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  • Steve Malone avatar

    Elijah The Early Years

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 75 ratings
     | 13,885 views

    Today we will be introduced to the prophet Elijah, who is one of the most colorful and dynamic characters in the O.T. (1 Kings - pt 3)

    "ELIJAH, THE EARLY YEARS" TEXT: I KINGS 17:1-24 INTRODUCTION READ TEXT Today as we continue our study in first Kings we will be introduced to the prophet Elijah, who is one of the most colorful and dynamic characters in the O.T. One writer calls him God’s lightening in the dark days of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Be Deceived - God Is Not Mocked Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 18, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,036 views

    This message focuses on the true nature of sowing and reaping taken from the view of a farmer.

    Do Not Be Deceived – God Is Not Mocked Part 1 Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Introduction This message if the first of my new series titled “Do Not Be Deceived – God Is Not Mocked.” This morning I will focus primarily on the seeds that are being planted within us and what we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Anderson avatar

    The Lemming, The Pacific Salmon, And The Caterpillar

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 6,836 views

    People running from fears of death need to know the destiny that Christ has won for the Saints.

    Sermon: "The Lemming, the Pacific Salmon, and the Caterpillar” Acts 4:12 Revelation 21:1-4 + + + In the powerful name of Jesus we are saved-- From what? Sin, satan, and death. Think of how the mere thought of death influences our lives! Many people wonder what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christ Our Goal

    Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 25, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,175 views

    It doesn’t matter what we know or how much we know, unless we have an intimate knowledge of Jesus Christ we are nothing and have nothing. Paul shows us how to gain an intimate knowledge of Christ.

    Christ Our Goal Reading - Philippians 3: 1-14 Introduction: When a little boy fell out of bed and his mother asked him how it happened, he replied, “I stayed too near where I got in.” For many Christians they conduct their lives in the same way. They become satisfied that their sins are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Listen Like Jesus

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,996 views

    Jesus did everything according to the will of the Father because He constantly commune with Him. From His example, we want to learn to (1) LISTEN INTENTLY to God’s Word, and (2) listen WITH A HEART TO OBEY.

    There is one aspect of Jesus that we want to learn today - to LISTEN... to listen carefully to the Word of God. So that we can understand His heart and His will for us. Jesus said in John 8:28-29 "...I do nothing on my own but speak just what the Father has taught me. 29 The one who sent me is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Live With An Ascension Attitude

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,504 views

    Live with An Ascension Attitude 1) Cheer the great things Christ has accomplished 2) Count on Christ’s continuing rule for your benefit

    The cost of gas has gone up again. It’s predicted to keep rising until it hits $1.40 per litre this summer. How does that make you feel? Does your stomach churn as you calculate the cost of driving to work? Are you rethinking that summer camping trip? Do you fear what other costs will go up as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Firm Foundation

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 27, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,999 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 4 Lectionary 9

    3rd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 4 Lectionary 9 Matthew 7:21-29 Firm Foundation 21 ¶ "Not every one who says to me, ’Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 On that day many will say to me, ’Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Life-Changing View Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 20, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,779 views

    David shares his view of God that can change our life!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I you take the time to examine the life of David; you will find that David lived an interesting life. He lived a life that at times you could see his faith in God shine through and at other times he seemed to struggle to find his bearings. • No matter how far off David ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Planning Ahead Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 29, 2013
     | 4,458 views

    Life is more than just what we get (even more than just getting heaven). There is a place in our lives to do for others -- even others whom we will never meet in future generations.

    1. Base Camp When people are climbing Mount Everest, there are at least 4 camps that people stop at on the way up. They have to stop because of the physical limitations of their bodies. They need time to rest. They need time to acclimatize to the atmosphere. They need time to be prepared to move up ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In God's Time PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 933 views

    Explores the importance of patience and trust in God's promises, using the story of Abraham and Hagar as an example.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to our sanctuary of solace and strength, our haven of hope and harmony. Today, we gather under the shelter of God's love and grace, united in our shared desire to understand His word and His will for our lives. We are not here by chance, but by divine appointment. So, ...read more

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  • Keith Butler avatar

    Sowing The Seed

    Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,656 views

    A look at the parable of Jesus about the word of God compared to a farmer planting seeds.

    SOWING THE SEED Matthew 13:1-10 Key Verse and Theme: “Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop – a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown.” (Matthew 13:8) 1. Jesus taught the people by telling them parables. Matthew 13:3 A. “Jesus taught profound theology, yet he did ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard White avatar

    Faith: A Spiritual Progress

    Contributed by Richard White on Aug 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,879 views

    WE do not question our humanity or our birth when we fall physically, why do we question our spiritual birth when we sin?

    Faith: A spiritual progress report Eph 1:15-23 Let me start by raising a hypothetical question. In a hundred years when people look back to this period of church history in America, how will it be classified? Will it be classed as a dismal time? Or will people say ours was a time of real impact? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Be Blessed Part Vi- Endure Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 14, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,798 views

    There is a special joy in coming through the trials of life.

    How to Be Blessed Part Six As we continue, please remember that our threefold definition of being blessed is simply: 1) To be especially happy and content 2) To have inner peace within 3) To be confident and fulfilled Today we will begin with James 1:12. “Blessed is the one who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark H. Stevens ThD avatar

    The Heresy Of Seed Faith Giving

    Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Apr 11, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,314 views

    It is time for the Saints of God to be WARNED about heresy in the pulpit!

    2 Peter 2:1, but there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. What do you think it means to deny the Lord? Many ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Got A Problem? Odds Against You? Call The Equalizer”

    Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Dec 13, 2021
     | 3,291 views

    Jesus Christ is the GREAT EQUALIZER...

    There are times when life seems to cave-in on us, and it doesn’t seem to go your way. And it seems like one minute you had a mountaintop experience until you end up in the valley of trouble. Then, you your back is against the wall, and it seem like there’s no one or no way to turn then it seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist