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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Fulfilled

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 23, 2019
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     | 5,934 views

    People in general do not like to be reminded of their short-comings.

    Fulfilled Luke 4: 21 - 30 Intro: An older lady sat in the worship service of a little Presbyterian Church in a quaint southern town. The pastor was preaching against all sorts of sins from gambling to murder and everything in between. When the pastor started on the sin of gossiping, the old ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Trust Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023
     | 1,466 views

    Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in 2023.Proverbs

    Video Transition: Faith in the Desert! Theme: Abundant 2023 – Living Abundantly-Growing in Christ-Walking in freedom! This year’s Scripture Verse: John 10:10: NKJV (Jesus said) 10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Ultimate Valentine's Gift Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,497 views

    Jesus showed us the greatest gift of love when he died on the cross for us.

    The Ultimate Valentine's Gift Text: Rom. 5:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: If yesterday is like Valentine's Days of the past, over $1 billion was spent on chocolate, $1 billion on cards, and 218 million roses were sold in the pursuit of or in an attempt to demonstrate love. The Bible tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Let Hope Arise (Easter)

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 30, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,826 views

    As we look at several of the encounters that the Risen Lord had with various people, we see hope rising in places of - grief, fear, doubt and failure.

    Let HOPE Rise! Easter 2020 I want to start off today with some powerful words that Paul put to paper 2000 years ago, NOT ONLY for a bunch of believers who were living in the city of Corinth… BUT ALSO - for (you and I) today, at this very moment on April 12, 2020. Now, brothers, I want to remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Through The Eyes Of Mary And Joseph

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 1, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 17,595 views

    A look at the realities which Mary and Joseph had to face in living out God’s will.

    My son-in-law was looking for Advent candles in a Christian bookstore. They use the Advent candles for family worship during this season so their hearts will be tuned to the true spirit and meaning of Christmas. As he brought the package of candles to the counter he asked the sales clerk if they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Fresh Touch For You Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 48,945 views

    God desires to touch us.

    A FRESH TOUCH FOR YOU Luke 1:5-25 S: Seek a fresh touch from God Th: The Christmas Touch Pr: GOD DESIRES TO TOUCH US ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: We will find in the story of Luke 1:5-25 five stages that show God’s desire to touch us. The ____ stage is… I. SETTING (5-7) II. SELECTION ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sisera And His Chariots

    Contributed by Tim Secrist on Feb 22, 2013
     | 9,705 views

    There are those, even among God's people, who depend on their own strength for success. Sisera and is charioteers discover that even great military might is no match for almighty God. And it's no match for the rest of us, either.

    Sisera and His Chariots Judges 4:1-4; 12-17 Sisera had it made, he must admit. He was general over the army of Jabin, king of Canaan. He had risen through the ranks and now he was General of the Army. And not just any army; he had 900 iron chariots at his disposal, far more than anyone else in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 21, 2024
     | 1,550 views

    Jesus talks about the rewards one can expect for receiving prophets, righteous men, and giving cups of cold water to little ones in the name of a disciple. How can we be sure that we will receive the prophet’s reward?

    Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward Scripture Lessons: Matthew 10:1, 16, 40-42 “And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease” 16 “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    When God Crosses His Hands

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 17, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,771 views

    One commentator writes about God’s crossed hands of blessing -- sometimes God chooses to bless that which we don’t expect Him to bless in our lives.

    TITLE: WHEN GOD CROSSES HIS HANDS SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 48:14 As we look at our text we read here where Joseph is presenting his two sons Ephraim and Manessah before his father JACOB/ISRAEL who by now can hardly see because of his advanced age. He is presented these two boys in whom he is going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5 Answers To Prayer

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 19, 2003
    based on 53 ratings
     | 5,885 views

    There is no such thing as "unanswered" prayer, but God sometimes responds in ways we don’t expect.

    “5 Answers to Prayer” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (Note: The outline for this message came from an article in the Christian Reader Jan/Feb 02 issue) We pray, and God answers. Every time. But sometimes we wonder if God is really listening. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    As It Was In The Days Of Noah Series

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Sep 28, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 13,270 views

    A sermon about the Rapture, with a focus on "are you ready?"

    September 7, 2003 Title: As It Was in the Days of Noah Text: Matthew 24:36 Introduction A priest and pastor from the local churches are standing by the side of the road pounding a sign into the ground that reads: ’The End is Near! Turn yourself around now before it’s too late!’ A car ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Andy Almendarez avatar

    Worship: A Way Of Life Or An Experience?

    Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,085 views

    The real truth about worship is that it is a way of life.

    WORSHIP: A WAY OF LIFE OR AN EXPERIENCE? PSALM 95 A few years ago there were TV ads as well as radio & billboard ads telling us GO TO WORSHIP; YOU=LL BE RICHER FOR IT. This is a great public service announcement. We should worship because we will be richer for it. But there is only one thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Josh McDowell avatar

    The Power Of An Acts 1:8 Church Series

    Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,523 views

    A simple study of Acts 1:1-8.

    The Power of An Acts 1:8 Church (Acts 1:1-8) First message in a series through Acts 1. Jesus Models the Holy Spirit’s Presence(Verse 3) To those He also presented Himself alive… appearing to them over a period of forty days. Wow, it seems to me that Jesus literally modeled the presence of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Your Balloons Sail Free

    Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,321 views

    Seeing how God has acted to give us all we have and how He has kept His promises we’re moved to offer Him thanks and praise.

    Pentecost 14 A Exodus 6:2-8; Romans 11:33-36 Let Your Balloons Sail Free! Based on Joachim Neander’s Hymn: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty 08/25/02 “Hallelujah! Praise the Lord.” These are not expressions that ordinarily used in the Lutheran Church. Not because there’s anything wrong with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Pete Pawelek avatar

    Words From The Cross Pt. 3-2 Series

    Contributed by Pete Pawelek on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,502 views

    This is the 4th sermon in a series on the Words Jesus Spoke From the Cross. It can be combined with pt. 3 or preached in place of pt. 3.

    Words From the Cross Part 3-2 Compassion To hear this sermon and others you can go to my website and listen to it in the audio Library at www.simplysermons.com. For the sermon notes for bulletin inserts please email me. Intro: In the third set of words spoken from the Cross of Christ, we can ...read more

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