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  • Christopher Arch avatar

    "lord, Teach Us To Pray"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 10, 2021
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    This is a message in a series I preached on prayer.

    Title: “Lord, Teach us to Pray” Script: Mt. 6:5-13 Type: Series on Prayers of the Bible Where: GNBC 7-11-21 Intro: I believe the great need in the American Post-Pandemic Church is prayer! Billy Graham once said, “Heaven is full of answers to prayer for which no one ever bothered to ask.” It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Problem With Karma

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 11, 2021
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    I read about a recent survey titled, The top 10 most seductive, unbiblical ideas embraced by American adults. Karma was one of them. It said 33% of those with a biblical worldview embraced this concept. That's a problem.

    THE PROBLEM WITH KARMA I read an article about a recent survey authored by George Barna, conducted by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University titled, The top 10 most seductive, unbiblical ideas embraced by American adults. Included in this list are some things I've seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Prays For The Believer

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 17, 2021
     | 3,018 views

    This is a message from a series on great prayers of the Bible.

    Title: “Jesus Prays for His Disciples” Script: John 17:9-26 Type: Series on Prayer Where: GNBC 7-18-21 Intro: Five Williams College students met in August of 1806, in a grove of trees near the Hoosack River, near what is today, Williamstown, MA, and debated the theology of missionary ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Ruler Called Peace Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 17, 2021
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     | 5,709 views

    Micah prophesied during the reigns of four kings. He probably wondered whether any administration would last. It was to this humble prophet that God sent a prophecy of the birthplace of a Ruler whose kingdom would never fade away.

    This morning, we’re going to examine a passage from the book of Micah that relates to the Christmas season; and I’ve entitled our message, “A Ruler Called Peace.” “Micah [prophesied] during the reigns of four kings in Israel and three kings in Judah. He probably wondered, as he watched the parade ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #45 A Blind Man Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 18, 2021
     | 6,227 views

    On His way to Jerusalem to go to Calvary, Jesus healed a blind man named Bartimaeus. This man illustrates for us the kind of faith we need to be saved.

    #45 A Blind Man Series: Mark Chuck Sligh July 18, 2021 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation are available for this sermon by request at chuckcsligh@gmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. Much of the conclusion for this sermon is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Show No Favoritism Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 19, 2021
     | 7,791 views

    In James 2:1-13, James tackles the age long problem of prejudice and favoritism. It is often a problem in the world and in the church. The solution to the problem is the Royal Law found in Scripture.

    Introduction: A. There’s story told about a Chicago bank that once asked for a letter of recommendation on a young Bostonian who was being considered for employment. 1. The Boston investment house where the young man worked could not say enough about the young man. 2. In their letter of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "9 Unimaginable Words That Should Guide Every Prayer"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 24, 2021
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     | 1,489 views

    This is a sermon I preached on the great prayers of the Bible.

    Title: “9 Unimaginable Words that Should Guide Every Prayer” Script: Mt. 26:36-46 Type: Series Where: GNBC 7-26-21 Intro: Shortly before his death as a martyr at the command of Spain’s Phillip II, the principal author of the Belgic Confession, Guido de Brès, wrote from prison the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "congratulations! It's A Savior!" Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 25, 2021
     | 3,795 views

    God continues to look for women and men like Mary and Joseph. People who will pursue obedience, whatever the cost. People who will trust God – even though the outcome seems unsure. God continues to raise up people for His purposes.

    When I first proposed doing this, I know that it struck a lot of you … well, probably all of you … as something odd … out of the ordinary. When it came time, you weren’t sure what to do. Do we put up our traditional Christmas decorations? And, again, I’m sure that you found my answer a bit odd … ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Spiritual Gifts- The Body Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021
     | 2,279 views

    A three-part sermon series exploring the spiritual gifts, what they are, and how we can use them today.

    Spiritual Gifts- The Body CCCAG June 13, 2021 Scripture- 1 Cor 12:12-26 Introduction- Today we're going to continue our series on the spiritual gifts in looking at how God uses them to bring the entire body of Christ together in unity through the diversity of the gifts that he gives us. One of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dependent Warrior

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021
     | 2,318 views

    Father's Day Message explaining the mindset men will need to have in these last days before the return of Jesus.

    Dependent Warrior CCCAG, Father’s Day 2021 Scripture: Joshua 1: 1-9 Introductions- What woman really want A while back, I was working a shift in the ER, and we had one of those rare moments where we had no patients. What made it even more unusual was that I was the only male working in the ER ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stand Firm Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,936 views

    Two-part series dealing with standing firm in the midst of evil's onslaught, and the tools God gives us to stand.

    Standing Firm CCCAG July 11, 2021 Scripture- Matt 24 1-14 Today I want to talk about some things that are going on in our world that will probably affect us in the near future. I have a social media friend who is a pastor in Roanoke VA who posted a story about the first transgender female to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    John Series Sermon 28 The Rejection Of Jesus' Claim John 5:40-47 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 29, 2022
     | 2,360 views

    Men reject Jesus’ claim to be “equal with God” (Jn. 5:18). Jesus gave six reasons for their rejection.

    (5:40–47) Introduction: men reject Jesus’ claim to be “equal with God” (Jn. 5:18). Jesus gave six reasons for their rejection. 1. People refuse to come to Christ (vv.40–41). 2. People do not love God (v.42). 3. People accept false messiahs (v.43). 4. People seek the approval and honor of mere men ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 5, 2022
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     | 6,077 views

    Pastor Dennis looks at God’s promised presence and rest to the children of Israel on their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land, and how that same presence and rest of God accompanies us on our journey through the wilderness of this world filled with desolation, trials, difficulties and an enemy.

    The Journey Exodus 33:14 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtPCqEgRAZo As Michaela and I were away the other week, I began to meditate upon this Scripture and the journey we are upon as God’s people. It’s a journey that leads us away from the bondage of the world and towards the promises ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    What We Believe About Salvation Series

    Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 6, 2022
     | 1,819 views

    Why are we saved? How are we saved? And for what reason are we saved?

    I have several items of good news and bad news for you today. I'll start with good news. The good news is I went to find some good news, bad news jokes to start my message and just decided to skip that part all together. They were all horrible and I knew y'all would appreciate me leaving ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Weathering The Storms Of Life

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 9, 2022
     | 6,987 views

    Their storm was weather related, our storms be the economic, pandemic, inflationary, gun violent, and social unrest. How can we weather the storms of life? What can we do? Look for God’s Presence, Listen for God's Promise, Experience God's Peace and Participate in God's Preservation.

    Subject: Weathering the Storms of Life Text: Acts 27:20-44 “The terrible storm raged for many days, blotting out the sun and the stars, until at last all hope was gone. 21 No one had eaten for a long time. Finally, Paul called the crew together and said, “Men, you should have listened to me in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist