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  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    Peace Be Still! He Really Cares!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Sep 3, 2011
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     | 6,614 views

    We can have peace in the midst of the storms because He said we are going over and not under and because He is there watching over His word to perform it.

    Mar 4:35-41 And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. (36) And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. (37) And there arose a great storm of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Partnership: Be Careful Who You Covenant With Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 12, 2011
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     | 7,945 views

    What is the biggest issue we see in Joshua 9? Trust! Everything in our life comes down to what and who we trust. We need to be reminded that what we see is the smallest portion of reality. We are involved in a spiritual reality that cannot be seen by

    Joshua: Steps to Victory Partnership: Be Careful who you covenant with Intro: What is the biggest issue we see in Joshua 9? Trust! Everything in our life comes down to what and who we trust. We need to be reminded that what we see is the smallest portion of reality. We are involved in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going Steady With God Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 19, 2011
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     | 8,706 views

    Faith and faithfulness not only involve reliability and trust but steadiness as well.

    A man from the east coast had always dreamed of owning a cattle ranch and had finally saved enough money to buy his dream spread in Wyoming. His best friend flew out to visit and asked, “So, what’s the name of your ranch?” His buddy told him that he and his wife had had a really ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Journey Back To Joy

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 6, 2012
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     | 6,752 views

    The restoration of joy in David's life.

    While sports fishing off the Florida coast, a tourist capsized his boat. He could swim, but his fear of alligators kept him clinging to the overturned craft. Spotting and old beachcomber standing on the shore, the tourist shouted, "Are there any gators around here?!" ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus On Trial: The Conspiracy Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,095 views

    This message examines briefly the conspiracy behind the death of Jesus.

    Introduction I admit that I love a conspiracy! In 1995 the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America met in Dallas, TX. After the conclusion of the General Assembly I had a day to visit in Dallas before traveling back home. I visited the Grassy Knoll at the Dealey Plaza, right ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Conjunction Junction"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,478 views

    A sermon about overcoming pride.

    2 Kings 5:1-16 “Conjunction Junction” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org This has been some week, to say the least!!! Here in the South, the death toll from Wednesday’s storms keeps rising. At least 340 people were ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It's My Party And I'll Cry If I Want To

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 3, 2014
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    Why did Jesus cry at His party on Palm Sunday?

    It’s My Party, and I’ll Cry if I Want To Luke 19:29-44 Introduction When Lesley Gore wrote the song, “It’s My Party” several decades ago, it was about a girl who got betrayed by her best friend who took her guy. And this was at her birthday party. So she laments “It’s my party, and I’ll cry if I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of Repentance

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
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     | 11,241 views

    Repentance gives us a new relationship with Christ

    The Power of Repentance Luke 7:36-50 February 2, 2014 Morning Service Consecration means to be set apart fully committed, completely devoted. There is no such thing as a half way commitment to consecration. It is an all or nothing deal and you are either consecrated or you aren’t. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Under Construction

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 26, 2012
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     | 6,432 views

    A sermon from Mark 1:1-8 for the Christmas season (Outline and some material adapted from Sermon Central’s John Hamby at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/preparation-for-christmas-john-hamby-sermon-on-christmas-64230.asp)

    HoHum: Do we have any travel plans during the Christmas holidays? Do any of us visit out of town family and friends? We did when I was a teenager. Some of my fondest childhood memories of the Christmas holidays were times when we went to visit my grandparents in northern Indiana. I don’t know ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rebirth Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 2, 2013
     | 6,256 views

    This message examines how the resurrection has the ability to restore hope as well as bring hope.

    There are many things that we can live without but hope isn’t one of them. Nothing can plunge us into the depths of despair quicker than losing all sense of hope. Hope gives us a reason to get up in the morning and the ability to keep moving ahead when things get difficult. If you have ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Silent Night Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 8,103 views

    This is the second message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    No Christmas Eve candlelight service would be complete without singing the song we are going to look at today. In fact, I had expected this one to easily hold the top spot in our survey. As you have probably guessed the song is “Silent Night.” This song has the ability to bring peace to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    O’ Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013
     | 8,044 views

    This is the third message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

    On December 24, 1865 at the age of thirty Phillips Brooks’ life would be changed forever by a Christmas Eve service that lasted nearly five hours. The service took place at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Brooks wrote, “I remember standing in the old church in Bethlehem close ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Strongman - Pt. 2 - Demands Of Deliverance Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 12, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,325 views

    Comic book character? Superhuman? Incredibly strong. Incredibly flawed. The Strongman teaches us strong lessons.

    The Strongman - Pt. 2 The Demands of Deliverance I. Introduction Although his story only encompasses 4 short chapters in Judges, The Strongman has captured the imagination of Hollywood and Christians alike. A comic book hero with Hulk like traits minus the green skin. Meek and mild one moment and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Reason For Believin' Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 19, 2013
     | 4,823 views

    A look at the beginning of the Third Article of the Apostles' Creed.

    If you end up in hospital because of a serious ailment there are three kinds of professionals there who work together to make you better. The doctor, after diagnosing your illness, will write out a prescription. The hospital pharmacist will fill that prescription. And then a nurse will administer ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Acts 6-7 - Stephen, The Greatness Of A Godly Man Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 2, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,971 views

    Stephen is the embodiment of godliness. Let us be humble enough to serve. Put the needs of others before self. Stay faithful to God no matter what.

    There was a need in the church. With the growing number and increasing needs, one aspect of the ministry was neglected. • In the daily distribution of food, some widows were being overlooked. • They needed some people to oversee the “daily distribution of food” (6:1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible