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  • Glenn Durham avatar

    God Brings Good From Evil Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Oct 29, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,251 views

    God points us through the cross to the wonder of his glory in order to understand evil and suffering in this present world.

    Scripture Introduction Who killed Jesus? The Apostles’ Creed says he “suffered under Pontius Pilate.” Or maybe the blame belongs to the soldiers who drove the nails? Or should we condemn the Jews who demanded freedom for the criminal Barabbas and death for this one called, “Christ,” and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Word Of Life Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 13, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,387 views

    If you want to experience the true joy of Christmas, experience Christ personally and share Him with others.

    In the classic movie, A Christmas Story, young Ralphie wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, but his mom’s only response is, “You'll shoot your eye out!” In fact, all the adults in Ralphie’s life have the same response, including his teacher and even Santa Clause. Take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Call Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 22, 2024
     | 1,286 views

    Psalm 66 is a corporate Psalm of Thanksgiving or Praise in response to the work of God in the lives of the people of Judah. This introductory message looks at the first four verses and the summons to praise - reflecting on the context of praise, the command to praise, and the content of our praise.

    Psalm 66:1–4 ESV Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you. All the earth worships you and sings praises to you; they sing praises to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You're Angry With God, Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,370 views

    Nineveh may have been the largest number of people turning to God for the next 2,700 years. But it left Jonah angry at God.

    It was an event described simply as an awesome experience. There were 1.3 million people gathered. The year was 1974 and the place was Seoul, Korea. The gigantic crowd was gathered for what was called Explo ’74. Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for Christ described what it was like for him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eternity Begins

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 28, 2011
     | 5,877 views

    Heaven at last.

    ETERNITY BEGINS REV.21; 1And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. 2And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Grand Promise Of Living Water

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 20, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,814 views

    Jesus freely proclaimed his message of salvation to all. His grace is free, it is effectual in its operation, and its results are abiding, elevating, purifying, and saving power. By Faith we receive the grace of God, and our soul lives.

    Jesus delayed his coming to the feast of Tabernacle because his hour was not yet. Although his brothers attempted to push him forth, Jesus understood his assignment. Jesus arrived and stayed in the background till the fitting moment, and then he came boldly forward to deliver one of the freest and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Laugh And Play Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 16, 2010
     | 6,481 views

    Play is an important relationship skill and we need more of it in our lives.

    Laugh and Play: Doing Life: Relationship Skills from the Bible for Today June 6, 2010 Intro: Do you think Jesus was ticklish? Surely some of the disciples were, and I wonder if any of them giggled at the last supper when Jesus washed their feet. What about play – do you think Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Year Of The Bible

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,823 views

    True transformation in 2013, or any year, will come from us studying and being obedient to God’s word-learning and being obedient to Jesus

    According to Chinese tradition 2012 was the year of the water dragon and 2013 the water snake Malaysian Taxi Driver I was invited to speak at a Church Convention in Malaysia, and a friend from college heard I was only a few hours from Kuala Lumpur and asked me to come do some training for his ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God Finishes What He Starts Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,174 views

    This message explores the thought that as a result of the confidence we have in God working out His purpose inour lives, we can have joy.

    03 LIVING JOYFULLY IN LIFE GOD FINISHES WHAT HE STARTS PHILIPPIANS 1:6 FOR I AM CONFIDENT OF THIS VERY THING, THAT HE WHO BEGAN A GOOD WORK IN YOU WILL PERFECT IT UNTIL THE DAY OF CHRIST JESUS. PROPOSITION: WE CAN HAVE JOY IN OUR WALK WITH GOD BECAUSE GOD HAS PROMISED TO FINISH WHAT HE HAS STARTED ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed Lives Transformed Churches

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Feb 6, 2012
     | 6,241 views

    Abundant living is an exciting existence because it places us in the center of God’s will. We give him our all and hold nothing back.

    Transformed Lives; Transformed Churches Matthew 19:16-22 A. What does commitment to God look like? 1. Attending church-once, twice or three times a week? 2. Teaching a class, serving on a committee, being morally good? 3. Nor cursing, smoking, drinking or doing drugs? 4. Making good choices, being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas 2010: The Glass Half Full Or The Glass Half Empty Series

    Contributed by Steve Fletcher on Dec 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,428 views

    We often come to Christmas time overwhelmed, stretched, strained and spiritually dried out. Spiritualy, the glass is half empty. The purpose of this sermon is to discover from the life of Mary and Joseph how can we get more ‘water’ in the glass and find

    Introduction Christmas is only 6 days away. At this time of year, do you feel like the cup half full or half empty? My guess is that the cup is half empty – maybe getting more and more empty. About this time, many people are getting pretty drained. Purpose Statement How can we get more ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    How Can I Be Happy When Life Is So Hard? Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on May 16, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,926 views

    How can we be happy when life is hard? When we remember that God is good, and that every trial can cause us to grow and become more like Jesus.

    JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #2: HOW CAN I BE HAPPY WHEN LIFE IS HARD? INTRO TO TOPIC: Discuss the song “Happy” by Pharrell Williams. • Happy reached the top of the US Billboard Hot 100 for the week ending March 1, 2014. • The song has remained at the No. 1 position longer than ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    New Jerusalem

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,692 views

    What blessings and hopes for mankind are unfolded by the descent of this city of God!

    Title: NEW JERUSALEM Text: Revelation 21:2-7, "2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Easy Street Preacher

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025
     | 107 views

    The gospel calls us from comfort to courage—leaving Easy Street to follow Christ on the narrow road where joy and purpose meet.

    1 · Welcome to Easy Street There’s a neighborhood in almost every town called Easy Street. Zillow says the homes are cozy, the lawns are trimmed, and the HOA guarantees peace and quiet—no barking dogs, no loud parties, and certainly no uncomfortable conversations. Everyone wants to live ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    When God Sings Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 8, 2025
     | 203 views

    God rejoices over His children with singing; His unending melody of love began at creation, triumphed at Calvary, and continues through redeemed hearts

    1 – The Unthinkable Sound We sing to God every Sabbath. We open our hymnals, follow the notes, and hope our voices find the right pitch before the second verse ends. Singing feels natural to us — after all, that’s what worshippers do. But Zephaniah flips the page. He says God sings. That’s not ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist