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  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Dangerous Christian Pt 4

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 19, 2025
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     | 4,287 views

    In part 4 of becoming a dangerous Christian we are faced with the inescapable fact that to be a threat to the kingdom of darkness we have to live a life of prayer.

    Luke 18:1-8 And he spake a parable unto them to this end, "that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;" [2] Saying, There was in a city a judge, which feared not God, neither regarded man: [3] And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Glory Of God In Nature And Scripture

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 25, 2025
     | 441 views

    This interactive message explores Psalm 19 as a brilliant model for reflection and prayer.

    Sermon for January 26, 2026 - Psalm 19 This past Wednesday at the men’s Bible study we were looking at the song of Miriam and Moses from Exodus chapter 15 after they crossed through the Red sea. It’s a song, though the melody is lost to us because they had no way to write melodies 3000 years ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Our Refuge And Strength A Close Look At Psalm 46

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 19, 2025
     | 3,119 views

    Psalms 46 is a powerful declaration of the Sovereignty of God over all creation declaring that victory does not come through human might but by His divine power, when what was once stable and secure has crumbled and become chaotic.

    God Our Refuge and Strength A Close Look at Psalm 46 By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - One of the most powerful verses in scripture yet seemingly the hardest for us to adhere to is Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God…” I believe part of this may be due to our misunderstanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Joy Of Giving Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 19, 2025
     | 683 views

    Give promptly and freely, because God gave freely to you.

    On the day after Christmas, some time ago, Mr. Greene parked his car to pick up the morning paper. He noticed a dirty, poorly dressed boy, staring at his car. Seeing the boy eyeing his car, Mr. Greene reminded himself to be quick or he might be missing a hubcap or two when he returned. He came out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Parable Of The Rich Man Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025
     | 453 views

    This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

    The Parable of the Rich Man (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Hovey avatar

    God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jul 21, 2025
     | 366 views

    That song, Amazing Grace, is the most popular song...and the most recorded song in history.

    God's Amazing Grace That song, Amazing Grace, is the most popular song...and the most recorded song in history. Traditionalists...Country Western...Alternative...Rock n Roll...Blues…Christians...non-Christians... All types of people and all types of musical styles have sung or recorded ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    Beware Of Hypocrisy Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 25, 2025
     | 168 views

    In His encounter with Pharisees and Scribes, Jesus discusses the characteristics of hypocrisy. To His disciples He notes the promises of hypocrisy with a stern warning. And yet, in the gospel, we find great hope for hypocrites.

    It seems like nearly every month (maybe even more frequently if we look hard enough), we receive news about some Christian leader who fails morally, gets caught, and is removed from ministry. Whether it’s pastors, professors, performers, or politicians - failure happens. We see hypocrisy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whom Shall I Fear Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 2, 2025
     | 237 views

    Things and people that we fear take a variety of forms. Jesus urges us to not fear those who can only do things to us in this life, but to fear Him who has power over eternity - and yet because of His great love, we should not fear Him.

    Introduction There are things that all of us fear. What may cause me fear might not be what causes you fear and vice versa. Last night we were visiting with some folks and were reminiscing a bit about one of the fear inducing and adrenaline pumping experiences we had - bungee jumping. Fear, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Generosity That Transforms Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 27, 2024
     | 1,255 views

    Our generosity mirrors God's heart and counters the self-interest prevalent in today's political climate. Generosity fosters gratitude, deepens trust in God, and heals social divides. Through acts of kindness impacting ourselves and our communities.

    ### ** Introduction ** Video Ill.: I Like College by I Like Giving In a time when political platforms focus on personal gain, Jesus calls us to live with a radically different mindset—one of charity and generosity that transforms both the giver and the receiver.   It was this generosity that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Part 7: Prayer When Life Is Unfair Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 29, 2024
     | 1,851 views

    What should we do when life is unfair? 1. Beware of the bitterness trap (vs. 1-10). 2. Take our troubles to the Lord (vs. 10-18). 3. Give our best to God (vs. 11). 4. Rely on God to remember us (vs. 17-20).

    Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 7: Prayer when Life Is Unfair 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 29, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to 1 Samuel 1 to see a great prayer when life was unfair. Chuck Swindoll tells us that the events "in 1 Samuel took ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matt Skiles avatar

    Message #1: The Meaning Of A Thankful Heart Series

    Contributed by Matt Skiles on Nov 13, 2024
     | 3,149 views

    I want us to focus our hearts and minds on the thought of having a thankful heart and in these verses that we are going to examine this morning we are going to talk about what it means to have a thankful heart.

    Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17-And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Cleaning Up The Mess Of Misunderstanding Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 20, 2024
     | 820 views

    To clean up the mess of misunderstanding, act with integrity and love, affirming God’s integrity and love in everything you do.

    Evelyn Shetter from Abilene, Kansas, accepted a lunch invitation with former coworkers. Since she was going to be gone over the lunch hour, she set the table and left dinner in the oven for Larry, her farmer husband. She scribbled him a note saying, “Dinner in oven.” When she returned home at 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    You Will Never See Death Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 25, 2024
     | 952 views

    The stakes are cosmically and eternally high at this moment. Jesus’ actions don’t determine the outcome of some silly game, but determine the eternal destinies of millions of men and women, boys and girls. This is the ultimate “Don’t Blink” moment.

    A journalist and a father of a three -year-old boy came home in 2019. The young boy saw his dad working on his iPad while he was at the house. So, while the dad was at work, the three-year-old boy picked up the iPad and tried to use it when his dad was away. Only the iPad was password protected. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Part 9: Great Prayer Lessons From King Solomon Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 30, 2024
     | 985 views

    1. The Lord wants us to pray thankfully (vs. 5-6). 2. The Lord wants us to pray humbly (vs. 7). 3. The Lord wants us to pray unselfishly (vs. 8-9). 4. The Lord will answer happily (vs. 10). 5. The Lord will answer generously (vs. 11-13).

    Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 9: Great Prayer Lessons from King Solomon 1 Kings 3:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 30, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Last time in 1 Kings 3, we started studying one of the most important prayers we can ever pray. Shortly after he became king, King ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    Prayer Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 16, 2024
     | 511 views

    This lesson examines "What is the power in prayer"?

    Prayer Part 5 (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational