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  • Rex Johnson avatar

    A New Breed For A New Time

    Contributed by Rex Johnson on Feb 2, 2013
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    We are starting with the beginning of Elijah’s ministry this morning. Elijah begins by delivering a word from God to the worst King that has ever been for the children of Israel, King Ahab.

    Christian Fellowship Sunday Morning 4-17-10 1 Kings 17: 7-23 2 Kings 1:8 Matthew 3:4 “A New Breed For A New Time” We are starting with the beginning of Elijah’s ministry this morning. Elijah begins by delivering a word from God to the worst King that has ever been for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beyond Faith Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 27, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,774 views

    Jesus power over sickness and death is demonstrated in both the presence and absence of faith.

    Luke 7:1-17 “Beyond Faith” INTRODUCTION It used to be so easy. If something bad happened to you, it was God punishing you. God was seen as a God of judgment and vengeance. When Job lost everything, he’s friends tried to console him by telling him that he obviously sinned ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    An Outline Of Acts 9:36-43

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 30, 2021
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    Simon Peter was in Lydda, after he had healed a man of a serious disease. Two men from Joppa came there and asked Peter to go to Joppa with them. At Joppa, Peter was able to perform another miracle!

    Introduction: Peter had come to Lydda and apparently stayed there after Aeneas had been healed (Acts 9:32-35). Peter was still there when two men from Joppa came to him and asked him to come to Joppa. Once he arrived, Peter found out why he was asked to come there and was able to perform another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Sees

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
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    One of the greatest assurances in life is knowing that we are not invisible to God. People may overlook or ignore us, but Jesus sees us in every situation.

    JESUS SEES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good." – Proverbs 15:3 Supporting Texts: Genesis 16:13, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Psalm 33:18, Hebrews 4:13, Matthew 6:4 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest assurances in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Do You Have In Your House? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
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    This powerful story reminds us that God often works with what we already have, not with what we wish we had. It teaches us that when we obey divine instructions and place our “little” in God's hands, He multiplies it beyond our imagination.

    WHAT DO YOU HAVE IN YOUR HOUSE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 Supporting Texts: Exodus 4:2; Luke 6:38; Philippians 4:19; Psalm 23:1; Isaiah 43:19 INTRODUCTION: This account opens with a heartbreaking story of a widow, the wife of one of the sons of the prophets. Her husband ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ordering Her Priorities

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 9, 2023
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    Making the Lord your priority leads to His blessing.

    “The word of the LORD came to [Elijah], ‘Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. Behold, I have commanded a widow there to feed you.’ So, he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, a widow was there gathering sticks. And he called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Creek Dries Up

    Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 25, 2003
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     | 13,177 views

    Some times we doubt God’s prvision and promises. Sometimes God’s provision just seems to dry up. What do we do then?

    TITLE: When the Creek Dries Up 082503d C. Scott Ghan This sermon was inspired by Elmer Towns’ sermon "When the Brook Dries Up". Though very little of his original text is in tact. TEXT: 1 Kings 17:1-9 (CEV) Elijah was a prophet from Tishbe in Gilead. One day he went to King Ahab and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "My God Is Yahweh” Series

    Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 31, 2011
     | 7,693 views

    Of all the Old Testament prophets, not one is mentioned more or is held in higher esteem in the New Testament than the prophet Elijah. His ministry is significant for a variety of different reasons and his experiences are valuable to us in a number of way

    "My God is Yahweh” “Elijah” (Part 1) Scripture Text: 1 King 17:1-17 1 And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, "As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word." 2 Then the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,390 views

    The Body of Christ grows when everybody plays their position (i.e. through mutual contribution and diversity of gifts.)

    The Power of Teamwork Series: ROOTS Brad Bailey – November 20, 2011 Main Point: The Body of Christ grows when everybody plays their position (i.e. through mutual contribution and diversity of gifts.) Pre-text Intro Yesterday I had my final day of the flag football season which I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Counterfeit Or Concrete Christianity Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,269 views

    The definition of Christianity is needed today. All clarifications based in God’s word will be helpful. This message evaluates a counterfeit Christianity, or a Concrete Christianity.

    Counterfeit or Concrete Christianity James 1:26-27C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES1-5.WPD {26} If anyone thinks himself to be religious, and yet does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this man’s religion is worthless. {27} This is pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Peter Ghalayini avatar

    The Poor Are Rich

    Contributed by Peter Ghalayini on Nov 13, 2000
    based on 138 ratings
     | 14,443 views

    In poorness we are rich

    I heard an interesting story about a self-made millionaire who was giving a talk about how he made his fortune from nothing. He spoke about how he left school at an early age and worked hard to make ends meet. He took some risks and eventually it paid off and he is where he is today because he took ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    God's Hand In Our Luck Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 8, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,856 views

    Did the events of Ruth 2 happen because of good luck or divine intervention?

    [To receive free, weekly sermons contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com; for sermon audio, visit http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/] GOOD LUCK? Choir practice at the West Side Baptist Church in Beatrice, Nebraska, always began on Wednesday evenings at 7:20. At 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1, 1950, an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Responsibilities To Others Series

    Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015
     | 5,801 views

    It describes how the life of Elisha is applicable to us

    2 Kings 4: 1 - 7 - the fifth sermon on the life of Elisha Below is the outline of the sermon, I preached on 15 January 2012 at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey: Introduction This is a continuation of our occasional series on Elijah Before we start, we need to state God is interested in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Woman Of Worth Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,458 views

    God in His providence is working in our lives today, whether we realize it or not. When life hurts, we can choose to be bitter, like Naomi, or we can be like Ruth--trusting the Hand of Providence, in spite of unanswered questions and an uncertain future.

    Ruth. A love story. A book of history. A lesson about faith and loyalty. But most of all, a book about God, the One behind-the-scenes. As we encounter Ruth we learn how God takes an active role in our lives. We learn through this short story that the human events we regard as circumstance are ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Stitched Together By God's Grace

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 18, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,695 views

    The Joy of Service

    May 12, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 9:36-43 Stitched Together by God’s Grace Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When I was a young girl, we visited my Grandma Jorgensen. Grandma lived in a small, white house ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran