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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    A Forgiving Heart

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014
     | 10,079 views

    This message from Matthew 6:12-15 explains why forgiveness is essential and practical steps that can be taken to accomplish it.

    A Forgiving Heart Matthew 6:12-15 (Inspired by a message from Dan Allender) INTRODUCTION: Jesus had a lot to say about forgiveness. When he taught his disciples how to pray (in what we now call the Lord’s Prayer) Jesus said, “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Finer Points Of Love (Part 3)

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,679 views

    This study examines characteristics 8-11 of the fifteeen qualities of love found in I Corinthians 13.

    The past two weeks we have been studying the fifteen characteristics of love that are listed in I Cor. 13. We have covered the first seven. These are challenging! Love requires hard work and God’s enabling. Maybe you heard about the guy who fell in love with an opera singer. He fell in love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's E. P. A.

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 4, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,209 views

    Three words describe God’s solution: Expiation, Propitiation, and Atonement. All three are aspects of the redemptive plan through vicarious or substitutionary sacrifice of God’s only begotten Son, Jesus Christ.

    God’s E. P. A. Romans 5:6-11 Paul in Romans explains fallen man’s dilemma and God’s answer to man’s problem. There are three words that describe God’s solution – Expiation, Propitiation, and Atonement. All three are aspects of the redemptive plan through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Love Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 14, 2011
     | 2,930 views

    If you think you understand what real love is, think again. 1 Corinthians 13 is not a bunch of feel goodisms, but delves deeply into the character of a mature person in Christ. Are you ready?

    We began last week looking at Paul showing the Corinthians how much they had missed the real character of God by wanting to be “spiritual” over being loving. In the first three verses Paul tells us that no matter how impressive we are with our spiritual credentials, knowledge, power, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Sincerely Yours – Share Series

    Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,326 views

    Sincere love demands we share our resources and practice hospitality.

    Sincerely Yours – Sharing Romans 12:13 A young man saw an elderly couple sitting down to lunch at McDonald’s. He noticed that they had ordered one meal, and an extra drink cup. As he watched, the gentleman carefully divided the hamburger in half, then counted out the fries, one for him, one for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Us" - Care To Connect

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 12, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,120 views

    We are called to belong, not just believe

    When we think of small groups and sharing, we somehow have this mental idea of a shallow conversation. [Show “Mixed Nuts” video[1]] Of course, we don’t like the opposite either. We don’t want complete strangers to approach us and then share their dark secrets. That would be scary! We also don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Averting An Apostasy

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 11, 2010
     | 5,379 views

    Apostasy, which basically refers to a backsliding or turning away from God, is unfortunately, something that is all too commonplace. This sermon deals with some ways in which apostasy can be averted.

    Averting An Apostasy Text: Judges 2:7-10 Intro: The word “apostasy” sounds a little ominous, doesn’t it? In very fact, the word definitely has a negative connotation. Webster’s New World Dictionary defines the word as, “an abandoning of what one has believed in, as a faith, cause, principles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fate Of All Fools

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 5, 2017
     | 8,665 views

    Ecclesiastes 10

    THE FATE OF ALL FOOLS (ECCLESIASTES 10) Mr Jones is driving past the state mental hospital when his left rear tire suffers a flat. While Mr Jones is changing the tire, another car goes by, running over the hub cap in which Mr Jones was keeping the lug nuts. the nuts are all knocked into a nearby ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Jesus Love Is ..."

    Contributed by David Nolte on Feb 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,519 views

    Describes characteristics of jesus' love

    “Jesus’ Love Is....” 1 Corinthians 13:4-13 David P. Nolte Someone cataloged three kinds of “love.” One kind is the “IF” love. “I will love you (IF you treat me like royalty; IF you give me whatever I want whenever I want it; IF you never do anything I think is stupid!”). The second ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Revival (Section 2) Revival In A Bone Yard (From Charles Finney Revival Lectures) Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 28, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,807 views

    Some revivals start at the bare bones.

    Revival (Section 2)– Revival In A Bone Yard I. REVIVAL IN A BONE YARD Ezekiel Chapter 37 A. Again, Revival Begins with the Bare Bones B. God Works through Men C. Prophets are: 1. Lone men: they walk alone, pray alone, and God makes them alone. 2. Spirit-led --- Ezekiel 37:1 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Building Value In Others: Who Switched The Price Tags? Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,473 views

    Building values in others requires us to look ta life through a different set of eyes.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we will conclude this series on Learning to Lead. I hope you have found some things through this series what will help you to grow as a person, and a leader. • Today I want to close this series with one of the most important lessons in this series, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of The Lord Is Great

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 13, 2015
     | 3,371 views

    To show that GOD'S Power lies in His WORDS.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you believe GOD's Power? Yes. This sermon will attest to it. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD'S Power lies in His WORDS. IV. TEXT: Numbers 14:17 (Amplified Bible) And now, I pray You, let the power of my Lord be great, as You ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Candle Of Love Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 18, 2015
     | 8,375 views

    The candle of Love is one that God offers us and He wants us to shine this candle brightly to a lost world so those who are lost can experience the love of Jesus. This candle has always been shining from our GREAT God!

    INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • I like the video because I hope it serves as yet another reminder about the real reason for the season! • Today we light the candle of LOVE. • The way we celebrate Christmas today can easily take one off track as to the real reason ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry White avatar

    Choosing The Right Kind Of Friends. 1 Corinthians 15:33

    Contributed by Larry White on Jan 6, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 24,045 views

    How to discern if your friends are spiritually healthy for you.

    1 Corinthians 15:33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. 33 Do not be deceived: "Bad company ruins good morals." (ESV) 33 Don't fool yourselves. Bad friends will destroy you. (CEV) One of the most important decisions a person will make is who his/her companions are. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Paul E. Davis avatar

    Is He Still Good To You?

    Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Jul 18, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 24,480 views

    Remembering the goodness of God. Not becoming complacent in your worship to God. Don't take credit for what God has done for you.

    Is He Still Good To You? Deuteronomy 8:10-11 (NASB) "When you have eaten and are satisfied, you shall bless the LORD your God for the good land which He has given you. Beware that you do not forget the LORD your God by not keeping His commandments and His ordinances and His statutes which I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist