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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Promises, Promises Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017
     | 11,008 views

    Sin never delivers what it promises but Jesus always does

    Americans spend over $60 billion each year trying to lose weight. The National Institutes of Health estimates that includes $25 billion dollars spent on weight loss supplements. Most of the companies that pitch those products promote the idea that you can just take a pill and watch the pounds melt ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ek: The Greek Word For "of"

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 4, 2023
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    Ek is the Greek word meaning “of” or “out.” It speaks to origin as in “from out of.” When we accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, we experienced "Ek" as it related to ore relationship with God.

    EK (Greek Word Meaning “Of”) Scripture: First John 4:4; 5:4; John 3:3-7; Romans 5:12, 19 “You are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world.” (First John 4:4) The title of my message this morning is “Ek.” Ek is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Diligence And Readiness In The Work Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,415 views

    If we are to accomplish anything for God, some work principles need to be kept in mind.

    Diligence and Readiness in the Work Nehemiah 4:16-23 I. A Secure Defense A. Security promotes productivity B. Half work, half watch (16-18a) C. Lodge in Jerusalem – unity (22) II. A Sensible Plan A. Work while watching (16-18a) B. Work together (19-20a) D. The work of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perfect Peace

    Contributed by Danny Williams on May 12, 2010
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     | 6,253 views

    The pathway to perfect peace.

    The people of God were experiencing stressful circumstances, yet God promised that He would show them the way to experience His perfect peace! 1. Powerful God a. Thou- God personally b. wilt- God presently c. keep- God permanently 2. Purposed Mind a. Whose b. Mind c. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mary Lewis avatar

    The Almighty Weaver

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on May 4, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 6,905 views

    You’re Wonderful - because God designed you

    Introduction How many times have you gotten envelopes that had big letters on the outside saying something like “You are guaranteed to win 10 million dollars!” Of course, in little tiny print, it says, “if your lucky numbers are the ones chosen at random from the 17 billion others.” And if you’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is War Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 25, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,385 views

    We are to embrace righteousness and renounce evil.

    THIS IS WAR! Ephesians 6:10-18 S: Sin Th: Seeing the Unseen Christ: How His Presence Transforms Life Pr: WE ARE TO EMBRACE RIGHTEOUSNESS AND RENOUNCE EVIL ?: How? How do we do this? KW: Ventures TS: We will find in our study three ventures we need to make in order to embrace righteousness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rooting For Yourself Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 11, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,958 views

    Every action we take has consequences for where we end up - so where we plant our lives is critical.

    “Renewable Energy: Rooting for Yourself” Psalm 1 Barb and I have discovered that where we plant a tree in our yard makes all the difference in whether or not it grows into maturity and productivity. This is so because some of our yard is good soil and some of it is thick clay; good ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Prince Of Peace Brings A Sword?

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jun 27, 2008
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     | 6,443 views

    There are a number of passages in the New Testament known by some as "difficult sayings of Jesus"; one of which is, "I did not come to bring Peace but a Sword". This sermon explains Christ’s Words using Creative Homiletics. Creative messages, if done corr

    Advertising is quite effective. It is so effective that millions of dollars are spent each year just to acquire 60 seconds worth of air time during the Super Bowl. When asked why companies are willing to spend so much money for just 60 seconds of air time, the response is simple. Companies believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jim Drake avatar

    The Quest For Christ Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,067 views

    God presents choices to all people today. It is our responsibility to follow Him in the right choices.

    Tonight marks the end of our journey through the greatest sermon ever preached—The Sermon on the Mount. Sunday morning we went on a Quest for Blessedness as we looked at the Beatitudes. Sunday night we went on a Quest for Purpose as we looked at how Jesus calls believers to be salt and light in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Confession Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 24, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,035 views

    Confession is a key part of our prayer life. But was it about confession that improves our prayer life, and how can we learn to confess our sins so that our prayers are more effective?

    (This was the 2nd of two sermons preached by our Associate Minister Scott Jewell while I was in Israel) Open with the Lord’s prayer from Matthew 6:9-13 We’re continuing to learn from the Lord’s prayer by using the acronym ACTS. As a refresher, the acronym represents four parts ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Divine Ability For Human Necessity Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 8, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,380 views

    “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” Proverbs 19:21

    Proverbs 19:21 says “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” A "man's heart" is a little world, full of Dreaming, scheming, and planning. We are always devising. To every device of all hearts, God's "counsel," His design, exists ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Respond To Trials Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015
     | 7,357 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: How To Respond to Trials James 1:2-8 I. Introduction A. How many of you have ever used one of these? Show "For Dummies" book. B. When Dan Gookin wrote "DOS For Dummies," the first "For Dummies" book, most bookstore chains didn't want to carry the book at all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Something Better Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,750 views

    Sometimes what we need to do is not try to create something better, but appreciate what already is best, as these proverbs lead us to do reflect on what is better in life.

    Introduction As Americans of ingenuity, we are always looking for something better – a better way to travel, to produce energy, to clean stains. That zeal to improve our lot pushes us to make the many improvements in technology that we have. But sometimes what we need to do is not try to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Henson avatar

    No Comparison

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 24, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,660 views

    Comparing ourselves to others creates problems-anger, envy, hatred, division and even murder. There are solutions to the problem: Take the Eternal Perspective 2. Count others as better 3. Follow Jesus 4. Be so busy being cool that you don’t notice what others are doing 5. Give Thanks

    No Comparison Today I’d like to tell a few stories from the Bible, As well as read some of the Bible’s teachings concerning comparisons. Then, at the end, I’d like to consolidate some of the lessons we can learn from what the Bible teaches concerning comparison. This 5-Point message you’ll only ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Parable Of The Shrewd Manager: Are You Using Your Time, Talents, And Treasure Toward God's Kingdom? Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022
     | 2,748 views

    How do you invest your time? How do you invest your money? What is of value to you? What do you consider pointless? What is your goal? What is the mission statement of your life?

    "Charles Francis Adams, 19th century political figure and diplomat, kept a diary. One day he entered: "Went fishing with my son today--a day wasted." His son, Brook Adams, also kept a diary, which is still in existence. On that same day, Brook Adams made this entry: "Went ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army