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  • Ron Hietsch avatar

    Deviled Ham

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jun 6, 2016
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     | 9,660 views

    We too can sit at Jesus' feet restored --- forgiven for all of our sins ---- because of His atoning death for us on the cross and His glorious resurrection.

    June 19, 2016 Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Year C Text Luke 8:26 - 39 Deviled Ham Earlier in Luke Chapter 8 we see that while Jesus and the disciples were sailing across the sea of Galilee to the Gerasenes ------ normally a short trip by boat ----- a nasty, life threatening, storm came up. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "We Can Work It Out" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,519 views

    Paul tells us to work out our salvation. We must remember when he said this he was speaking to believers not unbelievers. In this message we look at how to live out our faith according to Paul.

    THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS “We can Work it Out” Philippians 2:12-18 One of the most difficult things in life to maintain it to keep all things where they are all supposed to be at all times…. It’s called balance. Sometimes we feel like a clown at the circus who is trying to keep all the plates ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attribute Five | A Man Is Receptive To Truth Series

    Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 29, 2018
     | 5,441 views

    Truth for man is only found in God and His Word. God’s Word, the Bible, is our truest guide and one resource we should reach for in every decision, challenge, and temptation. A man should receive this truth before his own intuitions, emotions, & opinions.

    Well, here we are, attribute number 5 – Receptive to Truth. As we look at each one of these 9 attributes of a man of God, I said that each one of them is going to drive us closer to becoming the men that God wants us to be. Nothing will do that more than becoming more receptive to truth in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is Only A Test

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 6, 2012
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     | 7,715 views

    The account of the binding of Isaac is not only a significant one to the Jewish people, it is essential to Christians. There are key applications regarding our faith in and trust of God.

    1. Three Military recruiters were each given 10 minutes at a high school assembly to pitch their particular branch of the armed forces. The Navy recruiter spoke 12 minutes; the Army recruiter spoke 18 minutes, leaving the Marine with no time. The principal felt bad, so he allowed the marine 30 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Moses: A Real Basket Case Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 2, 2012
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     | 16,068 views

    When God starts searching for a leader what traits does He look for? The answers may surprise you.

    UNLIKELY LEADERSHIP “Moses: A Real basket Case” Exodus 2:1-10 Some years ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents. We were able to walk through the log cabin he grew up in. It took us about two minutes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moses: A Real Basket Case Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 4, 2012
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     | 7,873 views

    We have to ask what does God look for in a potential leader? These 3 things. (1) He looks for a man or woman who is deeply spiritual. He called David a man after His own heart. God is looking for men and women whose hearts are completely his. (2)

    UNLIKELY LEADERSHIP “Moses: A Real basket Case” Exodus 2:1-10 Some years ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents. We were able to walk through the log cabin he grew up in. It took us about two minutes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    D:day Disaster Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 23, 2013
     | 5,252 views

    Those of us of a certain age remember when the threat of a nuclear bomb was an ever present, very real fear. Today, our fears of disasters come in all kinds of wrappers.

    D-Day Prepping Series - Disaster April 14, 2013 Dr. Mike Fogerson, Chester FBC Introduction: A Those of us of a certain age remember when the threat of a nuclear bomb was an ever present, very real fear. 1 Today, our fears of disasters come in all kinds of wrappers. a Natural, man-made ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Averting An Apostasy

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 11, 2010
     | 5,371 views

    Apostasy, which basically refers to a backsliding or turning away from God, is unfortunately, something that is all too commonplace. This sermon deals with some ways in which apostasy can be averted.

    Averting An Apostasy Text: Judges 2:7-10 Intro: The word “apostasy” sounds a little ominous, doesn’t it? In very fact, the word definitely has a negative connotation. Webster’s New World Dictionary defines the word as, “an abandoning of what one has believed in, as a faith, cause, principles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Marathon

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 21, 2010
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     | 9,134 views

    The Christian walk is a long marathon -- don't grow weary, pace yourself, and keep your eyes fixed on our model and Savior Jesus!

    “Running the Marathon” Text: Hebrews 12:1-4 © 2007, Sterling C. Franklin Free for your use and encouragement Story/Illustration: In high school, I ran several years of track. At the end of each season, there was a conference meet – a big gathering of schools racing against each ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Is Full Of Surprises

    Contributed by David Nolte on May 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,794 views

    You never know what surprise will come next.

    Life is full of surprises, some are pleasant, some are unpleasant, some are funny, and some bring tears, some are enjoyable, exciting events and some are dreaded, dismal disasters. Let me tell you about one of Marlene’s surprises. When Wayne Goodman was my assistant minister at Eastside, he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Edging God Out Through Un-Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Oct 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,639 views

    One of the many ways we Edge God Out of our lives is by our inability to forgive.

    We are studying the different ways in which we Edge God out of our lives. The ways in which we separate ourselves from God. Till now we have examined the issue of Ego, Pride and Fear. Today we will take a look at the biggie, Unforgiveness. All of us have gone through situations where we have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith Healing And The Incurable Disease

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 8, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,971 views

    No matter how much “faith” a person believes they possess, or how much and how often they “name and claim” healing, there is one disease that has absolutely NO cure in this life.

    No matter how much “faith” a person believes they possess, or how much and how often they “name and claim” healing, there is one disease that has absolutely NO cure in this life – DEATH! It is a brutal enemy of all humanity. It is ugly. It smells. It hurts. It tears at the heart like a ravenous ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Do I Deal With Physical Scars? Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 5, 2019
     | 4,885 views

    2 Corinthians 12:1-10

    SCARS - How Do I Deal with Physical Scars? January 8, 2023 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction: I promise you that if you’d been beaten with a thick stick 3 different times…and also been whipped 5 other times with a cat of 9 tails for a total of 195 blows…you are going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruit

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 5, 2025
     | 445 views

    10 REVELATIONS ON FRUITFULNESS FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT

    FRUIT 1. I appointed you so that you might bear fruit 2. Fruit in good work 3. The fruit of righteousness 4. Fruit in keeping with repentance 5. The fruit of the lips 6. The fruit of the Spirit 7. By their fruit you will recognize them 8. The word falling on good soil produces a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lessons From The Vineyard PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,136 views

    Encourages believers to trust in God's protection, remain steadfast during trials, and look to the future with unwavering faith.

    Good morning, beloved in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather here together, united in our love for God and our shared faith in His Word. As we come together in this sacred space, our hearts brimming with anticipation, let's turn our minds towards the wisdom contained within the pages of ...read more

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