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  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    The Lord Is Near

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 17, 2024
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     | 938 views

    David hiding in a cave, communicates that the LORD is near and protects His children

    The LORD is Near Psalm 34:7-18 Good morning, As we have been studying the Book of Psalms, we have learned many things about the Lord's character and His attributes. King David had such a close walk with the LORD, that as he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to write some of the Psalms, he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    ‘a River, A Dove & A Voice’

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 24, 2024
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    'A River, A Dove & A Voice.' - Matthew chapter 3 verses 13-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Jesus and John (vs 13-15): • (2). Jesus and the Baptism (vs 16-17) • (3). Jesus and the Father (vs 17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Saturday night TV has always been a big hitter in the TV ratings war! • To find that hit show and dominate the airways is key. • Over the years we ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Laws Of Almighty God (5 Of 5)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 25, 2024
     | 805 views

    Have you noticed that people, especially Americans, have a remarkable capacity for getting tired of good things

    For instance: • I have a problem with a person leaving a perfectly good job! • I have a problem with a person getting rid of a perfectly good car! • I have a problem with a person leaving a perfectly good church! • I have a problem with a person with going from one marriage to another! WHY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Right Use Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 14, 2024
     | 852 views

    What is the primary purpose of tongues? What limitations does Paul place on the exercise of tongues in the general assembly? Did Paul desire believers to speak in tongues (1 Cor. 14: 5, 18, 39)?

    Intro The gifts of the Spirit are an essential part of God’s plan for His Church. When the Church is operating in the power of the Spirit, lives are transformed, and cultures are turned toward godliness. When the Church tries to do its work through human ingenuity and carnal resources, we lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Hello, My Name Is Adonai (Series On The Name Of God) (#4)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 24, 2024
     | 972 views

    I want you to listen carefully to this sermon so you can learn some great things about this great God we Christians serve.

    When it comes to a congregation listening to a sermon… Illus: It reminds me of the three fellows that went hunting. • A preacher, • A lawyer, • And a doctor. They got out into the woods and got in their positions, and a deer ran out in the opening and all three of them shot at the deer at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph From Freedom To Slavery...but God Was With Him. Genesis 39

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 28, 2024
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    Joseph went from freedom to a slave in Egypt, BUT GOD…was with him, and he prospered in everything he did as a testimony to others of GOD's Mercy and Grace. His reality couldn't be any further from what he had dreamt.

    2024.10.27. Sermon Notes. Joseph a Slave in Egypt. But GOD was with him and doing a work in him. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Joseph went from freedom to a slave in Egypt, BUT GOD…was with him, and he prospered in everything he did as a testimony to others of GOD's Mercy and Grace. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Always Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2024
     | 624 views

    A message about the first martyr Stephen and the ongoing persecution of the church

    Title: “The Always Persecuted Church” Text: Acts 6:8 - 7:60 and 8:1-4 Subject: How does the church react to the stoning of Stephen & subsequent widespread persecution? Complement: …by spreading the word wherever they went. Big idea: _________________________. Persecution becomes a pathway to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    To The Young And The Old Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 18, 2024
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     | 3,246 views

    Don’t waste your life trying not to die; spend your life living for the One who died for you.

    To the Young and the Old Ecclesiastes 12:1-8 Rev. Brian Bill November 16-17, 2024 Because growing older is difficult, many people make jokes about it. The singer Pete Seeger put it like this, “How do I know when my youth is all spent? When my get up and go has got up and went!” People freely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Talk 6 - The Resurrection Of Jesus (Overview)- The Five E's Of The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 10, 2023
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    Talk 6 - The Resurrection of Jesus (overview)- The Five E's of the Resurrection. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: Execution - Jesus was dead. Empty tomb - the missing body Eyewitnesses Early records - the gospels / creeds / other historians Emergence of the Church SERMON BODY: Ill: • Mel Blanc is a voice you will all know, • But a name you will probably not. • He has been called, “The man ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Fishing? Or Catching?

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Apr 15, 2023
     | 2,540 views

    Fishing doesn’t necessarily mean catching. And this was a lesson that the disciples also learned, again, in our text today. Once again, even though they were professionals at it, they learned something new about…

    Fishing? Or Catching? John 21:1-14 You know, I discovered something about myself a long time ago that some of you might be able to identify with. I discovered that sometimes I tend to think higher of myself and my abilities than maybe I should. For example, when I first started playing golf, now ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Encountering Jesus Behind Locked Doors

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 15, 2023
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     | 2,180 views

    This is from a series I preached on encounters with Jesus in the Gospels.

    Title: Jesus Encounters the Disciples in the Locked Room Script: John 20:19-23 Type: Expos./Encountering Jesus Where: GNBC 4-16-23 Intro: Over the past 2k years countless men and women have met Christ in a locked room. For millions it has been in the confines of a jail or prison cell. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Everyone Growing Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,617 views

    Spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic.

    EVERYONE Growing 2 Peter 3:17-18 Rev. Brian Bill April 22-23, 2023 Dr. Charles Stanley graduated to glory this week at the age of 90. He served as pastor of First Baptist in Atlanta for 51 years, authored over 60 books. His sermons have aired daily on the internet, television, and radio for many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Are The Pure In Heart?

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 26, 2023
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     | 3,585 views

    Have you ever wondered why people considered pure in heart often have an unwavering faith in God and seem at peace with themselves? In this study, we will explore why they believe that no matter their life challenges, God will ensure that everything works out for their benefit.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 5:8) "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." (Psalms 73:1) "Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart." (Psalms 51:10-12) (10) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Nature Of Christian Fellowship

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 6, 2023
     | 1,197 views

    This is a series in the book of Philippians. .

    Title: The Nature of Christian Fellowship Scripture: Phil. 1:3-8 Type: Expository Where: GNBC Intro: “A family went to the movies. On the way in, the young man of the family stopped at the refreshment stand to pick up some popcorn. By the time he got into the theater, the lights were already ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Gospel Centered Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 7, 2023
     | 1,648 views

    Paul tells the Philippians what he prays for them and gives us a model to pray for each other.

    Technicolor Joy A Study in Philippians 1:9-11 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-07-2023 I Pray for You I love country music. Not the twangy old country but new country. Friday night, I went and saw Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell at the Peoria Civic Center. Both of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist