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  • Mike Turner avatar

    Bending God's Ear

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 8, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,084 views

    The Psalmist asked God to "bow down thine ear." Do you need to bend God’s ear today ?

    Psalms 86 1. Bow down thine ear, O Lord, hear me: for I am poor and needy. 2. Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee. 3. Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily. 4. Rejoice the soul of thy servant: for unto thee, O Lord, do I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man's Relationship With The Environment

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,972 views

    There is alot of discussion, today, about Man’s proper relationship to the environment. This is a study of some truths found in God’s Word that might help us formulate a godly viewpoint on Man’s relationship to Nature.

    Man and Nature Since the 1960s, there has been a lot of controversy as to Man’s relationship to the environment and nature. There has grown a movement that seeks to place the value of the environment above the needs of Man. This is a reaction on the part of some to those who exploit the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    More Than Salt

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 25, 2009
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,213 views

    A sermon about salt from Matthew 5:13. Main points come from Victor Knowles

    Evening Service for 5/24/2009 (Mat 5:13 NIV) "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. Introduction: An old Greek tale tells of a king with three daughters. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Waiting On What? Series

    Contributed by Mac Hammond on Sep 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,393 views

    Waiting is a learned behavior because it doesn’t come naturally. How do we learn how to wait?

    A. This is the second installment of our series entitled “Graceful Waiting.” There are several keys on how to wait on God scripturally. In this installment, we’ll talk about the first two: integrity and faith. B. Even though the world around us may be dark, we can have joy, peace, and good will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Snake Eggs

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
     | 6,793 views

    Sin Destroys

    Snake Eggs (Isaiah 59:1-10) Intro: There are some things that strike terror in the hearts of most of us. For most of us a poisonous snake causes our bodies to shake with fear. Can you imagine being trapped in a small room with 1000 deadly vipers? That is not a very pleasant thought, but we as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Be An Effective Influence

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 6, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,476 views

    Jesus commands that his followers have an effective influence on their worlds.

    How to Be an Effective Influence Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION A. John Donne said: “No man is an island.” B. Andrew Murray’s holy and pure life was reflected in his children and grandchildren. Said of him, “Five of his six sons became ministers of the gospel and four of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Are Not Alone Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 9, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,608 views

    Do you know that God’s plan for your salvation has never changed? You were never second best; you have always been the plan of God according to the election of grace. The Election of Grace teaches that, “He hath chosen us in Him before the foundation of the world."

    • The Response – YOU ARE FOREKNOWN “God has not cast away His people whom He foreknew” Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” God does not make bad investments; God does not make mistakes! His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Midyear Thanksgiving: Celebrating The Faithfulness Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 28, 2025
     | 991 views

    Mid-year thanksgiving is a spiritual discipline and an expression of humility, acknowledging that without God, we could have done nothing.

    MIDYEAR THANKSGIVING: CELEBRATING THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 124:1-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Deuteronomy 8:10-18 INTRODUCTION: As we stand at the midpoint of the year, it is fitting and wise to pause and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming End-Of-Year Battles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 26, 2025
     | 202 views

    This sermon reveals how believers can confront and defeat spiritual battles that arise at the close of the year through divine power, vigilance, and faith.

    OVERCOMING END-OF-YEAR BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:12 Key Verse: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” (Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The "Enoughness" Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,455 views

    I need to be saved? From what preacher? WHy? How? WHo can? I need answers!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 18, 2009 Date Preached: September 20, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Back To School – Believers Edition! Sermon Title: The ‘Enoughness’ of Salvation! Sermon Text: John 3:16-17 [NLT] Introduction: Over the past 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Society At The Time Of Christ's Return

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,036 views

    A description of society during the Tribulation.

    Being asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, he answered them, “The kingdom of God is not coming with signs to be observed, nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There!’ for behold, the kingdom of God is in the midst of you.” And He said to the disciples, “The days are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,884 views

    1) Let the Earth by Joyful (Psalm 97:1–6). 2) Let the People be Joyful (Psalm 97:7–9). 3) Let the Righteous be Joyful (Psalm 97:10–12).

    Santa Claus and his company are no longer at the North Pole! There’s something of an all-points bulletin - or whatever is the polar equivalent - out on the famous Claus household. The whole batch of them, consisting of the familiar Santa, his wife (first name unknown) Mrs. Claus, and the band of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Person's A Person, No Matter How Small

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014
     | 3,503 views

    Human life is sacred. Yet it is being destroyed in the womb. In this sermon, Pastor Keith looks directly at this terrible holocaust happening in the United States.

    A Person’s a Person, No Matter How Small Genesis 1:26 On December 14, 2012, a 20 year old man with a history of mental illness fatally shot twenty children and six adult staff members and wounded two at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown Connecticut. As is to be expected as a result ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Reign Of A Holy God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,555 views

    THE REIGN OF A HOLY GOD MAKES THE RIGHTEOUS GLAD AND THE WICKED TREMBLE

    BIG IDEA: THE REIGN OF A HOLY GOD MAKES THE RIGHTEOUS GLAD AND THE WICKED TREMBLE I. (:1-6) THE REIGN OF A HOLY GOD HAS COSMIC IMPLICATIONS The Simple Truth ="The Lord Reigns" -- looking forward especially to fulfillment in the Millennial Kingdom when that reign on earth will be evident A. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Blood Everywhere! Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,932 views

    Question and answer series message dealing with the violence in the Old Testament.

    TOUGH QUESTIONS: BIBLE ANSWERS Blood Everywhere! Numbers 31:2-18, Deuteronomy 20:4, 12-16 Joshua 8:24-25, Judges 21:10-11 July 16, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Tonight’s question: Why, since God is loving and caring, does He command so many killings? This is an important question. It has broad ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan