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  • Simon Fullylove avatar

    The Kingdom Is For Thirsty People Series

    Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,299 views

    A look at the kingdom message for sinners, i.e. non-religious people

    Introduction Kingdom = God’s Rule, God’s will being done on earth as it is in heaven, God’s Shalom, it is God’s dreams being realised for the world, Jesus says this kingdom rule is available now through me, so change and believe it, be part of it. A fresh start was needed he said to Nicodemus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Dealing With Difficult People

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,431 views

    - David had every reason for despair - How David kept his sanity under Saul’s assaults

    The defeat of Despair: — Mr. Greatheart, old Honest and the four young men went up to Doubting Castle to look for Giant Despair. When they came at the castle gate, they knocked for entrance with an unusual noise. At that the old giant comes to the gate; and Diffidence his wife follows Then these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing People For Jesus

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,144 views

    This sermon casts the vision for a spiritually mature church and mature Christians.

    We recently completed a series on Growing in Faith. If we are to grow in our faith, then we, the church, are to provide opportunities and an environment for people to grow. We are to be Growing People for Jesus. Growth is common metaphor used in the New Testament – 47 times. One thing is for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Unusual Group Of People

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,096 views

    Stewardship is a hot topic. But the stewardship exercised by the early church looks a little different than ours.

    Passage: Acts 4:32-37 Intro: Typically on the first Sunday of the new year, the preacher talks about giving. 1. but honest, that’s just where I am in this series 2. this is a passage that can make Americans very nervous, because even the middle class has accumulated a great deal. 3. houses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    God's List Of People Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,405 views

    God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes.

    The first 16 verses of Matthew might seem like a Biblical wasteland for some of you. Some of the names might not be familiar to you and they are hard to pronounce. For those of you who read the Bible through, I don’t know how long it takes you to read these verses. And if you don’t know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Kingdom Minded People

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,299 views

    To live our lives within the context of the eternal purposes of God and understand that we are called to be Kingdom Builders.

    Kingdom Minded People 6/24/07 Talk about being … Kingdom minded and having a Kingdom heart, for the purpose of building God’s Kingdom. Ezra 1:1 Cyrus was a mighty king- conquered Babylon. Jews- carried into captivity under Nebuchadnezzar. God calls Cyrus by name 150 years ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Identifying Lost People

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on May 11, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,671 views

    Paul gives three ways to identify someone who isn’t saved.

    Intro: eyewitnesses at a crime scene are asked to give a full description of the suspect. Sometimes a sketch is drawn and posted for the public to try to make the identification. Paul is very descriptive in his writings. In today’s text we find a description of a lost person. Here are three simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Becoming People Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 27, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,969 views

    We need to follow the biblical model and seek God in prayer

    Becoming People of Prayer Acts 4:23-31 Spring Life Series April 27, 2008 Morning Service Introduction A friend of mine took his small son with him to town one day to run some errands. When lunch time arrived, the two of them went to a familiar diner for a sandwich. The father sat down on one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Confronting Toxic People Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,500 views

    Jesus confronted toxic people, inviting them to "de-tox" and restoration.

    Jesus and Toxic People 2 Galatians 6:1-5 Confronting Toxic People A few weeks ago it seemed that almost everyone who I sat down and talked with were dealing with “toxic” people in their lives. Weeks like that are like “discernment for dummies” for me. I figure if I keep coming across the same ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Two Desperate People Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 15, 2020
     | 4,324 views

    Message in series Miracles of Jesus. Here we discover two desperate people from different backgrounds. Both needed a miracle from Jesus.

    Title: Two Desperate People Theme: To show how Jesus cares about who we are no matter what our status is. Text: Mark 5:22 - 33 Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. (Mar 5:21) (This was after Jesus crossed over ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Larry Grant avatar

    A Promise For His People Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 26, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,095 views

    When the worries of life press us down, we do not have to bear them alone! Notice how much of our burden we are supposed to give to the Lord. "All your care" We are told to give it all up to Jesus!

    I. A SURRENDERED PEOPLE A. V. 5-6 WE MUST SURRENDER OUR WILL TO GOD – Peter quotes Proverbs 3:34 in verse 5, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” He says - "Clothe yourselves with Humility" literally means to "wear the apron of a slave". True humility before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    People Matter Most

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Jul 10, 2021
     | 5,107 views

    The christian life has many rituals but the most important requirement of the christian is to treat your brother with love.

    Four to hang Three sent up for stealing Woman found guilty or drug charge Two on sex charges Crime and violence are pervading our society leaving in its wake, weeping mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends. Those who crime does affect, vehicular accidents are affecting, ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    A Place For Tired People Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 4, 2015
     | 7,092 views

    Revival, Refreshing, Hope

    THE WELL – A Place for Tired People John 4:6-8 February 6, 2022 Introduction: Last week we discovered that the well is a place for divine appointments...a place where our lives intersect with Jesus, but the well can also be a place where our lives intersect with others...providentially. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Place For All People Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 13, 2015
     | 3,512 views

    Equality, Worth, Love, Missions

    THE WELL – A Place for All People John 4:9 February 13, 2022 Introduction: My brother and I were down in Fort Lauderdale for a vacation several years ago. He has a time share and we were just enjoying some time together and eating our way down the treasure coast...we both love seafood ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Just Ordinary People Series

    Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on May 31, 2015
     | 5,810 views

    Believers will know that Jesus is a miracle-working God. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Believers will also put their faith in Jesus, believe his miracles and walk in daily expectancy of his miracles in their lives.

    INTRODUCTION: Good morning. Praise God for this new day. This is the day that God has made we will rejoice and be glad. I won’t worry about tomorrow. I’m trusting in what you say. Today is the day. If you are here this morning, it is not an accident. God has a plan for you. He will ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible