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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Loss Is Gain Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 7, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 22,976 views

    While serving the Lord and walking with Him, we learn a great paradox - genuine gain often comes through loss. We must lose certain things in order to gain what the Lord desires for us.

    Loss is Gain Matthew 16: 24-26 1 Tim.6:6-7 – But godliness with contentment is great gain. [7] For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. Many in our world today are fixated on material wealth and social status in this life. The majority of their energy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    We Are Living Epistles

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 13, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,922 views

    Paul said that our lives are written epistles, and that they are being read by the entire world. He said this in order to reveal just how much influence believers can have in impacting the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

    This evening we are going to discuss the power of the written letter. Have you ever thought about how powerful writing is? For example, consider how writing is used by the news media to push certain political agendas and worldviews. There’s just something about the written (or printed) word that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian Walk Of Christlikeness, Humility And Unity Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,831 views

    The Christian walk is a call to a higher walk of Unity, Love and Peace in the Body of Christ. The oneness within the Body of Christ empowers believers to overcome their differences and embrace a new way of being.

    Sermon - The Christian Walk of Christlikeness, Humility and Unity Scripture - Ephesians 4:1-6 “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "embrace The Cross & Run Toward The Roar."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,347 views

    This message strongly emphasizes how the enemy often uses fear and division to deceive and discourage the body of Christ. When we confidently embrace our challenges by overcoming fear with faith, we move forward with courage, trusting in God's unwavering strength and his everlasting word.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (I Peter 5:8) “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:” (James 4:7) “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Faith Or Futility" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 5,885 views

    God enables us to find fulfillment in vocation and in family relationships. How are we touching the lives of others?

    Psalm Steps> Psalm 127, “Faith or Futility” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts There’s an old German saying: “An Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen”, or “Everything depends on God’s blessing. In Edinburgh, Scotland, the city seal reads in Latin, “Nisi Dominus ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "A Psalm Of Christian Unity"

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 80 ratings
     | 49,466 views

    A sermon on Christian unity based on Psalm 133.

    A father had a family of quarreling sons. One day he called his sons before him and, picking out the strongest of them, handed him a stick. “Snap it,” he said. The son did so with a gesture of contempt. The man handed him two sticks. “Snap them,” he said. Again the son did so. The old man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encourage Each Other

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006
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     | 4,135 views

    Thesis: Our Christian Family Is to Strengthen one another’s Spiritual Heart (commitment). Part of a few sermons that dealt with Dallas Willard’s "VIM:" Vision, Intent, Means, crucial elements of discipleship. This is on the "means" of growth.

    Strengthening God’s Family Dan’s sad senior year last mile race (i thought i could win districts, and my teammates just laughed. Sometimes that is the feeling we have about those who are supposed to love us. Read text. Dallas Willard’s acronym “VIM” today is on "M:" Means Observation Thesis: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Foundations For A Great Church

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,892 views

    There are four major foundations that need laid to build a great church: prayer, power, proclaimation and passion.

    Foundations to Build a Great Church Acts 4:31-35 August 29, 2010 Morning Message Introduction On December 2001, the “Leaning Tower of Pisa” was finally reopened to the public, after having been closed for almost a dozen years. During that time, engineers completed a 25 million dollar ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Regarding Christian Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,335 views

    Paul was NOT suggesting that these believers neglect their earthly citizenship. Paul’s challenge to them was that they recognize the unique relationship they had with God and the work of the Kingdom.

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 17, 2001 Date Preached: January 17, 2001 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Imperative of Our Christian Citizenship Text: Phil 1:27-30 Introduction: Paul shares many thrilling truths in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Jesus Blesses The Children Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,434 views

    Part 21:The Great Commission - Jesus blesses the children, and commands that we be like them.

    The Great Commission Part 21 – Jesus Blesses the Children Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – Cancelled because of graduations WHERE WE ARE AT † Disciples argue about who is Greatest? † Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Putting God First

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 22,491 views

    We face many different dilemmas because our prorities are mixed up.

    Putting God First (See also "Love grown Cold") Hag 1:5-6,9 Hag 1:9-10 Overview Haggai was a prophet who spoke to the tiny Jewish community, which had settled again in the Promised Land after the Babylonian Captivity. His message was a reminder of the importance to; Put God First God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Peter Schmidt avatar

    You Are My Servant, Israel Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,068 views

    Isaiah records a divine Father-Son conversation as they discuss our salvation.

    Epiphany 2 Isaiah 49:1-6 Have you ever wondered what it would be like to eavesdrop in on a conversation where God the Father is speaking to God the Son? Wouldn’t it be interesting sometime to be a fly on the wall when members of the Holy Trinity sat down and discussed things together? Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Foreign Language

    Contributed by Brannon Revel on Jan 28, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,993 views

    Tower of Babel narrative gives us a good idea of what should be foreign language to believers today.

    Foreign Language Genesis 11:1-9 Intro: Say a few words in another language. Why do we have so many languages today? Why do we have to take Spanish, German, French, Greek, Hebrew? Why can’t we all just speak one language? In our text today we are going to see how it happened. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Buddhism/Self-Trust Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 22, 2003
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,157 views

    Buddhims seeks answers from within, while Christianity relies on help from Above--a look at this Eastern moral philosophy from a Christian perspective.

    World Religions—Buddhism>Trust in Self versus Trust in God Philippians 4:11-13 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Massachusetts A basic teaching of the Bible is that we can’t make it on our own; we can’t find answers, nor can we attain contentment or purpose apart from ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Keep The Unity Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 19,555 views

    God has given us a wonderful gift. He has called us to be his own, and he has given us unity in the Spirit. This oneness, this unity, is a GIFT, something we have from Christ.

    Ephesians 4:1-6 Grace, mercy and peace are yours from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. (Eph 4:1-6 NIV) "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. {2} Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran