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  • David Welch avatar

    Lessons From A Mountain Top Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,871 views

    Message 6 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message follows Elijah to the mountaintop where he prayed for rain.

    Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #6 “Lessons from a Mountain Top” Introduction Observing God’s interaction with Elijah and Elijah’s spiritual journey in his day provides insight and principles for us in our day which has become similar to what Elijah fought in his day. The transitions in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    What He Said About Prayer Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 23, 2019
     | 4,042 views

    Prayer is an expression of faith in which we ask God to intervene in a circumstance in our life with the understanding that God in his perfect will and wisdom may answer or delay or deny our request.

    Series: What He Said Title: What He Said About Prayer Text: Luke 18:1-8 Title: What He Said About Prayer Text: Luke 18:1-8 Thesis: Intercessory prayer is an expression of faith in which we ask God to intervene in a circumstance in our life with the understanding that God in His perfect will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Loving God

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 28, 2014
     | 8,157 views

    True love for God demonstrates itself when we exalt the savior (not ourselves) and give everything we have.

    In the Broadway play My Fair Lady, Eliza is courted by a man named Freddy, who writes her love letters every day. But that’s not enough for Eliza. Take a look (show video clip from My Fair Lady, “Show Me” song). Eliza's cries out in frustration: “Words! Words! I'm so sick ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Boy’s Sneeze And The Mother’s Joy (October 9, 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 6, 2022
     | 2,704 views

    Today we are looking at how God works beyond our ability to understand! In our scripture for today, we hear about a childless family who had a child and later lost that child until God showed up and showed out and brought that child back to life!

    THE BOY’S SNEEZE AND THE MOTHER’S JOY (October 9, 2022) Text: 2 Kings 4:18 -21, 2 Kings 4:28 – 37 2 Kings 4:18-37 When the child was older, he went out one day to his father among the reapers. (19) He complained to his father, "Oh, my head, my head!" The father said to his ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    The Problem Of Suffering And The Panacea Of Our Savior Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Apr 21, 2025
     | 370 views

    When in Jesus' ministry of healing and teaching, he addresses the reality of the suffering that we experience and solves the root problem of our suffering - sin.

    It’s not uncommon for people to ask the question, “why do bad things happen to good people?” Or to state it another way, “if God is good, why do bad things happen?” It can sometimes feel like the worst things in life happen to some of the best people. At times it can feel like God is out to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,698 views

    Third of the Form the Heart Series

    Giving Mark 12:41-44 All Scripture Marked NKJV: The New King James Version. 1996, c1982. Nashville: Thomas Nelson. All Scripture Marked NLT: Holy Bible : New Living Translation. 1997,Wheaton, Ill.: Tyndale House. This week all the celebrity gossip surrounded a 14 year old girl from Palm Dessert ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Nudge For Your Prayer Life

    Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,492 views

    Task: To nudge people back to praying.

    This Christmas I traveled to Sun City Center, FL to spend time with my parents and my brother’s family. I love going to see my folks in FL. My wife and I love the beach, the warmer weather, and I always get to go fishing in the bay. I bet you have a favorite place or two as well. Don’t you? ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Honor God With

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 25, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 22,752 views

    This sermon is about honoring God with "everything you own"

    Chris Webb in The Fire of the Word tells “A friend… told me the story of an uncle who, on retirement, decided to read right through the Bible. Twelve months later having easily achieved his goal, he reasoned that with all his spare time he had on his hands, he might actually be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The New Tesatment Deacon Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 23, 2013
     | 5,849 views

    An overview of the Office fo Deacons within the church

    The New Testament Deacon 1 Timothy 3:8-13; Acts 6:1-7 Dorn Ridge, June 22, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) We have been looking at the roles of men and women in the church which has also brought us to look at Elders, and today at the office of deacons. 2.) The Bible refers to two offices of leadership ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Avenge Me Of Mine Adversary! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 14, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,167 views

    Never give up praying and interceding before God for he loves your importunity!

    I have read many books on prayer including all E M Bounds books on the topic. Recently I read a book called “Unrelenting Prayer” by a man called Bob Sorge. Bob Sorge was a pastor and worship leader, who several years ago, suffered an accident to his throat. Can you think of anything ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Love

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 8, 2024
     | 1,225 views

    We are looking at powerful words from the last days of the life of Jesus. Last week we examined the parable of the tenants and the word was REJECTION. This week we will look at the context of Mark 12 and settle in on the powerful word LOVE.

    Powerful Words From The Last Week of the Life of Jesus Love Mark 12:28-44 Introduction We are looking at powerful words from the last days of the life of Jesus. Last week we examined the parable of the tenants and the word was REJECTION. This week we will look at the context of Mark 12 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "the Power Of Persistent Prayer."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,092 views

    This timely message focuses on the parables of 'Ask, Seek, and Knock' and the parable of the unjust judge. The message emphasizes the importance of perseverance in prayer and reassures us that God is a loving Father who responds to the cries of His people who call out to Him day and night.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 7:7-8) (7) Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:” (8) “For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seventh Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 30, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 202 views

    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 34:11-22, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Romans 6:19-23, Mark 8:1-10. A). HOW TO REVERENCE THE LORD. Psalm 34:11-22. PSALM 34:11. David addresses his hearers as “children” - like disciples receiving instruction at the feet of their Rabbi. The Scottish metrical version reads: “O children, hither ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Sail On, Avoid Becoming Shipwrecked"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 1, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,776 views

    Paul needs Timothy. In this message you will find a list of ten rocks to avoid lest you become a shipwreck!

    Text: 1 Timothy 1:18 This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; 19 Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: 20 Of whom is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live Again

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,122 views

    A lesson to be learned from typing the wrong e-mail address! A couple from Minneapolis decided to go to Florida to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. They planned to stay at the very same hotel where they spent their honeymoon 20 years earlier.

    A lesson to be learned from typing the wrong e-mail address! A couple from Minneapolis decided to go to Florida to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. They planned to stay at the very same hotel where they spent their honeymoon 20 years earlier. Because of hectic schedules, it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational