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  • Grant Adams avatar

    A Bible Look At Chastisment

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 14, 2019
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    Sometimes we need to stop and reevaluate our thoughts on spiritual things. Many times, I get the wrong idea of what God is trying to do in my life.

    Sometimes we need to stop and reevaluate our thoughts on spiritual things. Many times, I get the wrong idea of what God is trying to do in my life. Sometimes we listen to others and let them tell us what God is trying to do and they know less about it than we do. We should always trust God and know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Free Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 11, 2019
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    The theme for this stewardship emphasis is "Live Courageously." This week's topic is "Live Free." What do I own, and what owns me? Sometimes the things we possess can end up dominating our thoughts and pursuits.

    November 10, 2019 Stewardship Week Two Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 19:1-10; Hebrews 12:1-3, 12-13 Live Free Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Athletic wear and gear have become extremely aerodynamic and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Does God Make Good All Bad Life Experiences? A Deep Exegesis Of Romans 8:28.

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 19, 2019
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    It seems very clear from both the Bible and life itself that everything does not work together for good just because a person loves God. Many evil things happen to those who love God.

    I am a cancer survivor and struggled with the threat of it returning for years. My late wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness just before our marriage and given seven years to live. Her numerous health challenges permeated every minute detail of our lives and finances for over three decades. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keep Your Eyes On Jesus

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 15, 2018
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    Keep your eyes on Jesus - Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE; Look at the winners (vs 1a) Look at yourself (vs 1b) Look at Jesus Christ (vs 2-4) Look at your status (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • I showed you two film clips earlier on in the service; • From the film 1981 British historical drama ‘Chariots of Fire’. • Chariots of Fire: ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Assurance Explained Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 13, 2024
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    This exposition of Romans 4:16 celebrates the assurance of salvation by grace while encouraging believers to continue in the faith.

    Intro In Romans 4, Paul uses Abraham as a model for how to be saved. He makes this statement in verse 13: “For the promise that he would be the heir of the world was not to Abraham or to his seed through the law, but through the righteousness of faith.”i The promise of being heir of the world is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Richard Tow avatar

    One Saved, Always Saved? Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
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    This message wrestles with some apparent contradictions in Scripture about whether a Christian can lose his or her salvation.

    Hebrews 10:26-31 5-1-16 Intro One saved, always saved? Is that true or can a Christian lose his salvation? If so, how and when does that happen? This is one of the most common questions that people ask me about Scripture. I do not give a quick yes or no answer: first, because there is a lot you ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    No Condemnation

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
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    Believers need to be established in the grace of God in order to live a stable Christian life. Pastor shares his observations from being in a legalistic church; then gives biblical teaching on the freedom Christians have from condemnation because of what

    Romans 8:1 11/6/16 Our text is Romans 8:1 1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (NIV).i In 1962 I received the Lord at an old fashion Pentecostal church. Those leading that congregation knew how to invite the Lord’s presence into a service. I am so grateful ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Refiner's Fire

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 18, 2017
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    The prophet Malachi wrote that the Lord would send his messenger of the covenant, and asks, "who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap." What is the answer to Malachi's question?

    THE REFINER’S FIRE Malachi 3:1-6 I. Introduction – Malachi says that at his appearing Jesus will be like a refiner’s fire, or launderer’s soap. The Israelites had a question, not unlike a question we might ask. Our main text is in answer to a question from the Israelites: Mal 2:17 - You have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hebrews- Part 12- " That's Threee" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Oct 3, 2016
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    Part 12 of our Hebrews series

    Hebrews – Encouragement for a life of faith Part 12 “That’s three” Bring kids us and give them play-do Ask them to make something – animals, people etc… Talk about molding the clay The topic of today’s message as we continue with our study of Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    God's Enduring Love

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 1, 2017
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    Message uses God's dealings with Israel to teach about the love of God.

    God’s Enduring Love Jeremiah 31:3-4 Richard Tow 8/21/16 Intro Our text this morning is Jer. 31:3-4. “The LORD has appeared of old to me, saying: ‘Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you. 4 Again I will build you, and you shall be rebuilt, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Discipline Factor Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018
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     | 7,535 views

    11th message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our loving Father. This message explores the truth that because God loves us, He also discipliness us for our good.

    “The Discipline Factor” (The Fatherhood of God Pt 11) I. The Likeness Factor We manifest Dad’s impeccable genes. II. The Unconditional Love & Acceptance factor We rest in dad's incomprehensible love. III. The Protection and Security Factor We stand secure in dad's ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Discipline Of God Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018
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    Message 2 in our Jonah series focusing on God's discipline of Jonah's refusal to obey the call.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch Jonah Series #2 “God disciplined Jonah” Review Jonah teaches us both about God and ourselves. We learn about the love of God, the sovereignty of God, the forgiveness of God, the persistence of God. God’s name appears 32 times in 4 short chapters. We learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Disciplined Life Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018
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    Message 25 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message continues thought stirred by Paul's challenge to limit our freedom for the sake of the gospel.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Disciplined Life” Review Essential perspectives for the New Year. 1. Life is not what it seems or feels Daniel thought that God had ignored his prayer. Zachariah and Elizabeth had resigned themselves to the fact that God said, “NO!” to their request ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Our Fathers' Chastening

    Contributed by Stan Szelkowski on Jun 16, 2016
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    A Father's Day message in which we discover the blessing of our Heavenly Father's (and earthly father's) "chastening" or discipline. (This sermon is in "outline form." You will need to reformat the layout because of the way it appears on this site.)

    Our Fathers’ Chastening June 19, 2016 - When I was growing up, I could ALWAYS count on my parents to discipline me when I needed it, because they loved me > If my parents disciplined me because they loved me, it makes sense that, because of His love for me, God will discipline me when ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • J Jeffrey Smead avatar

    It Is Time To Run / A Life That Cheers Others On

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 12, 2016
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    May your faith life, your witness be an inspiration that cheers others on. The Scriptures are clear; it is time to run. Some of you, may be coasting or panting on the sidelines. It is time to run!

    For those who are not familiar with an an Anglican Service; there are four Scriptures readings prior to the Message; Today's assigned readings are: Isiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80:1-18; Hebrews 11:29-12:2 and Luke 12:49-56. I enjoy listening to stories about people who will not give up; ...... stories of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican