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  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Witnessing The Difference

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 160 ratings
     | 11,709 views

    How was the early church able to grow so fast and steadily? They believed three key truths: Jesus is Risen, Jesus is Ruling, and Jesus is Returning!

    If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: ww.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Witnessing The Difference by Scott R. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Driving Force Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 9,008 views

    1. Without the resurrection, the story of Christ would be just a beautiful story with a bad ending. 2. Without the resurrection, it would have meant that Evil had won. 3. The resurrection is the prelude to the second coming.

    Former NFL player Pat Tillman’s name has been in the news a lot lately. He played football for Arizona State University and then the Arizona Cardinals. But he had voluntarily enlisted with the Army Rangers following the terrorist attacks on September 11; turning down a $3.6 million contract with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Power Of Covenant Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 22,038 views

    Fifth in a series unlocking keys to experiencing prevailing prayer. This message explores covenant relationship between God and His people, through the life of Hezekiah.

    (Significant inspiration, and insight for this message provided by Francis Frangipane’s booklet, "Prevailing Prayer.") We are nearing the end of our 40 Days of Prayer, and our series taking a look at some powers that can turn our prayer life into one of prevailing prayer. Last week, we took a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Ever Increasing Faith

    Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011
     | 12,505 views

    The Christian life begins with one Trusting Jesus and we are to continue to walk by that same rule for the rest of our life

    TEXT: JOHN 4:46-54 TITLE: EVER INCREASING FAITH AUTHOR: JACK WOODARD _______________________________________ INTRODUCTION: [2 Corinthians 5:7] tells us that as Christians “…we walk by faith, not by sight.” In other words, we live out our everyday lives by believing what the Word of God says and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defeating Your Own Personal Drought

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 2, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,298 views

    To share how we can overcome difficult times by Soaking in God's Word, Soaking in Prayer, and Soaking in service to God.

    Someone published this request online: “Please pray for rain: "It’s so dry in Tennessee that the Baptists are starting to baptize by sprinkling; the Methodists are using wet-wipes; the Presbyterians are giving out rain-checks; and the Catholics are praying for the wine to turn back into ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The God Who Provides

    Contributed by Roy Sommerville on Aug 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,340 views

    The story of the feeding of the 5000 contains some wonderful principles that teach us much about how, when and why God provides

    In mark 6:33-44, we’re going to see that God is a God who provides. We find a marvellous example of God providing food for 5000 men plus women plus children, maybe up to 20,000 people, and he provides enough for everybody to eat with just a boy’s lunch of bread and fish. This story is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Patience In Its Work Clothes

    Contributed by John Perry on Aug 6, 2011
     | 4,792 views

    Patience is something that brings to mind the idea of doing nothing under difficult or trying circumstances. But the idea that the Bible gives us of patience is the thought of patience in its work clothes!

    Bunbury Sun am 31/07/2011 “Patience in its work clothes” Intro: *** Walking along practically any street in any city you’ll see people in what we call their high viz gear – bright orange / yellow shirts / pants / vests / jackets. When I was flying in & out of Perth 2/3/4 x ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Navigating The Surprises Of Life

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011
     | 5,946 views

    God can and will help us change so we can be better equipped to handle change. If we will go all in with God and give our lives to Him, He will help us learn to navigate the surprises of life in a way that brings Him honor and produces something good in o

    Navigating the Surprises of Life Intro: How many of you enjoy surprises? I know, I know – it depends on what the surprise is. For example, your tax return comes back with $500 more than you expected – that is a good surprise! Or, back when we used VCR’s… one day you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Attributes Of God

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 26, 2014
     | 8,572 views

    Jesus is more than enough for any and every situation that this life has to offer. There is no such thing as impossible with Jesus. There are no hopeless situations when it comes to our Lord and Savior. Whatever you or your loved one might be going through, your situation is not hopeless!

    This section of Mark’s gospel is filled with what many perceive to be impossible situations. We’ve seen how Jesus has overcome storms, demons, and now death! Each case seemed to be hopeless. The disciples thought they were going to die in the storm, no one was able to control the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Commit To God

    Contributed by Michael Cotie on Oct 13, 2014
     | 14,423 views

    How we are to fully commit to God, Church and Community based on 1 Samuel 7

    Title: Time to Commit to God Subject: It is time that we see a real commitment to God, church and community. Introduction: Israel ignored God for years, God raised up judges and priest to lead them. There were sporadic times of Revival for them but they were continuously oppressed because they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sower Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014
     | 9,103 views

    The last in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this three-point expository sermon explores the parable of the sower and the four types of soil, focusing equally on the Sower, the seed, and the soil.

    PARABLES OF JESUS ǀ THE SOWER Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/9/14 In 1886, after the state of Georgia passed prohibition laws, a young man name John Pemberton invented a carbonated non-alcoholic beverage which he thought would appeal to Americans given the prohibition ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Mystery Of The Mark Of God Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014
     | 5,954 views

    One of the most familiar of images of Revelation is that in which the 144,000 Jews are sealed- - - 12,000 from each tribe.

    The Mystery of the Mark of God Giant Mysteries Series May 18, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A One of the most familiar of images of Revelation is that in which the 144,000 Jews are sealed- - - 12,000 from each tribe. 1 Revelation 7:2-3 (NASB) 2 And I saw another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Glorious Church!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 6, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 37,785 views

    Paul talks about a radiant, glorious church. Just what would it take for us to be a radiant, glorious church? What are the characteristics of a glorious church?

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church & gave Himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to Himself as a radiant church, without stain or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Letter To The Thyatira Congregation Series

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on May 24, 2015
     | 5,588 views

    Both Christ and the Apostle Paul warned that the leaven of sin can destroy a congregation. The leadership at Thyatira are chastened for not practicing congregational discipline.

    Verse 18 – Jesus introduces Himself to the leadership and, secondarily, to the congregation at Thyatira as “the Son of God, Who has eyes like a flame of fire.” The significance of this designation in relationship with the Thyatiran brethren is twofold: (1) This city's god and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Declaring God's Word And Promises Over Our Lives.

    Contributed by Rainer Reddy on May 26, 2015
     | 31,746 views

    The power of speaking God's Word and promises over our lives, over our homes and families, over our churches and ministries, over our bodies and our health and over our finances and possessions.

    Text: Proverbs 18:21 “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.” Theme: Declaring God’s Word and promises over our lives Introduction - This morning as we gather in the Presence of God, let us each examine our lives [e] - Let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic