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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Last Sunday After Epiphany, Year B. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,988 views

    FEBRUARY 11th, 2024. Transfiguration Sunday.

    2 Kings 2:1-12, Psalm 50:1-6, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Mark 9:2-9 A). THE ASCENSION OF ELIJAH. 2 Kings 2:1-12. I. ASCENSION The taking up of Elijah by the LORD prefigures the ascension of the Lord Jesus, and anticipates our own meeting with Jesus in the air. 1. Elijah’s ascension was attended ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seeing The Big Picture Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 18, 2025
     | 368 views

    When we begin to feel anxious or overwhelmed, misjudged or offended, occupied with our needs and self-gratification, take a few steps back and take time to look at the big picture

    How many enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles? Normally, we turn all of the pieces face-up; set aside those that have a straight edge (the outside frame) and start assembling those first. Then we begin to assemble the rest of the pieces, looking for pieces that more obviously fit in a section, and work on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,811 views

    This sermon emphasizes that true help and victory come from God, not human sources, and encourages perseverance and faith in God during hardships.

    Good morning, beloved. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by a common bond of love for our Lord and Savior. It's not just another Sunday; it's a day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. In the book of Mark, chapter 5, ...read more

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    No More Pretending Series

    Contributed by Alan Day on Nov 11, 2000
    based on 190 ratings
     | 12,929 views

    God desires a broken heart.

    November 5, 2000 No More Pretending! Pure means that something is ______________. The Scriptural content of the heart deals with the…  ______________  ______________  ______________ Proverbs 4:23. Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Is About Warfare

    Contributed by Clarence Talley on Dec 19, 2000
    based on 58 ratings
     | 3,915 views

    The Advent of Jesus Christ is the continuing saga between good and evil

    CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT WARFARE by Rev. Clarence Talley, Sr Youth Pastor and Professor of Art PVAMU Don’t be alarm but Christmas is also about warfare. Christmas is more than the fulfillment of the promised Messiah. It is also an escalation in the war between the forces of good and evil. No one, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Unpredictable God

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,036 views

    Should we look at our relationship with God as a way to avoid life’s miseries, or as a way to get to know Him and find strength to endure the curves life sends our way?

    1. My wife makes a mean Broccoli soup; never turns out at mo-in-laws 2. The newspaper is always there--except the one time in your life in which your photo is included... 3. The truth of the matter is that life is unpredictable. And so is God. 4. Don’t get me wrong: I believe God is faithful. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Avoid Being A Loser - Using The Spirit's Power

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,605 views

    In order to capitalize on the chances we are given we need to ask the Spirit of God to control every part of our mind, will, and emotions. Ask the Lord to help you avoid missing out on any good thing by asking God to fill every thought with the Lord’s des

    1. Many Christians fail to realize they must keep on being filled with the Holy Spirit if they do not want to be a loser. Paul wrote, "Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Do not get drunk on wine, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Teach People The Secrets Of A Good Conscience

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,670 views

    1. The Holy Spirit helps us teach people how to develop a good conscience through Spirit led self-discipline.

    1. The Holy Spirit helps us teach people how to develop a good conscience through Spirit led self-discipline. Paul wrote, "Therefore I always exercise and discipline myself (mortifying my body, deadening my carnal affections, bodily appetites and worldly desires, endeavoring in all respects to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Being A Loser - Using The Spirit's Power

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,599 views

    Many Christians fail to realize they must keep on being filled with the Holy Spirit if they do not want to be a loser. Paul wrote, "Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s

    1. Many Christians fail to realize they must keep on being filled with the Holy Spirit if they do not want to be a loser. Paul wrote, "Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Do not get drunk on wine, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Jesus Taught About Controlling One's Tongue

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,009 views

    Jesus knew that one day His brother James would write, "If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check." (James 3:2) The Lord knew the tongue has the power to encourage or discourage; heal or wound;

    Jesus knew that one day His brother James would write, "If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check." (James 3:2) The Lord knew the tongue has the power to encourage or discourage; heal or wound; direct or deceive; comfort or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Overcome Debilitating Guilt

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 87 ratings
     | 4,469 views

    Pastor Dave felt terrible guilt over not being able to meet all of the needs of his parishioners. When he took time off for golf he felt so guilty that he never really enjoyed himself. Pastor Dave struggles to earn the approval of everyone in the church b

    Pastor Dave felt terrible guilt over not being able to meet all of the needs of his parishioners. When he took time off for golf he felt so guilty that he never really enjoyed himself. Pastor Dave struggles to earn the approval of everyone in the church because he doesn’t want a group of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What To Do When You Are Placed In A Position Of Contention 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,217 views

    Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile Cornelius, his Jewish friends cried out in anger, "You went to the uncircumcised men

    Illustration:No great advance has been made in science, politics or religion without controversy. Lyman Beecher 1. Occasionally we all find ourselves in a position where we face a prickly difference of opinions with our peers. When Peter returned from visiting the house of the Gentile ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Occasionally Used Unconventional Methods

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,990 views

    1. Jesus knew that the conventional religious methods of His day were failing to accomplish God's purposes.

    1. Jesus knew that the conventional religious methods of His day were failing to accomplish God's purposes. He identified both personal and organizational Pharisaical tendency to view people through the law rather than through grace. Jesus knew that the Pharisees' values were rooted in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are We Fighting God

    Contributed by Richard White on Aug 9, 2008
     | 4,516 views

    Do our actions show us obedient or fighting God

    Are we fighting GOD? Acts 5: 17-42 This segment reminds us who the enemy really is, the enemy is not flesh and blood, and it is not ideologies or even legalism. The enemy is a spiritual being who manipulates, who twists truths, and uses our ego for his gain. Look around today and see what causes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Maintaining A Pure Heart

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,885 views

    This week we want to talk about maintaining a pure heart before God. We can not afford to place any contaminates in our heart and miss out on the blessings of God. The condition of our heart determines the outcome of our life. It is so important that as

    Introduction · Last week we talked about achieving Godly success in 2007. We discovered that we must be speaking the Word, meditating on the Word and then putting action to the Word of God. · When we do these things, our hearts are filled with the Word and we begin to have great success. · This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational