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  • William Akehurst avatar

    God's Promises, And The Birthright Of Salvation

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 30, 2024
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    GOD’S Promises to Abraham continue in Genesis 25. From Abraham to Isaac to Jacob. While Jacob receives the birthright from his older brother Esau. The true Birthright of Salvation is given through the ONLY BEGOTTEN SON OF GOD, JESUS CHRIST, in WHOM we have the Promise of Eternal Life.

    2024.06.30.Sermon Notes. GOD'S PROMISES AND THE BIRTHRIGHT OF SALVATION. ABRAHAM & ISAAC, ISAAC & JACOB. GOD’S PROMISES CONTINUE WITH THE BIRTHRIGHT. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD’S PROMISES TO ABRAHAM CONTINUE. ABRAHAM TO ISAAC TO JACOB. BUT THE BIRTHRIGHT IS GIVEN THROUGH THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Searching For A Man

    Contributed by James May on Jan 6, 2019
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     | 25,564 views

    God desires to bring a Spiritual Awakening to the sin dreary land. He's looking for a man who will stand in the gap! Will you be that man?

    God is Searching for a Man Sunday, January 6, 2019 By Rev. James May We are living in a time when it is often challenging to exercise our faith because of all the negative feedback that we get. In these days you have search hard to find truly “good news” among all the talking heads on the TV and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Art Of Encouragement

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 31, 2015
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     | 46,809 views

    Life has a way of wearing us down, doesn't it? And when we're discouraged, what usually happens? We start complaining & feeling sorry for ourselves. We may even turn bitter & isolate ourselves.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. In today's world, it appears that almost everyone is getting connected to everyone else. We have cell phones, e-mail, Face Book, Twitter, & much, much more. But no matter how connected we are technically, it seems we're getting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Killing The Prophets

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 23, 2021
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     | 3,270 views

    Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21.

    Prelude Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. Purpose: What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Plan: Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21. He Arose and Ran After his powerful confrontation with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    33. Joab Kills Abner: When Vengeance Hijacks Justice Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 2, 2025
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    There are moments in Scripture when the storyline slows down, the camera zooms in, and God exposes the raw human heart—its wounds, its fears, its bitterness, its impulses, and its desperate attempts to seize control when God has called us to surrender.

    Joab Kills Abner: When Vengeance Hijacks Justice November 5, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 3:22-39 INTRODUCTION: WHEN ANGER TAKES OVER There are moments in Scripture when the storyline slows down, the camera zooms in, and God exposes the raw human heart—its ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    "Servants Of Jesus Not Self" 1 Cor. 4 Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 10, 2008
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     | 6,933 views

    Scripture makes it clear that we as followers of Jesus need to be servants and not self-centered – we are to serve each other in the Body and root out any self-seeking behavior so as to please God. We are all called to be servant-leaders!

    “Servant of Jesus not self” Opening Illustration: Today’s clip comes from the movie “Bella” it addresses the subject of selfishness – In the clip one brother challenges the other brother about how selfish he is – his leadership in running his restaurant is all self-centered – he is selfish and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 18, 2014
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     | 18,726 views

    This section proves that our Great Physician is ruler over the moral realm also. While ridding a man of physical illness, He also wields the power to deliver him from sin, the root of all the world’s evils.

    MATTHEW 9: 1-8 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS [Psalm 103:1-14 / Mk. 2:3-12, Lk. 5:18-26] The third miracle in the 2nd triplet of miracles is the healing of the paralytic. This triad demonstrates that Jesus is the peace-bringer in three different spheres. 1st, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    G.r.a.c.e. Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012
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    You can't understand the Christian faith or God unless you first understand grace. This is the foundational characteristic of God because it is rooted in His love. It is also the foundation of our faith and at the heart of our relationship to God. You hav

    G.R.A.C.E. Psalm 145:8 (NIV) Complete these common American phrases for me: If it sounds too good to be true... it is. There is no gain without ... pain. You get what you…deserve There's no such thing as a free ... lunch. We are taught these things and apply them both to life and faith. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Larry Wilson avatar

    Paul And His Calling Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Feb 12, 2014
     | 4,959 views

    To carry the gospel rooted in the Jewish faith to a Gentile world that could care less would require a special man. That man was Paul. In the Providence of God, Paul went forth to bring the gospel to the world. God wanted us to hear the gospel!

    BODY OF SERMON See previous sermon for introduction. In our analytical outline, we are in the section ... I. Salutation (Romans 1:1-17) A. Paul and His Calling (1:1-7) PREACHING OUTLINE THEME: GOD WANTED YOU TO HEAR THE GOSPEL OBJECTIVE: The listener will appreciate the great effort of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answering Atheism

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 16, 2015
     | 4,377 views

    Militant anti-theism claims that religion is the root of all evil...yet this worldview presents an intangible definition of evil. The problem with atheism is moral, an excuse to live any way one pleases...while Christianity offers a clear view of life.

    “The fool has said in his heart, there is no God,” Psalm 14:1. Jesus warned against lightly calling people fools in Matthew 5:22. “Anyone who says 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of Hell.” A “fool” is not an unintelligent, dim-witted person. The term ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    Our Quiet Time Of Rest And Relaxation Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 15, 2013
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     | 4,481 views

    When the Bible talks about having a heart of peace, it is speaking of our inner and emotional state. We are learning about peacemakers of the heart that will provide us with a solid root system to stabilize us during the storms of life. The first peacemak

    Peacemakers of the Heart “Our Quiet Time of Rest and Relaxation” Introduction: 1. A life of inner peace must be pursued. It does not happen by accident. It happens at the root level of your inner spirit. Philippians 4:6-7 (“hearts and minds”) 2. Why does the mighty oak ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 12 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,512 views

    Christians are often accused of hypocrisy. With that in mind, it is a legitimate question to ask, “What is the root of this hypocrisy?” or “Where does this hypocrisy come from?” There is a simple answer to these questions, hypocrisy come when we allow o

    THE HORRIDNESS OF HOARDING James 5:1-6 (NIV) 1 Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming upon you. 2 Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Be Reconciled"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,788 views

    Jesus has provided us with a blueprint—with a new way of being fully, genuinely, and gloriously human. It’s a way that goes down deep into the roots of our personalities and produces a different kind of behavior altogether.

    Ephesians 2:1-10 Matthew 5:21-26 “Be Reconciled” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor Of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I hate it when I make a mistake. I just hate it when I do something that makes someone angry at me. It’s like a heavy load on my back. And ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Cleft Of The Rock

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 34,690 views

    The analogy of Christ to a rock has its roots in Scripture. There are numerous Old Testament references to the Lord as a "Rock" or "Rock of my salvation." Or as one of our songs, drawn from Psalm 18 says, “The Lord liveth, and blessed be the Rock.”

    This sermon is rather unusual in format. I paused at various times for one of the members to lead a song relevant to the topic under consideration at the moment, sometimes followed by a prayer directly related to the subject. These notes reflect the pauses and the songs that were sung at those ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Word Is Not Void Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,362 views

    When we share our faith, we don’t know ahead of time whether or not the soil is fertile; but if we are faithful at broadcasting the seed of God’s Word, then if it happens to land in fertile soil, it will take root and begin growing.

    This evening’s sermon is entitled, “The Word Is Not Void,” and it’s taken from what is called “The Parable of the Growing Seed.” So, what message does this parable speak to believers? It appears to address the fear of failure in evangelism. Allow me to share from the church statistical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist