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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    This Little Light Of Mine, I'm Going To Let It Shine

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,225 views

    As the candle gives itself for the light, so must we learn the gift that gives to to Light can make a big difference.

    THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE, I ’M GOING TO LET IT SHINE!! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I start burning big candle prior to service. As I start preaching I light a candle in a globe, I light a tall skinny candle, and I light some very small candles. You will see the points ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    One Person Can Make A Difference

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 106 ratings
     | 44,012 views

    I am only one,but still I am one. I cannot do everything; but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.

    TEXT: Esther Chapter 4 TITLE: ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE In an overpopulated world, it’s easy to underestimate the significance of one. There are so many people who have so many gifts and skills who are already doing so many things that are so important, who needs me? What can I as one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Game Of Life

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 19, 2013
     | 7,026 views

    A sermon based on Luke 16:19-31 focused on stewardship (Material adapted from J.C. Ryle at: http://www.biblebb.com/files/ryle/pract13.htm)

    HoHum: A Sunday School teacher told her class of 2nd graders the story found in Luke 16 of the Rich man and Lazarus. In conclusion, the teacher asked her students the question: "Now, which man would you rather be, Lazarus or the rich man?" One little boy’s hand shot up immediately and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Injustices Of Life

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 18, 2022
     | 2,997 views

    Life can throw many hard things at us. We may even be tempted to let our hope in God fade. We want to scream, “Where is the justice?” As we move along a little further in Joseph's life God would want us to be encouraged that he will always see his children through.

    Today I want to talk about the injustices of life. Have you walked through a season when you couldn't seem to catch a break? Did you ever wonder if good days would ever return? Maybe you lost a job around the same time a loved one died. Or you were going through a painful divorce just as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Smith avatar

    God Wants You To Succeed

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 90 ratings
     | 37,997 views

    There are many people today who find themselves wondering if God is willing for them to be successful or if He has destined them for failure. This sermone gives encouragement

    “God Wants You To Succeed” TEXT: Jer. 29:11, Deut 28:13, 2 Chron 26:5 Jer 29:11 (KJV)11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Deut 28:13 (KJV) 13 And the LORD shall make thee the head, and not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Walking Dead, The Widow's Son Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,160 views

    On the day of your life there should be a collision, both mourning and celebrating. How will you write the script for that day?

    It is a story told only in the gospel of Luke. Jesus is coming into the community of Nain and around him a crowd of his followers jostled one another to get closer to their friend and teacher. And as often is the case when a group of like-minded people gather together the sound of laughter rose ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on May 20, 2018
     | 12,117 views

    Explanation of Jesus saying He is the bread of life

    Bread Of Life CCCAG May 20th, 2018 Scripture- John 6:25-70 I’m grateful someone made a movie about John’s Gospel, because it helps bring to life a lot of the harder teachings in this part of the bible. This morning we are going to tackle a lengthy and very complex section of John’s Gospel. A few ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Wallace avatar

    A Hole In Our Soul Series

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,489 views

    Mentoring is desperately needed in the modern church.

    A Hole in Our Soul Deuteronomy 4:5-10; 6:1-9 Introduction: I want to speak on a very important biblical topic that has become a buzz word recently in secular circles. The word is Mentor. I have recently seen two different commercials on TV in which stars like "Monica" from "Touched by an Angel" ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    Choose Life

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 16, 2022
     | 3,572 views

    This sermon addresses Mose's encouragement to the people as they prepare to enter into the promised land, and how it is a reminder to all Christians when faced with various temptations to make life giving choices.

    Good morning. Does anybody remember this game of Life? It is a game that basically simulates life. All the choices you have to make in life. Remember the first choice you have to make in the Game of Life? College or career. That is the first choice. Then you go on and make choices whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    3 Gifts Of Christmas

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 18, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 11,309 views

    looking at the meaning behind the three gifts that were presented by the wise men for Christmas

    Intro: the story is told that some soldiers leaving an island at the end of World War 2 conveyed Christmas to the islanders with gifts and Christmas songs. Years later one of these men visited that island and was shocked to find a church there. He was invited to attend the service, which consisted ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Newell avatar

    A Powerful Testimony Series

    Contributed by Paul Newell on Jul 11, 2003
    based on 166 ratings
     | 42,699 views

    Power of Testimony - Four Strategies To Making Your Walk Match Your Talk This is part two of a two part series - Part One is "Losing Your Testimony"

    It’s only natural – we want to share our story! Your story can have a powerful impact on someone else’s life, even if it’s just a little part of that story! This past week gave us several great examples of that truth. While enjoying the 4th of July fireworks at Stewart Park in Beaumont, Mary ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    The First Missionary Journey (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 20, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 12,912 views

    This sermon demonstrates the great commitment that the apostle Paul had to the great commission and the great commandment and calls all of us to that that same commitment.

    The First Missionary Journey (Part 2) Acts 14 July 21, 2002 Intro: A. [NO SCAR? By Amy Carmichael] Hast thou no scar? No hidden scar on foot, or side, or hand? I hear thee sung as mighty in the land, I hear them hail thy bright ascendant star, Hast thou no scar? Hast thou no wound? Yet I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Eight Ways To Be An Effective Witness

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,627 views

    Eight Ways To Be An Effective Witness

    Acts 1:8 Eight Ways To Be An Effective Witness Woodlawn Baptist Church September 12, 2004 Introduction Tonight I want to share with you a message that I have preached before on the subject of witnessing. I preached it about two and a half years ago, after hearing Pastor Charlie Ellison preach it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    What's Wrong With Our Fishing

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
     | 6,741 views

    Why are we not winning more people to Christ?

    LUKE 5:1-9 “WHAT’S WRONG WITH OUR FISHING?” A) Back in July, I attended the National Association Of FWB’s in Memphis, Tenn. * It was my very first, and I’m telling you, I loved it! * There was great preaching ... Booths set up in the Convention Center ... Church growth ... * I read stories of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Is Jesus Your Teacher? Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 9, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,324 views

    If a fully trained student is like his teacher, we need to seriously consider who we allow to hold that position in our life and in our children’s lives.

    In this part of Luke’s gospel we see how Jesus began to get into trouble with the religious leaders. Chapter 5 tells us how he touches a leper and later announces to a man that his sins are forgiven, then he demonstrates his authority to forgive by healing the man. He doesn’t fast like he’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ