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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Daniel In The Den Of Lions Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 26, 2014
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     | 10,844 views

    Message about how Daniel got in and out of the den of lions. Not just the pit but also the people.

    Title: Daniel in the Den of Lions Theme: Trusting God for His Deliverance. Text: Daniel 6 Daniel 6:1-28 (1) It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps, to be over the whole kingdom; (2) and over these, three governors, of whom Daniel was one, that the satraps might ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How Can I Wait So Long? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 10, 2011
     | 4,447 views

    It is hard to wait - so how can we wait for the coming of our Lord?

    “Questions of Christmas: How Can I Wait So Long?” Is. 61:1-3; Luke 1:39-56 Waiting is hard. Young children see gifts under the tree and beg to open ‘just one’ early. When told “No, you need to wait!” they respond “I can’t wait that long!” A ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    You Can Keep Your Money

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 7, 2015
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     | 6,911 views

    People have been giving to God from tradition to fear to attempted manipulation. Truthfully, God doesn't need our money. And we only honor him when it's given cheerfully.

    At the beginning of last year, I issued everyone a challenge. That challenge was to trust God with your finances more in 2014 than you have been. The first six months were great. The response to the challenge was accepted. Then we lost two families. Both families were faithful givers and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Telling It Out Loud Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 10, 2014
     | 5,351 views

    In the Incarnation, Jesus, God in the flesh, becomes one of us.

    Telling It Out Loud Text: John 1:14-18 Introduction 1. When we were pastoring in Yellville, AR I met a group of Christians from another church in town. They were wonderful people but from time to time they would say things that just didn't set well with me. One day one of them said to me, "We ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Heartbeat For Our Change Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jun 11, 2012
     | 5,191 views

    Jesus' Heart Beats to Change Our Story

    His Heartbeat: A Heartbeat for Our change March 4, 2012 Luke 19:1-10 How Does Jesus Heart beat for us? Let me give you a few stories. Here is C.S. Lewis: militant atheist, Oxford don. The last thing he wants is to be converted. God sneaks up on him, and Lewis is "surprised by joy," and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    But... Well... Feet Are Dirty!

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 8, 2010
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     | 2,750 views

    The action of Jesus washing the disciples feet is action based, rooted in concrete activity, and had to be done.

    But… well… feet are dirty! John 13:1-17 Aug 22, 2010 Intro: The week had been stressful. Full of tension, danger, confrontation. The small band of men had been challenged, and though they hadn’t won they also hadn’t been destroyed. Yet. The opposition was strong and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Our Hope Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 27, 2011
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     | 8,376 views

    A sermon for Advent 1 on the theme of hope.

    Advent 1 – Jesus Our Hope – November 27, 2011 - Luke 1:26-38 This Sunday marks the beginning of Advent, the four weeks leading up to Christmas day. Advent is a time to reflect on the reality of the Incarnation, that to us a child is born, and a son is given. One who will be called ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Peacemaking, I Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012
     | 3,665 views

    Let’s take an honest look at conflict in the church.

    Introduction It is time for peacemaking, time for us to consider how to have peace in our lives and how to be instruments of peace for others. I daresay that if I set aside sixty seconds for us to list the names of people with whom we do not feel at peace with, everyone in this sanctuary could ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who May Live On God’s Holy Hill? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 30, 2012
    based on 238 ratings
     | 62,079 views

    Who may live with God? 1- Those who walk blamelessly 2- Those who speak truthfully 3- Those who wrong nobody 4- Those who give graciously

    INTRO.- ILL.- Three preachers got together for coffee one day and found all their churches had bat-infestation problems. "I got so mad," said one, "I took a shotgun and fired at them. All I did is make holes in the ceiling, but did nothing to the bats." "I tried trapping them alive," said the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gifted Ministers Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 3, 2012
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     | 4,864 views

    If you want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then accept your spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever you can.

    When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Dwelling In His Presence

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020
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     | 26,297 views

    It is with delight and great joy I welcome you to the year of DWELLING IN HIS PRESENCE! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, the resilience and capacity to dwell in his presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus name.

    It is with delight and great joy I welcome you to the year of DWELLING IN HIS PRESENCE! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, the resilience and capacity to dwell in his presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus name. The word of the Lord says: 'The Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    A Great Bible Secret (It’s All About God, Not About Us!) 1 Of 2

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 27, 2021
     | 2,046 views

    Paul Harvey is known for his unique broadcasting skills as he broadcasts the news each day.

    • He deals with the issues of life that relate to us • He is also known for some of the unusual stories he tells Illus: One day Paul Harvey announced on his news program that some days things never go right for some people. He then went on to tell about a man that had many things go wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Thieves Of Thankfulness”

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Oct 27, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,429 views

    These thieves of Thankfulness should be stopped and put to the bars of Justice. They should be imprisoned and never to be released again in our lives. These are spirits which should be subjected to the One who is Greater and dwells inside of us.

    “ In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” -1 Thessalonians 5:18 I have observed that one of the particular temptations for Christians is the danger of getting accustomed to God's blessings. We are in danger of taking his or her blessings for granted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Three Reasons Why We Don’t Feel Empowered/Anointed And One Solution Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 30, 2020
     | 7,497 views

    Psalm 23 is a great Psalm to read and be comforted. There are times when we get excited about Psalm 23, and say Amen. But there are other times when we read Psalm 23 and heave a sigh, thinking "I don't feel like the sheep in Psalm 23 right now. What prevents us from feeling Psalm 23?

    Three reasons why we don’t feel empowered and one solution Through past several weeks Pastor has taken s through a detailed study of Psalm 23, and many of us are blessed by that. It is certainly a great Psalm and gives us the confidence to face any challenges in life. I don’t know about you, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Loyalty

    Contributed by Dennis King on Jul 7, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,217 views

    This is a Bible Study Lesson on loyalty as it relates to us, our country, and our God.

    Let's dip into God's Word for a few, brief, verses. (pick at least three to read to your class) Judges 8:35, They also failed to show any loyalty to the family of Jerub-Baal (that is, Gideon) in spite of all the good things he had done for them. 1 Samuel 22:14, Ahimelek answered the king, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist