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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Mistaking God’s Patience For Weakness Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 16, 2020
     | 2,280 views

    The Corinthians continued to sin despite Paul's repeated warnings. How had they taken his patience for weakness?

    A THIRD TRY: Paul had been patient with the sinful Corinthians. - 2 Corinthians 13:1-2a. - Paul tells the Corinthians that he is planning to make a third visit to them. This has been necessitated by the ongoing questionable behavior of the church there. - Paul then quotes Deuteronomy about two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “kingdom Discipleship” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 15, 2015
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     | 12,741 views

    Christ-followers are called to be more than good church-goers; we're to be kingdom disciples.

    Today, we’re starting of series on kingdom living. Our goal is to stimulate a kingdom vision that will enable us, as a church, to dream, think, and move beyond the church-box paradigm. Christ calls us to be more than good church-goers; He calls us to be kingdom disciples. In the four ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stoning The Elephant In The Room

    Contributed by Darryl Ward on Mar 26, 2017
     | 4,004 views

    A sermon about scandal in the Church

    The 2008 film ‘Doubt’, based on John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer Prize winning play of the same name, is set in a Roman Catholic church in the Bronx in the 1960s. Sister Aloysius, the principal of the attached school, played brilliantly by Meryl Streep, suspects Father Flynn, the parish priest, of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Satan's Only Hope

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 30, 2017
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     | 7,049 views

    Satan cannot defeat us. His only hope is that we will give into our emotions and defeat ourselves. Sermons uses a sports' analogy to bring home this point.

    Satan's only hope John 14:27 • What enables us to have this peace? John 14:1, 21-26 • What does this peace produce? John 14:30, 16:33 ? Why did Jesus to overcome the world? I John 5:4, 5 • John 20:19, 21, 26 – “Peace be” Sometimes sporting events are good analogies of spiritual principles. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Delighting In Kingdom Ministry

    Contributed by James Snyder on May 10, 2016
     | 4,039 views

    Ministry is seeing an issue in the kingdom that needs to be addressed and driving us to our knees.

    Nothing is more beautiful to watch than thorough breds galloping around the track. This is the horse capital of the world and most of the thoroughbred champions were bred and raised here in Ocala. The amazing thing is to see those four legs working in complete harmony with one another in racing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Fathers Day

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 21, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 64,701 views

    We honor fathers today and by faith trust that we will be all that we can be with the strength of Christ. We not only look at the Prodigal sons return but also the faith of the waiting father.

    A Father’s Day Luke 15:11-15:31 Introduction- Have you ever had broken or shattered dreams? Have you ever wanted the best for someone and they seem to be on a destructive path and not even desire your help? Have you ever been so entangled in a situation that you see no way out of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Fear Breeds Fear.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 18, 2017
     | 6,933 views

    We give to much time to criticism and negativism. Fear will have no power unless we allow it. I can not control what happens to me, but I can control how I react. Put on your boxing gloves and prepare to fight.

    FEAR BREEDS FEAR... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com NOTE: There is a healthy fear that is wisdom, such as the fear of God and a healthy respect of situations. This lesson focuses on the danger of excessive fear that can hinder and cripple individuals. COME LET US REASON TOGETHER ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Genesis 31 - How To Apply For That Dream Job Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 28, 2015
     | 6,305 views

    What would you do if you knew you were not in the place of your calling? What would you do if you were in Jacob’s shoes? How do you apply for that dream job?

    Genesis 31 - HOW TO APPLY FOR THAT DREAM JOB Recently I was offered a position in an organisation I love. My heart jumped in response to working in such a place. I love being able to sow into people’s lives with my gifts and calling. This opportunity was one that excited my Pastor’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deacon Ordination

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 12, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,241 views

    Ordination message for a Deacon at Bethlehem Baptist Church.

    Deacon Ordination - Chad Dopson January 13, 2008 Introduction (Have Lisa come up to the pulpit with me.) This morning is a very special morning in the life of Chad and Michelle, and for our church. Today Chad takes a tremendous step in the ministry to His Lord by becoming a Deacon here at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Winning S-H-O-T Towards Our Goal!

    Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012
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     | 4,742 views

    We are encouraged to set a GOAL. A goal that other people think you can’t. Create the guts to face your fear and every struggle that comes on your way. Have a STRONG CHARACTER! Always THINK POSITIVE! Don’t be affected from those DISCOURAGEMENTS. When we

    “SHOOTING is the MOST IMPORTANT fundamental OFFENSIVE SKILL in basketball. A team that SHOOTS WELL will always be in a ball game.” By: Coach Jerry Tarkanian If you want to be a SUPERB SHOOTER, you must have VERY GOOD basketball SHOOTING FORM and TECHNIQUE. SHOT Defined:  A STROKE in ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Righteous Word Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 20, 2014
     | 7,968 views

    Though the pursue of God may bring affliction, a transformation toward righteousness is found by abiding in God's Righteous Word

    PSALM 119: 137-144 [The Ministry of The Word Series] GOD'S RIGHTEOUS WORD [1 Peter 1:21-23] The Word of God reflects the character of God. This stanza [Tsadhe, the 18th letter in the Hebrew alphabet] declares that because the Lord is righteous, His Word is righteous (vv. 137-138). While ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If God Says "Wait" Don’t Worry - Just Pray! Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 27, 2014
    based on 11 ratings
     | 31,999 views

    There may be many prayers that you have prayed asking God to change a situation or circumstance. There will have been times when it felt like God responded quickly to your prayer. What do we do when God says "Wait"?

    If God Says "Wait" Don’t Worry - Just Pray! In this world, there are people who welcome change and people who resist change. There are those who like to maintain the Status Quo, and others who seek change for the sake of change. There are many things in this world that we cannot change. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Henderson avatar

    Mary: A Role Model For Today's Moms Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 22, 2017
     | 7,270 views

    In this message we look at some of the ways Moms can identify with Mary, the Mother of Jesus. She no doubt experienced some of the same problems Moms today do. She would have faced ridicule, her son was hated by many and she likely lived in poverty.

    FAMILY MATTERS “Mary: a Model for Today’s Moms” Luke 1:26-28 If you are not aware, for the past 16 years there has been an annual survey telling us how much money the average mom should receive for all of the jobs that she does. This is a bit of what that job looks like and what they do—of course ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    How Can We Get To The Other Side? Why Sit Here?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,674 views

    The Bible is full of lessons that many opportunities can not never be achieved while sitting doing little. Many are waiting for someone else to get up and do something while they hold the key to the other side.

    WHY SIT HERE UNTIL WE DIE? HOW CAN I GET TO THE OTHER SIDE? IF WE STAY HERE, WE DIE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE FACE TWO OPTIONS: SIT HERE AND DIE OR CHANGE... FOUR MEN WITH MANY GOOD EXCUSES MAKE A DESCISION: WHY SIT HERE UNTIL WE DIE? 2 Kings 7:3 And there were ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    ...the Wisdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 2, 2020
     | 4,450 views

    Sermon based on Proverbs 1:1-7 - Encourages the hearers to be thankful for the everlasting wisdom of God

    “THANKFUL FOR THE WISDOM OF GOD” Proverbs 1:1-7 FBCF – 11/1/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – November – one of fave months of yr. Temps cooler. Leaves continue to change. Flannel shirts, jackets, hoodies, sweaters, fire pits. Get ready for the holidays. Since we are entering Nov., also going to enter a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist