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  • Rev Ken Shedenhelm avatar

    Come And See What God Can Do

    Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jan 18, 2014
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    Come and see. It's a powerful invitation that will change lives and build churches. Jesus is the answer and there are so many people who we know who need to come and see.

    Have you heard the song, "Come and See?" It's a good song... that taps into the theme of my message today, and it begins like this: To all who are tortured and ravished by sin; the frail and the wounded about to give in; there's news of release and captivity's end; we've been set free... come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Because He Is I Am

    Contributed by Tammy Hardwick on Feb 1, 2014
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    With the day to day, the endless list of things that need to be done, the never ending mountains and valleys Christians all too often get lost in the lies of the world and need a gentle reminder of who they are - A Child of GOD!

    (Before I began the message I gave each member a 3x5 index card and asked each person to do the following: With 1 to 5 words describe yourself when you are done pass the card to someone else *it is a little more fun if you are not related ask them to use 1 to 5 words to tell you who they think ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Consider The Price Of The Comfort Zone...

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 18, 2016
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    How easy is it to lose sight of your goal and start seeing the obstacles? We study Jonah's love of the comfort zone and the cost of stubborn will.

    CONSIDER THE PRICE OF THE COMFORT ZONE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com SEEMS LIKE IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STAY FOCUSED IN LIFE --- EVERYTHING CAN BECOME A DISTRATION --- AND YOU LOSE SIGHT OF THE GOAL... Have you ever been driving down the road and get distracted? Changing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    For Jesus' Love Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 13, 2017
     | 4,693 views

    Love and loyalty exuded as traits God looked for and expected in leadership from HIS CHILDREN, followers of Christ Jesus.

    FOR JESUS’ LOVE By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 13, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    Winning The Battle Against Family Curses

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 6, 2018
     | 4,371 views

    Why is it that sin problems and failures often run in families for generations? Is it some kind of curse? Is it that demons are inherited? It is from a curse, but it is the curse of sin and iniquity.

    WINNING THE BATTLE AGAINST FAMILY CURSES Num 14:18 ‘The Lord is slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, forgiving iniquity and transgression; but He will by no means clear the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generations.’ Iniquity- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace And New Birth

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 11, 2018
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    The scandal of grace transforms sinners from death and darkness to life and light in Christ.

    During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. They began eliminating possibilities. Incarnation? Other religions had different versions of gods appearing in human form. Resurrection? Again, other ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    God Is Looking For True Worshippers Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 11, 2016
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     | 24,473 views

    Worship is the adoring response of mankind towards God. It involves expressing our love and thanks to God by magnifying Him and exalting Him. It can involve singing, praying, giving, thanking, reading, and obeying His Word

    God is Looking for True Worshippers Luke 18:9-14 Introduction: 1. The Bible teaches that you were created to worship God. Psalm 95:6 2. Worship is the adoring response of mankind towards God. It involves expressing our love and thanks to God by magnifying Him and exalting Him. It can involve ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Absalom

    Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 15, 2018
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     | 8,995 views

    Dis functional family, lack of self control, anger, vengeance and ambition caused the downfall and death this young man named Absalom. The life of Absalom teaches many lessons to parents and young adults.

    II Samuel 14:25-27 & II Samuel 18:33 Absalom, the 3rd son of King David was a handsome young man. He was exquisitely good looking in the entire land of Israel (II Samuel 14:25). This young man had everything that he could ask for along with his charming looks which includes name, fame, wealth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Prayer For The One You Love Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 19, 2016
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     | 5,598 views

    How do you pray for one you love dearly? Paul demonstrates a prayer for abounding love, knowledge, insight, discernment of excellence, purity without offense, righteous fruit and glory to God.

    7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart and, whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God’s grace with me. 8 God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. 9 And this is my ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Perry Anderson avatar

    Sermon Of Woes

    Contributed by Perry Anderson on Feb 12, 2019
     | 5,080 views

    If Jesus stood in your pulpit today, what sermon would He preach?

    Sermon of Woes Matthew 23:13-33 13 “But woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, because you shut off the kingdom of heaven from people; for you do not enter in yourselves, nor do you allow those who are entering to go in. 14 [Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, because you devour ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Smith avatar

    The Potter, The Clay, And The Church Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 27 ratings
     | 20,145 views

    We know the role of the Potter and the role of the Clay, but what is the role of the Church? A revisit of the well known story as well as a study of the purpose of the church!

    INTRODUCTION SERIES: “The Purpose of the Church” – Part 2 Part 1: Luke 14:25-35 “What Is the Cost of Discipleship” - All believers are called into Discipleship - There is a cost for discipleship - All called but b/c of cost, many are not willing or (prepared) to pay the price - Saw that One ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Contrasting God And Man - Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 18, 2008
     | 4,287 views

    This message majors on the "Accurate View of Mankind"

    Contrasting God and Man – Pt 2 Habakkuk 1:12-17 * If I could have one wish at this point in my life, I would wish that I go back in my life and began to serious study God’s word as a young man. There is an old gospel song entitled, “Wasted Years” which expresses my sentiments in this regard. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daren Mitchell avatar

    You Are A Beautiful Thing

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 22, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,427 views

    The One power that can free you from your sinful nature is not involved in your problems, because, you haven't decided to make Him your Savior. You are not designed for shame or regret. You are designed for power and a purpose.

    The word 'slave' is terrible word with a horrible meaning. Today we don't use the word slavery as much as we use the word trafficking. But, it's the same thing. According to the UN 2.5 million human beings are bought and sold as property all over world. According to this same report 1.2 million ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Isaac Butterworth avatar

    Christmas Interruptions: Joseph Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 8, 2014
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     | 5,006 views

    Christmas interrupts the unraveling of your life. Your fears, like Joseph’s, are unfounded, and for the same reason: The child in Mary’s womb!

    You’ve got to see this first Christmas from Joseph’s point of view. I mean, his heart was full of anticipation over his recent engagement to Mary. His head was no doubt filled with images of what his life was going to be like, and he saw nothing but blue skies and smooth seas ahead. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Pastor Ricky A. Rohrig Sr. avatar

    Called, Commanded, And Commissioned By God Series

    Contributed by Pastor Ricky A. Rohrig Sr. on Sep 9, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,707 views

    Expository sermon from the gospel of Mark

    The Ministry, Message, and Messiah in the Book of Mark Week 11: "Called, Commanded, and Commissioned by God" (Mark 6:7-13) June 7, 2015 Crossroads Community Church Rev. Ricky A. Rohrig Sr., Founding Pastor All of us are uniquely, distinctively, and purposely made by our Heavenly Father. He knows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist