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  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    The Remedy For Dry Bones

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019
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     | 15,091 views

    A SINFUL CONDITION

    THE REMEDY FOR DRY BONES EZEKIEL 37: 1-4 1. INTRODUCTION. DRY SKIN IS SOMETHING THAT ALL OF US HAVE EXPERIENCED AT SOME POINT IN OUR LIVES. DRY SKIN OCCURS FOR SEVERAL REASONS: THE LOST OF MOISTURE IN THE BODY, DRY WEATHER, AIR CONDITIONING, VITAMIN DEFICIENCY, SYSTEMIC ILLNESS, EXPOSURE TO THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jacob - Redirection Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019
     | 5,441 views

    Expect a dawn of new experiences after encountering God.

    All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted “Jacob left Beersheba in the desert and walked through the hills of Galilee. When the sun set and night descended, he laid down to sleep at that spot. He took a stone as his pillow and went to sleep. He dreamed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jacob Turned Israel Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 3, 2019
     | 5,102 views

    Jacob though he was very worldly and started his life as a selfish and deceptive man, learned quickly to become a very diligent man.

    Theme: Jacob turned Israel Text: Genesis 33:1-11 Joke: A man was celebrating his 100th birthday and everybody complimented him on how athletic and well-preserved he appeared. "Gentlemen, I will tell you the secret of my success," he cackled. "I have been in the open-air day after ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Took Sarah

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 8, 2019
     | 3,876 views

    Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and progress.

    Took Sarah…… Genesis 20:2”…..Abimelech king of Gerar sent and took Sarah.” “The enemy comes to steal, kill and destroy” (John 10:10). Life is tough, somehow it never turns out the way the movie pictures it, be wise and smart. The agenda of the enemy is to stop growth, multiplication and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Distraction

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 6, 2017
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    When we have to cope for the long term, we need to implement God’s template for doing so. Distraction is a key element in this process, but needs to be viewed as part of the whole process.

    The Power of Distraction (Philippians 4:1-9) 1. The psychology professor was giving an oral test. She asked, "How would you diagnose a patient who screaming at the top of his lungs one minute, then sits in a chair weeping uncontrollably the next?" A sports-minded young man answered, "He's ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Joshua Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017
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     | 15,236 views

    Five Steps for Future Success

    A. THE HINGE OF HISTORY “After the death of Moses, the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua, Moses’ assistant; ‘Moses is dead. Now it is time for you to lead My people, the Israelites, across the Jordan River into the Promised Land I promised them’” (Joshua ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Under Construction Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2017
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    We are all on a spiritual journey in which God is building us up. How do we respond to his work in our lives?

    1. We are on a spiritual journey with God a. Each is at a different place: • Some are all in and have a strong relationship with Jesus • Some are just beginning the journey • Some are unsure and considering to start the journey • Some never intend to start the journey with Jesus b. God is working ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Plans Are Always Best

    Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jul 27, 2017
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     | 28,312 views

    This is a message designed to help persons reflect on God's preferred plans for their lives from a biblical perspective.

    God’s plans are always best (Jeremiah 29:10-13) 10 This is what the LORD says: “When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my good promise to bring you back to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Basileia

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 5, 2018
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     | 3,338 views

    Little Children's Basileia

    Little Children’s Basileia What is our Residency and Visa Status? Citizens, Illegal Aliens or Visitors? Matthew 18: 1-4 “At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Revival Church Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
     | 3,657 views

    A revival church

    A. WHAT IS REVIVAL? 1. Promised. “I will pour out My Spirit upon all people” (Acts 1:17, Joel 2:28, NLT). 2. Preparation. “Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you the gift He promised” (1:4, NLT). “They all met together and were constantly united in prayer” (Acts 1:14, NLT). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discretion

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 13, 2018
     | 3,781 views

    We need discretion for every decision that we take, we cannot do a repetition just because we felt good about it the previous time.

    PILOTS To: All Believers, Christians of all denominations, Church workers, Church leaders, Preachers, Pastors, Youth leaders, Church group leaders, Camp Organizers and to all Christians who are serving the Kingdom of God in any capacity (small or big). We all have a great responsibility! 2 SAMUEL ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spirit-Led Heirs Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 1, 2020
     | 2,825 views

    Every true believer in Christ is a Spirit-led heir of eternal life and blessings we cannot imagine. This is all from the hand of a loving Father.

    Spirit-Led Heirs (Romans 8:12-17) 1. “You may have heard the term “laughing heir” used by an estate planning lawyer, the media, or by courts. The legal definition of a “laughing heir” is a distant relative with inheritance rights without a close degree of kinship to the decedent. At common law, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God’s Design For The Family

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
     | 11,167 views

    God has designed the family

    Genesis 2:15-25 Introduction: Illustration “Two Paddle Boats” I. The Family Is Divine in Origin. Illustration “Mishaps” A. God created human beings in His own image. - “Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness’… So God created man in His own image; He created him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Delays His Actions

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 3, 2018
     | 3,828 views

    As Moses, if we fail to follow the instructions of God we will delay His actions in our lives.

    1. Galatians 4.4-7 4 But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. 6 And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Leadership In The Home Series

    Contributed by Vince Miller on Dec 30, 2018
     | 5,550 views

    Spiritual leadership in the home is one of our primary environments of leadership and by far the most challenging. It's often a hard topic for men to even talk about.

    "There is no such thing as a self-made spiritual leader. A true leader influences others spiritually only because the Spirit works in and through him to a greater degree than in those he leads." J. Oswald Sanders "Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist