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  • Scott Thomas avatar

    The Faithful God

    Contributed by Scott Thomas on Nov 11, 2013
     | 22,807 views

    This faithful God has proven His faithfulness through a Faithful Passion, a Faithful Performance, and through Faithful Promises!! He was faithful in the past, and He will be faithful in the future.

    THE FAITHFUL GOD Deuteronomy 7:6-9 Intro: 1. The word Deuteronomy means “second law.” 2. It is a book that is restating the law and reminding a new and young generation that they are loved and chosen. 3. God is also reminding them that He is faithful and that He will keep His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Desired By The People Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 4, 2017
     | 5,906 views

    As Jesus' ministry grew in popularity, He often was forced to minister in the outlying areas to accommodate the crowds that gathered. The church needs to capture this passion and desire to be in the presence of the Lord.

    Desired by the People Mark 3: 7-12 The rapid pace we have become accustomed to in Mark’s Gospel continues. Jesus seldom stays in one place for extended periods of time. He is continually on the move, ministering to different people, with varied needs, in different places. Such is the case with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Glimpse Of Glory Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 21, 2023
     | 4,277 views

    The transfiguration of Jesus looks backwards to Moses and Elijah, and looks forward to Jesus' passion, ascension and return. The transfiguration is significant for Jesus, His apostles, and all of us.

    Introduction: A. What are the most glorious things you have ever seen? 1. The birth of a baby? A breathtaking sunset? The pounding ocean surf or the shear force of the water going over Niagara Falls? 2. As glorious as those things are, none of those things can even come close to the glorious ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When The Lights Go Out

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025
     | 155 views

    Jesus rekindles our passion to shine. His authority sends us, His Spirit empowers us, and His mission becomes our greatest thrill again

    It happens slowly. You rarely notice when the first lights begin to flicker. A bulb gives up in the back hallway. One more goes dark in the kitchen. The living room dims a little, but you don’t think much about it. You just squint more. You buy a cheaper lamp. You hold your phone screen a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Complacency And Compromise Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 1, 2019
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     | 8,728 views

    Nehemiah returned after his absence from Jerusalem and saw the corruption of the priests and the neglect to the house of God. His passion for God's glory did not diminish with time.

    It will be so good if this book ends with chapter 12 on a high and glorious note. • With the city rebuilt and the people celebrating the completion with a grand dedication service, and the sound of rejoicing and praise reaching beyond Jerusalem. • The chapter ended with the Levites and priests ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Offer God Your Best Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,515 views

    So many times, we look at the end result of our purpose rather than the journey we must travel to accomplish that purpose. We must constantly give God our best so that He can use that best for His Plan, Purpose and Promise.

    INTRODUCTION A. GOD’S ENVISIONED VISION FOR NHBC! As I strive to become who God desires me to be, I learn more of what Paul meant when he said, “we live by faith and not by sight”. And as a church, we also find ourselves striving to become who God has envisioned us to be. I am still not 100% ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unprofitable Servant

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 390 views

    God is not unjust; He never expects from us what He hasn’t first given. However, He expects productivity, faithfulness, and stewardship.

    THE UNPROFITABLE SERVANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:24-30 Supporting Texts: Luke 17:10, Matthew 7:19, John 15:2, Romans 12:11, Proverbs 18:9 INTRODUCTION: In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus presents a clear contrast between faithful and unfaithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How's Your Spiritual Maintenance?

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 15, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 15,275 views

    The cares and anxieties of the world, and distractions of the age, and the pleasure and delight and false glamour and deceitfulness of riches,and the craving and passionate desire for other things creep in and choke and suffocate the Word, and it becomes

    How’s Your Spiritual Maintenance? By Pastor CG "The cares and anxieties of the world, and distractions of the age, and the pleasure and delight and false glamour and deceitfulness of riches, and the craving and passionate desire for other things creep in and choke and suffocate the Word, and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Understanding Your Temperament Biblically

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 25, 2025
     | 174 views

    An exploration of God-given temperaments and how the Holy Spirit shapes them for divine purpose.

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR TEMPERAMENT BIBLICALLY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 139:14 Key Verse: “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” — Psalm 139:14 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6; Galatians 5:22–23; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Killing The Flesh Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,399 views

    These three nations are a picture of our old, fleshly natures. • Moab represents the power of the flesh. • Ammon represents the passion of the flesh. • Amalek represents the persistence of the flesh.

    Pastor Allan Kircher 18 Aug 2013 Shell Point Baptist Church Judges 3:12-30 HOW LEFTY KILLED HEFTY Intro: • 400 years covered/book/Judges • Nation/Israel followed/predictable pattern. • Serve God faithfully while/strong leadership of their judges. • Judge died/they had no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pull Together Not Apart

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 5, 2013
     | 4,469 views

    In the selection process of church leaders we must see the importance of purpose as well as process.

    1. Fatigue Back in the 90’s there was a President of Harvard University named Neil Rudenstine. Now, one of the major roles of college president is to raise money for the institution so they can pay the salaries and other financial responsibilities of the organization. And Neil Rudenstine was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Christ We Are A New Creation

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,539 views

    In Jesus we are made new, and we are made on purpose for a purpose - to be ones through whom God's message of love and reconciliation is delivered. People look through our lives to see if they can see Him.

    How do you feel about the coming year? Maybe you’re looking ahead at 2012 with some stress as another year full of things that you have to do whether you want to or not. The cartoon character Calvin from Calvin and Hobbes once said, “God put me on this earth to accomplish a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let's Forget About Ourselves And Worship

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 19, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,095 views

    Nehemiah 12:27 gives 3 purposes in worship: Celebration, thanksgiving and dedication (Material adapted from Stephen Sizer at:https://www.stephensizer.com/2010/11/purpose-driven-worship-nehemiah-12/)

    HoHum: In 1990 A woman entered an ice cream shop for an ice cream cone. While she was ordering another customer entered the store. She placed her order, turned around and found herself staring face to face with Paul Newman. He was in town filming a movie. His blue eyes made her knees buckle. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lord, Let The Fire Fall!

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 24, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 23,690 views

    This message is a call to repentance, and for spiritual purity and passion in hearts and lives of God's people. We've lost our fire for God, and we desperately need the fire of God rekindled.

    Lord, Let The Fire Fall Text: I Kings 18:21-24 Intro: Ever since the day man discovered it, fire has been a useful tool. But man soon discovered that fire could be both friend and foe. Not only could it provide light and warmth and be used to cook food, but it could also do great harm. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,946 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to teach God’s Word about these areas and inspire obedience to it.

    1 Corinthians God’s Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness 1 Corinthians 7 March 9, 2003 Intro: A. [Citation: Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church, in St. Charles, MO.} Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church in St. Louis, Mo., tells of two Christians, a man and a woman, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational