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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    He That Winneth Souls Is Wise # 4

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 1,752 views

    During the 1988 Vice Presidential debate, Senator Lloyd Benson from the Democratic party debated nominee Vice President Dan Quayle from the Republican party.

    It was at that time that Vice President nominee Dan Quayle made reference to something that President John F. Kennedy said, to support what he believed. Senator Benson's response was, "Mr. Vice President, I knew President Kennedy, and you are no John Kennedy!" Ever since ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep God's Big Perspective In Mind

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 10, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,852 views

    It is not uncommon to find people who get so wrapped up in details that lose sight of more important goals. Many Americans seem to become distracted by many things that may seem important at the time but in God’s bigger perspective are mere details

    Keep God’s Big Perspective in Mind - (Luke 16:10-16) It is not uncommon to find people who get so wrapped up in details that lose sight of more important goals. Many Americans seem to become distracted by many things that may seem important at the time but in God’s bigger perspective are mere ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Calling The First Witness

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,030 views

    This sermon talks about the fact that faith is more than something that is just in our head. It is expressed in our giving and in our living.

    November 11, 2001 Hebrews 11:4,5 “Calling the first witness” I. INTRODUCTION A defendant was on trial for murder in Oklahoma. There was strong evidence indicating guilt, but there was no corpse. In the defense’s closing statement the lawyer, knowing that his client would probably be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Get Stressed Out!

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 11, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 6,241 views

    The promise of forgiveness and salvation in Christ Jesus tempers our lives with joy and hope.

    The population of this country is 200 million people. 84 million are retired. That leaves 116 million to do the work. There are 75 million in school, which leaves 41 million to do the work. Of this total, there are 22 million employed by the federal government. That leaves 19 million to do the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Stand Up For Jesus

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 30, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,953 views

    Faith in Christ enables us to stand up for him.

    An elderly man decided to oppose the system. He wasn’t being a rebel. He wasn’t out on a mission to be different. He was only following the Word of God that had passed down to him. But this made him stand out all the more. Of course, I’m speaking of Daniel. He lived in a unique period of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Self Examination Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,250 views

    If only we’d recognize when we have strayed, get godly counsel, then seek for the unity of the body of Christ – that’s when we will see God’s love and peace flourish in our lives and in the church.

    For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Self Examination 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 Pastor Tom Fuller There comes a time in every child’s life when patience on the parent’s part ends, and accountability on the child’s part begins. As we begin this morning I want to share a ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Get Off The Couch

    Contributed by Christopher Crane on Apr 3, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,361 views

    When Jesus heals the man infirmed with palsy, he gives him the command to "Arise... take up thy couch, and go home." The healing was in the body. The couch was about the mind. This is a message about partner with God in the healing.

    GET OFF THE COUCH Luke 5:22-25 Sunday Morning, April 3, 2005 Luke 5:22-25 22 But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts? 23 Whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Rise up and walk? 24 But that ye may know that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    We Have An Escape Hatch Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,058 views

    1 Corinthians 10:13 PROMISES us that we will ALWAYTS have a way of escape when we are tempted.

    INTRODUCTION • SHOW COOKIE TEMPATION VIDEO (Meatloaf Media) • SLIDE #1 • I think I would have been quieter! • Over the last four weeks we have look at four of five things we need to know. I hope that you have taken the time to reflect on these items because they will help you to grow. • WE can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Your Worries About Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,039 views

    Jesus teaching his disciples against the sin of worry reminds us that worry exposes some real concerns of the heart.

    INTRODUCTION Today, in continuing our study of the Sermon on the Mount, Part # 6 deals with the subject of worry. I found it interesting and even God’s timing, Mike & Crystal, that we come to this section of our series when Mike is about to embark on a part of life that many would call the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Owen avatar

    Genesis 18 Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Apr 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,130 views

    Genesis verse-by-verse

    Genesis 18 The last time we were in the book of Genesis we covered the passage where God established His covenant with the world that He would never again destroy the earth with a flood. He placed a rainbow in the sky as a reminder of His promise to us. A promise that’s based entirely on His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Drew Mills avatar

    These Boots Were Made For Walking Series

    Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,398 views

    The Narrow Road is meant for walking--not trudging, not sitting, and not running.

    Theme: Narrow Road Series Purpose: Perseverance in faith This month we have talked about what it means to travel the narrow road. Jesus told us that broad is the path that leads to destruction, but narrow is the way to eternal life. For the believer that means several things. We said that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Super Cool Or Super Real?

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,946 views

    Are you real? That might seem like an obvious question but consider the lengths you go to in order to present yourself as "all together" to your friends and brothers and sisters. Being impressive by appearance can actually impede both your growth in the L

    We talk a lot about natural human behavior and how that often runs counter to the real life given to us in Jesus Christ. Today I want to talk about your image. In our natural state we try really hard to present a good image to the world. We try to clean up, dress well, and act civilly. Beyond that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Road To Maturity Is A Road Marked With Suffering Series

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 28, 2011
     | 5,591 views

    As much as we might like to believe otherwise, the road to maturity is a road marked with suffering. We all pass through its stations and we cannot do so without being affected.

    INTRO THE ROAD TO MATURITY. So far in this series we have looked at: * Focusing on our identity as children of the Father (Micah 6) [What does the Lord require?] * Taking care of ourselves so that we are in a place where we can hear God building us up (1 Kings 19) * Today we are going to ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facts About Fellowship

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 19, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,527 views

    The foundation, function and fruit of Biblical fellowship.

    “Facts about Fellowship” 1 John 1:5-10 1 John 1:1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Nichols avatar

    How To Win A Family Fight Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,125 views

    When you fight, you can always win!

    TEXT: Ephesians 4:25-27; 29-32 TITLE: How to win a family fight! SERIES: Home Health Care TOPIC: Family arguments OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, July 27, 2008 PROP.: Winning a family fight means that you fight according to the rules! INTRODUCTION: Today, we close out our series ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ