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  • Greg Johnson avatar

    The Source Of Lasting Peace And Joy Series

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,530 views

    There is only one source of lasting peace and joy; that is God. God gives peace that passes all understanding and He gives joy that is unspeakable and full of glory.

    The Source of Lasting Peace and Joy The Good News of God Series By Greg Johnson www.LovingGodFellowship.org Romans 5:1-11 Many today are looking for peace and joy. Some think it can be found in addictive substances. Some think peace and joy can be found in perverted and deranged sexual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let It Be

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,258 views

    Mary did not understand the troubling mystery presented to her but trusted God that it was good and said, “Let it be according to your word, not according to my troubled thoughts.”

    Fourth Sunday of Advent Luke 1__26-38 Let It Be Luke 1:26-38 "Let It Be" Paul McCartney doen’t claim to be a theologian, but every once in a while, even a former Beatle and rock and roll songwriter can stumble onto something profound. Way back in the 1960’s he wrote these lyrics: When I find ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Abundant Grace

    Contributed by Robbie Bankens on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 25,348 views

    Throughout our lives on earth, we as humanity will face troubles and trials, pain and heartache, that we don’t understand, but God’s Grace is sufficient.

    Scripture Setting: 2nd Samuel 9 I. INTRODUCTION: In the book of 2nd Samuel, we read of a time, when the news was spreading throughout the countryside, “Prince Jonathan and King Saul are both dead and David is now King!” When the news of their deaths reached Jonathan’s home, it not only brought ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Now I Can See Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 3, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,576 views

    A blind man who gets sight and insight, and religious leaders who think they understand but are blind! Learn how to cope with the Lord waiting to answer prayers.

    Our bodies are an amazing creation. Millions of cells working together in perfect harmony (well, most of the time). We breathe, our hearts beat, our organs function-all with nearly no input or oversight from our conscious brain. One of the senses we take most for granted is our sight. Your eyes are ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    A Great Rule To Live By Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,825 views

    How we treat others will largely affect how they treat us, and understanding Christ’s golden rule will bless us as we deal with others.

    A Great Rule to Live By Griffith Baptist Church – 3/2/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 7:12 Key verse: The Introduction Life is filled with rules Here are some rules given by different dad’s to their kids: Never underestimate the power of human stupidity. - Rich Constand’s Dad An excuse is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Rainer avatar

    Irritated But Illuminated

    Contributed by Christopher Rainer on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,309 views

    A serious discussion on how both THORNS and THEOLOGY help us to more fully understand God’s power and providence at work in each of our lives...

    Irritated But Illuminated Scripture Text: II Corinthians 12:7 – 10 Introduction: If there was a mind reading device that would allow me to lend you access to my thoughts, I’m not sure that I would even let my parents touch it because if they read my mind they would probably be repulsed because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lent

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Mar 14, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 21,664 views

    In today’s sermon we will see that in a very real sense, Lent is about understanding the 51st Psalm of David and seeing ourselves in the place of the Psalmist.

    “Lent” Psalm 51 03/17/2008 By Dcn. Chris Nerreau ILLUSTRATION •(2 Sam. 11) Many of you are familiar with David’s escapades with a peasant girl named Bathsheba. In this particular story we see a King who abuses his power in such a way as to commit two heinous sins, namely rape and murder. ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • David Owens avatar

    In The Beginning Was The Word Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,115 views

    The story of Jesus does not begin with His earthly life, but with His eternal life. To really understand and appreciate Jesus we must know the whole story.

    Introduction: A. I want to begin by showing you four pictures from four movies. I want to see if you can identify the movie. 1. Picture #1 – Gone With the Wind – Rhet Butler and Scarlot O’Hara 2. Picture #2 – Return of the Jedi – C3PO and R2D2 3. Picture #3 – The Grinch Who Stole Christmas – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #1assurance:god's Gift Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,831 views

    We face trials, pain and disappointments --- God understands when fear tries to destroy FAITH. So God will give you REASSURANCE to trust Him!

    #1 REASSURANCE, GOD’S GIFT! WHEN FEAR TRIES TO HINDER, GOD WILL GIVE US REASSURANCE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #1 of a #2 part lesson. I. INTRODUCTION: A. Often times life throws us some strange twists that we never expected. Our hopes can seem so far away. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Making The Jesus Connection Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007
     | 4,203 views

    Listening to Jesus’ words about the way He relates to the Father can help us understand the way we’re supposed to relate to the Father, and to Jesus

    ding-dong! I went to answer the door. It was a Saturday morning. There on the porch stood a young man carrying some brochures. “Hello. I’m from a group that is concerned about our treatment of the environment. Do you mind if I ask you a couple of questions?” OK. “Are you troubled by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Lawlessness

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,562 views

    In the past few years it seems that men are doing what is right in their own sight without any restraints. It’s time that we understand lawlessness!

    Lawlessness Text: Matthew 7: 21-23 Lawlessness is a trap; it’s a trap because lawlessness can start just with a bad attitude toward someone in authority. Lawlessness always becomes more progressive and usually thinks there the only one who is right. In Webster’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    We All Suffer When Families Are Messed Up Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,441 views

    As we look at marriage, we need to understand what is going on in the U.S. by contrasting God’s plan to man’s variations upon it.

    We All Suffer When Families Are Messed Up 1. When gospel singer Larnelle Harris and his wife Mitzy had their first big argument, they began to pray that God would teach them how to "fight fair." Larnelle wrote, "Why did we pray like that? Because for us divorce is not an option. We know that as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Why Teamwork?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 34,129 views

    A key to unlocking the door of revival at Christian Hills is teamwork and when the team players understand the following statement then we will have another key to unlocking revival.

    Why Does God want Teamwork? Recognition of new members at Christian Hills Church during Praise and Worship. Opening video Illustration: Teamwork “The Blue Angels” Illustration: Movie Clip on Teamwork – From “Remember the Titans.” Movie is focused on bringing together different cultures and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Why Pray? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 12, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 16,975 views

    We need to understand the importance of prayer and the impact of prayer in our lives. The song you heard reflects the importance of prayer and really how natural it is to pray.

    Why Pray? Series:"Why?" Opening Illustration: Song and clip from "Jesus take the wheel." This little clip we just heard reveals how prayer is only a breath away. It’s really more natural to pray than not to pray. Thesis: We need to understand the importance of prayer and the impact of prayer in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Johnny Wilson avatar

    The Most Eloquent Word In History

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,399 views

    At the start of the letter to the Hebrews, God speaks the most eloquent possible Word to humankind. Several Greek words help us understand the miracle of Jesus as the Christ.

    God’s Most Eloquent Message Text: Hebrews 1:1-4 Did you ever read the advertising copy or fine print about certain automobile tires? Would it ring a bell to suggest that these tires were manufactured for extra durability from the most advanced polymers? Advanced polymers—a mixture of compounds of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other