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  • Steve Bond avatar

    Descending Into Greatness Series

    Contributed by Steve Bond on Oct 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,731 views

    Putting others before ourselves will bring us to our knees. Learning to give ourselves away is also the first step to a deeper experience of true joy.

    There is something that stirs deeply within us when a man or woman gives up their life for another. A few decades ago Roger Rosenblatt wrote a moving tribute in Time Magazine. It was about a passenger on Air Florida Flight 90 that crashed into the Potomac River. The nameless 50-some-year old man ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Prescription For Unity Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 20, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,070 views

    In Philippians 2:1-4, Paul gives God's prescription for unity which includes both the motivation and the method for unity.

    Introduction: A. Welcome to Friend Day! 1. If this is your first time with us, then we want to extend a warm welcome to you! a. We hope you are inspired and encouraged, and will come back again. 2. If this is not your first visit, then we want to welcome you back! a. It is so good to see you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Steadfast, Immovable, Always Abounding

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 12, 2023
     | 8,362 views

    This message is about consistency - be stable and set in our understanding of the Word so that we are not led astray by every false doctrine. With that stability, we are encouraged to be excessive workers for Christ because we have a promise of vistory that is coming.

    Be Steadfast, Immovable, Always Abounding Scripture: First Corinthians 15:50-58; Philippians 3:20-21 This morning I want to encourage you to be steadfast and immovable as you abound in the work of the Lord. We are entering a time of transition as a Church and while some might be concerned about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Path...

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 3,698 views

    "That which is made crooked cannot be made straight," and "who can make that straight which he hath made crooked?"

    Introduction. A. Ecclesiastes 1:15 -- "That which is crooked cannot be made straight..." B. Every one’s life is on a path which will lead somewhere. C. No man can change his or anyone else’s life to the point where it is straight in the eyes of God. I. Romans 8:8 -- "So then they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Put Life On Pause

    Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,932 views

    It is time to get out of the rat race and backe to God.

    Put Life on Pause PSLAMS 46:1-11 1 God the Refuge of His People. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change And though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; 3 Though its waters roar and foam, Though the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "I Am Afraid Of You"

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,563 views

    list people who scare me

    Galatians 4:1-14 "I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain" After Israel beheld the fearful phenomena which manifested the presence of Jehovah upon Mount Sinai at the giving of the law, Moses informs them that a fear of God needs to be before them that they sin not. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Life Of True Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Randall Bates on Nov 26, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,898 views

    A Thanksgiving message pertaining to God’s desire for us to worship in spirit and in truth. Easily adaptable to non-holiday Sundays.

    Some information taken from The Gospel of John by Arthur Pink When we come into this season, we begin to think a bit more about giving thanks. The season sort of dictates it. It is a day when our ancestors gathered around & gave thanks to God for all the blessings & bounty they received during ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Qualities Of A Champion

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 19, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 23,049 views

    What does it take to be a champion for Christ?

    The Qualities of A Champion Selected Passages January 5, 2003 Introduction What an incredible season this has been for the Ohio State Football team! Look at all they have accomplished: remained undefeated during the longest season ever (13 – 0), succeeded in spite of constant criticism by so ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Amos - 10 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 4, 2010
     | 5,532 views

    Although opposition will arise to the proclamation of judgment; there is one thing we may be certain of: Ultimate fulfillment of justice

    Dakota Community Church June 27, 2010 Amos 10 1. God¡¦s warning ¡V locusts, fire, a plumb line & ripe fruit 2. Mercy triumphs over judgment 3. Human opposition to God as judge and to His messengers of judgment Although opposition will arise to the proclamation of judgment; there is one thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Lord Treats Lightly Those Who Treat Him Lightly

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 18, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,779 views

    What does God consider acceptable worship?

    The Lord Treats Lightly Those Who Treat Him Lightly Malachi 1:6-14 Introduction The third of the Ten Commandments reads: “Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain” (Exodus 20:7). Often we think of this as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Building Strong And Healthy Family Relationships

    Contributed by Eliseo Tibio on Aug 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,682 views

    Building Strong Christian Families

    BUILDING STRONG AND HEALTHY FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS TEXT: Psalm 127:1-5 OPENING TEXT: “Of Solomon. Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lord guards the city, The watchman stays awake in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, To sit up late, To eat ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Real Men Let God Lead The Way

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 16, 2019
     | 7,685 views

    Father's Day message from Psalms 127 about letting God lead the way.

    Title: Real Men Let God Lead the Way Theme: To show the importance of letting God lead in the life of men. Text: Psalms 127:1 – 5 Psalms 127:1-5 A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon. Unless the Lord builds (establish, a foundation) the house, They labor (toil and effort) in vain (they are just spinning ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Dynamic Duo

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 16, 2023
     | 1,236 views

    A message about Marriage. How God has called two to work together and become a great team.

    Title: Dynamic Duo Theme: Text: Genesis 1:25 - 31 Introduction Dynamic Duo – Illustration Look at the screen with me and see if you can name the dynamic duos here. (I had a picture of many dynamic duos over the years batman and robin, bonnie and clyde, lighting mcqueen and mater, etc) I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Be Joyful In Hope PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,862 views

    Explore and understand the depth of Romans 12:12, emphasizing the importance of being joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a Scripture that I know is going to speak to your heart. It's a verse that encapsulates the spirit of our Christian walk, and paints a beautiful picture of hope, patience, and the promise of what's to come. The verse is Romans 12:12, and it ...read more

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    Vacation In Paradise Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 12, 2014
    based on 30 ratings
     | 68,614 views

    We are strangers in this world, on vacation in a foreign land, with advantages the natives of this world don't even begin to understand. But do we realize what those advantages are, and what difference those blessings can mean to our lives?

    OPEN: (Video of MercyMe’s “Shake”) How many of you have ever been on a vacation? Me too. Going on Vacation can be a very pleasurable experience…as long as you know where you’re going and what to expect when you get there. But not everybody does. Travel agents have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ