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  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Beginnings

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 25, 2023
     | 2,134 views

    Beginnings…we all have had them: your first job was the beginning of your work history and career, your first boyfriend or girlfriend was the beginning of your romantic relationship, and all the other beginnings that have occurred in your lifetime.

    Beginnings…we all have had them: your first job was the beginning of your work history and career, your first boyfriend or girlfriend was the beginning of your romantic relationship, and all the other beginnings that have occurred in your lifetime. Some of your beginnings are forced by you and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing True Thankfulness

    Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,114 views

    What were the four desires of the first century church that God would add to their number daily?

    DEVELOPING TRUE THANKFULNESS ACTS 3:44-47 INTRODUCTION: As we come to this time of year there are many celebrations coming up. In just a few days we will be celebrating Thanksgiving. This is usually a time when we gather together with family and friends and reflect on the goodness of God. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Extreme Makeover Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 20, 2007
     | 4,556 views

    Last of five-part series Stuff Jesus Changed. This message, entitled Extreme Makeover, deals with decision-making and finding God’s will.

    Extreme Makeover Stuff Jesus Changed, part 5: Decision-Making Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers May 6, 2007 Today we conclude our series on Stuff Jesus Changed and I want to talk to you about decision-making. When we talk in the church about decision-making, or about knowing the will ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Lessons From A Restored Ministry Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018
     | 3,764 views

    Last message (9) in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message explores the results of Elijah's restoration to a divine perspective and continued fruitful ministry.

    Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #9 “Lessons from Restored Ministry” Introduction So far we have extracted numerous timeless lessons or principles in our examination of Elijah’s journey of faith. I. Lessons from the Palace where Elijah boldly announced God’s judgment for sin. 17:1 II. Lessons ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Family Camp PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
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     | 106 views

    God invites ordinary people to partner with Him, building lives of lasting significance through faithful service, rooted in Christ and empowered by His presence.

    Some mornings I picture the Father handing us a hard hat and a pair of work gloves, smiling as if to say, “Come with Me. Let’s build something beautiful.” Can you see it? The sun coming up over a field that’s waiting for seed, a foundation ready for bricks, and God inviting ordinary people—people ...read more

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    Holy Ghost Fire

    Contributed by James May on Apr 12, 2001
    based on 397 ratings
     | 88,453 views

    We must have the baptism in the Holy Ghost and fire to be as victorious as we need to be in these last days for everything we do is through the power of the Spirit.

    Holy Ghost Fire! By Pastor Jim May Matthew 3:11-12, "I indeed baptize you with water unto repentance: but he that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy to bear: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Detouring Us Off The Freeway Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 17, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,431 views

    This is the first message in an Easter series. the message deals with the "Divine Detour" provided to us through the cross.

    OUR ROAD TO VICTORY IN CHRIST Detouring Us Off The Freeway “Foolishness made Christ our curse before He could be our Redeemer” Galatians 3:1-14 -- Matthew 7:13-14 INTRODUCTION: Easter is marked by many changes. This time of year brings the tempering of the weather and the daffodils bursting from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eternal Security Of The Believer

    Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Oct 11, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,559 views

    The way I usually clarify eternal security is by first explaining that there is a distinction between sonship and discipleship.

    The way I usually clarify eternal security is by first explaining that there is a distinction between sonship and discipleship. In other words, our relationship as a child of God never changes, although our fellowship varies according to our experience. My relationship with my earthly father never ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Or Antichrist: The Fact Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 18, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,104 views

    Who comes first, Christ or antichrist? This message lays the groundwork upon which we can build.

    1. INTRODUCTION Yes, there are apparent contradictions in the Bible. A number of them! (I said apparent, not actual!) Ever tried to reconcile Divine Sovereignty with human free will? Justice with mercy? A Divine yet human Saviour? Ever struggled with the place of grace vs works in salvation? And ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Phoebe Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2022
     | 4,503 views

    Phoebe was one of the first women leaders in the early church. In fact, she may have been the first woman deacon. The term “ diakonos ” used here to describe Phoebe is the same term given to Paul, Apollos, Timothy, and many others.

    Phoebe Biblical Figure A Few Facts Birthplace: Kechries, Greece Death place: Rome, Italy Romance: Cronos · Hyperion · Coeus . · Cronos · Phoebe · Hyperion Children: Asteria (Daughter) · Melinoe (Daughter) · Eos Titan (Daughter) · Leto - - Latona ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grow Spiritually In 2010

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,671 views

    • We discussed last week that this is the year of God’s completeness of order. Today we need to make the 1st steps to ensure we meet our God Goals we set last week. Our goals can be met when we grow spiritually. • Salvation is just the beginning of a r

    Introduction • We discussed last week that this is the year of God’s completeness of order. Today we need to make the 1st steps to ensure we meet our God Goals we set last week. Our goals can be met when we grow spiritually. • Salvation is just the beginning of a relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord’s Promise Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,224 views

    Here Micah foretells God’s eventual out-working of His plans for His covenant people.

    MICAH 7: 18-20 [IN THAT DAY SERIES] THE LORD’S PROMISE [ISAIAH 52:13-15; John 10:11-17] The summarizing remarks in the last verses of Micah are of gratitude and praise to Yahweh. He concludes his book by reminding himself and his readers about the goodness and uniqueness of their God. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am The Lord’s Servant Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 6, 2023
     | 1,740 views

    People give a lot of importance to job titles. One frequent question asked by the HR or the hiring manager is, “What was your last position?.”

    INTRODUCTION I Am The Lord’s Servant People give a lot of importance to job titles. One frequent question asked by the HR or the hiring manager is, “What was your last position?.” We love titles. Do you know what title Mary used when the angel Gabriel spoke to her? Luke 1:26-38 26 In the sixth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Blessed To Be Mortals

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,735 views

    3rd To Last Sunday In Pentecost: Our mortality can be a fearful thing. But Christ has turned it into a blessing. Have no fear, Christ is risen!

    We are near the end of another church year. At this time of the year the themes typically begin pointing us to the ’end times.’ And our readings today don’t disappoint. Today we turn our attention to matters that are difficult – to matters that deal with the end of life. The readings for today ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Watch And Pray

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 24, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 43,902 views

    Prayer gives us the strength to face the challenges of life in the last days. It is our reliance on God that grants the victory. We need that resolve today.

    Let’s look at the theme verse for the last Retreat. • 1 Peter 4:7 says, “The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and self-controlled so that you can pray.” • There is an end to this world. And we are now nearer its end than before. • And therefore, Peter says, there are some ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible