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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Defining Trials Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 4, 2010
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     | 16,993 views

    Trials are designed to teach us so that our conduct and character changes.

    Defining Trials Hebrews 12:5-11 Rev. Brian Bill 7/4/10 About two weeks ago I received a phone call from someone who was in great distress. After recounting the details of what had happened, the following question was uttered in a loud, yet broken voice: “Pastor Brian, does God hate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does The Bible Say About Homosexuality?

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 1, 2019
     | 6,437 views

    The opposite of homosexuality is not heterosexuality; it's holiness.

    What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality? Rev. Brian Bill June 1-2, 2019 In a comprehensive report released by the Barna Group this year, 9 out of 10 pastors see helping Christians develop biblical beliefs about specific issues as a major part of their role. While homosexuality is the issue ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Third Day

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Apr 6, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,992 views

    Looks at "3 day" stories from elsewhere in the Bible as a preface to the greatest 3 day story of all.

    Easter 2016 Happy Easter, everyone. Some of you know the traditional Easter Greeting… One person says, He is risen the other person says, he is risen indeed. But a lot of people don’t know where that came from. The saying is based on scripture, but people started using it as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Renewal In Tough Times Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 13, 2021
     | 4,656 views

    We need to follow the “Re’s” that Nehemiah followed to get the vision for the building project started again and finished. This will require the “Re’s” of light called faith and hope.

    Pursuing Renewal in Tough Times! Thesis: We need to follow the call of God to be renewed and we do this by rebuilding and restoring that which was broken down and left destroyed by the evil one. We need to follow the “Re’s” that Nehemiah followed to get the vision for the building project started ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Decide

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 24, 2019
     | 4,108 views

    A study in the book of Jeremiah 27: 1 – 22

    Jeremiah 27: 1 – 22 You decide 1 In the beginning of the reign of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah, king of Judah, this word came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 “Thus says the LORD to me: ‘Make for yourselves bonds and yokes, and put them on your neck, 3 and send them to the king of Edom, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Red Flags

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 15, 2019
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    A study in the book of Jeremiah 40: 1 – 16

    Jeremiah 40: 1 – 16 Red Flags 1 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD after Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard had let him go from Ramah, when he had taken him bound in chains among all who were carried away captive from Jerusalem and Judah, who were carried away captive to Babylon. 2 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    God's Sign Post - John The Baptist

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 5, 2018
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    This sermon focus on the life of John the Baptist. John was a man who was renowned for 1. His Humility 2. His Life of Repentance 3. His Integrity and Commitment His life shines as a sign post for all us to follow!

    Scripture: Mark 6:14-29 Theme: John the Baptist This sermon focus on the life of John the Baptist. John was a man who was renowned for 1. His Humility 2. His Life of Repentance 3. His Integrity and Commitment His life shines as a sign post for all us to follow! INTRO: Grace and peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A King Is Born—to Make All Things New Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Dec 20, 2024
     | 501 views

    In this message, we'll discover how Jesus came to restore what was broken, restart what seemed lost, and renew our hope for the future. No matter where you are in life, Jesus offers a better way to live—a way filled with purpose, identity, and fulfillment.

    A King is Born (3) Dustin Lee Boden / General A King is Born A King is Born—To Make All Things New Isaiah 9:6 NLT 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jehovah Shammah Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 20, 2020
     | 6,933 views

    Men have a crucial part to play in the lives of their children. Unfortunately, we have bought into the lie that we that play a minor role in raising up our own children. We need to shake off that lie and step up and own up to our responsibility as men of God.

    Poppa … Pops … Pa … Dad … Daddy … Father … Sir! Our heavenly Father, like our earthly fathers, has many different names. He is our “Father” because He is “Elohim” … the One … with a capital “O” … who created us. He is our “Father” because He’s “Jehovah Jireh” … He provides everything for us. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A King Is Born—in A Dysfunctional Family Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Dec 6, 2024
     | 832 views

    In this message, we dive into the unexpected and imperfect story of Jesus' lineage. From the brokenness of Rahab to the outsider status of Ruth and even King David's failures, we'll see how God uses all things to bring about His perfect plan.

    A King is Born—In a Dysfunctional Family Isaiah 9:6 ESV 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Introduction: Good morning! I hope you all ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A King Is Born— In A Time Of Chaos Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Dec 14, 2024
     | 473 views

    This message reflects on how Jesus was born into a world of political turmoil, social unrest, and personal struggles—but God's plan prevailed! No matter how chaotic life gets, Jesus brings peace to our hearts and hope to our world.

    A King is Born (2) Dustin Lee Boden / General A King is Born / Chaos / Isaiah 9:6 A King is Born— In a time of Chaos Isaiah 9:6 NLT 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How To Receive New Wine In 09 Pt1 (Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,611 views

    To receive new wine in 09 requires that we persevere in prayer.

    Series: How to receive New Wine in 09? Step #1: Perseverance in Prayer Thesis: To receive new wine in 09 requires that we persevere in prayer. Introduction: Our theme this year is New Wine in 09 – We talked a couple of weeks ago about the importance of being willing to change so that we can drink ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Poverty Or Prosperity - Which Is Biblically Correct? Series

    Contributed by John Maxwell on Jun 27, 2008
    based on 130 ratings
     | 59,736 views

    You go home and you turn on the TV and you see a television preacher. That TV preacher says if you become a Christian and plant some seeds financially, that prosperity is your right and God will bless you financially.

    STEWARDSHIP: THE MISSING PIECE TO SUCCESSFUL LIVING Poverty or Prosperity - Which is Biblically Correct? Mathew 6:24 Dr. John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: You go home and you turn on the TV and you see a television preacher. That TV preacher says if you become a Christian and plant some seeds ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Don't Stop On Six!

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,958 views

    Use the story of Jericho to talk about perseverance.

    Don’t Stop On Six In my second year of college, I had a good friend of mine who had joined the lightweight crew team. The crew team was the guys who rowed those long skinny boats that look kind of like a cigar with 8 legs. And my friend talked me into joining the crew team. Now, I'd ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love Does Not Envy Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 25, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,655 views

    In this message we will talk about the reasons why envy is so destructive and also about 3 things we can do to put out the flames of envy in our lives (stop comparing, start enjoying, keep trusting) so that we can begin to live out God's kind of love.

    Love Does Not Envy #LoveIs GOOD MORNING MGCC – AND - welcome to week 4 in our series ‘Love Is…’ AND LISTEN – if there ever was a series that we need to make every effort to live out when we walk out those doors, it is this one. LIKE – the truths we will discuss have the power to change ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ