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  • Mike Hullah avatar

    Elijah - Character Development Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 23, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,863 views

    For a believer to have authority they need to be people of character. Elijah was an ordinary man like us fashioned into an extraordinary man by God. This sermon covers the basis of Elijah’s contrasting character in the days he lived an example to us.

    THE ELIJAH CHURCH CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT 1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word.” James 5:17-18 Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus’ Chooses His First Team Members

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 18, 2014
     | 4,608 views

    Are we willing to make his service the priority in our life? Are we proclaiming the gospel in the confidence that comes from knowing Jesus, who taught with authority, who cast out demons and healed people of incurable diseases?

    Jesus begins his ministry with this clear announcement: “The time is fulfilled.” That is, it’s complete. Time’s up. We’re at the end of the line. Notice that John, the one who’s like Elijah, has finished his ministry. Mark wants to make it clear that the time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Happiness Through - Humility (Beatitudes) Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Nov 2, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,001 views

    In Jesus day, the Pharisee’s taught information without transformation, no authority. Jesus turns this upside down and speaks words that captivate the ears of the people, words that brings life. Today we will explore happiness through humility.

    Happiness In An Unsettling World Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus Dr. Tom Bartlett – September 6, 2020 Matthew 5:3 OUTLINE Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3 (ESV) For most, happiness comes from things, but could it be the source of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • David Owens avatar

    Making The Most Of Every Opportunity

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 25, 2024
     | 2,581 views

    Where did the Easter holiday come from? How do Christians and Churches navigate holidays in a way that takes advantage of what is on people's minds without creating religious holidays and traditions that are not biblically authorized?

    A. One day an atheist was complaining to his Christian friend, “You Christians have your special holidays, such as Christmas and Easter and Jews celebrate their special holidays, such as Passover and Yom Kippur, but we atheists have no recognized special holidays. It’s just not fair!” 1. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where’s The Glory

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,052 views

    The final four chapters of Judges. These final chapters begin and end with these bookends making it clear that God's people had moved away from moral absolutes. There was no absolute truth, no authority...they had lost their moral compass.

    WHERE’S THE GLORY Judges 17:1-6 and 21:25 These final chapters begin and end with these bookends making it clear that God's people had moved away from moral absolutes. There was no absolute truth, no authority...they had lost their moral compass. In America, we need a moral, spiritual revival or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressing To The End PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 936 views

    Explore the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and the call for believers to persist in their faith.

    Good morning, Church family! I'm feeling particularly moved today as we dive into a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew. This passage is like a complex painting, with layers upon layers of deep, spiritual meaning. It speaks about the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Reasons Why Some People Get Their Prayers Answered And Others Do Not

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 2,949 views

    Reasons Why Some Do Not Get Their Prayers Answered * "You do not ask so you do not receive.

    Reasons Why Some Do Not Get Their Prayers Answered * "You do not ask so you do not receive." * Some fail to ask God specifically for what they need * Some hold secret sins in their hearts * Some fail to walk in the Spirit * Some fail to meet the conditions to answers to prayer * Some fail to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Does A Better Job Than People Do

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,580 views

    1. The Holy Spirit seeks to bring greater glory to the Lord through every believer.

    1. The Holy Spirit seeks to bring greater glory to the Lord through every believer. Jesus said, "He will bring glory to me by taking from what is mine and making it known to you." (John 16:14) Ask the Lord to help you give God greater glory through the Holy Spirit working to illuminate, manifest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    5 Ways That God Is Active In His People's Lives Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 16,558 views

    A teaching message on Genesis 31:1-55.

    Genesis Series #56 August 11, 2002 Title: 5 Ways That God is Active in His People’s Lives Part 3 Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New Life in Christ. Today we continue with message #56 in our verse-by-verse study of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Paul Did Not Let People's Sentiments Determine His Direction

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 4,019 views

    Paul shows us how to avoid allowing peoples’ sentiments deter us from following God’s will

    Why Paul Did Not Let People’s Sentiments Determine His Direction (Acts 21:1-16) Quote:Sometimes the Lord calms the storm. Sometimes he lets the storm rage and calms his child. Illustration:Louis Pasteur is reported to have had such an irrational fear of dirt and infection he refused to shake ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,152 views

    How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20

    How to Help People Listen More Effectively – Mark 4:20 Jesus said, “Others, like seed sown on good soil, HEAR the word, accept it, and produce a crop – thirty, sixty or even a hundred times what was sown.” Jesus said, “You will know them by their fruit.” “Be doers of the word and not merely ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Zahn avatar

    What Happens To People Who Have Never Heard About Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Aug 31, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,833 views

    Eternal Life is found in Jesus Christ and him alone.

    What Biblical doctrine do you struggle with most? I wouldn’t be surprised if some of you answered that God’s concept of the relationship between the roles of men and women really causes you a hard time. Nor would I be shocked if a number of you struggle with the concept of close(d) communion that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God Bless You Sermon 3: Adding Value To Other People

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,505 views

    There are natural and supernatural blessings. We can add value to others by following five principles.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Definition of blessing, “Adding value, or prospering.” DOES NOT MEAN 1. Not transforming or making new. It means, “making better.” 2. Not knowing God intimately. It means improving your life and services. 3. Not divine intervention. It means lifting your life to a higher ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does God Say When People Pray (Part 4)

    Contributed by James Wilson on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 117 ratings
     | 3,939 views

    How does God respond to our prayers?

    What Does God Say When People Pray? (Part 4) Daniel 4:18 If you had a pressing problem, who would you ask to pray for you? Who would you turn to for help? The other day, I got an email from a stranger with the heading, “Urgent prayer request.” I didn’t know how the person got my email ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does God Say When People Pray (Part 3)

    Contributed by James Wilson on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 4,733 views

    How Does God respond to our prayers?

    What Does God Say When People Pray (Part 3) 2 Cor. 12:8-9 “Concerning this I entreated the Lord three times that it might depart from me. [9] And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist