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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Moses And His Mentor Jethro

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 11, 2023
     | 6,926 views

    The message looks at a brief incident of mentoring in the life of Moses. And without this mentoring that took place, Moses’ life could have been quite different. Let's see if we can learn some things about mentoring from God's word.

    For the next few Sundays I want to dip into the Old Testament teachings. There are individuals in the Old Testament that we can learn a lot of things about and from. One of those things is mentoring others. Currently we have several individuals in our church who have volunteered to be mentors to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Positively Free! Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,940 views

    #3 of a 6 part summer series from the Book of Philippians on how we are free in Christ

    “POSITIVELY Free” Freedom! Week #3 Philippians 2:14-18 INTRODUCTION:{Video: Virtual Family - sermonspice.com} Wouldn’t it be great if it was that easy? Just put on a gadget and all our negative verbiage is translated into words that edify and encourage. That would be great! But let’s face it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Plan For The Future Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016
     | 8,752 views

    What the church ought to be now and in the future

    Good morning, church! We start back into our series through the New Testament book of Titus called “Grow, Church, Grow!” As we get ready to hear from God’s word, take your Bibles and turn to Titus 2:1-8. Sometimes I wonder what Central Park Church of Christ will look ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Circumstances Confuse Us Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,549 views

    Joy Stealers are the tools Satan uses to rob us of our joy in serving the cause of Christ.To help us defeat the joy stealers of this life, Paul wrote the book of Philippians. Paul knew there would be times we could not be happy, but in Christ, we could al

    Introduction: This past weekend, our family celebrated Kathy’s parents 50th wedding anniversary. We spent all day Friday decorating the church in preparation for the big night. Kathy had planned the celebration to be a big surprise, and sure enough, her parents were surprised as 75 of their friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God’s Armor (B)

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 25, 2012
     | 3,459 views

    God gives us the tools we need to fight/resist the devil.

    God’s Armor (B) September 28, 2008, Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God gives us the tools we need to fight/resist the devil. Focus Passage: Ephesians 6:16-20 Introduction: • The Belt of Truth – we need to be completely immersed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Art Of War - Pt. 2 - Weapon Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 2, 2017
     | 6,573 views

    Security systems. Car alarms. But are you still vulnerable? Defenseless? Feel like you are under attack? Are you dressed for battle? Let's learn the "Art of War!"

    The Art of War Pt. 2 - Weapon Wisdom I. Introduction It was the autumn of 1944 and Germany had been beaten back behind its borders. The Nazi war machine was in tatters and repeated bombing raids by the Allies all but assured that Hitler’s forces would never rise again. Around the perimeter of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mushy Minds

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 19, 2017
     | 6,230 views

    We can't just "feel" our faith - we have to think, and it's time to take our Christianity seriously and renew our minds

    Mushy Minds TCF Sermon March 6, 2016 ---------------------------------- NOTE: the powerpoint for this sermon, which includes a video and visuals illustrating the message, is freely available at this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Being A Parent Sometimes Means

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,986 views

    Mothers have to often make difficult decisions. With God’s help they can do it wisely.

    Mother’s Day Sermon “What Being a Parent Sometimes Means” Exodus 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION: “The Lord gives good many things twice over; but he don’t give ye a mother but once” says Tom in Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Today is the day set aside each year to pay tribute to Mothers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Word Pictures In 2 Timothy 2

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 11, 2021
     | 4,787 views

    There are 6 beautiful word pictures in 1 Timothy 2 that teach us about the Christian life. This is a basic skeleton outline to add your own meat to.

    Word Pictures in 2 Timothy 2 TEXT: Turn to 2 Timothy 2 INTRODUCTION Paul used word pictures frequently as did Jesus (parables), David (“fly with the wings of a dove”), writers of Proverbs. Illus. – A pastor gave a Bible lesson using a nut as an object lesson. After the service a lady who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Cliffs Note Christmas Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023
     | 1,819 views

    When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky.

    When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky. That is how we think about the story. Details. Details. Details. However, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Have Less Stress Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 24, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 28,612 views

    This sermon looks at seven principles for stress management. 1. Know Who You Are 2. Know who you want to please 3. Know what you want to accomplish 4. Focus on one thing at a time 5. Make a habit of personal prayer 6. Take time to rest 7. Give your stress to Christ

    How to Have Less Stress Jesus Christ was a person who was constantly under pressure. Because of His popularity – people always wanted to be around Him. He had to seek out times for personal privacy. Other people repeatedly misunderstood Him – criticized Him – ridiculed Him. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How To Win With Egr People)

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 6, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,301 views

    Number 11- Moses learned how to deal with "EGR" Extra Grace Required people.

    “How to Win With EGR People” Numbers 11:10-17, 24-30 Many of you have relatives, work with people, or have neighbors who are EGR people. They are Extra Grace Required people. In Numbers 11 Moses faced many EGR people. 11:1, “Now the people complained about their hardships in the hearing of ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Overcoming Worry With Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 12, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 9,678 views

    A thankful heart experiences the peace of God.

    Overcoming Worry With Thanksgiving Philippians 4:4-7 Introduction Worry is the absence of peace in the life of a believer. God desires that we trust Him, not worry. And I have found that when I trust Him, there’s no need to worry. I experience His peace, the peace that passes all understanding. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Margaret Olubiyi avatar

    Eleven Qualities That Will Help The Pastor's Wife In Her Ministry To Women In The Church

    Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Nov 2, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 51,866 views

    This teaching message is for every pastor's wife and woman whose husband is in Christian ministry leadership. It reveals the qualities that they should have to be effective in church ministry alongside their spouses.

    This message is part of a series published in my book, "Lessons and Encouraging Words for Today's Christian Woman." It is a crucial message that I feel led to share, particularly with women in church and ministry leadership roles, particularly pastors' wives. Being a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Praise During Personal Struggles

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,402 views

    Praising Jesus for who we are in Him gives us the framework for finding victory and comfort during difficult times.

    The Power of Praise during Personal Struggles Ephesians 1:1-14 As we read this passage, here are the three keys to learning the lesson we will focus on today. Before we being, let me tell you this: this is a rich passage of scripture. There is so much here that we could literally spend 6-7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist