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  • Bishop Daryl Townes avatar

    A Desperate Cry For Help

    Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Nov 4, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,614 views

    A SERMON OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO CALL ON THE NAME OF JESUS FOR HELP

    Text: St. Mark 10:46-52, St. Luke 18:35-43 Introduction The word desperate according to Webster dictionary means: “without care for danger: reckless as from dispair; (2) resorted to in the last extremity:drastic (3) in frantic need. Our text takes place at the entrance or the border of Jericho ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Standing Firm Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,321 views

    There are many treats to a believer’s stability, but with their close fellowship with the body of Christ they will have the strenght to stand firm.

    #26, 10-14-07 Standing Firm Introduction, Why are so many Christians inconsistent in their walk with God? Different types of inconsistent Christians, 1) “Roller-coaster Christians, 2) “Light-Switch Christians 3) “Hot or Cold Christians, 4) “Bang-Fizz” Christians Text, Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Worse Than Leprosy..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Jan 4, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,180 views

    A few sweet words and a little bit of kindness can coax the hottest iron out of a fire. So it is with gratitude. Let’s examine this truth together in Lukes story of the ten lepers!

    Introduction I read recently of the story of the man who was betrayed by one he thought was his best friend. He went to him and asked, "How could you do this to me? Who picked you up out of the gutter? Who gave you your first job? Who lent you money and bailed you out of jail!" His reply was, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Be Or Not To Be

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 31, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,673 views

    To BE or NOT to be. This is a question we all must answer. But to BE, where does it all BE-gin? In One word...BE-LIEVE!

    To BE or NOT to be. by William Akehurst, HSWC Acts 15:11 "But we believe that through the grace of the LORD Jesus Christ we shall be saved" In the words of William Shakespeare, "To be or not to be, that is the question." One side or the other, not sitting on the fence. You either are, or you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Bragging Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,624 views

    Paul instructs the Corinthians on how poor he is and how poor they really are.

    NO BRAGGING 1 Corinthians 4:8-21 I. The Contrast Between the Rich and Poor in the Gospel (vv. 8, 9). A. “Already you have become rich! You have become kings—and that without us!” (v. 8). 1. They were self-satisfied and thought they were mature. 2. They felt they did not need help. 3. They wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptist Church

    Contributed by Allen Payne on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,040 views

    Baptist

    Heb 2:1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip Fundamental - What is a Fundamental Baptist church? It is a church that believes in the fundamentals of the faith. The fundamental doctrines of the faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    Faith Is The Key

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 19, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,437 views

    Keys come in all different shapes and sizes and even colors. I have some keys on my key ring. There is a key to my house and to my truck and to the church and my office, file cabinet, suitcase, tag here that gets me into the gym. All of these keys open doors for me. They all unlock something.

    Faith Is the Key How many of you carry any keys? Keys come in all different shapes and sizes and even colors. I have some keys on my key ring. There is a key to my house and to my truck and to the church and my office, file cabinet, suitcase, tag here that gets me into the gym. All of these keys ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Of Salvation Or Damnation

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 17, 2016
     | 2,896 views

    Don't put that notch on your Gospel gun until you are sure you hit the target. If it is not a heart shot, a flesh wound will kill them.

    "A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still." - Unknown Something to be remembered when evangelizing. Just because they say a prayer on the doorstep does not mean they are saved. They may be just trying to get you off their doorstep or saying the prayer to hedge their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Stevens avatar

    Focus

    Contributed by Richard Stevens on Mar 1, 2016
     | 7,080 views

    What we should be focused on in the Christian life and how to accomplish it.

    Philippians 4:1-9 FOCUS – On what I want, not what I don’t want Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Death

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
     | 9,958 views

    Death

    Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 1. Death is UNAVOIDABLE. - Heb 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: 2. Death is UNPREDICTABLE. - Gen ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Hill Of The Lord

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
     | 5,005 views

    The Hill of the Lord

    Psalm 24 The Hill of the Lord I. OUR WELFARE (1-3) seen in :- (a) His Creation - ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Love One Another

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,393 views

    A very short talk for an all-age communion service.

    Boys and girls do you love weddings? Is Ella here? Two years ago Ella was one of the brides at our Buttsbury role-play weddings here and she was great! I recently worked out that in the last 11 years I have married no less than 32 women! Oh, and 32 men. I mentioned this to some year 5 children ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Use Of The Word Precious By Peter

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,769 views

    What does the Bible teach about faith? What makes the Blood so special? The Church is built upon this Rock, and the Scriptures furnish us with many promises.

    PETER’S USE OF THE WORD “PRECIOUS”. The word "precious" conveys: something of great value; something greatly loved or treasured by someone. PRECIOUS FAITH. 1 Peter 1:7; 2 Peter 1:1. The Apostle Peter speaks of “precious faith” (1 Peter 1:7; 2 Peter 1:1). What does the Bible teach ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Samuel Fulkerson avatar

    Choosing The Promise Of The Future Over The Pain Of The Past

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 6, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,844 views

    We all have a past; and that past will have it's share of failures. However, we must not let that past hinder our possessing the promises of our future.

    Quotes – William (Bill) J. Clinton: “Strength and wisdom are not opposing values.” “Let us all take more responsibility, not only for ourselves and our families but for our communities and our country.” “Part of our essential humanity is paying respect to what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Barrier That Soul Winning Crosses

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,691 views

    Racial – Economical – Social Barriers can be crossed in love

    The Barrier That Soul Winning Crosses John 4: 1-9 Vs. 4:1–2 The popularity of Christ was increasing to the extent that the Pharisees became alarmed. To avoid a confrontation, Jesus traveled ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational