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  • Dan Cormie avatar

    A Hand To Guide Me

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 13, 2007
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     | 3,855 views

    A mothers day tribute to my mom; Barb Cormie, who went to be with the Lord in 1997.

    Dakota Community Church May 13, 2007 A Hand to Guide Me A Tribute to My Mother Many are saddened by this and other holidays because they bring up painful memories and deep longings for what might have been or should have been. One of the first and toughest lessons we all eventually learn is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Giving God The Biggest Cookie Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Aug 17, 2006
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    Part one in a six part series on the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. This sermon discusses the hallmark of Abel’s life--generosity towards God.

    GIVING GOD THE BIGGEST COOKIE Big Faith Series-Part 1 Hebrews 11:1-4; Genesis 4:1-7 Sunday, July 9, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction What kind of faith is big faith? Some time ago "Reader’s Digest" told the story about a company who mailed out some special advertising business post ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Source Of True Happiness Series

    Contributed by Brad Nelson on Dec 21, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,224 views

    All of mankind is on a search for happiness, but we are looking in the wrong places.

    THE TRUTH ABOUT HAPPINESS The Source of True Happiness Psalm 146:5 Introduction: What was the most frequently given answer in the video, “What are you looking for?” Happiness! People desire to be happy. The pursuit of happiness has become our chief aim in life. It’s our purpose. We could debate ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led David

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 68 ratings
     | 10,058 views

    As the Lord’s return draws near, godlessness is increasing. Standards that have stood for decades are falling all around us. David has good news for you. There is hope! There is a positive way to look at life.

    Let the Holy Spirit Lead You as He Led David Illustration: As the Lord’s return draws near, godlessness is increasing. Standards that have stood for decades are falling all around us. Crime, lawlessness, and disrespect all seem to be growing. If that’s the way you’ve been looking at things ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    Not Even For An Hour?

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 24, 2008
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     | 4,719 views

    Not even for an hour could the disciples stay awake and keep watch with Christ. What about us? How difficult is it for us to stay awake and alert to Christ’s commands?

    Not Even for an Hour? Matthew 26:36-56 Maundy Thursday 2008 It was the night before Easter 1994. I was a senior in college and at 8:00 p.m. I decided to make the 5 hour drive home to spend Easter with my family. Of course, I hadn’t packed or done any of that, so it was probably almost 9:00 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Right Colors Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 19, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,062 views

    The right colors are red which represents the Blood of the Lamb and white which represents the cleansing power of His blood.

    Sunday, June 24, 2007 “The Right Colors” Text: Rev. 7: 9 - 17 This Sunday concludes our emphasis on your youth. This has been a wonderful celebration and tribute to them. It is clear to me that if you provide youth with the opportunity to serve and participate within the church they will do it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Words From The Cross: 'today You Will Be With Me In Paradise.'"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 24, 2015
     | 8,157 views

    A sermon in a series on "Words from the Cross."

    "Words from the Cross: 'Today You will be with Me in Paradise'" Luke 23:32-33, 39-43 I would imagine that most all, if not all of us here today are very aware of our own moral failings. And these moral failings or difficulties are often referred to by some as "our cross to bear." And sure, we ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Resume Of Life

    Contributed by David Cramer on May 23, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,522 views

    A message about looking at what we have done in our past and using for the future.

    The Resume of life Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Real People . . . Real Stories - Pt. 2 - Scripted Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018
     | 4,998 views

    The clock is ticking! Limited time! Limited days! What would you do if you knew that your time was about to be up?Description: It is personal. Sometimes it is guarded and sometimes it is shared. Everyone has one. Real people have real stories! Are you telling yours?

    Scripted I. Introduction We are moved by stories. Culture is shaped by stories. We tend to like stories that are filled with tragedy and triumph, failures and victories and plot lines that keep us guessing. At least until our story is filled with those things. Then we want to skip the tragedy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Super Dad: Being A Good Father Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 18, 2018
     | 5,127 views

    This Father's Day sermon is the 6th sermon in the series, "Playing A New Game".

    Series: Playing A New Game [#6] SUPER DAD: BEING A GOOD FATHER Luke 15:11-32 Introduction: Yesterday was a day full of mixed emotions. I preached Dan’s Memorial Service, which was difficult; and then later Karen and I went to David and D’Linda’s 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration. There was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Smith avatar

    Toiling

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Feb 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,943 views

    What are you toiling with today?

    Question: What are you toiling with today? “Toiling” : Doing arduous or unpleasant work; effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort; Taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance; Difficult to accomplish; demanding considerable mental effort and skill. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James Lee avatar

    "Sifting, Taking Out The Trash"

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 22, 2013
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     | 6,960 views

    Our lives are placed through a sifter. With each new day, the crank is turned and a few more of our rough edges disappear as the finer parts of our new man and the coarse parts of our sinful, fleshly nature are revealed so that these character flaws can be discarded.

    I bring out a sifter with flour, rocks and stick mixed together and set it on the table, next to a pile of un-sifted flour. I can remember not too many years ago when we used an old hand operated flour sifter. It was a simple little contraption that consisted of a little tin can with a screen in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Quitters - Pt. 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019
     | 6,233 views

    Hang on! Let go! Endure till the end! Throw in towel. So should we quit or not quit? That is the question!

    I. Introduction Happy New Years! It is in this season that we have been trained to make resolutions. Goals set for change. Great promises to ourselves. Weight will be lost. Bills will be paid off. Hobbies will be explored. Sites will be visited. Here were the Top 10 resolutions for 2018: 1. Eat ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Dare To Believe You Can Walk On Water

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021
     | 2,406 views

    Men's meeting to challenge Men to do extra-ordinary things in the power of the Lord

    Dare to believe that you can walk on water Matthew 14:22-31 Greetings- Prayer- Question- How many of you were raised that you had a positive mentor in your life? Someone you felt you could ask anything? Most guys have a lot of acquaintances, but few friends they are comfortable with to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Save Nothing For The Next Life

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021
     | 1,315 views

    Thoughts gathered after reading the book Last Arrows for a Men's Meeting.

    Dare to believe that you can walk on water Matthew 14:22-31 Greetings- Prayer- Question- How many of you were raised that you had a positive mentor in your life? Someone you felt you could ask anything? Most guys have a lot of acquaintances, but few friends they are comfortable with to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene