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  • Jimmy Haile avatar

    I Wonder

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,905 views

    We know that God uses us when our attitude is right and He use us when our motives are right but thank God, that He uses us even when our attitude isn’t right, or our motives aren’t right!

    Luke 22:7-10-Then came the Day of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover must be killed. And He sent Peter and John, saying, “Go and prepare the Passover for us, that we may eat.” So they said to Him, “Where do You want us to prepare?” And He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reluctant Disciples

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on May 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,811 views

    To be a true disciple we must be willing to follow the lamb where ever he may go. The question you should ask is how far will you go?

    #1) Count the Cost Rev 14:4 These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the first fruits unto God and to the Lamb. I think as Christians we would all like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Giving Overflows From God's Grace

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 15,816 views

    Is giving for the Lord’s work a struggle? Take to heart what Paul says as he points us to God’s grace in Christ and changes the way we think about giving. Parts: A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord. B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart

    Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, 13, 14 Theme: Our Giving Overflows from God’s Grace A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart Season: Pentecost 6b Date: July 12, 2009 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Running The Race

    Contributed by Efrain Perez on Oct 9, 2011
     | 5,555 views

    On that day the King of kings & the Lord of lords, the righteous Judge will award us the crown of righteousness. You can stack up all the awards & all the ceremonies in this world, none can compare to the Father's house. Well done good & faithful servant.

    Running the race Striving for the Prize 1Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. • In order to get in a race we need to prepare, use an example of a runner • Races are challenging, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The Ermine Series

    Contributed by David Swanger on Feb 13, 2013
     | 8,133 views

    While we tend to focus on the purity of such things as food, water, and air, we would be wise to focus more intently on the purity of heart that Jesus speaks of here. A purity if not possessed will prevent us from seeing God both now and eternally.

    Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. The ermine is a short-tailed weasel that has the unique feature of having its fur change to a snow-white color in the win¬ter. God created this animal with this feature to protect it from others. The ermine instinctively protects his white coat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Prayer Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009
     | 5,000 views

    The prayer of Jesus

    Jesus prayer John 17 It’s good to know that God is always there looking out for us. A little boy once prayed, "Dear God, I hope you’ll take good care of yourself because if anything should happen to you, we’d be in an awful fix." I heard a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Religion Gone Bad

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 12, 2012
     | 6,449 views

    Religion goes bad when our lives are not marked by genuine humility and heartfelt generosity.

    Title: Religion Gone Bad Text: Mark 12:38-44 Thesis: Religion goes bad when God is not the object of our devotion. Introduction (Disclaimer… this introduction may not be for the faint of heart.) I am fascinated by some of the reality programming on the Discovery Channel. One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Semore avatar

    Gideon - The Mighty Man Of Valor - Part 1 Of A Series Series

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Jul 31, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 26,546 views

    A seven part series on Gideon starting with the condition and crisis of Israel in it's backslidden state, the selection of Gideon, the process of his development and finally his overcoming victory and destruction of the enemy.

    Gideon - The Mighty Man of Valor Part 1 of a Series Intro: I love to preach Series. You know, where you teach on a thought or topic for several weeks in a row. One of my favorite Old Testament guys is Gideon. With that being said, today we will begin a series of sermons about the life and times ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Challenges Require Decisions/Actions Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 6, 2020
     | 2,914 views

    Because we sin and the world sins, there will always be challenges in life and so today, tomorrow, this week, this month, this new year, let us commit to making decisions and actions with pure hearts and motives for the Lord!

    Before we worship with Communion and remember the love of God through Jesus Christ, let us worship God by listening to Him… please open your Bibles to Judges 9……… Let us remind ourselves of what happened at the end of Judges …. Judges 8:28-35….. Gideon (Jerub-Baal) led Israel back to God and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Praise God? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 11, 2019
     | 3,807 views

    Why should we praise god and how often should we be doing it?

    Last week we learned about Godly Leader/Judge Deborah, Israel’s Army Commander Barak, and a special woman Jael who decided to take the life of an evil person Sisera who was the commander of the Army who went against Israel. Today we will read the praises to God of Deborah and Barak. Open your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    The Gospel Misunderstood Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,355 views

    The Gospel that saves us from work saves us to work

    The Gospel Misunderstood Ephesians 2: 8-10 (p 827) Feb. 19, 2012 INTRODUCTION: Here’s the premise of today’s message… “The gospel that saves us from work saves us to work.” Folks, if we want to see the people of God unleashed…really set free to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Parking! Keep Moving!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 25, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 50,195 views

    Where have you parked your life? Illegal parking brings with it certain penalties such as tickets, towing, charges and fines. As disciples of Christ we need to be aware of where we have a tendency to park spiritually

    All drivers at some time or other experienced the lovely frustration of driving around trying to find a parking spot. Sometimes you need to park in order to transact whatever business or appointment is pending. Sometimes you just park! Our life as believers and disciples of Christ is viewed as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Must Know The Entreator Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 7, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,274 views

    Do you really know yourself and why you are speading the message?

    You must also know the entreater. While it is ultimately the work of the Holy Spirit to get people to listen and respond. We are the package for the message. This is why prosperity preachers must wear expensive suits, Rolexs and have jets and multi-million dollar homes. For them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    21. Other Mosaic Covenant Questions Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,683 views

    Dietary Laws and Misconceptions about Sacrifices

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 21 – OTHER MOSAIC COVENANT QUESTIONS] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Parable Of Talents Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,537 views

    Each servant was motivated to serve in their own way because of their perception of their master and was rewarded accordingly. What can we learn about our relationship with God from this parable?

    This sermon was preached by our Family Minister, Scott Jewell, as a part of our Youth Sunday. It was preceded by a series of short skits that portrayed a modernized version of the Parable of Talents. The compiled video of the skits can be found at the following link: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ