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  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Did God Really Say…?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 5, 2025
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    Satan got Eve to DOUBT God, & TRUST him (Satan) instead. That’s what our message this morning is all about: You Can Trust God & we can trust HIS WORD.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK DID GOD REALLY SAY…? TEXT: 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12; John 8:44 You know the story - way back in the days of Adam & Eve, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Calling All Lepers

    Contributed by Michael Jones on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,181 views

    This sermon discusses how we should be thankful to God in all circumstances and never forget His blessings even when others do.

    A Universal Problem (vs. 11 -12) - Leprosy: bacterial infection that causes skin ulcers, paralysis, and gangrene - Separated from society (leprosy villages) - Could not come in contact with Jesus A Universal Need (vs. 13) - All were in need of mercy - All were in need of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Personal Responsibility

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 12, 2008
     | 4,892 views

    A message based on Cain’s relationship with Abel.

    PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY Genesis 4:9-10 INTRO: Cain had. slain his brother in a fit of jealousy. God calls upon him to give an account of his brother. His denial of being his brother’s keeper did not release him of the responsibility. I. CAIN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • George McLaughlin Jr. avatar

    Romans 3:21-31 Series

    Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Jan 3, 2010
     | 3,866 views

    God’s righteousness is completely unique. It cannot really be compared to man’s righteousness, since man’s isn’t righteousness at all. We need GOD’S righteousness! God’s righteousness in Jesus is so wonderful! Through Jesus we see just how extremely d

    Outline for CBF August 2, 2009 Intro. I. Through Jesus the Father shows that His righteousness is in a class by itself! 22-23 A. It’s not just a “greater righteousness: it is “the only righteousness!” (take v. 21 together with vv. 19 & 20.) TS. God’s righteousness is greater! Paul, here, tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Andy Patterson avatar

    The Missing Multitude

    Contributed by Andy Patterson on Mar 16, 2005
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     | 2,287 views

    I firmly believe Jesus is coming,and the Church is going!

    The Missing Multitude! Matthew 16:24 - 28/ Rev 7:9 - 17 There is coming a day in which the Lord is coming again, I firmly believe that this is no myth nor legend but the truth of the word of God, * His Coming is IMINENT * His Coming will be INCREDIBLE * His Coming has many IMPLICATIONS * At ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love No Matter What Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 26, 2024
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     | 2,286 views

    Main Idea: We can love others no matter what because we have an endless source of love within us, the Holy Spirit. God is love. Love is always the right response. And we will be a church who loves others no matter what.

    John, one of Jesus' best buds, tells us that God is love. It's not just something He does, it's who He is. Everything God does is because He loves us. And guess what? He loves us no matter what, and He loves everyone else too. God is love. It's not just something He does, it's who He is. John wants ...read more

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    Living Sacrifice

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 188 ratings
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    Through the example of Jesus, we can get a good idea of what sacrifice will accomplish in your life.

    April 9, 2000 John 19 Living Sacrifice INTRODUCTION Try to imagine yourself at Golgotha Hill on Good Friday. The cross is placed on the ground and you are thrown backward with your shoulders against the wood. The legionnaire feels for the depression at the front of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Experience Joy In The Midst Of Trials (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 56 ratings
     | 9,918 views

    God does not want you to downplay your trials by comparing them to the trials of others. He wants you to learn and grow through what He is allowing you to endure.

    How To Experience Joy During Trials (Part One) James 1:2 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church November 5, 2000 Introduction: This morning we’re going to begin a study of James 1:2-4. Over the next two weeks, we’re going to look at three keys to experiencing joy in the ...read more

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    Big Daddy

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,452 views

    Fathers Day is the day to honor “Big Daddy” and for all of us to show appreciation and affection for what our fathers did right.

    “Big Daddy – needs to be honored!” Thesis: Fathers Day is the day to honor “Big Daddy” and for all of us to show appreciation and affection for what our fathers did right. Illustration - humorous - Big Daddy: Because I’m Big Daddy, I must hold the television remote control in my hand while I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Judgement Of Ahaziah Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,900 views

    Elijah confronts not only the king but his army as well.

    A young boy came home from Sunday school one day and his father asked what they were teaching about in class. He said it was all about Israel crossing the Red Sea. Then he said the Israeli air force strafed the Egyptian army and the infantry set charges all around the camp while the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Summary Of The Lord's Ministry Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,744 views

    We often refer to the offer of salvation as an invitation and it is but it’s also a command.

    A summary of the Lord’s ministry John 12: 44-50 Someone in a seminary class once asked the professor, “How many points should a message have?” And he wisely said, “At least one.” And I hope to fulfill the dreams of all my professors this morning because there’s nothing worse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Sanctified Diplomacy Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,662 views

    Without prayer and watchfulness, the divine armour we are provided is rendered ineffective.

    Put on the whole armour of God, “praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Receiving Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,666 views

    History of charismatic/pentecostal movement and importance of spiritual gifts.

    Receiving Spiritual Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:8-11 We’re in a series called Supernatural Stories, we’ve been looking at some of the stories in the Bible where God did amazing things. Well today I want to start by telling you a supernatural story, but its not a bible story, though it does start in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Weightless Series

    Contributed by Billy Hornsby on Nov 4, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,431 views

    Some of us are a little bit lame in our life because our life has gotten off track. Our expectations of the things of this world let us down, and we need to refocus on the person of Jesus Christ.

    I’m glad I got to speak about Acts chapter 3, because chapter 3 is kind of like one of those first huge miracles of the Church after the day of Pentecost, after the Holy Spirit was given. I want to pick up on the story because...now Peter has just received the Holy Spirit. He came on 120 people. He ...read more

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  • Dennis King avatar

    Failures

    Contributed by Dennis King on May 10, 2022
     | 3,449 views

    Failure is an important subject to study because many of us suffer a fear of how others see us rather than thinking about what God wants us to do.

    Failure is an important subject to study because many of us suffer a fear of how others see us rather than thinking about what God wants us to do. Partly, this is because within our American society, more so than others, we view any failure as a permanent mar against our esteem. For all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist