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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Be Careful Of What You Ask For! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 10, 2014
     | 7,246 views

    Are we asking for the same things the rest of the world is asking?

    Before we go to our study of 1 Samuel 8, turn with me briefly to the Book of Revelation Chapter 21 and let’s take a glimpse of what will happen in the future. Read along with me Revelation 21:22-27…. Again, v24 tells us “By its light will the nations walk, and the kings of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When It Rains On The Just

    Contributed by Darin Gary on Jul 21, 2010
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     | 6,816 views

    Does God will evil upon His own? Does He cause evil things to punish us?

    When It Rains on the Just (Matthew 5:43-48) “You have heard that it was said: ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God Is Good

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 49 ratings
     | 46,914 views

    All things work together for God’s glory!

    1. The Connection to the Promise, “and” A. It is Not a Conclusion If the first word of this verse was “therefore,” we would look for a conclusion. B. It is Not a Contrast If it were, “but,” we would look for some kind of contrast to what had just been written. C. It is a Connection “And” tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heart Series

    Contributed by Troy Richards on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,364 views

    The first part of a winter retreat on giving your whole self to God. Workbook and Powerpoint available.

    GIVING IT YOUR ALL HEART [JESUS FREAKS PAGE 288] -it’s a simple story, a little girl, only 5, but what were on her and her Dad’s hearts? Telling people about Jesus. -that little girl at five, her whole life should have been about having fun, playing with dolls, being loved by her family, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Getting Ready For Christmas Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,280 views

    God did a great deal to get everything ready for the first Christmas and the arrival of His Son

    Getting Ready for Christmas Matthew 1:1-17 November 25, 2007 Morning Service Introduction Here we are one month away from Christmas Day. The stores are already filled with people searching for gifts. The streets are filled with impatient drivers. The weekends will be filled with anxiety over doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Partnering In The Growth Of The Kingdom Part 4 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018
     | 3,223 views

    Message 10 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing the discussion of building the kingdom.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serve as Partners for the Kingdom of God” I Corinthians 3:10-4:5 NOTE: Since we failed to complete the material from last week’s message I will not reproduce it all here but only include some new thoughts not in last week’s notes. If you want the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Phoebe Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2022
     | 4,624 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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    The Forgotten Savior

    Contributed by Ed Wrather on Dec 17, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,931 views

    The focus on worldly things during the Christmas season has hidden the true reason for the season.

    THE FORGOTTEN SAVIOR SW11.28.04am Psalm 106:13-31 INTRO: Friday was the first shopping day after Thanksgiving and is know as “Black Friday”. 1. I’ll confess that I did go shopping yesterday in one store, a book store. (1. It was crowded but I was able to buy a bargain - If you bought two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Positive Power Of Encouragement - Part 2

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,945 views

    Being an encourager is a Christ-like, Godly thing to do. How can I be a better encourager?

    The Positive Power of Encouragement - Part 2 Acts 11:19-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 13, 2009 *Last Wednesday, we started looking at the power of encouragement in the life of Barnabas, and we found that your encouragement can do some amazing things. -Your encouragement ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Consider The Claims Of Christ"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010
     | 3,755 views

    Consider carefully the things Jesus said about Himself

    (Various texts) Over the years I have heard many opinions about Jesus expressed by people who, at least in my presence and to my knowledge, have demonstrated no desire to put forth any effort to find out what is said or known – or can be known – about Him in any context outside of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    It's Just A Big Bang Theory Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 3, 2015
     | 5,097 views

    In all things, in everything, Jesus is preeminent - even creation.

    “”Cross Currents: It’s Just A Big Bang Theory” Col. 1:15-17 Advertisers know that we think bigger is better - especially if it’s bigger at a lesser price. So we have 2 for 1 dinner coupons, double discount or double coupon days at the grocery store, and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When Is It Wrong Tp Pray Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jul 22, 2025
     | 430 views

    The Bible tells 4 things we should not pray for

    Annual Sermons: Vol. 6 No. 12 Text: Deut. 3:23-26 Concord Baptist Church: 1992 Bob Marcaurelle: Pastor bmarcaurelle@charter.net WHEN IS IT WRONG TO PRAY "Moses, say nothing else to me about this.” (Deut. 3:26). Jesus told us we should always pray (Lk. 18:1) and Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Choice Series

    Contributed by Rick Adams on Jul 13, 2002
    based on 150 ratings
     | 54,281 views

    The first in a series on choices. This sermon introduces the concept of choosing to live a life led by the Spirit or the flesh.

    There are many freedoms that we enjoy today. Living in the United States, we embellish ourselves in the joys of freedom. We have the freedom to say whatever we want whenever we want, we can worship any way we want, and to the chagrin of some politicians, we have the freedom to own a firearm. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gifts Of The Spirit 4: Word Of Wisdom, Knowledge And Faith Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,411 views

    A look now at ’manifestations of the Spirit’ and the first three mentioned: word of wisdom, word of knowledge and faith

    Gifts of the Spirit 4: The Word of Wisdom, word of Knowledge and Faith. 1 COr 12:7-9 WBC 12/9/4 pm (Read vs 1-11) INTRO Robin explained well last Sun pm - different kinds of Gifts (lit gifts of grace) - service. God enables people to serve differently - workings: lit ¡¥energentia¡¦. Ie ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Treasure In Heaven

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,130 views

    The way of wisdom is to seek after things which are eternal.

    This morning, I’m going to tell you how to get rich. I’m going to tell you how to acquire wealth that makes Bill Gates’ fortune look like pocket change. Last week -- flood in Mozambique, a country on the Southeastern coast of Africa. Caused by a cyclone and three weeks of torrential rains. · ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist