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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Singing In The Rain…

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022
     | 3,362 views

    Introduction: I want to preach a sermon called, “Singing in the Rain.” The words “Singing In The Rain…” come from a famous song sung by Donald O’ Conner. The idea of course is that we often plan things in life and then the rain comes and spoils those plans.

    Illus: Possibly: • We are going to watch a parade, but the rain comes and spoils our parade • We are going on a picnic in the park with our family, but once we spread the lunch, the rain begins and ruins our picnic If we are going to be successful in this life spiritually, THE RAIN WILL CERTAINLY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Where Do You Stand? Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 25, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,704 views

    This message looks at how our heart is like soil into which the gospel is planted, and we must be certain that our soil is fertile and ready to receive the Word. Otherwise, we will wither in our relationship with God; or worse, we will perish.

    I have entitled our message, “Where Do You Stand?” This morning, as we look at what’s called the “Parable of the Sower,” we’re going to see how Jesus talks about four different soils, or four different types of spiritual ground, on which people may stand in relation to God. Something challenging ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bible Study 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

    Contributed by Michael Brown on Mar 25, 2022
     | 17,858 views

    This study was personal to me because I know what it's like to be weak. I survived a traumatic brain injury in 2006 & was in rehab for a couple years. God used that event to bring my life in accordance with His will.

    The format I use for Bible studies comes from one of the study Bibles I have. That Bible has worksheets in it for you to study scripture using the H.E.A.R format. That is Highlight-Explain-Apply-Respond. Highlight is the verse to study. Explain & Apply are pretty self explanatory. Respond is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    God Looks On The Heart

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022
     | 2,631 views

    When Samuel grew old, and Israel looked around and saw other nations had kings, they decided they wanted one also.

    Looking around and wanting something that someone else has can get us into lots of trouble. Illus: A man saw other men with their good looking wives, and decided he wanted a wife. One day, he walked into the restaurant with a full-grown ostrich behind him, and as he sat there, the waitress came ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eleutheria - Freedom Within Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Jul 28, 2021
     | 1,518 views

    Did you know that in the ancient world, just before the time of Christ that nearly 90% of the population was in some form of slavery? By the time of Christ that number was still around two-thirds. Freedom was longed for.

    NOTES ELEUTHERIA freedom within – part 1 Romans 5:1-11 Series Verse But now you are free from the power of sin and have become slaves of God. Now you do those things that lead to holiness and result in eternal life. Romans 6:22 (NLT) He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Love: The Prerequisite To A Life Changing Experience Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 6, 2021
     | 1,839 views

    John paints a beautiful picture of God and the life of believers. He says that love is the preeminent attribute of God and this is seen in the cross. Christian love doesn’t happen by self-determination, it happens because of the abiding presence of Holy Spirit.

    G.A. Studdert-Kennedy, the English chaplain poet, found himself alone one dark night on the cliffs of Dover, peering sightlessly into the darkness across the English Channel. His thoughts led him to wonder what kind of force lingered in the darkness. As he thought about who may be lingering in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Revelation: A Message Of Hope (Introduction) Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 14, 2021
     | 3,742 views

    The book of Revelation is meant to encourage believers.

    Revelation: A Message of Hope! Introduction As we begin to look at the Revelation we should note that its message is not one that is meant to frighten us. It is meant to encourage us. It is a book that some people completely avoid. It is a book that others immerse themselves in. Still, others ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Always Room For Growth Series

    Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021
     | 3,809 views

    Always Room for Growth

    “This is the true joy in life, being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one: being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown on the scrap heap, and being a force of nature instead of a feverish selfish little clod of ailments and grievances, complaining that the world will not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Will You Be My Spiritual Counselor? Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 16, 2021
     | 1,788 views

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence.

    The call to discipleship is a call to serve as a good neighbor. This call is more than a mere social event where pleasantries are commonly shared. In the call to discipleship, we are challenged to ascend to godliness and become a spiritual friend to people in our sphere of influence. In John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    When God Calls Your Name: Abraham Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 11, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,710 views

    How would you respond if God called your name not once, but twice? In the Bible, God calls plenty of people often by name, but I’ve only found seven times where God calls out someone’s name twice in a row. In each instance, what follows is a life-changing encounter with the God of creation.

    When God Calls Your Name… Twice: Abraham Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/17/2016 How many of you are familiar with the gameshow The Price is Right? I’m almost embarrassed to admit that I grew up watching The Price is Right back when Bob Barker still hosted the show. Even as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    God Has Great Things Ahead--8th Anniversary Message

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 12, 2021
     | 21,489 views

    No matter how good or bad our lives have been, God still has greater things ahead for us in the future. We must be open to new experiences to continue to grow in God.

    God Has Great Things Ahead Joshua 1:1-11 Colossians 2:6-10 9/5/2021 Rick Gillespie- Mobley How many of you remember entering into the first grade. Some of us were excited, some of us were scared, some of us didn’t want to leave our parents, some of us were nervous about that bus ride. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Fighting Against Becoming Complacent

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 14, 2021
     | 4,451 views

    I'm going to use Jesus' letter to the church at Sardis today to help us to become vigilant against becoming complacent.

    Today I want to talk about complacency. Complacency is defined as a feeling of pleasure or security many times while being unaware of any danger. I'm going to use Jesus' letter to the church at Sardis today to help us to become vigilant against becoming complacent. Our focal passage of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Wallace avatar

    The Use Of Spiritual Gifts, Focusing On Tongues

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 6, 2022
     | 1,839 views

    The practice of the gift of tongues is very controversial in evangelical circles. I Corinthians 12-14 was intended to save us from much of this controversy.

    May 27, 2022 Hi Abby, Here are my concerns about some forms of practice among those who call themselves Charismatic, or especially Pentecostal. I might be called Charismatic by some, because I believe that “sign gifts” such as prophecy, tongues, healings, knowledge, miracles, etc. are ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Remember Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 12, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,048 views

    Don’t ever forget to remember what God has done for you.

    On Monday, our nation marked Memorial Day. This day, formerly known as Decoration Day, was established so we never forget the ultimate sacrifice men and women in the military made for us. Monuments, memorials, and even parades are designed to help us remember not to ever forget. I came across ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Becoming A Jacob Generation

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 12, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,192 views

    The Jacob Generation is a generation that will see revival break out. And the Lord desires for everyone to be a part of this Jacob generation, a generation that seeks after God. “This is Jacob, the generation of those who seek Him, who seek Your face.” (Psalm 24:6)

    Becoming A Jacob Generation Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaamIIqonZU What is a Jacob Generation, and why is it important? Well, it has to do with what David talked about in Psalm 24. “Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare