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  • Perry Fowler avatar

    Your Faith And Your Feelings Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Sep 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,469 views

    Which dictates your life? Your faith or your feelings? What do I do when I am not "feeling it"?

    In the Pixar movie, “Inside Out” kids learn about their emotions. It all starts when the character; 11-year old Riley Anderson wrestles with conflicting emotions that comes from moving from her stable like in rural Minnesota to her unknown “to be” life in San Francisco. Did any of you see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Vanishing Father

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 12, 2025
     | 494 views

    There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

    THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There's A Thief In The Church

    Contributed by James May on Feb 25, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,351 views

    This is a sermon teaching about tithes and offerings.

    There’s a Thief in the Church By Pastor Jim May Today I want to speak to you about a matter that is not something that I have ever taught in this church since I have been pastor. I’ve never felt the need to do so and I really don’t feel the need right now, but I don’t know everything. I do know ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Them Dry Bones

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,207 views

    There is something about being surrounded by death that makes us contemplate life in a very honest way. God uses a kind of cemetery full of bones to illustrate the need for the Holy Spirit in our lives.

    Them Dry Bones Ezekiel 37:1-12 Acts 2:17 NIV In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Joel 2:28 NIV [ The Day of the LORD ] And afterward, I will pour out my ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The God Who Sees Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 871 views

    You feel unseen. Your pain goes unnoticed. Your struggles remain invisible to those around you. But one name changes everything: El Roi, the God who sees you.

    THE GOD WHO SEES Week 4: I AM Series - From Burning Bush to Bethlehem Genesis 16:13 Psalm 139:1-4, Hebrews 4:13 INTRODUCTION Picture a young Egyptian woman walking alone through the scorching wilderness. No water. No protection. No hope. Her name is Hagar. She fled from abuse and mistreatment. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do You Think To Thank?

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,937 views

    Most of us forget to be thankful simply because we do not think about what the gift cost and our own need for what is offered.

    November 19, 2000 Luke 17:11-19 “Do you think to thank?” INTRODUCTION To All Ye Pilgrims: Inasmuch as the great Father has given us this year an abundant harvest of Indian corn, wheat, beans, squashes, and garden vegetables, and has made the forests to abound with game and the sea with fish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5 Challenges From The Un-Parade

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Mar 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,420 views

    A Palm Sunday message.

    AM Sermon preached at Central Christian Church April 5, 2009 Palm Sunday Message “5 Challenges from the “Un”parade” SHOW SERMON TITLE SLIDE Imagine this scene unfolding at a car dealership---the General Manager of the dealership who has just signed off on several new ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A King Is Born— In A Time Of Chaos Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Dec 14, 2024
     | 967 views

    This message reflects on how Jesus was born into a world of political turmoil, social unrest, and personal struggles—but God's plan prevailed! No matter how chaotic life gets, Jesus brings peace to our hearts and hope to our world.

    A King is Born (2) Dustin Lee Boden / General A King is Born / Chaos / Isaiah 9:6 A King is Born— In a time of Chaos Isaiah 9:6 NLT 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Waiting On God

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 10,676 views

    Advent reminds us that people have always waited on God. And so will we. Why? Because waiting plays an important role in our spiritual growth.

    Today is the first Sunday in the season of the Christian year called Advent. The word "Advent" simply means arrival, or coming, and so during the next four weeks we will be celebrating the arrival of Christ. During Advent, we look back at the time when God became an infant child, born in a stable ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Experiencing Boldness In Worship Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 14, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,719 views

    How do we enter the presence of God in boldness? The Hebrew writer discusses three ways of doing so.

    EXPERIENCING BOLDNESS IN WORSHIP Hebrews 10:19-25 INTRODUCTION I have been in a variety of worship settings over the year – very often the leaders would tell you that is “the” way to worship. I have attended charismatic services where everyone is instructed to stand and raise their hands and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Conditional Versus Unconditional Love.

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 20, 2001
    based on 205 ratings
     | 10,836 views

    Year C. Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany. January 28, 2001

    Year C. Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany. January 28, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Luke 4: 21-30 Heavenly Father thank you for Jesus’ unconditional love. Amen. Title: “Conditional ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Easter: Father, Forgive Them!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001
    based on 726 ratings
     | 118,410 views

    It was not just once that Jesus prayed this prayer. Again & again He prayed, "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing." But I wonder if we understand what He was praying for?

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Luke 23:32 34; Acts 3:17 19 ILL. Jamestown, VA, was the first permanent English settlement in the new world, & some of their religious practices were rather interesting. For instance, they had 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Incredible Hope

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,836 views

    The Easter message of resurrection hope from John 20

    INCREDIBLE HOPE John 20:1-18 INTRO.- Easter Sunday. What’s it all about? What does it mean to people? Well, that depends on who you are talking to. Mary Louise Duggard, age 8, of Seat Pleasant, MD, said of Easter, "You get eggs, and you remember God." Not bad! Jamila Young-Hogan, age ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Keep The Party Going

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,995 views

    Jesus has the power to change us.

    KEEP THE PARTY GOING! John 2:1-11 S: Celebration of Change Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: JESUS HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE US. ?: What? What changes can He make? KW: Changes TS: We will find in John 2:1-11 three changes Jesus has the power to make in us. The ____ change that Jesus has the power to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    What Does It Take To Be Great In The Eyes Of God? Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,021 views

    Disciples of Jesus was given a new perspective on greatness. We learn to (1) find greatness in serving and (2) make Jesus the benchmark of true service.

    To be great is to serve. We don’t ASCEND to greatness, but descend into greatness.  To be great in this world is to put importance on oneself; to be great in God’s Kingdom is to serve the needs of man.  The world sees greatness in those who exercise power and authority but God sees ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible