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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Hope Again: Going From Broken To Soaring In The Storm Of Life Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 18, 2024
     | 1,063 views

    Have you experienced a season in your life when you were broken and weary? Did it seem to go on and on? Did it seem to never end?

    My wife and I were traveling to see a musical in Charlotte, Mi Saturday. We’ve often felt a divine connection with the bald eagle. I recall numerous times when God would use the bald eagle to give me a nudge in the Spirit, or give me a sense of hope for the future. I saw eagles talon locking over ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Silence Is Broken Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 17, 2026
     | 78 views

    The universe is not silent. Jesus Christ has been lifted up, and the voice of God now stands over every life as revealed meaning, not self-created purpose.

    The modern world tells us a story. It rarely announces it out loud. It doesn’t need to. It simply assumes it — and we absorb it by living inside it. The story says the universe is ultimately quiet. That there is no voice behind it. No intention beneath it. No meaning given — only meaning made. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Don't Let The Fire Die Out! Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 21, 2001
    based on 121 ratings
     | 24,823 views

    Through repentance, prayer and thanksgiving we can keep the fire of Pentecost from burning out in our lives.

    A STORY HAS BEEN TOLD ABOUT HOW DWIGHT L. MOODY ONCE CALLED ON A LEADING CITIZEN IN CHICAGO TO PERSUADE HIM TO ACCEPT CHRIST. THEY WERE SEATED IN THE MAN’S PARLOR. IT WAS WINTER AND COAL WAS BURNING IN THE FIREPLACE. THE MAN OBJECTED THAT HE COULD BE JUST AS GOOD A CHRISTIAN OUTSIDE THE CHURCH AS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Confronting Casual Christianity

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 21, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,560 views

    This sermon challenges the attitude of today’s Christian in how they have let down on the disciplines of Christianity.

    Scripture: Luke 14:16 - Title: “Confronting Casual Christianity” Introduction: Jesus used the story of an imagery feast to represent the kingdom of God which was common among the Jews in Jesus’ day. His fellow guests, being influential Jews, would easily catch His meaning. Jesus was, in effect, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Importance Of Godly Friends

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,750 views

    We tend to become like the people with associate and identify with.

    Why Is It Important to Fellowship With Godly Associates Acts 1:12-14 1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers. Illustration;One day, while my son Zac and I were out in the country, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walking In Strength Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,590 views

    God gives us the strength we need to walk with Him on a daily basis

    Walking in Strength Isaiah 40:28-31 July 23, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. The fifth grade class A. Teacher asks a question 1. Does anyone here understand electricity? 2. One over anxious boy raises his hand – “I understand electricity?” B. The tragic twist 1. Teacher: “Jimmy, please ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Salt Of The Earth

    Contributed by Jay Gibson on Dec 27, 2000
    based on 164 ratings
     | 17,429 views

    A basic look at Matt. 5:13

    Salt of the earth Mt 5:13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Other Scripture dealt with salt: Lu 14:34 Salt is good: but if the salt have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Perfect Bond Of Unity Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 11,892 views

    THE KEY TO HARMONY IN THE BODY OF CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THE KEY TO HARMONY IN THE BODY OF CHRIST IS: - BEING CHRISTLIKE IN OUR CHARACTER AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS ONE ANOTHER - BEING PRODUCTIVE IN MINISTERING THE WORD TO ONE ANOTHER - BEING MOTIVATED BY A DESIRE TO PLEASE HIM IN EVERYTHING (AND BEING THANKFUL THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Crippling Spirit

    Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Aug 16, 2001
    based on 308 ratings
     | 43,845 views

    When we allow them, there are spirits that can cripple us.

    THE CRIPPLING SPIRIT Luke 13:10-17 For eighteen years this woman came to church bent over. Crippled. She had been faithful, loved the Lord, a “daughter of Abraham.” I guess you could say she was “saved.” Eighteen years is a long time. Everybody had accepted her condition. I suppose in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 18, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 15,956 views

    There are times in everyone’s walk with god that they need a spiritual refill

    Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue Selected Passages August 18, 2002 Introduction I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling, "Terrible," came the reply over the wire, "my head’s splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Remembering"

    Contributed by Danny Hensley on Sep 9, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,298 views

    This sermon was delivered on September 8, 2002 and it’s purpose was to help the congregation deal with the fallout of 9/11.

    Remembering Exodus 12:1-14 It doesn’t seem possible that a year has passed since our shocked, unbelieving eyes watched the black smoke billowing from WTC Tower One. “How could such a terrible accident happen?” we wondered. And then, just eighteen minutes later, as we stared at the television, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cross That River Series

    Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 10,088 views

    Are we people who live by faith, or by sight; are we afraid to cross the river, or are we willing to take the risk and live by faith.

    Cross That River Joshua 3 I. There are a few things you need to know that will be foundational to understanding the principles of today’s lesson. A. First, you need to know about the Ark. The Ark of the Covenant was the piece of furniture that God directed Moses to build and place in the middle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Sheldon Friesen avatar

    Balance As A Lifestyle

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,600 views

    Balancing the different aspects that make up our life will lead to a fulfilling lifestyle.

    Balance as a Lifestyle Ten Best Things To Say If You Get Caught Sleeping At Your Desk 10. "They told me at the blood bank this might happen." 9. "This is just a 15 minute power-nap like they raved about in that time management course you sent me to." 8. "Whew! Guess I left the top off the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    For This Cause Were You Created!

    Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 13,303 views

    This sermon attempts to answer Why we exist

    Have you ever wondered why you were born? Why God breathed life into your body? Have you ever wondered what God has in store for your life ahead? The fact of the matter is that 94% of people today are just enduring today while waiting for the future. But we must understand that ALL we have is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Charles Scott avatar

    Ascension And Revelation Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,730 views

    The resurrected Jesus was vindicated and glorified by returning to the heavenly Father where he serves as our priest and mediator.

    LUKE 24:49 ASCENSION DAY AND THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST REVELATION CHAPTER 4: Brothers and Sisters: As we begin the prayers for Holy Communion today, the scenes described in Revelation regarding the heavenly altar came to mind. The Ascension Day Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican