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  • Troy Campbell avatar

    Stony Ground 1 Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 10, 2016
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    The Parable of the Sower

    The Parable of the Sower – 5 “Stony Ground 1” Mark 4:16-17 “These likewise are the ones sown on stony ground who, when they hear the word, immediately receive it with gladness; and they have no root in themselves, and so endure only for a time. Afterward, when tribulation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choices (2) Series

    Contributed by Dennis Munn on Nov 26, 2012
     | 5,614 views

    Jesus in the Gospel of Luke

    Introduction: This series is drawn from the story of Jesus as told by Luke, and in it we're looking at the man Christ Jesus. We kicked the series off by studying Jesus' origin story, and we learned that Luke didn't try to hide the shameful circumstances that surrounded Jesus' birth. We learned ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    Christ Came To Be The Devine Saviour

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017
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    Change as we face the future is inevitable. We can determine, at least to some degree how change will play out. This is a New Year's sermon.

    JESUS CAME TO BE THE DEVINE SAVIOR LUKE 9:49-56 THIS IS THE LAST SUNDAY OF 2015. I THINK SOME OF YOU WOULD AGREE WITH ME THAT THIS YEAR HAS REALLY FLOWN BY. IT SEEMS AS I GET OLDER THAT THE YEARS GO BY QUICKER FOR ME. 2015 HAD A NUMBER OF POSITIVE THINGS HAPPEN IN THE WORLD AND THERE WERE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    1st Peter Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 6, 2022
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    There IS a Villain in the story....

    February 05, 2022 The 1st recorded letter Peter wrote {written before 64 AD} was to believers in the Northern Provinces of Asia in what is now Turkey {Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia}. There are many “Favorite” things to choose from in this letter: • A promised inheritance that ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    God Has Hidden Beauty In Every Corner Of The Earth

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021
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    God has hidden beauty in every corner of the Earth, every nook and cranny is full to the brim with it. If we go upon the mountains of the Rockies or the Appalachians we will witness pieces and parts of God’s glory and His divine mystery.

    God has hidden beauty in every corner of the Earth, every nook and cranny is full to the brim with it. If we go upon the mountains of the Rockies or the Appalachians we will witness pieces and parts of God’s glory and His divine mystery. If we go by boat to the north pole, and climb upon the crest ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Wilderness Experiences-Wilderness Voices

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 17, 2022
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    The Wilderness Experience can make us feel all alone, under pressure, lost, and even wondering if GOD has abandoned us. But that's not the case. HE leads us in the wilderness, if we would only quiet ourselves amid the distractions and tune in to hear HIS voice.

    Wilderness Voices/Wilderness Experiences Sermon notes 2022.08.14 William Akehurst, HSWC The Wilderness Experience can make us feel all alone, under pressure, lost, and even wondering if GOD has abandoned us. But that's not the case. HE leads us in the wilderness, if we would only quiet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 8, 2023
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    Too often our talk about faith becomes bumper sticker theology - a short statement that sounds good … but is it true?

    Myths Christians Often Believe God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle Introduction Today we are beginning a new series of messages for the Summer called Myths Christians Often Believe. Too often our talk about faith becomes bumper sticker theology - a short statement that sounds good … but is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Surviving Trials

    Contributed by Larry Benton on Jun 20, 2022
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    Some people thing that when we accept Jesus as Lord, all our problems will be over and we are in for smooth sailing. But that is simply not the case. We will still at times have trials, problems and difficulties. But God's love and his word can bring us through any trial with victory!

    SURVIVING TRIALS Some people thing that when we accept Jesus as Lord, all our problems will be over and we are in for smooth sailing. But that is simply not the case. We will still at times have trials, problems and difficulties. We will see this morning what God’s word has to say about our trials. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Created To Become Like Christ Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Mar 25, 2006
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     | 4,856 views

    God’s plan from the very beginning has been to make human beings like Himself. This is His third purpose for your life, to make you like Jesus Christ.

    CREATED TO BECOME LIKE CHRIST The 3rd Purpose of Your Life The Purpose Driven Life – Part 4 of 7 • Everybody needs a purpose and that’s why we’re spending 40 Days of Purpose, looking at God’s 5 main purposes for our lives. • Let’s just quickly review what we have looked at, First, You Were ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Memories

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 10, 2001
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    A communion meditation for Good Friday.

    MEMORIES INTRO.- ILL.- Paper sack with Dad’s mementos: straight razor, key fob, part of an old wallet, pocket watch, and an old pocket knife. What do these things mean? What do they represent? To some people, they wouldn’t mean much. Perhaps just some junk. But to me, they are valuable. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 15,817 views

    God walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death. God gives us strength to endure and protects of from misbelief, unbelief and dispair.

    Matthew 6:9-15, Luke 4:1-13 “Lead Us Not Into Temptation, But Deliver Us From Evil” INTRODUCTION The saying, “Opportunity only knocks once,” has been around for a long time. A recent caveat to this saying has been added, “but temptation bangs at the door constantly.” This seems to be all too ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    The Model Prayer - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 7, 2006
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     | 3,353 views

    This is a continuation of examining the elements of Jesus’ prayer as it gives us a glimpse in a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer.

    The Model Prayer – Part 2 Griffith Baptist Church – 8/6/06 P.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:9-13 (verses 11-13) Theme: The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer. Introduction: Once there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Tame Temptation Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,905 views

    While we will never be pefect, we can learn to avoid sin by controlling temptation

    HOW TO TAME TEMPTATION JAMES 1: 12-16 1. Illus. of Cliff Head of a charitable organization who handled hundreds of thousands of $$$ each year. Unexpected audit turned up the fact that he had embezzled thousands of $$$ Wife told him, “you’ve broken my heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Jones avatar

    Playing Smart Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008
     | 2,263 views

    Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 3 of this

    Playing Smart Soul Survivor Part 3 Text: Job 1:6-8 This may come as a big surprise to most of you, but I’m not a real sports buff. I mean I can sort of follow the plays of several sports but am not a real enthusiast of any in particular – with, of course, the exception of - - football. Maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Can Separate Us From God's Love? Series

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 22, 2015
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     | 34,810 views

    Inspirational Message meant to impart confidence that God's love for the believer is constant and will never be taken away by anyone or anything.

    Sermon Starters from the Junior Bible Quiz Fact Pak Quotation Questions What things can separate us from God's love? Romans 8:38,39 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal