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  • David Cramer avatar

    A Reason To Praise. Psalm 34:1-3

    Contributed by David Cramer on Jan 3, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,129 views

    As we continue on in our lives we go through tough times and trying times. We need a reason to continue to Praise.

    Please stand with me and lift up you Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Making Memories Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 16, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 16,638 views

    God wants us to have tender memories, He knows we will have tough memories, and wants to help us build trust memories.

    Making Memories On this Memorial Day weekend, it’s appropriate that we’re talking about how to make memories. Tender Memories I have a memory of something that happened when we lived in Mexico. Beth was gone so the girls and I decided to have pizza. I called Domino’s and tried to place my order ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pattern Of Sound Words Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 11, 2015
     | 5,970 views

    Paul provides instructions to ensure continuation of the Faith from generation to generation.

    “Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.” [1] Seminarians are required to study systematic theology. The required courses consist of in-depth studies of the several doctrines that define the Faith of Christ the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Straight Talk For Saints And Sinners

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010
     | 5,317 views

    Parable of Mustard Seed & Narrow Door (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Straight talk about the Kingdom (vs 18-22) • illustration #1: like a mustard seed (vs 19). • illustration #2: like yeast (vs 21). (2). Straight talk about salvation (vs 23-33). • Entrance to the Kingdom is not automatic (vs 23-24). • Entrance to the Kingdom is a struggle ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    God, Are You There? Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,662 views

    This sermon is the first in a series dealing with tough questions. This one deals with God’s existence and whether or not He cares about our lives.

    March 7, 2004 Hebrews 11:1,6 “God, are you there?” INTRODUCTION Two young brothers had terrorized their neighborhood with their pranks and thefts. The parents didn’t know what to do. They finally decided to bring the boys to their pastor, one at a time, and see if he could help ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is No Place Like Home. Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Aug 11, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,563 views

    This message speaks of how the familiarity, pride & unbelief of Nazareth placed limitations upon the work of God, and can do the same with us.

    There’s No Place Like Home! Text: Mark 6:1-6 Introduction: Up to now in our studies of Mark we have largely witnessed the growth of Jesus’ popularity. Everywhere He went crowds thronged, people wanted to be near Him, to hear Him, see Him even to touch Him, but now as we open to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sin, Saliva And Sight Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 9, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,829 views

    A series exploring the seven miracles, and seven "I Am" statements in the Gospel of John. This message reflects on Jesus healing of the man blind since birth.

    I’ve got some bad news for you today. As we look at our next miracle, one of seven, around which the Gospel of John is focused, we find ourselves coming upon some tough teaching. If you are looking for three points and a poem today, the news is not good. Not only are there six points. . .but ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    We Have All The Help We Need

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 22, 2025
     | 335 views

    We are not alone to fend for ourselves in this world. We have help through the Holy Spirit if we are willing to live consecrated to God by being faithful in our relationship with Jesus Christ.

    ACCORDING TO A 2024 PUBLISHED REPORT FROM THE U.S. SURGEON GENERAL, LONELINESS HAS BEEN DECLARED A PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIC. THE LATEST HEALTHY MINDS MONTHLY POLL FROM THE AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION (APA) FINDS THAT 30% OF ADULTS SAY THEY HAVE EXPERIENCED FEELINGS OF LONELINESS AT LEAST ONCE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Christian Teacher’s Integrity

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 18, 2011
     | 11,597 views

    James highlighted the grave responsibility of the Christian teacher’s integrity. Inconsistencies may exist which can undermine the Christian teacher’s integrity. 4 Inconsistencies undermining the Christian teacher’s integrity are...

    The Christian Teacher’s Integrity—James 3:1-18 Attention: The teachers we remember: Elementary School: Mrs. Kluttz—1st grade Mrs. Smeltzer—2nd grade Mrs. Elaine Kluttz—4th grade These all expressed such love for us. They cared about our hurts & wanted us to succeed. In a way, these were sort of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Passion Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,197 views

    Paul, in 2 Timothy 4:7, shares three things he did to maintain his passion for Christ and the Church. These three things can help us develop a sustainable cadence in our lives: Fight the Good Fight, Finish the Race, and Keep the Faith.

    Today, we're chatting about the rhythms in our lives - the good, the bad, and the ugly. We're gonna talk about how to keep our fire for Jesus and the Church burning bright, no matter what. Imagine a candle. When you first light it, the flame is strong and bright. But if you don't take care of it, ...read more

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    If You Would Have Been There Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 5 ratings
     | 1,386 views

    Jesus enters into our pain and grief, weeping with us and offering hope through His resurrection power.

    Today, we're going to talk about a story from the Bible that shows us how Jesus brings hope even in the toughest times. We'll be looking at the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-44. But first, let's start with an object lesson that will help us understand the main idea of this message. (Hand out a ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Ways That The Holy Spirit Guides Leaders To Use Both Inductive And Deductive Approaches In Their Preaching And Teaching

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,700 views

    1. The Holy Spirit gives preachers and teachers wisdom to know how to use inductive methods in their presentations to appeal to people who prefer to learn through a problem-solution approach.

    1. The Holy Spirit gives preachers and teachers wisdom to know how to use inductive methods in their presentations to appeal to people who prefer to learn through a problem-solution approach. Inductive learners prefer to learn from examples, demonstrations and case studies rather than studying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When A Deadly Disease Strikes Us: Six Important Lessons That Covid-19 Teaches Us

    Contributed by Joel Tejedo on Mar 31, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,412 views

    2 Samuel 24: 1-25 is about a situation when a disease struck a nation because the leader became proud of his military might and strong fortresses.

    15 So the Lord sent a plague on Israel from that morning until the end of the time designated, and seventy thousand of the people from Dan to Beersheba died. I recalled an experience when I was in the 5th grade, my male classmates and I disobeyed our teacher by not paying attention to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Understanding Our Message Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Apr 20, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,981 views

    1st in a series from 1 Timothy. In spite of the world’s conclusion that the church is inneffective, God still calls on today’s believers to "Hold Fast" and rely on His grace.

    Lessons for a Healthy Church: Understanding Our Message (1 Timothy 1:3-20) Introduction (Mention the devotional insert in the bulletin): Years ago the following ad appeared in a London Newspaper: “Men wanted for hazardous journey, small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Paul’s Missionary Journey’s Still Instructs The Church Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 30, 2024
     | 900 views

    The Church must be focused on Christ, even when times are tough, will we? Will we make disciples, will we focus on Jesus, will we share His salvation?

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 24 Paul’s Missionary Journey’s still instructs the Church (“Lessons from the road!”) Acts 16:1-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational