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  • Christine Forehand avatar

    There Is A Redeemer

    Contributed by Christine Forehand on Oct 22, 2008
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     | 6,504 views

    There is a Redeemer that wants to rescue us from bondage and give us a life that is free to live for Him.

    I. Illustration: Action Movie Hero (girl is captured, tied up, point of death and in comes the hero to rescue her and save her life!) II. Scripture passage: Job 19:25--I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth. A. This was said by Job during the worst ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stir Up The Gift Of God

    Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,001 views

    Our Lord is seeking people who will press into what He has for us. Fully equipped and ready for every good work.

    Stir up the gift of God Reading: 2 Timothy 1:1-12 There has been for the past few months, a particular challenge: (1) To be heroes of the Lord. (2) To the men in particular, to be mighty men. Here in this gathering, I believe that our Lord is seeking people who will press into what He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why The Christian Life Is Like Running A Race

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010
    based on 24 ratings
     | 42,785 views

    The Christian life is often compared to everyday things, events, or practices. For example, Paul compared it to: Warfare (II Tim. 2:3); Boxing (I Cor. 9:26); Farming (II Tim. 2:6); Building (I Cor. 3:10); and Running (Heb. 12:1). In our text today, we wil

    Intro: The Christian life is often compared to everyday things, events, or practices. For example, Paul compared it to: Warfare (II Tim. 2:3); Boxing (I Cor. 9:26); Farming (II Tim. 2:6); Building (I Cor. 3:10); and Running (Heb. 12:1). In our text today, we will focus on the aspects of a race as ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Samuel - Speaking The Words Of God Series

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,028 views

    A short talk given at an early morning communion service. Samuel was young, but his first task after coming to know the Lord was to speak hard words from God to Eli (his mentor!) Will we also speak the truth, in love, to others?

    Samuel was a child, with priestly responsibilities (an interesting fact!) and he was being mentored by Eli in the Temple. Jesus primarily focused upon 12 men. Who has God entrusted to you, to teach and train in the ways of the Lord? “In those days the word of the Lord was rare; there were not many ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Gordon Maxwell avatar

    A True Memorial

    Contributed by Gordon Maxwell on May 26, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,415 views

    memorial day sermon with witnessing as the goal.

    Tomorrow we celebrate Memorial Day, a day this great country has set aside to remember those that died to maintain this freedom we all enjoy. Just the fact that we can set here today without having to worry about being arrested is a testament to the men and now women also. One of the reasons our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 2: Cornelius' Family And Friends Series

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Oct 26, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,555 views

    How to be a Godly friend and be receptive to those in need.

    A. HOW DOES THE WORLD CHOOSE? 1. The world is awed by giants, i.e., Goliath over nine feet tall. · Win battles · Stand tall as examples · Rally the troops 2. The world is awed by billionaire industrialists. · Money is power · ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In His Image Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,555 views

    1. Constantly Commanded To Imitate Christ 2. Reflecting Each Other 3. What Must I Do To Take On The Image Of Jesus?

    VIDEO – Washing Feet > John 13:15 (AV) 15 For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you. > 1 Peter 2:21 (AV) 21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: > 1 John 2:6 (AV) 6 He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lifted

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Aug 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,731 views

    Christ is now the Lifter up of His people because he was lifted on the cross. He was lifted from the grave. He was lifted to the Throne in Heaven.

    Title: LIFTED Text: Job 22:29 (KJV), "When [men] are cast down, then thou shalt say, [There is] lifting up; and he shall save the humble person." Truth: "When men act humbly, thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Are We Willing To Pay The Price?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 13, 2022
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     | 2,224 views

    We should not anticipate receiving blessings just for being faithful to the Lord. Those blessings and rewards will come in due time.

    In the previous chapter after Esther’s intercession, Haman was hanged due to his plot to kill Mordecai. While we ought not anticipate natural awards for being unwaveringly faithful to God, they frequently come. Esther and Mordecai were dependable, even to the point of taking a chance with their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Shadows Of The Divine: What Batman Can Teach Us About God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,187 views

    Though he is a fictional character, the themes in Batman's story can provide us with profound insights into our relationship with God and our understanding of His nature.

    Shadows of the Divine: What Batman Can Teach Us About God Introduction Today, we are diving into a unique topic: What Batman can teach us about God. Batman, the Dark Knight, is a beloved superhero known for his unwavering dedication to justice, his moral code, and his dual identity. Though he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Risk And The Christian Life

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2016
     | 7,327 views

    What are you willing to risk in order to advance the cause of Christ Jesus?

    “I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Daddy 101

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 28, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,348 views

    A biblical view to fatherhood. Suitable for Father’s Day.

    DADDY 101 INTRODUCTION "I’d like to think that I’ll be a better father, that I have learned from Dad’s mistakes. On most days I can buy that. But there are times when I look in the mirror and see who I’ve become, and think of who he’s always been, and I’m not so sure. You can’t pick up a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The 4-Fold Name Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 27, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,066 views

    Jesus was given His name way before He was born.

    The 4-Fold Name of Jesus Isaiah 9:6-7 Rev. Brian Bill December 19-20, 2015 Anyone know what an aptronym is? It’s a compound word consisting of the adjective “apt” meaning aptitude and the Greek word for “name.” An aptronym is when someone’s name and occupation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Freedom's Walk

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 2, 2002
    based on 330 ratings
     | 35,047 views

    As believers, we are called to walk in the freedom that is ours through the Spirit of God and to remember the cost of that freedom.

    FREEDOM’S WALK ROMANS 8:1-4 INTRODUCTION: In a few days, our nation will celebrate Independence Day. It is a day set aside to celebrate our freedom as Americans and to reflect upon what it means and what it cost for us to be free men and women. Those of us who have trusted in Jesus Christ have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross: It's Words

    Contributed by Leon Hergert on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,999 views

    By looking at the last phrases used by Jesus we get a better grasp of who he was.

    The Cross: It’s Words Luke 23:34-43 Thesis: Every person can take a more balanced view of their life by understanding the last phrases of Jesus. Introduction: In his book, No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, Max Lucado tells the story of his dad discovering he had Lou Gehrig’s disease. Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational