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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Sowing Seeds Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,808 views

    Ecclesiastes 11:6 teaches us to sow seeds of faith diligently, to persevere in our spiritual labor, and to trust in God's timing for the harvest.

    "Sowing Seeds of Faith" Introduction: Today, we'll explore the wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 11:6 from the New Living Translation: "Plant your seed in the morning and keep busy all afternoon, for you don’t know if profit will come from one activity or another—or maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Chronos: James #6 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022
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     | 1,703 views

    Being a Christ follower requires having control of body, mind and spirit as we encounter the world as witnesses and co labors in bringing a little heaven to earth.

    A few weeks ago, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Santos Simón Y Judas: Llamados, Amados, Protegidos Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 28, 2025
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    Fueron fieles en la silenciosa y poco glamurosa labor de amar a las personas, conversación a conversación.

    Título: Santos Simón y Judas: Llamados, Amados, Protegidos Introducción: Fueron fieles en la silenciosa y poco glamurosa labor de amar a las personas, conversación a conversación. Escritura: Lucas 6:12-16 Reflexión Queridos amigos: Una vez conocí a una ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Rewards Of Seeking God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
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    The Bible clearly affirms that God is a Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Seeking God is not in vain—there is a guaranteed return for every spiritual investment made in pursuing His presence.

    THE REWARDS OF SEEKING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:6 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:13, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 34:10, Proverbs 8:17–21, Isaiah 45:19 INTRODUCTION: The Bible clearly affirms that God is a Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Seeking God is not in vain—there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Endurance Through Trials: Transformed By God's Purpose - Romans 5:3-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 5, 2024
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     | 1,129 views

    Romans 5:3-4 reveals a powerful truth, teaching us that our trials are not in vain. Instead, they serve a greater purpose, moulding us and shaping us into people of character and hope.

    Endurance Through Trials: Transformed by God's Purpose - Romans 5:3-4 Introduction: The Purpose in Our Pain Today, we’re going to talk about something that each of us encounters in life: trials and hardships. But we’ll go beyond discussing the pain itself; we’ll explore the purpose that God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Flat Earth, Solar System, And Galaxies: A Biblical Perspective

    Contributed by Tarran Dookie on Mar 16, 2025
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    In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. There is no mention of galaxies or planets, either in Genesis or any other book of the Bible. Christians should follow the word of God and not the vain imaginations and theories of men.

    FLAT EARTH, SOLAR SYSTEM, AND GALAXIES: A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE (by brother Tarran Dookie) NO PLURALITY OF WORLDS Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. There is no mention of galaxies or planets, either in Genesis ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    #8 -- Work Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006
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    Work is given to us by God, is done in vain apart from Him, and can be a means of worship--because God calls us to trust Him so that we do not find ourselves eating the bread of "anxious toil."

    The reality of work Just imagine—it’s the end of a morning or afternoon or evening of hard work, and you’re very, very tired. But you look around your house, and the floors are swept and clean, the dishes are done, the laundry folded and put away, and even the bathroom fixtures are sparkling; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wise, The Prudent, And The Babies

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 3, 2005
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    Life in the Kingdom is not an intellectual meritocracy. Rather, it is a respite for those who labor and are heavy laden in their spiritual ignorance. In one prayer of thanksgiving, Jesus condemns the "wise and prudent," and He welcomes the babes into Hi

    The Wise, the Prudent, and the Babies Matthew 11:20-30 When I first began attending Dallas Seminary, I noticed something happening among many of my fellow students. Two, things, actually. On one hand, the academic atmosphere of the place seemed to make some students bloom into these ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    "High Expectations”

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 16, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 12,565 views

    There are four truths that the Holy Spirit of God wants you to grasp as you labor diligently in the work of the Lord. As He brings revelation and illumination of these truths Christians will remain steadfast, faithful, and joyful in their work with Jesus

    Turn your Bibles to Jeremiah 29: 11 Title: “High Expectations” Theme: “Grasping the Promises of God in the Lord’s Work” Listen As I read Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fellowship In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,575 views

    AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: JOYFUL THANKSGIVING INTIMATE BONDS PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY)

    BIG IDEA: AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: - JOYFUL THANKSGIVING - INTIMATE BONDS - PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY) (:1-2) INTRODUCTION -- THE SUBJECTS OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL A. "Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    Take This Job And Love It

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,019 views

    Single message for Labor Day Weekend, 2005. We can learn to love our jobs if we will just see them from God’s perspective.

    TAKE THIS JOB AND LOVE IT! ECCLESIASTES 5:17, GENESIS 2:2-9,15 INTRODUCTION: [Video Clip: “Joe Vs the Volcano” Chap. 2:7:30 - 10:56 = 3:26) Talk about a bad working environment! In fact, that movie, “Joe vs the Volcano” begins with this written line: “Once upon a time there was a guy named ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    It's All About Relationship

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 27, 2010
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     | 2,668 views

    It's great to know tht this great God of ours, rather than invite us to unremitting labor to earn His favor, calls us to relationship that is restful.

    Passage: Matthew 1:25-30 Intro: This is a fascinating little passage that is incredibly theological. 1. deals with the nature and exclusivity of Jesus, as well as the perplexing questions of election, clarity of revelation, and invitation. 2. I hope you will bear with me as I seek to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Commissioned To Serve Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 28, 2019
     | 9,477 views

    Having taught the disciples to pray that the Father would send forth laborers into the harvest, Jesus commissioned them to serve in the harvest, essential using them as an answer to their prayers.

    Commissioned to Serve Matthew 10: 5-8 Today I want to begin a series focused on Jesus sending the twelve out to labor in ministry. Up until this point, Jesus had ministered alone. Granted, the disciples were continually with Him, and crowds were normally around, but these were all observers or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Charles Wilkins avatar

    Thank God For Pastor Series

    Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Nov 26, 2021
     | 30,121 views

    This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course.

    This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course. There are times when life will throw you a curveball. There will be times when it gets hard to fight, when your ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What Do You Believe?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,576 views

    What we believe about the events of Easter morning must be at the center of our faith in Christ Jesus. We must believe in the resurrection of Christ Jesus "Otherwise, you have believed in vain."

    I Corinthians 15: 1 – 11 What Do You Believe? Intro: A number of years ago, some Chinese and Americans were witnessing an athletic event together for the first time. The band struck up a tune. The Chinese, thinking it was playing the United States’ national anthem, stood. --- Then, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed