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  • Bud Rose avatar

    Alpha And Omege

    Contributed by Bud Rose on Sep 15, 2021
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     | 7,683 views

    THE ALPHA AND THE OMEGA - the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet. It’s also another way of saying that God is the beginning and the ending of all things—including human history. He is THE Source of all life and the fulfillment of all perfection. God is eternal.

    God’s Message Today Is “Alpha and Omega” Text: Revelation 1:8; John 1:3; 1 Corinthians 2:7; Mark 9:23; 1 Peter 4:12; Hebrews 13:5; Philippians 4:19; Matthew 21:21-22; Mark 9:23 Text: Revelation 1:8, “I am the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end,” says the Lord God. “I am the one who is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 7: Obeying The Truth

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 13, 2021
     | 1,694 views

    Never underestimate the power of true love.

    1 Peter 1:22-25 Introduction As we have seen, Peter is concerned how the believers should conduct their lives in a world that was becoming increasingly hostile to Christians. Peter emphasizes the conduct of individual believers as well as the conduct of the church as a whole. He also emphasizes ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Taking A Risk

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 18, 2017
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     | 16,150 views

    getting out of the boat is where all the action is... it is also where all things of purpose in our lives happens.

    Taking a risk Matthew 14:22-14:36 Introduction- Prayer- I want to talk about one of Jesus many miracles. • The miracle of Jesus and Peter walking on the water. • THAT IS SO… COOL! Can you imagine walking on water? People love a miracle. Most people root for the underdog because it would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    That's Not Fair!

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 15, 2014
     | 8,098 views

    Some people want more from God and some don't. You will never experience more of God if you don't put yourself in a position to know more of God.

    That’s not Fair! Matthew 20:1-16 Introduction- This week at District Assembly was amazing! I linked the minister’s choir to my Facebook page because it was so good. Platform full of ministers and you could sense God’s anointing as they sang. I think of all the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Receiving God's Guidance

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,460 views

    Abraham's servant was led by God. Four principles to follow: (1) Keep to God's Word (or ways or will); (2) take steps to fulfil His will; (3) pray for His intervention; and (4) expect Him to act.

    I want to share from Genesis 24 this morning. I remember preaching from this passage a few months back. • This morning I want to look through the eyes of the servant of Abraham and learn the principles of receiving guidance from God. • The chief servant was given a very daunting task ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Is In Control

    Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jul 8, 2014
     | 8,020 views

    God is still in control of our lives, creation and everything else....

    God is in Control Sermon Outline by Pastor Paddick Van Zyl Intro: What is ‘being in control’ like? What is ‘being out of control’ like? Having control over something or in a situation means that we can manipulate the situation and steer it as we wish. Having no ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living In The Sufficiency Of God

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 15, 2014
     | 22,320 views

    God has enough or more than enough to meet any need we have. We have to believe that he wants our needs to be met, we have to be a consistent person to be in his flow, and we need to be grateful and appreciate what he does for us.

    Valley Grove Assembly of God July 13, 2014 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree Living in the Sufficiency of God II Corinthians 9:6-15 God doesn’t expect us to live on miracles all the time. He expects us to live in His sufficiency. Many times people wait until a crisis situation occurs and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Introduction To First Peter Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
     | 5,410 views

    Introduction to First Peter Expositions

    Introduction to First Peter Authorship The Apostle Peter is the author of this letter, with an estimated writing date of around AD 64 – 65. Several pieces of evidence support this belief, starting with the introduction of the letter. It says, “Peter, an Apostle of Jesus Christ” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "What Should I Do With The Life God Gave Me?: Use Me!"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 7, 2014
     | 3,847 views

    A sermon about spiritual gifts.

    "What Should I Do with the Life God Gave Me: Use Me!" Ephesians 2:1-10 1 Peter 2:9-10 After 40 years of faithful service to the company he worked for, Jerry was finally getting his reward. His colleagues were throwing him a huge retirement party. After dessert, the CEO of the company got up ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Oh Do Remember Me

    Contributed by Lori Broschat on Feb 29, 2016
     | 6,158 views

    Preparing for the coming of Christ

    OH DO REMEMBER ME A man sentenced to death obtained a reprieve by assuring the king he would teach his majesty's horse to fly within the year--on the condition that if he didn't succeed, he would be put to death at the end of the year. “Within a year,” the man explained later, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Isaiah 29 Back From The Brink Series

    Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016
     | 8,459 views

    Exposition of Isaiah 29

    Isaiah 29 Back from the Brink Beware of Tripping vs. 1-8 Beware of Blindspots vs. 9-16 Restored to Blessings vs. 17-24 Intro: In 1991 Jimmy Conors was playing his final US Open He was 39 years old and way past his prime It didn’t start out well with him almost losing his opening match to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thread - Pt. 4 - Obedience And Hunger Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 3, 2015
     | 7,998 views

    It is woven into the story of mankind. It is there from the beginning and it weaves all the way until the end. It is the thread that ties it all together.

    Thread Pt. 4 - Obedience and Hunger I. Introduction We have taken the last 3 weeks to discuss the activity of the Holy Spirit in our history and also to discuss our desperate need for this experience. Today we are not here to discuss how spiritual someone is or to judge someone's depth of love ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Close But No Cigar

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 17, 2015
     | 5,285 views

    Have you ever set out after something and you got close but you didn’t quite get it? Just coming close can be pretty debilitating and frustrating. But nothing would be worse than getting close to the kingdom of God but not getting there.

    CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR Mark 12:28-34 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever set out after something and you got close but you didn’t quite get it? Coming close can be pretty debilitating and frustrating. Perhaps no one knows that better than the 2007 Patriots. Here they were undefeated at 18-0, playing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Righteousness Based On Love, Not Law"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 9, 2017
     | 3,815 views

    A sermon about Jesus' earthly father--Joseph.

    “Righteousness Based on Love, Not Law” Matthew 1:18-25 What is the first image that pops into your mind when you hear the word “righteous”? Do you think of some fire and brimstone preacher with beady eyes who points his finger at sinners and declares them guilty in the eyes of an angry ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Triumphant Joy Defended Series

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,868 views

    Paul reminds us that our Joy must be defended against things that rob of us of Joy.

    NTRO: 1. So far Paul has taught us that it’s important for us to understand or define triumphant Joy, then he revealed to us how we can refine or develop that Joy… but tonight Paul sees it important to remind us that our joy must always be defended. 2. It may came as no surprise for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal