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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Life Of Jonah

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 12, 2022
     | 2,420 views

    Some people describe others by saying, “They have an attitude problem.”

    Illus: There used to be a song that some churches in the South liked to sing called, “I woke up this morning feeling fine! I woke up with heaven on my mind.” But I have a confession, sometimes I wake up and I am not feeling fine, and I certainly do not have heaven on my mind. Generally, when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Or Death

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008
     | 3,667 views

    The Bible is an amazing thing! In this passage, we see it is a spirutal circulatory system, bringing life. But there is danger out there, and we have to keep the blood flowing or we will die.

    Passage: 2 Timothy 2:14-26 Intro: The Lord through His word showed me something this week that I have been dying to share with you. 1. so without my normal introduction, I want to share an incredibly powerful image from God’s Word with you. 3. it has revolutionized my view of Scripture, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The New You Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 12, 2023
     | 1,576 views

    in the midst of your suffering look forward to your completed, celestial, and Christlike body.

    Several years ago (2013), The Week magazine quoted TV chef Anthony Bourdain, who advised, “Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride.” Then they posed the question: “What would be a good name for a theme park ride based on the typical American's body?” Here were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Ashes, Ashes, We All Fall Down

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,580 views

    ASH WEDNESDAY MESSAGE: We resist the "allness" of sin. David shows us that we must acknowledge it as our own, and that it has to do with our relationship to God, not just breaking rules. We have an even greater resource for our broken hearts than he had

    His words were uttered in a commanding tone. It was clear that he was displeased. And to his displeasure he added a twist, as he said to his young son, “I said shovel all the snow off all the walks. What part of ‘all’ do you not understand?” And if, as a twelve-year-old who had soon grown tired ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    "Glorify God In Your Body”

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 6, 2022
     | 2,049 views

    After a person becomes a child of God, his purpose in life is forever settled.

    Paul states very clearly how it should be. Look at Phil 1:21. We read, “For to me to live is Christ...” That is so simple, it makes one wonder why some Christians can not comprehend it. There are at least two reasons why they can not. (1) There is some kind of mental problem. For example, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    "Glorify God In Your Body”

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022
     | 2,023 views

    After a person becomes a child of God, his purpose in life is forever settled.

    Paul states very clearly how it should be. Look at Phil 1:21. We read, “For to me to live is Christ...” That is so simple, it makes one wonder why some Christians can not comprehend it. There are at least two reasons why they can not. (1) There is some kind of mental problem. For example, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Edward Walker avatar

    The Winning Life

    Contributed by Edward Walker on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,344 views

    Discover the ingredients to the Winning Life: Remember what God has done; Worship God alone; and Follow God’s Way.

    The Winning Life Jeremiah 18:15 and Selected Verses Introduction 1. This past week the Cardinals won the World Series. Sports Illustrated writer summed it up this way: “Given up for dead several times during the regular season, nearly toes-up in the final days of it and afforded a zero chance ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Matt Condon avatar

    Living Rightside-Up In An Upside-Down World Series

    Contributed by Matt Condon on Dec 2, 2000
    based on 131 ratings
     | 14,798 views

    Early Christians were accused of turning the world "upside-down". The ironic thing is that it already was.

    Upside-Down World Acts 17:1-9 I was 11 years old and it was summer and I was in my element. Every morning we’d pack up our stuff, climb on our bikes and head down to the neighborhood swimming pool. There were usually a gang of about 6 of us, sometimes more, sometimes less. We got to the swimming ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Labor Is Life

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 11, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,881 views

    Carlyle said, "labor is life." While that is a true satement it can be misleading.

    LABOR IS LIFE John 6:27 I. “Loafers,” those looking for a “free lunch” (3 kinds of loafers) A. Lazy “Loafers” B. Loaves “Loafers” C. Lotto “Loafers” II. Laborers, those hoping to work for salvation III. “Lifers,” those accepting the gift Jesus offers. A. Eternal Life B. Heavenly Life (verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Storms Of Life Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 31, 2025
     | 165 views

    THE STORMS OF LIFE

    Acts 27:21-44 THE STORMS OF LIFE 1. THE FACT OF THE STORM IS TO BE EXPECTED - 14 But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Have A Happy Ending In Your Life . Pay Heed To These Warning Symbols

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,541 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW TO HAVE A HAPPY ENDING IN YOUR LIFE BY PAYING HEED TO THESE WARNING SYMBOLS NAMELY 1.LUCIFER 2.CAIN 3.KORAH 4.ISRAELITES 5.SAUL 6.GEHAZI 7.JUDAS

    HAVE A HAPPY ENDING IN YOUR LIFE . PAY HEED TO THESE WARNING SYMBOLS ************************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.LUCIFER 2.CAIN 3.KORAH 4.ISRAELITES 5.SAUL 6.GEHAZI 7.JUDAS INTRODUCTION The Lord wants us to have a happy ending ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Your Final Journey Home

    Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,956 views

    God has a final destination in mind for us and we need not fear the storms of life that will come along the way.

    Your Final Journey Home by Pastor Jim May Scripture resources – Acts 27:13 – 44 God had given Paul a definite vision. That vision was to preach the gospel at Rome. But before Paul would be given that opportunity to preach to Caesar, he would have to face a time of trials and testing that would ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Brevity Of Life

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on May 20, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 28,917 views

    A reflection on how short our lives really are and the importance of making the greatest impact for God out of the short time that we have.

    The Brevity of Life Introduction: In case you don't know brevity means shortness or briefness. Memorial Day weekend is a time to reflect on those who have passed away, mainly from military service. But the holiday has been broadened recently to remember loved ones who have also passed away. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Moving Past Religion That Weighs You Down Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 18, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,170 views

    This message looks at the burdensome approach to religion that the Pharisees had and what Jesus offers instead.

    PHARISEE RELIGION: “Got-to’s” and guilt lead to a heavy burden. - Matthew 23:4. - Cf. v. 3 – The Pharisees don’t practice what they preach, so they’re putting out a standard, but the “unwashed masses” don’t know how to avoid the guilt. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God’s Faithfulness: Trusting Him Through Life’s Seasons

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025
     | 876 views

    Seasons may change, but God remains ever faithful. In times of joy or sorrow, gain or loss, light or darkness—He is trustworthy. Your confidence in God must not be based on what you feel but on what you know of His character.

    GOD’S FAITHFULNESS: TRUSTING HIM THROUGH LIFE’S SEASONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 “It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God