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  • Jim Drake avatar

    Just A Little While Longer Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on May 31, 2008
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     | 4,832 views

    Whatever trials you’re going through, Jesus calls you to simply remain faithful to Him.

    I have to tell you about my experience this week. This week I did something I’ve never done before. This might surprise you, but up until Tuesday, I had never voted in a voting booth. You see, I turned 18 when I was in Basic Training. From that point forward, I always voted absentee. If you’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cost Of Service Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 18, 2013
     | 8,137 views

    Don't let ridicule, rejection or even death stop you from serving Christ, because in the end it is the only way to live!

    Linda, who teaches first grade in Dallas Texas, has an interesting job, especially when it comes to helping children adjust to their first whole day of school. Little Ryan was used to going home at noon in kindergarten; so when it was time to go to lunch with the rest of the class, he got his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    In The Modern World, Not Subject To The Modern World Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 11, 2013
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    Bold preaching of the Truth of Christ may make us unpopular, but it is the only way to image Christ to the world.

    Monday of 7th Week of Easter Gaudium et Spes Paul’s first visit to Ephesus, which was destined to be the most influential early Christian community in the area we now call Turkey, did not fit the pattern of his other entries into towns. Usually Paul would go to the synagogue first, preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Life Can Be Tough Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014
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     | 6,681 views

    life will be challenging but the Holy Spirit will guide you

    Here's something you don't hear often in evangelistic invitations: God loves you and has a difficult plan for your life! That's exactly what Jesus says. John 15:18-19 - If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19 If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Audacity Of Easter

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 11, 2020
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     | 3,550 views

    The resurrection of Jesus cannot be suppressed. the more the opponents of the Gospel try, the louder it will be proclaimed.

    The Audacity of Easter Matthew 21:1-15 The first Easter did not get off to a very good start. The disciples were cowering behind locked doors for fear of the Jews. Peter had promised to be brave, but they all failed. All of the men had failed Him. There had not been time to finish preparing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Part 5 - Smyrna: The Church Rich In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 30, 2020
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    Smyrna was a poor church, brutally persecuted, but Rich In Christ. What was Christ's word to them?

    Smyrna: The Church Rich in Christ Watch this message at https://youtu.be/J2xJJ2xzEKQ www.gracecommunity.com What do you say to somebody who is suffering? How do you counsel people who are going through great times of sorrow and tribulation? We’ve been party to suffering in our country lately. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Law Removes The Offense Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 5, 2020
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    The apostle was accused by the false teachers of teaching circumcision in some places, and they said they were teaching no more than he taught. Or it may have been inferred from the fact (which was undoubtedly true) that Paul in general complied with the customs of the Jews when he was with them.

    December 14, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe IV. Practical: Defense of Christian Liberty (5:1–6:10) A. Liberty vs. Law (5:1-12) Chapter IV.A.5: The Law Removes the Offense of the Cross (5:11-12) Galatians 5:11-12 (KJV) 11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Peter's Arrest And Church's Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 1, 2021
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     | 3,663 views

    The war between the political and spiritual leaders is an age-old issue. It exists time immemorial. Religious leaders are raised by God, whereas political leaders inherit from their forefathers, are elected by their citizens through democracy.

    Acts 12:1-17 Political and Spiritual Powers 12:01-05 Peter arrested and Church at Prayer 12:06-10 Peter released by an Angel 12:11-17 Peter Escapes to Unknown place Acts 12:01-05 Peter arrested and Church at prayer The war between the political and spiritual leaders is an age-old issue. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Reactions Of The Disciples Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 26, 2020
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    True Christians or real followers of Christ never turn back from their call and commitment to Christ and His missionary work, even there are threats and persecutions in their ministry.

    Acts 4: 23-31 Reactions of the Disciples 4: 23-24a Prayers in Persecution 4: 24b-30 Prayers with Scripture 4: 31 Prayers and the Spirit of God Acts 4:23-26 Prayers Increased True Christians or real followers of Christ never turn back from their call and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gordon Pike avatar

    Smyrna: Unto Death Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 17, 2021
     | 3,854 views

    Whatever the Christians were going through in Smyrna … whatever we are going through in our lives right now … Jesus not only knows what we are going through, He’s experienced it Himself.

    Imagine having to hide to do what we’re doing right now because if we get caught, we would be arrested and tortured and made to renounce our faith publicly … or be executed. That was the situation and daily reality for the little church in the beautiful city of Smyrna. Smyrna is located 35 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Troy Walliser avatar

    The Scattering Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 6, 2020
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     | 5,305 views

    Even if the future of the church in America looks like VERSES 1-3, God can still bring about VERSE 8.

    The Scattering Acts 8:1-8 My favorite movies are those with plot twists at the end. When what happens at the end of a movie, you never saw coming at the beginning. And when the ending is revealed it's kind of like, "oh, everything makes sense now." I think the first time I vividly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Endure For The Gospel

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 27, 2022
     | 1,882 views

    Using Jeremiah's struggle "not to quit" during a period of frustration, persecution, and exhaustion, we can learn to stand firm in adversity and allow God to empower us to keep living out and proclaiming the Gospel.

    WHEN IT COMES TO OUR FAITH AND ESPECIALLY MINISTERING IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, IT STILL CAN MAKE US CRINGE, IF NOT BRISTLE INSIDE, WHEN WE HEAR OTHERS DEMAND THAT WE BE MORE TOLERANT, SENSITIVE, PROGRESSIVE AND INCLUSIVE. THE WORLD IS NO DIFFERENT TODAY THAN IT HAS BEEN FOR PAST SOCIETIES, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Endurance Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Feb 5, 2023
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     | 3,766 views

    trials and difficulties can be opportunities for growth in our faith. As we endure them, we become more like Christ and grow closer to God. So, let us consider it all joy and trust in God's strength as we face the trials in our lives. May the Lord bless you and keep you

    I want to look at James 1 verses 2-4 which says: "Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its perfect result so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Love Of God's Discipline

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 19, 2023
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     | 2,036 views

    In the following sermon we are going to review Hebrews 12:4-11 to find the motive and intended blessings of the Lord’s discipline!

    The Love of God’s Discipline Hebrews 12:4-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How does one throw off everything that hinders our walk with God and “run the race, fight the good fight, and finish well” in the face of the debilitating anguish of hardships? Day and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Revival Via Suffering

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 11, 2021
     | 1,681 views

    Everyone wants revival, but they may not like how it comes, so don't be a mule.

    Deuteronomy 32:15 But Jeshurun waxed fat, and kicked: thou art waxen fat, thou art grown thick, thou art covered with fatness; then he forsook God which made him, and lightly esteemed the Rock of his salvation. The history of this country would strongly indicate that the Church grows stronger in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist