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  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    Wanted: A Few Good Men…and Women! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 25, 2013
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     | 6,032 views

    Let us like Paul and Titus become mentors of the young, unlearned and untaught. and support those who need it, nurturing them in the way of the LORD!

    Titus 1:5-16 KJV For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: 6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly. 7 For a bishop must ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 10, 2018
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     | 20,449 views

    The question we are tackling this morning has been referred to as The Achilles Heel of Christianity – the question that often keeps people from becoming believers in Christ.

    “Why do bad things Happen to Good People?” James 1:1-12 The question we are tackling this morning is asked perhaps more than any other question about God. It has been referred to as The Achilles Heel of Christianity – the question that often keeps people from becoming believers in Christ. George ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Excusing Our Sin: "I'm A Good Person"

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 5, 2006
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    This message looks at what we really mean when we say, "He’s a good person" and what the Biblical standard is to be able to say that.

    1. Our Belief: “I’m a good person.” 2. Some Examples Of God’s Standards: a. It’s a blot on our record every time we get angry at a friend without cause. - Matthew 5:21-22. - We’ll say, “Well, at least I’m not a murderer,” but here we see that we’re in danger of judgment for our unjustified ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Parable Of The Talents: Well Done Good And Faithful Servant! Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 17, 2022
     | 4,458 views

    Our Parable today occurs in the book of Matthew in the 25th chapter, just before our parable from last week, the parable of the sheep and the goats.

    "Time is the inexplicable raw material of everything. With it, all is possible; without it, nothing. The supply of time is truly a daily miracle, an affair genuinely astonishing when one examines it. You wake up in the morning, and lo! your purse is magically filled with twenty-four hours of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    It's Good For Us To Be Here On This Mountain

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Feb 19, 2021
     | 7,209 views

    Seeing Jesus for who he is, in a tranformed state which blesses them and us.

    In chapter (8:31) we find that the disciples were adjusting to the shock, and the explanation that Jesus would suffer countless agonizing pain, the texted revealed that he would be rejected crucified and be put to death, but ultimately he would rise again. However, beyond all of the issues that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What About Faith And Good Works? (Part 1)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Apr 2, 2001
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     | 6,445 views

    This morning our focus is going to be on verses 14-17, in chapter two. In this section of the passage we find an assumption (v.14), an analogy (vv. 15-16), and an application (v.17). Included is a historical looks at the relationship between James and Paul.

    What About Faith and Good Works? An Answer to the believer James 2:14-17 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church April 1, 2001 Introduction: We’ve spent the last couple of weeks tackling an issue that many people, present company excluded of course, would like to avoid. We ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Matthew Drake avatar

    Let Me Introduce You To A Good Lookin' Church

    Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 127 ratings
     | 4,218 views

    A great message of the ONE TRUE Church that the Lord put into motion on the Day of Pentecost.

    The church was started about 120 days after the death, burial & resurrection of Jesus Christ. The setting of this great Biblical scene was in Jerusalem, in a place the Bible calls the Upper Room. You ask what was that?!? An upper room!!! It was on a day called the Day of Pentecost, meaning 50 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Most Christians Fail To Become Good Christians

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,849 views

    Why do we fail to grow and mature as we should

    WHY MOST CHRISTIANS FAIL TO BECOME GOOD CHRISTIANS Text: Acts 15:35-40 II Timothy 4:6-11 Have you ever seen somebody get saved and join the church or maybe some family joins the church and the first thing you think is, "Boy, these are going to be good people." After they have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    Easter, The Best Good News Or Best-Kept Secret? Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 7, 2016
     | 9,539 views

    Easter is the best Good News we could possibly hear, therefore it is worth sharing with others.

    Easter, is it the best good news ever told, or is it the best-kept secret? I think that is an important question for you and me and for everyone. If we take our passages seriously from Psalm 118 and Luke 24; then I suggest to you today that God’s way is that of resurrection; he is able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Be A Good Seed Sower - The Art Of Wise Investing

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,014 views

    Many intelligent farmers have reaped the benefits of studying the science of wise seed sowing. Farming is a like investing, you actually reap in quantity and in quality that which you sow. While some farmers continue to get small yields, others bring in h

    Many intelligent farmers have reaped the benefits of studying the science of wise seed sowing. Farming is a like investing, you actually reap in quantity and in quality that which you sow. While some farmers continue to get small yields, others bring in huge harvests and prosper. Jesus likened ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can You Have Too Much Of A Good Thing?

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 5, 2023
     | 871 views

    A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 22

    September 3, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 16:21-28 Can You Have Too Much of a Good Thing? Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Adding salt to a baking recipe enhances the final flavor in complex ways. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • C Jordan avatar

    The Spirit Of Christmas: Be Rich, Do Good And Give Generously

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 9, 2013
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     | 3,453 views

    What is the true spirit of Christmas? To do good, be rich in good works, and to give generously to others. When we do this, we will experience abundant joy.

    THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS: BE RICH, DO GOOD AND GIVE GENEROUSLY INTRO TO TOPIC: DEEP QUESTIONS OF THE UNIVERSE: What is the meaning of life? What is God like? Can a leopard change its spots? How do they get the caramilk into the caramilk bar? And – what does the fox say? But – what is ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “the Dynamic Impact Of A Good Deacon”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 19, 2014
     | 8,072 views

    In Acts 6, we see what kind of positive impact the effective ministry of the deacon can have on a local church.

    The early church was experiencing phenomenal growth, marvelous miracles, pulsating power, and unlimited blessings. Then, right in the middle of this success story, dissension arose. The Greek speaking widows were being neglected in favor of the Hebrew speaking widows. The Apostles said that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    "It Is A Good Thing To Give Thanks Unto The Lord!”

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 19, 2022
     | 6,322 views

    As we approach Thanksgiving I would like to talk to you about what the scripture says about thanksgiving.

    The scriptures say, “IT IS A GOOD THING TO GIVE THANKS UNTO THE LORD!” Notice, the Psalmist not only says it is good thing to give thanks but he also tells us who we are to give thanks to…UNTO THE LORD!!! You would think everyone knew this but in the world in which we live there is ample proof ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Guy Caley avatar

    What's So Good About The Gospel (Easter Message)

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Apr 1, 2002
    based on 117 ratings
     | 8,563 views

    Four things that make the Gospel "Good News."

    Introduction Good News: You baptized seven people today in the river. Bad News: You lost two of them in the swift current. Good News: The Protestant Women of the Chapel voted to send you a get-well card. Bad News: The vote passed by 31-30. Good News: Your Chapel Council accepted your job ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God