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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Pressing Toward The Prize Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 12, 2022
     | 4,657 views

    Our lives are going someplace - and it’s a good thing to keep our eyes on the destination so we stay on track.

    Pressing On Toward the Prize Philippians 3:1-16 Introduction Our lives are going someplace - and it’s a good thing to keep our eyes on the destination so we stay on track. Yogi Berra “You got to be careful if you don't know where you're going, because you might not get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Songs Of Ascent – Part 1 – The Introduction To These Psalms Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023
     | 2,297 views

    We are going to take up a study of The Psalms of Ascent, the Psalms numbered 120 – 134. They are called by various names but they are a wonderful collection of Psalms sung by the pilgrims three times a year as they ascended to Jerusalem in pilgrimage. This is the Introduction.

    THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 1 – THE INTRODUCTION TO THESE PSALMS We are going to embark on a journey with the study of 15 Psalms that are called “The Songs of Degrees” in the AV, but “The Songs of Ascent” in most other versions. These Psalms go together and were sung on a pilgrimage as the Jews ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Learning To Fly"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 8, 2018
     | 12,954 views

    A sermon about learning to trust in God.

    "Learning to Fly" Isaiah 40:21-31 The late Tom Petty has a song where he sings: “I’m learning to fly, but I don’t have wings.” Learning to fly is a metaphor for learning to live. I don’t know how Tom Petty interpreted what it means to “learn to live,” but as Christians learning how to live ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It's A Worthy Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 4, 2018
     | 7,174 views

    If you’re a Christ-follower, God has called you to be a runner. Are you running? If you’re a Christ-follower, God has called you to be a runner. Did you know that? And Are you running the race well?

    It’s a worthy race. Hebrews 12:1-3 Story of someone who was running for their or someone’s life… Hebrews 12:1-3 Are you a runner? I ran track and cross country in high school. When I got out of college and moved to Houston to work for Shell, I began to run to maintain my health and weight. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Paradox Of Pursuing Knowledge About God And Experiencing Him

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 8, 2019
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     | 6,486 views

    The danger of intellectual pursuit without an intimate experiential knowledge of God is that the heart can be come cold and brittle like a stone, making knowledge an idol.

    I remember as a young Born-Again Christian, just starting my spiritual journey that I would walk in and through the presence of God effortlessly. I lived and breathed the supernatural. Signs and Wonders were everywhere! The anointing was powerful! Then I went to Bible School and was told those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    For The Things We Cannot Bear

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 17, 2019
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     | 6,452 views

    The Holy Spirit edifies us to grow in faith and strength.

    June 16, 2019 - Holy Trinity Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-15 For the Things We Cannot Bear Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. For a long time, I’ve entertained a whimsical image of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Out Of The Salt Shaker

    Contributed by Francis Balla on Jul 18, 2018
     | 13,362 views

    Some time back, our denomination’s District Executive minister wanted to get to know me, since I was a new minister in the region. He wanted to treat me to an authentic southern breakfast, so he took me out to a Cracker Barrell Country Store. He ordered “Grits.”

    Introduction: Some time back, our denomination’s District Executive minister wanted to get to know me, since I was a new minister in the region. He wanted to treat me to an authentic southern breakfast, so he took me out to a Cracker Barrell Country Store. He ordered “Grits.” I was dreaming about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sympathy Towards Paul Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 30, 2018
     | 3,083 views

    Paul has to tell them that he speaks out of the fullness of his heart, that if his mouth has been opened with an unusual frankness it is because his heart has felt more than common sympathy for them.

    July 16, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.C.1.a: Sympathy Towards Paul. (6:11-13) 2nd Corinthians 6:11-13 (NKJV) 11 O Corinthians! We have spoken openly to you, our heart is wide open. 12 You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Living Revelation Of Jesus Christ – Part 1: Our High Priest And Brother Series

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Nov 13, 2018
     | 2,988 views

    Right now you need a revelation that Jesus is just as alive today as He was during His ministry in Judea.

    For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Right now you need a revelation that Jesus is just as alive today as He was during His ministry in Judea. Often, we tend to separate the two stages of Jesus's life ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Are You Plugged In?

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 14, 2018
     | 9,160 views

    This message was given in a very public setting when our church met on a Sunday morning, not in our building, but at the local public park, inviting all at the park to join us in worship.

    Did you notice and really comprehended the words of the songs we sang earlier? All these songs dealt with seeking and longing to touch and to connect and be used by and with Jesus. Do we long to be with Him? To we seek to be connected with the Almighty? Do we really have power to live the life the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Garden Of Your Soul Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 19, 2024
     | 1,119 views

    This series, Trauma and Transformation Level 2, includes short homilies/talks to a class at the Yonge Street Mission called Trauma and Transformation, Level 2.

    *This series, Trauma and Transformation Level 2, includes short homilies/talks to a class at the Yonge Street Mission called Trauma and Transformation, Level 2. The messages are aimed at a mixed audience, some with no faith, some with Christian faith, some with other faiths. The mission serves all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Are Our Glory

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 24, 2024
     | 803 views

    Those who have sowed and nurtured seeds of faith will witness the profound transformation as those they guided to Christ receive heavenly bodies before their very eyes. They will behold the moment when Christ bestows upon them crowns of righteousness, a testament to their faithful labor in His name!

    You are Our Glory 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As we look out into this world with its disdain and violence towards God’s righteousness, we are tempted to feel like being the sheep who are called to proclaim the Good News to the wolves is at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    The Emmaus Road

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Apr 6, 2024
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     | 4,250 views

    traveling from despair to hope

    THE EMMAUS ROAD Luke 24:13-35 Have you ever been to Emmaus? Lana and I have been there a few times. And I believe that most of you have been there to. If you haven’t been there yet, pack your bags there’s a road trip just ahead. Where is Emmaus? It’s the place where dreams go to die. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking Through The Lens Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 10, 2022
     | 4,413 views

    Faith is the only spiritual lens that makes you see through and walk you through the dark tunnel

    SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO: 017 2 Corinthians 5:7, CSB: "For we walk by faith, not by sight." WALKING THROUGH THE LENS OF FAITH The word "walk" in this text is metaphoric and about the way a person conducts his or her life. In other words, the way we live. You can ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Experiencing God’s Presence Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 6, 2022
     | 5,360 views

    Have you ever wanted to experience God more? How do you think the Holy Spirit is part of your experience of God? Get ready to learn about the important role the Holy Spirit plays in our lives as believers!

    Who’s Afraid of the Holy Spirit? Experiencing God’s Presence (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) The title of our current message series is: Who’s Afraid of the Holy Spirit? Some people are afraid of the ...read more

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