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  • Greg Johnson avatar

    Clothed In The Presence Of Jesus

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Aug 3, 2006
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    We have a real enemy of our soul. Our only hope is Jesus. We must be found in Jesus. We must be clothed in the presence of Jesus.

    Clothed in the Presence of Jesus By Greg Johnson http://lovinggodfellowship.org/greg_johnson_blog The last couple of weeks if you have watched the news at all, you have seen vivid and real life pictures of the missile attacks on Israel. For years now, Hamas and Hizbullah, who are militant Islam ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Reid avatar

    The Reward

    Contributed by Richard Reid on Aug 18, 2006
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    The crowns that I can lay at the feet of Jesus.

    The Reward James 1:12 and 17 July 31, 2006 Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mitch Davis avatar

    Nevertheless, Not My Will…

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 28, 2006
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    God - who has given man ’free-will’ wants man to freely give it up in favor of doing His will.

    Nevertheless, Not My Will… Theme: God has always wanted us to use our free will to give it up. Matt. 26:39 INTRODUCTION A. Why is it that the more we grow in the Lord, the more difficult it seems to be living according to His will? 1. Some might respond: but it is “easy” when you love the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Change, Commitment, And Courage

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 30, 2006
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    We are living in a season of change. God never changes but the way He does business here on earth can sometimes look different.

    Change, Commitment and Courage I want to talk this morning about four principles … Change, Commitment, Courage, Service Change Def: transition, transformation, adjustment We are in a season of change … The World One of our prayers … Lord’s Prayer … Mtt 6:10 ’ Your kingdom come. Your will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Mitch Davis avatar

    Samson

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 25, 2007
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    Samson was a man of many flaws as the Bible reveals, but he undoubtedly was a great man of faith who accomplished exactly what God wanted through him. What of us?

    Samson A man of flaws, yet in great faith overcame his enemies and fulfilled God’s will. INTRODUCTION A. It is natural and often asked: What is God’s plan for my life? 1. We say this knowing the overall answer: to do His will. 2. Yet, throughout our lifelong service to Him in the Lord we take ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Stand Firm

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
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     | 7,179 views

    Satan is not going to stand back and watch you grow as a Christian. We is going to send everything he can to knock you down and take you out of action. We need to he prepared to stand our ground.

    STAND FIRM – SPIRITUAL ARMOR Ephesians 6:10-20 INTRODUCTION At the end of Ephesians, Paul addresses the area of Spiritual Warfare. Our lives are a constant on-going warfare between God’s Law and the powers of darkness. As we read along with today’s text we will see a common theme for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Essentials For Growth Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
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    There is no truer indicator of a Christian’s level of spiritual maturity than their prayer life. Paul’s outward ministry reveals so much about Paul, but his prayer life gives us a glimpse at his soul.

    Essentials for Growth in Godliness Philippians 1:9-11 Intro As we have started our study of the book of Philippians, we have already learned that Paul was a man that did not find his joy in the circumstances of the world, but rather in God. I think we can all agree that Paul had a great passion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Romans, Part 18 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 21, 2011
     | 2,948 views

    It is only because of who Jesus is that we are able to stand justified before God through the identification we have in Christ. We are under GRACE, and so sin shall no longer be our master!

    Romans, Part 18 Romans 6:8-14 Introduction - We are no longer in charge to the bonds this world has on us - Gal 2:20 says, “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Parker avatar

    No Jesus

    Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011
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     | 5,489 views

    There is power in the name of Jesus. Many people around the world know the name of Jesus. But, is knowing the name enough?

    Random Thoughts "No Jesus" Last week we talked about idolatry. the idea that people make god to fit in their minds and pockets. They say things like "my god wouldn't judge anyone" or "my god wouldn't allow suffering" and of course "my god would never send someone to hell". We discovered that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Humble Status

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 28, 2010
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    True humility is a Christ-centered, realistic assessment and commitment to serve everyone.

    WHEN IT COMES TO HUMILITY, I BELIEVE J. OSWALD SANDERS, HAD A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE IN HIS BOOK “SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP” WHERE HE WROTE, “THE GREAT FAULT…IS THAT NO ONE LIKES TO BE SECOND. THE WORLD HAS YET TO SEE WHAT COULD HAPPEN IF EVERYONE LOST THE DESIRE TO GET THE GLORY. WOULDN’T IT BE A MARVELOUS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Tom Feola avatar

    Attitude's To Be In Our Lives Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Tom Feola on Oct 24, 2012
     | 2,913 views

    God wants certain attitudes in our lives and the best attitudes that we can have are from the Beattitudes. This is part 3 of a 4 part teaching on the 9 Beattitudes that Jesus gave us.

    Matthew 5:7 (NKJV) Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy. Matthew 5:7 (AMP)Blessed (happy, to be envied, and spiritually prosperous — with life-joy and satisfaction in God's favor and salvation, regardless of their outward conditions) are the merciful, for they shall obtain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Radcliff avatar

    Pathway To Tomorrow

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Nov 30, 2017
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     | 9,217 views

    Jonathan Swift who wrote Gulliver’s Travels had an unusual greeting for others – “May you live every day of your life!”

    PATHWAY TO TOMORROW Philippians 3:12-14 Jonathan Swift who wrote Gulliver’s Travels had an unusual greeting for others – “May you live every day of your life!” 1. Summer left us on Thursday and Friday Fall took its place, but looking back – how many days did you really live life at its best? 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Gift Of Enjoying Life

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 24, 2014
     | 7,640 views

    The ability to enjoy life’s blessings with intensity is a gift from God, yet, like eternal life, many will not receive that gift.

    The Gift of Enjoying Life Ecclesiastes 6:1-6 1. The Wildcat Creek here in Kokomo, IN begins building momentum on the east near the town of Phlox. According to Neil Laymon of the Wildcat Guardians, The Mud Creek, Turkey Creek and a third Creek (Grass Creek) are separate ground-fed streams that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brent Bailey avatar

    Walking With The Greatest Part 8 Series

    Contributed by Brent Bailey on Dec 4, 2014
     | 4,346 views

    Love brings benefits

    The benefits to walking in Love 1 Cor 12:31 NLT 31 So you should earnestly desire the most helpful gifts. But now let me show you a way of life that is best of all. 1 Cor 12:31 31 But earnestly desire and zealously cultivate the greatest and best gifts and graces (the higher gifts and the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    God Is At Work In You

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,315 views

    There have been many times throughout Christian history when the church was up against societies that like ours grew indifferent and even indignant and insolent toward the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

    Dear Saints we are living at a time when being a Christian is becoming more and more of a challenge. It is more and more obvious that our values are in direct conflict with the values of our world. Christians are beginning to be more and more marginalized by the mainstream of our North American ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed