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  • Lew Slade avatar

    What In The World Is Happening

    Contributed by Lew Slade on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,171 views

    What is there left to trust in a world that appears to be in complete meltdown?

    What in the world is happening? Over the past few weeks, despite some ups and downs, investors around the world have lost over 70 trillion Rand! That’s 70 with 12 noughts added or, to put it another way, it’s over 20 times greater than the value of all goods and services produced in South Africa ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • David Owens avatar

    What Are You Seeking?

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 23, 2019
     | 8,002 views

    In this sermon, we examine the truths involved in the wise men coming to see Jesus after His birth. There are many lessons we can learn from their visit.

    Introduction: A. I like the old joke that asks the question: What would have happened if it had been three wise women rather than three wise men who followed the star to Bethlehem? 1. Answer: They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, and helped deliver the baby. B. Here are a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jerry Smith avatar

    What Are You Pursuing?

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jul 5, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,243 views

    Some people pursue a career, some people pursue an education, some people pursue a position or status, some pursue fame, some riches, house and lot, car, some a boyfriend or girlfriend. What are YOU pursuing?

    Background Some people pursue a career, some pursue an education, others pursue a position, power, or status; some pursue fame or riches, others a house or car; still others a business, some a boyfriend or girlfriend, and others a cellphone. Philippians 3:8 Yea doubtless, and I count all things ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    It’s The Last Hour Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010
    based on 27 ratings
     | 16,460 views

    It’s the last hour - recognize, remember, remain. 1- It’s the last hour - recognize the enemy 2- It’s the last hour - remember you’re united 3- It’s the last hour - remain in Christ

    INTRO.- It’s the last hour. I don’t like the sound of these words: THE LAST HOUR! ILL.- Three buddies die in a car crash, they go to heaven to an orientation. They are all asked, “When you are in your casket and friends and family are mourning upon you, what would you like to hear them say about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Get's To You?

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 6, 2006
     | 4,137 views

    This is a message of steadfast commitment to God’s calling.

    What Gets To You Acts 20:13-24 13 We went on ahead to the ship and sailed for Assos, where we were going to take Paul aboard. He had made this arrangement because he was going there on foot. 14 When he met us at Assos, we took him aboard and went on to Mitylene. 15 The next day we set sail ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    My Testimony Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 2, 2011
    based on 38 ratings
     | 21,813 views

    Let's think about Paul's personal testimony and how it relates to our lives. (two positives and a negative) 1- He did not preach a made-up gospel 2- He did persecute believers in the past 3- He did receive a call from God

    INTRO.- Do you have a testimony? Yes, whether you realize it or not. Every human has a testimony or is a living testimony. ILL.- For example, let me name some people and you say the word or words that immediately come to your mind that reminds you of these people: Babe Ruth, Lance Armstrong, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Let's Give It Up For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,364 views

    Are you really ready to say, "Everything the Lord says I will do?"

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Let’s Give It Up for Jesus!” Ex. 24:1-8; Lk. 9:57-62 & 14:25-33 Life is filled with contracts. There are contracts between management and employees, between nations, between provider and buyer, and even between husband and wife. All of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "choosing To Forgive"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2021
     | 2,905 views

    A sermon about the hard work of forgiveness.

    “Choosing to Forgive” Matthew 18:21-35 Ever have one of those days, months or years when nothing seems to go right? I mean, it’s like, no matter what you do somebody is mad at you. And you really are trying as hard as you can, but it only seems to make things worse. What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    What Doest Thou Here

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,331 views

    Just when we think that God Is finished we find out that He is not

    WHAT DOEST THOU HERE TEXT: I Kings 19:1-18 Reading through I Kings, I find that Elijah was a great man of God. He had just went up against wicked King Ahab. And Ahab’s wife did not make the job any easier. Wicked Jezebel ruled at his side as she pleased. She was from another county, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Partners In Ministry

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,967 views

    God created each of us for a purpose. God endowed us with certain gifts, unique to us alone. We can use these gifts for the building up of the Body of Christ or use them for selfish ends.

    Partners in Ministry Philippians 2:1-4 – People matter to God and should matter to you. I Peter 4:10 - “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” I Corinthians 3:9 “We work together as partners who belong to ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Overcoming Failure Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 40,135 views

    Some of the greatest figures throughout Scripture have experienced failure. Failure is something we all experience. But how do you overcome failure?

    Overcoming Failure Romans 3:23 and James 3:2 Sooner or later, everyone will experience failure. There are some here today who have had more successes than failures yet failure is a universal experience. Some of the greatest people in history have had their life checkered with failure. Vincent van ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Whatever It Takes To Know God Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,522 views

    Second in a series of messages encouraging believers to do "whatever it takes" to grow in their walk with Jesus. This message focuses on discipleship.

    Review: A “Whatever it Takes” Commitment: 1. Does not hold to convention 2. Is not hemmed in by circumstances 3. Does not heed convenience 4. Is not hampered by criticism 5. Does bring honor to Christ Read Colossians 2:1-7 Purpose (v. 2): My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    Falling Asleep At The Wheel

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 6, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,718 views

    To encourage the listener to stay alert and focused serving Jesus at all times.

    Over this Christmas break I did a good amount of traveling. I went to a small town called Arriba, CO. I went there to pick-up and drop off two of our sons for Christmas. From Leon to Arriba is 436.43 Miles and it takes about 6 hours and 37 minutes one way. So just driving time alone, not including ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Marital Lies Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jul 18, 2011
     | 5,312 views

    This is the third message in the truth series dealing with Marital lies that often ruin marriages

    Truth Series #3 MARITAL LIES Eph. 4:31-32 CHCC – July 10, 2011 INTRODUCTION: Marital wisdom from 8 – 10 year old kids: HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO MARRY? • On the first date, they just tell each other lies and that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Rowney avatar

    What Is Heaven Like

    Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 7, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,606 views

    Desciptions in the Bible paint a picture of heaven, using images of the worlds we know. So what is Heaven like?

    www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au WHAT IS HEAVEN LIKE? September 2005 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts In the movie ‘Return of the King’, the last in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.some of the main characters are in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist