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  • Brian Bill avatar

    God Can Do Anything Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 4, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,200 views

    God can do anything when we give him everything.

    This week I came across a rare photo of a TV remote control from the 60’s and 70’s. This brought back memories of some of my favorite after-school TV shows like Hogan’s Heroes, Lost in Space, the Beverly Hillbillies, and Gilligan’s Island. Interestingly, each of these classic shows dealt with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Flea Can Bite The Bottom Of The Pope In Rome

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 25, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,927 views

    The Adventure of Christianity and the Call of Little People

    .................................................. The sermon begins with a clip from the film The Hobbit where Gandalf meets Bilbo { for the sake of the sermon text, here is the relevant passage from the book the Hobbit: “Good Morning!" said Bilbo, and he meant it. The sun was shining, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Money And Kingdom - Crunch Time!

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 18, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,683 views

    Our resources are meant for results in the kingdom, not our security in this world. How do you tell that to God’s people?

    February 17, 2002 This past Wednesday Reepicheep managed to throw everything off! The day started as most do around the Brownworth household; Elizabeth was first out the door, running the race between Thomasville and High Point. The problem came when she got to Randolph Street, near the bank. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Kingdom Running

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 16, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,972 views

    Running the Christian race requires burning some bridges, and building others.

    February 12, 2006 Sixth Sunday after Epiphany It happened on a Wednesday several years ago. Reepicheep managed to throw everything off! The day started as most do around the Brownworth household; Elizabeth was first out the door, running the race between Thomasville and High Point. The ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Help - Pt. 1 - The Help Prayer Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,677 views

    It is only a simple word, but it speaks to our deepest needs and longings. Do you need help?

    HELP! Pt. 1 I. Introduction Help, I need somebody, Help, not just anybody, Help, you know I need someone, help. When I was younger, so much younger than today, I never needed anybody’s help in any way. But now these days are gone, I’m not so self assured, Now I find I’ve changed my mind and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "embracing The Surprises Of The Lord

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Mar 3, 2024
     | 487 views

    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God.

    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God. Introduction: - Have you ever experienced a surprise that completely changed your perspective or direction in life? The Lord has a way of surprising us in unexpected and powerful ways. Main Points: 1. The Unexpected Path: The Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Heroine Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 30, 2014
    based on 17 ratings
     | 55,620 views

    Deborah was one of the great "she-roes" of God. What was it about her that made her a heroine in the book of Judges and what is it about her faith that got God's attention?

    Someone once said that “It is important for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!" - Maya Angelou To that person's mind the term “she-roes” was a unique and eye-catching way to talk about heroines. And I like that word. In the Bible there are many heroes, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Word To The Wise On Dealing With The Wicked Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 25, 2013
    based on 61 ratings
     | 45,241 views

    Why would people chose to be wicked? And why would this lifestyle be a temptation even for the average Christian?

    OPEN: I once read the true story of their English professor who was on her way to class one day. She was running late and was going over the speed limit. Then she saw the dreaded red and blue lights in her rear view mirror and heard the siren, and she pulled over. As the policeman was making out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Great Expectations Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,656 views

    The disciples were confronted with what to do with an empty. Seeing the power of the resurrection in their lives gives us cause for great expectations.

    John 20:1-8 “Great Expectations” INTRODUCTION What do you do with an empty tomb? John is very brief in his description of the events of Easter morning. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found it empty. She ran to Peter and the beloved disciple to tell them that someone had stolen Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Empowered Lives Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,308 views

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the greatest watershed event in human history. Our world will never be the same, and living in the reality of the resurrection our lives will never be the same either.

    John 20:1-8 “Great Expectations” INTRODUCTION What do you do with an empty tomb? John is very brief in his description of the events of Easter morning. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found it empty. She ran to Peter and the beloved disciple to tell them that someone had stolen Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Inside Story Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 15, 2015
     | 5,238 views

    God does not see as we see. He has the ability to look on the heart of men. God chose David of Bethlehem to be the unifying king of Israel and ancestor of Jesus, the ultimate King of Israel.

    1. Superman -- Fact or Fiction? George Reeves (TV's Superman in the 1950's) was popular for guest appearances, but his fame included risks. Kids might kick him in the shins or throw rocks to find out if he was the "real" Superman or a "pretend" Superman, the same way kids pull on Santa beards to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love Deeper Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 18, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,099 views

    Love is a gift God gives to be given.

    Title: Love Deeper Text: John 12:1-8 Thesis: Love is a gift God gives…to be given. Series Introduction; Tim McGraw’s hit song Live Like You Were Dying, is the springboard for the current series of messages. The song is the story of a man who learned he was dying of a fatal disease and what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gideon's 300

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 14, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 58,878 views

    Are you willing and able?

    GIDEON’S 300 People love stories of courage. Recently there was a movie called 300. It was a retelling of the historic account by Herodotus of the Battle of Thermopylae which took place around 480 BC. King Leonides and his 300 Spartan warriors made a last stand against the 400,000 strong ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Celebrate What God Has Done Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 25, 2024
     | 306 views

    He is faithful. He is faithful for the future just as much as he has been in the past. Trust Him for the road ahead. Though it seems so very uncertain, God is trustworthy, our part is to hold on tight as God begins to do a new thing in our lives. The future is bright.

    There was once a great and mighty citadel of the faith. It’s members were many, it’s band large, it’s youth growing in the faith, it’s members organized and energized, it’s outreach far and wide, it’s services many and multiplied, and it’s reputation, as one of the premier citadels of the mighty ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Who Can Believe It?

    Contributed by Patrick Lane on Dec 20, 2000
    based on 80 ratings
     | 4,305 views

    We often miss God because we only look in the expected places

    Who could believe it? Who would have ever thought it would have come to this? Such a powerful and glaring historical spectacle, nothing has gone as it seemed…. All of the professionals and most of the amatures got this one wrong. In fact as I read the record, no one suggested at any time that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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