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  • Gerald Van Horn avatar

    Prime The Pump For The New Year By Gerald Van Horn

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 12, 2012
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     | 6,424 views

    The New Year is a time to prime the pump.

    Prime the Pump for the New Year by Gerald Van Horn Text. Ezekiel 47:1-12 It’s not too early to think about the New Year. The word “new” just sticks out as exciting. Time to prime the spiritual pump. Ill. I was pastor of small country church when I began my ministry. We lived in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Do You Do When You Don't Know What To Do

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 28, 2020
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    There are several things to do when you don't know what to do but running off in all directions is not one of them.

    What Do You Do When You Don’t Know What to Do? Sometimes when we don’t know what to do we want to fly off in all directions and do something but it may be the time to do nothing. Different verses in scripture tell us to stand still and don’t move just yet. “Stand still and see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Greetings Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 24, 2023
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    Christian Greetings comes from the depth of the heart. it is overflowing with mercy, peace and love. These characteristics of generosity comes from God the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit. Let's bless others with these words.

    Jude 1:2 - Greetings Jude 1:2 “May mercy, peace, and love be multiplied to you.” “Relax, everything's going to be all right; rest, everything's coming together; open your hearts, love is on the way!” (Message Bible). There are four cross references to this verse: 1 peter 1:2, 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "christian Truckers In A Changing World"

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 22, 2023
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     | 2,112 views

    Christian truckers are at the forefront of an ever-changing world. Navigating through these challenges can be tricky, but it's a task they're willing to take. In this article, we shed light on the obstacles faced by truckers and highlight their unwavering determination to overcome them.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalm 126:6) “He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” (Proverbs 11:30) “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Is Coming: To Bring Hope For The Future Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,483 views

    Christmas Series

    Jesus is Coming: To Provide a Future Sunday, December 28th, 2003 Luke 2:21-35 INTRODUCTION: Well, the waiting is over. Christmas has come and gone for another year. Sometimes I think waiting for Christmas is as much fun or more fun than actually waking up on Christmas morning. There is such a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Sent, Separated Servants Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 15, 2014
     | 5,467 views

    Paul reveals that Jesus wants all His followers to be like Paul - sent, separated servants.

    As is probably true for many of you, the book of Romans has long been one of my favorites. Yet in nearly 25 years of ministry, I have never undertaken the task of preaching through what is certainly the greatest exposition of what it means to live as a follower of Jesus in the entire Bible. I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Samaritan Appointment

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Mar 16, 2023
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     | 2,928 views

    Our Lord Jesus Christ wasn't afraid of those who were the “cast off” of society; the sinners, the lepers, the Samaritans, and neither should we.

    The Samaritan Appointment John 4:1-26 As I’m sure you all know, during Biblical times, the Jews and the Samaritans were locked in a bitter rivalry, but in case you didn’t know, it partially began back when the Kingdom was torn apart—when it became a divided kingdom after Solomon's death and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Dry Bones Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 19, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 31,831 views

    There are three things for us to do to receive a breath of Heaven in 2011, for our families, our church, and for our community. We must allow the hand of the Lord to guide our lives by His Spirit. We must speak his word faithfully and truthfully. Then we

    Series: Breath of Heaven 2011 Introduction: I am praying for a fresh Breath from Heaven to bring new life back into dead lifeless bones, lifeless church systems, lifeless ministries, lifeless communities and even lifeless lives. To do this I am allowing myself to be placed into the hands of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gift Of Grace

    Contributed by Tony Colson on May 17, 2002
    based on 131 ratings
     | 34,568 views

    This message deals with the power of grace that is present in a believer’s life NOW.

    THE GIFT OF GRACE TEXT: 2 COR. 6:1,2 “We, then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 2 For He says: ‘In an acceptable time I have heard you, and in the day of salvation I have helped you.’ Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Removing Stones Instead Of Casting Stones

    Contributed by William Barnes on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 27,919 views

    Jesus involved the people in the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead by asking them to do 2 things: "remove the grave clothes" and "loose him and let him go". These words have practical application for us today.

    Removing Stones Instead of Casting Stones John 11:38-48 38Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39“Take away the stone,” he said. “But, Lord,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man, “by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Miriam: The Face Of A Leader Series

    Contributed by Peter Amerman on May 25, 2005
    based on 90 ratings
     | 37,218 views

    Miriam, the sister of Moses, was a brilliant woman, and a leader- but, her leadership led to her rebellion. She was taught a lesson by the Lord, and restored. We should lead by listening both to the Lord, and the leaders that He has raised up.

    Miriam: The Face of a Leader Pastor Pete Amerman- Sr. Pastor, Hillside LBC, Succasunna May 15, 2005 Micah 6:4-“I brought you up out of Egypt and redeemed you from the land of slavery. I sent Moses to lead you, also Aaron and Miriam.” Continuing our series on Unknown Faces from the Bible, remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Vacation Taught Me

    Contributed by Craig Eidson on Aug 3, 2007
     | 5,692 views

    Lifes highway and journey is tough, so how do you maneuver through it all.

    WHAT VACATION TAUGHT ME. BY CRAIG EIDSON Genesis 1:1-2:3 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. 3 And God said, "Let there be light," and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Looking For A New Beginning Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 2, 2006
    based on 99 ratings
     | 32,613 views

    Moses hadn’t been allowed into the promised land... but he’d only made one "little" mistake. What can we learn from the seeming tragedy of this great man?

    OPEN: I did an internet search to find the most popular New Year’s Resolutions for the coming year and I found one source that gave the top 10 promises people wanted to make to themselves. What do you think was the number 1 New Year’s Resolution for the coming year? (most of the audience guessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Am I Seeking Human Approval? Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,737 views

    First message in revival series at Emmaus Baptist Church, Quinton, VA: We may so need human approval that we forget to seek God’s approval. Either we look backward too much, returning to old habits, or we look forward too much, expecting some "magic" wor

    There are certain questions all of us need to ask ourselves. There are certain ways in which we need to probe our own minds and figure out just what we are doing. It never hurts to look inside and be honest and dig out our own motives. For example, since I am now in that wonderful status of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mack Armstrong avatar

    Obedient Observer Observes Orthodoxy Series

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Dec 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    The Holy Family goes to the Temple for the presentation of Jesus and finds two saints who preach two powerful messages concerning the Baby and the family.

    LUKE 2:21-40 OBEDIENT OBSERVER OBSERVES ORTHODOXY I. HIS OBEDIENCE: A. Obligatory. B. Offering. C. Optimism. II. HIS OBSERVATIONS: A. Obsequious B. Occupant. C. Orations. III. HIS ONUSES: A. Obfuscating. B. Ominous. C. Optimistic. I come now to my third sermon in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist