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  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Psalm 119 - Beth - V.9-16 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2011
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    What do I have to do to live a pure life before God? The psalmist asks this question of himself, and of those he is instructing... In these verses the psalmist sets forth a series of actions on the part of the follower, and what those actions will do to h

    How can I live a pure life before God? This is the question posed by the Psalmist here in the Beth section of Psalm 119 (v.9-16) We find ourselves asking that same question… “How can I be holy? How can I be pure before God?” and many of us fall into the lie and deception of Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountable

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 25, 2010
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    We are accountable to Almighty God for our actions.

    Text: “But God said to him, ‘Fool! This night your soul will be required of you; then whose will those things be which you have provided?’” (Luke 12:20) Accountability is a word that many people do not understand. Some people do things and never give consideration to the fact that at some point, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    If One Should Wander From The Truth Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 174 ratings
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    James tells us what to do with people who wander away from the truth of Christ. 1- Bring them back 2- Remember the good 3- Cover the sins

    INTRO.- ILL.- One time a friend from Missiouri visited our church on a Sunday morning. He was a good church member where I formerly preached. He was a hunter and I fished for bass. He use to say to me, “If you’d go turkey hunting with me you’d stop that bass fishing.” What was he saying? Was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Woman With Weak Eyes Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 2, 2023
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    Because of her "ugliness" (weak eyes) Leah was unnoticed, unwanted & unloved… and unmarried. She was literally a rejected woman. How did God help her overcome her rejection?

    A lady was walking down the street on her way to work & saw a parrot in a pet store. She went in to admire the bird, and suddenly the parrot spoke to her, “Hey lady. You’re ugly.” Well, the woman was deeply offended, and she stormed out of the store. But on her way home, she thought she’d ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Is The Man For The Day?

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 26, 2022
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    Christians must have faith to change the course of history, and they must act on that faith.

    WHERE IS THE MAN FOR THE DAY? Text: Matthew 17:14-20, Mark 9:14-29 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Before we begin this morning, I want to read to you a quote from Charles Spurgeon. I’ve read it before, but it’s so good it bears repeating. It’s from a sermon he gave in 1888, and he begins by ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Seven Things In Hell That Ought To Be In The Church

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 7, 2002
    based on 226 ratings
     | 19,300 views

    One of the forgotten doctrines of the church today. What you believe about this doctrine affects your vision and how you live.

    Seven Things In Hell That Ought To Be In The Church Luke 16:19-31 Introduction Hell is the forgotten doctrine. Go to you neighborhood Christian book store and ask for the commentary and theology section. After walking by all the "Jesus Junk" (pictures, jewelry, trinkets, ect), the Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Rogers avatar

    Why Worry? Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001
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     | 20,952 views

    Because of my Father’s care, I can stop worrying about everything.

    July 29, 2001 If You Only Knew the Father – Part 1 INTRODUCTION Transition from drama… It sure is tougher than it sounds. Worry is something we’ve all experienced it to some degree or another. In a weak moment worry whispers a little something in our ear, like, “Hey, what if - ?” If that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Investing In God's Work Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,080 views

    God's work is not accomplished on pocket change.

    Investing in God's Work Nehemiah 7:1-72 GOD'S PEOPLE: I. WERE ORGANIZED FOR SERVICE (1-64) II. SOUGHT THE WILL OF GOD (65) A. They depended on the Urim and Thummim. B. We can hear directly from God through: 1. His Word 2. Prayer 3. Circumstances 4. The church C. "He who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Pfeil avatar

    Serving A Broken World

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005
    based on 114 ratings
     | 19,120 views

    It’s a message on serving people, finding God’s purpose for your life, making a difference.

    SERVING A BROKEN WORLD TEXT: Isaiah 58: 5-10 Sunday, November 3, 2002 Let me begin with a story, and as I read it, ask yourself, “Who are you? Who are you in this story?” There were a bunch of men gathered at the YMCA talking about athletes, salaries, families, local gossip and so on. At ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Darren Ethier avatar

    Does God Have Control Of Your Heart?

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 12,041 views

    A question worth answering isn’t it?

    DOES GOD HAVE CONTROL OF YOUR HEART? Matthew 22:34-40; Luke 10:30-37 TEXT FOR MORNING READING: Luke 10:30-37 INTRODUCTION This morning you heard read to you probably one of the more familiar stories of the Bible, the story of the good samaritan. This story Jesus told came in response to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Troy Borst avatar

    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 21, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 19,373 views

    God loves the lost. God loves the found. Who do you know that is lost and needs some spiritual direction? How much effort are you placing in your life in spreading the Gospel?

    LOST AND FOUND LUKE 15:1-10 #lostandfound SEGMENTED NARRATIVE 1 I want you to imagine a very busy shopping center. Perhaps it is your favorite mall. Maybe it is even Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving and there are sales after sales and the shopping center is wall to wall people. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Treasure Principle Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 31, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,707 views

    Matthew 6:19-21 teaches us that you can't take treasures with you to heaven, but you can send them ahead of you.

    Scripture Today I am beginning a new series of messages that I am calling, “Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.” Much of the material in this series of messages is based on a book by Randy Alcorn that is titled, The Treasure Principle. I would like to read the introduction to you: All your life, you’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Our Need For Repentance

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 17, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 17,631 views

    Repentance is a term that isn’t used outside the church. However, many within the church do not understand it’s meaning either.

    14Now after John was put in prison, Jesus came to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God, 15and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” (New King James Version) Lillian Pearsall of Moravia, N.Y. tells this story of when ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Poverty, Riches And God

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,214 views

    God’s heart for the poor is clearly presented in Luke’s gospel. Jesus continues to hammer home the point of good news to the poor and warnings to the wealthy. What should we take from this?

    (If you rate this sermon, please offer helpful comments. God bless, Greg) If you think of yourself as extremely rich, raise your hand. If you think of yourself as terribly poor and needy raise your hand. What does it look like to be extremely rich today? What about terribly poor and needy? In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    What Is The Goal Of A Disciple? Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,768 views

    The GOAL: make disciples who will make disciples What it will take: The Dedication of a Soldier; the Discipline of an Athlete; the Diligence of a Farmer

    Discipleship Series # 6 (#5 unavailable) What is the Goal of a Disciple? II Timothy 2:1-6 SCRIPTURE READING: II Timothy 2:1-6 INTRODUCTION: David Glass was the CEO of the Wal-Mart from 1988 – 2000. Back in 1962, he heard that a guy named Sam Walton was about to hold the grand opening for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ