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  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    Christ Believed

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015
     | 2,452 views

    We must be pursued by God to come to Him.

    Intro: - In Genesis 1 we have Christ in Creation - In Genesis 2 we have Christ in Marriage - In Genesis 3 we have Christ the Messiah Foretold - In Genesis 4 we have Christ Believed I. The Birth of Cain v. 1-2 - Liberal scholars hold that much of Genesis is not meant by God to be literal - By them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hallowed Be Your Name - Part One Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 3, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,017 views

    In part of one of unpacking 'hallowed be Your name,' we will look at what pursuing holiness is not and why we must pursue it.

    Hallowed Be Your Name Matthew 6:9 OKAY – so we are in an in-depth verse by verse study of the Gospel of Matthew... (The King and His Kingdom)... AND CURRENTLY – we are doing a deep dive into the most well-known prayer in the world, a prayer that Jesus unveiled in His Kingdom Manifesto, a prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Hot Pursuit Series

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jan 15, 2007
     | 4,156 views

    God pursues a continuing love relationship with us.

    In Hot Pursuit September 24, 2006 Luke 15:1-24 Experiencing God #2 Deb and my oldest son Luke is in Kindergarten this year. So far he has made it through 2 weeks of school just fine and his parents are trying to do the same. This week Kindergartners were allowed to start riding the bus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Be A Wise Guy"

    Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,505 views

    An admonition for believers to pursue God’s wisdom.

    Proverbs 3:13-26 November 17, 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com “Be a Wise Guy” The Text: Proverbs 3:13-26 The Text Outline: I. The Worth of Wisdom (vv.13-18). A. Wisdom is more precious than material wealth (vv. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Understanding The Roots Of Contemporary Worldview: The Struggle Of Modern Day Faith

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
     | 2,833 views

    We live in a time of clashing worldviews. We live in a time of great corruption and uncertainty. We live in a time of great splendor, and beauty, and technological marvels and convenience.

    “Never in our country’s history has a generation been so empowered, so wealthy, so privileged—and yet so empty.” ? Ben Shapiro, Porn Generation We live in a time of clashing worldviews. We live in a time of great corruption and uncertainty. We live in a time of great splendor, and beauty, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    When It Happens To You (Or Me)

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on May 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,238 views

    When our prayers leave us empty and we feel all alone in our troubles, we are not alone!

    When It Happens to You (or Me) By Joe Mack Cherry I.   Introduction     A.  It Always Happens to Someone Else  1.  A life threatening illness  2.  A family member dies suddenly & unexpectedly (School Massacre at Uvaldi, TX)  3.  ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Meet The Real Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 11, 2008
     | 3,578 views

    Perhaps you think you understand the Holy Spirit. Maybe you think you’ve seen His work on Christian TV. To fully understand the Spirit’s role in the church and in your life you need to listen to this message.

    Why is this significant? In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit came upon individuals for a prescribed period of time. Here the Spirit is being poured out on everyone who believes in Jesus permanently. The Spirit’s purpose is to bring truth to the world about Jesus Christ. To the believer He ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    A Prayer For Knowledge Pt. 2

    Contributed by David Mcallan on Aug 8, 2008
     | 2,698 views

    As beloved children of God we must remember that we are in Christ & in God. It is through His power that we have become what we now are in Christ – through that same power which raised Christ from the dead.

    Intro No less than a few years ago, you would have looked suspiciously at people walking down the street talking to themselves. You might have even crossed the road to avoid them. Today, however, we immediately assume that such people are on their cell phones and using a wireless Bluetooth ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walking In Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 27, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 17,352 views

    Wisdom is not knowledge, it is the correct application of knowledge. A person can have all the knowledge in the world and yet lack wisdom.

    Walking in Wisdom Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) I have an uncle that has a certain phrase that he often uses when someone comes to him with troubling news. He will listen to the person and then he will say, “This too will pass.” Now he doesn’t say that flippantly or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Bible Study Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,316 views

    Reading the word of God is important but with 2000 years of separation how are we supposed to understand the word of God?

    1. Spiritual Disciplines Series April 05th, 2009 Bible Study In high school I turned down an opportunity to make $500 in a night because of I had principles and was unwilling to dance at a club, I wouldn’t sell my body like that. So now rather than selling my body for $500 a night I sell it for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Who Knew? He Knew, And Now Do You?

    Contributed by William Akehurst on May 5, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,788 views

    WHO KNEW??? HE KNEW! And NOW...DO YOU? An invitation to Christ WHO KNEW? JESUS KNEW... An account and compilation of events in the life of Christ

    2009.4.12.Easter Son-Shine Service Who Knew? He Did...He Knew! By William Akehurst, BA HSWC WHO KNEW??? HE KNEW! And NOW...DO YOU? An invitation to Christ WHO KNEW? JESUS KNEW... AN ACCOUNT AND COMPILATION OF EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF CHRIST KEY VERSES LUKE 24:44-45 A message for Easter and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Drake avatar

    A Mother's Work Is Never Done

    Contributed by Jim Drake on May 18, 2009
    based on 27 ratings
     | 51,099 views

    Have you ever noticed that we are always looking for a future time in our lives when things are supposed to get easier? The same is true with mothers. Any of us who have gone through all the cycles of raising children know that it never gets any easier. T

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com I don’t know what it is about people, but we’re always looking for the time in our lives when things are going to get easier. The same is true with mothers. First, you think, if I ever get through with this pregnancy, it’ll be a lot easier. Then come night ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donnie Martin avatar

    The Comfort Of God's Care

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,724 views

    God’s care and concern for His people is seen in so many ways. Psalm 139 gives us three reasons why the saints can take comfort in God’s care.

    THE COMFORT OF GOD’S CARE Text: Ps.36: 7; Ps.139: 17, 18 Intro: A verse of scripture that follows the thought of today’s text is I Peter 5: 7, which says, “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” All of us like to be cared for. All of us like to know that someone finds us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Moore avatar

    More Than Words: The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Chad Moore on Aug 21, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,514 views

    A sermon outline on how to learn, understand and benefit from the immeasurable love of God in Christ. Consider using the words in all-caps as blanks for bulletin outlines and PowerPoint slides.

    LIFE is about KNOWING God. 14For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17so that Christ may dwell in your hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Steffy avatar

    Where True Wisdom Is Found

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 26, 2009
    based on 13 ratings
     | 20,665 views

    True wisdom is more than knowledge, it is the right application of knowledge, especially a reverential awe and fear of our awesome God.

    WHERE TRUE WISDOM IS FOUND--Job 28:1-28 Proposition: True wisdom is more than knowledge, it is the right application of knowledge, especially a reverential awe and fear of our awesome God. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to know and experience the true wisdom of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist