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  • Chris Hughes avatar

    Share The Fields

    Contributed by Chris Hughes on Aug 13, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,314 views

    story of Ruth reminds us: The Christian dream is not a house with a 2 car garage, the dream of America is to share the fields of plenty with all who come.

    Share The Fields Now there was a wealthy and influential man in Bethlehem named Boaz, who was a relative of Naomi’s husband, Elimelech. 2One day Ruth said to Naomi, "Let me go out into the fields to gather leftover grain behind anyone who will let me do it.” And Naomi said, "All right, my daughter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Subtle Serpent

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 11, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,989 views

    This message shows the characteristics of Satan and how to recognize his working and how to combat him successfully.

    Scripture: Genesis 3:1 – Title: “The Subtle Serpent” Introduction:Recently some of our greatest ministers of the gospel have come under attack because of the stands they have taken for their beliefs. All this is a result of a “Subtle Serpent” which has been allowed to do his dirty work ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Does God Use?

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,828 views

    The secret of reaching men is to know the secret of reaching God. The most powerful ongoing Christian witness has always been the speaking of God’s Word by one who is living in God’s Word.

    Who does God use? Whom does God use? Those who are willing to be used by Him. All believers are candidates for Kingdom service. Your ability is not the issue, but your availability. Why use a shoe? A recent U. S. census revealed that a majority of Americans used a shoe to drive a nail into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Ten Steps To Effective Parenting

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,591 views

    This message is helpful for parents, grandparents, and others who have input into the lives of children; but especially for parents.

    TEN STEPS TO EFFECTIVE PARENTING Pastor Eric J. Hanson February 17, 2008 Here are ten needed realities concerning the raising of the children God entrusts us with. Read, be blessed, use any way you wish! 1. You must love the Lord (Matthew 22:37-38) You must know the Lord and be walking with Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Focus On Family And Friendships

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,792 views

    On a day when we focus on motherhood and parenthood and their effects on us, we can learn much about how we can live so that our families and friendships are all that God wants them to be.

    Joshua 24:14-15, Psalm 27:1-5 “Focus on Family and Friends” INTRODUCTION A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on the magnet and what it does. The next day in a written test, she included this question: “My full name has six letters. The first one is ‘M.’ I pick up things. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Of Leadership Series

    Contributed by Matthew Bullen on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,595 views

    it is time for the church to raise the standard of leadership in the body. This is an oppertunity to teach it from the biblical perspective.

    “So shall they fear The name of the LORD from the west, And His glory from the rising of the sun; When the enemy comes in like a flood, The Spirit of the LORD will lift up a standard against him.” Isaiah 59:19 Our Series has taken us through Truth, Purity, and Wisdom. Tonight we are going to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Planted - Living The Effective Life

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,788 views

    Like a Tree Planted... This messages instructs on how to live a blessed, successful life.

    Planted - Living the Effective Life 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Pass Me By..

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Sep 18, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 21,341 views

    It was a story neatly tucked between the jostling, pushing crowd meeting JESUS at the seaside and the urgency of Jairus’pleadings... and then,that infamous word;"WHO TOUCHED ME?" May our longing and need for GOD let not just pass us by,today!

    The scene was so poignant... what with the approach of a very influential man in the person of Jairus, and the emergency situation he was in... Verse 24 said that our LORD went with him... The characters in this passage suggests different attitudes of God’s people. Those who just want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Michael Jackson's Elusive Joy

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 2, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,392 views

    What Is My Outlook For Life? 1. Life is not necessarily a life of comfort and ease. 2. Life is not dependent on outside circumstances. 3. Life is not glamorous, flashy or outwardly impressive.

    Proverbs 12:15KJV 15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: .....Proverbs 14:12KJV – Prov. 16:25 12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. Romans 6:20-21KJV 20 For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness. 21 What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Can Use Anyone For His Purpose - Ezra 6:14

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 42,142 views

    Ezra 6:14 The Jewish leaders made good progress with the building of the Temple, encouraged by the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. They completed the Temple as they had been commanded by the God of Israel and by Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, emperors of

    God Can Use Anyone For His Purpose - Ezra 6:14 Ezra 6:14 The Jewish leaders made good progress with the building of the Temple, encouraged by the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. They completed the Temple as they had been commanded by the God of Israel and by Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, emperors ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Loves A Hilarious Giver!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,787 views

    God loves a cheerful, hilarious giver. This is a short all-age appropriate talk using a story and the giving out of chocolates to help people think about the resources God wants them to use hilariously for him.

    On one occasion Jesus said: “Give; and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you” (Luke 6:38). God is so good to me. God is so generous. St Paul once wrote that ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Break The Mold – Part 2

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 11, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,531 views

    Transformation (metamorphosis) -A change in the life of a creature. What is inside produces a total transformation on the outside

    In 1502 in Florence Italy there was a large block of marble given to a church in Santa Maria, the church immediately hired who they thought was a professional to sculpt this enormously huge piece of rock. The man was not a professional and soon after commencing this great task the man drilled a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hope That Comes From Being God's Treasured Possession Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 30, 2017
     | 6,340 views

    This is the 28th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

    Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#28] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM BEING GOD’S TREASURED POSSESSION Malachi 3:16 Introduction: Today is our last 3:16 sermon from the Old Testament. Karen and I really appreciate Ray taking care of the Worship Service last week. Karen and I really enjoyed our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Banquet Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 25, 2016
     | 8,924 views

    Jesus' challenge to the host in Luke 14, that he should not invite those who could serve his needs but those whose needs he could serve, challenges the worldly approach to human relationships.

    Luke 14:1-14 "The Banquet" INTRODUCTION The word "Stewardship" has gained an ugly reputation in Christian circles. It is frequently associated with congregational pleas for more money. The word has lost its wholistic dimension. Stewardship, or if you prefer, good management is no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joining The Messiah Mission Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 16, 2021
     | 3,647 views

    The promise of better times ahead - that’s something we’ve all been waiting for. Better times in our country, in our families, in our community and schools. Christians live under the conviction that God brings the better times.

    Joining The Messiah Mission  Luke 4:14-30 ?Introduction The promise of better times ahead - that’s something we’ve all been waiting for. Better times in our country, in our families, in our community and schools. Christians live under the conviction that God brings the better times. Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ