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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Pots And People Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 21, 2013
     | 4,758 views

    Message about the woman of Samaria and how she left her pot of discouragement, slander and disappointment with Jesus.

    Title: Pots and People Theme: Show that when we encounter Jesus we can leave with our burdens lifted. Text: John 4:4 - 29 The Encounter John 4:4 But He needed to go through Samaria. 5 So He came to a city of Samaria which is called Sychar John 4:6-7 Now Jacob's well was there. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Boiler-Room

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 2, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,663 views

    Prayer Is the boiler room to bring our nation back to God.

    John Wesley said the following about Prayer "Prayer is where the action is." " E. M. Bounds "Prayer is not learned in a classroom but in the closet. William Law “He who has learned to pray has learned the greatest secret of a holy and happy life." Martin Luther. “Prayer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Perfect Storm

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on May 2, 2013
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     | 7,538 views

    What can we aquire through the perfect storm

    THE PERFECT STORM Text. Mrk 4: 35- Intro: What do we acquire thru the perfect storm? What characterizes a perfect storm? Can we predict’em like a weatherman.. A husband and his wife were sound asleep when suddenly the phone rang. The husband picked up the phone and said, "Hello? How in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Succesful For God Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 13, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,737 views

    We are t.o do our part for God in order to be successful in life.

    We continue our study of God’s Word through the Apostle Peter. The Lord Jesus Christ called and taught Peter to strengthen the faith of Christians especially during times of trials. Peter not only affirms the blessings to Christians but provides instructions for living with God while ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Farewell Homily

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 8, 2013
     | 6,442 views

    Always remember that the task of the Church is to attract non-believers to Jesus Christ in the Church.

    Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2013 “farewell” In the pre-Christian world, there was an inchoate understanding of human life after earthly death. The Hebrew’s picture of human existence in the nether world was one of gloom, shadow, even an inability to praise God. I think that the young man ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Would You Ask Jesus To Leave?

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 23, 2013
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     | 6,929 views

    When we cling to and refuse to forsake sin, habits, and less than admirable behavior, we are asking Jesus to leave us. Jesus wants to "cast out" those behaviors in our life if we'll let him.

    If you are familiar with “The Andy Griffith” show, you may remember the loveable character named Otis. He was well known around town as being “the town drunk.” He was harmless and seemed to be more of a town mascot. However, this was not the case in our story in Luke. ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    6 Reasons Why We Need Christmas Series

    Contributed by Kurt Lindgren on Dec 16, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,024 views

    We live in a world where Jesus is optional. Today we will learn Jesus is not an option but a very real necessity.

    INTENSIFY CHRISTMAS (PART 1) Isaiah 9 / December 16, 2012 INTRODUCTION - We live in a world where Jesus is optional. Sunday we will learn Jesus is not an option but a very real necessity. Two major problems with Christmas holiday today... 1. Confusion - Society has twisted Christmas! Its more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Traditions Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,810 views

    Rituals and traditions nurture of faith and prepare us for the coming of Jesus so that we can in turn prepare the world for Jesus' coming.

    Luke 24:28-35 “Traditions” INTRODUCTION During this season of Advent, we continue to focus on how we prepare ourselves, for the coming of Jesus, so that we can prepare the world. We have talked about caring conversations, spiritual disciplines, and service. Today we are going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Our Quiet Time With God Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 15, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,546 views

    When the Bible speaks of the heart, it speaks of our inner mental and emotional state. So instead of “pacemakers” of the heart, let’s consider “peacemakers” of the heart. I will give you five peacemakers of the heart over the course of the next several we

    Peacemakers of the Heart “Our Quiet Time with God” Introduction: 1. Sometimes, when floods come, they will carry away houses, cars, furniture, etc. Yet, the giant oak tree stands unmoved. Why is this? Because it has something that all those other things don’t have – roots! ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Lesson 5: Tested By The Sins Of Others

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 18, 2013
     | 911 views

    You'll have to learn faith in a warring world.

    Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 5: Tested by the Sins of Others March 3, 2013 A. THE CONSEQUENCES OF WAR: GEN. 14:1-16 “Four kings from the Euphrates valley invaded Palestine and won a battle against three kings there. The kings in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Decreasing Dividends Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,462 views

    There is a limit to the benefits that this world can provide us.

    Luke 16:19-31 “Decreasing Dividends” INTRODUCTION One of my favorite movies when I was growing up was a Disney movie entitled, “The Prince and the Pauper.” The movie was based on the book by Mark Twain, of the name. It is a story of two boys Edward Tudor, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Soldiers Faith

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,683 views

    Freedom is purchased by great sacrifice and maintained by those who stand ready to be sacrificed. Today we owe our freedom to men and women such as these and we pause to honor them and to remember and reflect on their sacrifices both past and present.

    A Soldiers Faith Matthew 8:5-13 Luke 7:1-10 This week we mark Remembrance Day as a Nation. It is a day that holds a unique significance for each of us. For some it marks the Remembrance of a loved one who fell in service to their country or those who had been taken prisoner never to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Grace And Glory

    Contributed by Colin Bain on Dec 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,123 views

    The mystery of the gospel is revealed in the glory and grace

    Ephesians 3 Grace and Glory Mystery I love a good mystery. I have been a fan of Agatha Christie and PD James for years. I also love magicians and illusionists. There is something about a mystery that we all like. The moment when we ask ourselves, “What is going to happen next?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    What Can God Do Through Me?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,999 views

    A look at the calling God places on each of us as well as some of the excuses we use to try to avoid that calling.

    GOD ONLY CALLS PREACHERS, RIGHT? We all have a calling from God. - Jeremiah 1:5. - NT references to call/jobs: Matthew 21:28; Mark 13:34; 1 Corinthians 15:58; 1 Corinthians 16:15-16; Philippians 4:3. - Does God call only preachers? - There can be a call for someone to be a preacher, but a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Before Messiah's Birth

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,063 views

    This message shows the truth that God had a plan for redemption right from the beginning. Using scriptures from Genesis 3 and Isaiah 7, a persuasive case is built for the Virgin Birth of Jesus Christ.

    Before Messiah’s Birth Pastor Eric J. Hanson December 11, 2011 All the way back in Genesis, God had a plan for redeeming us from sin and its baleful effects. He announced His plan even while pronouncing judgment on the sin of our first parents. In addressing the Devil, who had introduced ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational