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  • Doug Fannon avatar

    But God Meant It For Good Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,053 views

    New Sermon Series, "But God ..." on how God intervenes in human history. Today's message is how God uses adversity and suffering for our good and His glory.

    Ever since the Garden of Eden, there have been those that question the existence of God. Many who acknowledge that God exist, will say that God is distant. He set the universe in motion and then stepped back to see what happens. A few years ago (1990) there was a popular song sung by Bette Midler ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Little Good News Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Nov 28, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,105 views

    God fulfills his promises so we need to respond in obedience and praise.

    Genesis 21:1-7 June 29, 2003 I rolled out this morning...kids had the morning news show on Bryant Gumbel was talking about the fighting in Lebanon Some senator was squawking about the bad economy It’s gonna get worse you see we need a change in policy There’s a local paper rolled up in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Intended It For Good

    Contributed by Michael Elmore on Nov 2, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 14,066 views

    Post September 11th attack

    "GOD INTENDED IT FOR GOOD" Genesis 50:15-21 "But Joseph said to them, don’t be afraid, Am I in the place of God? You intended to harm me, but God intended for good, to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." INTRODUCTION: 1. What is suffering? Suffering covers a broad ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good Enough To Live By, But Not Good Enough To Die By

    Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,517 views

    Some trust in what they have attained in life...but all of the possessions attained here will not get one into heaven.

     Mark 10:17-22  - 17 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” 18 So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Run The Good Race Series

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,048 views

    Part of the Fit for Life PowerPak.

    Introductory Considerations 1. I enjoy watching Olympic games. (describe some favourite events). Easy to share in the joy of the winner as she/he realized she/he had won. All that glory for just a few races that took less time than most television commercials. 2. Then I saw a special feature ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Running The Good Race

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 105 ratings
     | 8,399 views

    Today is Cadet/Calvinette Sunday and the theme is a challenge of how we live the Christian life and what the results are of "running the good race"

    Introductory Considerations 1. I enjoy watching Olympic games. (describe some favourite events). Easy to share in the joy of the winner as she/he realized she/he had won. All that glory for just a few races that took less time than most television commercials. 2. Then I saw a special feature ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Is That Good Enough Lord ?

    Contributed by Travis Leib on May 15, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,722 views

    The urgency to do whatsoever God tells us, and to do it with all diligence.

    John, chapter 2, gives us the account of the beginning of the miracles of Jesus. But within this miracle gives us a glimpse of how God works if we will obey. There is much debate and discussion on the conversation between Jesus and Mary. I dont want to take the time to try to give my veiwpoint ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Good Path Home

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 21, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 415 views

    Wepong trusted God to make her path straight, and God led her all the way home.

    What makes life a “good path?” This is a question we all wonder. Is it a life free from struggle? Is it a path of great achievement? Is it a path of success and recognition? Or is there something deeper? Well, the scripture suggests that the “good path” isn’t defined by how easy life is, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    It's All Good

    Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,936 views

    No matter how hard it may seem, as Christians we also are supposed to rejoice in all things.

    It's All Good by Steve Keeler Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." "Once upon a time." How long has it been since you heard a story that began like that once upon a time? Well, we're ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No News Is Good News

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 6, 2019
     | 7,757 views

    A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 27: 1 – 9

    2 Chronicles 27: 1 – 9 No news is good news 27 Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. 2 And he did what was right in the sight of the LORD, according to all that his father Uzziah had ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Tim White avatar

    The Key To A Good Life Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 22,725 views

    The wise father shares with his children the keys to getting the most out of life.

    Keys To A Good Life Proverbs 1:8-19 Wisdom can come in strange ways. Illus. Two men were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his tennis shoes and his friend anxiously asked, "What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Learn To Do Good

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 14, 2013
     | 6,637 views

    The sermons teaches us that we must do as God told Israel you must learn to do good.

    Learn To Do Good Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 1. The text announces a Vision that the Prophet saw Read verse 1. The prophet or Nevi sometimes spelled Nabi refers to one who speaks God’s Word and sees what God sees. The vision Isaiah sees is exactly what God ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Like A Good Neighbor

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 2, 2008
     | 7,811 views

    Based on the story of the Good Samaritan, this message prepared this congregation for a community event.

    (90% of my messages have an accompanying Powerpoint presentation already designed…to receive one jwatts@hueytownbaptist.com) LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR Luke 10:25-37 * (SING) “And like a good neighbor…who is there?” Most of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Good Citizens Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 5, 2010
     | 7,509 views

    As Christians we have a responsibility in the plitical arena - but just what is it?

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Being Good Citizens” Prov. 29:2; Mt. 22:15-21 I am so ready for the elections to be over. I’m tired of all the political mud-throwing, fact-checking, partial truth, bold promise ads. It reminds me of the story of a 4 year old who tugged on her ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Developing Good Character

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 11, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 25,817 views

    A person’s character is the sum of his or her disposition, thoughts, intentions, desires, and actions. Good Character is Godly Character.

    Developing Good Character Lakewood COG | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | May 7, 2017 Titus 2:11-13 11  For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12  Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God