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  • John Gaston avatar

    The 7 Laws Of Giving

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2015
     | 12,000 views

    Seven laws that make clear the duty and joy of giving.

    THE 7 LAWS OF GIVING INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LAS VEGAS CHURCHES 1. It may come as a surprise to you not living in Las Vegas, that I read that there are more churches there than casinos. 2. Also not surprisingly, some worshippers at Sunday services will give casino chips rather than cash when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Taylor avatar

    Confidence To Pray For Spiritual Transformation Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 3,840 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Confidence to Pray for Spiritual Transformation

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Confidence to Pray for Spiritual Transformation Philipians 1:3-11 David Taylor Last week we saw that the foundation for joy is work of God on our behalf. Our walk as followers of Christ flows out of what God has done on our behalf. All of life is centered on, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Promise And The Power Of Spiritual Transformation Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 7,642 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation Philipians 2:12-18 David Taylor Main idea: Spiritual transformation is the work of God changing our desires or appetites and empowering our wills to change. The result is that we reflect the light of Christ to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Boy What A Change

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 30, 2011
     | 3,052 views

    Change your living habits serve the Lord with joy.

    BOY WHAT A CHANGE Why Christians do it I just don’t understand but they do question a sinner’s salvation. I’ve heard just about everything it want ever last. He are she will be doing the same thing. Why can’t we just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Choosing Kingdom Ways

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 17, 2012
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     | 3,807 views

    The Kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, joy, peace, and power.

    Choosing Kingdom Ways The Kingdom of God is characterized by righteousness, joy, peace, and power. When we speak of the Kingdom it means - Power over all the works of the devil - Breaking chains - Releasing healing and miracles - Living in abundance and overflow Kingdom fruit (Galatians ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Heartfelt Worship Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,440 views

    Heartfelt worshipers encounter God with joy, awe and thanksgivng.

    Title: Heartfelt Worship Text: Psalm 100 (Heartfelt Worship - Psalm 138 and John 4:23-24) Thesis: Heartfelt Worshipers encounter God with joy, awe and thanksgiving. In order to understand what being a Healthy Missional Church looks like, we are unpacking a series called: The Marks of a Healthy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Returning To The Original Divine Intention Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 17, 2016
     | 4,938 views

    To be at the wedding banquet, properly attired, is our destiny and joy.

    19th Sunday After Pentecost 2016 Extraordinary Form Years ago, when I first read this parable, it sounded rather fabulous, an invention of the Lord’s fertile imagination. But a dispassionate reading of history, and even the local news, tells us that St. Matthew’s story is merely a ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Learning To Lift Weights"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015
     | 4,968 views

    Trials are hard but getting through them brings joy.

    Objects: A set of dumbbells or some type of weightlifting equipment. Scripture: Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith makes us stronger. James 1:2-3 I decided about 6 months ago that I wanted to try to get in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    God Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025
     | 549 views

    May the God of hope fill you with all Joy

    Christmas 2024/God of Hope Romans 15:13/ 1 Peter 1:3-7 Good morning everyone, please turn to Romans chapter 15: This week we begin Advent season, a time that we prepare ourselves for Christmas and what Christmas is meant to be. A celebration for what Christ has done for us by coming to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Growing Through Trials And Challenges

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 425 views

    Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come unannounced and can shake the very foundations of our faith. However, the Word of God assures us that trials are not meant to destroy us but to develop us.

    GROWING THROUGH TRIALS AND CHALLENGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 12:11 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Sears avatar

    Unexpectedly Expecting Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Nov 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,767 views

    God steps into history to break 400 years of silence by announcng unexpected news to two unsuspecting individuals. What does it look like when God is silent, and how do we know when he is speaking to us?

    Series: When God Breaks His Silence Title: Unexpectedly expecting Theme: Christmas Introduction : There is a game my parents used to play when we were on road long road trips in the car. The rules of the game went something like this. “The first one to talk loses.” We called it the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • John Wright avatar

    Chirstians Are To Be A People That Are Merry And That Sing ! Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,010 views

    James raises a question about Christians being merry which implies that Christians should be people with joy in their heart and then James exhorts Christians to sing to show that joy.

    INTRODUCTION #33 1. Open your bible to James 5:13b. 2. In a previous lesson we discussed the first part of this verse, which teaches the importance to prayer. 3. In this lesson we will discuss the importance of Christians being “cheerful” and the importance of Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Grinch . . . Named Herod

    Contributed by Arthur Page on Dec 20, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 11,398 views

    Why is it our Christmas joy, peace, and hope are so fleeting? Perhaps, as nearly happened 2000 years ago, someone or something is trying to steal our joy.

    A favorite bed time story at this time of year is the Grinch Who Stole Christmas, by Dr. Seuss. It begins . . . Every Who Down in Who-ville Liked Christmas a lot... But the Grinch, Who lived just north of Who-ville, Did NOT! The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Pastor Amos Dele Dada avatar

    My Month Of Walking In Grace

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Mar 25, 2020
     | 8,787 views

    It is with great joy and delight that I welcome you to our month of walking in grace! Anytime the word grace is mentioned it elicits some joy deep in my heart

    It is with great joy and delight that I welcome you to our month of walking in grace! Anytime the word grace is mentioned it elicits some joy deep in my heart. It soothes my heart, my soul is thrilled, it is like me wearing an expensive garment that someone has just given to me! I believe that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spirit Poured Out (Pentecost Sunday) Series

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 22, 2021
     | 6,343 views

    Pentecost worship is about joy, and the invitation is to let the Spirit be poured out on “you” is plural. It was because they were gathered together that this happened. This is a Devine hug of welcome and Joy.

    Sermon “What does this mean?” This is a story of the Spirit poured out—like water from a pitcher or from a hose. Yeah, from a hose, with a thumb pressed against the opening so it shoots across the yard and soaks the giggling, screeching children who are running with glee from the icy spray but ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist