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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    God's Message Is For All Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,089 views

    Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 10. Examining God's purpose for the church to be willing to spread the Gospel at all costs; and for the church to be willing to ensure it goes honestly to all that may hear it. (Ref: Isaiah 10:1-4)

    God’s Message is for all Isaiah 10:1-4 Introduction - Focus: CLBC Response to Ministry and Evangelism -- Purpose: To connect people with Jesus Christ - Tonight, let’s continue in Isaiah and look specifically at our charge - God continues to cry out to his people: Repentance is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 27,215 views

    Many initially are willing to follow the Lord, but fail to count the cost. Upon realizing the great sacrifice necessary to follow Him, many are unwilling to pay the price. We must count the cost and be willing to pay the price in service to the Lord.

    The Cost of Discipleship Luke 14: 25-33 I am certainly thankful for the free gift of salvation. Christ paid our sin debt, reconciling us to God in salvation. This gift is freely available to all who receive it by faith. Salvation is free, but our service to the Lord is costly. If we are unwilling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Receiving God's Guidance

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,518 views

    Abraham's servant was led by God. Four principles to follow: (1) Keep to God's Word (or ways or will); (2) take steps to fulfil His will; (3) pray for His intervention; and (4) expect Him to act.

    I want to share from Genesis 24 this morning. I remember preaching from this passage a few months back. • This morning I want to look through the eyes of the servant of Abraham and learn the principles of receiving guidance from God. • The chief servant was given a very daunting task ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Burning Bush Call Of Moses Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 3, 2022
     | 4,314 views

    Moses put his neck on the line once. And he felt like a failure. Is he willing to be that vulnerable again? Is he willing to trust God with his life? That is the challenge of Moses. That is the challenge for everyone who follows the call of God.

    The call of God is as unique for every individual as is every person. For Gideon it was the fleece and that differs widely from Ezekiel and his lofty falling facedown vision of the throne of God. Isaiah with the burning coal placed on his lips differs from Paul on the Damascus Road and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Adjustments Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 12, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 20,552 views

    Sermon on the adjustments to our lives God expects when we commit to following Him and seeking His will.

    Making the Adjustments Luke 9:18-24 INTRO.: When God spoke to Moses, he was challenged to make some major adjustments in his life. He was called upon to leave the place he had lived for 40 years and abandon his life as a shepherd to take on an impossible assignment for God and God’s people. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Different Freedom, Different Father And Different Faith Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 21, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,385 views

    If you are in Christ, if you have repented and accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour then the Bible says you are a child of God. Your relationship with God has been restored, you are reconciled to our Heavenly Father.

    Do you want other people to like you? I think the answer for all of us is yes. In our heart, we all have a desire to be approved – to be liked. Often we allow our sense of self-esteem to be based on the opinions others have of us. Why is it that we so often feel or think badly about ourselves? Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Boomerang Of The Garbage Truck

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2017
     | 4,313 views

    Is it possible to lose self and become a cast away? We need to watch our hands, feet and our eyes and stay accountable. Eternity is before us.

    GEHANNA, THE BOOERANG OF THE GARBAGE TRUCK. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE TRASH, GARBAGE OR THE GARBAGE TRUCK FOR OTHERS. *GEHANNA Luke 9:25 For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away? Luke 9:25 (NLT) ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Obstacles To Knowing Truth Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,442 views

    Three obstacles to the knowledge of God. 1. Wrong Pursuits 2. Warped Assumptions 3. Willful Opposition

    Obstacles to Knowing Truth Fortifying the Foundations # 17 10-12-03 Text: John 7:14-36[1] Come with me this morning to the temple at Jerusalem during the last year of Jesus’ life. The city is full of people who have come to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. As you recall Jesus’ brothers had ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    The Enemy Hates Hupomone

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 27, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,895 views

    The one thing Satan does not want is a Christian who is willing to stand on the Word of God regardless of the cost.

    The message this morning is “The enemy hates Hupomone.” Well, Bro. Barry, what is Hupomone? Hupomone is what we see in the life of Jesus. Hupomone is what we see in the life of the Apostle Paul. Hupomone is what we see in all those who say they are disciples of Jesus. In the Bible, Hupomone is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Are You Ready To Work In The Vineyard?

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 22, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,775 views

    Jesus calls his children to work in the vineyard, and reprimands those who think they are most willing with their lack of true service.

    September 25, 2005 Matthew 21:28-32 “What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ ”‘I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went. “Then the father went to the other son and said the same thing. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 13,723 views

    This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

    Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Emil Boniog avatar

    The Story Of Christmas

    Contributed by Emil Boniog on Dec 17, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,109 views

    From the story of Christmas, I learned practical lessons about SOVEREIGNTY, SOUL-MATE, SUBMISSION, AND SELF-SACRIFICE.

    THE CHRISTMAS STORY Luke 2:1-20 The play we just watched is called “The First Noel.” Of course, “Noel” is the name of the boy in the play. However, the word noel has its origin in the French language and it means Christmas. So, the “first noel” means the first Christmas. I saw two dominant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mickey Bell avatar

    Where Is Your Confidence?

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 15, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,001 views

    Today’s world tells you to have self-confidence so what is wrong with that? Find out!

    Confidence - Trust or faith in a person or thing Here’s what the world is trying to get you to believe. And some of us are buying into it. · Confidence builds life. · You can have whatever you want with self-confidence. You’ll go just as far in life as your self-confidence will allow. To a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Hardening Of The Attitude

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 28, 2008
     | 4,090 views

    Apathy is a Disease of the Soul. Full of indifference, preoccupied with self and causing backsliding. Discover it’s cause and remedy.

    It was sometime near midnight when the state police found Pop Greenman. He was sitting quietly in the cab of a pickup truck almost 200 miles from home Pop wasn’t hurt, or even particularly upset. Just a little cold and bewildered. His truck had run out of gas, so he had coasted to the shoulder of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    Made To Be Like God

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 4,310 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to remind those who suffer from low self esteem, that they were made to be like God.

    "Made To Be Like God" 1. Divine Consultation (Let Us make man) A. Father B. Son C. Holy Ghost 2. Spiritual Replication (Not an exact likeness as Jesus) A. Intelligence B. Rationalization C. Proneness to worship 3. Unique Mixture A. The Thought (And God said, He spoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist