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  • Billy Ricks avatar

    God's Answer For Anxiety

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 5, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,319 views

    The biblical answer for Anxiety. Seek first God’s Kingdom. Be anxious for nothing by being prayerful about everything.

    Intro: How many of you woke up today and said to yourself, “Today self I think I will have a hot cup of anxiety, some fried anxiety as well as a piece of toasted anxiety.” Well of course probably none of you! But the reality is that anxiety as we commonly use the term is a part of many Americans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Righteousness Version 2

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 12, 2024
     | 419 views

    A updated version of the first sermon I wrote on this.

    “What is Righteousness?” Matthew 1:18-25 What is the first image that pops into your head when you hear the word “righteous?” Do you think of some fire and brimstone preacher with a red face who points a finger at sinners and declares them guilty in the eyes of an angry god? Or do you think ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    #1remove The Weight:introduction Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 135 ratings
     | 9,417 views

    This is an overall introduction of a 12 part illustrated series REMOVE THE WEIGHTS.

    #1 Introduction to the series REMOVE THE WEIGHTS ... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 12: 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT AND SIN WHICH DOTH SO EASILY BESET US, AND LET SO RUN WITH PATIENCE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Butchered Bible 1 Series

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 10, 2014
     | 3,771 views

    God gives us more than we can handle so that we will trust Him in the situation.

    The Butchered Bible 1 January 26, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God gives us more than we can handle so that we will trust Him in the situation. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 10:13 Supplemental Passage: Trust in the LORD with all your heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    A Call To The Whosoever.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 30, 2026
     | 13 views

    When we are yoked to Him the trials of life are easily borne.

    A CALL TO THE WHOSOEVER. Matthew 11:28-30. There is a fine line between the Sovereignty of God and human responsibility. God reveals Himself to whomsoever He will, 'for so it seemed good in Thy sight' (cf. Matthew 11:26; cf. Deuteronomy 7:7-8; John 15:16; 1 John 4:19). Yet Jesus calls, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Scrooges: Man’s Personal Power To Thwart God’s Plan Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Nov 25, 2020
     | 2,571 views

    The Star and Stars of Christmas is a series of messages for Advent. Using the idea of a play on a stage. Each message will look at different characters in the Christmas story. The introduction takes a critical look at how many in our society are portrayed as celebrities—bigger than life.

    It is amazing how understanding a person and a historical event gives a different way of looking at history. I enjoy reality fiction, especially in movies. For example, “The Man Who Invented Christmas” appears to be a fantasy movie. It is reality fiction. The story tells how Charles Dickens ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In The Waiting

    Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 419 views

    This sermon introduces the Advent season through Isaiah 9:2–7 and the prophetic promise of Jesus’ birth. It explores how Christ’s arrival—past and future—meets our deepest needs with wisdom, strength, eternal life, and peace.

    Presents The last few weeks we were in our “Cautionary Tale” series - about leadership and really highlighting the critical importance of obedience, trust, and humility before God. Really an incredible reminder and lesson that our actions and choices have profound spiritual implications. And I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    The Freedom To Disappoint Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,530 views

    If we are to be faithful disciples of Christ, and follow His example, we must be willing to disappoint others.

    Good morning! I’d like to jump right in, and begin this morning with a precious promise, one that comes directly from Christ: “28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Gives Rest

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Jul 1, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 12,409 views

    We find true rest from guilt and fear in our Savior’s faithful love

    How tired are you? Recent studies have shown that the average American doesn’t get nearly enough sleep. Employers are concerned about this. As a result, some workplaces are actually encouraging their employees to take brief naps after lunch, so they can be more productive in the late afternoon ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 21, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,355 views

    Obligation is good. Love is better!

    The Heart of the Matter, Luke 10:38-42 Introduction My first staff position in a church was as the Associate Pastor of The Kirk Community Church in Dunedin, Florida. I normally arrived at church early but on this particular morning my wife and I had arrived just a few minutes before the worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    Called To Freedom Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,709 views

    We are called by god to be free from sin and the ways of the world, not to be caught up in legalism or keeping score of good deed. what Christ did for us was to free us up to do His will.

    Galatians 5:1–6 (NKJV) We’re talking about freedom today. The freedom we have in Christ. But many misunderstand that freedom. Galatians 5:1 (NKJV) Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage. When I study a Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    Letting God Be God In Waterless Places Series

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 16,952 views

    The most difficult and pervasive problem the human creature has is the problem of letting God Be God! This fifth message deals with how we can allow God to eb God in the Difficult Places of Life.

    The most difficult and pervasive problem the human creature has is the problem of letting God Be God! Because of the fact that at times, All of us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. For we Opt For Kadesh (the Sacrilegious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Who Wants To Be A Beggar?

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,039 views

    Are you poor in spirit?

    Matthew 5:3 Who Wants To Be A Beggar? Woodlawn Baptist Church February 15, 2004 “A man walked into the doctor’s office and said, “Doctor, I have this awful headache that never leaves me. Could you give me something for it?” “I will,” said the doctor, “but I want to check a few things out first. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Wholly Devoted Hands Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 29, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,854 views

    To have wholly devoted hands, we need to have hands like Jesus' hands.

    Introduction: A. Today we continue our Wholly Devoted Series. 1. We are exploring how to be wholly devoted to God with all that we are and all that we have. 2. Let’s review the two verses that have provided the Scriptural foundation for the series. a. Jesus said: “Love the Lord your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Redmond avatar

    The Life-Changing Glory Of God

    Contributed by Scott Redmond on Sep 3, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,790 views

    As Moses spoke to God face to face and was changed by His glory so that his face shown, how much more are we to become full of God's life-changing presence and bring His light and glory to the world around us?

    › INTRODUCTION After Moses encountered the glory of God by speaking face to face with God - he was never that same. Moses was hungry for God's presence so that he cried, "Show me thy glory!" What are the life-changing effects of God's glory and manifested presence? God filled ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational