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  • Paul Davidson avatar

    To Tarry Or Not To Tarry

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 20, 2016
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     | 9,315 views

    Let's take a look at 3 Old Testament characters... King Saul, Jonathan, and Jonathan's armor bearer. Let's think about their behaviors and be a little introspective... which traits do I exhibit in my own life? In my own walk with the Lord?

    INTRODUCTION The title for tonight’s sermon is “To Tarry or Not To Tarry”, and is from events captured in the book of First Samuel. Before we go any further, let’s go to the Lord in prayer… Please turn in your Bibles to the Old Testament… to the book of First Samuel… chapter 14. We’re going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Religion

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 22, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,906 views

    What was Jesus’ first and only stipulation for those He called? Follow Me!

    True Religion Mark 2:13-17NLT Back in the 1980’s, the Minnesota Twins had this description of the game of baseball in their program: “You have two sides, one out in the field, and one in. Each man that's on the side that's in, goes out and when he's OUT he comes in and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ipray Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,603 views

    This is the final lesson in this series. It shows the opportunity we have to express joy, gratitude and God's glory through prayer.

    1. Practice Champion golfer, Bobby Jones once said, "Have you ever noticed how much golfers practice? Smart businessmen have been quick to take advantage of that, developing public driving ranges where we can practice driving the ball, & putting greens where we can practice our putting." "But why ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith With Works

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 27, 2015
     | 3,866 views

    A comparative of the life works of King Saul and the life works of King David, in the faith of Christ Jesus, in the will of God.

    FAITH WITH WORKS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 27, 2015) “Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of so little faith? (St. Matthew 6:30; St. Luke 12:28, King James ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    The Three Faces Of Evil

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 11, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,719 views

    We have a choice-be like John or be like Herod. Will we be weak like Herod, easy tempted and easily manipulated, or we will be strong in our moral convictions like John?

    How many of you have ever watched a horror movie or read a horror story? It’s not always a pleasant experience, is it? As strange as it might seem, there are actually some horror stories in the Bible, and one of the most famous of its horror stories is the story of the death of John the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Jesus Opened The Way To The Holy Of Hollies

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2015
     | 3,693 views

    To show that JESUS opened the way for all people to come to Heaven by His Perfect Sacrifice, therefore He wanted all people to be saved.

    I. EXORDIUM: Did GOD made a way for us to be saved? Yes. JESUS is the WAY. Isaiah 43:19 Behold, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs forth; do you not perceive and know it and will you not give heed to it? I will even make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. John 14:6 Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leave Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015
     | 7,848 views

    For some, following Jesus means to go into cross-cultural missions

    September 22 Leave Acts 8:26-40 Going is a part of following. If we say we love Jesus, then we must have on our hearts what God has on His heart, and God has the world on His heart. Follow Influence Connect Go What is God’s word for us today? 1. Remember that going is a part ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Covenant Of Grace Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 27, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,337 views

    Are we submitting to God or still trying to live as His consultants? For the Christian, receiving the full portion of His grace depends on our answer to that and our willingness to submit to Him in every part of our life.

    God’s Covenant of Grace Grace Sermon Series, Part 9 Exodus 6:6-8 Introduction - Next Sunday we will complete this series - Today, let’s turn to the book of Exodus, Chapter 6 - God’s grace produces tangible results in our lives -- It gives us peace for the future and hope to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Sanctify Me Oh Lord

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 9, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,594 views

    To show that GOD needs sanctified and clean vessels to work with.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a sanctified vessel? Yes. Hebrews 2:11 & John 17:19 Hebrews 2:11 (Amplified Bible) For both He Who sanctifies [making men holy] and those who are sanctified all have one [Father]. For this reason He is not ashamed to call them brethren; John 17:19 (Amplified Bible) And so ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Spirit & His Gifts 3

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 17, 2015
     | 3,872 views

    Looking at the 3 spiritual gifts of utterance: prophecy, tongues, and interpretation of tongues.

    THE SPIRIT & HIS GIFTS 3 1 Cor. 12:8-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHAT FOOTBALL POSITION? 1. An elementary school girl was known for her bragging about her older brother who was on the Huntsville Hornets football team. 2. Of course, most people know that the Hornets have struggled in recent years ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • C Jordan avatar

    The Storyteller - The Parables Of Jesus: Secrets To Praying With Power

    Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,759 views

    In Jesus’ trilogy of parables on prayer, we learn three secrets to praying with power: having an urgent boldness, a hopeful perseverance, and a humble attitude.

    THE STORYTELLER: THE PARABLES OF JESUS #6: THREE SECRETS TO PRAYING WITH POWER OPENING HYMN: What a Friend we Have in Jesus JUST FOR FUN – CHILDREN’S PRAYERS: • Dear God, I went to this wedding and they were kissing right there in church. Is that OK? • Dear God, thank You ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Divinity Covers The Lord Inside And Out

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 18, 2015
     | 2,899 views

    To show that our Savior, the LORD JESUS CHRIST is True GOD and Divine, but became a man to save us.

    I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD your savior? Yes. John 14:6 & Acts 4:12 John 14:6 (Amplified Bible) Jesus said to him, I am the Way and the Truth and the Life; no one comes to the Father except by (through) Me. Acts 4:12 (Amplified Bible) And there is salvation in and through no one else, for there is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Give Thanks To God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,775 views

    Jesus invites us to take part in his feast for the soul. He urges us to eat until we are full. Only he can satisfy our deepest hunger-the quest for eternal fellowship with him. Our main purpose in life is to get spiritual nourishment and eternal life.

    A country preacher decided to skip services one Sunday morning to spend the day hiking in the wilderness. Rounding a sharp bend in the trail, he collided with a bear and was sent tumbling down a steep grade. He landed on a rock and broke both legs. With the ferocious bear charging at him from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "We Are Called To Imitate Jesus"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 18, 2015
     | 7,450 views

    Seeing Jesus in the vulnerable.

    "We Are Called to Imitate Jesus" Mark 9:30-37 One cold morning when I was in high school I was dropped off early for basketball practice, and the doors to the school were locked. A janitor who worked at the school opened the door for me and invited me into his office. As I sat there, he got ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Admiral Jesus And The Ship Of Faith

    Contributed by David Roth on Sep 19, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,762 views

    Proper 7 (b) Christ's words perform what they declare and deliver what they promise. We are assured that His promise of salvation in His name will bring us safely through.

    Mark 4:35-41 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Admiral Jesus and the ship of faith” Have you been on a ship? Have you been out to sea? Then you know how different it feels ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran