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  • H.B. Charles Jr. avatar

    A Hymn Of Faith

    Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Nov 4, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 37,315 views

    A Hymn of Faith is an exposition of Habakkuk 3:17-19. Sermon Point: Because faith honors God, God honors faith. (1) The reality that confronts the life of faith; (2) The rejoicing that characterizes the life of faith; (3) The resource that comforts the li

    I have a book of devotionals by JOHN FISCHER, entitled, Real Christians Don’t Ask Why. The Don’t is crossed out in the title. How I wish that it were also crossed out in our hearts and minds, so that we can confront the questions we pretend aren’t there. All of us have questions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speaking Tears

    Contributed by James Dina on Sep 5, 2020
    based on 1 rating
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    God is above, and yet our tears fall into His bosom. The tears have much weight in them, and are pressing upon God. He will visit you, wipe your tears and make you laugh again.

    SPEAKING TEARS "My friends scorn me: but mine eye pours out tears unto God” (Job 16:20) Tears are words, virtual words, that the heart can't express, they speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues(Quote by Washington ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Control Your Stress Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 11, 2015
     | 7,064 views

    How do you respond , what do you do when tribulation, trials, or difficult times attach themselves to your life? Do you tribulate or rejoice?

    “Living a Joy-full Life: Control Your Stress” Phil. 4:1-9 I love the old story about a devout servant who was agonizing excessively over a certain experience when she was asked by her mistress, “Why do you agonize so long and so deeply over your misfortune? After all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Christmas That Won’t Disappoint Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 26, 2025
     | 237 views

    No matter how much we enjoy the gifts we receive at Christmas, they will eventually disappoint us, as will everything in this world - possessions, achievements, experiences, and relationships. But when Christ returns, we will find that what God has planned for us will never disappoint us.

    All right. Good morning. Did everyone get what they wanted for Christmas? Any surprises? I read an article a while back in which various celebrities were asked to name their most memorable Christmas presents, and the answers might surprise you. These were A-list celebrities; people with money and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Ran The Race-----And Won! Series

    Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Oct 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,616 views

    Paul writes as a Pastor to his beloved church. He tells them of what joy he receives of their ministry. He encourages them to keep on doing the right things and not agrue, grumble, or fight. Be of one accord.

    I RAN THE RACE AND WON! 10-3-10 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Pastor Richard T. McQuinn TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:1-30 INTRODUCTION: This is a second of a series of sermons from the book of Philippians. The Apostle Paul is writing to perhaps his favorite church. It is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Mary's Visit With Elizabeth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 3, 2020
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     | 8,754 views

    Given the immense social pressures & stigma that Mary was about to endure as an unwed mother, she sought & found solace with Elizabeth, who would believe the divine nature of her conception & understand its significance

    LUKE 1: 39-45 MARY’S VISIT TO ELIZABETH We have before us the joyful encounter between two expectant mothers, Elisabeth and Mary. The angel Gabriel initiated it by relaying to Mary the grace God bestowed on her cousin Elisabeth (v. 36), in her old age. So Mary goes to visit Elizabeth to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Unity That Guides Our Steps

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 21, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,466 views

    Unity, Devotion, Joy, Awe

    FOLLOWING JESUS INTO THE UNKNOWN 2018 - A Unity That Guides Our Steps February 25, 2018 Acts 2:42-47 (p. 759) Introduction: When I was 6 years old my family took a trip out west…we traveled in a Dodge Van that converted into a little camper…5 of us crammed into this little ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Building A Great Church Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 11, 2020
     | 5,172 views

    Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. It takes work to make them strong. Let's look at some ways from the scriptures.

    Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. There are some very important ingredients – key parts. I feel the starting point to understand and remember, “It’s God’s church and it’s God’s plan.” 1. Ephesians 5:25; The church is the object of Christ’s love. 2. 1 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Than I Deserve Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,049 views

    Message 4 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

    Since the early 1970’s there have been dozens of books and hundreds of articles written from a supposedly Christian perspective that tell us how to build our self-esteem, our mate’s self-esteem, and our children’s self-esteem. We have been assured by the supposed “experts” on human behavior that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All The Wrong Places Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,387 views

    Message 5 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

    ILLUSTRATION – Doing the brakes on my daughter’s car…lost the lug nut key. After searching for DAYS in the garage, I eventually found it at the end of the driveway 100 yards away… I was looking in all the wrong places. And this illustration is the picture I want to paint this morning of our quest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fully Yielding To Christ Gives Power Over Satan, Sin And Self

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 8, 2022
     | 3,565 views

    Christ won the victory at Calvary and gave it unto us. We can be sure and certain that sin’s power is broken because Christ’s victory was complete. Every believer must realize that sin’s power is broken, and we are free.

    Sermon – “Fully Yielding To Christ Gives Power Over Satan, Sin and Self” Scripture Lesson - Romans 6:9-14 “We are sure of this because Christ was raised from the dead, and he will never die again. Death no longer has any power over him.10 When he died, he died once to break the power of sin. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Four Hallelujah's Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,342 views

    All appears to be lost. Just when it seems certain that there is no hope the Righteous King of the universe breaks through the clouds and reverses everything the antichrist and the Beast had inflicted on this earth.

    Revelation 19:1-6 Purpose: To highlight the joy that awaits believers. Aim: I want the listener to examine their hearts to make sure they belong to Christ. INTRODUCTION: As Chapter 18 of Revelation closes, the kingdom of the Antichrist and the Beast has destroyed peace and prosperity on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dwight Davis avatar

    Guard Your Heart

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Sep 5, 2025
     | 631 views

    God, through His servant Solomon tells us in Proverbs 4:23, "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.." Why is this important advice? How can we successfully do it?

    Philippians 4:8-9 “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Fountain Of Youth

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Apr 24, 2013
    based on 20 ratings
     | 18,836 views

    Share how we can gain youthfulness through the Jesus Christ and the enjoyment of life.

    
Have you ever felt old, worn-out and used-up? Do you feel like everyone around you is draining you dry of any life that you have? The kids are always making constant demands on you, the boss gets raises and promotions as a result of work that you have done, your teacher expects you to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Rejoice! (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019
     | 5,030 views

    In Philippians 4, Paul encourages beleivers to expereince true joy in communion, concentration, and Christ.

    Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/25/2015 I came across a Peanuts cartoon this week. Charlie Brown and his friend Linus are gazing off into the distance overlooking a short brick wall, when Charlie asks, “Do you ever think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church