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  • Amar Chandnani avatar

    Man After Gods Own Heart

    Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Dec 9, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 805 views

    Outward appearance and the way others perceive us based on our looks has become all to common now a days

    Let us pray I was reading an article in a business magazine saying that MEN go to great lengths to add a 1-3 inches in height and when I mean great lengths, imagine enduring unimaginable pain of cutting stretching and growing bone cells right down in our shin bone just to get a few inches of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "have Yourself A Very Happy Renew Year!"

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,678 views

    As we enter a New Year, we never know what things will be like during the next 365 days.

    God has a purpose in us not knowing the future. God the Father wants us to daily spend time in prayer talking to Him, but if we knew everything, we would not need to seek Him daily for guidance. But many during this NEW YEAR would like to know what this New Year is going to hold for them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Only Two Ways To Live

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 30, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,443 views

    The pursuit of holy living is the pathway to a happy life.

    Only Two Ways to Live Psalm 1:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill December 28-29, 2024 I want to begin with a question to see how well you know your Bible. Q: What did Adam say to his wife on December 31st? A: It’s New Year’s, Eve. How many of you plan to make a New Year’s Resolution for 2025? I talked to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready Or Not

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 2, 2025
     | 295 views

    A young lady was very busy getting ready for a blind date.

    READY OR NOT “Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.” 3 As Jesus was sitting on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith In The Storms - Lessons From Matthew 14 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 8, 2025
     | 478 views

    Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and presence in the midst of life’s storms, calling us to walk by faith, not fear. Trust in God for His Grace, Provision, Compassion, and Healing.

    2025.06.08. Sermon Notes. FAITH IN THE STORMS - Lessons from Matthew 14 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: MATTHEW 14:1-36, JOHN 16:33 BIG IDEA: Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truly Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 18, 2025
     | 324 views

    There are a variety of reasons why some people follow Jesus - some for benefits, some to slander, some to argue, some bandwagon followers, but what does it take to be a true follower of Jesus?

    It seems like nearly every week I run into people who have some sort of faith. They say that believe in Jesus or at least call themselves Christians, but don’t attend a church. Their faith is very personal, private, and even comfortable. They choose to follow Jesus on their terms, as long as He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something Ain’t Right Here

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 10, 2019
     | 4,628 views

    A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 6: 1 – 42

    2 Chronicles 6: 1 – 42 Something ain’t right here 6 Then Solomon spoke: “The LORD said He would dwell in the dark cloud. 2 I have surely built You an exalted house, and a place for You to dwell in forever.” 3 Then the king turned around and blessed the whole assembly of Israel, while all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Heaven - Myth Or Reality? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 16, 2023
     | 2,428 views

    Heaven is a real place, and we need to understand what lies within our future. Our perspective or vision of Heaven should influence our daily lives and choices. Don’t listen to the myth that Heaven will be boring!

    Series: Heaven! Sermon: Heaven – Reality or Myth? Subject: What is Heaven Like? Thesis: Heaven is a real place, and we need to understand what lies within our future. Our perspective or vision of Heaven should influence our daily lives and choices. Don’t listen to the myth that Heaven will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Perilous Times Series

    Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 450 ratings
     | 128,949 views

    Here are three very practical survival strategies for the perilous, difficult, dangerous days in which we live.

    Perilous Times II Timothy 3 You’ve probably heard the old joke about the fellow who was told, “Cheer up. Things could be worse.” So he said, “I did as I was told. I cheered up, and sure enough, things got worse.” That in a nutshell is the message of II Timothy. The Apostle Paul, writing from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Crisis Of Belief

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,723 views

    Without faith it is impossible to please God.

    The Crisis Of Belief Hebrews 11:6 6And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:6 This is the third week of our "Sharing the Gifts" stewardship focus for this year. I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,781 views

    A sermon for pastors and church leaders. It is a message on leadership illustrated from the interactions between Samuel and Saul.

    I Samuel 14:47: After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. Saul was a fighting King. He was a great general. He dealt all kinds ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Chiseling Away At God

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002
    based on 165 ratings
     | 11,858 views

    For most people, their image of God is too small. A proper view of God controls your obedience, your faith and your peace.

    June 4, 2000 Exodus 20:4-6 “Chiseling away at God” INTRODUCTION Every time that I go into Wal-Mart, I am reminded that there is a major group of American soldiers that does not yet have a memorial in Washington, DC. This group is composed of the men and women who served our country so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going For The Gold (Pt. 2)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,837 views

    This sermon examines the lives of several prominent O.T. people (Lot, David, Achan, etc.) to see how coveting almost destroyed them.

    October 1, 2000 Exodus 20:17 “Going for the gold!” (part 2) INTRODUCTION Last week, we began our look at the last of the 10 Commandments – “Thou shalt not covet”. We said that coveting is that overwhelming desire that we have to possess what belongs to someone else. It may be that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Malone avatar

    In God We Trust

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 18, 2001
    based on 134 ratings
     | 9,759 views

    In this message we will answer 3 questions that many in our nation are asking. Why did this happen? Where should I turn? What should I do?

    “In God We Trust” In Isaiah chapter 54, we read; “Rain and snow fall from the sky and don’t return without watering the ground. They cause plants to sprout and grow, making seeds for the people and bread for the farmer. The same is true of the words I speak. They will not return to me ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Goes With The Job!

    Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 24, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,516 views

    This message is directed to pastors and preachers and explains that difficulties are normal in the ministry.

    IT GOES WITH THE JOB! PHIL. 1:12-18 By Cooper Abrams INTRO: This message is for preachers, missionaries and those who serve the Lord. It comes from the Apostle Paul a preacher God chose to write most of the New Testament. There is often a misunderstanding concerning the reality of the what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist