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  • Matthew Davaughn Cox avatar

    Doing Your Best For God

    Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Apr 4, 2014
     | 13,701 views

    This sermon is coming from col. 3:23

    Sermon Text: Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men Col. 3:23 Key Points: 1. Always give your best at doing whatever you do best. 2. God wants our best in life and nothing less. 3. When we strive to do our best we are pleasing God. We can try to please ...read more

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    Praise The Lord!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 13, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,340 views

    God's Word teaches us clearly we are to praise the Lord. God wants to hear our praise. But what is praise? Do we really understand what is involved in praising the Lord? How does praise effect God? What effect does praise have on us?

    Praise the Lord Luke 19:29-40 On the day we call Palm Sunday as Christ rode into Jerusalem fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, we read that "the whole multitude of his disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen, saying, "Blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Francis Balla avatar

    Calling On The Lord

    Contributed by Francis Balla on Aug 24, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,262 views

    In the world of advertising especially the TV commercials every scriptwriter understands the power of two words. “CALL NOW” To our great annoyance all most all commercials carry phrases like; “Pick up your phone and call now” “the first 100 callers will g

    In the world of advertising especially the TV commercials every scriptwriter understands the power of two words. “CALL NOW” To our great annoyance all most all commercials carry phrases like; “Pick up your phone and call now” “the first 100 callers will get a gift” “not available in stores only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Our Position In Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022
     | 2,810 views

    We have communion in our church service because the Lord tells us that as OFTEN AS WE DO IT WE DO IT IN REMEMBERANCE OF HIM.

    Great men and women have come and gone, and our history books are filled with reminders of what they did when they were here. For example, today many are still talking about: • Winston Churchill • Napoleon • Margaret Thatcher • Lady Diana • Abraham Lincoln • And many more…. These great men ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    The Weapons Of Our Warfare

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 1, 2020
     | 19,282 views

    Every Christian is fighting a spiritual warfare, and the Lord has given us spiritual weapons that are adequate to ensure our sustained victory in the battle.

    The Weapons of our Warfare Study Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Ephesians 6:10-12 Introduction: - As Christians, we need to understand that we are engaged in a spiritual warfare and it is expedient that we war a good warfare. - Understanding that we war in the Spirit and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Sam Martin avatar

    Learning To Rest In The Lord

    Contributed by Sam Martin on Aug 7, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,498 views

    In our lives we often allow those who are not doing right to affect us. We look at what they are doing and we allow if to affect us in our lives. What we need to do is get our eyes off those that are not doing right and trust in the Lord and put our del

    Text: Psalm 37:1-7 Introduction: In our lives we often allow those who are not doing right to affect us. We look at what they are doing and we allow if to affect us in our lives. What we need to do is get our eyes off those that are not doing right and trust in the Lord and put our delight in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord Is My Helper Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,801 views

    THE LORD IS OUR VIGILANT HELPER AND PROTECTOR

    BIG IDEA: THE LORD IS OUR VIGILANT HELPER AND PROTECTOR I. (:1-4) THE LORD IS OUR VIGILANT HELPER A. Looking for Help in All the Right Places -- "From whence shall my help come?” 1. Reminder: The impressive grandeur of the mountains reminds me of the majesty of the Creator "I will lift up my eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Reverence The Lord.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 8, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 333 views

    The outworking of our covenant relationship with the LORD.

    HOW TO REVERENCE THE LORD. Psalm 34:11-22. PSALM 34:11. David addresses his hearers as “children” - like disciples receiving instruction at the feet of their Rabbi. The Scottish metrical version reads: “O children, hither do ye come, And unto me give ear; I will you teach to understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ray Scott avatar

    2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

    Contributed by Ray Scott on May 13, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 28,011 views

    This is the first message in a series on the book of 2 Thessalonians. Paul gives encouragment to Christians who are going through trials and tribulations.

    2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: A few months after writing his FIRST letter to them, Paul writes his SECOND letter to the Christians at Thessalonica. WHY did he write this 2nd letter? o The 1st letter didn’t answer all their questions. o Persecution had intensified (1:4). o They got a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Freedom To Disappoint Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,373 views

    If we are to be faithful disciples of Christ, and follow His example, we must be willing to disappoint others.

    Good morning! I’d like to jump right in, and begin this morning with a precious promise, one that comes directly from Christ: “28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    Enjoy The Lord's Banquet

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 16, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,507 views

    PENTECOST 4 - God's Word is the banquet believers will want to enjoy. This banquet is a feast for our salvation. This banquet is our reason to rejoice.

    ENJOY THE LORD’S BANQUET (Outline) July 10, 2011 - Pentecost 4 - ISAIAH 25:6-9 INTRO: Most people enjoy eating at a free banquet or feast. Very often food and celebrations go quite well together. Too often we think about our next meal even before being finished with our current ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Reuben Bredenhof avatar

    Lord Of The Storm

    Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 21, 2021
     | 3,738 views

    As Lord of all creation, Jesus won’t let anything stop his plan to redeem sinners. So there is nothing more powerful than these words of comfort for his believers: “It is I.” His words overcome all our fears: “I am Jesus. Do not be afraid.”

    It is humbling to stand at the edge of the ocean. Looking out over the water, seeing the pounding surf and hearing the noise of the breakers, you realize your smallness. This is creation’s awe-inspiring power. And it’s not only impressive, it can also be dangerous. Sometimes the surfers have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Living Out Our Calling Series

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 12, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,096 views

    The Lord through Paul calls us to get along, even when it's hard. He says to be humble, gentle, patient, and forbearing with our fellow believers. And through our efforts to do so, God will be glorified in the world. We pursue unity because God is one.

    Living Out Our Calling Ephesians 4:1-6 Some people are really hard to get along with. (Can I get an amen?) I remember several times in our past Becky and I have had the thought, “Why does it seem that most of the time, when we have relational conflict, it’s with Christians!?! With fellow brothers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lonnie Erwin avatar

    Living A Life Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,595 views

    The first 21 verses of 1 Peter could be summed this way (vs.3-12) living a life of Holiness and verses (vs.13-21) fear for God. Not a fear of bodily harm but a respect and concern as we struggle to live a life before the righteous God (1Pet 1:16)

    Intro Illustration: David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, discusses some disheartening research concerning the failure of Christians in our day to remain distinct: "In virtually every study we conduct, representing thousands of interviews every year, born again Christians (talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Edward Ray avatar

    Remember The Lord

    Contributed by David Edward Ray on Jun 6, 2019
     | 6,669 views

    How quickly we forget the Lord after He has rescued us from sure destruction. Or how we take credit for our own deliverance and forget to give God thanks and glory. This is a short message that encourages believers to Remember the Lord for all of His goodness towards them.

    Remember the Lord Johnny missed the train that would have taken him to see his favorite Football team play on Saturday. Running behind, he frantically started driving to the match. As he approached the stadium, there wasn’t a parking space to be found, anywhere. Not wanting to miss the opening ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God