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  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    A Killer Comes To Christ

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jul 4, 2009
     | 4,114 views

    A message about the conversion of Paul.

    A KILLER COMES TO CHRIST TEXT: Acts 9:1-9 Acts 9:1 9 -- And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unt the high priest, And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Genesis 31 Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,078 views

    verse-by-verse

    Last week we saw the Lord protecting the integrity of the covenant by protecting Sarah from King Abimelech. (Remember how he had taken her to be one of his wives when she and Abraham entered his territory.) This week we’re going to see the Lord protect the covenant again by making sure there’s no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genesis 33 Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,948 views

    verse-by-verse

    Last week we ended our time together seeing that Abraham’s life was going great. - His business is booming - God brought forth the promised son in dramatic fashion - The wife is happy since her rival is out of the picture - He’s living at peace with all the people around him - And His faith is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Removing The Yoke Series

    Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,840 views

    This is a sermon that shows that Freedom without God is freedom short lived.

    Freedom in Christ Sermon Series Part 2 Removing the Yoke Galatians 5:13-26 (NIV) You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature. Rather, serve one another in love. The entire law is summed up in a single command: “Love your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good Results From Bad Circumstances

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,029 views

    Not everything that happens to us is always good, but if we love God and are obedient to His purpose for our lives, eventually He works out everything in our lives for His glory and for our good.

    GOOD RESULTS FROM BAD CIRCUMSTANCES --Romans 8:28-30 During my quiet time a few days ago God revealed to me that I had never preached on Romans 8:28, my favorite verse of Scripture: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God Uses Many Hands For The Battle

    Contributed by Larry Thornton on Nov 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,115 views

    God uses everyone in the battle against the powers of darkness; we all can do something.

    MANY HANDS ARE NEEDED FOR THE BATTLE 2-21-04 NKJV (1491 BC) Exodus 17:8. Now Amalek came and fought with Israel in Rephidim. 9. And Moses said to Joshua, "Choose us some men and go out, fight with Amalek. Tomorrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in my hand." 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Good Men Disagree Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 8, 2008
    based on 28 ratings
     | 16,512 views

    Lessons from Paul and Barnabas and their disagreement

    WHEN GOOD MEN DISAGREE Acts 15: 36-41 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Glut2ony Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Apr 22, 2008
     | 3,007 views

    We continue the seven deadly sins by looking at gluttony. This is a serious issue with God and in our culture. It is not limited to food either. We’ll also look at the remedy and get some tools to help us overcome this character defect.

    Se7en Glut2ony Galatians 5:19-21 April 20, 2008 How much is too much? How much is enough? Gluttony says, “Enough is never enough.” What is gluttony? How would you define? Gluttony is over-indulgence or excessiveness. What can you over-indulge in? Just about anything. Could be alcohol? Drugs ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Big Things Poppin, Little Things Stoppin

    Contributed by Brenda Jones on Jul 8, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,060 views

    Youth Sunday The Word of God for Teens

    “BIG THINGS POPPIN…LITTLE THINGS STOPPIN” Proverbs 1:7-19 One of the best ways to show love for our children is to set strong guidelines for them. This results in security for the child knowing what their boundaries are. For, when a child has no limitations, it results in insecurity. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Do You Have Time For Jesus?

    Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,878 views

    God claims us as His own, sending us forth to proclaim His Good News. Yet, at the same time, God wants quiet time with us...time spent in prayer with our Maker and Redeemer...time allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our lives in sanctification.

    DO YOU HAVE TIME FOR JESUS? Galatians 1:11-24 June 10, 2007, 2nd Sunday After Pentecost Stephen H. Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church—Elk Grove So do you have a busy life? A chaotic life? Does it seem like you are running around every day between jobs and kids and activities? I know ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Churches Need To Have Babies

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Oct 10, 2011
     | 4,549 views

    I was attending a church service where they were having a baby dedication and this Scripture was being used and the Holy Spirit begin to speak to me and say there is more in these verses than what we traditionally see and that these verses can also be spe

    TEXT: 1 Samuel 1:1-18 I am aware that this Scripture is usually read during a baby dedication service. I want to assure you that I am not crazy and that we are not having a baby dedication this morning. Last Sunday I was attending a church service where they were having a baby dedication and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Proverbs 9 - The Invitation Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 24, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 21,928 views

    This is a look at Proverbs chapter nine.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Nine We will now look at Proverbs chapter nine: Wisdom and Folly are portrayed in this chapter as rival young women, each preparing a feast and inviting people to it. But Wisdom is a responsible woman of character, while Folly is a prostitute serving stolen ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rejoice! Reunion And Relief

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 15, 2012
     | 5,952 views

    Salvation is not something; it is Someone!

    REJOICE: REUNION AND RELIEF REVELATION 19:1-21 Big Idea: Salvation is not something; it is Someone! Supporting Scripture: Psalm 23:5; REVELATION 19:1-21 1After this I heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, "Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rich Anderson avatar

    Trusting In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011
     | 11,599 views

    Trust in the Lord. Inward trust and faith, outward obedience. If we truly put our trust in the Lord, giving up relying on our own intellect, than our outward appearance should reflect this faith and trust.

    In Proverbs chapter 3, verses 1-10, Solomon teaches us about wisdom. My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Last Trumpet Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,679 views

    The last trumpet signals the beginning of the judgment of the world, the flip side of the redemption purchased on the cross.

    Trumpets grab your attention, don’t they. When we can talk Elaine into warming up her lips and accompanying the choir on her trumpet, you can practically feel the temperature rise here in the sanctuary. And the suspense has been mounting steadily since the first seal was opened. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed