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  • Terry Moore avatar

    Fighting The Philistines

    Contributed by Terry Moore on Jul 24, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,508 views

    A look on dealing with everyday issues and being victorious!!

    Fighting the Philistines ISam.17:21-29 21 For Israel and the Philistines had put the battle in array, army against army. 22 And David left his carriage in the hand of the keeper of the carriage, and ran into the army, and came and saluted his brethren. 23 And as he talked with them, behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Fresh S.t.a.r.t.

    Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Oct 19, 2008
    based on 29 ratings
     | 15,644 views

    God gives us the start we need to begin a new life, every day.

    FRESH START Colossians 3:12 - 17 12Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ezra: A First Person Reflection (Part 2)

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jan 20, 2017
     | 6,235 views

    Ezra reflects on the Exile, the Return, and the future

    WWelcome back. It’s good to see you again. For those who were not here last week, I will introduce myself again. I am Ezra. I am, by vocation, a priest and a scribe, a record keeper. I am also a teacher of the Law. I served the Lord during the Restoration, the most exciting time in our history ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Your Time Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2014
     | 6,445 views

    To avoid appointing unqualified people to the eldership, the elders must take time to know these candidates.

    “Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, nor take part in the sins of others; keep yourself pure. (No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.) The sins of some people are conspicuous, going before them to judgment, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Demas: Can We Quit When The Going Gets Tough? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 22, 2016
     | 9,328 views

    A study of Demas, a servant of God who quit when matters got tough.

    2 TIMOTHY 4:10 SAVED? OR LOST? DEMAS: CAN WE QUIT WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH? “Demas ... has deserted me..” [1] “Well begun is half done.” This adage was quoted on numerous occasions during an earlier day—I certainly was on the receiving end of the saying repeatedly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power For Pressures

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 9,339 views

    This Sermon Is An Easter Sermon Dealing With the Pressures We Face In Life As The Disciples Did Just Before Easter.

    Power For Pressures Easter Psalm 46:1-11 Matthew 28:1-20 There were pressures of all kinds hanging around after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Mary was dealing with the pressures of grief and anger over the death of her first born ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Heart Of A Father - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 68 ratings
     | 33,810 views

    There were 3 things missing in this tragic story that undermined David’s family and nearly destroyed his kingdom. Do you know what they are?

    OPEN: A married couple had a boy that was difficult to raise. He caused all types of trouble in school, in the neighborhood and at home. One year, the couple went on a trip to Europe while the boy stayed with relatives back home. As they went from one country to another they would send back ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “construction On Character” Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 31, 2014
     | 15,896 views

    How does God grow the character of Jesus in us? Peter shares his process for growing in Christlikeness.

    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “Construction on Character” We’re beginning a 4-part series today called: “Warning: I’m Under Construction”. That title is a light-hearted way of suggesting that all of us are like a building not yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dress For Sucess Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 7, 2015
     | 4,437 views

    This continues our look into what it means to put on the Armour of God

    How many guys had GI Joes when you were kids? They weren’t dolls they were action figures. Ken was a doll, and GI Joe was cooler and had cooler stuff. I was an army brat so the only GI Joe I had was the army one, but a friend of mine had all four, and he had all the equipment that went ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    This Wasn't Suppose To Happen Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2014
     | 10,915 views

    If the story of Ruth was adapted for the silver screen it would contain all the parts necessary for a blockbuster. Sudden trouble, tragedy, death, rags-to-riches.

    Unlocking Your Life’s Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) June 29, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A This summer there have been some huge movies that have made some major bank; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Extreme Makeover: Manly Edition

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 20, 2011
     | 5,924 views

    Regardless of your past, God can take you on a journey to make you the man you were intended to be.

    Extreme Makeover: Manly Edition Text: Philippians 1:6 He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Intro: What does it mean for someone to be masculine? I shared a message on this a few years ago, but really felt like I needed to hit it again with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Finding Your Focus For The New Year

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,226 views

    What kind of mindset should we have as we approach a new year? Using Paul's comments in Phil. 3, this message identifies three ways of thinking that should be embraced by all Christians.

    1-1-17 Phil. 3:8-14 Philippians 3:8-14 in NLT “Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the priceless gain of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I may have Christ 9 and become one with him. I no longer count on my own ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    15th Sunday After Pentecost. September 21st, 2025. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 12, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,760 views

    Year C, Proper 20.

    Jeremiah 8:18-22, Jeremiah 9:1, Psalm 79:1-9, Amos 8:4-7, Psalm 113:1-9, 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Luke 16:1-13 A). THE GOD WHO WEEPS. Jeremiah 8:18-22; Jeremiah 9:1. We are accustomed to referring to Jeremiah as the ‘weeping prophet’ – and rightly so. However, Jeremiah’s tears do not just speak to us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Because You're Not Strong Enough Series

    Contributed by Paul Cockram on Mar 1, 2020
     | 5,732 views

    We cannot do anything apart from Jesus, even though we think we are in control. We must come to a place of surrender, willing to trust in the strength of our Father God. Portions of this outline and message are derived from notes on Church Edge

    Today, we’re beginning what I plan to be a 3 week message series entitled, Jesus Strong. The text for today’s message will be from the Letter to the Philippians, chapter 4, verse 13. That’s Philippians 4:13. You can go ahead and turn there in your Bible if you’d like and we’ll read it together ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    04 Atonement Accomplished Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Mar 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 780 views

    Jesus the the perfect atonement, forever reconciling us to God.

    Open your Bibles and find the book of Leviticus, chapter 16. Once you have that, turn to the New Testament book of Hebrews, chapter 9—Leviticus 16 and Hebrews 9. As we begin, I want to read a few verses from both Leviticus and Hebrews to lay the groundwork for our focus this morning. Follow along ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible