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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Come To The Fountain, Finding Contentment.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,241 views

    Leaders who didn’t really know the Lord were setting idolatrous pattern for others (Hosea 4:6) Two evils, first, Israel abandoned the Lord, their only source of spiritual sustenance. Secondly, Israel turned to idolatrous objects of trust. Jeremiah com

    Come To the Fountain, Finding Contentment. Jeremiah 2:11-13NASB Professional golfer Paul Azinger was diagnosed with cancer at age 33. He had just won a PGA championship and had ten tournament victories to his credit. 
He wrote, "A genuine feeling of fear came over me. I could die ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Timeouts Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 19, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 27,767 views

    The games are on every day. Basketball now takes center stage. March Madness and the game it features teaches us kingdom principles that can help us win in the game of life!

    “March Madness” Pt. 3 – Timeouts I. Introduction March Madness is in full swing. Many of you have begun to fill out your brackets. Who is going to win it this year? We started this series a couple of weeks ago and we have dealt with the truth that fouls are part of the game. I hope you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    One Needful Thing

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 22, 2019
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     | 5,437 views

    With so many pressing things distracting us, Jesus calls us to focus on what is truly important, being truly present with him.

    July 21, 2019 Lk. 10:38-42 Rev. Mary Erickson One Needful Thing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There is a joy surrounding hospitality. It’s delightful to be the one who welcomes. And it’s warmly gracious to be the one who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Is Really Meant By Sabbath (Shabbat)?

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 4, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,251 views

    The Sabbath is discussed in the New Testament in two ways. Beloved, There is a New Testament Sabbath, that is by far, the most important of the two Sabbaths. First portion of this Message is Based on a Sermon by David Dykes (Which I commend to you).

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service four Scriptures Readings are shared before the Message. The Scriptures assigned for this day are Deuteronomy 5:6-21; Psalm 81:1-17; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 and Mark 2:23-28. The wife ... of a man who had recently died ... assumed ... they were well off ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Travis Moore avatar

    God Rest Ye Merry Sales Clerks - Avoiding Materialism Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Sep 13, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 5,680 views

    Part of the Christmas Wonder PowerPak.

    MASTERING MATERIALISM For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Mat 6:19-21) Introduction: People drive to the mall in cars that they cannot afford,to spend money that they don’t have, to buy things that they don’t need, to impress people that they don’t like. I. THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Persecution Comes Calling

    Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on May 13, 2024
     | 518 views

    The Church has been missing a valuable tool in fighting oppression. The authority of Christ remains on our lips.

    For anyone that has been following the news there are a growing number of stories that speak of the persecution of Christians. For many, such articles seem surreal, they remain so far removed from our current peaceful existence that we find no reason to try and relate, let alone guard ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Do What You Can And Let God Handle The Rest

    Contributed by Bishop Talbert Swan on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 42,655 views

    A mother does all she can to bring dignity to her sons and God handles the rest. When we've done all we can do, we must trust God to finish the job.

    Do What You Can, and Let God Handle the Rest Pastor Talbert W. Swan, II Text: 2 Samuel 21:10-14 SCRIPTURE 10 Rizpah daughter of Aiah took sackcloth and spread it out for herself on a rock. From the beginning of the harvest till the rain poured down from the heavens on the bodies, she did not let ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Breaking Down Barriers Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 1, 2017
     | 8,049 views

    The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath and breaks down barriers in order to achieve good.

    Introduction I had a relative who loved to knit. On a couple of occasions--Christmas or my birthday--I received one of her sweater creations. She was so proud of what she had made and I was certainly aware of all the work and care she had put into the gift. The problem was the sweaters weren't a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Sabbath Day! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 6, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,088 views

    Does Commandment #4 given by God to the Hebrews of old apply to Christians today?

    We continue our worship by listening carefully to what God says. Open your bibles to the Book of Exodus Chapter 20… We continue to learn from the 10 Commandments! Read along with me Exodus 20:1-11…… We studied the first 3 Commandments last week: You shall have no other gods before me. You shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Rest In Peace (No Matter What Troubles You Face)

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 17, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,384 views

    David demonstrates how God's abiding promises allow us to rest in peace no matter what problems we face.

    How did you sleep last night? Do you feel refreshed this morning? If not, you may be one of the 60% of Canadians who is not getting the sleep the body and mind need (according to a 2011 CBC poll). What could be the reason for this? Your smart phone or tablet may be the sleep-thief. I just heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The God Who Gives You Rest From All Sides Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 15, 2025
     | 224 views

    God is able to give His children rest on every side; spiritual, emotional, physical, and financial when they seek Him wholeheartedly and walk in obedience to His Word.

    THE GOD WHO GIVES YOU REST FROM ALL SIDES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Chronicles 15:15 Key Verse: “And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them: and the Lord gave them rest round about.” — 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Road To Recovery Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 15, 2019
     | 5,826 views

    The path on this road is the path of: 1) Faith (Matthew 11:28a), 2) Repentance and Rest (Matthew 11:28b) and finally: 3) Submission (Matthew 11:29-30)

    There are many reasons why people come to Canada. Some come for economic prospects. Some come to be reunited with family that has preceded them, and some come to avoid brutal conditions in the land that they just left. A common story over the past several decades has involved those who travel to ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 22, 2016
     | 7,270 views

    My conscience isn't a reliable guide in determining the difference between right and wrong

    Series: Mythbusters “Let Your Conscience be Your Guide” 1 Corinthians 4:3-4 Open We turn back to our series called Mythbusters this morning. We’ve been looking at some spiritual myths that people believe and live their lives by. Spiritual mythology is dangerous. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Renewed, Refreshed, And Revived

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 7, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 41,131 views

    This sermon looks at what it is going to take to become renewed, refreshed, and revived in our soul and spirit. We look at our need to find rest in Jesus, be renewed in our minds, and find godly fellowship

    Renewed, Refreshed, and Revived A customer wrote a letter of complaint to a company he had bought a knife from. He said that as he used his new knife it had gotten dull, and he had expected that it would last a long time. The company responded, “It will. Sharpen it and try it again.” No matter ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Sabbath As Defiance

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 26, 2015
     | 5,305 views

    The Sabbath is a transformative tradition, an antidote to anxiety. We are restless till we find our rest in God. We set aside our anxieties and busyness, our pursuit of more, and we recognize that our refuge is God alone.

    The President of local synagogue, and a close friend of mine, asked me if I knew the most sacred Jewish holy day. I said it must be either Passover or Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement). He smiled and said, “No, it’s the Sabbath. It is the most important day in the Jewish ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational