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  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    The Secret Of Ineffective Prayer Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jul 26, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,756 views

    Most unanswered prayer goes back to our not doing something right to begin with, so we need to make sure that our prayers are not obstructed by worthless and unnecessary obstacles

    The Secrets of Ineffective Prayer Griffith Baptist Church – 7/23/06 P.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:5-15 Theme: Most unanswered prayer goes back to our not doing something right to begin with. We need to make sure that our prayers are not obstructed by worthless and unnecessary ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abraham's Argument Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,746 views

    Abraham and God go back-and-forth as friends, in a cordial and remarkable dialogue, and we see in their exchange the consideration of God. He’s not a tyrant; we can appeal to Him.

    “Abraham’s Argument” Genesis 18:16-33 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts After reading this passage, some of you may be shaking your heads; most of us wouldn’t dream of arguing with God, yet we find in Scripture plenty of examples of people laying out ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Come Home Again

    Contributed by Michael Flowers on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 43 ratings
     | 4,666 views

    It is never to late to come back to God. This sermon uses Luke 15:11-31 to tell the story of the prodigal son and his return home. It also presents the gospel at the end.

    Come Home Again By: God (Spoken by: Michael Flowers) - I really want a million dollars. - I can only think of all the things that I would do with all of that money. - I would buy a car, a house, and probably a few stores full of things too, while I was at it. - Everyday I wait for the voice to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Forever In A Perfect Body!

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,546 views

    Death holds no fear for those who know Jesus as Savior. He promised that, at His Second Coming, all the faithful will rise from the dead in perfect, immortal bodies and will spend eternity in His glorious presence.

    FOREVER IN A PERFECT BODY! Job 19:25-27 Summary: Death holds no fear for those who know Jesus as Savior. He promised that, at His Second Coming, all the faithful will rise from the dead in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Great Expectations For The New Year

    Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 79 ratings
     | 113,893 views

    So, we need to look back over our life (PAST) – then we need to sing and give thanks (PRESENT, appreciation) - then we need to trust GOD for the results, (FUTURE, expectation)

    GREAT EXPECTATIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR PSALMS 30:1-5 Preached on 31 December 2008 at Shiloh Baptist Church Waukegan, IL By Rev. Kelvin L. Parks Psalms 30:1-5 [v.1] I will extol thee, O Lord; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me. [v.2] O Lord my God, I cried unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Significance Of Indiscretion-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 14, 2012
     | 3,297 views

    2 of 2. Genesis records the significance of the indiscretion of Noah’s younger son, Ham. Understanding the significance of indiscretion imparts wisdom/ is instructive to God’s people. Indiscretion holds significance for...

    The SIGNIFICANCE OF INDISCRETION-II—Genesis 9:18-29 Attention: Discreet— ‘Careful & circumspect in one's speech or actions, esp. in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.’ M-W—1) Having or showing discernment or good judgment in conduct & especially ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Face Of Favoritism Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,202 views

    After 8 months sidetrack, this message brings us back to James to hear his words about living and life. Favoritism is an ugly thing anywhere at anytime, but especially for God’s family.

    The Face of Favoritism James 2:1-13 * I recently read a story about a man who was the interim pastor of a church. He hadn’t been at the church for long, so the people didn’t know him very well yet. (Interim pastors are in a very unique position. Many times they have a lot more insight into what’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Travis L. Billings avatar

    Clutter That Hinders

    Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Aug 5, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,491 views

    Because of the clutter and the noise in our lives, we often fail to see what Jesus does and can do for us. It seems as if we are constantly grasping, but never grabbing hold of that which changes us for the better.

    He walked on water which shows us that nothing can separates us from Him. He made that water into wine which shows us He can create something out of nothing. He ate and drank with people that we would never want to be caught around which shows us that we are all deserving of even the smallest of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Awakening In The Body And Blood

    Contributed by James Cloud on Mar 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,605 views

    How many times do we neglect the sacrament of the Eucharist (Communion) for the "thrills" of the modern age? This is a call back to the Early Church and what they held about this Most Blessed Sacrament.

    Awakening in the Blood and Body St. John 6:44-59 (ESV) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day. It is written in the Prophets, ’And they will all be taught by God.’ Everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me— not ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Invisible War Pt. 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 29, 2022
     | 1,870 views

    To be able to drive back the Devil and his demons will require us to know the name of Jesus, be connected to Jesus and learn how to use the name of Jesus in spiritual warfare and prayer.

    Video Transition: Chosen – Let me tell you about my Jesus! Series: Spiritual Warfare Summary: The Invisible War – Spiritual warfare 101-201 Three points to remember from Spiritual Warfare 101: 1. We are in an Invisible War whether we believe it or not. So, we need to know we are in the fight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Ruth? A Mothers Day Sermon.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 9, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 817 views

    The book of Ruth holds many themes. Her life was a blessing, an unknown blessing in her time. We live lives of which the outcomes are often unknown. Her's brought a blessing to the whole world. Why?

    Ruth: a Mother’s Day sermon. The book of Ruth starts with the words, “In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land. So, a man from Bethlehem in Judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to live for a while in the country of Moab.” (Ruth 1:1) Incidentally the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    A Rusty Witness Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,031 views

    This sermon will challenge you to a more effective expression of witness. It is my desire to hold up the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, the people will

    A RUSTY WITNESS (James 5:1-6 NASB) [1] Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries which are coming upon you. {2} Your riches have rotted and your garments have become moth-eaten. {3} Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #4 - What To Do If You've Failed God Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 17,045 views

    No one likes to fail, but we all do. We examine the story of Peter and draw 5 steps for getting back on track if you’ve failed. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. What to Do if You’ve Failed God Everybody has failed at one time or another: <ILLUS> Firemen who came to rescue a cat. Woman was so grateful, she invited ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tim White avatar

    The Thing About This Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Nov 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,461 views

    What is the key to 2 Corinthians 4:15. You have to go back to verse six and an old testament story to get the full picture and impact to see the power of this promise.

    The Thing About "This": 2 Corinthians 4:15 (6-15) I want us to take a look at our theme verse and see if we can find the key word to unlocking the meaning and power in it tonight. I hope to be brief. 2Co 4:15 For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    May I Be More Like Christ In The New Year

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jan 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,323 views

    This is a New Year's message based on Philippians 3. Paul had looked back at his life in Judaism, and realized he still needed to be growing to become more like Christ.

    MAY I BE MORE LIKE CHRIST IN THE NEW YEAR! Philippians 3:2-14 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 01, 2016 Audio Link to this sermon: http://chirb.it/fsdJd1 INTRODUCTION: 1.) On this New Year’s Day we reflect on both the past and also the future. 2.) Because we have been given ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ