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  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Righteous Rain Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,838 views

    Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? Why does He allow His followers to suffer?

    You’ve probably heard the questions asked before: -->If Denny’s restaurants are, as their slogan says, "always open," why do they have locks on their front doors? Why do those locks exist? -->What is the purpose of those two lines between your nose and lip (by the way, their anatomical name: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Crown Of Life Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,072 views

    Real life is promised when we have stood firm in the trials of life.

    JAMES 1:12 THE CROWN OF LIFE “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” It is difficult, some might even think it impossible, to expect that Christians can be steadfast in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Never Give Up Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 21,367 views

    In Hebrews 12:1–3. we see various aspects of the race, as they are compared to the faithful life in Christ. Christ calls us to 1) Race Freely (Hebrews 12:1), 2) Race Focused (Hebrews 12:2), and 3) Race to the Finish (Hebrews 12:3)

    In the ancient Isthmian games of Greece, a pedestal stood at the finish line, and on it hung a wreath—the winner’s prize. No one runs a race without some expectation of reward. The reward may be nothing more than a ribbon or a trophy or a wreath of leaves. It may be a prize worth a ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God’s Inescapable Love Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 25,906 views

    The Bible says we have enemies in this world. It is the world, the flesh and the devil. We have enemies, but who’s afraid of the big, bad world? The Bible talks about how our flesh needs to stay crucified.

    INTRODUCTION Today we finish this wonderful chapter I call the Himalayan Mountains of Biblical revelation. We have climbed to the pinnacle, the peak–Romans, 8:28–“For we know that God is working in all things for good to those who love him, those who are called according to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Kind And Comforting Words Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 18, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,227 views

    The oracle given in Zechariah 1:12-17 is expounded. These comforting words are applicable to God's people today. We sometimes wonder when God will intervene in our behalf just as the Jews did in our text.

    Have you ever been treated unjustly and wondered why God seemed to ignore the oppression? When Babylon conquered Israel in 586 BC, they were extremely cruel to the captive Jews. Those Jews were experiencing God’s correction in their lives. But the Babylonians went way beyond that. They exacted an ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Wilderness Season Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 10, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,305 views

    Psalms 13:1-2 " How long, O Lord, will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

    Psalm 13 captures David’s deep despondency and his struggle with God’s silence during a challenging period in the wilderness. This heartfelt lament reflects a profound sense of abandonment and a desperate plea for God’s intervention. David openly questions how long God will hide His face and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Construct Topical Messages - John 15:7

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,350 views

    Guidelines in Constructing a Topical Message - John 15:7

    Hints for Constructing Topical Sermons 1. Compare and contrast Biblical doctrinal truths to the topic. Study the great doctrines of the Bible with balance in your theological perspective. For instance help people see that Calvinists and Arminianists have different views on various theological ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    James 6 Right Attitudes Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 28, 2018
     | 8,774 views

    We put faith in action when we approach life with a right attitude about God’s will, life and work. The other truth I see in our texts today is where we live matters to God too and all this seems rooted in our attitude with God.

    Series: James – Let’s do it! Thesis of Book: The message of the book is “Let’s do it – live the faith – put it into action! The half-brother of Jesus is speaking to the scattered Jewish Christians across the nations – they were scattered right after Stephen was killed. James tells these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Be Content (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 6, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,948 views

    To establish we must learn: to be content in all life’s situations; to genuinely commend others for their communications (financial support); and, to be contingent (dependent) upon God’s supplying all of our needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Learning to be Content Remarks. 1. This is the first lesson, in this sermon-series theme: "Learning to be Content.” The apostle Paul now in prison, in the city of Rome: imprisoned for his work in Christ among the Gentiles. We will consider the blessings of contentment, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Become Mature In Christ Like Love – I Cor. 13

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 3, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,618 views

    How to Become Mature in Christ like Love – I Cor. 13 & Eph. 4:15

    How to Become Mature in Christ like Love – I Cor. 13 Eph. 4:15 – Speaking the truth in love let us grow up in all aspects into Christ. We live in a world that subtly influences our assumptions and perspectives about love. Recognize that we have to overcome the world’s way of thinking about love. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Happy Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 10, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,226 views

    The church of Jesus Christ needs to be filled with therapists who dispense laughter and happiness to all they come in contact with.

    Be Happy- part 1 Thesis: The church of Jesus Christ needs to be filled with therapists who dispense laughter and happiness to all they come in contact with. Introduction: Today is Palm Sunday and Scripture describes for us what happened that day when Jesus rode into Jerusalem Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jack Brown avatar

    May The Force Be With You Series

    Contributed by Jack Brown on Aug 7, 2002
    based on 33 ratings
     | 18,633 views

    Part two of the "Holding Out for a Hero" series, examining the story of David and Goliath and asking "What are the giants we face and how do find victory instead of defeat?"

    HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO “May the Force Be With You” Wouldn’t it be great to have super powers? Wouldn’t you like to wake up one morning to find you had, in the words of the old Superman TV show… “powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men?” To be faster than a speeding bullet… More ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Life Is Like A Baseball Game

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 21,481 views

    The Cal Ripken Jr. World Series of baseball has invaded Mattoon, IL, and life is somewhat similar to a baseball game.

    LIFE IS LIKE A BASEBALL GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- In the popular 1994 movie "Forrest Gump," Forrest with an IQ of 74 said, "Mama ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Johnny Small avatar

    Sanctity Of Human Life Series

    Contributed by Johnny Small on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 420 ratings
     | 26,496 views

    2nd in series of Taking Up Your Cross in Today’s World. Is human life important to you? Sunday Evening January 20, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church

    SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE 2nd in series of Taking up Your Cross in Today’s World On September 11, 2001 evil doers killed over 4,000 people. They were future leaders of this nation, doctors who could have saved many, scientist who may have found a cure for cancer, evangelist who may have lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    The Pure In Heart Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Mar 28, 2004
    based on 70 ratings
     | 21,492 views

    The Beatitudes: Building Blocks to Be Like Jesus #6

    ✎ Your heart will have beat an average of 122,400 times every day. None of us want our heart to ask for a vacation or take a day off; we don’t even want to give it a short “coffee break” to skip a few beats. Doctors understand the heart is critically important to our physical well-being; it ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God