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  • Michael L. Brown avatar

    Will You Minister To Jesus

    Contributed by Michael L. Brown on May 1, 2022
     | 1,449 views

    Matthew makes it clear that when we minister to the poor, we minister to Jesus. And when we don't minister to the poor Jesus takes it personally

    Matthew 25:31-44 (NKJV) The Son of Man Will Judge the Nations 31 “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Determination Series

    Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001
    based on 111 ratings
     | 39,515 views

    4/5 determinatin mkaes the differance, do you have the "stick-to-itiveness" that it will take to complete what God has called you to?

    Determination makes the differance! Determination makes the differance! I would like to start our time together this morning by asking you a question. My intent is not to embarrass anyone, so please don’t raise your hands, but rather answer this question in your own heart. The question is, “Am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Triumphant

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 10, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 35,349 views

    The church is waking up to her destiny, and we are assuming the position of Authority Christ has given us and we are taking our place in the earth as (The Church Triumphant)

    As I was praying the other day I heard the Lord say tell my church it's time for her to come to herself. I questioned the Lord what do you mean by that, he took me to the Scriptures concerning the prodigal son. He reminded me how the prodigal son had left his father's house had spent all that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Hullah avatar

    You Live What You Think

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jul 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,071 views

    We are in warfare – a battle – we are in it whether we are aware of it or not. If you are not aware of it, you will be like a blindfolded man in a boxing ring. Taking the blows but no defense. This conflict is worldwide.

    YOU LIVE WHAT YOU THINK Proverbs 23:7 We are in warfare – a battle – we are in it whether we are aware of it or not. If you are not aware of it, you will be like a blindfolded man in a boxing ring. Taking the blows but no defense. This conflict is worldwide. 2 Cor 10:3-5 For though we walk in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keep On Keeping On

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jan 19, 2025
     | 644 views

    The bible is full of stories where people get down but don't stay there. Let's take encouragement from three of them.

    “Keep On Keeping On” by Joe Mack Cherry I. Intro A. You can’t always get what you want 1. There are times in our lives that things don’t go as we want. 2. Sometimes it truly is someone else’s fault. a. Some set out to assassinate the character of others. b. Cancel culture c. Others are jealous ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pursuing Righteousness: The Path To True Prosperity Proverbs 21:21 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,789 views

    Let us delve into the wisdom of Proverbs 21:21, exploring the profound truth it holds about the pursuit of righteousness and its correlation to true prosperity. In a world often driven by material gain and worldly success, this verse offers us a timeless reminder of where our priorities should lie.

    Pursuing Righteousness: The Path to True Prosperity Introduction: As we gather today, let us delve into the wisdom of Proverbs 21:21, exploring the profound truth it holds about the pursuit of righteousness and its correlation to true prosperity. In a world often driven by material gain and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Change And Become Like Christ Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,605 views

    It is only when we yield the will to God that His power can take over and give us the willpower (and the won’t power!) that we need to be victorious Christians.

    Change And Become Like Christ Change Part Three Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Text: 2 Corinthians 3:18; Romans 12:1-2 Introduction Today we continue a short series centered on change. You may have noticed quite a bit of talk about change in the media these days. Change is taking place all around ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Not Your Parent's Fault Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 10, 2025
     | 211 views

    If you want to get out of the mess you’re in, take responsibility for your own actions, and with God’s help turn from your sin.

    A CEO has taken on a new job, and the outgoing CEO says to him, “Sometimes you'll make wrong choices. You will. You'll mess up. When that happens, I have prepared three envelopes for you. I left them in the top drawer of the desk. The first time it happens, open #1. The second time you mess ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Will The Real Christian Please Stand Up?

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 233 ratings
     | 31,708 views

    This message encourages Christians to take a stand as a witness so this world can see there are real Christians that are unafraid to let their faith become visible.

    Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18 Title: “Will the Real Christian Please Stand Up?” Introduction: There was a game show on the television many years ago called, “To Tell the Truth.” Three people would be questioned on the show by a panel of four people to determine who was really what they said they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Experiencing Our Shine"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 19, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 14,231 views

    What takes place when we spend time in the presence of God that will help us to more effectively communicate to those still in darkness.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches February 22, 2004 "Experiencing Our Shine" Exodus 34:29-35 INTRODUCTION: Today is Transfiguration Sunday. Usually when we speak of the Transfiguration we are referring to the scripture in Luke 9:28-36 that tells about Jesus going up in the mountain with Peter, James, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    An Offer You Can't Refuse

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 139 ratings
     | 11,711 views

    This sermon takes a look at the offers Jesus gives to us this Easter; namely forgiveness from our past, purpose for today, and hope for tomorrow.

    Have you ever heard the phrase, “It sounds to good to be true.” Some incredible offer that promises you great results with little cost or effort. A while back I was wanting to shed a few pounds and sure enough I was walking in Wal-Mart and saw this bottle that said, “Hollywood Miracle Diet…lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Lunacy? Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,249 views

    This sermons illustrates the forms that division takes in the church as well as the absolute necessity to end it! Then the sermon outlines attitudes that can defeat division.

    Lunacy? 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 January 12, 2003 INTRO: A. [Lunatics Never Unite, Citation: Haddon Robinson, "The Wisdom of Small Creatures," Preaching Today, Tape No. 93.] A man went to an asylum for the criminally insane. He was a bit surprised to find that there were three guards to take care ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Andrew Stringer avatar

    The Little Things

    Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jan 11, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,260 views

    Song of Solomon 2:15 says, "Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes."

    THE LITTLE THINGS Matthew 13:31-33 Introduction: 1. I remember a conversation I once had with a friend of mine that I traveled with—Bill Daab. 2. We were discussing the Christ life and exactly what it means! 3. I remember saying, "Well, I quit doing all the big things that were bad and I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Baird avatar

    Every Action Has A Reaction

    Contributed by Thomas Baird on May 31, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,599 views

    Every sin we commit in our lives takes us down a wrong turn... can we get back on the streight and narrow?

    06/14/2002 Every Action has a reaction Have any of you ever been lost while driving somewhere? Maybe in a big city or something? I missed my turn in Little Rock the first time I traveled there after moving to Arkansas, it was late, it was dark, and I was tired. That was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Hughes avatar

    What Would Jesus Do ... About Enemies

    Contributed by David Hughes on Feb 10, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,724 views

    This sermon aims to help Christian teenagers (and adults) consider how they might respond to people who apparently take a disliking to them.

    WHAT WOULD JESUS DO ... about enemies? I wonder if you have ever had, or even have now, someone who just doesn’t seem to like you and who would apparently do anything to get at you? We probably don’t want to have enemies, but they’re there anyway, so what do we do about them? Well, first, ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist