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  • Mark Wood avatar

    The Discipline Of Delay

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Jan 13, 2007
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     | 4,716 views

    Dr. Wood used this sermon to inform the congregation that often God uses delay in order to discipline us or steer us in the direction that He intends for the good of His kingdom.

    John 11:1–46 INTRODUCTION: Too often, we worry when we should wait, and we resist when we should resign. Often God’s delays are explained in that God wishes to teach us our need of patience (see Hebrews 10:36). In our text, Lazarus was on his deathbed and yet Jesus delayed (see vv. 1–6). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    So, What Do You Do For God?(Pastor Jose Gomez Jr)

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,319 views

    This is the cornerstone question behind finding your individual role within your local church and the Body of Christ as a whole.

    “So, what do you do for the Lord?”, I asked Joe, a fellow believer and gung-ho Christian. “Brother, I do whatever the Lord asks me to do,” he confidently replied “Joe, pardon me for saying this,” I said, “but isn’t that a part of every Christian’s job?” Joe looked a bit puzzled, so I continued: “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Conflict Arises

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Nov 7, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,553 views

    When Conflict comes, where do you go?

    When Conflict Arises – How to handle stuff when you’re backed up against the wall Nehemiah 5:1-19 Construction Series # In previous sermons from Nehemiah, it seems that most of the problems that came up for Nehemiah were from outside sources. In chapter five, we see a new problem developing – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Applying God's Word

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,472 views

    Using the account of the return from captivity under Nehemiah, we have the example given of how we should also apply the truth of God’s Word to our lives.

    Applying God’s Word I IT WAS A TIME OF CRISIS There were many enemies seeking to bring about the downfall of Nehemiah, and frustrate his plans. 1. THERE WAS A RESTORATION The people had been released from the Persian captivity, by Cyrus [BC445] – an event foretold by the Prophet Isaiah [BC712] 267 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Command You To Move! Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,675 views

    Sermon 1 of 6 from the book of Joshua

    The great book of Joshua opens with a command. Joshua was the chief aide to Moses aand the commander of the armed forcees of Israel. God had already called, consecrated, and commissioned him to replace Moses upon his death. Now Moses is died, and Deuteronomy 34:8 tells us that the people had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Long?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,330 views

    This sermon asks the question, How long will we be listeners to the word of God without following?

    How Long? John 10: 22 - 30 Intro: When I was a youngster, members of our family would often gather around the piano on Sunday afternoon and sing hymns from a very old hymnbook. One of the hymns I remembered when I read this passage of scripture was “How Long Has It Been.” The opening words of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Rejection Crew: Ahithophel And Judas

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 8,359 views

    What makes a trusted person turn against his or her friend? Divorces that come out of nowhere, friendships dissolved, church splits...Today, we’re going to look at parallels between Ahithophel and Judas; we’ll note some similiarites & differences, and th

    Intro 1. Civil war is a nasty thing, often polarizing people: Robert E. Lee asked by Lincoln to head up Union troops....against slavery, but loyal to South... 2. Israel experienced several "Civil Wars" that divided the nation... 3. But when David’s son, Absalom, rebelled against him, that had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Consider The Lilies

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 22, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 5,758 views

    The first thing we learn from Lilies is that beauty is only temporary...

    Consider The Lilies Text: Matthew 6:28 To the Chinese Lily means "forever in love." Early Christians viewed the Lily as a symbol of purity. The first thing we learn from Lilies is that beauty is only temporary. Though God so beautifies this plant, He also has only given it a very short life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Service-Blessed To Be A Blessing Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 24, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,770 views

    Serving Others is an important Spiritual Discipline that opens us up to the power of the Holy Spirit and enables us to be used by God.

    Genesis 3:1-3, Matthew 25:31-40 “Service—Blessed to be a Blessing” INTRODUCTION The United States Army has a catchy, memorable slogan, “Be all that you can be.” I believe this slogan captures and reflects the desire of many of our hearts. We want to reach our full potential and experience ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Venture And Capture

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 8, 2013
     | 2,867 views

    Friend, it is one thing to ask God what we want, but it is gorgeous when He looks at you and asks you what you want? Staggering!

    Venture & capture! 2 King 2:9 “……when they had crossed over, that Elijah said to Elisha, "Ask! What may I do for you, before I am taken away from you?" Elisha said, "Please let a double portion of your spirit be upon me." Friend, it is one thing to ask God what we want, but it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Chameleons! Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 27, 2013
     | 4,702 views

    Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, people shoot out their tongue to bombard you with insults, curses, faults and false accusation.

    Genesis 31:1 Now Jacob heard the words of Laban's sons, saying, "Jacob has taken away all that was our father's, and from what was our father's he has acquired all this wealth." Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What To Do When You've Been Knocked On Your Backside

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 22, 2013
     | 6,038 views

    Sermon based on the trials of life

    What To Do When You've Been Knocked Flat on Your Backside Psalm 61:1-4 Personal Testimony TEXT What to do? I. Cry out to God Cry out in the bad Cry out in the good Cry out when all hell is breaking loose Cry out when you just can't go on God already knows our situations. Friends He's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving 2007

    Contributed by Jose Imperial on Dec 29, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,303 views

    Leaving 2007

    Jesus said in Mat 5:18 For most certainly, I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not even one smallest letter or one tiny pen stroke shall in any way pass away from the law, until all things are accomplished. This verse speaks that the Lord knows the least detail and will see it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Aarron Ellerman avatar

    The Purpose Of The Law Series

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,398 views

    If the Law was not the means to salvation, then what is it’s purpose?

    Galatians 3:23-29 “The Purpose of the Law” Vs. 23 • “Before faith came.” o Definite article in the Greek before “faith”  the faith. o Before faith means before the fulfillment of the faith, that is the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. • “shut up” o Means imprisoned, they were still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother's Day 2016 Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 9, 2016
     | 6,218 views

    how much do mothers impact the world and what must they do to have a positive impact?

    As I prepared for this message, one of the articles I read stated this “What happens in individual homes will affect society, both positively and negatively. We need to cultivate healthy and functional homes for our children.” We all live in homes and all of us will influence those in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible