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  • Curtis E. Nester avatar

    Thy Will Be Done Series

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016
     | 16,008 views

    Do we really want to know and do God's will?

    SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #5 TITLE: Thy Will Be Done TEXT: Matthew 6:1-10 INTRO: Once upon a time there was a man who went hunting. He was hunting bears. As he trudged through the forest looking for bears, he came upon a large and steep hill. He climbed the hill and, just as he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 7 - The Accomplishments Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 26, 2020
     | 4,168 views

    What is it we accomplish in our life of worship? Do our gathering, singing, listening, preaching accomplish something or it is merely a religious exercise?

    The Accomplishments of Worship www.gracecommunity.com Reporters and city officials gathered at a Chicago railroad station one afternoon in 1953. The person they were meeting was the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize winner. A few minutes after the train came to a stop, a giant of a man - six feet four inches ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Triumphant Entry Of The Messiah (Luke, Part 9) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 21, 2022
     | 2,206 views

    Jesus is moving towards His ultimate purpose and He arrives in the epicenter of “God’s people - Jerusalem”. It’s critical to realize this is for God’s glory - for Him to do this publicly - to show how committed God is to us.

    The triumphant entry of the Messiah (Luke, Part 9) Luke 19:29-44 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Who Hears Even The Silent Tear Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025
     | 175 views

    God is so compassionate that even the silent, unspoken cries of His children are heard, remembered, and answered by Him.

    THE GOD WHO HEARS EVEN THE SILENT TEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 56:8 “You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book.” — Psalm 56:8 (NLT) Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:7, 1 Samuel 1:10-11, Psalm 34:15, Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Is Never Tired Of Your Cry Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025
     | 350 views

    No tear or prayer uttered in sincerity is ever lost before God.

    THE GOD WHO IS NEVER TIRED OF YOUR CRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:15-18 Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:7-8; Psalm 40:1-3; Luke 18:1-8; Isaiah 30:19; Psalm 56:8 INTRODUCTION: There are times in life when it seems as though heaven is silent. You have prayed, wept, fasted, and waited; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Staying True To God's Command

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Jun 2, 2010
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    A message about the attitudes we need to maintain in the midst of adversity

    Staying True to God’s Command I Peter 3:13-17 Since we are outdoors this morning, I thought I’d share this little article with you about comments made to the staff of the Bridger Wilderness Area in the Bridger – Teton National Forest in Wyoming. (Some people want convenience in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Inside The Whale's Belly

    Contributed by Charles Holt on Mar 1, 2008
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     | 14,837 views

    The purpose of adversities in life and how faith deals with them.

    Charles W. Holt Your comments are appreciated cholt@gt.rr.com Community of Grace Vinton, LA 3-2-08 INSIDE THE WHALE’S BELLY Jonah 1:3,17 Let me define what I mean when I use the phrase Inside the Whale’s Belly. If you immediately think of the prophet Jonah, whose story is found in the Old Testament ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    We Have Come This Far By Faith Series

    Contributed by Charles Hines on Oct 30, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 34,328 views

    Faith really is Facing Adversity Instead of Turning and Hiding.

    We have come this far by FAITH. Hebrews 11:1 Exercise: WRITE DOWN ONE of YOUR FEARS, YOUR ADDICTIONS, YOUR HABITS, YOUR ISSUES, ANYTHING THAT YOU NEED THE LORD TO MOVE ON. NO NAMES PLEASE. PASS THEM UP to ME. Our scripture text is found in Hebrews 11:1-6 1Now faith is the substance ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Character Of A Great Man Of God

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 16, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,663 views

    This message looks at the character of Joseph as a man of God, a man of Godly character, and a man of Godly action.

    THE CHARACTER OF A GREAT MAN OF GOD Genesis 50:19-20 ~ Romans 8:28-29 Genesis 50:19-20 (NIV) 19 But Joseph said to them, "Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? 20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Sing In The Storm - Acts 16:25-26 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 30, 2025
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     | 644 views

    Have you ever been in a midnight moment? Paul and Silas were in such a moment—but what did they do? They didn’t complain. They didn’t curse. They didn’t quit. They sang. Trust Christ even when the prison doors haven’t yet opened. And God responded with a miracle.

    Go! And Sing in the Storm - Acts 16:25–26 (NLT) Acts 16:25–26 (NLT): “Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Trials With Joy

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012
     | 8,750 views

    Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of trials?

    FACING TRIALS WITH JOY James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God’s Unfailing Faithfulness

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 29, 2016
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     | 23,596 views

    God is faithful through the worst calamaties of life. God's love always exceeds his judgment. In the midst of tragedy, we can look to him for hope. While sorrow may last the night, joy comes in the morning.

    Lamentations 3:19-26 God’s Unfailing Faithfulness Have you ever had tragedy strike? Some of you have lost a loved one, a devastating blow for sure. Some may have lost a lot of money in the stock market. I know some who have lost a child or gone through a hurtful divorce or lost a job or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reasons For Us To Rejoice

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 29, 2015
     | 4,265 views

    Why we need to rejoice in the Lord.

    REASONS FOR US TO REJOICE PHILIPPIANS 4: 4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. 5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. The apostle Paul said rejoice With 195 stripes on his back Bruises from being stoned at Lystra The Lord only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am With You When You Are Weak Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 19, 2020
     | 5,986 views

    No one … including you … gets to see God’s power, God’s grace, God’s strength in theirs lives when we’re just sailing along … but we really see it and experience it when we’re going through difficult times … and the world can see it to!

    “So … Satan … where ya been?” “As if You didn’t know, LORD … I’ve been here and there … to and fro … looking about … You know.” “And while you were ‘looking about,’ did you happen to notice my faithful servant … Job?” “Oh, yeah …” “Good man, that Job … no one like him. Always does the right ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    World Changer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 31, 2013
     | 5,857 views

    If you want to be a world-changer in times of adversity, don't let anything keep you from Christ. Instead, trust Him with your life and let Him change you and use you to change the world.

    Whether or not the Kansas City Chiefs advance to the Super Bowl, the game is worth watching if only for its humorous and inventive commercials. Three years ago (2011) Chevrolet put on a commercial which featured a Silverado pick-up truck, acting like a modern-day Lassie. It repeatedly rescued a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free