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  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Running To . . .? Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,587 views

    Part 2 of a 5 part series

    Running to . . .? July 26, 2009 Jonah 1:4-16 Last week we began to take a look at one of the most famous Bible stories, the story about a prophet named Jonah. Most people know him because there is something in the story about Jonah being swallowed by a whale and living. Now, that’s a story to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Run For It

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Nov 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,821 views

    Zacchaeus and Martin Luther both learned the just are saved by faith; and Paul shows us that for Christians, All Saints Day and All Souls Day should be the same thing.

    Collect: Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Walk Away PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023
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    Explores God's faithfulness during trials, emphasizing that temptations are opportunities for spiritual growth and God always provides a way out.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this beautiful gathering of souls, each one of us brought together by a shared faith and a common purpose. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the hand of a loving and merciful God. It is a precious opportunity to bask in ...read more

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  • Jeremy Poling avatar

    Three Funerals And A Wedding

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,931 views

    Sometimes when one runs away from their problems God has a plan and they are running into their destiny

    hree Funerals and a Wedding By the help of the Lord I plan to preach this at a youth rally tomorrow night in Wisconsin. Your prayers are appreciated Three Funerals and a Wedding Thank you Rev. Mike Faulk Ruth 1:14-18 KJV 14: And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Jonah Fleeing From The Presence Of The Lord

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Dec 14, 2010
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     | 14,525 views

    This is a message of the price Jonah paid to flee from God, and the counterinsurgency by God to deal with his rebellion

    Jonah Fleeing from the Presence of God Text: Jonah 1:1-17 (Note to pastors, powerpoint with images available, contact me ikings1844@yahoo.com) The book of Jonah has a lot of unexpected twists in it. Last week we talked about how Jonah fled from the call of God, for among other reasons the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Bond avatar

    Away In A Manger Series

    Contributed by Steve Bond on Feb 16, 2017
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    The Jews had been waiting for centuries for the Messiah to come. And who is he? The angel tells us that he is nothing less than the Lord! So from the very beginning of his earthly life it’s made clear that Jesus is the Lord.

    Introduction Last weekend Pam and I, along with Moises Mendez, were in Chile. We went with leaders from a church Summit planted in Santa Rosa, CA, called Living Roots, Grace Church on the west side of town, Reno Christian Fellowship on the south side of town and Sparks Christian Fellowship…right ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    On The Run

    Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Jun 14, 2001
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    This sermon is to help the congregation assess where they stand in their Christian Walk

    On The Run 2 Timothy 4:7 ”I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith;” “PRAY” 1. Runners "Achievers are not only persistent, they are also hard workers who believe in themselves." - Timothy L. Griffith -Confident in the calling of God on their lives Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Getting Set Ablaze

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 15, 2024
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     | 2,095 views

    Instead of running from Holy Spirit fire and God’s plan and purpose for our lives, we need to start running towards the flames to get set ablaze. First we’ll look at what Holy Spirit fire does, and then the benefits it provides for our lives.

    Getting Set Ablaze Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urqS5XGpp94 This past year, we saw a deadly fire sweep through Lahaina killing 97 and destroying one of Hawaii’s cultural centers, as Lahaina used to be the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom. But you see, that is what ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Running On Empty

    Contributed by Felicia Clayborne on Oct 4, 2015
     | 6,713 views

    Recognize that you are on empty.

    Title: Running On Empty Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:10 KJV: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. Introduction: Have you ever drove your car when it was on empty? Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Many Christians Depart From God; Why? What’s God’s Remedy?

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014
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     | 7,100 views

    Departing from God does not necessarily mean a physical departing in which a person goes fully back into the world from which he was redeemed – while this is true of some for many others it is a spiritual departing.

    Many Christians depart from God; Why? What’s God’s remedy? Jo 6:66 From that time many of His disciples went back and walked with Him (with Jesus) no more. What are some of the direct causes for Christians to no longer actively walk with God? Love of a sin more than of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Messages From God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 30, 2016
     | 3,917 views

    In Christ we have God’s final message. He is the fullness of the Godhead. He is the Lord of everything. He is the eternal word of God. He came to earth to take away our sins.

    Do you know that God speaks to his people? It’s true. He speaks to us today just like he spoke to his people in the past. God spoke at various times and in various ways. He spoke to people such as Adam, Noah, Abraham and Moses. He spoke through thunder; the sound of a trumpet; in a still, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Running The Race

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Dec 20, 2019
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    In our lifetime, we come and go from many places, meeting new people and each have an impact on us. We are called by God to run the race that is set before us. We have to be so careful, because we can have a huge impact on others and how they run their race.

    My wife and I just returned from our home church in Abilene, TX, and while we were there, once again I was moved by what I saw. 1. Last night I was called to the hospital, while there I was reminded of several things: health and the briefness of life. 2. A visit to a county jail or state pen will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Spencer Miller avatar

    Will You Also Walk Away From Salvation?

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,330 views

    One of the most vital characteristics of a true Christian is loyalty. Even in the secular realm, loyalty is a highly valued trait of character, yet one that is often abused. How loyal are you to God? To your husband or wife? To your nation? To your employ

    “Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? Then Simon Peter answered Him, Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the Words of eternal life. And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God. Introduction Branch Rickey, whose name was recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mercy Came Running

    Contributed by James Hayden on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,783 views

    When I could not reach Mercy, Mercy came to me

    Mercy Came Running Luke 15:18-20 (18) I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee, (19) And am no more worthy to be called thy son: make me as one of thy hired servants. (20) And he arose, and came to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    "Running With Endurance"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 6, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,780 views

    Like disciplined athletes we are called to cast off everything that would prevent us from running with endurance the race set before us.

    “Running With Endurance” Hebrews 12:1-3 On Monday of this past week I went to Bishop McGuinness High School where Nate was running in a track meet. There were 7th-9th grade boys and girls from all over the state who left their homes early in the morning to make their way to the track. I sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ