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  • Danny Nance avatar

    Down In The Valley

    Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008
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    Sermon on the need to be among the hurting in order to be able to minister God’s love.

    Down in the Valley Mark 9:9, 14-29 On a morning news show this week, I heard one of the most incredible acts of either bravery or lunacy. A mountain climber (forgive me, I did not write down his name) went up Mt. Everest, and was the first person ever to ski down the entire mountain in a single ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is In Control

    Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008
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    A correction of a much misquoted verse: our hope is built on God, not fatalism.

    GOD IS IN CONTROL ROMANS 8:28 A man’s wife dies, leaving him with three little children to care for. Although he is nor bitter, he is lonely and confused. Perhaps some of his friends try to comfort him by saying, "You know, it all works out for the best." Try as he might, he cannot bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope And Move

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 22, 2008
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    When you’ve reached the end of your rope it is time to hope and exercise faith.

    Hope and Move II Kings 7:3-11 Intro: Troubles are universal. When you’ve reached the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on. The night is not forever. I. Bleak situation a. Things were bad where they were b. Things were worse behind them c. Only one option – HOPE i. When the situation ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thanks For The Victory

    Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 22, 2008
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    Believers do not have to surrender to the trials of life, we can have victory in Jesus.

    Thanks for the Victory 1 John 5:4-5 “I heard an old , old story, how a Savior came from glory, how he gave his life on Calvary to save a wretch like me. I heard about his groaning, of his precious blood’s atoning, then I repented of my sin and won the victory. O, victory in Jesus, my Savior ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    The Cycle Of Baggage Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Mar 24, 2008
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    What is keeping you from becoming the leader that God has called you to be? Allow him to call you out of your baggage and into His leadership.

    THE CYCLE OF OUR BAGGAGE. Developing the leader within 1 Sam. 10:22 Have David bring a bag up and pull out a toy motorcycle; then start beating it. “Dude, what are you doing?” David, “I’m breaking cycles!” People today take their baggage seriously. We like it to match. We love all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Profit From Your Problems Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 4, 2008
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    James tells us that God does good things for the Christian during the bad times of life.

    HOW TO PROFIT FROM YOUR PROBLEMS JAMES 1: 2- 11 1. Illus. of Patricia Christy. •Probably never heard of Patricia Christy, but she is a woman who found out the hard way that you can’t run away from the problems of life. After Hurricane Andrew devastated Florida in 1992, this South Florida resident ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    What To Do When Troubles Come Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 7, 2008
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    Paul was in prison, had enemies attacking, and saw death coming, but remained upbeat. How did he do it?

    Philippians 1:12 –26 April 6, 2008 What to do when troubles come… In this passage, Paul has 3 problems Problem 1: Paul is in Prison – Turkish prison – possibly Ephesus This is a good thing, right? I can’t help but think of the Canadian woman who has been in jail without trial for two years ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Max High avatar

    Surviving And Overcoming Worry And Anxiety Series

    Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008
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     | 6,879 views

    Jesus holds the answer to conquering our worry and anxiety.

    Surviving and Overcoming Worry and Anxiety Matthew 6, Psalm 37 Introduction: I. We must remember that we are valuable to God. (Matt. 6:26) A. We are more valuable than the birds of the air B. We are more beautiful than the lilies of the field C. We are more splendid than Solomon’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Nathan Cooper avatar

    Keys To Victory

    Contributed by Nathan Cooper on Feb 26, 2008
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    Have you ever done something you knew was right and felt that it was what God wanted you to do, only to have it come back and bite you?

    2 Chronicles 20:1-30 Keys to Victory Intro: Have you ever done something you knew was right, according to His Word and will, only to find yourself in a mess? Or doing His will always seems to come back to bite you in the butt… This was the case with the people of Judah and Jehoshaphat. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solving Problems God's Way Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Eldron Gill on Feb 29, 2008
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     | 5,136 views

    Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes

    Solving Problems God’s Way Part 3: Digging Deeper Into Root Causes Matthew 5:21-28 Introduction: Mr. Smith has a very serious problem. I want you to think along with me this morning and help me help Mr. Smith find his root problem. Illustration PPT- Brown Spots In The Lawn * Of course the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Knowing What God Wants Me To Do

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2008
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     | 1,920 views

    We become very anxious and get frustrated with very small and big decisions of our life. We may go to the extent of adopting worldly methods to take those decisions.We may - Ask God to give us immediate sign - Fast - Flip a coin - Go by Feelings - Dream -

    How can I Know what God wants me to do? Romans 11: 33 – 36 Introduction: Most often we are in a dilemma while making small or big decisions in our lives. We may ask the following questions- 1. Will God send me a clear signal? 2. Will I get some sort of special feeling? 3. What if there is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Schwedes avatar

    Jesus The Only Way To Securing Life

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 21, 2007
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     | 5,731 views

    many people want a secure life...in this sermon we explore that Jesus is the only one who can offer true security

    Sermon John 14:1-14 Jesus: the way to eternity What do we trust to give us a secure life? To enhance our life We are constantly bombarded with promises of a better life An easier life What are some of those things that you believe will give you a better life How tightly do you hold onto ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The End Of The Wicked - Job Chapter Twenty Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 29, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,709 views

    This is a study into Job chapter twenty.

    Jewels From Job Job – Chapter #20 This chapter could be outlined: 1. Short Joy for the Wicked (verses 1-9) 2. Certain Destruction of the Wicked (verses 10-22) 3. The End of the Wicked (verses 23-29) 1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: 2 "Therefore my anxious thoughts make me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    What A Friend We Have In Jesus When We Are Heavyladen

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,521 views

    THIS SERMON IA ABOUT WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS WHEN WE ARE HEAVYLADEN AND CUMBERED WITH A LOAD OF CARE

    WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS WHEN WE ARE HEAVYLADEN AND CUMBERED WITH A LOAD OF CARE ****************************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. THE LORD IS BUILDING HIS CHURCH AND THE FORCES OF EVIL CANNOT PREVAIL AGAINST IT 2. THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Certainty In Uncertain Times

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 25,748 views

    Christ is the chief cornerstone, the firm foundation of our faith in an age of shifting sand.

    Certainty in Uncertain Times, Mathew 7:24-29 Introduction During an earthquake that occurred many years ago, the inhabitants of a small village were generally very much alarmed, and at the same time surprised, at the calmness and apparent joy of an old lady, whom they all knew. At length one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church