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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Psalm 1 – This Way And That Way – Which Way Are You On? Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 5, 2022
     | 2,383 views

    Part 2 continues the examination of Psalm 1, the Psalm of The Two Ways. One is either in Christ or not in Christ; in the camp of the saved, or the camp of the unsaved; living with a glorious hope, or living with a fearful expectation. We draw out lessons from this Psalm.

    PSALM 1 – THIS WAY AND THAT WAY – WHICH WAY ARE YOU ON? PART 2 PSALM 1 – THE TWO WAYS This message continues on from PART 1 THE TREE OF VALUABLE BLESSING VERSE 3. {{Psalm 1:3 “and he will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water which yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A New Way To Spend Time Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 10, 2017
     | 8,672 views

    WE have a new way to use our time, a way that will benefit not only ourselves, but others

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Time. Time is something that one cannot buy or sell, it is something that we all have and we all must decide how to use the time we have. • Not all of us have the same amount of time left, but if we make it through the day, we all have roughly 24 hours, and we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Managing What Matters

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 9, 2025
     | 472 views

    Today's message asks us to manage our Christian walk

    Luke 16:1-13 "Managing What Matters: Growing as Faithful Stewards." 1. The parable of the shrewd manager challenges us to reflect on how well we manage our spiritual growth and the things God has entrusted to us • We live in a world obsessed with management—time management, money ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Go! And Do It With All Your Might - Ecclesiastes 9:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 165 views

    Ecclesiastes hits us with an honesty that is almost uncomfortable. It strips away illusions, forcing us to face the reality that our time on earth is limited.

    Go! And Do It with All Your Might - Ecclesiastes 9:10 INTRODUCTION — “Whatever You Do, Do It with All Your Might” There is a sense in which life is brief, time is fleeting, and opportunities come and go like the tide. Ecclesiastes hits us with an honesty that is almost uncomfortable. It strips ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Powerful Invitation Series

    Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 10, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 9,079 views

    Listen as Paul extends a powerful invitation to the Corinthians to go on in Grace.

    Going on in grace a powerful invitation 2 Cor.6:1-13 Intro: My last message to you was an appeal, an invitation to go on in Grace. Go on in letting God stoop and bend to you in your circumstances; Go on in allowing Christ to be your life; go on in the freedom that God set you free to enjoy; go on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Success In Life

    Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 7,330 views

    How are you SPENDING your life between the times you eat, sleep and brush your teeth? Are you accomplishing something meaningful Or are you letting that time slip by you.

    Success in Life Today, just 25 percent of adult Americans say "a lot of money" signifies success and accomplishment, down from 33 percent in 1996. What do people most associate with success and accomplishment: 83% say that doing those things that will make them feel Satisfied that they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Under New Management

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Feb 20, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 13,819 views

    God has placed his resources in our hands. We will have to give account for how we managed those resources, and we will have to bear the consequences of poor management.

    February 16, 2003 Luke 16:1-3 “Under new management” INTRODUCTION It was Valentine’s Day, and everyone knows that there is no better day to propose than that one. So a young man decided that he was going to take the plunge and ask his sweetheart to marry him. He took the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "How To Live Until You Die”

    Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 121 ratings
     | 13,491 views

    How to live an abundant & fruitful life.

    “How to Live until you Die” Ephesians 5:15-17 FROM TIME TO TIME I LISTEN TO COUNTRY MUSIC! I HAVE DISCOVERED THAT COUNTRY MUSIC CAN BE VERY PROFOUND IN ITS MESSAGE! FOR EXAMPLE...LISTEN TO THE TITLE’S OF A FEW COUNTRY MUSIC SONGS: - His Teeth Was Stained, But His Heart Was Pure - How Can I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reaching Our Potential In Christ Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,625 views

    In this message I am teaching the message that we find our purpose and potential in Jesus Christ, as individuals and as the church. Prayer, working together and focusing on Jesus are the main points.

    The Power of a Changed Life “Reaching Our Potential in Christ” Acts 1:12-26 Dale Carnegie wrote the book titled “How to Win Friends and Influence people.” It was an overnight success selling over 15 million copies. Dale Carnegie was a master at identifying people with great potential. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

    Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Aug 18, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,738 views

    As we follow Jesus, our Good Shepherd, He will lead us beside the still waters in paths of righteousness for His Name’s sake. He will also lead us straight through VALLEYS at times. This message fits everyone of us, because we all face valleys in our lifetime. You may be facing one right now!

    “THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH” Dr. Larry Petton Psalm 23 _________________________________________________________________ As we follow Jesus, our Good Shepherd, He will lead us beside the still waters in paths of righteousness for His Name’s sake. He will also lead us straight through ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Young Men Shouted - Old Men Wept

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,130 views

    Because of Israel’s refusal to abandon their idols They were taken away into captivity by the Babylonians.

    Text) Ezra 3:10-13 Introduction: Because of Israel’s refusal to abandon their idols They were taken away into captivity by the Babylonians. This captivity lasted 70 years, Jer. 25:11-12. (It began in 605 B.C., when Nebuchadnezzar invaded and subjugated Israel. In 586 B.C., Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Feeding The Five Thousand

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Aug 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,140 views

    A message on Jesus’ miracle by the shore of Galilee.

    FEEDING THE FIVE THOUSAND John 6:1-14 INTRO: We have read the story of this miracle many times and we know it was one of the greatest miracles performed by Christ. It is so significant that it is the only passage of the actions of Christ that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Game Day - Pt. 4 - 2 Minute Warning Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018
     | 4,164 views

    The game is decided by those who get in the game, not by those who sit in the stands! It is Game Day. Are you on the field?

    The 2 Minute Warning I. Introduction As much work, energy, effort and sweat that has been invested into a game it is inevitable. It is just a matter of time. The clock will run down. Time is ticking down. 2 minutes are left. Execution must now tighten. Everyone’s best effort must be given. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Be Foolish

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,498 views

    How we use our time reveals the priority God has in our lives. We should be careful to always seek first the will of God.

    Don’t Be Foolish – Ephesians 5: 15 - 20 Intro: I’m not real fond of country music. Perhaps it’s because my dad and his brothers had a country band that practiced at our house --- The one thing I do like about country music are the titles for the songs. Here are a few I remember reading in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Harvest Ii Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,701 views

    One must plant seed to reap a crop.

    • John 9:4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. • Never did Jesus encourage his followers or even those who were considering becoming his followers to wait until tomorrow. o He was gripped with the urgency of the hour and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal