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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Working On Your Walk Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 6, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,496 views

    Paul commends and counsels the Colossians on spiritual maturity.

    Last time, we made saw how Paul wrote to the Colossians to counter an error promoted by false teachers who denied the deity of Jesus. Paul describes Jesus with some of the loftiest language used in the New Testament, emphasizing His preeminence in all things. Because He is Lord over all, the life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All In Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 23, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,792 views

    Memorial Day Weekend officially begins the summer season. That means that people will be heading to the beaches and for those fortunate enough to have pools in their yards, it means a lot more time outside by the pool.

    BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Memorial Day Weekend officially begins the summer season. That means that people will be heading to the beaches and for those fortunate enough to have pools in their yards, it means a lot more time outside by the pool. Have you ever noticed whether it is at the beach or at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slamming The Door In The Devil's Face

    Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on Jun 2, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,510 views

    We are going to examine the THREE steps how we can slam the door in the face of the devil, while opening it wide for Christ. So, how can we slam the door shut in the face of the enemy?

    Hi, thank you for looking at this sermon. I hope it helps. Please do not say the sermon did not help you just because you did not like the style or could not use the entire message. Please rate the message if you think God’s people would be blessed by the message below. Our sermons are online at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bio Of A First-Class Dad

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 15, 2019
     | 4,536 views

    Why was Abraham called "Father of us all?" Because he was a first-class Dad. He was a Man of Leadership, a Man of Faith, and a Man of Prayer. If we want to be first-class Dads, we should follow his example.

    BIO OF A FIRST-CLASS DAD Gen. 17:5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE DEFINITION OF BARBECUING It’s the only type of cooking a "real man" will do. When a man volunteers to do the ’BBQ’ the following chain of events are put into motion: 1. The woman goes to the store. 2. The woman fixes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Thankful, Even In The Hard Times

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 20, 2014
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     | 8,994 views

    Paul writes to the church and to us that we can be content and happy and thankful, even in the hard times in our lives. Jesus models this thankfulness even when death on a cross is eminent.

    Giving Thanks, Even In The Hard Times Philippians 4: 10-13 Intro: The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough. We’re sick ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Ways To Better Love Those Away From God

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2018
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    Starting with Jesus hanging between two criminals, this sermon focuses on how Jesus was a "friend of sinners" and offers four ways we can improve in that endeavor.

    WHICH IMAGE FITS BETTER: Black tuxedo or orange jumpsuit? - Mark 15:27. - Here we have the stark image of Jesus hanging between two criminals. These are orange jumpsuit kind of people. - On the other hand, we have the respectable crowd, perhaps wearing a black tuxedo to show their classiness. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Saved – Saved From What?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 16, 2013
    based on 16 ratings
     | 30,648 views

    We ask people “Are you saved?” expecting them to understand what we are talking about. When asked, the response we get might be “Saved? Saved from what?” What does it mean to be saved? If we are saved, from what are we saved?

    Saved – Saved From What? Romans 10:1-13 Often we use terms that we assume others know exactly what we are talking about. One of these words is “saved”. We ask people “Are you saved?” expecting them to understand what we are talking about. When asked, the response we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Challenges Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 26, 2013
     | 8,089 views

    Challenges by Paul to the church

    Challenges – Are we ready to step up to Paul’s Challenges? 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18 I. Challenge to Churches (12-13) a. We are to Respect, Recognize, and Honor our Leaders 1. Senior Pastor 2. Youth Pastor 3. Deacon Leadership aa. Pray for Them • Prayerless pews equal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do You Seek The Living Among The Dead?

    Contributed by James Snyder on Apr 1, 2013
     | 5,103 views

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the defining factor of the Christian life bringing us into full harmony with God.

    For the Christian, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most important thing to celebrate. Christianity is the only “religion” that suffers abuse because of its holidays. Imagine if we would start making fun of the pagan holidays? Or what about other religion's holidays? What about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Why Do We Need Relationships? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013
     | 6,738 views

    This is the fourth message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines why God has wired us to need and desire relationships.

    Dear Diary, “Every time I open myself up for a relationship I get kicked in the teeth. Why do we need relationships? Why should take the risk of being hurt again?” If you are like me you have been hurt and betrayed by someone you thought was your friend. These experiences really cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    No Failures, Just Learning Experiences Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,177 views

    This is the second message in a series on Moses that shows being God's man is never easy. This message teaches that there are never any failures, just learning experiences.

    How many of you have ever failed at something? If we are brutally honest we would all admit that we have failed more times than we would like to admit. However, I would like to suggest that there are two classes of people who fail: The ones who give up and the ones who use those failures as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “in Times Of Discouragement” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 18, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,340 views

    God has a word for us in discouraging times.

    In 1 Kings 18, we are told about Elijah’s “mountain top” experience. He had challenged the prophets of Baal to a contest and had won! It had been decided that each would place a sacrifice upon the altar and pray to his God. The God who answered by sending fire from heaven upon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Making Amends Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 23, 2013
     | 4,519 views

    James (or actually, Jacob in Hebrew) was one of the most dramatic cases of a changed life after having been an eyewitness to the resurrection.

    Show Jesus’ Little Brother video clip from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2BfHfkFJCQ 1. James’ Ossuary A little over 10 years ago, a French scientist made the discovery of an ossuary with the inscription, “James, the son of Joseph, brother of Jesus” on it. An ossuary was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Winning Against Worry Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,533 views

    We cannot follow Christ faithfully if we continue to live in a state of worry

    Winning against Worry Matthew 6:25-34, 11:28-30 Series: Winning the Battle with Anxiety May 12, 2013 Morning Service Have you ever dealt with dense fog? Fog causes problems with visibility, it creates problems with maneuverability and it slows everything down. A massive patch of fog that covers 7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Testimony Time

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on May 3, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,959 views

    In Enoch's walk with God, he modeled for us the Christian testimony.

    Testimony Time Genesis 5: 18-24 Intro: Play song “Just a Closer Walk With Thee” . Just a closer walk with God. If you are a Christian this morning, that should be your goal, your plea as the song states. . You know more that anything else, that is our testimony. . How is our walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist