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  • Doug Koehler avatar

    "Stay Here”: A Journey Of Commitment And Observation

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Feb 20, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
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    For the congregation that has not seen much forward progress or for those simply seeking direction, the final chapter of Elisha and Elijah’s time together truly guides us. We can STAY HERE and the world guide us or JOURNEY ON WITH JESUS and discover oppor

    2 Kings 2:10 Transfiguration Sunday “STAY HERE”: A Journey of commitment and faithful living There is one thing that will bring tears to my eyes as much as anything else and that is when one person does his best to protect another against being hurt spiritually or inwardly in some way. Basically ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fear Not! (Revised April 2024)

    Contributed by Brian B on Aug 9, 2016
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    A straight forward message shared from the three points laid out so clearly in verse 1. Fear not because God has called you by name! Fear not because God has redeemed you! Fear not because You belong to God!

    Fear Not! (Revised April 2024) Isaiah 43:1New King James Version (NKJV) The Redeemer of Israel 43 But now, thus says the LORD, who created you, O Jacob, And He who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; You are Mine. Introduce… This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The End Is Near, And So Is A New Beginning

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 14, 2015
     | 7,150 views

    Our hope is in Christ’s return, which will be the main event of the end times. We must be careful not to be deceived by world events. Instead, we must look forward to the greatest event in history-Christ’s return for his church!

    We’re getting closer to the end of our church year. In fact, next Sunday is Reign of Christ Sunday, which is the church’s equivalent to New Year’s Eve. As we draw closer to the end of the church year, our Gospel readings begin to emphasize the signs of Christ’s Second ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    It Takes Faith (Part Three) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 4, 2017
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     | 9,812 views

    As we move forward in our series on Hebrews 11, we come to the account of Enoch. Enoch was quite a fellow who experienced something pretty extraordinary. In part three of what it takes faith to do, we will see that it takes faith to please God.

    IT TAKES FAITH (Part three) Hebrews 11:5-6 As we move forward in our series on Hebrews 11, we come to the account of Enoch. We'll see that Enoch was quite a fellow who experienced something pretty extraordinary. In part three of our series on what it takes faith to do we will see that it takes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith And Love James' Style

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 7, 2015
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    James has a lot to tell us about faith. His simple, straight forward message challenges us and instructs us in character building God's way. This is a summary of some of the things James tells us as we prepare to enter chapter three.

    The theme of James is captured in the first chapter, verses James 1:2-4 (read). He then discusses trials and faith throughout the rest of the letter. Some of these trials come from without, but some are as near as the members of our own bodies, i.e. our tongues. Someone pointed out that James ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Expectant Living - The King Is Coming"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Feb 24, 2013
     | 7,804 views

    Key Point: When Christians look back to the Cross and remember what Jesus did on the Cross to accomplish eternal salvation for those who believe and then look forward to His return (The Second Coming) it gives us the ability by the power of the Holy Spir

    Cornerstone Church February 24, 2013 “Expectant Living – The King is Coming” Titus 2:11-14 “There is a story about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Let’s Break Camp And Move On! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 1, 2024
     | 4,850 views

    Israel had become a mature nation who were able to go in, dispossess the enemy, possess their possessions, and receive a full reward in God’s land that flows with milk and honey. On the border of the Promised Land, they are commanded to break camp and go forward.

    Subject: "Let’s Break Camp and Move On!" Text: Deuteronomy 1:3-8 (NLT) “But forty years after the Israelites left Egypt, on the first day of the eleventh month, Moses addressed the people of Israel, telling them everything the LORD had commanded him to say. This took place after he had ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Blessings In Disguise? Obstacle Vs Opportunity?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2025
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    Many ask God: WHY? WHY? Often we cannot understand what is happening. Our emotions and feelings can play mind games. Many blessings come as obstacles and hindrances We must forget the things behind us and reach forward. .

    BLESSINGS IN DISGUISE? OBSTACLE VS OPPORTUNITY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Philippians 3:14 (MSG) I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. 15 So let's keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has for us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Look At Joseph, Husband Of Mary Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 18, 2024
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    Joseph, the husband-to-be of Mary of Nazareth, was looking forward to his wedding day! But he received some news that almost made him change his mind. After a word from the Lord, he followed the Lord's instructions.

    (Based on a sermon preached December 15, 2024 at New Hope Baptist Church, Fulton, MO. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Two Sundays ago we looked at Zacharias and Elisabeth as two important people in the first Christmas story. Last week we studied the message of the angel Gabriel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Progress, Not Perfection SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    Christianity is a journey of continuous growth and progress, not a static state. Just like Lot's wife, who became a pillar of salt when she stopped moving, we too must keep moving forward in our spiritual journey. Christianity is a movement, not a monument.

    The Christian life is a journey of progress and growth. It is not stagnant but alive and dynamic. Just as Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt when she stopped moving, we must keep pressing forward. Christianity is a movement, not a monument. Medical science emphasizes the significance of ...read more

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    The Three Places

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 1, 2025
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     | 156 views

    In this journey of faith there are three places that we can find ourselves in – a place of bondage, a place of wandering or a place of promise. Each of us can introspect to see where we are and move forward in faith to reach the place of promise, to fulfill God’s purposes

    Today’s meditation is based on Joshua 21:43, “So the LORD gave all of the land to Israel that he had promised to give their ancestors, and they took possession and settled there in it.” (ERV) The Lord gave the people of Israel the land that he had promised to their ancestors, and they duly took ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Citizen Of An Unseen Country

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 8, 2017
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    How we live reveals our understanding of who we are. As citizens of Heaven, Christians exhibit defined characteristics.

    “Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us. For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and they glory in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does It Mean To Have God With Us? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 4, 2010
    based on 55 ratings
     | 88,039 views

    God has come not just to put His hand on us, not just to say ’Well done’ and give us a pat on the back and push us forward - but He has come to stay, He has come to dwell, He has come to reside with us!

    Immanuel - God with us Isaiah 7:10-14 10 Again the LORD spoke to Ahaz, 11 “Ask the LORD your God for a sign, whether in the deepest depths or in the highest heights.” 12 But Ahaz said, “I will not ask; I will not put the LORD to the test.” 13 Then Isaiah said, “Hear now, you house of David! Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Warning: Sin Is Dangerous

    Contributed by Greg Newton on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,682 views

    There are many warning signs that give us something to take heed too before proceeding forward or opening a package. How many of us have watched some of the infomercials that give us great promises of a product but do not give you the warning of what cou

    “WARNING: Sin is Dangerous” Intro: There are many warning signs that give us something to take heed too before proceeding forward or opening a package. How many of us have watched some of the infomercials that give us great promises of a product but do not give you the warning of what could or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What To Do Until The Lord Comes Back - Part 2

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 1, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,364 views

    What should we do until the Lord comes back? 1. Help people avoid the horror (vs. 9-12). 2. Commit to live in holiness (vs. 10-11). 3. Look forward with God's sure hope (vs. 12-14).

    What to Do Until the Lord Comes Back - Part 2 2 Peter 3:9-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 28, 2013 *If we believe what the Bible says about Jesus Christ, then we know that the Lord is coming back some day. And it could be someday soon. What should we do until the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist