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  • Steve Ely avatar

    The Standard Of The Sleeve Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022
     | 2,806 views

    Sick. Dissatisfied. The never-ending drive to keep up. We have OCD . . . Obsessive Comparison Disorder . . . and it is killing us!

    OCD Pt. 1 - The Standard of The Sleeve I. Introduction I am sure it began in elementary school. Looking at the shoes the other kids were wearing. Examining who had the most friends or could jump further when we played the game where you jumped the two ropes on the ground. However, in my day, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Fear To Faith

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 15, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,141 views

    Jesus shows up to the disciples behind locked doors and reminds us: 1) Don't be surprised when he shows up in our lives. 2) Allow him to meet our doubts. 3) Allow him to open our minds to scripture, and 4) Take the witness stand for him.

    Luke 24:36-48 From Fear to Faith Rev. Roy Almquist shares a peculiar story from the bloody second Battle of Bull Run in the Civil War. Captain Robert Clark and his men were surrounded by the Confederate forces but refused to surrender. In the terrible battle that ensued, Clark’s entire detachment ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Storms

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 1, 2019
     | 9,430 views

    If we are not careful how we deal with storms, we will be left sitting and staring out in space.

    STORMS INTRODUCTION The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum cleaner. She removed the attachment from the end of the hose and stuck it in the cage. The phone rang, and she turned to pick it up. She’d barely said "hello" when ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Approved Worship Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 11, 2019
     | 7,057 views

    From the worshiping women in Mark 14, we learn three things about the kind of worship that Jesus approves of.

    John says (John 12:1) Jesus arrived in Bethany 6 days before Passover, which means He arrived on Saturday. He and His disciples stayed in Bethany each evening during the first part of the last week of His life. They’d journey 2 miles into Jerusalem, He’d teach the people, stop for the evening at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Am I Supposed To Do With My Unanswered Questions?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 1, 2017
     | 6,044 views

    This message focuses on Luke 2:6-7 and the unanswered questions that Mary and Joseph must have had as they end up in with no decent place to stay when the baby comes. How could God be with them and she have to put the baby in a manger?

    SOME OF MARY AND JOSEPH'S QUESTIONS: “God, why have the birth so far from home?” “God, why didn’t You provide a place for us to stay?” “God, how can this be the place for the miracle child to be born?” - Luke 2:6-7. - I’m sure when the angel visited Mary and told her that she’d be carrying this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready For His Return Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2025
     | 942 views

    Christ's return is certain, but its timing is not. We can be ready for Him. Our salvation is assured and He has destined us to be with Him forever.

    1 Thess 5:1-11 Ready for His Return Two things often fascinate people, if they do not know what God says in His Word. • One is regarding the end of life and the other, is the end of the world. What happens when we die, and what happens at the end of the world? • Paul addresses these issues as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ye Will Die In Your Sins

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 1, 2023
     | 1,246 views

    Do you have enough religion to save yourself? Is this because of your knowledge of scripture, or, is this because of your genealogy--your parents were religious; you were born into the church so therefore you are saved?

    INTRO—READ JOHN 8:12-30 Do you have enough religion to save yourself? Is this because of your knowledge of scripture, or, is this because of your genealogy--your parents were religious; you were born into the church so therefore you are saved? Jews of Jesus day believed this way. They had the Law ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is This A Curve Ball? (Advent 2009)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 1, 2023
     | 766 views

    This sermon is about being surprised by tbd unexpected things much like Jesus seems to have surprised John the Baptist.

    IS THIS A CURVE BALL? Text: Matthew 11:2-11 I read about someone’s recollection of a performance that he (Tom Wright) had been rehearsing for on stage at an earlier time in his life. He mentions that all had been going according to plan most of the time. “We had all rehearsed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Brevity Of Life

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 11, 2024
     | 2,034 views

    How to come to grips with the issues of life and death.

    The Brevity of Life 1 Peter 1:24 For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: 25 But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you. Peter is obviously ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Trust The God Who Provides Life! - 1 Kings 17:7–24, Luke 4:25–26 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 617 views

    God sends His prophet, Elijah, not to a wealthy household, not to a powerful leader, but to a poor, grieving Gentile widow.

    Go! And Trust the God Who Provides Life! - 1 Kings 17:7–24, Luke 4:25–26 Opening Prayer Lord God Almighty, You are the Giver of life, the Sustainer of hope, and the One who speaks and it is done. Thank You for Your Word—living, active, and powerful. Today, as we study the story of Elijah and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Doing What I Can”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 21, 2024
     | 2,104 views

    A message on how to live a life that honors God.

    On the last week of our Lord’s life on earth,  Jesus spent Wednesday in Bethany with friends. He was honored at a dinner that evening, at the home of Simon the Leper. Simon apparently had been a leper Jesus had healed. John says Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, who Jesus raised from the dead were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Clothed With Power: Jesus, The Baptiser In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 19, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 496 views

    We rejoice that Jesus saves us from sin — and rightly so — but Scripture declares something more. Jesus is the Baptiser in the Holy Spirit. This is not a secondary doctrine. This is discipleship power.

    Clothed with Power: Jesus, the Baptiser in the Holy Spirit Introduction: More Than Forgiven — Empowered Church, many believers live forgiven but not empowered. Saved, yet struggling. Redeemed, yet timid. We rejoice that Jesus saves us from sin — and rightly so — but Scripture declares something ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ted Sutherland avatar

    The Makings Of A Memorial

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on May 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,436 views

    What are the ingredients of a good memorial?

    THE MAKING OF A MEMORIAL Exodus 17 I. The Murmuring II. The Marauders A. The Strategy of the Foe 1st – He attacked Unexpectedly – Vs. 8 2nd. – He attacked Indirectly – Deut. 25:17-18 3rd – He attacked Viciously – Deut. 25:18 4th – He attacked Arrogantly – Deut. 25:18 B. The Strength of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go For The Gulp Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on May 7, 2003
    based on 12 ratings
     | 3,929 views

    50-DAY SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE - MARY If we are going to see our dreams become a reality then we have to learn to STEP OUT OF OUR COMFORT ZONES!

    A nation that has suffered under Saddam Hussain’s oppressive hand is getting its first taste of freedom; people are beginning to dream again. Over the last few weeks we have been watching American and coalition forces strive to bring freedom to the Iraqi people. By air and land the Republican ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Four Things A Loving God Wants Us To Know About Death And Dying

    Contributed by Larry Moyer on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 25 ratings
     | 50,640 views

    Death is a gate. All of us have to pass through it. It may be expected or unexpected. But if you trust Christ, that gate will be wide enough for two - you and your Savior. And the One who has led you all through life will not desert you then.

    Ted Springer, a former professional baseball umpire once made the comment, "Life is a lot like a baseball game. It has its start and its excitement, its lively and its dull moments, and it has its finish. Sometimes a game is called off unexpectedly because of a sudden storm. Sometimes it lasts the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational