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  • Scott Carmer avatar

    Out Of The Ashes, New Life

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 20,152 views

    In the midst of his exile, Ezekiel saw a vision of God. In the midst of our own troubles, God is still there if we will only look up.

    Out of Ashes, New Life Ezekiel 1:1-3 September 11, 2005 Things sometimes happen in life that are so dramatic or stressful or incomprehensible or life altering, that it changes the way we tell time. I have had a friend for about 20 years who I met while he was recovering from a nine month ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    His Glory Revealed Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 10, 2018
     | 10,190 views

    Peter, James , and John were blessed to journey with Jesus up on the Mount of Transfiguration. They experienced much there, but learned that Jesus alone was enough!

    His Glory Revealed Mark 9: 1-8 As we continue through the gospel of Mark, I want to offer a reminder that the breakdown of Scripture in specific chapters and verses was not an act of divine inspiration. The chapter and verse divisions were added by the translators for ease of Bible reading, study, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeds Of Change Series

    Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006
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     | 6,851 views

    In the gospel of Matthew we see a few recurring themes: True spirituality; living by faith; and achieving greatness. All of these themes overlap to some extent. Matthew 18 begins with the disciples re-opening these issues again by asking Jesus a question.

    SEEDS OF CHANGE Matthew 18:1-4 In the gospel of Matthew we see a few recurring themes: True spirituality; living by faith; and achieving greatness. All of these themes overlap to some extent. Matthew 18 begins with the disciples re-opening these issues again by asking Jesus a question: (v. 1) At ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Greatest Qualification

    Contributed by Simeon Akindele on Nov 20, 2014
     | 4,397 views

    Some people consider qualifications earned in conventional educational institutions like primary, secondary, polytechnic or university as the best platform capable of opening doors of greatness to any man. That may be true in some respects but not necessarily so in all circumstances!

    THE GREATEST QUALIFICATION? Some people consider qualifications earned in conventional educational institutions like primary, secondary, polytechnic or university as the best platform capable of opening doors of greatness to a man. That may be true in some respects but not necessarily so in all ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Breakthrough With The Presence Of God Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 31, 2020
     | 10,334 views

    Breakthrough will only come in our lives when we enter into God’s presence – God’s presence should be the goal of every Christian. Fears flee and hope rises up as we are surrounded in His love and power

    Breakthrough with God’s Presence Thesis: Breakthrough will only come in our lives when we enter into God’s presence – God’s presence should be the goal of every Christian – to experience Him everyday and in special moments. When His presence comes into our lives everything else fades away! Fears ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Easy Button

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 1, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,760 views

    Don’t get caught up in only believing the possibilities of what you think is happening in the now or have seen in the past! Because no matter where you are at in life, He wants you to dream bigger than your efforts are capable of delivering.

    The Easy Button... How many of you here this morning remember the easy button commercial Staples launched February 3 2005? Every time someone got in a situation that seemed impossible to figure out, all they had to do was push the easy button and everything magically worked out perfectly without ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Can I Get Blessed Series

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jun 2, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 15,010 views

    Jacob and Esau sought the blessings from Isaac. How did Jacob end up with the prize? This text discusses and contemplates the whole issue.

    Jacob Sermon Series # 1 - The Obtaining of Blessings - Genesis 27 Donald Trump’s TV show called “the Apprentice” has become a hit in the ratings in the past two years. I have watched it about two or three times. It makes me glad I am not working within that type of an atmosphere. Talk about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Woman" You Have Great Faith!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 5, 2016
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     | 11,765 views

    She was willing to ask.. And not give up until she got the answer she was looking for! What are you asking God for today?

    Woman, you have great faith! Illus. A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on the magnet and what it does. The next day in a written test, she included this question: “My full name has six letters. The first one is M, and I pick up things. What am I?” When the grades were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where To Look When It Hurts The Most?

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 21, 2015
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     | 5,772 views

    In our darkness moment when earth has no answer; we must always look up to Christ who is seated at the right hand of God.

    I. Look with Focus into Heaven.( Stephen looked steadfastly to heaven). II . Look at an Opened Heaven. (He saw the heaven opened) III.. Look at the Glory or Presence of God.(He saw the Glory of God) IV. Look at Jesus Standing at Attention. (He saw Jesus Standing on the right side of God) V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Your Soul Talks Back

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025
     | 118 views

    When your soul talks back with despair, answer it with Spirit-filled faith — stir up the gift and praise your God again.

    There are moments in life when faith feels like it’s lost its soundtrack. You still know the words, you still come to church, you still bow your head for prayer — but inside, something has gone quiet. You’re mouthing the lines of faith, yet your soul isn’t singing along. That’s what Psalm 42 feels ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    God's Gifts Under Christmas Tree

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004
    based on 181 ratings
     | 47,268 views

    Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of

    Introduction: Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of her savings—$200—had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Friend At Midnight Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 7, 2007
    based on 91 ratings
     | 18,170 views

    Putting persistence in our prayers--When Jesus was asked by His disciples to teach them to pray, He said they need to ask, then seek, and knock until the door opens. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Parable of the Friend at Midnight Luke 11:1-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FriendAtMidnight.html INTRODUCTION 1. In studying the parables of Jesus, we have seen how He used the parabolic method of teaching on different subjects.... a. Mostly on the theme of the kingdom of heaven b. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Diack avatar

    Choose Life! Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Sep 24, 2012
     | 5,249 views

    This message looks at the question of "When does life begin?" A simple question whose answer has a lot of significant ramifications here in Canada where abortion is legal at any time up until a baby has fully emerged from the birth canal.

    Choose Life! - Psalm 139:13-16 Series: Faith on the Frontlines #1 Friends, as we begin this morning, let me ask you a couple of questions: What would you make of a nation who offered no rights and no protection to a certain segment of their population? What would you think of a nation that ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (V) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 3, 2021
     | 3,072 views

    Message examines weaknesses in the Pre-tribulation Rapture position. Previous message examined the strengths of that position. This series does not advocate for pre, mid, or post. Instead the series is an open pursuit of an answer to the question: Will Christians go through the Tribulation Period.

    Introduction Today we will resume our study of end times. We have been seeking the answer to one question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? We have had four session on this subject. The first session focused on hermeneutics, the method we would use to interpret Scripture. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Humble Exalted PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,015 views

    Explore the importance of humility in our Christian walk, as expressed in James 4:10, and how embracing humility allows God to lift us up.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we are diving deep into James 4:10 and exploring the power, rewards, and blessings of humility. This powerful verse tells us, "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up." We're going to unpack what this means, and how we can apply it to our ...read more

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