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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Splendor Of Steadfastness

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 8,444 views

    Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. Based on the great apostle’s unshakeable faith we get an appreciation of the agony, fear, and conflicts he endured throughout his

    Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. Based on the great apostle’s unshakeable faith we get an appreciation of the agony, fear, and conflicts he endured throughout his 35 years in the ministry. Paul’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Victor's Crown Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 16, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,115 views

    Part 4 in a study of the book of James

    A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 4 “The Victor’s Crown” Date: September 15, 2002 P.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 1:12 Introduction Our text tonight begins with the word blessed; the actual word translation here would be “happy” or “fortunate”. This is the attitude ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preach The Word Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,373 views

    PAUL’S FINAL CHARGE TO HIS YOUNGER PROTÉGÉ: FULFILL YOUR MINISTRY BY PREACHING THE WORD (REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT THE MESSAGE IS POPULAR)

    BIG IDEA: PAUL’S FINAL CHARGE TO HIS YOUNGER PROTÉGÉ: FULFILL YOUR MINISTRY BY PREACHING THE WORD (REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT THE MESSAGE IS POPULAR) I. (:1) THE EYEWITNESSES OF THE CHARGE: PAY CLOSE ATTENTION! (Maintaining sound doctrine is serious business) A. The Seriousness of the Charge – ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    True Ministers Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,896 views

    Expository Sermon from 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 on the stewardship of the gospel entrusted to us.

    It was in Okinawa in WWII, a tremendous Japanese defense was located on Hem Hill. For 13 days Americans were penned at the base of Hem Hill and thousands had died. On the 13th day, a reconnaisance team of 6 men was sent to ascend Hem Hill. Within minutes, 5 of the men were dead, and 1 man, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God In The Middle Of Human Events

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 30, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,956 views

    During Memorial Day weekend, we celebrate the sacrifices of those who died that we might live in freedom and in peace. While remembering their accomplishments, we must also ask ourselves where is God in the history and human events?

    I Chronicles 29:10-20 “God in the Middle of Human Events” INTRODUCTION People often comment that they see God in numerous places in nature like a beach sunset, on a mountain top panorama, and the gently flowing water of a forest stream. It is more difficult for us to see God in history. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    What Is The One Thing In Life That Can Keep Me Going?

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,078 views

    Hope is the lever on the fulcrum of Christ that lifts the weight of the soul

    Rom 8:24 (Ill.) A number of years ago researchers performed an experiment to see the effect hope has on those undergoing hardship. Two sets of laboratory rats were placed in separate tubs of water. The researchers left one set in the water and found that within an hour they had all drowned. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wedding Sermon

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,476 views

    This is a wedding sermon that has quotes from William Willimon and Howard Hendricks on the importance of commitment and a "rite of passasge". the chief responsibility of the home is raise the children to be fruitful in home, church and society.

    In Jesus Name Wedding: What an exciting day! Family and Friends have come together to celebrate a major event in your lives. This day is a milestone marker in your journey through life. Many hours of work, planning by lots of people has enabled this to be a day of memory, memories to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Can Do All Things Through Christ Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 18,104 views

    The believer can overcome all of lifes dificulties through the power of Christ in them.

    I Can Do All Things Through Christ Introduction; Mary Groda’s story: "*Mary could not read and write. *Experts labeled her as mentally handicap *During her teenage years, Mary was sent to reformatory for 2 years *It was in this reformatory that Mary spent 16 hour days learning - By the time her 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Start Your Life With Faith Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Dec 26, 2004
    based on 124 ratings
     | 13,374 views

    Part 2 of FACING THE FUTURE! During this transition period, God gave Joshua the assurances in facing his future: 1. He was assured of complete victory; 2. He was assured of His power; 3. He was assured of His presence; 4. He was assured of His providenc

    START YOUR LIFE WITH FAITH Joshua 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION Many years ago, a man was hired an experienced guide to lead him on a hike into the Swiss Alps. After many hours, they came to a high and remote mountain pass. To the man’s dismayed, he saw the path had almost been washed out. What could he do? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Witnessing Through Circumstances

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,795 views

    WITNESSING THROUGH CIRCUMSTANCES

    WITNESSING THROUGH CIRCUMSTANCES ACTS:16:25 11/6/95 JER.8:20 THE HARVEST IS PAST, THE SUMMER IS ENDED AND WE ARE NOT SAVED. WITNESS: SOMEONE WHO IS CALLED UPON TO BE PRESENT AT A TRANSATION OR EVENT IN ORDER TO ATTEST TO WHAT TOOK PLACE. SOMEONE WHO HAS SEEN OR HEARD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    20 Benefits Derived From Praising God

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 74 ratings
     | 120,218 views

    What does praising God do for me?

    20 Benefits Derived from Praising God: Heb. 13:15 Introduction: Psalms 150:1-6, “Praise the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; Praise Him in His mighty firmament! Praise Him for His mighty acts; Praise Him according to His excellent greatness! Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet; Praise with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    A New Vision For A New Year

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,845 views

    Explains how everybody is important to God.

    A NEW VISION FOR A NEW YEAR Why are you here? Not at church today, that isn’t my question. My question is, “Why are you here? Why are you still on earth?” The Bible makes it quite clear that God loves you. We also know that Jesus has gone to prepare a place for us. He’s prepared a place in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Caring Prayer And Praying Care

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,362 views

    Holistic Healing within the Church.

    CARING PRAYER AND PRAYING CARE. James 5:13-20. In the previous verses (James 5:7-12), James exhorted us to patience. The writer mentioned the sufferings of the prophets as an example of endurance (James 5:10). However, patience need not be passive: it will also see us engaged in prayer. AN ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Cannot Be Mocked Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 20, 2014
     | 10,283 views

    God cannot be defeated but we lose when we allow other gods to win in our lives.

    We noted last week that no matter what happens in this world, God will always be God but He is always calling people back to Himself. God loves people and He disciplines those He loves! In 1 Samuel 4 we noted how God allowed the Philistines to defeat Israel, because He was trying to teach them a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bryan Beverly avatar

    "It's Tight, But It's Right"

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 24, 2014
     | 13,516 views

    This text reminds us that God sets the terms and conditions for a life with Him through Jesus Christ.

    “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. 14For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it. (Matthew 7:13-14) This text is part of a discourse by Jesus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist