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  • David Washburn avatar

    "When Life Seems To Be Closing In"

    Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
     | 13,026 views

    We will each have a time in our lives where life seems to be closing in. We can turn to Stephen and draw stength and wisdom from how he coped when life closed in around him.

    One day a man falls off a cliff, but manages to grab hold of a tree limb on the way down. The man calls out, “Is there anyone up there?” A voice answers back, “I am here. It is I, the Lord. Do you believe in me?” “Yes, Lord I believe, I really believe, but I can’t hold on much longer.” “That’s all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Son Of Joseph Or Son Of God

    Contributed by Douglas Vincent on May 28, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,150 views

    Jesus as the Son of God heals, reaches out, and is interested in our faith not our works.

    Luke 4:16-31 Jesus: Son of Joseph or Son of God January 25th 2004 This morning we are going to look at Jesus’ homecoming. Jesus’ neighbors were confronted with a decision they did not wish to make, and a claim they did not want to hear. Can Jesus still surprise us? He stood up to read. They had ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Effective Are Your Prayers?

    Contributed by Michael Moulder on Feb 23, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,511 views

    This sermon challenges us as Christians to evalute the effectieness of our prayer lives and prayerfully causes us to improve upon them.

    Michael Moulder 10/24/2004 How Effective Are Your Prayers How Effective Are Your Prayers James 5:13-18 Introduction: T. J. Bach once wrote this prayer: I asked for health that I might do greater things; I was given infirmity that I might do better things, I asked God for strength that I might ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Curious Questions Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 7, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,072 views

    2nd of 5 on Life after Life. This messages looks at the issue of marriage in heaven. It also deals with the purposes of marriage and sex.

    There Are Many Curious Questions About Heaven Curious Questions The Sting In 1973 a movie came out called “The Sting.” Maybe you have seen it. It’s really quite enjoyable because we get to watch a grafter in action as he “con’s” his mark out of half a million dollars – and getting away with it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Donald Stevens avatar

    Christian Stewardship - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Donald Stevens on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,163 views

    Second in a series of four messages on Christian Stewardship. Based on UM congregatinal pledge and UM "Guidelines"

    Christian Stewardship Part 2 Mark 12:41-44 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a fraction ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When It Goes Against The Flow Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jul 27, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,348 views

    Elijah’s classic battle with the Ahab and the false prophets has one theme: God wants His people to connect with Him.

    When it means goings against the flow “Connecting with God…” series 20So Ahab summoned everyone in Israel, particularly the prophets, to Mount Carmel. 21Elijah challenged the people: "How long are you going to sit on the fence? If GOD is the real God, follow him; if it’s Baal, follow him. Make up ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Douglas Vincent avatar

    Can Jesus Still Suprise Us

    Contributed by Douglas Vincent on Jan 27, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,165 views

    What we can learn from Jesus’ teaching in his home town.

    Luke 4:16-31 Jesus: Son of Joseph or Son of God January 25th 2004 This morning we are going to look at Jesus’ homecoming. Jesus’ neighbors were confronted with a decision they did not wish to make, and a claim they did not want to hear. Can Jesus still surprise us? He stood up to read. They had ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael Martin avatar

    How To Escape Financial Bondage Series

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Nov 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,354 views

    2 of 5 in the Series on Money

    (Prov. 22:7) "The borrower is servant to the lender..." I preached on last Wednesday on "The love of money is the root of all evil". I showed from the Bible... I. Our responsibility toward our employer. II. If you co-sign for a friend, he will become a stranger. III. If you co-sign for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Pays Temple Tax Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,326 views

    Part 15:The Great Commission - Jesus Pays the Temple Tax.

    The Great Commission Part 15 – Jesus Pays Temple Tax Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – “Seminary Students will be preaching” April 20th – Walker Spriggs April 27th – Deacon Kurt Ulman May 4th – ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Taste And See Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jun 20, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 18,434 views

    How many times were you told as a little kid to taste something and see if you like it? Well, here is an invitation from God to give Him a test of His goodness, and He never fails to satisfy.

    Taste and See Griffith Baptist Church – 6/22/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 34 Main Verse: Psalms 34:8 - O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. The Introduction How many times were you told as a little kid to taste something and see if you like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Risking I All For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,222 views

    Being more than a survivor means risking everything for God’s sake

    Listen to this comment I heard the other day. “We’ve adopted such an attitude of “risk avoidance” that I’m afraid we may well miss the next great advancement. We’re so afraid of failure that we may not pursue that next step.” This quote was from 1997 and was made on a TV show about “stealth ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Seeing Answered Prayers

    Contributed by Wendell Johnson on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,165 views

    Five things that you need to see your prayers answered

    Seeing Answered Prayers James 5: 16 Confess [your] faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. 17 Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stewardship; Duty Or Delight?

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,167 views

    Not everyone is thrilled with the idea of "letting go and letting God" where money is concerned. This sermon is intended to bring the grudging giver past duty to delight.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships February 15, 2004 Every reasonable human being who has thought about his life senses some kind of indebtedness. It may be thankfulness toward parents or a mentor; it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • L Lee avatar

    Justice Of God Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Sep 17, 2010
     | 8,127 views

    Learn more about the character and attributes of God. It is difficult to please God or respond to Him appropriately if we do not know what He is like.

    Justice of God Our God is a just God Deuteronomy 32:4 (NIV) He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Isaiah 45:21 (KJV) Tell ye, and bring them near; yea, let them take counsel together: who hath declared this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Justice Of God Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Sep 17, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,289 views

    Learn more about the character and attributes of God. It is difficult to please God or respond to Him appropriately if we do not know what He is like.

    Justice of God Our God is a just God Deuteronomy 32:4 (NIV) He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Isaiah 45:21 (KJV) Tell ye, and bring them near; yea, let them take counsel together: who hath declared this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church