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  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    The Cross Ought To Make Us Uncomfortable Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 16, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,074 views

    If you have preconditions that make you more suspect to get a severe case of Covid 19, then you feel uncomfortable in places where there are a lot of people.

    Introduction Last week, we began a new series called “Things that make us uncomfortable.” And we said there are certain situations we come upon or certain times that occur in our life that make us uncomfortable, and rightly so. If you have preconditions that make you more suspect to get a severe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    When God Shows Up

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 17, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 24,221 views

    Things change, things happen, and things are different when God shows up. The question is, have I experienced the things which take place when God shows up in life?

    When God Shows Up Acts 3:1-10 * If this afternoon you were sitting in your house, the doorbell rings, you answer the door, and when you open the door – you discover Jehovah God has come calling; what would you do? How would respond? What would change in your day &/or week? It is true that God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    What's Really In The Way

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 11, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,748 views

    With a huge cross on the platform which the worship team had to 'work around', the question of the day was stated in the title of this message. For us, "Is the cross or the culture in our way?"

    What’s Really In the Way Jerry Watts 1 Corinthians 1:18, Matthew 16:24 (This message was preached with a 10 foot cross place in the center of the platform area. The worship leader and band had to work around it & the choir was behind it) • Several years ago a pastor friend told me a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Powell avatar

    Stand Up Or Sit Down (Put Up Or Shut Up)

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 7, 2012
     | 9,065 views

    Sermon based upon the thought of commitment to Christ - commitment to others.

    Stand Up or Sit Down (Put Up or Shut Up) Hebrews 10:19-25 April 13, 2008 AM Sermon God has richly blessed our church with many decisions over the past few months. He has richly blessed us with good attendance and faithful giving. He has blessed us with His presence during worship. He’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Miguel Monge Jr. avatar

    What It Takes To Be A Champion- The Basic Rules Series

    Contributed by Miguel Monge Jr. on Oct 19, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,915 views

    Life from start to finish is the most important game you will ever play! How do you win? No matter where you are across the board, come and join us as we navigate the ups and downs of the Game of Life!

    key verse: Romans 8:37 For we are more that conquerors through Christ Jesus, who gave his life for us! a) 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 (New Living Translation) We use God’s mighty weapons, not mere worldly weapons, to knock down the Devil’s strongholds. With these weapons we break down ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Don't Beat Up On Yourself

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 13, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,463 views

    Even Great men of God like Elijah fail - take heart - and find your Mount Horeb quickly

    NR 13-05-08 2 Ki 19:1-18 This evening’s OT lesson is one of those special Words of Holy Encouragement that God gives us from time to time. If a great man of God like Elijah can fail – then we can give ourselves permission to fail too. Elijah, the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Taiwo Ola-victor Babalola avatar

    Spiritual Maturity: Growing Up In Christ Series

    Contributed by Taiwo Ola-Victor Babalola on Jun 13, 2021
     | 4,439 views

    What does it take to grow up and become spiritually mature? Why do some Christians not grow as they should?

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY: GROWING UP IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION What does it take to grow up and become spiritually mature? Why do some Christians not grow as they should? Growth is development or improvement toward a goal called "maturity" (or, in the Bible, "perfection"). When one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Taiwo Ola-victor Babalola avatar

    Spiritual Maturity: Growing Up In Christ Series

    Contributed by Taiwo Ola-Victor Babalola on Jun 13, 2021
     | 8,281 views

    What does it take to grow up and become spiritually mature? Why do some Christians not grow as they should?

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY: GROWING UP IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION What does it take to grow up and become spiritually mature? Why do some Christians not grow as they should? Growth is development or improvement toward a goal called "maturity" (or, in the Bible, "perfection"). When one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    The Cross: Absolutely Essential (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
     | 10,276 views

    The Church must be diligent to keep the main thing of the gospel, the main thing! The essence of gospel of Jesus crucified & resurrected for our salvation. Our message is not based on what people want to hear. We have a mandate to preach gospel

    Matthew 16:24-25 02-08-15 When kids turn sixteen, they often take an in-car driving course to prepare them for their driver’s license test. I want you to imagine with me a driving instructor who meticulously teaches the student how to properly adjust the seat and put on the seat belt, how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Will The Real Christian Please Stand Up?

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 233 ratings
     | 31,766 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

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Faith That Gives Up

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,039 views

    Faith is exercised best when we give up what is most precious to us and rely on God.

    Faith That Gives Up Griffith Baptist Church – 1/11/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:23-26 (Exodus 2:1-15) Key verse: Hebrews 11:25-26 - 25Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; 26Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Heidebrecht avatar

    Growing Up Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jul 21, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,626 views

    Sermon 13 in Galatians series. Believers are compared to a child who has grown up and no longer needs a pedagogue. From slavery to freedom, from slavery to sonship!

    06/10/2007 Growing Up (Gal 4:1-11) How do you know when you have Grown UP? I know what you are thinking – some of us never have But really – how do you know? Something kind of missing in our culture nowadays is a rite of passage, some ceremony that shows everyone that you have come of age. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Hale avatar

    What Are You Up To Now

    Contributed by Craig Hale on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,413 views

    Forgiveness is God’s precious gift. We may at times think that we wont be forgiven, but no matter what we do He will always leave a light on and He takes us back with open arms.

    Introduction: Hosea highlights the parallels between his relationship with Gomer and God’s relationship of Israel. Although Israel made a covenant with the one true God, she sought after other false gods. In the same way Hosea married Gomer knowing a haed of time she would leave him. Hosea ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Hale avatar

    What Are You Up To Now

    Contributed by Craig Hale on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 2,890 views

    Forgiveness is God’s precious gift. We may at times think that we wont be forgiven, but no matter what we do He will always leave a light on and He takes us back with open arms.

    Introduction: Hosea highlights the parallels between his relationship with Gomer and God’s relationship of Israel. Although Israel made a covenant with the one true God, she sought after other false gods. In the same way Hosea married Gomer knowing a haed of time she would leave him. Hosea ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide avatar

    When God Show Up Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Apr 5, 2023
     | 6,209 views

    The problem with information is that we all have information but what do you do with it. e.g. Sons of the prophet did not prosper with it ( Elisha when he crossed Jordan sea).The woman with the issue of blood touched the hem of Jesus' garment and God showed up for her.

    Text: Ps 118: 5-11. “I called upon the Lord in distress: the Lord answered me, and set me in a large place. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? The Lord taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me. It is better to trust ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal