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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    The Glorious Future Of The Church

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 15, 2020
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     | 7,753 views

    A personal word of Hope that would meet their need, suit their case and would be beneficial to every other church and to all Christians in general. Christ knows and observes their condition; though in heaven, yet he walks in the midst of his churches on earth. The Church has a glorious future!

    The Glorious Future of the Church Rev. 2:1-3:14 The Apostle John, now much encouraged by what he saw, continues a discussion on the future of the church. In the next two chapters of Revelation we are given an overview of the Church’s present condition and God’s future for His Church. The Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Another Kind Of Grief

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005
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    Why Christians can face the grief of death differently than those who have no hope.

    Another Way to Grieve 1 Thessalonians 4:13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Note how this little verse tells us something we already know, something we all ought to know, and something we all can know. First, we all know grief. If we haven’t, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Philippians 3:15-21

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians 3:15-21

    Philippians 3:15 - 21 Point | Your focus determines your worship Paul, writing from jail, has been encouraging the church in Philippi to pursue and know Jesus. Now, Paul is pleading with them (crying) concerning their growth, maturity and behavior. Paul shares some of the warning signs and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joy Unspeakable!

    Contributed by John D Jones on Oct 26, 2011
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     | 12,142 views

    God's people can rejoice no matter what the circumstances may be because of Christ and what we have in Him.

    1 Peter 1:3-16 The Bible presents certain birthmarks that distinguish the children of God from the children of the world. We read that, ‘by this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one for another.’ God’s people are called upon to be a ‘peculiar ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    The Study Of The Creed Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015
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    The Study Of The Creed Of The Church

    The Study Of The Creed Of The Church John 14:6 (KJV) 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. The word "creed" comes from a Latin word, "Credi." It means, "a belief, authoritative formula of religious belief; any formula or ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Our Identity And Our Destiny, Part 1

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 30, 2014
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    Foreigners in a Foreign Land Our Identity and Our Destiny, part 1

    Foreigners in a Foreign Land Our Identity and Our Destiny, part 1 1 Peter 1:1-2 David Taylor We just started a new series on 1 Peter, breaking it up into three mini series. The first, “Foreigners in a Foreign Land” (1:1-2:10) will look at what Peter says about our identity, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Leaving The Past Behind And Moving Forward With Jesus. Hebrews 12

    Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 12, 2025
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    A message about moving forward in our lives. Putting the past behind and moving toward the goals in life that the Lord has for us.

    Good Morning Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Setbacks To Strength. Trusting God In Unmet Goals. Proverbs 19:21

    Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 29, 2024
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     | 1,007 views

    A message about moving beyond goals not being met this year. Planning for the future by relying on the Lord.

    From Setbacks to Strength. Trusting God in unmet Goals. Proverbs 19:21 I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I will never be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Suffering, Carrying Your Cross And Denying Yourself.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 2, 2015
     | 7,639 views

    This sermon it is about suffering, and taking up our crosses, and denying ourselves, and loosing our lives. Where is the honour and hope and victory and glory in that one? Well you will be surprised!

    Welcome Grace and peace to you from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. Today is the 2nd Sunday in lent; and the theme of today’s service is about suffering, … about taking up our crosses, … and denying ourselves, … while loosing our lives. This was a very difficult ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Worship In Pain (Salvation Foundation For Joy)

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022
     | 1,022 views

    We are going to see several aspects of the go-to weapon to combat discouragement, depression, suffering, and pain – praise, and God worthy of it

    A. Opening illustration: Christian funerals are a place that we see worship in pain if they are sorrowing like Paul said to do “with hope.” The I thought about it more, and I think that so many go to corporate worship each week in pain. Some of us live our lives in more pain than others. Pain is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Liberates, Not Exploits Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 784 views

    Faith should empower the poor and the vulnerable, not strip them of the little security they possess.

    Faith Liberates, Not Exploits Intro: Faith should empower the poor and the vulnerable, not strip them of the little security they possess. Scriptures: 1 Kings 17:10-16, Hebrews 9:24-28, Mark 12:38-44. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The gospel reading from Mark 12:38-40 ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • David Cramer avatar

    Fixing Our Eyes On What Is Unseen. 2 Corinthians 4:18

    Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 19, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,507 views

    A message about what is unseen in our walk with the Lord Jesus being first in our lives.

    Good Morning Church. Please stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    The Study Of “the New Testament” Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 20, 2015
     | 3,043 views

    The Study Of “The New Testament”

    The Study Of “The New Testament” 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Introduction The Bible has two main parts. The first part is called the Old Testament. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Experiencing Successful Ministry In Difficult Times

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 24, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,364 views

    It has been said, “God didn’t call us to be successful, he called us to be faithful.” Yet in John 15, Jesus speaks of examination, inspection, and fruitfulness. He speaks of bearing fruit, more fruit, and much fruit that God maybe glorified.

    What is success? General view of success is defined as fulfilling your role in ministry. It is trusting that your employer has placed you in a position where can achieve the God-given goals for your life, and you work faithfully toward completing those individual duties as effectively as possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How To Be Addicted.to Jesus.......part 2 Hebrews 13:1-8

    Contributed by David Cramer on Oct 10, 2020
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     | 2,130 views

    The second part of a message on the hope we have in life when we become addicted to a life with the Lord being first. This message changes what we will see in our lives by doing so as our walk with the Lord grows daily.

    How to be addicted, Part 2 Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational