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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Working Together Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 25, 2022
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    The first two chapters of Ezra tells us that the exiled people returned to the promised land. But something even more important is taking place. The Lord’s people are returning to God. Now unity among the remnant group is essential.

    Musk oxen are herd animals, and groups of two or three dozen animals are sometimes led by a single female. Herds use cooperation to deal with attacks by arctic wolves. When threatened, they “circle the wagons” and array themselves with their young in the middle and their sharp horns facing outward ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Robinson avatar

    Dealing With Disappointment

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022
     | 5,821 views

    We’ve all been disappointed at times in life. Disappointment can only happen if there is some kind of expectation. When that expectation is not met, disappointment occurs. Unlike discouragement, disappointment is not a sin. Even Jesus was disappointed at times with the disciples.

    Many have set out to accomplish great things, but have been disappointed in the outcome. It is said that Alexander the Great wept because there were no more worlds to conquer. Alexander was disappointed. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said, “I have accomplished nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith In Action: "When The Spirit Takes Over”

    Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022
     | 3,225 views

    My success and your success depend on how much you and I let the Holy Spirit take the reign of our lives. When the Holy Spirit takes over, He changes everything. Nothing stays the same.

    Last week was a challenge; today is encouragement. This year, you will face tons of mountain-like challenges, and you will be tempted to draw strength and strategies on your human force and intellect, and social connection that are readily available at your disposal. But it's an encouragement ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Laying Foundations Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 24, 2022
     | 3,414 views

    Building this Temple foundation was the dawn of a new day. God’s house symbolized so much to them. There was a new vitality, a new hope and a spiritual renewal. The foundation of the Temple was laid.

    When you visit a church building what strikes you most? Is it the majestic steeple pointing heavenward toward the God we worship? How about the mosaic of colors from a stained-glass window that portray the life of Christ? It could be you are most struck by the contrast of a solitary cross on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    The Glory Of The Latter House

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 16, 2022
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     | 5,934 views

    This message explores the many hurdles one may encounter in life especially those that are called to be leaders in the coming end-time revival which shall be a revival that will experience God’s majestic glory which is his way of life.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Haggai 2:9) “The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the Lord of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the Lord of hosts.” (Haggai 2:3) “Who is left among you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. JWT Spies avatar

    Will We Cry Or Will We Praise

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jun 23, 2023
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    We have the choice, we can cry about how things use to be, or we can praise God for what he’s about to do.

    Because of Israel’s refusal to abandon their idols and worship the one true God, they were chastened by the Lord and were taken away into captivity by the Babylonians. This captivity was to last 70 years, Jer. 25:11-12. This 70 year period began in 605 B.C., when the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sonny Thomas, Sr. avatar

    When The Foundations Must Be Laid Again

    Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jun 15, 2002
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     | 8,310 views

    If you always keep an ever humbling reminder of why you had to be restored and what consequences your time in sin produced, you will never need another restoration.

    Exiles have begun returning to Jerusalem. Years of Babylonian captivity due to disobedience is the only reminder of a land once favored by God. Remnants from Israel now return back to their homeland with the daunting task of picking up the pieces. Jeshua the high priest and Zerubbabel the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let's Get Serious

    Contributed by Steve Ownby on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,912 views

    This message is to encourage others to get busy about the Father’s business in the New Year.

    “LET’S GET SERIOUS” Neh 1:5-11 Ezra 3:1-5 I. God’s Work Must Be Done (Nehemiah chapters 1-7) *The need must be known. (1:1-3). Mat 9:37 *We must respond spiritually to needs in God’s work and must pray (1:4-11). Isa 6:8 *You will encounter opposition both inside the church and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Change Your Perspective From Gloomy To Glorious!

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 15, 2025
     | 554 views

    Changing your perspective can help you stop automatic negative attitudes, speech, thoughts and navigate situations with a more balanced outlook. The Jewish people needed a different perspective, so God sends Haggai.

    Sermon – Change Your Perspective From Gloomy to Glorious! Scripture Lesson – Haggai 2:1-9 “On the twenty-first day of the seventh month, the word of the Lord came through the prophet Haggai: “Speak to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, to Joshua son of Jozadak, the high priest, and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sermon Haggai's Call From Gloom To Glory

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 27, 2025
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    Greater glory is coming! The gloom of the people was brought on because they were disappointed in the appearance of the new temple. So much was lacking, yet God promises glory, greater glory.

    Sermon – From Gloom to Glory (I Will Fill My House with Glory) Scripture Lesson – Haggai 2:1-9 “On the twenty-first day of the seventh month, the word of the Lord came through the prophet Haggai: “Speak to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, to Joshua son of Jozadak, the high priest, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    Priority To God's Work

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 22, 2025
     | 344 views

    After seventy years of exile, God's people returned to Jerusalem with grand plans. Yet sixteen years later, their own comfort overshadowed God's house, teaching us costly lessons about misplaced priorities.

    PRIORITY TO GOD'S WORK Primary Text: Haggai 2:10-14; Haggai Chapters 1 and 2 INTRODUCTION: When God's House Lies in Ruins Picture this: You return home after 70 years away. Everything lies in ruins. This was reality for 45,000 Jews who returned from Babylonian captivity in 536 B.C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    First Things First (Ezra #3) Series

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,781 views

    Continuing Study on the Book of Ezra. First Things First. Build the altar (worship) Praise God Don’t be distracted by whiners.

    Title: First Things First (Ezra #3) Text: Ezra 3:1-6; 10-13 Introduction 1. First things first… This is a common saying… To remind us to make sure we get things in the proper order… We enjoyed a wonderful vacation in Weston, FL… But, we knew that we couldn’t just jump in the van and drive 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Sylvester Fergusson avatar

    Stop The Clock

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 13, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,277 views

    There are times in our lives when there is a drastic change and we begin numbering the years from that time. So often we would hear, Oh it is five years since mother died, or two years since we were married. These are time stopping moments. In our lives t

    STOP THE CLOCK….. AND START IT OVER AGAIN When Time Starts Again Scripture Reading Ezra 3: 10-13 It has been five years since It has been two years since… It has been ten years since… It has been six years since… It has been fifty years since… Perhaps you have heard these phrases echoed in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Wes Richard avatar

    Worship: Foundation For Life Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,244 views

    Worship should be a priority in our lives as we respond to God’s provisions.

    Worship: foundation for life Ezra 3 As most of you know, when Sue and I go on vacation, we give serious thought to where we will worship on Sunday morning. If at all possible, we try to attend two worship services. We did that last month in Colorado and the two services could not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    Turkey And Blessings

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,124 views

    This sermon takes a look at how often we are simply ungrateful for all that God has done for us and reminds us to always give thanks.

    Dr. H.A. Ironside was a wonderful preacher who was known at times for being rather blunt. One day in a crowded restaurant, just as he was about to begin his meal, a man approached and asked if he could join him. Ironside invited his to have a seat. Then, as was his custom, Dr. Ironside bowed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist