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  • Thomas Swope avatar

    For Want Of A Counselor

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 4, 2018
     | 5,579 views

    A study in the book of I Kings 12: 1 – 33

    I Kings 12: 1 – 33 For want of a counselor 12 And Rehoboam went to Shechem, for all Israel had gone to Shechem to make him king. 2 So it happened, when Jeroboam the son of Nebat heard it (he was still in Egypt, for he had fled from the presence of King Solomon and had been dwelling in Egypt), 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Come To Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,227 views

    This message is about linking ourselves to Jesus - taking on His "yoke" which is easier than carrying our own.

    Come To Jesus Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30; 27:32; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:26 I want to share a couple of songs with you that I learned as a child growing up in a small country church in middle Tennessee. At the close of the services we would give the invitation for discipleship for those in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blood That Ran Part 3: By His Stripes A Cross Is Won Series

    Contributed by Randy West on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 6,655 views

    There are 7 times that Jesus Bled for you and I...

    The Blood that Ran… Part 3-By His stripes a crown is won Text: 1 Kings 22:35 (basis scripture) Text: Isaiah 53:5, John 18:38-40 9:1-3 Intro: (refresh the congregation as to the first 3 times Jesus bleed) Now we find ourselves to a place where Jesus is being brought before Pilate. He is brought ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Invitation To Come And Rest Series

    Contributed by Brent Charles on Oct 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,868 views

    A salvation message to rest in Christ Jesus our Lord.

    A Closer Walk with Thee Meditations on Christian Doctrine Salvation ____________ The Invitation Matthew11 NKJV Read Matthew 11:1-25 for context I. The revelation of the invitation – Matthew 11:25 A. 25 xAt that time Jesus answered and said, “I thank You, Father, Lord of heaven and ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Ashes

    Contributed by James May on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,374 views

    This message was pertaining to the dedication of our New building. It is adaptable to any format. God has given us beauty for ashes.

    Ashes Church Dedication Message Sunday, July 15, 2007 – 2 PM By Pastor Jim May Isaiah 61:1-4, "The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Richard Bell avatar

    Lessons Learned On Life's Battlefield Series

    Contributed by Richard Bell on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 250 ratings
     | 23,084 views

    If the Christian is to be victorious on the battlefield of life, our faith and the prayerful support of fellow believers is is necessary.

    LESSONS LEARNED ON LIFE’S BATTLEFIELD Exodus 17:8-16 INTRODUCTION: There are times when the walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this final installment in the Life’s Lessons series I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come Unto Me

    Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 24, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,781 views

    This message explains how we should come to Jesus.

    Come Unto Me Sunday, November 24, 2002 (PM) Text: Proverbs 13:15; Matthew 11:28-30 Introduction: Often times in our walk with God we become tired, burdened down and heavy laden. But we must remember that in our walk with Jesus when these times come, and they will come, that turning our back on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Of Invitation Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,154 views

    Jesus invitation goes out to everyone, and all who respond to it will be saved.

    A Messiah of Invitation Text: Matthew 11:25-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: How do you feel about people? A pastor arranged for a gathering of the women’s auxiliary. It was to be a garden party on the church lawn, under the old oak. At the last moment, the morning of the party, Mrs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Finding Rest When You’re Fully Stressed

    Contributed by Michael Cariño on Jan 4, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 71,361 views

    Big Idea: You can gain a life of rest when you give God the rest of your life.

    Finding Rest When You’re Fully Stressed Matthew 11:28-30 Do you sometimes feel that life happens too fast and that you are always in a hurry? Do you feel overwhelmed with the demands and pressures of life? Do you feel exhausted? Have you lost your sense of excitement about living every day? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Ready For Some Rest?

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000
    based on 179 ratings
     | 9,613 views

    Jesus has great news for weary people

    Americans are tired people. Hectic schedules have many folks going to bed late and getting up early, and surveys show that most people in our country simply don't get enough sleep. A recent newspaper article reported some companies are encouraging employees to take naps during the lunch hour, even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When We Need To Get Away From It All Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 434 ratings
     | 49,192 views

    Third sermon in the series, "Reality Prayer - How to Ask So God Will Answer".

    We all want a place to go when we’re stressed or sad, tired or lonely, fearful or tempted, disappointed or discouraged - a place where we can unload our burdens and get some relief. When we feel insecure and inadequate we need a refuge - a shelter. We need a retreat. Prayer can transport us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dunn avatar

    Spare The Emerods

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 24, 2025
     | 48 views

    God’s mercy sometimes arrives as discomfort; pain can become grace when it turns us from pride to reverence before His holy presence.

    1. When triumph turns tender The Philistines thought they had finally beaten Israel’s God. They carried the Ark of the Covenant into the coastal plain like a trophy from a conquered foe. The Ark—God’s throne on earth, the sign of His covenant—was now sitting in the temple of Dagon, the half-fish, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    One For The Road

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 16, 2025
     | 170 views

    God meets us when the journey is too long and provides grace for every step, but His grace is never permission to remain the same; it is power to move forward in joyful obedience.

    Introduction – When the Trip Feels Too Far Have you ever started on a trip and realized part way through that you just didn’t plan for how long or how hard it would be? Maybe you packed light for a hike and then found the trail twice as steep as the guidebook said. Maybe you took a family ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Rest For The Weary

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 164 ratings
     | 24,548 views

    Sometimes we can do all the right things as Christians and still be at the end of our rope. In this sermon I will encourage both believers and unbelievers to seek rest in Christ.

    “Rest For The Weary” Matthew 11:28 INTRODUCTION: Open in Prayer ILLUSTRATION: Think back with me if you will to a time when you were about 6 yrs. Old. Can you remember playing all day, not a worry in the world? Can you remember the feeling of your pillow at the end of the day? You just had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Be Still And Know

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 20, 2009
    based on 75 ratings
     | 29,068 views

    Even as Christians, we can find ourselves struggling against God at times. We need to stop and consider. It is far better to travel with the current than against it.

    Be Still and Know Griffith Baptist Church – 2/22/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 46 Key verse: Psalms 46:10 - Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Premise: Even as Christians, we can find ourselves struggling against God at times. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist