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  • Jim Miller avatar

    Prayers That Always Get Answered

    Contributed by Jim Miller on Nov 3, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,621 views

    In John 17, Jesus models for us the type of "anything" prayers that God always answers.

    11-02-03 John 17 Intro: 2 TV shows over the past couple of weeks, shocked at the content. King of Queens rerun, Carrie prays for a raise, gets it, they begin to get everything they pray for. Meat market scene with priest. Second, Everwood, pastor of church getting married, also going blind, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Other Son

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,254 views

    To show that self-righteousness is just as evil as outright rebellion.

    <Luke 15:11-31 -In this passage we usually focus on the character whom we commonly call “The prodigal son” -And for good reason -This morning, however, I want to focus on the other son -The prodigal’s brother -While he did not go and squander what the father had given him in riotous living, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Discover God's Plan For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,826 views

    It is challenging for the Christian to see God’s hand in the everyday events of life and to discern God’s will, but there are steps that we can take to help us understand God’s will.

    Psalm 139:1-16 “Discover God’s Plan for Your Life” INTRODUCTION Discovering God in the middle of life’s trials, or perilous times, is difficult. These are often times when God appears to be distant, inattentive and silent. Though our senses are wrong and none of these adjectives accurately ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Friend In Heaven

    Contributed by Buddy Baird on Oct 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,476 views

    We do have a friend that loves us and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

    FRIEND IN HEAVEN TEXT: John 15.13, 14 INTRODUCTION: A. A famous singer has a song entitled, "Friends in low places." B. People seem to like to brag about this very fact. C. Yet at a Christian, we can brag about a fact that others cannot say. D. We can tell, we can sing about a friend in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Charles Scott avatar

    Its Moving Day Again

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006
     | 2,778 views

    Christians are to be a light in a dark place, Our lives are to be an example, a light others can follow in our pilgrimage to the Father’s house.

    ITS MOVING DAY AGAIN Hebrews 11__1-16 BY CHARLES SCOTT Church of the Good Shepherd Indianapolis Hebrews 11:1-3, (4-7), 8-16 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation. By faith we understand that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Power Of Influence

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,360 views

    The Power of Influence Genesis 39 1 And Joseph was brought down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him of the hands of the Ishmeelites, which had brought him down thither. 2 And the LORD was wit

    The Power of Influence Genesis 39 1 And Joseph was brought down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him of the hands of the Ishmeelites, which had brought him down thither. 2 And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Gives All Good Gifts

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 29, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,455 views

    God is the one who gives all good gifts especially salvation

    SBC Philippi 7/3/05 am Rev. Jeff Simms God Gives All Gifts Good James 1:16-18 Primary Purpose: God gives good gifts to his children especially salvation Have you ever thought about how much you have to be thankful for that God has given you? Many of us have friends, families, jobs and homes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ezra: The Leader

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,990 views

    Simple outline on the character of Ezra

    Ezra: The Leader Raising Your Family Ezra 7:1-10 During the course of World War II, many people gained fame in one way or another. One example was Butch O’Hare, a fighter pilot assigned to an aircraft carrier in the Pacific. One time his entire squadron was assigned to fly a particular mission. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Anatomy Of A Worshipper Series

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 10,931 views

    Our focus in these messages is to explore the exercise of worship. A book on my shelves is entitled …..’Worship is a verb’….and its title summarizes my aims. Worship is not a passive thing, it is an activity.

    Our focus in these messages is to explore the exercise of worship. A book on my shelves is entitled …..’Worship is a verb’….and its title summarizes my aims. Worship is not a passive thing, it is an activity. I want to use David as a guide to illustrate this truth. David was not only a musician ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "How To Become A Drunk?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 15, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,293 views

    Some accused the disciples on the Day of Pentecost of being "drunk." My response to that is: "Whatever they were drinking, I want some!" Our Churches need to have a "Pentecostal" experience." Here are five simple steps to becoming a drunk!

    "How to Become a Drunk?" Introduction: Some accused the disciples on the Day of Pentecost of being "drunk." My response to that is: "Whatever they were drinking, I want some!" Our Church needs to have a "Pentecostal" experience." Here is how! 1. Find a private place, and pray! The disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    An Unbeatable Combination

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 15, 2005
    based on 95 ratings
     | 27,940 views

    There is a dynamic duo in the spirit realm that sends shockwaves through the devils ranks, it has been proven to knock down walls, open prison doors, and set captives free, Put them to work in your life.

    An unbeatable combination What God hath joined together let not man put asunder Faith and patience are power twins. Hope and Love are married. Goodness and mercy cannot be separated But in this message I want to talk to you about the dynamic duo of Prayer and Praise. (a) 1Thes. 5:16-18 Rejoice ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Place Worth Missing

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Aug 25, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,109 views

    HELL

    Since the beginning of man, death and the hereafter have been at the center of many disagreements, disputes and has been the cause for great theological questions. In the Garden of Eden, God told Adam in Gen 3:19 that he would return to the dust from which he was conceived. In other words, physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Travis Wofford avatar

    Do Not Be A Burden

    Contributed by Travis Wofford on Sep 18, 2007
     | 2,968 views

    Be a burden bearer.

    “Do not be a Burden” Travis Wofford 9/17/2007 Jesus saw the best in the worst of people. You have heart the saying find something good in every one. Jesus did not focus on the person that made the mistake. He dealt directly with the sin. He was the answer. Let’s look at the example of the woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Compromising Church - #3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,023 views

    Adapted in part from Warren Wiersbe (and others)...a look at the letters Jesus dictated to specific churches...with the ensuing question, "what would He write to us?"

    WHAT KIND OF CHURCH ARE WE? “The Compromising Church” – Pergamum Revelation 2:12-17 > William Wilberforce is a name that is well known in Great Britain. Today there is a movie about the life of this man. For over 20 years, he was the parliament leader to the opposition of slavery in Great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron MacArthur avatar

    The Mustard Seed

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 17,130 views

    A short but different take on the meaning of what Jesus meant when He spoke of faith like a mustard seed.

    Luke 17:5 The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!" (6) He replied, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, `Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you. The apostles (the twelve) have asked Jesus to increase their faith. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist