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  • Guy Caley avatar

    Josiah: A New Beginning Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 36,057 views

    8th & final in series "Revival in the Land." The story of Judah’s last revival shows that God is anxious to renew fellowship with us.

    It was a bright Sunday morning in 18th century London, but Robert Robinson’s mood was anything but sunny. All along the street there were people hurrying to church, but in the midst of the crowd Robinson was a lonely man. The sound of church bells reminded him of years past when his faith in God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Steadfast Man Series

    Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jun 1, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 33,755 views

    A message that examines God’s call to Steadfastness, the great need of it, biblical examples of it, requirements of Steadfastness, hinderances to and how to cultivate Steadfastness in our character.

    The Steadfast Man series:Developing the Character of a Man of God Scripture Reading: 1Cor 15:51-58 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Life Of Dedication Series

    Contributed by Michael French on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,303 views

    Christians need to understand the importance of a consistent, daily routine of personal prayer.

    Consider the following words: dedication, commitment, devotion. What do they mean to you – not to you as a member of your family, as a part of a local community or as a citizen of a nation, but rather to you as a believer, as a Christian, as a follower of Christ. Do words such as these have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dance In The Lord's Blessing

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,728 views

    First of the two part series on King David based on the lectionary Proper 10B.

    If you look at the life of King David, he is pretty much like you and me. He has his strength and weaknesses like every human being. He was an artist, a poet, a musician, that he was often invited by the king to perform in the palace. He was also a warrior, even as a young man, he took down ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Every Christian Should Know Pt.3 Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on Apr 10, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,715 views

    We will continue our look at the Pharisee Syndrome.

    INTRO: STAY FERVENT IN LOVE. Fervent is a word that speaks of intensity and determination. It is an athletic term for stretching to reach the tape. Have you watched the fellows and gals who run the dash? When they come around that last turn and they’re pressing for the tape, they’ll get right to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Am I Receiving So Much Flack For Trying To Follow God? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,558 views

    A look at the negative reaction the Magi received when they arrived in Jerusalem. Often in our lives our attempts to follow God are not met with positive responses from those around us.

    THE RESPONSE THE MAGI RECEIVED IN JERUSALEM: Their question didn’t bring joy, but instead brought surprise, anger, embarrassment, and fear. - Matthew 2:1-7. a. Surprise. - Matthew 2:3. - The people are surprised by this news. We know this because of the response. No one has any idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Old Bows And Crooked Arrows

    Contributed by Rev. Robert Strickland on Oct 19, 2018
     | 3,838 views

    It takes young and old serving together to build the Kingdom!

    1 Corinthians 4:15 For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel. God places people in our life for seasons. some stay / some go We learn from everyone around us if we just pay attention teachers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    "3 Stages Of Spirituality - Part 3" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 16, 2016
     | 5,320 views

    One who is mature in the faith will act as a spiritual parent to others.

    John speaks of 3 stages of spiritual development. Level 1 is spiritual childhood. The challenge here is seeking to walk with God. Next, is the level of spiritual adolescence. The challenge here is striving to work with God. Now, we come to the third stage mentioned by John. Stage 3: Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discipleship Requires Determination Luke 9:51-62

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 25, 2016
     | 12,180 views

    Discipleship Requires Determination: a study of Luke 9:51-62.

    Discipleship Requires Determination Luke 9:51-62 Introduction 1. Gabrielle Douglas spent the first year of her life with her homeless family that lived in the back of a van. They were taken in by relatives but soon her father abandoned the family … mother and 4 young children. As she ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    “his Presence—our Only Hope” Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,284 views

    I remember spending countless weekends at my grandparents house nearly every weekend when I was growing up.

    Manifest Presence Series “His Presence—Our Only Hope” Part 1 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) January 11, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A I remember spending countless weekends at my grandparents house nearly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "decisions, Decisions, Decisions"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020
     | 7,199 views

    George Jones was an icon in country music... Just before his death in 1999 he wrote a song called choices-the mainline the song says I’m living and dying with the choices I made. And we do.

    “Decisions, Decisions, Decisions” Joshua 24: 14-15 We have been walking with the Israelites and with Joshua as their leader now while for the past 14 weeks. And we have seen God do some powerful things as he has used this man named Joshua. Before the death of Moses God put his hand on Joshua to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can I Do That When The Heat Is Turned Up? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 26, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,453 views

    We look at the faith of three Jewish young men and compare their faith to ours.

    Introduction Nebuchadnezzar has built a ninety-foot statue of himself made of gold that sat on a twenty-five-foot base (which archaeologists have discovered) in the plain of Dura. To celebrate his great achievement, he sent word to the satraps, the administrators, the governors, the counselors, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going Public For Jesus

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,442 views

    This is a message about believers baptism and it focuses on baptism as identification with Jesus.

    GOING PUBLIC FOR JESUS BAPTISM IS IDENTIFICATION MATT 3:13-17; 28:19-20; ROM 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION: TODAY IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF A LOCAL CHURCH. BAPTISM IS THE EVIDENCE OF SOMEONE WHO HAS MADE A DECISION FOR CHRIST COMING TO THE PLACE WHERE THEY WANT TO MAKE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Identity

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jan 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,171 views

    Just like Jacob in Genesis 32, you may have wrestled with struggles in your life—challenges that tested your faith and made you question your future. But I want you to know this: God is ready to meet you in your struggle, transform you, and give you a new identity.

    Sermon: Jacob’s New Identity Text: Genesis 32:22-32 Title: "A New Identity for a New Year" Key Text: Genesis 32:28 (NKJV): "And He said, 'Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel; for you have struggled with God and with men, and have prevailed.' Illustration: ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Our Covenant For Life: The Way PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 420 views

    Encourages us to follow Jesus' example, striving for godly character and living in community, as we journey on the path of discipleship.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here not because we are perfect, but because we are loved by a perfect God. We are here to seek His face, to learn His ways, and to grow in His likeness. ...read more

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