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  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    You Can Be One Too…

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 20, 2008
     | 2,461 views

    Importance of a name - it identifies and says something about us.

    You can be one too… Acts 9:26-28 With all the advertising that we have seen with the election I am reminded about the continuous flow of messages that we are exposed to every day. The candidates for offices and the big companies want people to see or hear the name and think of something. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Our Faithful God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 384 ratings
     | 141,505 views

    Here’s a simple definition: “God’s faithfulness means that everything He says and does is certain.” He is 100% reliable, 100% of the time. He does not fail, forget, falter, change, or disappoint. He says what He means and means what He says ­ and there

    Our Faithful God In the country of Armenia, in 1988, Samuel and Danielle sent their young son, Armand, off to school. Samuel squatted before his son and looked him in the eye. “Have a good day at school, and remember, no matter what, I’ll always be there for you.” They hugged and the boy ran off ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Devoted Life"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 10, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,812 views

    Four Things the Bible says we should be devoted to

    “The Devoted Life” September 12, 2010 “Now devote your heart and soul to seeking the LORD your God.” 1 Chronicles 22:19 Lance Armstrong is a phenomenal cyclist who has won the Tour De France for a record seven consecutive times, and that was after having survived ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Salvation By Grace Vs. Good Works

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,071 views

    Some might say that there is a conflict that exists in the doctrine of faith, because it says in one place, “Believe, and thou shalt be saved,” and in another place it says, “Ye must be born again.” But both of these things are equally true: the Holy Spi

    2-25-2003 Tom Lowe Salvation by Grace vs. Good Works Text: "Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Manning avatar

    Mouth To Mouth Manipulation

    Contributed by Chris Manning on Oct 15, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,237 views

    What we say can have a lasting effect on who we are saying it too. The art of communication is just as deadly as the art of war.

    Matthew 22:15 KJV Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk. In the coral reefs of the Caribbean, live a small fish know as the Kissing Fish. It only grows to about two to three inches long. It is mostly known because of its quickness and the fact that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Don't Make Me Laugh

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,815 views

    Psalm 2 says that God laughs. What does it mean to say that God laughs? Does he laugh at us? When and why?

    Everybody enjoys a good laugh. A person who does not like to laugh is indeed in the pit of depression. Laughter is an universal language. Everyone understands a laugh. It is universal because it knows no international boundaries. From the burning desert of the Sahara to the frigid wastes of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Things My Mother Said

    Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 1, 2005
    based on 80 ratings
     | 10,474 views

    Our moms pass on some pretty valuable insights both in what they say, and in hwat lies behind some of their most common sayings.

    "Things My Mother Said" Prov. 1:8-9 (6:20-23) Listen my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. . . . Intro: I read of a California mother of 10 with the 11th child on the way. One day her 3 year old son was making even the simplest chores difficult to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    God's Word To The Rich Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 24, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,618 views

    God's word has much to say about being "wealthy." This message reminds us about 'some' of what God has to say.

    God’s Word to the Rich James 5:1-6 * Believe it or not, it is not a sin to be rich. However, we need to recognize two truths; First, when compared to this world we are ‘rich’ and next, because scripture has so much to say on the subject, we need to pay attention to this text. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Angry, But Do Not Sin

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 1, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 28,954 views

    God is saying that there is love that is good, & that there is love that is not good. In the same way, He also says that there is anger that is acceptable, & anger that is not acceptable.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL: In his communion meditations, Hank often mentions church signs & what they say. Well, here is another one that I think is worth mentioning: "Anger is just one letter short of being danger." A. Anger can be dangerous, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    That One Should Die For The Nation

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 23, 2021
     | 1,336 views

    God uses even evil people to speak for Him, even if what they say isn't what they intended by saying it.

    That One Should Die for the Nation: An Exposition of John 11:45-54 Jesus had just done a great miracle by raising Lazarus from the dead. You would think all of Israel would rejoice that Mary and Martha’s beloved brother had been restored to them from the dead. And some did rejoice. Others believed ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Cohabitation Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 1, 2021
     | 3,168 views

    This is the second message in the series that looks at what Christians say about issues and then compares them to what God says about them in scripture.

    Would you please open your bibles to John 5:30? Jesus says “I can of mine own self do nothing: as I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just because I seek not mine own will, but the will of the Father which hath sent me.” Now turn to Ephesians 5:1. Paul writes “Be ye therefore followers of God, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Three "As" Of Servanthood

    Contributed by Jack Warford on Mar 29, 2001
    based on 139 ratings
     | 4,045 views

    We say Jesus is our Savior, but is He our Lord?

    The three “As” of Servanthood: Jesus has AWARDED all of us talents. There is always an opportunity of ADVANCEMENT with Jesus. We can expect some level of ANXIETY associated with Servanthood. When we take on the mantle of Servanthood it requires discipline. Theme: Jesus wants all of us to use the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Antonio Silveira avatar

    How To Overcome Being Easily Offended

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on May 21, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 57,497 views

    The Bible has a lot to say about offences. In Matthew 24:10 Jesus says one of the signs of the last days would be in the fact that many would be offended.

    The Bible has a lot to say about offences. In Matthew 24:10 Jesus says one of the signs of the last days would be in the fact that many would be offended. Matthew 24:10 (Amplified Bible) 10And then many will be offended and repelled and will begin to distrust and desert [Him Whom they ought to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    Offended By Jesus Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 28, 2024
     | 1,322 views

    I want to answer one question this morning: How Do You Know if You are a Genuine Believer?

    Can you remember a time when you were truly offended? I’ll be 53 later this year, and I was recently asked if I’d like the “senior discount” at a nearby restaurant. After I noted all my grey hair, the waitress really recovered well when she said, “Well, you don’t have wrinkles on your face.” Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divorce And Remarriage Series

    Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,822 views

    This sermon reveals what the Bible says about divorce and remarriage.

    Divorce and Remarriage Divorce: doesn’t it hurt just to say it? We cringe from the hurt and pain divorce always brings. Many people listening have been divorced or have parents who have divorced or children who have divorced. Divorce hurts deeply and its impact never completely goes away. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free