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  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Bad Breath Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
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    These proverbs warn of and against those who plan and speak trouble.

    Introduction We have had proverbs about sweet talking. Now they turn to bad breath. Text 25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. With apologies to Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley, let me read (not sing!) a famous song that this proverb sets ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Confront Them With The Gospel Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 15, 2018
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     | 5,244 views

    In this passage, we are told of yet another way in which we are to imitate God—we are to be “light.” Once the believers were “darkness,” but now they were “light in the Lord.”

    Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/8/17 Lesson 22: Confront them with the Gospel (Ephesians 5:8-14) Ephesians 5:8-14 (KJV) 8 For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light: 9 (For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sacrifice -- Money Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018
     | 6,796 views

    This message continues exploring the discipline of sacrifice focusing on the sacrifice of our financial resources for kingdom purposes.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Financial Sacrifice” Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate spiritual exercises as a way of life. I. What is sacrifice? Sacrifice is a willingness and sometimes even eagerness to give up ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Sermon – El Roi, The God Who Sees Me

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 18, 2025
     | 664 views

    God responded to her suffering, not her prayer, revealing Himself to her and giving her the assurance that He had seen her affliction. This encounter provided Hagar with strength and the knowledge that she was not alone, but rather seen, known, and understood by God.

    Sermon – El Roi, The God Who Sees Me Scripture - Genesis 16:1-11 “Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had not been able to bear children for him. But she had an Egyptian servant named Hagar. So Sarai said to Abram, “The Lord has prevented me from having children. Go and sleep with my servant. Perhaps I can ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Choose The Donkey

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 9, 2025
     | 873 views

    Palm Sunday

    Why Choose the Donkey Luke 19:28-44 Good Morning Today is the day most Christians celebrate as Palm Sunday. One of the most baffling things about Palm Sunday and the Easter story is the fact that Jesus’ Disciples didn’t understand what was happening in Jerusalem that day. Until Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are We In Revival? Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 13, 2015
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     | 10,491 views

    Many claim we are experiencing revival today, yet so much of the church seems to be in retreat. Where is the gut-wrenching repentance of former revivals? Where is the confession of sins by entire church populations? This all happened when revival came...

    ARE WE IN REVIVAL? 33. What Does Bible Revival Look Like ? In the 600's BC, in a day when Babylon threatened to devour the once godly kingdom of Judah and the labors of the Patriarchs, the Conquerors, the Kings and Priests of many hundreds of years, Habakkuk the prophet cries out to God, "Revive ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Light For The Path Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 23, 2020
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     | 12,005 views

    In Psalm 119:105-112 the word of God is shown as: 1)Light Points Our Direction (Psalm 119:105-108), 2) Light Presents Our Defense (Psalm 119:109-110), 3) Light Provides Our Delight (Psalm 119:111-112).

    Psalm 119:105-112 105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.106 I have sworn an oath and confirmed it, to keep your righteous rules. 107 I am severely afflicted; give me life, O LORD, according to your word! 108 Accept my freewill offerings of praise, O LORD, and teach me your ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Snare Is Broken

    Contributed by Robert Parker on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 85,890 views

    David said If it hadn’t been for the Lord in his life the Snares of the world that tried to Hold him back could not have been broken. This is a word of encouragement and hope for the saints of God. God Bless

    Psalm 124: 1 “If it had not been for the Lord who was on our side, now may Israel say; (124:2) “If it had not been the Lord who was on our side, when men rose up against us”. (124:3) “When they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled against us; (124:4) “Then the waters had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Experiencing Jehovah El Shaddai In The Place Of Prayer

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jan 13, 2015
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     | 16,610 views

    God is willing, ready and available to listen to us and answer us when we pray. Are you willing, ready and available to pray?

    There is a God that answers prayers and His name is Jehovah El Shaddai. There is no prayer request that is too big, complex or complicated for Jehovah El Shaddai to handle. Neither is there any request that is too small, trivial, mundane or inconsequential for God not to give His attention to. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pressing On Despite The Circumstances

    Contributed by Bruce Smith on Jul 21, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 18,787 views

    You may be going through a winter but SPRING IS ON THE WAY!

    PRESSING ON DESPITE THE CIRCUMSTANCES INTRODUCTION: During the week Elaine and I attended a Pastors Prayer meeting As each one was sharing their needs we would be in prayer for those needs When it came to our fellowship Elaine and I were sharing how many in the fellowship had been under attack ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Have Made You A Watchman

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 195 ratings
     | 41,976 views

    The Church, God’s people, is entrusted with a message to deliver and will be held accountable for faithfulness.

    "I have made you a watchman" Eze. 33:7 INTRO.: I once knew a preacher who had retired from the navy. He was a radar technician.. His task was to track the presence of Russian submarines off the Atlantic coast of the United States. He said at times there were several of them and his job was to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is God Saying? Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Tiger Gullett on May 3, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,673 views

    God has said much throughout this series. Today, as we look at Daniel 6, we see a man who belongs to God. In Daniel 6 God is saying, "BE MY PEOPLE."

    WHAT IS GOD SAYING? “BE MY PEOPLE !" 1. ““BE A PEOPLE OF INTEGRITY.”” (v 1-9) (A) DANIEL WAS LIVING IN A CORRUPT GOVERNMENT WITH JEALOUS AND ENVIOUS MEN. DARIUS’ IDEA WAS A GREAT ONE. TO SET UP 120 GOVERNORS AND 3 MEN TO OVERSEE ALL OF THEM. THE PROBLEM WAS THAT THESE MEN WERE SKIMMING MONEY AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believer Beware

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,314 views

    Paul gave three warnings for us to heed if we are to enjoy our fullness in Jesus Christ

    INTRO: I remember when I was in grade school one of the games I liked to play was baseball. My friend would pitch rocks, and I’d have a big long stick. I would see how far I could hit them. We were told not to do this over and over again, but I did not listen. One day when I was out hitting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Good Soldier

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Jan 5, 2009
    based on 13 ratings
     | 10,879 views

    A funeral message for a fallen soldier.

    -Karen, family and friends, we gather today to remember the life of Donald, to celebrate his many accomplishments and mourn our loss. -Most of you knew him very well. Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to meet him but I look forward to the day that I finally do. -As I sat down with Karen ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Can You Hear God's Voice?!

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 20, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,308 views

    Understanding that God is speaking to us. His voice speaks to us with Power, instruction, correction, and compassion. God want’s whats best for us but like normal children we aren’t listening.

    Can You Hear God’s Voice Intro: How many would say their lives are hectic today? Things that make life hectic. (possesions, relationships, attitudes, jobs) Almost everything in our lives causes interruption, confusion, sometimes depression, and heavy burdens. What has happened? Bro Billy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist