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  • James McCullen avatar

    How To Have Joy In Serving Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005
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    Beginning the series in James we focus on the Joy of Serving. James the half brother of Jesus leads the way as a joyful servant

    HOW TO HAVE JOY IN SERVING James 1:1-4 (NASB) (1) James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. {2} Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, {3} knowing that the testing of your faith produces ...read more

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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Shake It Off And Step Up!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
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    When life seems unfair and hopeless, use the story of the donkey, shake it off and step up!

    SHAKE IT OFF By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: BUT DAVID ENECOURAGED HIMSELF IN THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Kelley avatar

    God Its Impossible To Keep Going When I Feel Like Giving Up

    Contributed by James Kelley on Dec 1, 2000
    based on 237 ratings
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    This sermon helps identify the common causes of depression and prescribes God’s cure for them.

    I have been feeling a bit "down and blue" over the past few weeks and motivation to do anything has been sadly lacking. But thank the Lord for His amazing grace that reaches even downhearted pastors. I found great solace in an episode from Elijah’s life that is found in 1 Kings 19. Let me share ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Witnessing To The Skeptics

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
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    "The Communist was very sober. After reading a couple of other passages from God’s inspired Word, this young man was obviously very moved. His entire countenance had changed. He made a life-changing decision."

    Illustration: From Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade for Christ. "One day some years ago, I was speaking on a large university campus. A young radical student confronted me. I later discovered he was the head of the Communist Party on this big campus. He demonstrated and railed at me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Pain Teaches You: Lesson 3: What To Do In Pain

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2006
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    “Dear brothers, is your life full of difficulties and temptations? Then be happy, for when the way is rough, your patience has a chance to grow. So let it grow, and don’t try to squirm out of your problems. For when your patience is finally in full bloom

    A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living The "High Life."

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 30, 2009
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    How the "High Life" leads to the Low Life.

    LIVING THE ‘HIGH LIFE’ June 24, 2009 Esther 1 1. Can You Name a Book of the Bible a. God/Lord/Jehovah never appears? b. Prayer/worship/sacrifice never mentioned? c. Shortest BK in OT Obadiah – 1 Chap. 6xs God/Lord 2. Esther a. Exile of Jews because of their sin – no winking i. 2 Kings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Harris avatar

    "Is The Lord Among Us Or Not?"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 28, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
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    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate believers with Spiritual Questions to TRUST GOD in TOUGH TIMES.

    "Is the Lord among Us or Not?” 28 September 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris 504th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade (BfSB) West Fort Hood Chapel Killeen, TX BIG IDEA: Sometimes believers question God, because they find it difficult to TRUST Him in the midst of TOUGH times. REFERENCES: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    So Somone Is Throwing Stones

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,351 views

    Accept the provoking reality Acknowledge the preserved resource Activate a proper response

    SO SOMEONE IS THROWING ROCKS AT YOU Acts 7:54-60 Acts 7 is the longest address in the book of Acts, and one of the most important. In it Stephen reviewed the history of Israel and the contributions made by their revered leaders: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, David, and Solomon. Stephen’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Isaias Sanchez avatar

    God Wants You Going Forward

    Contributed by Isaias Sanchez on May 29, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,734 views

    You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you.

    God wants you going forward You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you. The command is to walk, or live, by what God has to say about you, not by the opinions of man. You cannot conquer what you don’t confront, and you cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "A Fresh Start”

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,092 views

    When we get shaken up a bit, let us close our eyes and imagine God saying, “DON”T GIVE UP, I’M STILL HERE”

    “A Fresh Start” Acts 16:25-31 JOKE: “New Years Resolutions” A couple sat facing their marriage counselor who asked, “Why are you here to see me?” The wife answered, “Well it all started when we thought it might be cute to choose each other’s New Year’s resolutions” INTRODUCTION: New Years Eve is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Jesus, In Your Opinion Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,614 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the series "When Jesus Comes To Your Town". This series is based on the "Passion Week".

    Series: When Jesus Comes To Your Town [#7] JESUS, IN YOUR OPINION Mark 15:1-15; John 18:33-40 Introduction: [Have a suit and tie on with a pull-over shirt underneath.] Ask these questions and do whatever it says while asking: 1. In your opinion, do you think I look better in this suit with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    Temptation's Road

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 13, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,533 views

    Temptation always follows the same road. And Thomas isn’t the only one who doubts!

    TEMPTATION’S ROAD LUKE 4:1-13 Luke 4:1-13 1 Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the desert, 2 where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and at the end of them he was hungry. 3 The devil said to him, "If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Max High avatar

    Surviving The Death Of A Loved One Series

    Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,336 views

    Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. Jesus holds the answer to our survival in these times.

    Jesus meets our deepest needs John 11:1-44 Introduction Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. This knowledge in Itself does not offer us condolences or comfort. However, there are many comforts we can receive from scripture and the life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Five Ways To Combat Fear Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016
     | 4,768 views

    Five Ways to Combat Fear

    FIVE WAYS TO COMBAT FEAR, WORRY, STRESS PH 4 VS 4-9 Philippians 4:4-9 (NKJV) 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let ...read more

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  • Craig Benner avatar

    Adios To The Cave

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Jul 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,374 views

    There are times when life drives us to the cave. It is not a matter of if, but when. More important, is the dilema of you getting out of the cave in proper time.

    CAVES Ps. 57:1-3,7 1 ¶ <<To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave.>> Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast. (KJV) 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal