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  • Paul Redwine avatar

    Rags To Riches

    Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,557 views

    While the worldly pursue money, wealth and popularity, the servant of God views his time on earth differently; it effects how he handles the trials of life, taking pride in his position of being a servant of Christ.

    Rags to Riches, James 1:9-12 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, June 29, 2003 Introduction [ILLUS -- JOKE] A millionaire decides to throw a massive party for his fiftieth birthday. During the party he grabs the mic and he announces to his guests that down in the garden of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Rules! Just Right! (Life Without The Rulebook) Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,281 views

    Third in a series on the Bible. This message looks at life without the guidelines found in the Bible. We might think we want a life of complete freedom, but without boundaries we creep into danger.

    No rules. Just right. (Life without the rulebook) Purpose: To illustrate life with no rules (living outside the truth presented in God’s Word) 1. Ever play Monopoly? (hold up Monopoly board) What if you had never played Monopoly before, you had never even seen it, and somebody gave you a board, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God Who Can Make The Impossible Possible

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 22, 2025
     | 746 views

    This passage describes an impossible event in which God makes things possible.

    Title: The God of the Impossible Theme: God can do the impossible if we believe it is possible. Text: 2 Kings 6:1 - 7 . . . MADE THE IRON FLOAT. — 2 K I N G S 6 : 6 2 Kings 6:1-7 And the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, "See now, the place where we dwell with you is too small for us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Time Masters Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 18, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,243 views

    1 of 4 messages about Time. This message is how we can become a Master of Time by following the example of Jesus. Graphics available by email.

    It’s About Time Time Masters December 31, 2006 Time Masters “Our lifetime is seventy years or, if we are strong, eighty years. But the years are full of hard work and pain. They pass quickly, and then we are gone… Teach us how short our lives really are so that we may be wise.” Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Long Do I Have To Pray In Order To Get What I Want?

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 21, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 5,205 views

    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Luke 11:1-13 Title: “How long do I have to pray in order to get what I want?”

    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Luke 11:1-13 Title: “How long do I have to pray in order to get what I want?” At the request of his disciples Jesus teaches them “the Lord’s Prayer” and further comments on God’s readiness to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    For All The Days That End In Why

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 23,260 views

    Life is not meant to be understood, any more than God can be fully understood. But for all the days that end in “WHY?”, GOD IS GOOD!

    For All the Days that End in Why? Psalm 22:1 Let’s begin today with A short quiz: It consists of 4 questions and will tell you whether you are qualified to be a professional manager. The questions are NOT difficult. 1. How do you put a giraffe into a refrigerator? The correct answer is: OPEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    I Pledge Allegiance Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 13, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 23,075 views

    Be absolutely dedicated to following God.

    I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE I Kings 18.1-46 S: Change C: Commitment Th: Choose the Fire Pr: BE ABSOLUTELY DEDICATED TO FOLLOWING GOD. Type: Inductive Challenge I. Trust God [showdown] II. Worship God alone [no syncretism] III. Sincerity is overrated [false prophets] IV. Acknowledge your high calling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeking 101 Series

    Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,976 views

    Don’t seek miracles. Seek God and miracles will happen.

    A Course in Miracles: Seeking 101 05.05.05 Pastor Mark Batterson This evotional begins a new series of evotionals titled A Course in Miracles. To check out old evotionals, visit the evotional archive @ www.evotional.com. During this series, Pastor Mark will be blogging his way through the book ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    David’s Mighty Men

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 19, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 25,414 views

    David’s Mighty Men are not in the Bible just to incite idle curiosity, but to teach us something the qualities that will make us mighty men and women of God. Let's look at 5 mighty men & the qualities that made them great.

    DAVID’S MIGHTY MEN 2 Sam. 23:8-12, 18-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Many times, life requires us to have courage. 2. We're going to be looking at courage this morning. 3. “NO NOVOCAIN” a. A woman and her husband interrupted their vacation to go to a dentist. "I want a tooth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Giving Your All

    Contributed by Jason Seger on Feb 21, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,671 views

    Giving God everything you have is the only acceptable response in light of all He has done for us.

    Giving your all Scripture Text: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: On Friday a 21 yr. old Olympic Athlete died while practicing for his competition. Years of sacrifice and training: gone in an instant. Olympians are extremely focused individuals. They spend a lifetime preparing physically, mentally, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,801 views

    Call for people to become true disciples

    Introduction Has anyone heard of a man by the name of Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Bonhoeffer was born into a large family in Breslau, Poland in 1906. He became a German pastor, theologian, spy, anti-Nazi dissident, and key founding member of the Confessing Church, who was one of few Christian churches in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Is Abortion Wrong?

    Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Aug 24, 2022
     | 1,970 views

    The abortion debate is a Hot Topic in our society right now. What does the Bible have to say about abortion? What is God's view of life? What responsibility do we have as Christians and the church?

    Hot Topic – Week 4 – Is Abortion Wrong? Genesis 1:26-31 August 21, 2022 There are a lot of Hot Topics in our news and media right now and one of them is abortion. While things have cooled down just a little bit since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, I can guarantee you that things ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Perry Fowler avatar

    Influencers Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,913 views

    The word "influencer" is a big word in our culture. Moses was a big influencer in Judaism; but where did Jesus fit in? Who influenced the most? Moses or Jesus. Who influences your life the most? Jesus or someone with a platform? What difference does Jesus make? How does He influence us?

    Today, almost anyone can be a celebrity. With the expansion of social media there are people who with an iPhone and camera can become what is called “an influencer.” The title “influencer” is a huge word in our culture. Influencers are everywhere. The title “influencer” means: “to power to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Myth Of Heaven Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ted Mulder on Mar 24, 2007
     | 3,506 views

    Heaven isn’t a myth, but what most people even Christians believe about heaven is. Part 1 we find out why it is important to debunk the myth

    Urban Legends, Tall Tales, Myths, Hoaxs, Have you ever received these emails? 1)Email Beta Test - Microsoft will pay for every email you send. 2)Nigerian needs you to allow 30 million dollars to be put into your account from his father’s to be placed into your account from a confidential ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Neighborhater - Pt. 4 - Room In The Pool Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 3,752 views

    Neighbors. There are good ones and then those we wished would move. Have we become Neighborhaters? Can’t we get along?

    Mr. Rogers Sound Track plays in dark - Lights Come on Pastor Enters from Stage Door and lip syncs to track Room in the Pool I. Introduction Nostalgia. Fond childhood memories. Wholesome. Meek. Soft spoken. A super hero in disguise. His uniform was colorful sweaters and sneakers. He used his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal