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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Truth About Trials Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 2, 2010
     | 5,306 views

    Trials are designed to mature us. Growing old is not synonomous with growing up

    Truth about Trials James 1:2-4 * (Show clip from Forrest Gump – Life is like a box of chocolates) – Did you hear that last line? “You never know what you are going to get.” My comment is that while there is ‘some’ truth in the previous statement, I believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Discouragement

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 2, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,196 views

    Did you not know that Faith under attack gives an opportunity for our character to grow and mature? This message deals with the many trials we face in life and gives a biblical answer on how to meet them head on and become an overcomer with a peace that transcends them all.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:12-14) (12) “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you;" (13)" But rejoice, insomuch as ye are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Dangers Of Neglecting The Cross

    Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 3,158 views

    A message imploring listeners not to neglect the opportunity to be saved.

    Introduction: I was not one of his fans personally, but for many NASCAR fans, the death of racing legend Dale Earhardt at the 2001 Daytona 500 is still fresh in their minds. On the final lap of the race, he crashed into the wall at a speed of around 180 miles per hour after being tapped from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Do-Gooder Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,768 views

    We are to share good deeds at every opportunity.

    BE A DO-GOODER Galatians 6:6-10 S: Mission Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO SHARE GOOD DEEDS AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY. ?: How? KW: Investments TS: We will find in our study of Galatians 6:6-10, three investments we can make to fulfill our responsibility to share in good deeds. The _____ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For The Moment

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 2,710 views

    Knowing what to do in the moments of tempation and opportunity.

    Title: Preparing for the Moment Text: Multi-texted topical. Introduction: Decisions. 1. Every aspect of life is peppered with decisions. ‒ I decided to come to preach tonight. ‒ You decided to worship tonight. ‒ We will decide where we are going to eat. ‒ We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Of Another Chance

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 14,314 views

    God’s opportunity to get things done.

    THE GOD OF ANOTHER CHANCE LUKE 13: 6-9 THE TREE REPRESENTS THE HOUSE OF ISRAEL, WHICH DID NOT GLORIFY GOD BY DEMONSTRATING FRUITFULNESS IN RIGHTEOUSNESS. THE TREE IS ALSO INDICATIVE OF CHRISTIANS WHO ARE SAVED BUT ARE NOT PRODUCTIVE TO THE KINGDOM OF GOD. FIG TREES USUALLY HAVE LARGE GREEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Uncut Pages Of Life

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 13, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,164 views

    There are moments of opportunity waiting to be opened in our lives.

    Philippians 3:13-14 – “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,” “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” l. INTRODUCTION ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Baker's Dozen Of The Commands Of Jesus

    Contributed by Gerald Manning on Mar 20, 2017
     | 2,960 views

    A Lenten service featuring our opportunities for obedience!

    THE BAKER'S DOZEN OF THE COMMANDS OF JESUS Last week, we began with the 10 saddest words in the English language, and then talked about the BAKER'S DIRTY DOZEN of things for which we need to repent. Today, let's consider 10 of the happiest words in our language as our springboard to the commands ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Principles Of Spiritual Growth

    Contributed by Eldron Gill on May 31, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 22,897 views

    Hebrews 5:5-14 , Principles of Spiritual Growth

    Principles of Spiritual Growth Hebrew 5:5-14 Intro. * Children can be so much fun and entertaining sometimes. * They sometimes surprise us at how quickly they grow up. * Humor - Playing House A little girl and a little boy were at day care. The girl approaches the boy and says, "Hey Tommy, wanna ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Big Is God

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,400 views

    Is God bigger than my mistakes? Is God big enough to love the whole world? Of course God is, but sometimes we need to ask ourselves if our God is too small

    HOW BIG IS GOD? April 13, 2008 Jay Davis Robison ISAIAH 12:1-6 She was a precocious 6 year old with a pink bow in her hair It was after worship service at church one Sunday When she turned and asked her mommy How Big is God? Is God bigger than our dog, or daddy or a mountain? Perceptive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why You Ought To Be A Victorious Christian

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,590 views

    We all need to have victory in our lives.

    Why You OUGHT TO BE A VICTORIOUS CHRISTIAN 1st John 5: 1Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. 2By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord God Made Them All

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on May 18, 2019
     | 3,193 views

    At a pivotal moment, Peter discovered God loved those outside his inner circle. Who are we including or excluding?

    Acts 11:1-18 The Lord God Made Them All – How many Christians does it take to change a light bulb? It depends upon which denomination you belong to. If you are Methodist, you are welcome no matter what the status of your bulb. You can be bright, dim, or completely burned out. You can be a light ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Future Of The Church

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 11, 2018
     | 8,140 views

    What is the future of the Church? Should we worry about it? Who is responsible for church growth?

    Prelude What is the future of the Church? Should we worry about it? Who is responsible for church growth? Purpose: Let’s understand the unstoppable growth of God’s kingdom. Plan: We will look at Mark 4:26-34 and why optimism over the church’s future is valid, why the church will continue to grow ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Real Resurrection Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2016
     | 4,254 views

    We must stay in the game, even when we are tired or frustrated by results unseen.

    Thursday of 10th Week in Course I can’t ignore the remarkable juxtaposition of the first reading and psalm with the weather events of the past weeks. The northern kingdom of Israel was the richer of the twin Hebrew nations, rich in agriculture, mining and trade. The kingdom of Judah was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Am I Forever Trapped?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 13, 2016
     | 3,476 views

    Do you live in the right house? Is everyone right? Are you correctable? Who will take ownership for where you are?

    AM I FOREVER TRAPPED? I LIVE IN THE RIGHT HOUSE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT IS LIFE? HOW DID I GET HERE? John 16:33 (MSG) I've told you all this so that trusting me, you will be unshakable and assured, deeply at peace. In this godless world you will continue to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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