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  • allan kircher avatar

    What We Do In Down Times Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,741 views

    When Isaiah saw the Lord, he instantly realized that there were problems within his own heart.

    Isaiah 6:1-8 WHAT WE NEED IN THE DOWN TIMES Pastor Allan Kircher SPBC **Note: I have Comprehensive Sunday school lessons on James, 1and2 Peter and working on Romans. The students love them (with proper teacher) numerous practical application questions for growth. if interested contact me. I'll ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Update: Signs Of The Times - March 2025 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 14, 2025
     | 434 views

    What if I told you those who prayed silently are now guilty of thought crime? Free speech is being slain. I share part of a fantastic speech by VP J.D. Vance. Christians are heading for difficult times. This article looks at some of the significant recent happenings.

    UPDATE: SIGNS OF THE TIMES - MARCH 2025 WHY DO WE BOTHER TO CONSIDER THE AFFAIRS OF THE WORLD? [A]. INTRODUCTION It is not beneficial to be weighed down by the bad things in the world, and some get depressed by such things. Like most aspects of life we need to be balanced and sober. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It's A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,371 views

    The parable of the Good Samaritan. Our trouble is not in understanding the gospel. Our trouble is in performance of the gospel.

    A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Luke 10:25-37 July 15, 2007 It is becoming more and more important, in the visual age in whch we live, to try to paint pictures with words. The church is always in search of new ways to do that. Lately we have had ads placed on placemats in area restaurants, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Are We Really Living In The End Times?

    Contributed by John Stensrud on Dec 12, 2001
    based on 354 ratings
     | 57,700 views

    A sermon that shows many signs that we are sooner rather than later going to see the Second Advent of Jesus Christ

    Are We Really Living in the End Times? Matthew 24.3-8; Daniel 12:1-4 Preached at Immanuel Baptist Church of Elgin, Illinois on November 25, 2001 By Pastor John Stensrud Last week, I promised to get into the nitty-gritty of biblical prophecy. And so I shall. But first, I think that if I took a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Christmas, A Line In Time Defining Life Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,423 views

    Because of Christmas our lives have been defined both for the there and then as well as the here and now.

    It was almost as if someone had dragged a stick though the sand drawing a line that said that was then and this is now. There has never been an event in the history of man that has so defined human history as the birth of Jesus. And it began when God interrupted the life of a young lady named ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Hard Lessons About Hard Times Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 9, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,347 views

    Trials are designed to teach us so that our conduct and character change.

    Hard Lessons About Hard Times 1 Peter 4:12-19 Rev. Brian Bill March 7-8, 2015 Several years ago I took one of our daughters to a Demolition Derby. I loved watching the drivers demolish and destroy one another. We saw some great smash-ups and did a lot of laughing. I didn’t know much about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Really Living In The End Times?

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 31, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,289 views

    Ever since Jesus ascended back to heaven, His return has been eminent. Ever since that day, you could have said, “Jesus can return at any moment.” God wants His children to live like they expect Jesus to return at any time.

    8/20/2005 12:29 PM Are We Really Living in the End Times? Matthew 24:3-8; Daniel 12:1-4 Today, I want to get into the nitty-gritty of biblical prophecy. And so I shall. But first, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hour Is Closer Than We Think

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 1, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,044 views

    We all can agree that we are closer today for the return of Jesus than ever. Knowing this, the Apostle Paul gives us advice on what we need to be doing knowing that our time is limited. Join us in our study and find out how this applies to each of our lives.

    The Hour is Closer Than We Think Ephesians 5:15-18 Watch live at 6 p.m. on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-XSWLPmEz0 Every year it’s the same. Magazines and tabloids publish their year in review with pictures and stories recalling the people and events that made news over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    God's Man In Charge Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Mar 8, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,039 views

    Wisdom during times of blessing - Provision during times of need

    God’s Man in Charge March 6, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on power in Christian living: A new missionary was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoring Time/Balance To Our Hurried Lives. Part 2

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Nov 23, 2012
     | 5,729 views

    This message looks at our hurried lives and how we can hav some spare time.

    Restoring Balance to our Hurried Lives. ISAIAH 40: 27-31. Job 3:26. I have no peace! I have no quiet! I have no rest! And trouble keeps coming! 1. What happens when I put a little time/ balance in my life? A. It gives one peace of mind in our lives. B. It means that I’d have Better ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Everything In Time" Ecc Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,625 views

    Solomon tells us that timing is everything in life and life goes through many stages and we need to know what time it is.

    “Everything in Time!” Ecclesiastes pt. 4 On the lighter side of life: Proverbs from Fourth Graders A 4th grade teacher collected well-known proverbs. She gave each child in the class the first half of the proverb, and asked them to come up with the rest. Here is what they came up with: Better ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    The Life & Times Of John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,475 views

    A sermon examining the life, ministry and tragic death of John The Baptist.

    THE LIFE AND TIMES OF JOHN THE BAPTIST Mark 6:14-29 In recent years a new word has entered our vernacular, I am referring to the term GOAT.I am not speaking of a temperamental little animal; I am referring to an acronym for “The Greatest Of All Time”. In a conversation concerning the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Staying Anchored In A Shaking World

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Sep 5, 2025
     | 676 views

    What is Jesus Calling us to do when the world is out of control

    Feel free to use the personal illustrations, change them to fit anyway you like.. Picture this: you’re working a shift as a firefighter. The call comes in—a house fire with flames showing. As you roll toward the scene, you know that people are depending on you to help bring control to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Lazarus Is Dead, And I Am Glad

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 4, 2013
    based on 20 ratings
     | 24,251 views

    Jesus wept at this scene...so how was He glad?

    Lazarus is Dead, and I am Glad John 11 PowerPoint, audio, and formatted text, including pt. 2 at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Lazarus.html Once upon a time a family lived in Bethany of Judea. They were not a typical family. They were siblings, 3 of them, 2 sisters and a brother. Mary, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim George avatar

    When Life Hits You In The Face Series

    Contributed by Tim George on Feb 5, 2001
    based on 176 ratings
     | 7,539 views

    Since we all have troubles how do we face those troubles?

    “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” (James 1:2-4) A recent request for sick leave to the U.S.S. Saratoga read: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist