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  • Steve Sheek avatar

    New Beginnings

    Contributed by Steve Sheek on Jan 8, 2020
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    Sometimes our lives become such a confusing mess we need to step back and start some things over again. The relationship between Joseph and his brothers gives us a valuable example of forgiveness.

    20200104 Parsha Vayigash New Beginnings Blessing If you read last week’s Parsha, you might have been struck by the sudden ending. Joseph had devised several tests to determine the character of his brothers. The final ruse would have found Benjamin guilty of theft and becoming a slave in Egypt. ...read more

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    Battle Gear

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Aug 24, 2021
     | 1,458 views

    There's a war going on. And we're in it.

    Battle Gear 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 6:10–20   • We seem to be approaching the end of a 20 year military conflict in the Middle East. • No matter your opinion of whether or not that was a good idea, it’s undeniable that we’ve gotten used to America being at war. • We have a whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Spite Of My Issues - Part 1

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Feb 18, 2021
     | 6,023 views

    A certain woman which had an issue

    MARK 5:25-34 (v.25) “IN SPITE OF MY ISSUES” – PART 1 A) “A certain woman, which had an issue.” * She was separated and alone, day after day, month after month, year after year, with no physical contact from another human being. * Her very presence caused some who knew her condition to shun ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatness Of God In Our Redemption

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024
     | 538 views

    Our Redemption was Paid In Full.

    1. INTRODUCTION. LAST WEEK WE WITNESSED THE GREATNESS OF GOD IN CREATION. HOWEVER, ADAM AND EVE’S TRANSGRESSION OF THE EATING OF THE TREE OF KNOWLEDGE OF GOOD AND EVIL, VIOLATED THE WORD AND THE WILL OF ALMIGHTY GOD, THUS, ADAM AND EVE SOLD ALL HUMANITY INTO THE HANDS OF SATAN. SINCE THAT SINGLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatness Of God In Our Redemption

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024
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    Jesus Gave Up, So That We Could Have.

    1. INTRODUCTION. LAST WEEK WE WITNESSED THE GREATNESS OF GOD IN CREATION. HOWEVER, ADAM AND EVE’S TRANSGRESSION OF THE EATING OF THE TREE OF KNOWLEDGE OF GOOD AND EVIL, VIOLATED THE WORD AND THE WILL OF ALMIGHTY GOD, THUS, ADAM AND EVE SOLD ALL HUMANITY INTO THE HANDS OF SATAN. SINCE THAT SINGLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Christmas Matters Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Dec 11, 2008
     | 6,459 views

    Part 1 of our series tied in to Advent Conspiracy. We called it "simplechristmas."

    [This message was inspired by Rodney Buchanan’s excellent sermon on John 1:14 entitled, "The Word Made Flesh." You can find it here: http://www.sermoncentral.com/print_friendly.asp ContributorID=&SermonID=41438] Stephen N. Collins Millville – 11/30/08 simplechristmas Part 1: Why Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Shall Roll Away The Stone?

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Apr 26, 2011
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     | 5,522 views

    That question gathers up the mournful enquiry of the whole universe. “Who shall roll away the stone?” In man’s path of happiness lies this huge rock, which completely blocks the road to eternity. Who among the mighty shall remove the barrier?

    Who shall roll away the stone? Shell Point Baptist Church Pastor Allan H. Kircher Matthew 28:2,“The angel of the Lord descended from Heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.” As the holy women went towards the tomb in the twilight of the morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "daniel In The Lion's Den"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 12, 2022
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     | 2,128 views

    This message is a series on the book of Daniel.

    Title: “Daniel in the Lion’s Den” Scripture: Daniel 6 Type: Series/expository Where: GNBC 11-13-22 Intro: The account of God’s miraculous deliverance of Daniel in the lion’s den is one of the most notable stories in the OT. In the story we see how a faithful God delivers His faithful servant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Encourage: The Power Of Gathering Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 19, 2024
     | 704 views

    Christians were never meant to journey alone. The church provides essential encouragement through fellowship offering mutual support, worship lifting our spirits, and shared experiences strengthening our bonds. We need to actively encourage one another, following the early church's example.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Iron — FreeBridge Media We need each other. We were not made to walk through this life alone. I believe that is one of the reasons that the early church gathered so frequently and so often. I believe that is why they were devoted together.   In Acts 2:42, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Freedom For Prisoners"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002
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     | 10,940 views

    As we envision the Nativity-—the baby Jesus surrounded by his parents, shepherds and wise men—-let’s remind ourselves that our Lord came to suffer and set captives free.

    "Freedom for Prisoners" Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, let’s also be aware of how He began His ministry. Jesus read these words from Isaiah, and applied them to Himself: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    How To Endure Inspite Of Circumstances

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 168 ratings
     | 5,722 views

    Jabez was called a child of sorrow by his mother. The name never came to fruition because he trusted God.

    Dickerson Road Baptist Church Wednesday Evening: January 3, Pastor, Dr.Michael Blankenship 1Chronicles 4:9-11 A Prayer of Jabez. Little is known of this biblical character Jabez. He comes listed only under the lineage of Judah, he seems to be misplaced here in this verse coming from no where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seventeen Benefits Of Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 26,904 views

    "Whom the Son sets free you are free indeed." Tell others how the Lord has freed you from compulsive behavior, fear, anger, lust, envy, abuse, bad attitudes and thoughts through the meditation on the scriptures. God’s word has a way of freeing our thought

    Seventeen Benefits of Freedom in Christ (Gal 5:1-10) Illustration: Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free. --Galatians 5:1 "Live life without limits with a new El Dorado," said the announcer with confidence. This radio advertisement for a local Cadillac dealer made ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deacon Ordination

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
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     | 14,377 views

    charge to deacons--You Should Be A Good Deacon, Protecting the Word, a Godly Deacon, Practicing the Word, and A Growing Deacon, Progressing in the Word.

    DEACON ORDINATION 1-13-02 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Tonite’s charge is addressed to these men…all are welcome to listen in. I Tim. 4:1, 2, 6 I Tim. 3 gives the qualifications of Pastors and Deacons. If we’ll just look a bit farther to ch. 4 we will find the duties and character qualities both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unifying Joy Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,112 views

    Part 5 of study of Philippians

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor ---------- Talk about extremes! The very best place to be is in a church that is unified and handling well the threats to unity. The very worst is a church that is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How To Get Pass Your Pain

    Contributed by Henry Lee Clay on May 5, 2005
    based on 51 ratings
     | 18,695 views

    We often allow the pain of our past to continue to rule us in our present and predetermine our future. Where you are now is not where you have to stay.

    There exist in this world in which we live a countless number of hurting, injured, abused and dysfunctional people that are living a virtual life of the “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”. Those of you that are old enough may remember that movie that was released in 1968. The plot was based upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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