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  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    Christians Living In Bondage

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,266 views

    We have a gospel today that allows the flesh to stay alive fulfilling scripture which warns us that in the last days, men shall become lovers of pleasurers more than lovers of God producing a generation of people who want the best of both worlds.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Lamentations 1:1) "How doth the city sit solitary, that was full of people! how is she become as a widow! she that was great among the nations, and princess among the provinces, how is she become ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What’s Up With Worship

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2012
     | 4,697 views

    DO WE COME TO CHURCH BECAUSE IT’S A HABIT? WE COME BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT WE ARE SUPPOSED TO DO. THE END RESULT IS THAT THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT, NOT WHAT WE ARE DOING AT THE EVENT. SO, WE SLOWLY AND INCREMENTALLY SLIP INTO A “GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS” KI

    WHAT’S UP WITH WORSHIP INTRODUCTION: TRADITIONALLY, EVERY SUNDAY AFTER CHURCH OUR FAMILY OUT TO DINNER. THIS EVENT HAS BECOME HABITUAL; IT IS EXPECTED. IN FACT THERE IS ALMOST A MUTINY IF THERE IS EVEN THE HINT OF NOT GOING OUT. THE PLACE IS NOT IMPORTANT, THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT. SOMETIMES, JUST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Ong avatar

    Break Free

    Contributed by John Ong on Jan 12, 2016
     | 7,285 views

    To make this New Year a successful year, we definitely need to turn all our bad thoughts and habits loose. Before we leap forward to a new start, let’s close the door of the bad practices and perceptions that hold us back.

    To make this New Year a successful year, we definitely need to turn all our bad thoughts and habits loose. Before we leap forward to a new start, let’s close the door of the bad practices and perceptions that hold us back. Letting go is an act of power, but with a heart that is ever enduring, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Gaston avatar

    Becoming A Giant Killer

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 10, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,007 views

    All of us face giants of debt, abuse, rejection, troubled children, battle fears, health issues, habits, failure, or depression. They seem impossible to overcome. But David shows us how to trust in God to save us. Jesus, our Champion, won the victory!

    BECOMING A GIANT KILLER 1 Sam. 17:2-51 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: You have to know…“HOW TO GET HELP” 1. One day Jacob, a Jew living in Russia, slipped on the wet riverbank and fell into the water. Unfortunately, Jacob couldn’t swim and was in serious danger of drowning. 2. Two Communist ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Malone avatar

    The Power Of Attitude Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 271 ratings
     | 227,573 views

    Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude. Your attitude can: make or break you, heal or hurt you...

    THE POWER OF ATTITUDE Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude. Your attitude can: MAKE OR BREAK YOU HEAL OR HURT YOU MAKE YOU FRIENDS OR MAKE YOU ENEMIES MAKE YOU HAPPY OR MAKE YOU MISERABLE MAKE YOU A SUCCESS OR ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stuart Blount avatar

    What Does God Think About The Church ?

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Apr 20, 2001
    based on 186 ratings
     | 10,308 views

    Some people do not always possess the kind of positive view of the church that Father God does. Learning to look at the church as he does is really important for us.

    WHAT DOES GOD SAY ABOUT THE CHURCH ? Many opinions circulate concerning the church both outside the church and inside. some Christians have negative views of the church. Some have even ‘retired’ from church life, they no longer attend or are involved in ‘Church’ in any way, but they still regard ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Happens When We Run Series

    Contributed by Scott Gleason on Jan 4, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 10,681 views

    As believers we need to realize the dangerous position in which we put ourselves when we decide to reject God’s will and run from His plan.

    What Happens When We Run – Rejecting God’s Will Text: Jonah 1 (Sunday AM) Date: January 9, 2000 I. Introduction Attention: I had neatly folded my clothes, at least as neatly as an eight year old could have, and I had placed them in a little bag. I headed to the kitchen to get some food and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Richardson avatar

    Speak Well Of God's Church

    Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 16, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 5,286 views

    We must speak well of God’s church, God’s people, and God’s servants to promote a positive and healthy atmosphere within and without the church.

    Proverbs 16:24 “Speak Well Of God’s Church!” Intro: The tongue is a small flappy piece of meat…… (This message is not for your neighbor…..) ***A little boy just got saved and sat on a bench next to old man who looked upset. The little boy said to the man, "Sir, do you need to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    The Opposite Qualities Of God - Make Your Choice

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,437 views

    This sermon is about the qualities of God which can operate in the life of a beleiver and how a beleiver can ensure that He experiences the positive qualities of God in his life.

    THE OPPOSITE QUALITIES OF GOD - MAKE YOUR CHOICE OUTLINE 1.GOD REMEMBERS AND GOD FORGETS 2.GOD LOVES AND GOD HATES 3.GOD HEARS AND GOD DOES NOT HEAR 4.GOD LIFTS UP AND GOD PUTS DOWN 5.GOD UNITES AND GOD SCATTERS 6.GOD BLESSES AND GOD CURSES 7.GOD LEADS AND GOD ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dennis Williams avatar

    Status Consciousness

    Contributed by Dennis Williams on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,849 views

    Jesus was against strife in the church. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy

    Status Consciousness (PRINTED OUT) July 02 Jesus was against the Pecking Order. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy They are in the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ The Bible shows that Jesus arose from the grave as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Anonymous Contributor avatar

    Following Jesus

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Jun 8, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,520 views

    What is your position before Jesus? Are you still saying "no" to Jesus? Or do you immediately follow Jesus like Andrew, Peter, James and John?

    Outline A. Calling B. Challenge C. Command D. Caution E. Cost Scripture Matthew 4:19; Isaiah 6:8 Matthew 4:19 "Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Five Marks Of A Spiritually Mature Christian Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 9, 2009
    based on 162 ratings
     | 190,800 views

    A Spiritually Mature Christian is: 1. Positive under PRESSURE. 2. Sensitive to the needs of other PEOPLE. 3. A PEACEMAKER not a troublemaker. 4. PATIENT. 5. PRAYERFUL.

    Five Marks Of A Spiritually Mature Christian Without a doubt the biggest problem that we have in the church today is that of spiritual maturity. We get ourselves into all kinds of problems by saying immature things, by making immature decisions, by acting in immature ways. We need to become ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard LaRaviere avatar

    Effecting Change In The Lives Of Thsoe We Encounter, Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 6, 2008
     | 3,879 views

    Our changed lives has a very positive effect on the lives of thse we come in contact with. We change ourselves we change our world

    Changing Our World, One Person at a Time (Effecting change in the life of those we encounter) Part Three Opening 1. Before you can change the world for good, you must be changed A. A godly home, is a powerful testimony of the one ministering 1. Nothing will kill a man’s effectiveness in ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    The Risen Jesus Provides Peace

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,731 views

    Easter 3(B) - Our risen Savior, Christ Jesus, provides peace. Jesus’ peace is positive proof that He lives. Jesus’ peace needs to be proclaimed.

    THE RISEN JESUS PROVIDES PEACE (Outline) April 6, 2008 – EASTER 3 - Luke 23:36-49 INTRO: Today’s gospel spoke of Jesus walking on the way to Emmaus with some disciples (Luke 23:13-35). It took them a long time to see and believe. Thomas would not believe until he had seen the nail prints ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Living For The Glory Of God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 16, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 28,748 views

    All theology must lead to doxology. Our position in Christ should lead to praise which will lead to practice. Our response should be wow, wonder and worship.

    Living for the Glory of God Romans 11:33-36 Rev. Brian Bill 11/16/08 A generation ago J.B. Phillips wrote a book with this title: Your God Is Too Small. This captures the struggle many of us have because our God is much smaller than the God of the Bible. This morning one of my goals is to help ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist