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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Finders Keepers, Losers Weepers

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,072 views

    We damage ourselves as well as the others when we write off whole peoples through racism. When we see them as persons, with human faces, we discover that to write them off is to damage ourselves. Fellowship in Christ leads us to value difference.

    A widow, shortly after her husband’s death, was going through his papers. She found a couple of old certificates, yellowed with age and crumbling into dust. They had been made out to her husband more than fifty years ago, and seemed to be some kind of promissory notes. Some sort of company had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Most Men Hate Going To Church

    Contributed by Anthony Ramdass on Oct 12, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,151 views

    A sermon inspired by the book "Why Men Hate Going To Church" by David Murrow.

    "WHY MOST MEN HATE GOING TO CHURCH" INTRODUCTION This week I read two books that deal with a major and troubling issue with Christianity as a whole, even affecting the church, and that issue is that Christianity is pretty much the only major religion where there are more women worshippers than ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #18 Understanding Love: More Than A Couch Potato

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 6, 2016
     | 2,884 views

    This is part of a series or can stand alone as a good lesson. THIS IS INSTALLMENT #18 ON LOVE UNDERSTANDS: MORE THAN A COUCH POTATO... Love can revert to doing-nothing neglect that dooms the chances of loves survival.

    #18 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: MORE THAN A COUCH POTATO... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LOVE UNDERSTANDS THAT NEGLECT IS JUST AS BAD AS ABUSE... WHAT MAKES US THINK WE CAN GET AWAY WITH NEGLECT? HOW SHALL WE ESCAPE IF WE NEGLECT? NELECT: to fail to take care of, or not give ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Continue The Journey Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on May 7, 2008
     | 5,165 views

    There are a lot of "religions" and "belief" systems that sound pretty convincing. But when you have been planted properly, why even consider them, just "Continue the Journey."

    Introduction I. Maybe you have recently read a book or article about so-called “near death” experiences. A. I admit, I really haven’t read a complete book or even an article on the subject, but I know that there are many out there. B. I have heard people relate their “experience” on shows like ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Exodus Part 8- " Sing A New Song" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Apr 26, 2016
     | 11,092 views

    Part 8 of our Exodus series

    Exodus “The story of God’s presence” Part 8 “Sing a new song” Imagine a world with no music It would be a pretty boring place Think about going to see a movie Action movies would lose a lot of their effect without the fast paced Excited music that comes with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Descriptive Greeting Continued - Beloved By God The Father Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,986 views

    We are loved by God.

    Intro: 1. In the 1980s, people shelled out thousands of dollars to own a potbellied pig, an exotic house pet imported from Vietnam. Their breeders claimed these mini pigs were quite smart and would grow to only 40 pounds. Well, they were half right. The pigs were smart. But they had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord Gives Wisdom

    Contributed by Wayne Essex on Jan 19, 2019
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     | 3,869 views

    What Hat Are You Wearing?

    LIVING WISE IN A STUPID WORLD (What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it) Lesson 2 of 31. Proverbs 2:1-9. The Lord Gives Wisdom. Getting the most out of your church experience. There are three types of people that attend Sunday school class and church. The simple, the foolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Blessed Are The Meek Series

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 13, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,333 views

    Third of the Eight Milestones on the Journey of the Fruitful Followers.

    I read in the news yesterday about the Burmese government’s attempt to eliminate Christians from the land of Burma. One of the major media that reported this news was the Sunday Telegraph of London. The following is the beginning part of the report: ------- The military regime in Burma is intent ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Spirit Is In Your Box? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 711 views

    Explores the profound mystery and power of the Holy Spirit dwelling within us, guiding, harmonizing, and empowering our Christian journey.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. In our shared pursuit of understanding, we gather here today to contemplate the profound mystery of the Holy Spirit, our divine dwelling, our harmonizer, and the source of our ...read more

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    God Is Doing A New Thing In You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024
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     | 1,139 views

    Encourages believers to find hope in God's ongoing work in their lives, hold onto His promises, and continually transform in response to His Word.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's Word with you today. As we open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom contained in the sacred scriptures, let us remember that every word is a gift from ...read more

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    Absalom, Amnon And Tamar Series

    Contributed by John Dixon on Oct 7, 2018
     | 8,356 views

    The tragic story of Amnon, Tamar and Absalom highlights the problems associated with David's neglected justice, and Absalom implementing his own brand of justice, creating chaos and destruction in the process.

    2 Samuel 13 (NIV) 2 Amnon became so obsessed with his sister Tamar that he made himself ill. 12 “She said to him. “ Don’t do this wicked thing. 13 What about me? Where could I get rid of my disgrace? And what about you? You would be like one of the wicked fools in Israel. Please speak to the king; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Boxed In For Growth And Glory Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 18, 2018
     | 2,779 views

    Message 5 in our series from Exodus tracking Israel's faith journey. This message continues from the previous message.

    The notes here are supplemental to the notes for message 4. Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "BOXED IN FOR GROWTH AND GLORY" Pt 2 I. God deliberately designed a difficult situation 14:1-9 A. He positioned His children up against an obstacle 1-2 God deliberately ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Since You're Going Anyway, Teach

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,161 views

    Jesus’ call to us is to use the natural intersections of life to share what we know, to learn together with others, and to claim the victory of the Lord who will always be with us.

    My wife and I made the rounds of the carpet stores one evening last week. She is a member of the church’s Building and Grounds Committee and has been given the assignment of refurbishing my office. It was an educational experience, but not a particularly entertaining one. At one carpet store we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Burning Bush: Attentive Hearts

    Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,957 views

    A sermon based on the Burning Bush story which looks at what it means to have hearts that are attentive to God.

    20000326a - Exodus 3.1,f. The Burning Bush Attentive Hearts Story of a native American in NYC hearing cricket; crowd hearing coins drop. The point is not just listening; it’s WHAT! / TRUTH! Turn Aside [3.1-3] Moses’ first step was a detour. It was a decision to pay at-tention. (We get so ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Parents, Protect Your Children Series

    Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,928 views

    How is David going to respond the fact that his daughter has been raped by his own son?

    Series: “How Can I Best Love My Family?” Sermon Two: “Parents, Protect Your Children” Text: 2 Samuel 13 Introduction: Well, we’re analysing David’s weakness in an effort to love our families better. And I said this last week today we’re going to address our need as parents to protect our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ