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  • Gary Huckaby avatar

    Little Things In The Christmas Story

    Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 150 ratings
     | 51,132 views

    God often uses little things, little people to do His Great work. Such is the case in the Christmas story. This message shows just what god used in His Christmas message to us in His Holy Word, The Bible.

    Little Things In The Christmas Story By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. "And this shall be a sign unto you; ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger." Luke 2:12 The story of Michaelangelo and his paintings. Someone once asked Michaelangelo, "Why he spent so much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Would Jesus Say To A Backslidden Christian? Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 15, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,547 views

    Jesus writes a letter to the church at Ephesus, revealing their backslidden heart and prescribing a cure.

    1. Illus. of Robert Robinson • Wrote, “Come Thou Fount Of Every Blessing” when he was 23. • Third stanza contains the line, “prone to wander, Lord I feel it, prone to leave the God I love.” Proved prophetic for Robert Robinson, who grew cold and indifferent, abandoned any pretext of living for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Investing In Eternal Things Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 2, 2013
     | 8,920 views

    A message written for the 30 Day Church Challenge

    This message is adapted from material included in the 30 Day Church Challenge Kit from Outreach Marketing and the message written by Pastor Hal Seed. In this world it is not what we take up but what we give up that makes us rich – Henry Ward Beecher The intent of the 30 Day Church Challenge ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    When Little Is Big

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,502 views

    In this sermon you will see how Jesus takes small things and multiplies them into significant things.

    Do you ever feel as if your contributions to God’s kingdom are insignificant? I think all of us struggle with this from time to time. This struggle seems to be magnified by an attitude that permeates our society. We tend to exalt bigness and minimize smallness. Take a little test with me. 1. Which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Crisis And The Unplanned Changes Coming To The Church.

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on May 12, 2020
     | 3,881 views

    How man's plans and God's plan interact in a changing world.

    The new year was greeted with fanfare worldwide. Everyone had hope for a better tomorrow despite the disappointment of the previous year. Church services were jammed with worshippers offering prayers of thanksgiving to the Lord. During that period it is quite normal for churches worldwide to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is The Mission?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 12, 2020
     | 4,015 views

    What is the church’s commission? What is the church’s mission? The study of the church’s mission is called missiology.

    What is the church’s commission? What is the church’s mission? The study of the church’s mission is called missiology. The Witness and Light What is a witness? Where were the disciples to witness? but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Eyes Are On You

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 3, 2016
     | 13,898 views

    A final sermon to a congregation at my retirement. This may help fellow-pastors who need to construct a last, parting message.

    I have served as your 14th pastor, and I'm retiring again after 17 years here in Saugus. I'm retiring just as I did after 25 years as an Army Chaplain--with fond memories and no regrets. This is all to the glory of God. Our choir sang “To God be the Glory,” which was sung at my ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Be Of The Same Mind With One Another Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 24, 2021
     | 4,183 views

    The Church Needs to be a Place Where We Build Up One Another.

    - BUILDING UP ONE ANOTHER - BE OF THE SAME MIND WITH ONE ANOTHER Romans 15:5-6 Introduction The Church Needs to be a Place Where We Build Up One Another. This is essential because: We have a common enemy whom we all battle. We have our own inward temptations we fight against. We have the job of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking As Pilgrims Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 907 views

    I have been contemplating how we are called to be pilgrims of hope in a world that desperately seeks meaning and direction.

    Title: Walking as Pilgrims of Hope Intro: I have been contemplating how we are called to be pilgrims of hope in a world that desperately seeks meaning and direction. Scripture: Romans 15:13 Reflection Dear Brother and Sister Religious, as I write this reflection from our mission house, I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Ture Values: Compassion Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,825 views

    We should be driven by compassion because Jesus was driven by it.

    True Values: Compassion Text: Matt. 9:35-38 Introduction 1. Illustration: In the summer of 1982, I spent the summer in Europe working with a group called Youth With a Mission. Most of my time was spent in Amsterdam, Holland. Now, Amsterdam is notorious for being the drug dealing capital of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Beyond Limits: Embracing The Divine Call To Go Further

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jul 21, 2025
     | 182 views

    Today, I want us to focus on a powerful truth: God’s mercy, our faith, and His divine call for us to step into a new season of going beyond what we’ve known.

    A remarkable example of boldness in prayer through Abraham’s intercession for Sodom. Abraham stands before God and asks, “Will You sweep away the righteous with the wicked?” His boldness and persistence reveal a heart aligned with God’s mercy—a heart that believes in the possibility of change and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Advantages Of The Strong Small Church Pt 2

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 4, 2018
     | 2,882 views

    This message continued my reflections on the small church from part one.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Advantages of the Small Church” Pt 2 Review Many pastors of small congregations feel inferior or failures or intimidated by larger churches. I have wrestled most of my ministry career with the subject of church growth and health; what constitutes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Characteristics Of A Spirit-Filled Church Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,515 views

    Acts 2:42-47 gives us the characteristics of a Spirit-filled church.

    Introduction We live in deeply troubling times. We have two major wars—in Ukraine and Israel—going on at present that are significant for our country in different ways. Thousands of people are being killed. Billions of dollars are being spent. No end is in sight. Our country is facing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Church Growth By God's Word

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 27, 2002
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,051 views

    As God Word increased, the church in the book of Acts increased.

    Careful examination of the New Testament church depicts a vibrant, sustenant, and growing body, whose strength can largely be contributed to the powerful preaching of the apostolic message. This preaching, though basic in theme, was the solid foundation upon which Christ built His church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    I Believe Series

    Contributed by Anne Robertson on Sep 4, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,607 views

    It is important to have a creed...to determine what, in fact, you believe.

    I BELIEVE TEXT: 2 Chronicles 20:20-21; Mark 9:17-27 Now that our lighthouse is built and there is a light to shine on our way, I want to shift our point of reference from the lighthouse to a nearby ship. (Steve and George skit.) It is time for us to chart the course of our ship across the year. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist