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  • David Welch avatar

    Encouragement Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018
     | 5,791 views

    This is the first of three messages exploring the concept of encouragement from God and each other. This messages focuses on God's encouragement.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Our God of All Encouragement” Introduction Most of you could complete the lyrics of this old song. “Where seldom was heard….” Today’s culture broadcasts plenty of discouraging words. Today’s environment generates abundant discouraging circumstances. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Standing For Grace

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 3, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,579 views

    Paul was the first to acquaint them with the fundamental principles of Christianity and now it was their responsibility to build upon the great grace foundation!

    1 Corinthians 3:10 “According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I laid a foundation, and another is building upon it. But let each man be careful how he builds upon it.” NASB Paul was the first to acquaint them with the fundamental principles of Christianity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Times We Live In

    Contributed by Fenton Ramsey on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 20,097 views

    This was my first sermon, and it will provide a VERY descriptive, yet sad view of the the times we are presently living in.

    The Times We Live In 1st Timothy 3:16 2nd Timothy 3:1-5 I found it very joyous yet difficult to prepare for this message. As I read these verses my eyes were filled with tears of happiness and tears of sorrow. My heart was filled with joy yet deeply in a state of sadness. The passages that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Principles Of Grace

    Contributed by Eric Carroll on Apr 16, 2014
     | 8,702 views

    Grace principles: first, the provision of God's Holy Spirit, second, the display of wonders in the heavens and on earth, and third, salvation.

    Good evening. Welcome to Leaning on His Grace. The last time we got together, I had given you a practical application to give an additional 15 minutes to reading his word, prayer, to arrive about 15 minutes early to church in order to fellowship, and to worship God with all your heart and all your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Love

    Contributed by Evan G. Wittig on Sep 5, 2012
     | 5,258 views

    We are to love others as God has loved us, because God loved us first and God is love.

    Today, the readings are clear: God is Love and we are to love as God loves. Many moons ago, before there was even a moon, God is…Before there was anything else: God is…The Father has been loving the Son for all eternity. The Son has been loving the Father for all eternity…This ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Danger Of Falling Asleep

    Contributed by Danny Salyer on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 205 ratings
     | 12,151 views

    There are alot of people who have closed their eyes to the things of God.

    “THE DANGER OF FALLING ASLEEP” TEXT: ACTS 20:6-12 INTRO: NOTHING IN GOD’S PRECIOUS WORD IS WITHOUT EDIFICATION..... SURELY GOD HAS PUT THIS STORY IN HIS WORD TO HELP US IN SOME WAY. THIS MORNING I WANT TO PREACH A MESSAGE ENTITLED, “THE DANGER OF FALLING ASLEEP”, OR “ IF YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Put On What? Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 6, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,371 views

    A sermon on Isaiah 3 about the important things to put on.

    Sermon for 5/5/2002 Isaiah 3:16 Introduction: James Gibbons- Worldly Womanhood She has her hair put up in tiers, And from her ears hang chandeliers; Her lips are painted red as blood- All badges of her "womanhood." She drapes herself in clothing tight, A sexy object to the sight; All bright, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God; My Source

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,030 views

    This message is about learning to depend upon God for all things.

    INTRO: Pit and sheep READ SCRIPTURE / PRAY Background: David’s situation… Purpose Statement: We need to recognize our need… I) For Patience A) We are not a very patience people 1) Instant coffee, microwave… 2) Short attention span, entertainment/pleasure driven B) God’s Timing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parched Places In The Wilderness

    Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Jan 17, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,061 views

    Find out seven things thsat Christians have stopped.

    WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: PARCHED PLACES IN THE WILDERNESS “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salvation Brings ...

    Contributed by David Coe on Nov 12, 2000
    based on 144 ratings
     | 5,255 views

    A sermon showing several things that salvation brings into our lives.

    SALVATION BRINGS... Zephaniah 3:8-9 I. Safety from the Scourge - vs.8 "...for all the earth shall be devoured..." II. Sterilization to our Speech - vs.9 "...a pure language..." III. Solicitation for our Sustenance - vs.9 "...they may call on the name of the Lord..." IV. Service to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Proper Perspective

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 144 ratings
     | 21,990 views

    This is a sermon on how we preceive things. Are we optimistic or pessimistic?

    PROPER PERSPECTIVE Philippians 4:4-9 INTRO: ILLUS: Here you see a glass (use a glass as a visual). Is it half empty, or is it half full? It all depends on your perspective, on how you see the glass. ILLUS: Two shoe salesman were sent to Africa. One sent a telegram home that said: “Get me home, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sheldon Friesen avatar

    Spiritual Birth Defects

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 13,288 views

    Things that can disqualify one from coming into the Holy of Holies.

    Spiritual Birth Defects There are many things that disqualify one from coming into the Holy of Holies. We must understand those things that will keep us from coming before the throne to receive God’s direction. Spiritual birth defects: [LEV 21:16] And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, [17] ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Will For Your Life

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,092 views

    There are some things that the Bible state is God’s will for every person.

    God’s Will Jeremiah 29:11 1. It is God’s will for you to be saved. -Acts 17:30 -2 Peter 3:9 2. It is God’s will for you to be baptized. -Matthew 28:19-20 -Proper candidate -Proper mode -Proper authority 3. It is God’s will for you to grow. -2 Peter 3:18 -Malachi 4:2 -Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith That Overcomes

    Contributed by Bruce Johnson on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,708 views

    Five things that explain the value of faith and what it brings to believers.

    “Faith that Overcomes” Text: I John 5:4 >Hebrews 11:6 says, “For without Faith it is impossible to please God, for He who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” -Say, “FAITH” (Look at your neighbor and say, “I’ve got faith, how about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New Clothes

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 2, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,710 views

    We need to learn to clothe ourselves with Christ, not with the things of this world.

    -We all like to get new clothes from time to time -<Hamrick’s Shopping> -There are many reasons we often get new clothes 1. We like to look good -We desire the newest styles -We need to look modest -The fashion industry hates modesty -We need to base our appearance not on selfishness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan