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  • Norris Harris I avatar

    The Prayer Of A Prisoner

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on May 26, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,881 views

    This message treats the supreme desire of one who chained for being a carrier of the Christ: that those ho were free would Walk Worthy.

    Those confined in Prison have been known to make Sustained Pleas. The Prayer-Life of Prisoners is Primary! I want to talk about that Prayer-Life. Let’s consider: “The Prayer Of A Prisoner” Ephesians 1:15-23 contains the Petitions of a Prayer of a Prisoner (read). In my estimation, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Do In Time Of War And Tragedy

    Contributed by John Telgren on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,598 views

    What should you do when war strikes? Retaliate? Protest? Or could this be an opportunity to strengthen faith in God and minister to those in need?

    The news came shortly after we had arrived in Tulsa for the workshop. After a short time, we were able to put it out of our mind. We were with thousands of Christians from all over the world with some of the best preachers of today. We had a marvelous time singing together, being uplifted by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is Our Refuge

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 33,409 views

    1. God is our Refuge 2. You can trust Him 3. He will NEVER Forsake those who seek Him

    Title: Psalms Series "The Lord is Our Refuge" Text: Psalms 9 Specifically Psalm 9:9-10 1. The Lord is a refuge and a stronghold in times of trouble v. 9 The Hebrew word translated as "refuge" means... a high cliff... a lofty place... a place that is inaccessible a high fort or fortress David ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Persuaded? Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 20, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,091 views

    What’s so persuasive about the Gospel of Christ? It depends on who’s telling it. Those that live it can tell it with power.

    Almost Persuaded There were seven astronauts aboard the space shuttle Columbia. They had been on a 16 day mission and were just 16 minutes from landing. They were almost home. Almost. As the shuttle was entering the atmosphere something went terribly wrong. Later studies indicate that some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Between Two Worlds

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,324 views

    Jesus gives us an example of how to speak to those who are outside of His family in a way that communicates with clarity the message that will change their lives.

    Between Two Worlds Matthew 13:34; 7:28-29 View “Huh!” Does that hit close to home? This little clip gives us a vivid portrayal of one of the greatest fears of many Christians. However, it also gives us a vivid portrayal of one of the greatest fears of many non-Christians. Everybody but Sam ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Inheritance Of The Meek Series

    Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006
     | 3,016 views

    Deep inside the hearts of those who are truly meek in the sight of God will the following words be echoing continuously: “Lord, I am not worthy”.

    Scripture portion: Matthew 5:5 - “BLESSED ARE THE MEEK: FOR THEY SHALL INHERIT THE EARTH” In the previous chapters we meditated upon being poor in spirit, and mourning. If we think seriously about being poor in spirit and mourning, we can find that they speak to us about the method of salvation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Redemptive Names Of Jehovah

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,840 views

    God showed himself in many ways in the Old Testament. We will look at the names God was given and how he received those names.

    Psalm 83:18That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth. 1. Jehovah El’ohim. “Self-Existent, Eternal Creator” · In Genesis we see Him take a world that was in chaos: · With out form, dark, void. · And turn it into something beautiful. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where Judgment Begins

    Contributed by Michael Goodwin on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 25,634 views

    It has always been God’s plan to have a holy people. Those that would stand for Him no matter what happened in their lives.

    Where Judgment Begins (1 Peter 4:17) 1 Peter 4:17 17 For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God? KJV Introduction: I want to tell you right of the bat that this is not one of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Over The Past Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on Aug 19, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,363 views

    Part 6 of Joseph the Dreamchaser. You meant it for evil, God meant it for good. See your life in those terms and overcome bitterness.

    Joseph: the Dreamchaser Part 6: Getting Over The Past Genesis 50:15-21 The ability to see God’s hand in our past enables us to find meaning and purpose, which in turn can enable the healing process to accelerate. Joseph great strength may have lain in how he chose to view his past. How do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Francis avatar

    Groaning Faith

    Contributed by Richard Francis on Aug 31, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,074 views

    We groan as we wait in our earthly tent, have faith and reach out to those in the darkness for Christs love compels us

    Earthly Tent Our bodies are is what Paul is referring to as an “Earthly Tent” Inspiring eh, we are not even a small semi detached, but a thread bear, patched up, letting in the rain and blowing in the wind tent, causing more grief than bringing shelter type tent (or at least that’s how I might see ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Recognizing And Acting On The Works Of Christ

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 13, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,554 views

    Discussion of Jesus’ words about those cities who had heard his message and seen his miracles yet rejected him.

    Recognizing and Acting on the Works of Christ. Matthew 11:20-24 March 12, 2006 Introduction Why Is Missouri Called the "Show-Me" State? (Adapted from the official site of the Missouri Secretary of State) There are a number of stories and legends behind Missouri’s unofficial slogan,the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Easter: A Place For Honest Skeptics

    Contributed by Marty Boller on Apr 11, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,393 views

    Easter: Jesus is Risen. Yet can those who suffer from honest skepticism still find room in God’s House?

    A pastor is giving a children’s sermon on Easter Sunday morning. “Can anyone tell me what happened on Easter?” Silence. The pastor, persisting, asked again politely, “Now I know that someone here knows what happened on Easter a long, long time ago.” Again….total silence. “Finally, visibly ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    Touching The Untouchables

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on May 8, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,830 views

    Jesus touches those whom society has abandoned. No one is beyond the reach of Christ; and no one should be beyond the reach of the church either.

    In our text, Jesus meets a man with leprosy. This man had been abandoned by society. According to the laws and traditions of the day, leprosy reduced a man to nothing. Everywhere he went, he had to declare his uncleanness. No one would dare get close to him. Touching him was not even considered. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Flowers avatar

    Elpizo Apokalupsis Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Sep 13, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,651 views

    Pastor Dave looks at five mysteries that confronted Gideon in Judges chapter 6 and what we can learn from those mysteries.

    Elpizo Apokalupsis Hope is Your Birthright, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Wildwind’s 6th core value is mystery. I think we live in a world (or at least a society) that has greatly lost touch with mystery. I think many people in our country think that the existence of science ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Dennis Regan avatar

    Strengthening Belief

    Contributed by Dennis Regan on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    How can we get through those periods in our lives when we do not believe quite as much as we should.

    Read Mark 9:15-29 Focus verse-Mark 9:24 24. And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe: help thou mine unbelief-- Faith: (Noun) The theological virtue defined as secure belief in God and a trusting acceptance of God’s will. Can also be: The body of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible