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  • James Hardy avatar

    Life's Detours And Disruptions Series

    Contributed by James Hardy on Feb 3, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,730 views

    So often in our lives we hit a bump in the road. We answer the phone and on the other end there’s bad news. Ever happen to you?

    Has it ever happed to you? The phone rings and on the other end there’s bad news. You go to the mailbox and there’s a letter from the IRS or a past due notice, more bad news. You go to the doctor and he gives it to you, bad news. There’s a knock on your door, bad news. Sure, we have all had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Prisoner Of Hope! Do Not Be Troubled!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 10, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,534 views

    If we look around us we might see enough to have a troubled heart, or we can trust God and be a prisoner of hope!

    BE A PRISONER OF HOPE! DO NOT BE TROUBLED! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com RISE ABOVE TROUBLE! 2 Thes. 1:7 And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty angels, John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "I Thrist" Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 51 ratings
     | 16,118 views

    examine the cry form the cross "I thirst"

    John 19:28 "I THIRST." These words were spoken by the suffering Saviour a little before he bowed his head and gave up the spirit. "I thirst." What a text for a sermon! A short one it is true, yet how comprehensive, how expressive, and how tragic! The Maker of heaven and earth with parched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Very Jewish Messiah

    Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,003 views

    In a predominantly Gentile church, it’s easy to forget how important Jesus’ jewishness is to his mission as savior and Lord. This message explores his Jewish roots and shows how God’s purposes are fulfilled by our very Jewish messiah. Special emphasis on

    The Jesus I Never Knew: A Very Jewish Messiah Text: Matthew 26:17-30; Romans 11:17-24 November 5, 2006 Jeffrey Hayes Wildrick Today, we’re beginning a new series of messages inspired by the book, The Jesus I Never Knew, by Philip Yancy. Christians usually think they know a lot about Jesus. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    On Eagle's Wings

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,015 views

    We live in a society that is plagued with a lack of sleep, low energy, discouragement, rampant depression, and a loss of joy. But hope waits for those who learn to wait upon the Lord.

    ON EAGLE’S WINGS Isaiah 40:27-31 Ask for a show of hands – keep them up! Who is tired today? How many are weary? Who is discouraged? Who has had a rough week? Who is facing a difficulty or trial that seems insurmountable? Who feels burdened today with a concern or question? Welcome to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    How Long O Lord

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,126 views

    This psalm shows us how we can overcome our despair through faith in God.

    How Long O Lord Psalm 13 “How long O Lord?” Four times in this brief psalm, David makes this plaintive cry. “How long O Lord?” This psalm was, no doubt, written during a low point in David’s life. Possibly during the time when Saul is pursuing David to try to kill him. This story is told in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Opened Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,758 views

    On this day, we dedicated our pipe organ, the gospel talked about a man who was healed who opened his voice in praise...we now have pipes that accompany our healed voices!

    Be Opened! Mark 7:31-37 9/24 † In Jesus Name † Grace, mercy and peace be yours, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! Pipes, just lieing in the nursery The hands of the master The wind blows through, The master smiles…. Back in April of this year, I attempted to go into the nursery, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How Can He Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,140 views

    The strength to live the Christian Life, comes from the nourishment of our faith, as we share in the Lord’s Body and Blood...

    How can He? John 6:51-58 Prov 9 :1-6 Eph 5:15-20 9/3 † In the Name of Jesus † Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father, and our risen Lord Jesus Christ! Picture, A bird feeding its young The video camera pans across the side of a mountain, following a soaring eagle as it hunts for its ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Surviving Loss Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 27, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,806 views

    We can survive loss by allowing ourselves to grieve, by receiving God’s comfort and strength, and by trusting in God’s sovereign purposes.

    As your pastor, I try to be as open and transparent as possible. I want you to know me well enough to see that the faith I talk about every week is real. And one of the ways you get to know someone is by asking what they like. Favorite food, favorite hobby. Favorite movie. So, in case any of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 12,118 views

    In the message James the half brother of Jesus will teach us we CAN turn our trials into triumphs. (Real Faith For The Real World - prt one)

    "Turning Trials Into Triumphs" TEXT: JAMES 1:1-12 Today we begin a study of the book of James. But before we begin our study I think it would be good for us to do a little background about this great book in God’s Word. Now, one thing that often adds a great deal of insight to the meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is Jesus My Friend?

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 35 ratings
     | 10,387 views

    Seeing Jesus as our friend changes how we feel that he sees us.

    “Is Jesus my Friend?” July 1, 2007 Me: When you think of Jesus, what word comes to mind? Write it down on your outline. You: We have all kinds of images of Jesus, but almost never think of him as a friend. Here is a video about how we sometimes see Jesus. (Show Vintage 21 video) What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Hawks avatar

    Hope--The 1st Gift Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,536 views

    1st in Advent Series about Christmas Gifts

    So often we go to see the beautiful Christmas lights, we see the National Christmas Tree lit on television, and look at the Christmas scenes in store windows, and as we look at them we say, inside of ourselves, "Why am I not in the Christmas spirit? I used to be excited when I was a child. I just ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Joy--4th Christmas Gift Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,463 views

    4th in Series about Advent/Christmas Series on Christmas gifts

    What is the spiritual significance of Joseph and Mary traveling though "Galilee"? In Galilee stands the Sea of Galilee. Jesus crossed the Sea of Galilee six times during His walk as the Son of God. (Unger’s Bible Dictionary, map). In the same manner He turned the water of the six water pots of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Faith And Miracles

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,356 views

    Many believers do not trust God completely. Many believers are not convinced that God can, and will resolve any situation in their favor.

    Last week we studied about the importance of listening to the voice of God, and moving towards His will. We learned that when we are willing to listen and do His will, we will receive the blessings that He has stored for us. We learned that we must trust Him in all things, and that we must not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Learning To Be Content Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,672 views

    Paul shows that being content for a believer is different from the worldly definition. Are you Content in Your circumstance?

    INTRODUCTION A. This past week has been confusing to say the least. 1. Heart – not THIS week! 2. Here I am – needing to prepare 2 sermons – and this! a. How do you prepare for Saturday when you don’t know the response b. How do you prepare for Sunday for same reason 3. Then the Question: How do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist