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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Getting Along Together Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,565 views

    Jesus gives his followers rules for the community to live by. They are good rules as we strive to live our Christian lives together in ministry and fellowship

    Matthew 18:15-20 INTRODUCTION For the last several Sundays, we have been seeing examples of great faith and discussing how such faith applies to our lives today. In the story of Jesus beckoning Peter to walk on water, we learned that great faith involves getting out of the boat. The story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Poverty Is Better Than Dishonesty Series

    Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 31, 2017
     | 6,163 views

    Part 8 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

    "Whoever keeps the commandment keeps his life" (Prov. 19:16a). "Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord and he will repay him for his deed" (Prov. 19:17). "A poor man is better than a liar" (Prov. 19:22b). "The fear of the Lord leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Overthrows Wickedness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 22, 2025
     | 335 views

    God is a righteous judge who actively dismantles every form of wickedness, ensuring that justice is established and the righteous are vindicated.

    THE GOD WHO OVERTHROWS WICKEDNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 7:9 “Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end; but establish the just: for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.” (Psalm 7:9, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:21; Psalm 37:12-15; Isaiah 10:27; Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Can Your Church Work With Alcohol Effected Youth And Adults

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,289 views

    A look at our roles as ministers to the large number of people in our churches and societies that suffer from this phenomenon known as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effect and by the broader term Alcohol Related Neurological Birth Defects ARND.

    Can Your Church work with Alcohol Related Neurological Birth Defected Adolescents and Adults Dealing with Difficult People By: Bruce Landry I. What Are the Issues of Alcohol Related Birth Defects The issues that are relevant to children and adults who are born and are living daily with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unconquered Baby

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 19, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,177 views

    How the voice of God causes humble people to defeat the powerful enemies of the faith.

    The Unconquered Baby Rev. Sean Lester December 14, 2003 Matthew 2:1-23 Introduction A. There is cause for concern for those who follow the way of Jesus Christ because of the seemingly hostile turn our world has taken toward our faith. It has been reported that nativity scenes are disappearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pray First

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,064 views

    We are never stronger than when we bow our hearts and heads in prayer. It is to be our first option, not our last resort.

    PRAY FIRST 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 • For this month I have prayed that, collectively and individually, we might get a ‘FRESH START’ in our walk with God and His ministry for us. Even though I am a part of the older generation, I don’t want to be ‘stuck’ nor do I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship With God - Loyalty To The Truth - (Part 5 Of 5)

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Mar 30, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,900 views

    This message is the last of a series entitled, Increased Fellowship with God. John has shown us that as Christians we can have increased fellowship with God. This sermon I give 4 common lies the devil tells the church and non church goers.

    Title: Fellowship With God - Loyalty To The Truth Text: I John 2:18-28 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: Two men had an argument. To settle the matter, they went to a Sufi judge for arbitration. The plaintiff made his case. He was very eloquent and persuasive in his reasoning. When he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gossiping Tongue Series

    Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Mar 12, 2013
     | 10,299 views

    The sermon deals with the sin of gossip and slander.

    The Gossiping Tongue Central Christian Church Introduction: Series on taming the tongue! ---We all have our individual struggles when dealing with taming the tongue! ---Swearing, lying, boasting, gossip and slander, silent Ill: There were three preachers on a fishing trip –confess their ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Reality Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,850 views

    Part 3 in a study through the 199th Psalm

    Facing Reality Part 3 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: February 9, 2002 AM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119:17-24 Introduction One of the biggest problems with many today is that they have a hard time dealing with reality. The reality of the fact or truth that God can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Conditions For Answering Prayer

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,020 views

    Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done and find sweet relief.

    God’s Conditions for Answering Prayer Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done in, through and with your life. Hebrews 4:15-16 - "For we do not have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Unity We Please God

    Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 15, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,338 views

    “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me” Jn. 17:20

    Theme: Unity: In unity we please God Text: Ps. 133:1-3; Eph. 4:1-13; John 17:20-26 In John 17 Jesus presents the blueprints of His programme for the Church. The highlight was the unity of His disciples. Unity is a concept that is referred to throughout Scripture. It is not a concept conceived by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Blind Spots

    Contributed by John Vella on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,253 views

    Most of us have blind spots, presumptions, ideas and perceptions that we don’t even think about changing. These blind spots are major roadblocks in our spiritual journey.

    Seeds for Sowing, Vol. VI, Issue 2, No. 16 Fourth Sunday of Lent- Year A March 10, 2002 Readings: * 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13 * Ephesians 5:8-14 * John 9:1-41 Blind Spots Helen Keller Someone once asked Helen Keller, who had been blind since the age of nineteen months, if blindness were the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help Us Maintain A High Standard Of Ethics In A Compromising Culture?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,821 views

    What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1.

    What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1. Remember to follow the basic principles of solid ethical standards taught by Moses. "Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another." (Lev. 19: 11) 2. Let the Spirit of God help you develop a mature sense of ethics in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donovan Myers avatar

    Theology Of Work Series

    Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,024 views

    Work is a principle of creatioin and must be pursued as it has timless value.

    Series Title - “THE VALUE OF WORK” Sermon Title - “Towards a Theology of Work” Donovan W. Myers Rosemount Missionary Church For the most part, when we talk about work, it is with a sense of drudgery and even despair. For after all, it seems that a man’s work is never done. Many times it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Randy Bataanon avatar

    The Art Of Waiting For The Fulfillment Of God’s Plan

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 29, 2010
    based on 316 ratings
     | 38,186 views

    When our dream house, dream spouse, job promotion, healing or salvation of love ones were being delayed, do you know exactly how to wait?

    THE ART OF WAITING FOR THE FULFILLMENT OF GOD’S PLAN Reading: Hab 2:1 I will climb up into my watchtower now and wait to see what the LORD will say to me and how he will answer my complaint. Hab 2:2 Then the LORD said to me, "Write my answer in large, clear letters on a tablet, so that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational