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  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    A Soiled Faith

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 6, 2022
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    Jeremiah's prophecy of the sash. The effort put forth in holding up one’s clothes represents a willingness to labor for the Lord, and letting ones clothes drag along the ground is symbolic of laziness and a lack of zeal for God's work.

    In days of old, ladies who wore long dresses would lift them up past their ankles when they were walking near a mud puddle or climbing up some stairs. One reason why they did this was so they would not trip and fall; but another reason was to keep their clothing nice and clean. In order to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Called To Be Super-Heroes Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2015
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    In the spiritual realm, we are called to be God’s super heroes. We can only be super heroes on earth, because — when we are in heaven — we will not need these unique skills.

    Called to Be Super-Heroes (I Timothy 6:11-17, 20-21) 1. [This is a combination Norwegian and Chinese joke] A young man walks through New York Chinatown and notices a shop with the name Hans Olaffsen's Laundry. He thought it seemed out of place but curiosity got the best of him and he walked into ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Owens avatar

    Standing On The Promises Of God Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 3, 2020
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    Our faith in the promises of God are the anchor that holds us secure no matter what storm we are facing. The lifeline of God's promises anchors us to the very throne of God. Our job is to trust and hold on!

    A. One day a young mother was feeling rather down and hopeless when she heard the phone ring. 1. The young mother picked up the phone and said, “Hello.” 2. A woman’s voice immediately said, “Honey, it’s mom. I called because I know that you’re overwhelmed with the three children, and I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Persevering In Trials Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
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    Life is full of trials—situations that test our faith, patience, and resilience. As believers, we are not promised a trouble-free life, but we are assured of God's presence and power through every difficulty.

    PERSEVERING IN TRIALS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Hebrews 10:35-36, Job 23:10 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of trials—situations that test our faith, patience, and resilience. As believers, we are not promised a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Oh No, He’s Back Again Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 13, 2016
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    A study of the book of Job 2: 1 – 13

    Job 2: 1 – 13 Oh No, He’s Back Again 1 Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them to present himself before the LORD. 2 And the LORD said to Satan, “From where do you come?” Satan answered the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Living In Christ Part 2: Bearing Fruit Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 11, 2008
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    We must put forth an effort towards becoming fruitful.

    Living In Christ Part 2: Bearing Fruit Text: Eph. 4:25-32 Introduction 1. Illustration: There are no short cuts to maturity. It takes years for us to grow to adulthood, and it takes a full season for fruit to mature and ripen. The same is true for the fruit of the Spirit. The development of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Put That Down Before You Hurt Yourself

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 5, 2017
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    FORGIVENESS -BECAUSE AS LONG AS YOU HOLD ON TO IT ---IT WILL CONTINUE TO HOLD ON TO YOU

    Matthew 18:21-35 (KJV) 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. 23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don’t Lose Your Grip SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023
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    Holding on to God

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I greet you with the love and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we gather here today, let us take a moment to pause, to breathe, and to center our hearts and minds on the presence of God. Let us remember that we are in the house of the Lord, ...read more

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  • Gary Hampton avatar

    God Is! Series

    Contributed by Gary Hampton on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,231 views

    This sermon sets forth simple proofs that God is!

    God Is! It is not unusual to be challenged today by someone who has either been brought up to disbelieve or has had bad experiences in life. They may ask the Christian to "prove to me there is a God!" Of course, "No one has seen God at any time" (John 1:18). Neither has anyone tasted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Overcoming The Guilt & Shame Of Sexual Sin Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 9, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 24,670 views

    The pattern set forth by Jesus on overcoming guilt and shame.

    Valentine’s Day is this week so today we’re going to cover some straight talk from the Bible on love and sex. The Bible talks about sex quite a bit because there’s certainly nothing wrong with talking about sex in the proper manner. With all the misinformation out there we need to talk about sex ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Burial Of Jesus.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,663 views

    Two hitherto hidden disciples step boldly forth.

    THE BURIAL OF JESUS. John 19:38-42. JOHN 19:38. After the flow of blood and water, a hitherto “secret” (literally, ‘concealed’) disciple stepped forward: Joseph of Arimathea. The “fear of the Jews” (the Jewish leadership, of which he was a part) had prevented Joseph from admitting his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rev. # 41~12:1-17 ~the War Continues~ Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 10, 2010
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    The woman represents Israel, and her child is Christ, the Messiah, The woman is not the church, since the church did not bring forth Christ, but rather He brought forth the church.

    Rev. # 41~12:1-13 ~THE WAR CONTINUES~ 2-6-10 For the last few broadcast we have been talking about this angelic war in the 1st heaven that we read about here in chapter 12: and we’ll continue on with these thoughts as the Lord leads, this entire chapter is about this angelic war. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Burkey avatar

    Holding Life Together When It Feels Like Its Falling Apart

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 19, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,657 views

    For those of us who feel life unraveling, Paul offers Jesus who holds life together even when it feels like it is falling apart.

    Holding Life Together When It Feels Like Its Falling Apart Colossians 1:9-20 (New International Version) 9For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: Holding On To Your Confidence Hebrews 10:35-36 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024
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     | 630 views

    Hebrews 10:35-36 reminds us of the importance of maintaining our confidence in the Lord and the necessity of patient endurance.

    Transformed by Truth: Holding On to Your Confidence Hebrews 10:35-36 Hebrews 10:35-36 (NLT): "So do not throw away this confident trust in the Lord. Remember the great reward it brings you! Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Let Go Of The Woodworm's Hand!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 27, 2016
     | 3,445 views

    Stop trying to hold together what God is not holding up!

    Looking for surveyors jokes/stories for my speaking engagement next month, I came across this one. Surveyor: This house is a ruin. I wonder what stops it from falling down. Owner: I think the woodworms are holding hands. source: http://www.jokebuddha.com/Surveyor/recent#ixzz4IYOEUKGF Rev 3:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist