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  • James Groce avatar

    Keep Reaching!

    Contributed by James Groce on May 1, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 12,422 views

    To "reach forth" is a progressive action, one which continues even as we gain rewards because the ultimate is not yet in our grasp!

    KEEP REACHING! Text: Phil. 3:13. To "reach forth" is a progressive action, one which continues even as we gain rewards because the ultimate is not yet in our grasp! This kind of "reaching" keeps us going even when we stumble or slip. Remember....Keep Reaching! Solomon said, The end of a thing is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is It Flooding In Your Life?

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,550 views

    Are there problems in your life? How do we overcome obstacles that seem so overwhelming? Look at the example of Joshua and the Israelites as they cross over a flooded Jordan River to accept their inheritance. When it floods in your life Harvest may onl

    Is it Flooding in Your Life? Joshua 3 INTRODUCTION The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, deserted island. He prayed for God to rescue him, and every day scanned the horizon to see if help was on the way. He eventually managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thou Preparest A Table Before Me In The Presence Of My Enemies

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 22, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 41,428 views

    A sermon based upon Psalm 23:5

    “Thou Preparest a Table before Me in the presence of My Enemies” Psalm 23: 5 I think that we can all agree that a table is for eating. However, a table can also make a statement. I can remember when my Grandma received a set of Franciscan Desert Rose Dishes for her and Grandpa’s 50th Wedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Out With The Old

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 24, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,582 views

    An annual message for reflection during New Year's

    Out with the Old New Year’s Message December 30, 2012 Morning Service Some of the questions for reflection are adapted from John Wesley and the material from Nelson Searcy's Year End Podcast. 10 Resolutions anyone can keep 1. Gain weight, at least 30 pounds. 2. Stop exercising. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Crossing The River

    Contributed by Chip Blackshear on Jun 2, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,419 views

    At graduation and at many other times in life God brings us to the point where we must decide to trust and follow Him.

    “Crossing the River” Rev. Chip Blackshear First Presbyterian Church of Corpus Christi, Texas Joshua 3:1-17 I don’t know about you, but for me it seems that sometimes life is just flying by and the days and weeks seem to run together. One reason for that, I think, is because much ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    It Is Good For Us To Be Here!

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,499 views

    On the Mount of Transfiguration Peter said "It is good for us to be here". He misunderstood, but he was so right!

    It Is Good For Us To Be Here Matthew 17:1-8 Introduction Long ago David rejoiced to worship God. “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord. (Psalm 122:1, KJV). Thom Rainer asked ministers in a poll what excuses they had heard from people who choose not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Avoid The Mistakes Of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 1, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 3,303 views

    How to Avoid the Mistakes of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:1-16

    How to Avoid the Mistakes of Giving Into Pressures From People - Gen 16:1-16 We all need to know how to avoid giving in to the pressures from well meaning people who may think they know God’s will for our lives. Only the Lord knows the best time and way to accomplish His will. His leading comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ready, Set, Go!

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,335 views

    Palm Sunday, what did the people come out to see?

    Ready, Set, Go! Luke 19:28-40 Today we are at the beginning of Holy Week, we have been following Luke’s history of the church in acts and now we are looping back to the week before the crucifixion of Jesus. I am not trying to surprise you with this change of direction I am just jumping to ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Making Something Good From Something Bad Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 30, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,923 views

    We learn from Paul's experience with his Roman imprisonment that God can use bad things that happen to us for good.

    Introduction: A. Today, we are continuing in our sermon series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians called “Joy for the Journey.” 1. I want us to continue to understand how attitude makes a difference in whether or not we experience joy for the journey. 2. But by attitude, I don’t mean a foolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Happy And Successful Marriage; Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Chris Layton on May 28, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,596 views

    Husband and wife working together

    A Happy and Successful Marriage Part 3 Matthew 19:5-8 Introduction: Today we come to the third and final element for a happy and successful marriage. We have looked at how the wife is to be a Christian Helper, and how the husband should be a Christian Lover. I must warn each of you, unless this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Have Stayed Long Enough!

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 76,877 views

    This is a wake up call that you need to progress in your life.Its high time you have been stagnant and unproductive for the Kingdom of God!

    “The LORD our God said to us at Horeb, "You have stayed long enough at this mountain. 7 Break camp and advance into the hill country of the Amorites; go to all the neighboring peoples in the Arabah, in the mountains, in the western foothills, in the Negev and along the coast, to the land of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He Is The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Nov 17, 2004
    based on 88 ratings
     | 17,203 views

    •All people can receive the spiritual leadership and protection of Jesus, the Good Shepherd. •Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, offers us leadership, an abundant life, and protection

    Who Is This Jesus? 10. He is the Good Shepherd John 10:1-21 November 13/14, 2004 Don Jaques ANNOUNCEMENTS: - welcome guests - Coupeville outreach next Saturday. - Thank God for veterans. - Prayer for Senegal TREK team. MAIN IDEA: • All people can receive the spiritual leadership and protection ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    The High Calling Of God Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 26, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,351 views

    for what has God called us? Or are we content to sit and do nothing? Do we have "Short-timers disease?" Call God is for us to be more like Jesus every day.

    Philippians 3:12–14 Opening Illustration: When I was in the military, we had disease that was rampant among those that was nearing the completion of their military service. It was called “short-timers disease." I have seen this over and over again throughout my life. You could always tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Book Of Mark #63

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
     | 2,208 views

    In the previous sermon we talked about the signs of the end times. Some folks do not enjoy studying the signs of His coming.

    Illus: Listen, when I go down the road and I see a sign that tells me there is a sharp curve up ahead or a steep hill, I find these signs helpful. But sometimes signs are confusing. Illus: Two preachers are standing by the side of the road, holding up a sign that reads, “The End is Near! Turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Looking Backward, Looking Forward

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 10, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,117 views

    Psalm 40 leads us in reflection on the past and a vision for the future. This was a new year’s sermon.

    Looking Backward, Looking Forward January 2, 2005 Intro: (Calvin and Hobbes) Looking Backward: Are you glad the old year is over? As you look back over 2004, are you glad it’s done? For some of us, that answer is a big YES! We look back and see lives uprooted by floods in basements and all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist