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  • Steve Ely avatar

    Neighborhater - Pt. 4 - Room In The Pool Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 3,793 views

    Neighbors. There are good ones and then those we wished would move. Have we become Neighborhaters? Can’t we get along?

    Mr. Rogers Sound Track plays in dark - Lights Come on Pastor Enters from Stage Door and lip syncs to track Room in the Pool I. Introduction Nostalgia. Fond childhood memories. Wholesome. Meek. Soft spoken. A super hero in disguise. His uniform was colorful sweaters and sneakers. He used his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Credentials Of The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 9, 2022
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    Of the numerous images of Jesus painted by John in his Gospel, probably the most descriptive is that of the Good Shepherd (John 10). Like a shepherd, Jesus is concerned with the welfare and care of His flock, showing His never changing love and compassion.

    Several decades ago, the late English actor Charles Laughton (1899-1962) had been called on to recite to a group the Twenty-third Psalm from memory. Also in the room was an aged minister who had come to listen to the great actor present his recitation. Mr. Laughton repeated the Psalm in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Memorial Day, Honor The Fallen Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 29, 2022
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     | 2,672 views

    According to the U.S Department of Affairs, Memorial Day is not only to commemorate those who have died in battle, but to give honor to those who live with the scars of battle received in seasons of war.

    Honor The Fallen Remember the Sacrifice for Our Freedoms According to the U.S Department of Affairs, Memorial Day is not only to commemorate those who have died in battle, but to give honor to those who live with the scars of battle received in seasons of war. Pennie and I rode our motorcycle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Adopt A New Attitude - Adopt The Same Attitude As That Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 21, 2022
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     | 6,196 views

    Our mindset can be a positive or negative influence on our behaviors and feelings toward others. By changing our mindset, we can change the way we see others, their behavior and the hope we have in our future relationships.

    Sermon 3 Adopt the Same Attitude as That of Jesus Christ Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5 “Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Resurrection Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 11, 2022
     | 5,324 views

    He is risen! He is alive! Jesus raised never to die again. Others in the New Testament were raised, but died again, like Lazarus. Jesus was raised from the dead and he shall live forever.

    The resurrection is the very central point and essence of Christianity. It is “of first importance” of the Christian faith. That essence and the importance is captured beautifully in For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Resurrection Of Jesus

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 16, 2022
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     | 4,680 views

    In this integrated gospel account, we have the details of what happened on Resurrection Morning.

    *************************** The Women: When the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, out of whom Jesus had cast seven devils, and Joanna, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, and certain others with them had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him. Very early in the morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The 3 R's The Remnant, The Rapture And The Revelation

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 11, 2015
     | 5,930 views

    Saints we should not be looking for the Rapture as our get out of jail free card. Bible scholars cannot even agree as to when it takes place only that it will take place. For that reason we must be ready to meet the Lord every day.

    Message: This week I noticed a lot of articles and videos were being made about a series of events coming this September. While no one event stood out more so than another, when put together there did seem to be a theme. In September of this year there will be big decisions made by several world ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    People Projects Series

    Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,750 views

    No matter what you're doing… PEOPLE will have something to do with it. You might not think of yourself as a leader, but you influence someone.

    The project is always about the people But you and I, as humans, can get lost in the project …lost in the PROFITS …lost in the politics …lost in the praise …and forget about the people No matter what you're doing… or what you want to do… PEOPLE will have ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    For To Me, To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain.

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017
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     | 15,654 views

    Prepare your life for the final graduation, which is a commencement of new life whether in endless hope or hopeless end.

    For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Phi 1:21 On June 12, 2005, exactly today 11 years ago, Steve Jobs delivered a speech to the graduating class at Stanford University. So outstanding was his speech that many call the speech as the most memorable, best, life-changing and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Plan For Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,834 views

    How to go about evangelizing

    Introduction: The Apostle Paul told the early church that the role of the pastor was to teach the members of the church to build up the body of Christ. That takes place through every member evangelism. J. E. Conant says, “Will this kind of service [every member evangelism] build up the body ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is Us - Pt. 2 - Square Pegs And Spotlights Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 22, 2017
     | 7,700 views

    Do we know who we are? With all of our hang-ups, challenges, gifts, warts and all, “THIS IS US!” Understanding our identity is essential for our health.

    This Is US! Pt. 2 - Square Pegs & Spotlights I. Introduction “When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.” That was the declaration of the Ralph Ellison who was the author of the Invisible Man. Time and time again in Scripture we see folks who don't know who they are and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Attitude Is Everything” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 13, 2012
     | 11,346 views

    If we are going to enjoy healthy relationships, we must watch our attitude.

    In verses 3 and 4, Paul speaks about the importance of our relationship to one another. In so doing, he cites the example of our Savior in verses 5-8, and tells us that if we are going to rightly relate to one another, we must seek to possess the same attitudes our Lord possessed as He reached out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mystery Of Married Singles

    Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Apr 13, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,116 views

    What it means to be Complete in the Lord

    There are numerous mysteries, with the help of the Holy Ghost, which the Christian has to unravel. One of these is the Mystery of being a married single. What does this mean? It is a pointer to the fact that though you may be single from the perspective of the world there is a spiritual marriage in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Heritage Tree Series

    Contributed by Ryan Napalo on May 10, 2012
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     | 5,491 views

    A Three Part Series with three important trees to teach your church the supporting roles they need to fill.

    The Heritage Tree, Cape Perpetua, Central Oregon coast. This giant spruce is called The Heritage Tree because it stands almost 200 feet tall and because it started to grow as a seedling about the same time Martin Luther was pounding his theses on the church door at Wittenberg. What's really ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How Important Is The One?

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 22, 2013
     | 4,508 views

    Search for the lost sheep; Search for the coin lost in the house; But the prodigal son must come home of his own accord.

    Quotes: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” -Mark Twain – And that day of knowing is the day of your conversion! “I think of you as a friend. I used to think "friend" was just another word... Nothing more, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal