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  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Alpine Skiing: Some Things We Need To Do For Ourselves Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,604 views

    The second in the series on the Winter Games, looks at the areas in our Christian life that we are personally responsible for

    Everything has been done, you’ve dreamed, you’ve sacrificed, you’ve trained. And now as you stand looking down at the slope below you, you realize that everything now depends on you. As you prepared for this day you had your coach, your trainer and your family supporting you and encouraging you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    10 Commandments: How Should Christians Observe Them?

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 5, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
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    Compares Old Testament observance of the commandments with Jesus’ expectations.

    THE 10 COMMANDMENTS HOW SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE THEM? All of the great religions that proclaim belief in one God submit to the 10 Commandments. Yet, how do we, as Christians, understand and obey these so-called Jewish commandments? Please read Exodus 20:1-17 For the Christian, the 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Grace Is Not A License To Sin

    Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 4, 2013
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    Just because we're saved by grace, that doesn't give us a license to sin. In this lesson we'll expound upon Paul's words in Romans 6:1, "Shall we continue to sin that grace may abound?"

    “What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?” Romans 6:1 On the surface it seems strange that anyone, especially Christians, would think that it would be okay to continue to sin so that God’s grace may abound toward us. Yet, it seems that was the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Michael Goodfellow avatar

    Salvation: Announced, Confirmed, Neglected Series

    Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Oct 20, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,168 views

    The author’s call not to drift away is a powerful call on our current church practice.

    This morning in our journey through Hebrews, we get to the first of the important commands which the author gives to his community. And the thing we have to understand about scripture is that when commands are given to people, they do not simply come from the author’s mind, based on personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Edward Job avatar

    Debt Free Living

    Contributed by Edward Job on Jun 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,047 views

    If you follow these simple principles of finance, your bills will be paid, your testimony will be protected, your marriage will be enhanced, and your Savior will be honored!

    Money, Money, Money ! –Rev. Dr. Edward Job Matthew 6: 36 “Money isn’t everything in life, but it’s far ahead of whatever is in second place.” That famous quip is wrong; money is not life’s most important ingredient. Nevertheless, the significance of money should not be treated lightly. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Christian Governance-&-Work-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 14, 2017
     | 4,864 views

    1 of 4. Peter confirmed the role of Christian submission in relation to the obligations of servants. Christian submission is crucial in or pertinent to our work obligations. But How? Christian governance is at WORK thru submission to...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 Attention: Marc Taylor, a fresh graduate from college with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience To God

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,323 views

    God has ordained civil government so we are to be in total compliance with civil authorities. Or are we?

    July 6, 2003 Morning Service Text: Romans 13:1-7 Subject: Obedience to the Law Title: Whom Shall We Obey? As the Fourth of July weekend comes to a close we want to remember our country with a salute to the freedoms and liberties that we have. Let’s just stop for a moment and ponder these things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Are Your Prayers On Vacation?

    Contributed by Greg Frazier on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,406 views

    In order to know God you have to spend time talking to Him. You cannot take a vacation from prayer.

    Are Your Prayers On Vacation? Talking to God Daniel 6:1-28 / Ephesians 6:18 During this month we are looking at the themes from this years VBS - Serengeti Trek. Serengeti Trek takes place during the last week of this month and by then we will have a good grasp of what the children will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Employers And Employees Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,371 views

    Eph 5:21 says "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ." Paul's third example is the relationship between employers and employees.

    RELATIONSHIPS – EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES King Edward of England appointed William Wickham to build a church. William Wickham performed his duty and finished by writing in one of the windows, "This work made William Wickham." When the king saw this he confronted William for assuming the honor ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Tim White avatar

    Family Strong: Finances Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 26, 2015
     | 5,130 views

    The scriptures address one of the most troubling issues of marriage.

    Family Strong: Finances Matthew 6:19-24 Please be patient with the message today. It is one of our least favorites, typically. But before we begin, I am going to ask Stephen to come and share a testimony. • Stephen’s Testimony • In Family Strong, we have discussed the marriage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    The Voice Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 20,404 views

    People nowadays talk better than they listen. We have tuned out God when He is trying to lead us. This message endeavors to get us thinking about listening to God once again.

    The Voice of the Lord Griffith Baptist Church – 1/13/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 29 Introduction A former park ranger at Yellowstone National Park tells the story of a ranger leading a group of hikers to a fire lookout. The ranger was so intent on telling the hikers about the flowers and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 1 - Genesis 22:1-11 – God, What Were You Thinking? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 4, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,745 views

    If I am looking for evidence or justification that God is not concerned about me, that He randomly chooses to answer my prayers in totally abstract, dispassionate and sometimes brutal ways, imposing impossible standards upon me, then here it is. OR IS IT?

    Part 1 - Genesis 22:1-11 – GOD, WHAT WERE YOU THINKING? She was ferocious and yet frail. When I told her that I was a Chaplain she took the opportunity to bombard me with accusations and questions. “What is the use of prayer if God is going to let those 29 miners die anyway? All those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 5 - Take A Bath! You Smell Like A Hypocrite! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 27, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,773 views

    Take a bath! You smell like a hypocrite! Better to live like the unbeliever you are than to act like a Christian on Sundays. Because at least you won’t be deceiving yourself. Take the Purity in heart test from Matthew 5 and examine your motives!

    Matthew 5 - Take a bath! You smell like a hypocrite! I don’t know about you but I don’t like the term "pure in heart". It seems like woose talk or I think of someone with an intellectual disability or so totally naïve they don’t see bad things happening all around them. Maybe even children, up to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Isaac Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 14, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,903 views

    Today I want to talk about Isaac, son of Abraham, who was unstoppable

    Unstoppable! Genesis 26:13”The man began to prosper, and continued prospering until he became very prosperous..” Rafael Nadal smashed Novak Djokovic when he won his seventh French open title in Paris on Monday. He has won so far four Grand Slam crowns. Phenomenal feat! We also have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Season Of Supernatural Breakthrough (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 22, 2025
     | 1,260 views

    A supernatural breakthrough is a divine intervention that defies human limitations and brings about extraordinary results. It is when God steps into a situation and turns impossibilities into possibilities.

    SEASON OF SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGH (PART 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19 Supporting Texts: Job 14:7-9, Micah 2:13, Luke 5:4-7 INTRODUCTION: A supernatural breakthrough is a divine intervention that defies human limitations and brings about extraordinary results. It is when God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God