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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Ignorant Of God’s Mystery Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 77 ratings
     | 20,236 views

    The mystery of God about the salvation of the Jews. 1- God’s plan 2- God’s mercy 3- God’s wisdom 4- God’s glory

    INTRO.- ILL.- Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don't say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just answer yes or no." During one round, Bolt found the ball next to a tree, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Aftershocks

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 22, 2011
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,998 views

    The aftershocks in Japan have been intense. We need to learn how to respond after shock.

    TITLE: AFTER SHOCK SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 24:4-8 / ST. LUKE 21:11-12 (This Sermon drew upon a few of the points in a sermon by Rev. Jerry Shirley, January 2010) I want to spend some time this morning addressing what the Word of God has to say about the great tragedy we have all been watching ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Think Good Thoughts Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,865 views

    Paul points the path to peace. It is in Jesus, of course. It is also to do with how we choose to use our minds. What have you done for your mind lately?

    Sermon for CATM – November 2, 2008 – “Think Good Thoughts” – Philippians 4:1-8 Here you see a glass (use a glass as a visual). Is it half empty, or is it half full? It all depends on your perspective, on how you see the glass. Now my brother Craig, after he was diagnosed with terminal cancer, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Doing Good

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,348 views

    Every Christian has a responsibility to do good for the sake of the Kingdom.

    Acts 10:38 KJV How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. Matthew 5:16 KJV Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Loves You

    Contributed by David Nolte on Apr 18, 2016
     | 10,560 views

    HOW DO I KNOW GOD LOVES ME?

    “God Loves You!” Romans 5:1-11 David P. Nolte Some people use flawed means for determining God’s love: there is the petal-pluck-procedure: “He loves me – he loves me not” as if a daisy could declare Divine devotion! Other people go by their feelings. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Importance Of One - You Matter.

    Contributed by John Gullick on Jan 22, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,795 views

    A sermon that uses Jesus parable of the lost sheep and talks how one is important and the individual makes a difference

    The importance of one You matter. One to the power of two Ever been in a huge crowd – like at a rugby game or at some huge event. One feeling you get in such a crowd is the littleness of who you are and your own personal insignificance. Your sense of importance diminishes even more if you realise ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Gift That Keeps On Giving Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 4, 2015
    based on 17 ratings
     | 21,095 views

    The gift of "giving" is perhaps closest to God's heart. What is it about this gift that makes it so special, and how can we know if we have this particular gift?

    OPEN: One preacher told of the time he found himself in a situation where he truly needed to announce publicly what he was giving to a special church offering. “This wasn’t for the purpose of boastfulness, for I was only giving $25, although, at that time, that was significant to me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Message Of The Cross

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021
     | 2,990 views

    This sermon explores how Christians cannot avoid carrying their crosses.

    THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS Text: Mark 8:31 - 38 Mark 8:31-38  Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again.  (32)  He said all this ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations – Practical Examination And Suggestions – Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 21, 2024
     | 840 views

    Some important things here. Firstly, the church business meetings! The trouble these have caused. We look at Pastors’ and elders’ wives and behaviour. What about the leaders’ kids running around unsupervised? All dealings must be impartial. Must teach on Christian responsibility.

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – PRACTICAL EXAMINATION AND SUGGESTIONS – PART 5 This is the final part in the series. This next subject is near the end in the collection I had, but for some churches it can be a nightmare. I am going to share some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love Is Not Proud Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 18, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,332 views

    In this message we will talk about 'the hate God loves'... God loves when we hate pride and pursue humility, because love is not proud.

    Love Is Not Proud #LoveIs5 OKAY, so we are in this series called, ‘Love Is…’ AND – as I have repeatedly said since we kicked this puppy off on October 13th… THIS – is an absolutely critical and vital conversation for us to have, both as a church and as individual Jesus follower. BECAUSE… • Nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #2 Minute Sermons Or Bulletin Stuffers

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2014
     | 4,754 views

    Often we seach for something for the bulletin, or a brief thought for a minute message, here are some ideas.

    These Bulletin stuffers or short minute lessons are freely given, permission is granted to us and you do not have to mention my name. Freely I received, freely I give. Much of life is a balancing act. If this observation was made then you should listen. I try to look at myself regular and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    My Need For Revival Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 13, 2024
     | 6,071 views

    Ezra tore his garment, pulled out some of his hair, and collapsed on the ground in a public place so that the remnant could see his grief. When you tore your garment in Bible times, you weren’t pitching a fit. Instead, you were showing deep remorse.

    Every Christian and every church will need revival. Most every single Christian I know has times in their lives when they need revival. Revival is part of the pattern the Holy Spirit uses to reconnect you to the gospel.1 Revival and spiritual awakening is when a group of people rediscover the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Overcome Being Overwhelmed

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007
    based on 42 ratings
     | 22,348 views

    The Story is found in II Samuel 17-18. David says that he is “overwhelmed” Psalm 61:2 Overwhelmed means to “throw a dark sheet over to create darkness.” All of us come into that point of our life sometimes when we feel like our life has been covered ove

    HOW TO OVERCOME BEING OVERWHELMED--PSALM 61:1-4 Introduction--This is a low time in David’s life. Absalom has just been killed by Joab and the nation is divided. The Story is found in II Samuel 17-18. 1. David says that he is “overwhelmed”--Vs. 2 a. Defined - it means to “throw a dark sheet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "A Father's Responsibility"

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,316 views

    A father has the responsibility to spend time with their children, be men of honor for their family and be their child’s best teacher.

    A Father’s Responsibility On the lighter side of life: “Dad’s Duck Tape” from Bluefish TV Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV – “Thanks Dad” Thesis: A father has the responsibility to spend time with their children, be men of honor for their family and be their child’s best teacher. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jude 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 29, 2023
     | 2,594 views

    We need to contend for the faith because false teachers and non-Christians will try to wear us down so that we give up the faith fight!

    Video Transition: A Million Little Choices Sermon: Jude The following from https://www.gotquestions.org/Book-of-Jude.html • Timeline: The Book of Jude was written somewhere between A.D. 60 and 80. The Book of Jude is closely related to the book of 2 Peter. The date of authorship for Jude depends ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational