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  • Paul George avatar

    The Mustard Seed

    Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,483 views

    "He presented another parable to them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field;

    "He presented another parable to them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field; and this is smaller than all seeds; but when it is full grown, it is larger than the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Servant Church Empowers Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
     | 4,088 views

    The ability to conquer life challenges is contained in the power of a word - Jesus.

    October 22, 2006 Title: A Servant Church Empowers Text: John 1: 1-13 Focus: To them gave He power to become the sons of God. During one of my recent moments of relaxation I watch a movie video entitled, Akeelah and the Bee. The story was about an 11 year old girl who lived in the Compton, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    01 - James 1:1-8 Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 20, 2021
     | 4,246 views

    This is the 1st of 11 Studies on the Book of James and talks about our attitude to trials, and about seeking God for wisdom.

    James 1:1 “James, a bondservant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad: Greetings.” James begins his letter by introducing himself, as the bondservant of both God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. A bondservant was a slave to his master. In the Old ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ancient City Of Damascus Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 7, 2022
     | 1,858 views

    Founded in the 3rd millennium B.C., Damascus is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. It was the center of a flourishing craft industry, specializing in swords and lace. The city has some 125 monuments from different periods of its history.

    Ancient City of Damascus Founded in the 3rd millennium B.C., Damascus is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. It was the center of a flourishing craft industry, specializing in swords and lace. The city has some 125 monuments from different periods of its history – one of the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Count The Cost Of Quitting?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 31, 2015
     | 5,975 views

    Quitting can cost more than you desire to pay. Demas quit under a heavy load. John Mark quit and considered the stupid tax and returned to God's work. Quitting has consequences --- PRESS ON...

    COUNT THE COST OF QUITTING? CAN WE AFFORD TO QUIT? QUITTING HAS CONSEQUENCES ---I QUIT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Deut.30:19... I call on heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Pain That Produces Peace: God’s Loving Discipline In The Life Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 204 views

    We live in a comfort-driven culture. Everything in the 21st century whispers, “Avoid pain. Escape discomfort. Protect your preferences.” Yet Scripture speaks a very different language. The Bible tells us that pain, in the hands of a loving Father, is not pointless—it is productive.

    The Pain That Produces Peace: God’s Loving Discipline in the Life of a Disciple Introduction: When It Hurts Let me begin with a simple, honest truth: following Jesus is glorious—but it is not always easy. We live in a comfort-driven culture. Everything in the 21st century whispers, “Avoid pain. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Time To Grow Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 987 views

    Encourage Christians to live in unity, grow in maturity, and serve with humility by tuning our hearts to Jesus Christ as our standard.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from Ephesians 4:1-11, where the Apostle Paul encourages us to live in unity, grow in maturity, and serve with humility. Before we get started, I want to share a quote with you from Corrie Ten Boom. She once said, "Be united ...read more

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    The Protection Of Love Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,330 views

    This is installment 11 of a series I did on I Corinthians 13, and it deals with the fact that love "bears all things."

    “The Protection of Love” I Corinthians 13:7 March 2, 2003 Love of Another Kind – I Corinthians 13 Pre-Sermon Thematic Introduction We’ve been talking about love, about how important it is, and what it looks like in our lives. Coming, as do most of us, from the left-brained branch of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Closet Space

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 3, 2001
    based on 117 ratings
     | 8,454 views

    Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001

    Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001 Heavenly Father empower us to use our wealth to help others in need and for good causes. Amen. Title: “Closet Space” Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me.” But he said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Guaranteed Return-30,60,100 Times

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 6, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,573 views

    The message challenges the listeners to become "good soil" and receptive to the good news of the Gospel.

    Guaranteed Return – 30, 60, 100 Times Matthew 13:1-9 There are approximately 60 parables in the New Testament. Jesus told common life stories with word pictures to connect with the people and teach Biblical truths. Most of the parables had a deeper meaning. Jesus used word pictures to capture ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Out Of Control Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 24, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,648 views

    People who yield to God’s control experience well-being.

    #2006-26 Title: Out of Control Text: Matthew 5:5 Truth: People who yield to God’s control experience well-being. Aim: To lead them to submit to God. INTRODUCTION Victor Hugo, who is famous for his novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame, also so wrote a story called “Ninety-Three.” It tells of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Joy In Life Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,255 views

    This message is based on the fruit of the spirit It concludes with some practical guidelines to help you discover joy in your life.

    Finding Joy in Life Galatians 5:22-23 Dr. Marty Baker www.stevenscreek.net June 30, 2002 This week our nation will be celebrating Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, a group of 56 patriots banded together and adopted the Declaration of Independence on. They penned these words: "We hold these ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Lavished With Love! Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,655 views

    The love of God is more than we can understand, but he has lavished it upon us! How do we understand that, how do we respond to that?

    How great the Fathers love; lavished! There are some truly magnificent things that can happen in a person’s life. The foundations of true friendship as you meet people for the first time and you know that there will be a bond between you. I have friends like this that after years we can get ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    That's Just The Way I Am Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 22, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,155 views

    People are formed by NATURE and NURTURE, which they cannot control, but also by CHOICES, which they can control. They can choose VALUES, PERSPECTIVE, and ACTIONS. Yet how free to choose are they? Those who receive Christ are "born of God" (John 1:12-13)

    “THAT’S JUST THE WAY I AM”—Genesis 25:19-34 (Series on the life of Jacob: “Life is Messy; God Is Faithful”) “That’s just the way I am.” People say that, and maybe we say it about ourselves: “I’m shy…I’m not very tactful…I’m not assertive…I’m not a sensitive guy…My emotions take over…I’m a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Can The Found Be Lost Again? Series

    Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Dec 13, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 7,072 views

    Introduction to series of messages on perseverance of the saints.

    “Can the Found be Lost Again?” (Message #1 on Perseverance of Saints) Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church “And I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from doing them good; but I will put my fear in their hearts so that they will not depart from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist