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  • Tom Feola avatar

    Seeking The Kingdom First

    Contributed by Tom Feola on Jul 12, 2013
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    We as Christian are to go after the things of the Kingdom of God and not this world. In this message we will see how important it is to seek the kingdom

    Seeking the Kingdom First Matthew 6:25-34 (NKJV) “ Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds of the air, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Agape Love Versus Self-Centered Love

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 9, 2018
     | 8,014 views

    The church in Corinth, like many modern churches, was in a great deal of trouble. Self-centered love and self pride was wreaking havoc. What's the answer?

    If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Tim White avatar

    Spending Time With The Best Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 1, 2012
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     | 5,322 views

    Spending time with the Father should create visible results in our personal lives and in our fellowship with one another.

    Spending Time With the Best 1 John 1:5-10 In 1991, Ryan, our son, age 6 at the time, played Challenger Baseball, a modified version of the game for disabled children. At the end of the season, each child received an official Challenger baseball for his or her participation. We asked Ryan what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Greeting To The Philippians

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 11, 2019
     | 3,954 views

    Philippians 1:1-2 shows us the background for Paul's letter to the Philippians.

    Scripture Several months ago, I gave the elders a list of suggestions for sermon topics. We each chose the ones we thought were important to address for our church, and then we ranked them. Some of the evening sermons this past year were topics that came out of that discussion. One topic ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Paul's Greeting To The Philippians

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 11, 2019
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     | 4,122 views

    Philippians 1:1-2 shows us the background for Paul's letter to the Philippians.

    Scripture Several months ago, I gave the elders a list of suggestions for sermon topics. We each chose the ones we thought were important to address for our church, and then we ranked them. Some of the evening sermons this past year were topics that came out of that discussion. One topic ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    Living In The Power Of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-21) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 13, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,601 views

    How do you manifest the characteristics of God as He is continually refines you in your life?

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View This Message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/115454 Introduction This Easter morning, we are going to look at a powerful prayer of the Apostle Paul in our study of the Book of Ephesians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Inked By Satan.

    Contributed by Pastor Sam Georgis on Jan 14, 2023
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    The strategy of Satan can be summed up in this approach… he is a master in drawing us into SIN, and once he manages to do that, then he labels that person and makes them accept inwardly the failure, the shame etc. and tattoo these images into their brain...

    2 Timothy 1:7 says, “For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind!” If you’ve got a tattoo, relax it’s not that kind of sermon! A lot of people have gotten tattoos and some have wished that they wouldn’t have! Somebody said that a tattoo is permanent ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come, Sit At Jesus' Feet

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,444 views

    Pentecost 9(C) - Come, sit at Jesus’ feet leaving behind all worldly distractions and looking forward to divine attraction.

    COME, SIT AT JESUS’ FEET August 6, 2006 - PENTECOST 9 - Luke 10:38-42 * * * * * * * * * In our Savior’s Name, Greetings, Blessings: Sit back and take a deep breath. Take this precious time to relax this morning. I wanted to come a little earlier to church this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • W Pittendreigh avatar

    God Leads

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 1, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 7,985 views

    We are often afraid to move forward in life, but God leads, therefore we should not be afraid.

    GOD LEADS W. Maynard Pittendreigh Psalm 23:1-6 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Where Do We Go From Here?

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 22, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 54,457 views

    The life of Moses gives clear examples of how to move forward under God’s guidance.

    August 24, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Exodus 33:12-23 Subject: God’s Presence Title: Where Do We Go From Here There is an old saying that says those who don’t know where they are going are sure to get there. There is a great amount of truth in that statement. As believers especially, there must ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Boyd avatar

    Where To From Here

    Contributed by Steve Boyd on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,335 views

    Often the Lord leads us, but there are points in our lives that we have to move forward by faith...

    Where To From Here Acts 12:4-10 4 And when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him(this was 4 teams of four, or 16 soldiers altogether); intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people. 5 Peter therefore was kept in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of The Tongue That Leads Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,793 views

    The tongue has the power to send people forward as much as it has the power to hold people back.

    The power of the tongue that leads James 3:2-12 Introduction Napolean… Martin Luther King Jr. / Hitler… George W. Bush / Parent or CEO… Here is a comparison of the two types of supervisors the boss and the leader: The boss drives his men; the leader coaches them. The boss depends upon authority; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    Beyond Belief

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,853 views

    After salvation we are commissioned to move forward in our Christianity. There are wonderful blessings beyond belief.

    BEYOND BELIEF John 8:31-32 INTRO. In giving the Great Commission, Jesus said, "Go ye into all the world...." The requirement for the church to fulfill the work given to us in the Great Commission is that we "make disciples". I have heard many preachers from many backgrounds preach wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    For Me To Live Is Christ, To Die Is Gain Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 12,667 views

    A quick window on heaven and why we should look forward to it and lead others to it, now.

    "For me to live is Christ, to die is gain" Phil 1:21 WBC 15/01/06 am Covenant Service CONTEXT Certain things really make you stop and take stock… reflect… get things in perspective - one of those is the death of someone close to you - this week, Peggy. Found myself on my bike o it’s like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brent Manor avatar

    Investing For The Future

    Contributed by Brent Manor on Jul 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,360 views

    If we invest our talents now, we have so much to look forward to.

    Matthew 25:14-30 I. Context This story is told in the middle of pages of Jesus talking about His second coming. From Ch. 24 v.1, to the end of Ch. 25, it’s all about the “End of the Age”, and His return to rule this planet, and look at our “accounts”. II. What’s a Talent? NIV notes it’s worth more ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard