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  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Reasons For Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 436 ratings
     | 32,112 views

    Anyone who can’t find a reason to be thankful to God is not paying attention!

    Thanksgiving PSA 50:23 He who sacrifices thank offerings honors me, and he prepares the way so that I may show him the salvation of God." PSA 100:4 Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. PHIL 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Thankful Prayer Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Nov 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,604 views

    This is the second message the Eucharist series exploring Colossians 1:9-14 as Paul reveals three essentials for a thankful prayer.

    INTRODUCTION: Authentic thanksgiving through prayer is a true REFLECTION of the gratitude in our hearts for GOD’S ACTIVITY (past, present, & future). Transition: Ex. of A.C.T.S. prayer. We must be careful not to reduce thanksgiving in our prayer to a section or checklist in preparation for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Start Today

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,536 views

    How do I start the year off on the right foot? It is by seeking wisdom and knowledge through the WORD.

    - Start Off the Year “Off On the Right Foot” - Meaning: - Embark on a journey or task with purpose and gusto. - Origin:- put your best foot forward First recorded in 1613 from Sir Thomas Overbury English writer "He is still setting the best foot forward." Secular Music Has It’s Ideas Like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Dialogue With Non-Christians Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 22, 2017
     | 3,009 views

    I think what happens is that when someone hears the Gospel–that God so loved us, weak and sinful though we are, that He gave His only Son up to death, that this Son rose and wants to give us the same gift–there are only two possible responses.

    THE AWESOMENESS AND NEARNESS OF GOD Psalm 99 The kingship of the LORD is awesome: it makes the people (or peoples) to “tremble” at His presence (Psalm 99:1). He is totally ‘other’ - dwelling between the cherubim, enthroned in heaven. He created all things, and even the earth “shakes” at his ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Desperately Distant From God

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 13, 2012
     | 4,336 views

    God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away.

    Desperately Distant from God February 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God invites us to Him, yet so many stay away. Focus Passage: Exodus 20:18-21 Introduction: One time many years ago, the king of Hungary found himself depressed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Long Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,221 views

    God keeps the righteous under His wings. He delivers from all dangers and evils. He is God of all seasons and places. He is omnipotent, omnipresence, omniscience.

    Psalm 91 “Long Life” The follower and the responses of God are: 1. He Loves upon God - God will deliver him(v.14), v.11 talks about the Guardian Angel. Do you have the experience with your Guardian Angel? How to Love God, Love is expressed by hugs, kisses, cares, gifts, praises, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Not Called To Just Cloister Or Cluster

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 5, 2022
     | 1,137 views

    We have been obsessed with ourselves too long and we wonder why the world is so dark.

    If the only ministry you do is in church, then you missed most of what ministry is about. True, we are to attend church consistently to learn how to do ministry and exhort one another. Still, our ministry is to be community and world focused. We come in to prepare and grow to go out. Indeed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kill Distractions

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 15, 2024
     | 1,021 views

    DISTRACTIONS DESTROYS ACTION

    Kill distractions 1 King 18:28 “So they cried with a loud voice and cut themselves according to their custom with swords and lances until the blood gushed out on them.” Don’t allow outside noise and voices to distract your attention! This is for people who are confused by the quarreling, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mosaic Covenant Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jan 18, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,739 views

    We will look at the ratification of the Mosaic Covenant, witness God’s revelation of HIMSELF to the leaders of Israel, and the visit the place and circumstances of this revelation.

    Mosaic Covenant Ratified through Blood Revealed “God of the Covenant” Revelation Given on Mount Sinai DBF Sunday Sermon, 1/18/03, Exodus 24 You know that not that long ago it could be heard and many really believed that a “mans word was his bond”. When two men came to an agreement on something ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fourth And 26

    Contributed by Ernest Flores on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,239 views

    Encouragement for believers facing seemingly insurmountable circumstances.

    Text: Exodus 14:5-14 v. 10 As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were Egyptians advancing on them… There are those instances in life when dubious circumstances have combined to create a seemingly insurmountable situation. You may have been rolling along, going about your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Intimate Meal For A Multitude Series

    Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,312 views

    Have you stood on the edge of possibility, looking at the vast expanse before you and feeling utterly inferior or incompetent for the task? Have you ever wished that you had more to offer?

    Introduction: When was the last time that you found yourself standing at the dead end road of life wondering how you had got there and where God was? Have you stood on the edge of possibility, looking at the vast expanse before you and feeling utterly inferior or incompetent for the task? Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Thou Shalt Not Be Afraid Of The Terror..."

    Contributed by John Ingham on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 9,858 views

    9/11 observance or in face of elevated terror alert

    “Thou shalt not be afraid of the Terror…,” Psalm 91:5 Preached by Pastor John W. Ingham, 9/15/2002 (Statistics should be updated) We will be having a special observance for the anniversary of 9/11 and as we approach that date there is fear of another ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hard Wiring God's Character Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 9, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,188 views

    Do you revisit old sins? Did you know that God has forgotten them purposefully and it would be wrong to go over and over them? Learn about freedom from guilt in the once for all sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

    Have you ever been in a contract dispute? Maybe charges got put on your account that you feel aren’t yours or aren’t fair. I had a situation recently with an agreement that I signed an extension on - and the other party and I discussed the changes and then I signed the document I received. Little ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Todd Riley avatar

    The Beloved Disciple

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,813 views

    During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV.

    During the last month I have been watching the NBA playoffs on the TV. The team that I have been cheering for has been the San Antonio Spurs. David Robinson is my favorite player because he’s good and because he’s a committed follower of Jesus Christ. One of the things that I have noticed about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Submitting To God

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 8, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 9,916 views

    When we do not submit to God there is a conflict inside. 1. The source of the conflict is selfishness. 2. The result of the conflict is rebellion. 3. The solution to the conflict is submission.

    When Jesus rode into Jerusalem with the crowds from Galilee following him, he was giving them an opportunity to acknowledge that he was indeed the King of Israel, or rather King of the whole world. He was giving them the opportunity to submit to him as Lord of their lives. But we know that was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist