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  • James May avatar

    One More River To Cross

    Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,749 views

    We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

    One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Seventh Sunday After Easter Series

    Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on May 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,171 views

    Jesus constantly prays for us in the Holy of Holies. We too can reciprocate by constantly praying to God.

    The Church today honors the sacred memory of the 318 great fathers who gathered in the city of Nicaea for the First Ecumenical Council. This occurred in the year 325 AD. One of the most important things that happened at that gathering was putting into exact terms the Christian belief in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "God Is With Us"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Jesus reaches out to us saying, “Don’t cry. It really will be alright,” and if we are willing-- if our eyes are open to God’s never ending presence among us, if we look for Him in the dim and mist of our confusion, hurt and pain--we will see that He is ri

    Luke 7:11-17 “God is with Us” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN What is it that you most dread in this upcoming week, month or year? Maybe it’s something that you know is going to happen, like a traumatic move to a new house, school, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Running With A Limp

    Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Sep 9, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,493 views

    4 Points on learning how to deal with the "Wilderness Seasons" of our lives. 1. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP A STEADFAST HEART WITHIN ME. 2. God leads us into seasons of growth and not gratification. 3. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP THE COURAGE OF A WARRIOR. 4

    Running with a Limp The Role of the Wilderness When Jesus comes into our lives, things sure do change don’t they? I recall when I was a new believer, I used to work out at the gym all the time, and there was one occasion when a I wanted to use a rowing machine and noticed a towel on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Caution: God Working Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Sep 15, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,339 views

    Is the idea that God is working just wishful thinking? What does that look like if he is?

    (Introduction) (Other ideas might be the pains of road construction: and the signs that say, “Completed in 2011 as promised) The grief of my grandfather’s loss was still fresh. His wife, my step grandmother, had passed away unexpectedly. She was alive and well as they went to bed. He awoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 26, 2012
     | 17,473 views

    In this sermon, we learn how to grow spiritually through our growing pains.

    Introduction: A. How many of you had growing pains when you were growing up? 1. I remember going to my mom as a little boy and I would describe some pain I was having in my leg or my side. 2. Usually, she would look it over, ask a few questions about it, then say, “Well, it’s probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Potter’s Hand Series

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Feb 5, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 20,482 views

    God – the Master Potter – knows how to take the mistakes of life and reform it into something beautiful.

    Text: Jeremiah 18:1-6 God doesn’t make mistakes. In 1502, in Florence, Italy there was a large block of marble given to a church in Santa Maria, the church immediately hired who they thought was a professional to sculpt this enormously huge piece of rock. The man was a professional and soon ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prayer And Worship Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011
     | 8,853 views

    Jesus Christ is never too late to provide healing, comfort, cleansing, peace, answers to impossible questions,

    A country boy went to visit a friend in New York City. It was about noon and they were downtown by Times Square in Manhattan. The streets were filled with people. Cars were honking their horns, sirens were wailing and the sounds of the city were almost deafening. The country boy said, “I hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Our Father Is Our Refuge

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,939 views

    He is our King our Lord he has total control of all life.

    OUR FATHER IS OUR REFUGE Psalm 91 1He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. 3Surely he shall deliver thee from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray - Part 3 - Prayer Walls Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 1, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,219 views

    Prayer is essential. Prayer is neglected. Why? Why spend the time and effort to pray?

    Pray Pt. 3 - Prayer Walls I. Introduction We have talked about how prayer reveals our intimacy levels. We are intimate with who we pray to, for and with reveals how "deep" you are in your walk with your Father and with. Then last week we discussed pattern. How many of you have been consciously ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Adrian Rogers avatar

    The Sweet Smell Of Victory

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Nov 18, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 46,577 views

    When you were born again, you were born to win. And God’s plan for you is perpetual victory.

    Introduction I want to talk to you today about victory. The title of the message: “The Sweet Smell of Victory.” Let me give you some good news—some good news: When you were born again, you were born to win. And, God’s plan for you is perpetual victory. Look in chapter 2, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    High Seas 2 - Paul Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,134 views

    Because we live on a fallen planet with other fallen human beings it is possible to find ourselves in the midst of a life shattering storm through no fault of our own. The effects of the fall visit themselves randomly upon the creation.

    Dakota Community Church July 10, 2011 High Seas 2 - Paul Luke 6:46-49 46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? 47 I will show you what he is like who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice. 48 He is like a man building a house, who dug ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Crossing The Jordan

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 22, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 28,072 views

    The crossing of the Jordan River reminded us of the need to have a heart to follow God, a faith to believe Him fully, and the courage to act on His Word. God will do His amazing works, very often, beyond what we can see or imagine.

    [The sermon thoughts here taken and adapted from Edmund Chan’s book Growing Deep in Faith] God has promised to give His people the land of Canaan and to guide them there. • It does not mean, however that the journey will be smooth and easy. In fact, the opposite is true - there are obstacles and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Who Are You Going To Call When You Need Help?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 25, 2011
    based on 18 ratings
     | 30,109 views

    When you just can’t do it your self and you need someone to give you a helping hand to make it through, who do you reach out to for help? You may feel like there is no one you can run to but I’ve got good news there is One you can run to.

    Who Are You Going To Call When You Need Help? Psalm 20:1-9 When trouble comes your way, to whom do you run to bail you out? When you have overwhelming needs, who do seek out to meet those needs? When you just can’t do it your self and you need someone to give you a helping hand to make it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    24/7 Protection From God - Psalms 91:5-6

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,984 views

    24/7 Protection From God - Psalms 91:5-6

    24/7 Protection From God - Psalms 91:5-6 Psalms 91:5 You need not fear any dangers at night or sudden attacks during the day Psalms 91:6 or the plagues that strike in the dark or the evils that kill in daylight. I. Night Protection From God II. Day Protection From God We are protected by God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal