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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Six "Myths" And "Tales" That Everyone Buys Into Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2015
     | 5,460 views

    Paul's mention of "myths" and "tales" serves as a springboard for a discussion of six myths/tales that we encounter in our society today.

    The Unexamined Lie: There are “myths” and “tales” we buy into because everyone around us is buying into them. - 1 Timothy 4:6-7. - Talk about (v. 7) the idea of buying into myths that everyone around us does. - Talk about (v. 6) the need to examine even common ideas under the light of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Become Upwardly Mobile

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 15, 2014
     | 5,559 views

    This text reminds us that exercising faith in Christ make all of the difference; faith is not just a noun but also serves as a verb.

    One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, at three o’clock in the afternoon. 2) And a man lame from birth was being carried in. People would lay him daily at the gate of the temple called the Beautiful Gate so that he could ask for alms from those entering the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Moving

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 8, 2019
     | 4,674 views

    Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7?

    Moving 24/7 1 Samuel 5:4”….when they arose early the next morning, behold, Dagon had fallen on his face to the ground before the ark of the LORD.” Why do you have to run in mad circles when the God you serve keeps moving 24/7? You know what, if you get this straight into your heart and head then ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Looking Toward Calvary Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 27, 2017
     | 6,995 views

    Often our spiritual vision is hindered by the desires of the flesh. We seek to serve the Lord, but often find a struggle with the flesh.

    Looking toward Calvary Mark 8: 31-33 At this point in Jesus’ ministry His popularity has diminished greatly, particularly among the devout Jews. He is about to enter a season of intense difficulty, culminating with the cross. From this moment forward, Jesus will be intent on enabling the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “let’s Take A Stand”

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jul 26, 2015
     | 5,612 views

    We need to be ready to have great energy for God, Serve God in mighty ways and pay the price for doing so.

    I. Doing Great Exploits (Taking a Stand) means going to the foot of the cross. (Luke 23:50-56) - Joseph was at the cross when Jesus died as was the Centurion - Illustration # 2 ”Never getting over the cross” - This is where we get our boldness, energy, II. Doing Great Exploits (Taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church-Equipping People Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 28, 2015
     | 4,700 views

    Our vision also includes helping one another mature, unite and serve through the presence and power of God's Spirit.

    1. Who is better equipped? [PPT of Soldier with weapons and without; Football player with pads and without; Christian with armor of God and without 2. Vision and Mission -- Destination and Steps to get there a. God Led b. Outreach Centered 1) World Bible School opportunities 2) Other ways to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Was Not A Silent Night!

    Contributed by David Simpson on Dec 18, 2015
     | 4,612 views

    A brief Christmas Eve or Christmas Program Message, perhaps can be used as a Communion Meditation before serving the Lord's Supper

    Lanier Christian Church December 24, 2015 - Christmas Eve Communion Meditation David Simpson The annual Christmas pageant. It's a long standing tradition in many churches. There are two things common with almost all young children in a Christmas program Nativity scene...they usually sing at some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Certainly I Will Be With You

    Contributed by Jack Martin on Mar 27, 2023
     | 1,218 views

    Poor Moses. He served the same congregation for forty years. During all that time, Moses had no opportunity for advancement.

    “Certainly, I will be with you” (God to Moses in Exodus 3:12). Poor Moses. He served the same congregation for forty years. During all that time, Moses had no opportunity for advancement. And instead of getting easier as the years came and went, the work seemed to never let up. One challenge ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Funeral Tracy Stover

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 20, 2021
     | 1,640 views

    sermon for a veteran who served 20 years and retired working on railroad. He was a Sunday School teacher 25 years .

    Funeral Tracy Stover Wallace and Wallace Rainelle 2 Timothy 2:4:6-8, 1. Many of us wake up and as a result of stuff today , I need a break, this week has drove me crazy, • I cant do this no more. This is a day that is hard to live with Christian attributes. • These things ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Travel Dangers Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2025
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     | 154 views

    Acts 27:1-44 shows how God uses Christians to serve others during life’s storms.

    Introduction In July 2022, eastern Kentucky faced catastrophic flash floods, with Letcher County hit hardest as 8-10 inches of rain submerged homes, claimed 45 lives, and destroyed over 4,000 properties, including County Line Community Church. Pastor Anthony Mullins, a third-generation Baptist ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    For All The Saints

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 1, 2023
     | 1,576 views

    It is right to remember those who have gone before us in the faith. They serve as witnesses to the faith we should have.

    For All the Saints Hebrews 11:32-40 We come to what should be a very important day for us on the Christian calendar, the day known as “all Saint’s Day or the Feast of All Saints. It is a day in which we are to remember those in the faith who have one before us, many of whom suffered great hardship ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Caleb - 85 Years Young Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024
     | 1,482 views

    Learn when you are young so you will still know how to serve God when you get old.

    “The Lord has kept me alive and well as he promised for all these forty-five years … Today I am eighty-five years old. I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then. So give me the hill country that the Lord promised me … I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Made For These Days - 75th Anniversary

    Contributed by Perry Hancock on Mar 9, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,259 views

    A 75th Anniversary sermon to encourage and challenge the church to move forward with their legacy of faithfulness to serve the community and share the Gospel.

    Made For These Days Ephesians 2:8-10 8 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, 9 not of works, lest anyone should boast. 10 For we are His workmanship (masterpiece), created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    With My Whole Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,034 views

    Emphasize the importance of serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience, as our actions and character are a reflection of our dedication to God.

    Good morning, church family! Welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together to uplift each other and glorify our God. Today, we’re going to dive into a message that cuts straight to the heart of Christian living, that is, serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience. Our main ...read more

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    Time To Grow Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 952 views

    Encourage Christians to live in unity, grow in maturity, and serve with humility by tuning our hearts to Jesus Christ as our standard.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from Ephesians 4:1-11, where the Apostle Paul encourages us to live in unity, grow in maturity, and serve with humility. Before we get started, I want to share a quote with you from Corrie Ten Boom. She once said, "Be united ...read more

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