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  • John Hamby avatar

    The Secret Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 241 ratings
     | 17,957 views

    In marked contrast with the widespread discontent of our world, the Apostle Paul spoke on the subject of contentment in his letter to the church at Philippi.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 12 “The Secret of Contentment” Philippians 4:10-15 “A Russian woman lived with her husband and two children in a very small hut. Her husband’s parents lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 14,873 views

    Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoicing

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,753 views

    In this passage Paul resumed the story that he left in 2:13, where he said he went to Macedonia to look for Titus. Though Paul still had many problems and hardships to face, he found comfort and joy in the ministry God had given to him.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. His mind, wit and work earned him the unofficial title of “the greatest justice since John Marshall.” At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Lets His True Light Shine In The Transfiguration

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 23, 2006
    based on 65 ratings
     | 9,131 views

    This sermon describes the beauty of the glory of Christ and how God reveals His glory to us.

    February 26, 2006 Mark 9:2-9 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. And there appeared ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Feet Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 7, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    We stand at the feet of Christ, guilty of the sin that precipitated those feet being nailed to the cross. But those wounds also mean forgiveness, grace, and healing.

    The Feet of Christ Luke 7:36-50 First Sunday in Lent March 5, 2006 Feet. We don’t think too much about our feet, do we? We pretty much take them for granted…that is unless they start to cause us trouble…blister on our heel, a corn on our little toe, an ingrown toenail. Pretty much though, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Hands Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 13, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,198 views

    Through the hands of Jesus, we see his caring, healing, love, compassion, and blessing. We are safe in his hands. My hope is that the world is safe in our hands.

    The Hands of Christ Luke 24:50-53 March 12, 2006 Hands tell us so much about a person. Toni loves to tell the story of her grandfather’s hands. When she was a little girl, he would take her ice fishing during the winter. When they were back at home, she remembers that he would take her socks ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Mouth Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,416 views

    One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord.

    The Mouth of Christ Deuteronomy 8:1-10 Luke 4:1-4 March 19, 2006 One of the things that I have learned over the years of being a pastor is that some of the most important committee work of the church doesn’t occur in meetings. Sometimes, some of the most important decisions we make, some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Ears Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,886 views

    When our ears are opened to the thngs that Christ heard, we are enabled to come to complete trust and fatih in God.

    The Ears of Christ Psalm 54:1-2 March 26, 2006 I am not a great fan of Dr. James Dobson because I have some pretty significant differences of opinion with him about theology, biblical interpretation, and public policy. Yet he has done some very important work in the areas of family relationships ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Fellowship, Joy & Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,760 views

    The incarnation of Christ is important because it provides our salvation, fellowship, joy and forgiveness.

    Fellowship, Joy & Forgiveness Written by the Apostle John, the book of 1 John was written to encourage believers in the truths of the humanity and deity of Jesus Christ. In it he gives a summary of the Gospel, and the evidence of it. He then stresses the obvious and expected result: a holy life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Eyes Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,532 views

    In all seasons of the year, we need vision correction. We are too often farsighted, or shortsighted, or just plain blind to the reality of God’s kingdom.

    The Eyes of Christ Isaiah 9:1-2, 6-7 April 2, 2006 There were two Marines who boarded a train together, one a young man not too long out of recruit training and the other, his commanding officer. They sat across the aisle from a pretty young woman and her grandmother. It was evident that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Power Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 7, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 13,601 views

    In this message we notice Daniel’s second response to a crisis. (His first response was in Daniel 2:1-18.) Daniel responded to the crisis in a way that sets him apart as a man worthy of imitation.

    Scripture If you live a typical life span, you will spend about twenty years of it asleep. And during those twenty years, it is estimated that you will have about 300,000 dreams. As you know, we don’t remember most of our 300,000 dreams. Only if you wake up in the middle of your dream are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Melchizedek – A Better King Series

    Contributed by Stephen Wright on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,060 views

    The author of Hebrews takes Melchizedek, a shadowy figure, and shows that he was a prototype of the Lord Jesus Christ - the true king of Righteousness

    Introduction If I asked you to name the most important people in the Old Testament I doubt that Melchizedek would be on your list, much less at the top. He appeared once, in Genesis 14 and he was referred once more, in Psalm 110. You could hardly call this “top billing,” but the Holy Spirit reached ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Emanuel-Dios Con Nosotros

    Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,707 views

    Emanuel - Dios con nosotros - Es el secreto de la victoria de todos los grandes hombres de Dios:

    EMANUEL-DIOS CON NOSOTROS S. MATEO 1:18 A. EL HIJO DE DIOS TIENE UN GRAN NUMERO DE TITULO QUE LO IDENTIFICAN EN – 1. Su relación con Dios el Padre: a. Dios - Juan 1:1-3; Isaías 9:6; 1 Juan 5:20; Romanos 9:5 b. La Palabra - Logos - 1 Juan 1:1; Apocalipsis 19:13 2. Su relación con la seres ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Heart Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 10, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,571 views

    Today is Palm Sunday, the day when Jesus opened his heart for all to see. In his heart, we see where his true treasure was.

    The Heart of Christ Luke 19:29-40. Palm Sunday, April 9, 2006 Back in February, Tony Campolo addressed the National Pastor’s Convention in San Diego, California. He told a story about the pastor in his church (he attends an African American Church in Philadelphia) speaking to the graduating ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,220 views

    THe very nature of advent, either his first or his second

    Paul’s Joy… Established Hearts.. Dec 3 – 1st Sunday of Advent 1Thess. 3:9-13 † In Jesus Name † The gift of peace is yours, from God the Father, through the Lord Jesus Christ! The fires threaten…. Yet the Valley is safe… With the great winds blowing the remaining ash into the air, you could ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran