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  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Mother Appreciation

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,045 views

    Motherhood is one of the most influential, powerful truths in the universe. When all is said and done, when we stand in eternity. If your a Christian, it is very likely, it was the prayer of your mother that touched the heart of God, that moved Him to grant favor in your life.

    Title: Mother Appreciation Theme: Enjoying God's Gift To Children Topic: A Compilation of Short Truths - That Warms the Heart Introduction: Today, let us just do something appreciative, something truthful and intriguing to the heart in regard to the value of a mother. Proposition: I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Just One Thing

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 2, 2014
    based on 41 ratings
     | 54,710 views

    Curly: Do you know what the secret of life is? [holds up 1 finger] This. Mitch: Your finger? Curly: One thing. Just one thing. You stick to that and the rest don't mean squat. Mitch: But, what is the "one thing?" Curly: That's what You need to find out. Updated July 2025.

    There are only a few people ... that are proficient ....in doing more than one thing ... at a time. And it is a proven fact ... that women ... are far better at multi-tasking...... then those ....in that other group. (Pause) In fact, ... most people ....... never become proficient ... in more ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Words

    Contributed by Bill Walker on Nov 1, 2016
     | 6,672 views

    Gaining inspiration and courage from the words of Jesus on the cross. In our world of darkness, Jesus calls us to be light-bearers. It is through our trials and disappointments that we are enabled to step in among those who are struggling and hurting.

    WORDS Luke 23:34 You are leaving the church building and walking to your car in the parking lot. Adults are visiting and children are laughing and playing as you and your family walk by. Then suddenly you hear shots ring out and you see three, four, and five … maybe six people drop to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Weary - Yet Pursing

    Contributed by Ray Swift on Jul 12, 2022
     | 2,772 views

    In a time in which things seem to be overwhelming and discouraging, by being obedient to God and His purpose for our lives we can keep pursing.

    FB. Vidalia July 10, 2022 Sunday AM Weary -- Yet Pursuing! Judges 8:4 Intro.: Good morning FB, Vidalia. Great to be back and worship with you here in the summer. My wife Diana and Son Tyler and his girl friend Kelly are all with me as well. Open your copy of God’s inspired and holy word to Judges ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    On The Way To The Crucifixion Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2023
     | 2,379 views

    On the way to the cross the women of Jerusalem weep over His alarming & appalling judgment. Jesus advises them to turn their anguish for Him into mourning for themselves. Such sever rejection of the beloved Son of God puts an individual or society on a course that brings its own judgment.

    LUKE 23: 26-31 [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] ON THE WAY TO THE CRUCIFIXION [Zech 12:10-14; Luke 19:41–44; 21:20–24; Rev. 6:15–17] In the next episode on Jesus’ last day, we reach the actual events surrounding the crucifixion. The crucifixion account consists of three parts: the journey to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Balaam Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,760 views

    Once upon a time...... A man had a talking donkey.

    August 20, 2022 Israel had been in the desert for nearly 40 years. There had been ups, but mostly there had been downs, due to the people’s persistent whining and rebellion. Recently they had had several military victories and were now camped on the plains of Moab opposite the river Jordan ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Why The Bible? Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 3, 2024
     | 1,087 views

    A look into the fall and the need for the redemption of humanity. Why we have God's word.

    So why the Bible? Series Deep Dive. The purpose of the Bible is to encourage all of humanity to have a right relationship with God and one another. The writing of Bible was inspired by God to inform us of the need for repentance and redemption. God wants us to be justified to be in close ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Humility Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,501 views

    Humility is much deeper than thinking low of yourself. Humility is about how we treat others.

    Humility Jeffery Anselmi / General Core 52 / Humility / Philippians 2:5–8 Humility is much deeper than thinking low of yourself. Humility is about how we treat others. INTRODUCTION - What does the world around us value in people? - Should what the world values matter to the followers of Jesus? - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pleasing God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 985 views

    This sermon explores the profound importance of faith as the foundation of our Christian lives, enabling us to please God and overcome life's challenges.

    Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we are knit together by a common thread, a shared hope, a mutual faith. We are a tapestry of believers, each of us a unique strand, yet woven together in the loom of God's love. We are here to seek, to learn, and to grow in our understanding of ...read more

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    The Law And Disbelief Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 25, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,714 views

    The law is important in making us aware of our sin but Jesus is greater than the law.

    Hebrews: Chapter 3 September 14, 2008 The Law and Disbelief I want to start off this morning with a little interaction. What I want to know is who are your heroes? Who are those people you really look up to? Who are those people you really respect? Anyone willing to share with us one of their ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Lesson's From Laodicea Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,394 views

    Teaching about the last church mentioned in Revelation 3.

    Lessons from Laodicea The Seven Churches of Revelation CCCAG 8-20-23 -Scripture- Revelation 3:14-22 Introduction- Today we are tackling the last church in our Seven Churches of Revelation series. When I was praying about doing this series, todays church is the one I didn’t want to have to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Win The Day - Kiss The Wave Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 958 views

    This sermon explores the concept of taking the first step of faith, using the story of Nahshon from the Exodus, who courageously led the Israelites forward even when there seemed to be no way.

    There is a legend in Judaism about a man named Nahshon. He only gets one begat in the Bible. Of course, that’s one more than you and me! He is the great-great-great-grandfather of King David. He disappears almost as soon as he makes his debut, but Nahshon is credited with saving the nation of ...read more

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    Sermon Series: Win The Day

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    When Bad Things Happen To Good People Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 23, 2003
    based on 101 ratings
     | 21,863 views

    In a world of injustice, it is appropriate to pray a prayer of anguish; God gives us memories of His grace to sustain when He seems absent, and may force us to rock bottom so that we can heal fully.

    There is very little justice in the world. But that’s old news. People have felt from time immemorial that they were not being treated fairly. Just about everybody thinks that they deserve a better deal than they’re getting. There is very little justice in the world. But that’s old news. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accept, Expect, Endure, Embrace

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,007 views

    To walk in joy with must do four things. Accept where we are at in life. Expect a better life ahead. Endure hardships. Embrace our circumstances.

    Yesterday marked two anniversaries. Debbie and I have been married for 34 years. And I have been your pastor for 5 years. About one half of you were attending when Chris was pastor. The first month I became senior pastor, we had a role of 32 people with $3457 in the bank. Most of those were Pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A New You For A New Year

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 25,068 views

    A New Years Message

    INTRODUCTION I am the new year. I am an unspoiled page in your book of time. I am your next chance at the art of living. I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned about life during the last twelve months. All that you sought and didn’t find is hidden in me, waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ