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  • Donny Granberry avatar

    From Frustration To Fullness

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Sep 20, 2007
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     | 4,368 views

    Before the Day of Pentecost, the disciples were frustrated that they could not cast the demonic spirits out of a boy. The Holy Spirit took them from frustration to fullness.

    From Frustration to Fullness By: Pastor Donny Granberry Galatians 5:1-7 1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. 4 You who are trying to be justified by law have been alienated from Christ; you have fallen ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Abortion --The Lord Hates Hands That Shed Innocent Blood

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
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    There is no sin that the blood of Christ can not wash away and make as white as snow. As much as Jesus hates the sin, He Loves the sinner

    December 6, 2005 Text Proverbs 6:16-17 ...The Lord hates …… hands that shed innocent blood. When I entered my usual coffee stop this morning, I noticed a discarded newspaper on top of the garbage can. I like to read –what luck – I saved 50 cents. I should have read the comics and done the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Nehemiah's Request Series

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 14,347 views

    Nehemiah knows what to request because he did his homework. During his time of waiting he used it to prepare for God’s purpose in his life.

    Nehemiah 2 (Third message in our stody of Nehemiah) Background: Nehemiah – a cupbearer for King Artaxerxes is upset over the destruction of his homeland in Jerusalem. We left Nehemiah last week doing something that is very brave and edgy. He went before the king with a sad face. Which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Reason

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,001 views

    God is constantly at work.

    Good Reason Matthew 26:1-68 1 When Jesus had finished saying all these things, he said to his disciples, 2 "As you know, the Passover is two days away-- and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified." 3 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people assembled in the palace of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ways To Pray

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,754 views

    Prayer is more than reading God a list of things He already knows. We may want to try some new ways to be more engaged in prayer.

    “Ways to Pray” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Are you satisfied with your prayer life? Or are you struggling? It’s not always easy to pray. Much of our problem with prayer is finding a method that works for us. We may grow discouraged or feel like ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Life Is Like A Game

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,454 views

    This is a funeral sermon for a longtime and well respected Coach, who lived a great Christian witness!

    Because I do some football officiating, especially as Umpire, it puts me out there in the middle of the game! When I moved to Uvalde, I first recall meeting Coach King on the Football field. I was officiating and Coach King looked at me with a bewhildered look and asked, “Are you my new ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Leading From Your Strengths Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 16, 2010
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     | 5,705 views

    There are several observations we can make about David in this conflict

    (I attended a clergy roundtable sponsored by the Ockenga Institute of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where we discussed this passage, and the following sermon is more of a group effort, our collective thoughts on the various strengths David drew from) We’re quite familiar with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    What’s God’s Law For? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 14, 2010
     | 4,462 views

    As Christians, living out God’s Law starts with our decision to say no to sin and yes to God and by putting on the full armor of God!

    Have you ever wondered, “Why would God create people when He knew they would go against Him?” Here’s a question that is somewhat related; “Why would God choose a people and give His Laws to them when God knew they would disobey?” The answer of course is always in the Bible! Please open your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Thinking Through Our Decisions

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 20,137 views

    Learning to make godly and sound decisions in light of the consequences that could potentially occur.

    THE STORY HAS BEEN TOLD ABOUT FORMER PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN WHO ONCE HAD AN AUNT WHO TOOK HIM TO A COBBLER FOR A PAIR OF NEW SHOES. THE COBBLER ASKED THE YOUNG REAGAN, "DO YOU WANT SQUARE TOES OR ROUND TOES?" UNABLE TO DECIDE, REAGAN DIDN’T ANSWER, SO THE COBBLER GAVE HIM A FEW DAYS. SEVERAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Investing In Eternity Series

    Contributed by Harold Hansen on Feb 1, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,124 views

    We neeed to be busy winning souls. Less on things.

    Investing in Eternity 1 Timothy 2:1-8 1 John 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Feast/The Excuses Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 28, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,688 views

    There are many excuses for rejecting what God has to offer, and God sees through them all. If we’re full of the world we’ll have no appetite for Heaven.

    Today’s parable starts out as table-talk. At a dinner, Jesus mentions “the resurrection of the righteous”, an encouraging truth. Someone at the table gets so excited, he declares a Beatitude: “Blessed is everyone who will eat at the banquet in the Kingdom of God!” ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Walking For Our Life As A Follower Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 27, 2015
     | 5,380 views

    This message looks at the christian walk as a lifestyle

    WALKING FOR OUR LIFE AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Philippians 3:16-19 however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained. 17  Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. 18  For many walk, of whom I often told you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 38: Preach A Rebuttal Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 17, 2018
     | 5,451 views

    Preach a sermon that disproves something

    Lesson Goal Learn how to preach a sermon that disproves something. Lesson Intro In Matthew 12:1-14, Jesus presents a number of rebuttals to the Pharisees. What is a rebuttal? It is a counterargument to disprove the evidence supplied by another party. It is a process for establishing truth by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Prodigal Son

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,470 views

    Jesus gives us an inside look at the heart of God the Father and at the same time showing the Jews that their special place and status is secure. Jesus did not come to remove them from their place but instead wanted to see them willingly take their place

    The Prodigal Son Luke 15:11-32 Today we look at a parable that many of us know well or at least we think we know it well. However as always the Holy Spirit of God desires to lead us into all truth or deeper truth about God’s word. It is important to remember that all of God’s word is meant to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Life Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,116 views

    God desires us to live by faith. The only way to please God is to live by faith. Faith is not a blind leap of faith it is instead a walk in the light.

    Intro: What does God want from us? Whether we are successful like the general or a servant like the young girl, or a prophet who shares the Word and will of God in this story God wants us to live a life of faith. Seasons 2 Episode 9 of Bones. Dr (bones) Brennan gives a completely false ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist