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  • Charles Wallis avatar

    His Story, Our Story Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 25, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,964 views

    As Paul explains the story of God in the story of Israel, we can find the story of our life in God.

    His-Story, My Story: How we can understand our story when we understand God’s story Acts 13 What is your story? “The story of my life!” Many people are searching for meaning and purpose in life Illus: Lady emails during her sleep. Our story can be found in God’s story – His Story… Review: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Purpose Of God In You

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 26, 2016
     | 6,733 views

    Without purpose, life is motion without meaning, activity without direction, and events without reason. Without a purpose, life is trivial, petty, and pointless.”

    THEME- UNDERSTANDING LIFE PURPOSE TOPIC- UNDERSTANDING THE PURPOSE OF GOD IN US TEXT- GENESIS 1:26-28 A. THE GLORY IN MAN- GENESIS 1:26-28, GENESIS 2:7 There is no greater purpose in life than to expose your personal glory. It is a fact of creation that every living thing possesses its own glory ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Where Is The Treasure?

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 22, 2018
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     | 2,064 views

    We can't see the treasure in which our 'hope' lies.

    Mid-Week Message/Devotion May 23, 2018 Romans 8:22-27 Where is the Treasure? When times are tough, and we seem to struggle just to survive, having dreams of some kind of windfall are a common aspect of our psyche, aren’t they? Be honest with yourself. Just take a look at American history. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Is Always A Bright Side But, Where Do I Look?

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jan 19, 2012
     | 7,923 views

    How did we get so depended on the internet? It was easy wasn't it? It seems more of a reality to depend on the things we see. What does the Bible say about that?

    There is always a bright side but, where do I look? As I'm setting here waiting for Doctors to release Brenda from the hospital I was reading the Winston Salem Journal. There is a story on the front page about a few web sites in protest against government rules and regulations and one of the web ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vanities, Poverty And Destitution Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 22, 2018
     | 3,616 views

    We must find in our heart the vast chasm, the infinite need that only Infinite Goodness and Truth and Beauty can fill.

    Thursday of the 24th Week in Course 2018 St. Vincent de Paul The book we call Ecclesiastes is often referred to as Qoheleth, for the Hebrew name of the author, here called “the Preacher.” The first words form one of the major themes of theology, that all things human are perishable, that even what ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    That Will Never Happen Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 23, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,774 views

    This is the 21st sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Series: Action [#21] THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN Acts 9:31-43 Introduction: During this COVID-19 pandemic, I have said and I have heard people say, “That will never happen”. Things like, “The Government will never shutdown Churches in the United States”. I want each of you to list 5 things that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Happened To One Body?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 3, 2019
     | 3,542 views

    People go to Hell because of our division. The early Church was one and turned the world upside down. We need to unite in the one doctrine of God not the myriads of doctrines of men.

    1 Cor 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. 11 For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom And Chaos

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jan 10, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,931 views

    1st Samuel opens with contrasting narratives - the corrupt religious leaders who are taking advantage of people and a faithful family who is serving God.

    Kingdom and Chaos 1st Samuel 1 – Hannah and Samuel January 13, 2019 1st Samuel opens with contrasting narratives – the corrupt religious leaders who are taking advantage of people and a faithful family who is serving God. Elkanah is faithful. Eli and his sons are corrupt. The Kingdom is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who's The Boss

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 13, 2021
     | 2,001 views

    Most people who work, have a boss. I remember my first job, Rawlins WY. It was at the Willow Inn, washing dishes. Then at the age of 13, I got a job in the pantry. Lynn Brogan and son. In my few short years, I have always had a job and bosses. Some were good, some not so good.

    AJ Pence said, “Some that I respect and others no reason to respect.” One thing I have learned for sure, the boss is always the boss. He may not always be right, but he is still the boss. I just do what I'm told to do! Let's turn our attention and thoughts to our spiritual life. It should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Remnant Is Not A Shield

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 19, 2022
     | 1,633 views

    Nations do not get too comfortable thinking God is always on your side including you, America.

    Ezekiel 14:12 The word of the LORD came again to me, saying, 13 Son of man, when the land sinneth against me by trespassing grievously, then will I stretch out mine hand upon it, and will break the staff of the bread thereof, and will send famine upon it, and will cut off man and beast from it: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anchored In Eternity: Preaching The Unchanging Truth In A Changing World

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 31, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 662 views

    This sermon explores how we can hold fast to truth in a world of flux.

    Introduction: The Tide of Change We live in a world of relentless transformation. Technology reshapes how we connect, cultural norms shift like sand, and moral frameworks are rewritten overnight. What was accepted yesterday is questioned today, and what is celebrated today may be condemned ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strength Of The Weak Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 15, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,247 views

    This is the 4th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

    Series: Spiritual Decay [#4] STRENGTH OF THE WEAK Judges 6:1-32 Introduction: My health has been a real challenge lately. I feel physically weak, which makes me feel emotionally weak, which makes me feel spiritually weak. The great news is- When I am weak, God is made strong in me. We serve a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Questions Churches Must Ask Themselves

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 6, 2023
     | 1,141 views

    Do not be a Sardis. If the glory has departed, close the doors and merge with a church where God is moving.

    Rev 3:1  And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.  I am afraid that there are many churches in this situation. Growing up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of The Lord: Rejoicing In Him

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2024
     | 868 views

    Joy is the birthright of every believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. Let's go through life with that wonderful gift from God causing us to shine brightly in a dark World.

    The Joy of the Lord: Rejoicing in Him… Pastor Eric J. Hanson Philippians 4:4 (Read it.) I Thessalonians 5:16 (Read it.) Last week, the Lord had me speak on the matter of comfort for believers in Jesus Christ in the midst of a time which is evil and has been growing more evil. During that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Commitment To Excellence

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 194 ratings
     | 33,504 views

    As followers of Jesus we are to be committed to excellence in every sense of the word.

    Commitment To Excellence Luke 8:4-15 Commitment is key. No matter what it is that we are talking about there is no greater determining factor than our commitment. I'm not talking about commitment by coercion. I'm not talking about commitment by convenience. I'm not talking about commitment by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ