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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 188 views

    True faith is shown through obedient action to Jesus’ words, building a life that stands firm through life’s storms by relying on Him as our foundation.

    Welcome, friends. Some of us walked in today with the week still clinging to us like rain-soaked coats—news that unsettled, bills that piled up, a diagnosis that won’t leave the mind alone, a loneliness that lingers even in a crowded room. Life has a way of sending squalls without notice. The phone ...read more

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    Going Over The Baggage Limit

    Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 5, 2026
     | 82 views

    Witness is not something Christians are trained to do, but what naturally happens when Christ is truly abided in and His life is allowed to shine.

    — When Evangelism Language Wears Us Out There are certain words in the church that carry more weight than we realize. Not because they are wrong words, but because of what they’ve come to mean through repetition. Through tone. Through history. Witness is one of those words. You can feel it in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Dare To Discipline Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,537 views

    The Life of Samuel, Part 2 of 5.

    DARE TO DISCIPLINE (1 SAMUEL 2:12-36) In Virginia several years ago, Elisa Kelly made what she thought was a smart parenting decision. Her son Ryan asked her to buy beer and wine for his 16th-birthday party at the family's home, promising that no one would leave until morning. Kelly agreed, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dare To Discipline

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,229 views

    Samuel, Pt. 2

    DARE TO DISCIPLINE (1 SAMUEL 2:12-36) In Virginia several years ago, Elisa Kelly made what she thought was a smart parenting decision. Her son Ryan asked her to buy beer and wine for his 16th-birthday party at the family's home, promising that no one would leave until morning. Kelly agreed, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dinner For 5,000 Is Served

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,044 views

    A sermon about the feeding of the 5,000, using two small fish and five small loaves. How this was a lesson that was followed up by a test on the lake that evening. And how we can use that to develop our own faith.

    One day in the middle of the woods, a hawk, a lion, and a skunk were arguing about which one was the most powerful. The hawk said it was because he could fly down and catch his dinner so quickly they could not get away. The lion said he could run the fastest and had the bigger teeth to eat ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Losing Control Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 21, 2010
     | 6,401 views

    Part 17 in series Love Never Dies, this message takes note of how growth in the spiritual life requires a loss of control. Faith may actually pose challenges to belief, and we must move forward with courage, even when we have no control over the outcome.

    Losing Control Love Never Dies, prt. 17 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers August 8, 2010 What do the following things have in common? a. Giving the remote to your spouse b. Giving someone else the last word in an argument c. Deciding not to worry f. Getting married g.Going on a roller ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    God Is Not Finished With Me Yet Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 14, 2019
     | 6,993 views

    Because God has not rejected Israel, I can be confident that God is not finished with me yet

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God With Us Brings Joy Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 10, 2021
     | 6,038 views

    Joy comes when we worry about nothing, pray about everything, give thanks in all things and think about the right things

    GOD WITH US BRINGS JOY Years ago there was a farmer in Nova Scotia who owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that would come up, wreaking havoc on the buildings ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Psalm 96: Praise The Lord! Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 12, 2024
     | 1,900 views

    We are called to sing to the Lord a new song!

    Summer in the Psalms Psalm 96 - Proclaim the Greatness of God Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-11-2024 Olympic Village Worship What is the mission of the church? “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Not Finished With Me Yet Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022
     | 2,776 views

    Because God has not rejected Israel I can be confident that God is not finished with me yet

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Communication Assumptions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 3,039 views

    The real problem was failing to first understand the presuppositional perspectives of the people before the outsiders conducted their experiment. Speakers need to understand their audience’s assumptions before they can expect solid receptivity. This invol

    UNDERSTANDING COMMUNICATION ASSUMPTIONS Case Study - To successfully understand the presuppositions of people you must know what values they hold at their sub-conscious level. Several years ago agricultural experts from the U.S. taught men in Transkei, South Africa, how to use modern fertilizer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Would You Like A Refill? Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 28, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 11,256 views

    A theological but practical look at the Holy Spirit and what He does in our lives.

    Would You Like a Refill? – John 14:15-18, 25-27 It’s been said… God is like Pan Am … He makes the going great. God is like General Electric … He lights your path. God is like Bayer Aspirin … He works wonders. God is like Hallmark Cards … He cares enough to send the very best. God is like Coke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Man Who Would Not Listen

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,711 views

    When God convicts us of our lifestyles, we choose to listen or not. The choice to listen will bring great blessing and rewards into your personal life, your family and your area of influence.

    The Man Who Would Not Listen 2 Kings 14:11…Amaziah, however, would not listen Palm Sunday Jesus Shows Up It was Palm Sunday and Sue’s five year old son had to stay home from church, with a neighbor, because of strep throat. When the family returned home carrying palm branches, he asked what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Build Upon The Rock

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 3, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 15,781 views

    In a life filled with trials and storms, we must be certain we build upon the Rock. How can we be sure of our foundation?

    “Build Upon the Rock” As you may know, hurricane season is fast approaching, in fact it officially begins for us on June 1st. And I’m sure that because of names like Hazel, Fran, and Floyd, none of us here need be reminded that hurricanes are one of nature’s most destructive and ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Lord, Spare Us From Skewed Priorities

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Aug 7, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,243 views

    The gospel shows us how Christ prioritized our salvation through his own life, death, and resurrection. Now, we are equipped to prioritize our lives in service to him.

    An old Native American tale recounts the story of a chief who was telling a gathering of young braves about the struggle within. “It is like two dogs fighting inside of us,” the chief told them. “There is one good dog who wants to do what’s right and the other dog always wants to do what’s wrong. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran