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    Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 11- "Stuff That Works" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 20, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,910 views

    Part 11 of our Bona Fide series

    Bona Fide A study of James Part 11 “Stuff that works” I am often told by people who don’t know me or how I work very well “ You need a new truck, when they see my old Ford” Or you need a new trailer when they see me rocking it back and forth in order to secure the cross latch Sometimes well ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Currency Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 9, 2025
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    This sermon declares that faith is the non-negotiable requirement to please God, defining this essential faith as both believing He exists and trusting that He is a good God who rewards those who actively seek Him.

    Introduction In our hearts, there is a deep, human desire for approval. We want to please our parents, our spouse, our boss. But the most important question a person can ever ask is, "What pleases God?" Throughout history, humanity has tried to answer that question with countless efforts: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Please Pick Me Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 28, 2011
     | 4,933 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 5 verses 27 through 32

    Luke 5: 27 – 32 Please Pick Me 27 After these things He went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, “Follow Me.” 28 So he left all, rose up, and followed Him. 29 Then Levi gave Him a great feast in his own house. And there were a ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Freedom To Disappoint Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 18, 2018
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     | 12,426 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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    Your "Id" Please...

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 9, 2013
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    To aspire for the unique identity John (Son of Zebedee) had amongst the disciples "The Disciple whom JESUS LOVED".

    YOUR "ID" PLEASE... It's quiz time folks. Not a tough (for regular Bible readers') question comes your way. Name the disciple whom Jesus loved. If your answer is John, Son of Zebedee, brother of James, pat yourself on the back. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Pleas, Please & Salvation By Grace Series

    Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Oct 13, 2004
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     | 4,062 views

    When God has you down you tend to look up, and if God has you down, there is a way out--his way. Faith and not pleas is the key.

    PLEASE, PLEAS & SALVATION BY GRACE: Undeserved delivery Jonah 2, Psalm 100, Hosea 2:19-20 This morning… let your mind go back to about the time of Christ in Jerusalem. You are going into the temple to celebrate Yom Kippur—the Great Day of Atonement. This is the day that your sins will be covered ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    All For Nothing

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 15, 2022
     | 1,578 views

    I would like to ask a simple question today. What confidence do you have in your salvation? In other words; what do you base your salvation on?

    “All For Nothing” Philippians 3:4-7 I would like to ask a simple question today. What confidence do you have in your salvation? In other words; what do you base your salvation on? I meet with many people and I try to enquire as to their salvation. Many will ask a simple question; are you saved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have You Seen Jesus

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2013
     | 5,868 views

    We need to have a definite encounter with Jesus to be able to live a life pleasing unto God, and to be a blessing to other people around us.

    Topic: Have You Seen Jesus? Bible Text: Luke 2: 22 - 38 Lesson Aim: Members will • Understand what it means to have seen Jesus. • Identify the requirements or prerequiste of seing Jesus. • Learn of Biblical examples of Men and Women who saw Jesus. Introduction: This topic today is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Journey Begins Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2012
     | 5,706 views

    Faith, following God, please God

    THE JOURNEY BEGINS Hebrews 11:6 (6851) January 16, 2011 INTRODUCTION: When he was 88, the Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes found himself on a train. The conductor called for tickets, but Justice Holmes couldn't find his ticket and seemed terribly upset. He searched his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wayfaring Strangers Part 6" I Want To Live Like That" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 27, 2018
     | 6,246 views

    Part 6 of our 1st Peter study

    Wayfaring Strangers A study of 1 Peter Part 6 “I want to live like that” 1 Peter 1:13-25 The Christian Group Sidewalk prophets sings a long titled live like that I is a challenge to live a better life for Christ Let me read you just a few lines of it Sometimes I think What will people say of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Was The Lord Pleased To Crush Jesus?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024
     | 369 views

    God didn’t watch and enjoy the show; God gave everything so that we could participate in that “divine comedy” and experience for ourselves the happy ending.

    Twenty Ninth Sunday in Course 2024 Each week our prayer group spends the better part of an hour reading and praying over the Scripture we hear on the next Sunday. That’s a great idea for a prayer group, particularly if there’s a trained leader present. We share what we have learned in class or ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Representation Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023
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    Encourages believers to live godly lives as examples to others, reflecting Christ's love, grace, and truth through their actions and words.

    Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the grace of our Lord, the one who is our strength and our shield, the one who is our fortress and our deliverer. We are here to engage with the Lord's word, to commune with Him, and to seek His guidance in our daily lives. We are here to ...read more

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    Giving - With What Kind Of Givers Is God Pleased? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 25, 2008
     | 4,095 views

    In this last lesson from the series we look at some princples of giving found in Paul’s correspondence with the Corinthian church, and I try to inspire us with the joy of giving.

    Introduction: A. One Sunday a preacher told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate that morning. 1. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns. 2. After the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Giving - With What Kind Of Givers Is God Pleased? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 5, 2015
     | 9,541 views

    In this sermon, we learn four principles about giving found in God's word.

    Introduction: A. One Sunday a preacher told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate that morning. 1. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns. 2. After the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Must God Be Pleased? Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
     | 945 views

    If My people please me, then I will favor them.

    A. GOD WAS PLEASED WITH HIS CREATION: GENESIS 1:1-31 Day 1 – light, “It was good.” Day 2 – separate waters and create atmosphere, “It was good.” Day 3 – vegetation, giving life, “It was good.” Day 4 – sun and moon, “It was good.” Day 5 – animals, fish, and birds, “It was good.” Day 6 – male ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist