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  • David DeWitt avatar

    Building Up And Moving On

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 21, 2010
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     | 7,269 views

    One of the greatest accomplishments in the entire Bible was accomplished by Nehemiah when he led the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem.

    Building Up and Moving On Nehemiah 7:1-3 June 6, 2010 Morning Service Introduction There were many great leaders and great tasks accomplished throughout the Bible. Here are just a few reminders. * Noah built the Ark and saved the world * Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt and slavery * Solomon ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fact, Faith, And Feeling

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010
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    These three words stand for three most important issues in our spiritual life. We all have to deal with them in one form or another, but it is above all things necessary that we should place them in the right order.

    Intro: These three words stand for three most important issues in our spiritual life. We all have to deal with them in one form or another, but it is above all things necessary that we should place them in the right order. (Illustrate: Train) I. FACT (Acts 8:32-33 quoted Isa. 53:7-8) Fact ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Genesis 23 - What Am I Supposed To Do Without You? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 25, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,867 views

    What am I supposed to do without you? How will I cope with the death of the one I love?

    Genesis 23 - WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WITHOUT YOU? When dementia had taken it's course, Bess (not her real name) was left with just a couple of words, but one word which she used to respond to almost any situation was the word "AMAZING!" After a lifetime of words, what a great word to have on your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Coming Home

    Contributed by Greg Bowman on Nov 17, 2006
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     | 5,965 views

    This sermon targets those who although have (had) a relationship with Christ, other things have taken priority over their walk with God.

    Intro: It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No the weather may not be exactly the way that we would prefer. But the month of December would have to be my favorite month and yes I do despise the cold weather. However, there is nothing like the city and countryside being lit up and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do We Think Jesus Is Coming Back Or Not?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,462 views

    This sermon encourages us to watch, to wait, to be alert, to be on our guard, and not to worry. This is an encouragement to remember and believe that Jesus will indeed return with great power and glory, and to remember it whatever our current circumstance

    If I were to hand out confidential voting papers on which you can vote either ‘Yes’ or ‘No’, I wonder what the results would be …(long pause). You want to know what the question is, don’t you! It’s this: Will Jesus return? Is He coming back? Yes or no. Mark chapter 13 is not easy to understand, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What Is Holiness

    Contributed by Phil Stuller on Aug 6, 2007
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    WHAT IS HOLINESS? There are many questions in this life that have caused strife among Christians. Lately I have noticed that in our walk and our life we may have a hard time describing precisely what we believe. When it comes to Holiness I don’t bel

    WHAT IS HOLINESS? There are many questions in this life that have caused strife among Christians. Lately I have noticed that in our walk and our life we may have a hard time describing precisely what we believe. When it comes to Holiness I don’t believe that there is an exception. If anything ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Knock, Knock

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Aug 11, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,471 views

    The “knock, knock” is the knocking the Holy Spirit does on our heart’s door.

    KNOCK KNOCK Text: Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.” Knock Knock, who’s there? Atch. Atch, who? Gezunheit! Knock Knock, who’s there? Boo. Boo, who? Why are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Prevailing In Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,482 views

    This spiritual warfare series handles the topic in a different way: using Paul’s teaching on each piece of the armor from the previous chapters helps us to see the meaning of this war--less about attacking Satan and more about pursuing God! Righteousness

    “I WILL PREVAIL” Spiritual Warfare Series, Part 2. Spiritual Warfare: Finding the Strength in Your Struggle to Stand for Jesus. Ephesians 6:10-18 Review: A life that is right with God is what threatens the enemy the most. When you are right with God, God is right in you! A prevailing person is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Three Dunamis Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Lito Sacatropiz on Sep 2, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,696 views

    THREE DUNAMIS OF THE SPIRIT

    TEXT: ACTS 2:1-4 First came a sound from Heaven as of a mighty, rushing wind. The sound filled the House. The sound of mighty wind with carrying power, that this was more than the breathing of the Spirit in regeneration that brings new life. It speaks of Power service. On the Day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Invitation To A Conference Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 8, 2010
     | 5,979 views

    Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 1. God calls men together to be changed -- just as He is calling us today. Will we respond? What is keeping us from hearing and doing?

    Invitation to a Conference Isaiah 1:18 Introduction - Isaiah was a prophet for his time, but this entire book is relevant to today - Over the next few messages we are going to examine Isaiah and his words - Today church, is the day we need to take this to heed, prayerfully we will - Often times, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is Our Action In Worship? Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,769 views

    Our action in the Holy Mass is to become one with Christ, to become holy through His grace, and to preach the truth of the Gospel.

    Monday of 7th Week in Easter Spirit of the Liturgy At Ephesus, there were some disciples. They were probably emigres from Palestine who had settled in Asia Minor. They had received the baptism of repentance that John the Baptist had preached three decades earlier. This shows that there was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Allen James avatar

    The Sending Of A Savior Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Nov 29, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,818 views

    This first message in our Advent 2009 Series, explores Gabriel’s announcement to Mary in Luke 1.

    The Sending of the Savior • Luke 1:26-28 • Advent Week 1 KEY THOUGHT: Often times God interrupts the ORDINARY to do the EXTRAORDINARY. I. The APPEARANCE of the Angel (vv 26-27) God commissions the angel Gabriel. apo tou qeou – sent from God’s dwelling A) Gabriel appears in an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knock, Knock!

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 26, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,494 views

    The “knock, knock” is the knocking the Holy Spirit does on our heart’s door.

    KNOCK KNOCK Text: Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me.” Knock Knock, who’s there? Atch. Atch, who? Gezunheit! Knock Knock, who’s there? Boo. Boo, who? Why are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Jump Ship!

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,253 views

    "Walking On Water" has become synonymous with perfection.

    "DON'T JUMP SHIP!" Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction: Intro: A very familiar story. "Walking On Water" has become synonymous with perfection. Most of us have admired Peter's courage. Just to step out of that boat took a great deal of something. Call it courage...faith...reckless ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Religious Freedom, Fundamental Human Right Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 9, 2016
     | 4,378 views

    Religious freedom is a fundamental human right that is not restricted to the confines of a church.

    Thursday in Third Week of Easter 2016 Joy of the Gospel Those of us who are blessed to be in the Catholic church for many decades tend to take for granted our sacramental realities, especially the Blessed Eucharist. I recall reading about a Muslim who, though totally without faith in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic