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  • Philip Grose avatar

    Giving Thanks In The Mourning

    Contributed by Philip Grose on Nov 24, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,319 views

    We all struggle with the sin in our lives. Some days we wonder how we will ever measure up to the standards that God has commanded in his holy word. Paul came to the conclusion that it is only through Christ Jesus our Lord that we can hold on and propse

    “Giving Thanks in the mourning” The residents of Lane County, on the Oregon coast, woke up one morning to a devastating find. A forty-five foot, eight ton pacific grey whale had died and washed up on the beach near the town of Florence. It had been a while since such a large whale had washed up ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Toby Powers avatar

    He Makes Me Glad

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,773 views

    He makes me glad when I am sad. He’s the dearest friend I ever had!

    From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA He Makes Me Glad Psalms 4:7-8 Intro: There is much sought after in life; however, the pursuit of happiness is the most elusive goal man has. He attempts to make his heart glad with everything of this world. These external ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    A Point Of View.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 22, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,998 views

    When you read these verses, it sounds like Paul is a little egotistical. He says in the first part of verse 17, “brethren, be followers together of me.” Now keep in mind, these are the people Paul had led to the Lord.

    A point of view. Philippians 3: 17 -- 21. 10/24/04 When you read these verses, it sounds like Paul is a little egotistical. He says in the first part of verse 17, “brethren, be followers together of me.” Now keep in mind, these are the people Paul had led to the Lord. Before Paul got there, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    Where Are The Nine

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,223 views

    we have one of the saddest questions asked by Jesus, maybe in the entire Bible and that is, “Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine?”

    Where are the nine Luke 17:11-19 I want to talk to you about Scripture that we all are familiar with and that is the text found in Luke 17:11-19. You find in that text that Jesus heals 10 lepers. There is nothing unusual about Jesus healing people because we know though out the New Testament we see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Bring On The Hate Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on May 18, 2014
     | 3,790 views

    Jesus promised the world would hate us. The reason is beacause we are holy. How can we achieve the holiness the world hates?

    Last week our topic was on the Jesus Joy. We discovered that on the last night before his arrest Jesus prayed for us. John 17:20 “I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message.” He prayed that we would be filled with his ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • John Maxwell avatar

    Fruit That Is Never Out Of Season: Joy Series

    Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 120 ratings
     | 36,269 views

    I want to talk to you today about joy in spite of any circumstances. You know it’s going to be a bad day when you call your answering service and they tell you it’s none of your business. When you put your pants on backwards and they fit better. Been ther

    FRUIT THAT IS NEVER OUT OF SEASON JOY Romans 5:1-11 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: I want to talk to you today about joy in spite of any circumstances. You know it’s going to be a bad day when you call your answering service and they tell you it’s none of your business. When you put your pants on ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Lighten Up!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
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    A message encouraging Christians to live lives characterized by joy rather than grumpiness.

    Lighten Up! Various Scriptures Introduction We all like being around people who are generally upbeat, don’t we? I mean, if you had your choice of being with someone who had a smile or someone who looked like he was weaned on sour lemons, who would you most likely pick? I’d pick the smiley guy ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Be Happy Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 17, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 3,858 views

    The church of Jesus Christ needs to be filled with therapists who dispense laughter and happiness to all they come in contact with especially at Easter.

    Be Happy- part 2 Thesis: The church of Jesus Christ needs to be filled with therapists who dispense laughter and happiness to all they come in contact with especially at Easter. Introduction: Today is Easter! It’s resurrection Sunday! It’s a time to rejoice and Be Happy! Why you ask! Because we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Why Are We Told That God’s Thoughts And Ways Are Not Ours?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 18, 2025
     | 327 views

    God's ways and thoughts are unique in relation to the thoughts and ways of man.

    God's way is unique in relation to man's way. The Gospel is God's direction. It is not man-made. There is no way that any man could have ever come up with it or at any point devise it. Paul stated, “But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    God Bless Us With Happiness - Part Iii

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 128 ratings
     | 6,912 views

    Most people want some happiness in life but do they find it? Not where they might think.

    INTRO.- Why would I preach about seeking happiness? Because I think this is a goal that most people have in life. Most people would like to have a certain amount of happiness in life and they go looking for it in all kinds of ways but they don’t always find it. Haven’t you noticed? The world ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    Attitude Of Gratitude

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 9, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,121 views

    I want to bring to you a few basic principles about worship. And, why it is important for each of us to have the right attitude towards worshipping God.

    Opening: Psalms 100 We all know that this Thursday is Thanksgiving. We will be taking out time to be with our families, and hopefully take on an “Attitude of Gratitude”. Being grateful to God for His many blessings is important. Many of us should be experts in this field of thanking God. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,441 views

    God has specific plans for your life, but our priority is following His broader will which reflects His desire for every believer. Paul informs us that is is God’s will that we practice three habits; when we do, they have positive consequences on our

    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful (I Thessalonians 5:16-18) 1. A young fellow by the name of Sammy liked to hang out at Mom and Pop’s Grocery Store. Pop didn’t know what Sammy’s problem was, but the other boys would tease him all the?time, calling him Slow Sammy, and punching him on the shoulder as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jimmy Stewart avatar

    In Everything Give Thanks

    Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Jul 6, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,273 views

    Your situation should never determine your joy.

    In Everything Give Thanks 1 Thess. 5 The book of 1 Thess. was likely the 2nd of Paul’s letters, written @ 52AD, after Timothy had returned to Paul at Corinth, relating to him the state of the church at Thessalonica. This church is believed to have been made up of primarily Gentile people, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Jesus-The True Faith Healer

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 24, 2015
     | 5,833 views

    When we receive God’s grace, we end up taking Jesus seriously. When we do, Jesus will change our tears into joy and our skepticism into amazement. At that time we will find out what it means to be made whole.

    A man was not feeling very well, so he decided to go to a doctor. While he was waiting in the doctor's reception room, a nun came out of the doctor's office. She looked very ashen, drawn and haggard. The man went into the doctor's office and said to the doctor: "I just saw a nun leaving who looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Acquired Thru Faith-10(:4b)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 21, 2024
     | 398 views

    10 of 10. The apostle Peter informs those who are faithful in Christ, that they are amply supplied for godly living. God’s people are amply supplied for godly living thru their faith. But, What does Christian faith acquire for God’s people? A provision of God, acquired thru faith in Jesus, is...

    ACQUIRED Thru FAITH-X—2Peter 1:4b(:1-4) Attention: Soon the Icelandic portion of our family is going to be vacationing with us for a few weeks! We are so excited, as we haven’t seen them for over two years now. But they can’t just hop in the car & drive over. In order for us to see each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist