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  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Who Is My Neighbor?

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 10, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,376 views

    It's easy to get along with people who get along with us, but what about when we see someone very different from us in need? Jesus challenges us to be a good neighbor to everyone we encounter.

    Luke 10:25-37 Who is My Neighbor? Have you ever struggled to be nice to someone, especially someone different from you? Maybe they’re talkative and you’re quiet, or they are a gossip and you detest gossip, or maybe their skin is darker and yours is lighter, or yours is darker and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Conversion Of Paul Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 16, 2016
     | 12,199 views

    Paul's encounter with the Lord brought about a radical transformation in his life. He began a walk of faith with the Lord that offered hope and assurance of eternal life. Of all the walks one takes with the Lord by faith, salvation is by far the best.

    Series: Walking by Faith # 6 The Conversion of Paul Acts 9: 1-9 Over the past several weeks we have considered various accounts of those who walked by faith and received the abundance of the Lord. Our text today also reveals a walk of faith. While this encounter is much different than the previous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem Part 3 Problems In The Promised Land Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 14, 2016
     | 9,815 views

    Just because you are in the Promised Land or under the promises of God does not mean that you will not encounter problems. Isaac was in the promised land yet he was harassed and beset with problems. Yet despite all, God will bring you out.

    PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF JERUSALEM: PROBLEMS IN THE PROMISED LAND GENESIS 26:1 And there was a famine in the land, beside the first famine that was in the days of Abraham. And Isaac went unto Abimelech king of the Philistines unto Gerar. 2 And the Lord appeared unto him, and said, Go not down into ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Be Encouraged; Live For God Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 8, 2015
     | 5,114 views

    John concludes his first letter with wisdom and affirmation that each of us can use today. We must keep ourselves from the things that are ungodly (idols), yet live purposefully showing Christ to all we encounter.

    Be encouraged; Live for God 1 John Bible Study, Part 13 1 John 5:13-21 Introduction - If you accept God’s testimony and believe on it for yourself (v9) -- You have internal assurance of what God has done and consider it true -- You cannot believe something without knowing and accepting it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Glory Of The Latter House

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,366 views

    This message explores the many hurdles one may encounter in life especially those that are called to be leaders in the coming end-time revival which shall be a revival that will experience God’s majestic glory which is his way of life.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Haggai 2:9) “The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the Lord of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the Lord of hosts.” (Haggai 2:3) “Who is left among you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Unexpected Journey Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 25, 2022
     | 3,809 views

    In this life we will encounter unexpected journeys! In these twists and turns of the journey of life the Lord is there to guide us on these paths, to comfort us, give us peace and provide for us as well. We just need to stay focused on him in the valley.

    Cancer Journey: The Unexpected Journey! Opening Video: Unexpected Journey - Cancer to a Higher Calling Thesis: In this life we will encounter unexpected journeys! In these twists and turns of the journey of life the Lord is there to guide us on these paths, to comfort us, give us peace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stretching For The Impossible

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 10, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,538 views

    This sermon focuses on the 1. The man who had the withered hand 2. His encounter with Jesus and 3. His healing. It is the micro story in the middle of a macro story about the Sabbath Day - it is how the presence of Jesus brings transformation.

    Scripture: Luke 6:6-12; Psalm 27 Theme: Stretching for the Impossible This sermon focuses on the 1. The man who had the withered hand 2. His encounter with Jesus and 3. His healing. INTRO: Grace and peace this morning! Have you ever heard the phrase - “you are too close to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Anchored In Faith : Navigating Life's Storms Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,001 views

    Life is often a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. We may encounter storms of various kinds, from personal challenges to societal upheavals. During these times, faith can be our anchor, keeping us steady and secure.

    Bible Passage: Romans 8:28: “And we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” References: Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Isaiah 41:10: “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    Revelation Lesson #9 Series

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 27, 2024
     | 643 views

    As we begin we have opened six of the seven seals around the little scroll which could only be opened by the Lamb who was slain–Jesus Christ. Before the seventh seal is opened, we encounter seven trumpets.

    A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Call To Holiness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 958 views

    Holiness means being separated from sin and dedicated to God. It involves moral purity, spiritual maturity, and complete devotion to God’s will.

    Title: THE CALL TO HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16 "But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’” Supporting Texts: Hebrews 12:14; Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 7:1; Leviticus 19:2; Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Jesus Journey Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 25, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,184 views

    The story of this encounter, like our own journey of faith, may be viewed from three perspectives: 1) The need for understanding (Luke 24:13–24), 2) The source of understanding (Luke 24:25–27), and 3) The response to understanding (Luke 24:28–32).

    Luke 24:13–24 13 That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, 14 and they were talking with each other about all these things that had happened. 15 While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. 16 ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Nicodemus In Us All

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 19,465 views

    This is the 4th in a 5 part sermon series on people who have encountered Christ and how thier lives have been changed. Nicodemus’ call is for us not to limit our faith only to what we can reasonably understand.

    Bibliography: Indiana Jones In Search of the Holy Grail There once was a man named Nicodemus who was a great religious leaders of the Jews. That’s how John begins to tell us the story of the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus For the next two weeks we will be looking at biblical people who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Phillip Frady avatar

    Is There A Need For Evangelism?

    Contributed by Phillip Frady on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,518 views

    The sermon looks at the response of Jesus to the reaction of the religious leaders of the day in His encounters with sinners and publicans in His story of the man who had all he thought he needed in this life only to discover his eternal destiny was relat

    Evangelism – Is There A Need? Luke 16:19-31 I. The mans earthly situation a. He had no need for other security b. He had no need for material things c. He had no need for comfort d. He had no need for God II. The mans after death situation a. He had no help b. He had no hope Our goal today is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Fix avatar

    Does God Love Lost People? Series

    Contributed by William Fix on Jan 1, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,757 views

    When we encounter people on the street that obviously live there are we turned off by them? Are we turned off socially? Is our compassion turned off? Do we love these people? Or more importantly, does God love them?

    Does God Really Love These Things? Part 2 Does God Love Lost People? Sr. Pastor Taylor Free Methodist Church Let’s begin by answering the question, “Does God love lost people?” For God so loved the world that he gave one and only Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    The Debarkation Of Jonah

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,119 views

    Sin never advertises itself truthfully. It only talks about how nice it is going to be in Tarshish and that you should go there. But it never tells you about the storm you are going to encounter resulting in you being thrown overboard.

    The book of Jonah #07 The debarkation of Jonah Jonah 1:12-16 When Jonah got on board the ship, I feel sure he never dreamed of leaving the ship the way he did. With everything going as smooth as it did when he was running from the will of God, he never dreamed he would be the object of such a scene ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist