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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Eulogy Eleanor Carter

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 13, 2015
     | 9,485 views

    This is the eulogy of a woman who had a servant's heart, the gift of hospitality, and loved the Lord.

    Eulogy For Eleanor Carter Reese Psalms 139:13-139:16 There are some people in the Bible who we know instantly at the sound of their name. Names like Moses, Esther, Peter, Mary and Paul. Yet there are people whose names we don’t know yet their actions changed history, the little girl who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Let My People Go Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 17, 2015
    based on 20 ratings
     | 98,208 views

    I'd always thought Moses just told Pharaoh "Let my people go." But Moses never said it quite that way. What did Moses actually say... and why should it matter to us?

    OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SJrHDSlE7A from 0:50 to 1:31 (it’s the part of the move “The Ten Commandments” where Charlton Heston/Moses confronts Pharaoh/Yul Brynner and declares “Let My People Go.”) There’s an old Negro spiritual Louis Armstrong made ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson 35 Series

    Contributed by James May on May 20, 2015
     | 5,962 views

    Continuation of the Study of the Book of Romans

    Book of Romans Study Lesson # 35 – Romans 13:1-7 By Rev. James May At the end of chapter 12 Paul’s teaching to the church on how we should behave toward one another, and toward our enemies in the church comes to a close. In chapter 13 Paul now begins a new subject matter, even though ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Cast Worldly Worries To The Lord

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 24, 2015
     | 4,524 views

    To show that GOD takes care of us as we take care not to be loaded with the affairs of this world and only the affairs of the LORD.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you focus on the LORD? Do you have any concerns? Yes, I'm focus on the LORD. No concern at all, it's given to the LORD. Hebrews 12:2 Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus, Who is the Leader and the Source of our faith [giving the first incentive for our belief] and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Memorials To The Master

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 24, 2015
     | 7,259 views

    Begins with a brief recognition of the meaning of Memorial Day, and then segues into the three memorials in the New Testament: communion, baptism and a Christ-like life.

    Memorials to the Master Memorial Day Sermon Chuck Sligh May 24, 2015 Adapted from a sermon outline in Preach for a Year, #5, by Roger Campbell. TEXT: Turn to 1 Corinthians 11 INTRODUCTION Memorial Day was established in 1868 to honor the fallen soldiers of the Civil War. It has grown to become ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Feast Of Freedom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 24, 2015
    based on 21 ratings
     | 35,682 views

    150 years Memorial Day was initiated after the Civil War. But Americans have difficulty remembering when this special day began and why its important to our nation. But 3400 years ago, God initiated His own "Memorial Day". Do you know when & why it began?

    I’ve read that Memorial Day was originally begun by former slaves on May, 1, 1865. The ceremony was held in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. The former slaves dug up the bodies and worked for 2 weeks to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Afterlife: Hades Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on May 25, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,468 views

    What lies beyond death's door? The Bible describes three realms: Hades, Hell, and Heaven. The first of this three-part sermon series explores that first realm of the Afterlife - Hades.

    Afterlife: Hades Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/17/15 On January 18, 1989, around 11:45 a.m., thirty-nine-year-old Larry Donald Piper’s Ford Escort collided head-on with a semi-truck. EMTs arrived shortly thereafter and pronounced him dead at the scene. Unconscious ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Be Encouraged Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 13, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 25,728 views

    After talking ab out being honest about our sin, John seeks to encourage Christians at the various stages of their Christian walk

    Be Encouraged Slide Intro Have you ever had a multigenerational family portrait taken? Sometimes people have them taken at weddings. Slide I find it interesting to look at those types of family portraits. You get to see all the generations of a family and imagine somewhat what they currently ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Every Promise He Has Made Has Or Will Come To Pass At His Set Time. Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 13, 2015
     | 5,389 views

    Faith is the solid, unshakable confidence in God which is built upon the assurance that He will be faithful to His promises.

    #12~ JACOB: HEB.11: 21 SS 8-24-14 @@ Gen. 47: 27-31--- @@ GEN. 48: @Today we'll continue with our study of Hebrews 11: - "the hall of faith chapter, or the catalog of the faithful chapter". Let me remind us just what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel According To Star Trek Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2015
     | 5,911 views

    : Accepting the Great Commission requires following the directives of Captain Jesus.

    The Gospel According To Star Trek Text: Acts 8:26-40 Introduction 1. Illustration: If you've ever been a fan of the sci-fi show Star Trek then you are familiar with the quote that opened every episode. "Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its continuing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Father Figure Of Freedom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 21, 2015
    based on 11 ratings
     | 30,170 views

    Moses was the father figure to Israel of their Heavenly Father, just as earthly father are also father figures who point to God. But how do earthly fathers reflect a Heavenly God? And just who is this prophet Moses' spoke of?

    James Dobson once told of the time his 2 year old son Ryan said grace. He said: “He had watched his mother and me pray before we ate each meal, but he had never been asked to say grace. One day, when I was out of town on a business trip, Shirley spontaneously turned to our toddler and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Light The Fire Again

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,041 views

    As the disciples waited for the "fire of heaven" to fall on them, they waited with expectation and preparation. It was not sitting still. I was getting ready. We as believers need to be engaged in the same preparation for God to work in us.

    Light The Fire Again Preparing for Spiritual Breakthrough Acts 1:13ff This is a church on fire This is a Holy Spirit place It is our burning desire to lift up Jesus name Let fire burn in every heart To light the way defeat the dark Let the flame of love burn higher This is a church - This is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Develop A Healthy Attitude Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 30, 2015
     | 5,266 views

    Our attitudes flow from our minds - so our mindset is critically important.

    “”Living a Joy-full Life: Develop A Healthy Attitude” Phil. 2:5-11 Dr. Norman Vincent Peale once walked by a tattoo parlor in Hong Kong. In the shop window there was a display of decorations that could be imprinted on one’s skin – flags, patriotic slogans, anchors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Love One Another

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 1, 2015
     | 11,347 views

    If we want to be true followers of Jesus Christ, we too must see life as an opportunity to love, and we must see people as those to whom we have the opportunity of demonstrating genuine Christian love.

    3-22--05 Title: The Command to Love Text: “This I command you, to love one another.” (John 15:17 RSV) Bible Reading: John 15:12-17 Introduction Among the great abilities that characterized the life of Jesus was His everlasting determination to practice genuine love toward ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction: Setting Our Sights On The Super 8 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 2, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,425 views

    Introduction: A Saint & Sinner alike are familiar with these phrases, “Blessed are the . . . poor in spirit, those who mourn, gentle, those who hunger & thirst for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, persecuted.”

    The Beatitudes: Summer Sermon Series Introduction: Setting Our Sights on the Super 8 (1 of 9) June 7, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Saint & Sinner alike are familiar with these phrases, “Blessed are the . . . poor in spirit, those who mourn, gentle, those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist