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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Celebrating A Faithful Shepherd!

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 24, 2022
     | 11,166 views

    The Shepherd is a God-called, anointed person who is charged with feeding, protecting, leading, and admonishing the sheep under his care. He is a gift from God. Jer 3:15 “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.”

    Sermon: Celebrating a Faithful Shepherd! Scripture: 1Thes 5:12-13 “Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance. 13 Show them great respect and wholehearted love because of their work. And live peacefully ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How The Holy Spirit Can Guide Your New Year

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 27, 2023
     | 1,495 views

    We are on the cusp of a new year - 2024 - and with that new year comes a multitude of unknowns. Rather than tiptoe into the new year in fear, however, we should stride in with confidence because of the Holy Spirit who walks with us into unknown territory.

    Introduction In our studies we have visited the idea that the Holy Spirit is the answer of the promises of God made throughout the Old Testament, culminating at Pentecost. The Holy Spirit is a divine person. The Holy Spirit is the source of enormous blessings in our life, and we walk daily with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Naaman: Do Not Despise Small Things

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 29, 2024
     | 1,768 views

    A message about how small things can turn into something big.

    Title: Small Things Text: 2 Kings 5 Opening Scripture 2 Kings 5:1 Now Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Syria, was a great and honorable man in the eyes of his master, because by him the Lord had given victory to Syria. He was also a mighty man of valor, but a leper. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Mystery Of Forgiving & Forgetting: Is It Possible?

    Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 15, 2025
     | 253 views

    We often hear the saying, "I forgive you now, but remember, if you do it again, there will be consequences..."

    The Mystery of Forgiving & Forgetting: Is it Possible? We often hear the saying, "I forgive you now, but remember, if you do it again, there will be consequences..." As sinners, we find it so difficult to forget the mistakes of others. But conversely, we often easily forget the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bear With One Another Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2003
    based on 87 ratings
     | 24,351 views

    As we put up with each other, and forgive when we need to, the body will be built up. Is there anyone you need to bear with?

    Bear With One Another I have some good news and some bad news this morning. The good news is that everyone who has received Jesus Christ is going to heaven. The bad news is that we’re traveling there together. It’s easy to get out of sorts with those around us, isn’t it? The story is told of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rooting Out Rot Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,342 views

    Assessing and addressing the rot in evangelical churches requires a return to biblical holiness.

    JAMES 1:19-21 ROOTING OUT ROT “Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living A Life Of Love Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,447 views

    The love of God should cause to live a life of love.

    Living a Life of Love 1 John 3:11-18 Rev. Brian Bill 10/23/11 Think with me about two sets of brothers. The first pair got their start a long time ago. While there was friction in their family while they were growing up, their sibling rivalry reared its head in a heated and horrible way when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 31, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,380 views

    In “The Journey of Faith” from Psalm 23, we experience: 1) God’s provision (Psalm 23:1–3) and 2) God’s protection (Psalm 23:4–6).

    Psalm 23:1–6. 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Blessed Are The Peacemakers

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002
    based on 468 ratings
     | 69,593 views

    Peacemakers are blessed, said Jesus. But they are not to be confused with 2 other kinds of people ... Peace-Breakers and Peace-Fakers.

    “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” We live in a world that is filled with (characterized by) fighting and rivalry. Every level of society is affected. In the midst of such continual strife, God calls His people to be ‘peacemakers’. “Blessed are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Biblical Attitudes Toward Money

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 2, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,271 views

    How to handle our attitudes re: money

    Biblical Attitudes Toward Money Sunday School Lesson Grace International Baptist Church Intro: 1 Tim 6:3-12 (NIV) 3 If anyone teaches false doctrines and does not agree to the sound instruction of our Lord Jesus Christ and to godly teaching, 4 he is conceited and understands nothing. He has an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    God' S Portait Of Peace -- A Complete Masterpiece

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Jul 19, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,001 views

    God’s peace is a work of art in Christ

    Sermon Text: Philippians 4:1-7 July 22, 2001 GOD’S PORTRAIT OF PEACE – A COMPLETE MASTERPIECE Today, I want you to use your artistic ability. (Now, no groans or sighs, please!) What I want you do is relatively simple. I want you to paint a mental picture -- a picture of peace. Close your eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Transformation

    Contributed by Rex Williams on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 28,734 views

    A New Year’s teaching to motivate participants to actively seek God for changes that need to be made in lifestyle.

    OPENING IMAGE ILLUSTRATION: contrasting mountain peaks with passes; peaks enable you to enjoy the view of where you have been and where you are going, whereas passes give you mere glimpses of what may be ahead. “Year ends” are like passes to me. How different are you now than you were the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Jenkins avatar

    Ephesus: The Church Of The Lost Love Series

    Contributed by David Jenkins on Oct 21, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,953 views

    the church at ephesus

    Ephesus the church of Love Revelation 2:1-7, “"Write this letter to the angel of the church in Ephesus. This is the message from the one who holds the seven stars in his right hand, the one who walks among the seven gold lampstands: "I know all the things you do. I have seen your hard work and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Be Faithful To The Faithful One

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,386 views

    Be Faithful to the Faithful One by confessing his gospel, by performing his work, and by trusting his promises.

    What’s the difference between a faithful fan and a fair weather fan? A faithful fan will continue to cheer and promote his team no matter how poorly it’s doing. A fair weather fan will only root for his team if it’s doing well. Such fans have even been known to switch allegiance in the middle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Disobedience Of Jonah.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 3, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 18,128 views

    It seems today people will disobey with both hands before they would be obedient with one hand.

    The disobedience of Jonah. Jonah 1:3 08/31/05 When we think of Bible heroes, we think of Jonah. But we find as disappointing as we may find, we do find that our heroes failed at times. Maybe not as noticeable as did Jonah, but they do fail. But his failures should not discourage us but teach us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist