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  • Susan Blader avatar

    Let Jesus Find You

    Contributed by Susan Blader on Dec 22, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,277 views

    Jesus not only eats with sinners, He runs down the road and drags them in for the meal; they need only accept that they have been found.

    Let Jesus Find You A Sermon on Luke 15 You may have heard of Thomas Kinkade. He is often called the “Painter of Light.” You’ll recognize his paintings by their quaint cottages, horse drawn carriages, or cobblestone bridges, but above all, their fantastic use of color and light. And if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Cities Of Refuge Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 7, 2019
     | 8,852 views

    When you’re afraid, run to Jesus for refuge, but don’t keep Him to yourself. Make Jesus accessible and available to all.

    San Francisco has its cable cars. Seattle has its Space Needle, and Longview, Washington, has its squirrel bridge. It’s called The Nutty Narrows Bridge, which spans Olympia Way and is a local landmark. A local builder, the late Amos Peters, built The Nutty Narrows Bridge in 1963. He wanted to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    What Do You Do When You Don't Know What To Do

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 28, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,359 views

    There are several things to do when you don't know what to do but running off in all directions is not one of them.

    What Do You Do When You Don’t Know What to Do? Sometimes when we don’t know what to do we want to fly off in all directions and do something but it may be the time to do nothing. Different verses in scripture tell us to stand still and don’t move just yet. “Stand still and see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    The Praying Prophet Series

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 1, 2022
     | 1,379 views

    Jonah prays from inside the great fish. When we realize that God wants us to accomplish something, we ought not to run.

    Fear the God – Respect 2:1-9 At the beginning of chapter 1, we see Jonah as The Protesting Prophet. He did not want to go to Nineveh as directed by God. It is noted in verse three that he “rose up to flee…from the Presence of the Lord.” Jonah had sinned by running from God. However, we can see ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Is It Time That We Got Back To Work?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 9, 2024
     | 1,324 views

    Everybody wants something from us. We hurry through life but then run out of time and energy. Where are our priorities and values?

    It appears like everybody needs something from us, relatives, businesses, schools, chapels, or clubs. Before long there is brief period left to give, as we run out of time and energy. We wind up hurrying through life, taking care of the vital, the prompt, and the earnest. Over and over again, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When You Are Scared Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
     | 961 views

    You do not have to run scared through dark dangerous valleys, because Jesus is with you. Walk with Him and stay close to Him.

    “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want … Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me” (Psalm 23:1, 4). A. WHEN YOU ARE SACRED 1. What scares you? a. Physical hurt. b. Emotional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Manure And The Problem Of Evil Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 282 views

    Jesus’ answer to the problem of evil—Repent or perish. Then demonstrate that repentance in your own life before God’s patience runs out.

    The movie Forrest Gump addresses a lot of life’s issues including the problem of evil. Take a look (show Lt Dan against God; www.youtube.com/watch?v=jc374YQAjJg, stop at 48 second mark right before Lt. Dan starts using foul language). Lieutenant Dan had lost both legs in Vietnam and was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Paul's Final Assurances To Timothy Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 18, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,088 views

    To establish that Paul’s Final Assurances to Timothy were that he: fought a good fight, finished his course, and fulfilled the faith. Sadly, these three assurances are Paul’s final message to Timothy, his beloved son in Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. I Fought a Good Fight 2. I Finished My Course 3. I Fulfilled the Faith Introductory Remarks. 1. In our lesson today, we are going to be discussing the theme: "Paul's Final Assurances to Timothy." The apostle is now in a cold, wet, and dark dungeon in Rome. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Harvey avatar

    Determination Of A Champion Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 29, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,868 views

    Using the example of Paul and how he lived for Christ and what we can get from his teachings.

    Gold Medal Living Determination of a Champion August 1, 2004 Intro: Olympics are coming up- Always love the excitement, the competition, and the personal stories. *PP- Jesse Owens- Berlin 1936 Cassius Clay- Rome 1960 Nadia Comaneci- Montreal 1976 Bruce Jenner- Montreal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joey Hanner avatar

    The Miracle Series: Walking On Water (The Catch Of The Day)

    Contributed by Joey Hanner on Sep 13, 2018
     | 5,793 views

    Its one thing to weather a storm, but its another to ask God to do something impossible in the midst of a Storm. Peter is a great example of a true leader literally coming to the surface.

    The Miracle Series: Walking on Water. “The Catch of the Day” Matthew 14:22-33. Wouldn’t you like to be...... Have you ever ask God to let you do something seemingly impossible—— in the midst of a storm? That’s were true leaders are born. That’s Peter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Graduation 2003

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 158 ratings
     | 32,921 views

    A Graduation sunday Messege that is applicable to everyone

    2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-3 How To Make It In This World Introduction A. Everybody is trying to make it in this world B. Some people will go to considerable lengthens for success C. An Athlete might try take steroids, or cork a bat (did he do it on purpose) D. Someone might ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Dr. Michael Eaton avatar

    Jesus As The Wine Of God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Michael Eaton on Jul 29, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,834 views

    This message is Chapter 2 of my book entitled, "John on the Run A Survey of the Bible New Testament Book of John." You can pick up this book at https://www.amazon.com/John-Run-Survey-Bible-Testament-ebook/dp/B01MXR29PB/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8

    Introduction In many Christian circles, many take issue whenever the topic of drinking wine is discussed. It is a very controversial subject to say the least. My view is simple. The bible states, do not be drunk with wine, but be fill with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18) However, in our culture wine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Sin No More

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 28, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,326 views

    Don’t use the excuse that you can’t help slipping into sin. Call on God’s power to free you from sin’s grip. Don’t run to sin but run away from it. Do not deliberately put yourself in a situation where you become vulnerable to sin. Tactic: ‘Submit to God,

    Opening illustration: Play a video on ‘SIN’ and what people today perceive it to be … Introduction: Jesus’ instruction to “sin no more” was a command to end her adulterous activities and adulterous relationship. Being a member of the body of Christ does not give us excuse to continue a sinful ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Mowery avatar

    Perscription For Spiritual Success

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,796 views

    How to be what you want to be and where you need to be spiritually.

    Prescription For Spiritual Success Philippians 3: 12-14 Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. 13Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Disciplines For Disciples Perseverence Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,188 views

    2nd in series on discipleship. Expanded outline

    DISCIPLINES FOR DISCIPLES 2 Perseverance (A few points are borrowed, but I have misplaced the sources) In Hebrews chapter 11 we read account after account of men and women, heroes of the Christian faith, who trusted God, who believed He was faithful, and who were blessed by God. We read of godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist