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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Sanctum Vitae!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 17, 2021
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     | 2,524 views

    All life is sacred and holy because we were created by a Holy God who loves us dearly.

    IN MY OFFICE HANGS A PICTURE THAT STATES THE FOLLOWING: “JUST THINK, YOU’RE NOT HERE BY CHANCE, BUT BY GOD’S CHOOSING. HIS HAND FORMED YOU AND MADE YOU THE PERSON YOU ARE. HE COMPARES YOU TO NO ONE ELSE. YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND. YOU LACK NOTHING THAT HIS GRACE CAN’T GIVE YOU. HE HAS ALLOWED YOU TO BE ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Let The Good Times Roll! Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 26, 2021
     | 2,805 views

    There is a time for fasting for the glory of God, and then there are times to enjoy food, company, and good times. However, some people are not satisfied with anything and prefer to stay miserable, indecisive, and closed to what God has in store for them.

    I was born and reared in south Louisiana, the heart of what is known as "Cajun Country". The city in which I grew up was surrounded by lakes, bayous, swamps, and refineries. You couldn't go ten miles down one of the major highways that went through town before you spotted your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The State Of The Church Adress 2021

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 30, 2021
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    What it will take in 2021 to excell as a church duing a pandemic

    2021 STATE OF THE CHURCH ADDRESS Pastor Timothy Porter Text: Acts 2:41-47 INTRODUCTION: Current State of The Church In America 1. 1,700 pastors in America leave the ministry monthly. 2. Only 8% of churches in the United States are growing and just 2% of those are growing by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Moving Man

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Feb 10, 2021
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    Jesus has always moved people into action.

    MATTHEW 21:1-11 “THE MOVING MAN” A) The event that is so much a part of this day, Palm Sunday, is recorded in all 4 of the Gospels! * I wish that somehow we could all go to Jerusalem and relive the events of that tremendous day. * How exciting it would be to be a part of the crowds, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vaccination Application 1.0 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 25, 2021
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    The social impact of contributing to social context in a positive way increases our effectiveness as heralds of the good news. (words of affirmation, acts of kindness and gifts)

    There are a couple of big questions on the minds of many people: Do I or don't I get the vaccination? And if I am going to get the vaccination, when? The question becomes more complex when a person is frail for one reason or another. Then there is the matter of believing in the science and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Trample On God's Grace: An Overview Of The Book Of Nahum

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 25, 2021
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    God had graciously spared Nineveh in Jonah's day. But their repentance did not last. Josiah started a reformation but it did not last either. Judgment awaits those who trample upon the grace of God.

    Don’t Trample on God’s Grace: An Overview of the Book of Nahum Introduction We continue our study in the Minor Prophets today by taking a look at the Book of Nahum. We don’t know all that much about the prophet. Nahum identifies himself as an Elkoshite, but scholars have difficulty identifying ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    To Him Who Sits On The Throne.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 4, 2021
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    In 1861 there was in England a man by the name of Reginald Heber who composed a hymn that has always been a favorite of mine.  He used Isaiah 6:1-3 and Revelation 4:8-11, as the basis for this great hymn of the church.  The hymn is “Holy, holy, holy.” 

    To Him Who Sits On The Throne. Revelation 4:1-11NKJV  In 1861 there was in England a man by the name of Reginald Heber who composed a hymn that has always been a favorite of mine.  He used Isaiah 6:1-3 and Revelation 4:8-11, as the basis for this great hymn of the church.  The hymn ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus - Our Stronghold

    Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Aug 23, 2018
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    Jesus became our stronghold when he came to save us from the kingdom of darkness

    To many a stronghold means a negative word but that is not always the case. In the dictionary the meaning of the word stronghold means A place where a particular cause or belief is strongly defended or upheld. In the Bible the meaning of a stronghold is this. For every negative stronghold, there ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Judas Missed-7

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 4, 2018
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    7 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

    WHAT JUDAS MISSED-VII—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: The town of Banner Elk(~1000 residents) is located in the mountains of western North Carolina & is known for its ski resorts. However every year in the fall(near the end of October) the ‘Wooly Worm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jael And The Nail Series

    Contributed by John Dixon on Oct 7, 2018
     | 13,438 views

    DAKHEEL; the sacred duty of protection

    Judges 4 (NASB) 4 The sons of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, after Ehud died. 2 The Lord sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan; and the commander of his army was Sisera. 3 The sons of Israel cried to the Lord; for he had nine hundred iron chariots, and he oppressed the sons of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Jesus Our High Priest

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 28, 2018
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     | 10,353 views

    Jesus is our great high priest. In him we have a permanent salvation, which gives us eternal security. We also have a perfect sacrifice, complete with nothing needed for our salvation.

    Jesus our High Priest Hebrews 7:23-28 At the VA hospital where I work during the week, we always have a chaplain on call, ready to respond in case of emergency. Our student chaplains carry the phone most of the time, but sometimes I get the important task. It’s nice to have a chaplain ready to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Cruise Ship Vs Battle Ship?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 31, 2018
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    Let us address spiritual maturity. Survey the differences of expectations on a cruise ship and a battle ship. What makes people great? David's dying words hold some powerful secrets.

    CRUISE SHIP VS BATTLE SHIP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A BAG OF LENTILES WE ME… what is the value of this bag? Ask Esau? CAN WE ACKNOWLEDGE THERE CAN GROW A TENDANCY TOWARD PERPETUAL BABYHOOD? 1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    The Principles And Power Of Vision Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on May 22, 2023
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     | 5,769 views

    King Solomon said ‘‘Where there is no vision the people perish.’’ One of the things that this verse makes very clear is that a vision is vital to carrying out God’s will and Purpose for our lives

    ‘‘Where there is no vision the people perish.’’ One of the things that this verse makes very clear is that a vision is vital to carrying out God’s will and Purpose for our lives. Vision in Proverbs 29:18 is the knowledge and understanding of God, His will, and purposes for their life revealed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    The Works Of The Holy Spirit: Piety And Counsel Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on May 22, 2023
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    The piety and counsel of the Holy Spirit can be summed up in the word "guidance." The Holy Spirit is our guide and counselor, leading us to make wise decisions and helping us to live a life that is pleasing to God.

    PENTECOST CELEBRATION. THE WORKS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: SUB-THEME: PIETY AND COUNSEL Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel. May 22, 2023 "Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said, “Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Larry Grant avatar

    The Battle Is The Lords

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 4, 2023
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     | 3,576 views

    David was anointed by Samuel as a boy but did not ascend the throne for another 25 years. He faced battles from his family, battles from his enemies, and battles from within. From each challenge he faced we learn that when the Battle is the LORD’s the victory is ours.

    1 Samuel 17:44-51 NKJV “The Battle is the LORD’s” June 4, 2023 Up to this point in history, God had ruled the nation, raising up judges as they were needed. This was how things operated all the way from the time of Moses through the days of the Prophet, Priest, and Judge Samuel. God warned them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist