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  • Curtis Kittrell avatar

    Mercy-The Way To Happiness Series

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003
    based on 42 ratings
     | 5,555 views

    John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had angered him and remarked, "I shall never forgive him!" Wesley answered, "Then I hope, sir, you never sin."

    Mercy-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy" (Matt. 5:7). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-7 Introduction John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    2) Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Paul Fultz on Jan 13, 2008
     | 3,040 views

    As citizens of God’s kingdom we are given values that govern our lives. Those values are used to bring influence in an open society for the kingdom of God.

    Introduction Text Matt 5:13-16 Jesus prayed in John 17:11-20 These are in the world I do not pray that You should take them out of the world They are not OF the world Sanctify them (separate them and consecrate them) I send them into the world This is for all those who believe because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    What Have You Produced

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 17, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,274 views

    We must evaluate ourselves to see what have we produced.

    Luke 13:6-7 6 He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none. 7 Then said he unto the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none: cut it down; why ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Band Lessons

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,902 views

    Discipleship principles gleaned from my years of participation in band.

    Band Lessons Praise the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with tambourine ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What God-Given Faith Produces

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 29, 2006
    based on 29 ratings
     | 17,426 views

    We need to make a clear distinction between God-given faith and “faith” that is the product of man’s reasoning or Satan’s devices.

    WHAT GOD-GIVEN FAITH PRODUCES “Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. For by it our ancestors were approved. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen has been made from things that are not visible.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help Us Maintain A High Standard Of Ethics In A Compromising Culture?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,650 views

    What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1.

    What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1. Remember to follow the basic principles of solid ethical standards taught by Moses. "Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another." (Lev. 19: 11) 2. Let the Spirit of God help you develop a mature sense of ethics in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Welcome

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 24, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,982 views

    Sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Matthew 10: 40 – 42 / Welcome Intro: You’ve heard of the Dead Sea? It is so salty it contains no fish or plant life. There are no outlets. Water pours into it, but nothing flows out. --- The same can be said of some churches and even some Christians. It is possible for people to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Responsibilites Of The Work

    Contributed by Rodney Langley on Jul 23, 2013
     | 4,946 views

    A sermon on Christian responsibilities.

    The Responsibilities of the Work Nehemiah 7 Introduction: The walls have been re-built and Nehemiah moves on to the next phase of the work that he had set out to do. I. The tasks of Nehemiah to Protect, Re-Build, Re-Vitalize, and Re-Populate Jerusalem A. Appoint Rulers, Gatekeepers, Levites, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    06 The Souls Deepest Need Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,472 views

    1. Cast Sheep 2. The Cast Down Sheep 3. Becoming Cast Down (a). Looking for a Soft Spot (b). Having Too Much Wool (c). Overweight Sheep 4. The Cast Down’s Escape

    Psalm 23:3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Restoration of - Old Cars - Old houses - Old paintings How did you get you get to the point of uselessness? - Neglect, Abuse, Cast aside, Forgotten 1. Cast Sheep - Turned over on its ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven's Investment

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,665 views

    What does God expect us to do with what Heaven has given us? Why hasn’t God given to us all equally? Let’s see what God expects us to do with Heaven’s investment. Let’s look at the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30.

    Prelude: What does God expect us to do with what Heaven has given us? Why hasn’t God given to us all equally? Purpose: Let’s see what God expects us to do with Heaven’s investment. Plan: Let’s look at the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. Diverse Talents Matthew 25:14-15 “For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Commands The Earth To Yield Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025
     | 127 views

    One of the many manifestations of God's power is His ability to command creation to respond in favour of His people.

    THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE EARTH TO YIELD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 67:5-6 Supporting Texts: Genesis 1:11-12, Leviticus 26:3-5, Deuteronomy 28:1-4, Ezekiel 34:26-27, Joel 2:21-24 INTRODUCTION: One of the many manifestations of God's power is His ability to command creation to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tim Harrison avatar

    Part 1: The Quest For Authentic Transformation Series

    Contributed by Tim Harrison on Apr 9, 2002
    based on 115 ratings
     | 17,790 views

    In this passage, The Apostle Peter gives us seven Character Traits that we are to add to our faith, which God wants to use to progressively transform us into the likeness of Christ.

    A Portrait of Christ: The Quest for Authentic Transformation Did I tell you I have a son and daughter? It’s amazing how rapidly they are changing – as they move along the continuum from infancy to adulthood Physical, emotional, and intellectual growth is natural – It’s to be expected in every ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Effort For Living Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 9,775 views

    The Thirdin a series of 5 sermons dealing with abundant living from 2 Peter 1:3-11. We have everything we need for life and godliness!

    A young woman was on vacation in the depths of Louisiana. She wanted a pair of genuine alligator shoes in the worst way, but was very reluctant to pay the high prices the local vendors were asking. After becoming very frustrated with the "no haggle" attitude of one of the shopkeepers, the blonde ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    One Thing I Do

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 9, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,705 views

    Paul had one great aim and purpose of life. To this singleness of purpose he owed his exemplary godliness and his uncommon success as a minister.

    We have here a very personal letter written by the Apostle Paul. What I mean by that is simply that Paul shares a lot of himself in this letter. He shares with us his thoughts and attitudes as he talks about his past and present circumstances and the hopes he embraces concerning his future. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith Transforms How We Love Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on May 19, 2025
     | 352 views

    True spiritual maturity is measured not by how much we know, but by how deeply we love. Faith is the starting point, but love is the destination.

    ### **INTRODUCTION: Love Is the Mark of Mature Faith** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 4 Over the past few weeks, we have been exploring what it truly means to have a transformative faith—a faith that goes beyond belief and actually reshapes our lives. In week one, we talked about how faith changes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ