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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Accumulation Of Wealth Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 1, 2023
     | 1,578 views

    The man who wrote these words was by many accounts considered the wealthiest man in all of history. He not only held the most wealth, but he was faced with passing on more wealth than any person that ever lived. He gives his words of wisdom on accumulating wealth.

    Accumulation of Wealth Ecclesiastes 2:18-26 So far in Ecclesiastes Solomon has let us know that meaning is not in pleasures. Meaning is not found in worldly wisdom. So not we are going to look at if meaning is found in accumulation of massive wealth. There are some things money can do and some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Big Lies, Little Lies And Hope Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2022
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     | 1,788 views

    Does the divine author of this Bible understand? Does this Word of God have anything to say to us who wonder what tomorrow will bring?

    2nd Sunday in Lent The child was about eighteen months old, fast asleep in his little bed. Mom and Dad had just retired for the night, pleased that their son was growing so fast and learning so much. But as they were falling into that twilight state between wakefulness and slumber, a horrible ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Depression

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 5, 2014
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     | 9,471 views

    Depression may come into our lives out of a devastating event or from something as simple as a change of seasons. Whatever the cause the Bible gives us some steps we can take to move from depression to Praising our Great Savior! PTL!!

    There is a famous atheist physicist who for years went around defending many scientific “facts” including the existence of black holes in space among other thing, arguing vehemently for their existence … that is … until last week when he decided, “well maybe there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Revival Part One: Gathering To Hear The Word And Rejoice Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 20, 2018
     | 3,590 views

    Message 13 in our exposition of Nehemiah observing the revivals and restoration of worship after the walls were rebuilt.

    Chico Alliance Church Revival Part One Gathering to Hear the Word & Rejoice REVIEW Phase one of Nehemiah's two phase project has now been completed. We have tracked Nehemiah, a man of prayer, purpose, performance from a prominent position in the Persian Empire to the despairing people of Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Mercy That Speaks In Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 11, 2025
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    The mercy of God is not abstract—it is active, present, and powerful even in our most trying seasons. When crisis comes, we do not rely on our strength, wisdom, or righteousness. We lean wholly on the mercy of God that does not fail.

    MERCY THAT SPEAKS IN CRISIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 86:15, Hebrews 4:16, Jonah 2:1-10, Luke 18:13-14, Romans 9:15-16 INTRODUCTION: In times of crisis, when all hope seems lost and everything around us crumbles, there is one divine attribute ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Jesus Meets The Broken Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 22, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,790 views

    This is the 28th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#28] WHEN JESUS MEETS THE BROKEN Luke 8:26-39 Introduction: This morning, we will look at a powerful story where Jesus meets a man who is very broken and hurting. In a World full of pain and suffering, this story shows us that Jesus does not stay away from our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forget About It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 31, 2023
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    This sermon explores God's promise of renewal and provision, emphasizing His active presence in our present and future, despite our past trials and tribulations.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the Word of God and the fellowship of His Spirit. We gather here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative that the Lord is weaving in our lives and in the ...read more

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    The Cry Of Desertion PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
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    This sermon explores the lessons of faith, trust, and surrender we can learn from Jesus' moment of divine desertion on the cross.

    Good morning, beloved. I am so glad to see each one of you here today. There is something uniquely beautiful about the gathering of God's people in unity and love, and it's a privilege to be part of this congregation. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. You see, God has a ...read more

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    Go! And Trust God In The Midst Of Suffering - Romans 8:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 25, 2025
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     | 416 views

    If God is real, why is there suffering? This is one of the most pastoral, personal questions a Christian will ever face.

    Go! And Trust God in the Midst of Suffering - Romans 8:18 “If God Is Real, Why Is There Suffering?” INTRODUCTION If God is real, why is there suffering? Few questions strike the human heart with such force. It’s the question whispered at hospital bedsides, shouted in grief at gravesides, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Hunger For Worship

    Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 29, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 9,030 views

    A sermon based on Isaiah 6:1-8 drawing lessons for us concerning worship.

    A HUNGER FOR WORSHIP Isaiah 6:1-8 INTRODUCTION: There is an old French proverb that says, "A good meal ought to begin with hunger." It is hard to enjoy a good meal when you are not hungry, but when you are starving anything tastes good! The same is true with worship. When we approach worship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Prayer Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 23, 2023
     | 1,779 views

    Do you remember the last time you offered a prayer of praise? Perhaps it’s been a while, but the Bible teaches us that it’s good to lift prayers of praise to God

    A Prayer Of Praise” Psalm 92:1-15 Do you remember the last time you offered a prayer of praise? Perhaps it’s been a while, but the Bible teaches us that it’s good to lift prayers of praise to God. God does so much for us and to us yet the real reason to praise His Holy Name is because He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouraged In God Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,263 views

    Part 6 in a series on Lamentations. Three prinicples ways to return to God.

    Encouraged in God Lamentations 3:40-66 I. Introduction A. Pearls from God 1. Jenny was about to turn six. a) She and her mom were at the local five-n-dime store and she saw some pearls that she needed. b) The cost was almost $2 and Jenny’s mother Jenny could do extra chores to make enough money to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When God Sent His Son

    Contributed by James Owens on Dec 15, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 11,206 views

    When the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son.

    “WHEN GOD SENT HIS SON!” TEXT: Galatians 4:4-7 (NKJV) “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent forth the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "A Fresh Start”

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,346 views

    When we get shaken up a bit, let us close our eyes and imagine God saying, “DON”T GIVE UP, I’M STILL HERE”

    “A Fresh Start” Acts 16:25-31 JOKE: “New Years Resolutions” A couple sat facing their marriage counselor who asked, “Why are you here to see me?” The wife answered, “Well it all started when we thought it might be cute to choose each other’s New Year’s resolutions” INTRODUCTION: New Years Eve is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 16,119 views

    God walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death. God gives us strength to endure and protects of from misbelief, unbelief and dispair.

    Matthew 6:9-15, Luke 4:1-13 “Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil” INTRODUCTION The saying, “Opportunity only knocks once,” has been around for a long time. A recent caveat to this saying has been added, “but temptation bangs at the door constantly.” This seems to be all too ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran