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  • james ( Jim ) highland avatar

    The Waiting Father Series

    Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Jun 16, 2014
     | 6,817 views

    Jesus' memorable sermon includes two kinds of prodigals, those who go into far countries of life and those that stay close to home. Both need God's love and forgiveness.

    The Waiting Father; The favorite story that Jesus told, The Prodigal Son, is really of the Waiting Father… of Two Prodigal Sons. Scripture: Luke 15:11-29 His audience was a large crowd of very religious people. Church Leaders and Biblical Scholars, hoping Jesus would give them some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Behind Closed Doors Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 27,741 views

    This is the second in a series that considers several truths about authority over our lives. In this message the fundamental reason for rebellion and God’s response to rebellion are discussed.

    Behind Closed Doors Submission to Human Authority (Part II) 3/3/02 Today I want to talk with you about something that over time will significantly affect your relationships with other people, your relationship with God, your success on the job, and your ministry capacity. There are no easy ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    When Our Father Chastens

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,592 views

    Our God is not a vindictive Judge but a Holy Father who loves His children enough to rebuke us when we are wrong and set us on a right path.

    When Our Father Chastens Prairie Baptist Church – 9/27/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 6 Key verse: Psalms 6:1 - O LORD, do not rebuke me in Your anger, nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. Premise: Our God is not a vindictive Judge but a Holy Father who loves His children enough to rebuke us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Our Good, Good Father Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 2, 2018
     | 5,709 views

    Sometimes we lose sight of the fact that God is generously, lovingly giving to us.

    1. When Linda, Laura, and I were living in Huntsville, Alabama we went out to eat one Saturday at a popular BBQ restaurant. We saw a wealthy couple from our congregation come in and be seated. We exchanged pleasantries and went on with our meal. When it came time to pay we found that our church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Newbaker avatar

    Honoring Our Heavenly Father

    Contributed by John Newbaker on Jun 19, 2020
     | 5,644 views

    John 5:23 Jesus said, "everyone should honor the Father.” I agree! Let’s honor our Heavenly Father on this Father’s Day!

    HAPPY FATHER’S DAY John 5:23 Jesus said, "everyone should honor the Father.” I agree! Let’s honor our Heavenly Father on this Father’s Day! The Bible has a lot to say about this… Psalm 96:6 “Honor and majesty surrounds Him…” Psalm 104:1 He is “clothed with honor and majesty” Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Getting Our Of Jail, Free" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 11, 2017
     | 4,204 views

    I read this week in fact that it is possible that up to 80% of those who are currently hospitalized have a stress related illnesses. 80%.

    “Get out of jail, Free” Matthew 6:1-18 Medical science has been telling us now for years that there is a very close relationship between physical illness and stress. That shouldn’t be hard for us to believe since when you go through a time of extended stress and difficulty, many times we become ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jay Patton avatar

    Lead, Follow, Or Get Out Of The Way

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 20, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,841 views

    This is part of a series through Nehemiah. The entire series is about godly steps for rebuilding godly structures.

    Introduction: Vietnam wall Illustration Read Scripture/PRAY Background: Addressing problems, becoming change agents Purpose Statement: As we go about the task of problem solving... I. Don’t Be Overwhelmed By the Size of the Task A. Note the state of the Decay 1. situations in our own life 2. 45 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John White avatar

    Our Great God

    Contributed by John White on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,046 views

    A testimony to the greatness of a God so great He is beyond the capacity of man’s finite mind to comprehend.

    OUR GREAT GOD Isaiah 55:8-11 Perhaps you have heard of the little boy in the Sunday School class who, during activity time, was busily drawing and sketching. His teacher, wishing to show her interest and encourage him, said, "Sammy, what are you drawing?" He calmly replied, "God." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Forgive Us Our Debts

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 16, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,479 views

    Christ gave this perfect patter for prayers we are to offer to the Father. We are to do our part to study it closely and follow it correctly.

    Forgive Us Our Debts Matthew 6:12 Intro Christ gave this perfect pattern for the prayers we are to offer to the Father. We are to do our part to study it closely and follow it correctly. There is a very significant conjunction in this perfect pattern of prayer. The word “and” links the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Higgins avatar

    Our Future Glory Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Jun 29, 2006
     | 4,080 views

    Understand the glory of God

    Glory (8) “Our Future Glory” 1. Recap a. Glory of God is defined as the Visible Majesty of the Divine Presence. b. Why are we discussing His glory? i. We take for granted all the places in the bible we read the word “glory of God.” ii. His glory….that is, His Majesty made visible, if not to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Breeden avatar

    Our Big God

    Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,439 views

    Having a Big God effects everything we know and believe

    Our Big God! Ps 139:1-17 INTRO: Message is to get us our of a little God Syndrome 1. We come to church where we have placed God in a box a. We come & watch Him up on stage in the music & preaching but He is limited to that place only 1. He doesn’t go home with us, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gregory DeLong avatar

    Our Just God Series

    Contributed by Gregory Delong on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,267 views

    A focus on the just character of God.

    "Our Just God" Ps. 97:2 Welcome back to our series on Knowing God. In this series, we’re attempting to know more of what God is like MENTALLY, so that we might know Him better EXPERIENTIALLY. Thus far, we have uncovered 4 attributes of God’s being. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Our Sovereign God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 44,597 views

    The word “sovereign” is both a noun and verb. As a verb it means, “to rule,” and as a noun it means “king” or “absolute ruler.” To say that God is sovereign is to say that God is in charge of the entire universe all the time.

    Our Sovereign God I came across a couple of children’s prayers this week. Johnny had been misbehaving and was sent to his room. He emerged a couple minutes later and informed his mother that he had thought things over and had even said a little prayer. The mother was very happy and said, “If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Our Constant Focus

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007
     | 3,863 views

    Changing our focus so it is on God - his position, power, and perfection.

    OUR CONSTANT FOCUS - REV. 4 I. Introduction The very first time I went whitewater rafting was one summer when I worked at a Christian camp in central Alberta. We got some instructions on the bank before setting out, had a lengthly discussion about safety equipment and procedures, and some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Our Constant Focus

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,193 views

    Changing our focus so it is on God - his position, power, and perfection.

    OUR CONSTANT FOCUS - REV. 4 I. Introduction The very first time I went whitewater rafting was one summer when I worked at a Christian camp in central Alberta. We got some instructions on the bank before setting out, had a lengthly discussion about safety equipment and procedures, and some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist