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  • Scott Maze avatar

    Hallowed Be Your Name Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021
     | 4,837 views

    Anyone who is serious about Jesus will want to grow in prayer. One of the quickest ways to check the health of your spiritual life is to answer this question: How’s your prayer life?

    Every faith has some form of prayer. Muslims stop whatever they’re doing five times a day to pray as you’ll hear the wailing cries of prayer callers in many Asian cities. Incas and Aztecs went so far as to sacrifice humans in order to attract their gods’ attention. And millions of people who attend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Birth Of A Church Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,122 views

    I don’t know what you think of when you think of evangelism, but evangelism is reason powered by the Holy Spirit. Paul would consistently use the persuasive powers of reason as he talked to people about becoming a follower of Jesus Christ.

    We begin a new series today. Our church celebrates its 125th year anniversary. We have some things planned for later this year. We also begin a new book: 1 Corinthians. Many of you may think it odd to begin journey of a book of the Bible and then focus on Acts. Yet, Luke tells us the beginnings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Two Remain Two: Marriage To An Unbeliever Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 1,701 views

    As long as the divorce is sought by, and initiated by, the unbeliever, the Christian spouse is not enslaved to Jesus’ command not to divorce. Yet, the believer will plead with the unconverted spouse to change their mind on wanting a divorce.

    Marriage is the story of our lives. It is the story of grandpa’s love for grandma for these past fifty years. It’s the backdrop of the world our children are born. It is the fabric of so many of our families where dad and mom set up a home. Their love is constant. Their love is normalcy. Romantic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Decrease Your Love For Sin Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
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     | 2,444 views

    While no official persecution of Christianity currently exits, there are signs that Christianity is becoming increasingly unpopular.

    Jeff Lasater was 14 when he took his own life last month (October 20, 2008). A student in Las Angeles’ Acton High School, Lasater had been the target of boys throwing chili on him in the school lunch line. While others pulled his pants down. It was reported that the young man was the target of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Angels Watching Over Me Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 5, 2021
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     | 13,894 views

    The Bible tells us we have angels watching over us. But what does that mean, and what should it mean to us?

    There is the true story of a family who was desperately trying to sell their house, which was located on a busy street. Their real estate agent decided to have open-house nearly every day to promote the sale. And they instructed the children not to talk to anyone about the house. One evening a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can I Really Believe Jesus Is Who He Says He Is? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 2,057 views

    Had your brother said, “I’m God. I’m the Lord. And I’m here to die for the sins of the world,” you wouldn’t readily believe Him either. But after Jesus rose from the grave, we see Jesus’ mother, Mary, worshipping Him. We also see his own brothers, James and Jude, worshipping as well.

    Jesus’ message was designed for religious outsiders. All throughout today’s message, I’m going to be talking about the gospel. The gospel is Jesus. The gospel is the message of Jesus. If you’re regularly a part of our church family, I’ve moved from the end of Luke 5, last week, to Luke 8, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus - Prophet, Priest, And King

    Contributed by Austin Lamos on Jun 16, 2021
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    Jesus In Scripture we find that Jesus held three primary offices. These three offices define, or rather are defined by, who Jesus is, and what he did. These three offices, or roles, are Prophet, Priest, and King.

    Jesus In Scripture we find that Jesus held three primary offices. These three offices define, or rather are defined by, who Jesus is, and what he did. These three offices, or roles, are Prophet, Priest, and King. We are going to look at these three defining offices this morning. The first ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Walk In A Manner Worthy Of Your Calling Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 17, 2021
     | 4,908 views

    Know your calling. Feel the full worth of God's grace in your life! See the cross in all of its glory and Christ's actions for securing your eternal salvation! The greatness of your calling should constrain you to lead a life worthy of His call.

    Famed outlaw, John Dillinger escaped from a local jail in Crown Point, Indiana, using a fake gun he carved out of wood and blackened with shoe polish. He then stole the sheriff's brand new Ford to escape. Frank Lee Morris, as well as John and Clarence Anglin, escaped from "the Rock" ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Honor Your Father And Mother Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 21, 2021
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     | 6,126 views

    This is not a commandment for children’s church. It’s not as if we have nine grown-up commandments –dealing with the things like adultery and murder – and He threw one in for the kids. This commandment is for all of us, adults and children.

    “There is not assignment on earth that requires the array of skills and understanding needed by a mom in fulfilling her everyday duties. She must be a resident psychologist, physician, theologian, educator, nurse, chef, taxi driver, fire marshal, and occasional police officer” (James Dobson) My ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas, The Story Of God

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021
     | 1,701 views

    Christmas is the story of God. It’s the story of God’s praise for His mercy. God Designed Christmas for Fervent Worship Among All Peoples.

    I hope you’ll join me next week (January 2, 2011) for our church’s time of worship. In place of the normal sermon, we’ll mix things up a bit and take questions from you. You can consult this week’s guide for the basic instructions on how things will play out. Let me give you some brief examples of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Remedy For Our Anxiety

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 26, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,667 views

    This is a sermon I preached to begin a series on prayer.

    Title: “God’s Remedy for our Anxiety” Scripture: Phil. 4:6-7 Type: Expos/Series Where: GNBC 28, 2021 Intro: What is “anxiety”? Anxiety is a reaction to concerns we feel. Often our anxieties are focused on necessities we feel that we are lacking.This may be food, clothing, shelter, etc. (Mt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Time To Start A Fire

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 27, 2021
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     | 5,718 views

    Hear me now, if you know and I mean truly know the Son of God, you have a reason to sing! It’s time we sang the praises of our Savior louder and clearer than we ever have!

    Time To Start A Fire Illus by sermon central: The Fire H. A. Ironside told the story of pioneers who were making their way across one of the central states to a distant place that had been opened up for homesteading. They traveled in covered wagons drawn by oxen, and progress was necessarily ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Wrong Your Birthright

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 3, 2021
     | 1,996 views

    God gives us spiritual and earthly rights.

    Don’t Wrong Your Birthright Hebrews 12:14-17 (ESV) 14 Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. 15 See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    People Let Me Tell You About My Best Friend

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 4, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,313 views

    There are friends who pretend to be friends, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

    PEOPLE LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT MY BEST FRIEND PROVERBS 18:24 The RSV reads, “There are friends who pretend to be friends, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” This presents a contrast between fair-weather friends and those who are loyal through thick and thin. Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be A Barnabas - Be A Bridge Builder

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jul 5, 2021
     | 3,834 views

    a narrative message about the ministry of Barnabas - and how we can all be a Barnabas!

    “Be a Barnabas - be a Bridge Builder.” Subject; What role did Barnabas play in the ministry of the early church? Complement: he reached out and recruited Saul and partnered with him in the mission. Preaching idea: Be a Barnabas! Text: Acts 11:19-26 19 Now those who had been scattered by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational