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  • Mark Elkins avatar

    The Cycle Of No Purpose Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Mar 24, 2008
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    Are you tired of having no purpose? Are you weary from wasting all of your energy on unproductive things? Are you ready for a change? Are you willing to trust God?

    THE CYCLE OF NO PURPOSE Jonah 1 Two gas company service men, a senior training Supervisor and a young trainee were out checking meters and parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked there way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking out her kitchen window watched the two men ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let’s Make A Deal

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 11, 2013
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    Everything including our own bodies is aging, decaying, and just wasting away. It is all corruptible and temporal. But the devil still whispers, “Let’s make a deal”.

    INTRODUCTION In the 1960’s there was a very popular game show on television... entitled “Let’s Make A Deal!”, with Monty Hall the idea for the show involved contestants trying to win what was behind one of three doors. Typically there was a really nice prize (ie. a car; vacation) behind one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Drug Addicts Fate

    Contributed by Sheryln Miller on May 20, 2017
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    How will Jesus judge drug addicts? Will He say depart from me I never knew you because they wasted their lives pursuing empty pleasures?

    There are many Christians hooked on prescription drugs. Some are hooked on pain medication, some are hooked on anti-depressants and alcohol. I know there are Christians who legitimately need pain medication and anti-depressants but there are some who don’t need them or need as much they are using. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Harvest Is Truly Plentiful (But The Laborers Are Few) Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Mar 2, 2020
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    It is important to be about the Lord's business till He comes. Why? Because the harvest is great, but will go to waste if there are no or too few laborers to bring it in.

    We have been looking at what we are supposed to do while waiting for Jesus’ return. As we examined over the past two weeks the parable Jesus told concerning a nobleman who left ten Minas with his servants prior to leaving for a distance country to receive a kingdom (Luke 19:11-27). The charge the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Great Losses

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 26, 2001
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    There are many great losses in life. Three are considered here: the lost book, the look opportunity and the lost soul.

    GREAT LOSSES INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told about a police car that pulled up in front of grandma’s house and grandpa got out. The police officer explained that he found this elderly gentleman wandering around the park. He said he was lost and couldn’t find his way home. Grandma said, “Oh, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sacrifice Of Love

    Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 3, 2004
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    A call to Christians to render service to the Lord whenever they can, not waiting for a "better opportunity," nor seek men’s approval.

    OUTLINE  Introduction  Supper at Bethany  Sacrifice of Mary  Slighting / Selfishness of Judas  Slave or Savior in Jesus  Support by Jesus  Setting for Jesus’ burial  Souvenir of Mary’s sacrifice  Savior’s call Introduction So ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "A Call To Serve"

    Contributed by Elvis Burrows on May 25, 2013
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    This sermon highlights the key characteristics and benefits of a life of faithful service to God. It challenges those in Leadership positions, (especially teachers) to take their roles seriously and to remain faithful as they continue to serve God.

    "A Call to Serve" MARCH 22, 2009 CENTRAL ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 2 TIMOTHY 2:1-7 SALUTATION CONGRATULATE WORKERS FOR JOB WELL DONE - FOR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THE TEACHING MINISTRY OF THE CHURCH – LETS CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THEM, AND PRAY THAT GOD WILL SEND MORE COMMITTED WORKERS INTO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Opportunistic Infections

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 15, 2012
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     | 15,447 views

    Life can cut you wide open. More dangerous than the cuts of life, is the very real danger that spiritual bacteria will take advantage of the situation and turn a person from God.

    Opportunistic Infections An opportunistic infection is an infection caused by pathogens, that take advantage of certain situations. These infections usually do not cause disease in a healthy host, a compromised immune system, however, presents an "opportunity" for the pathogen to infect. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Marvel At God's Mercy

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 15, 2018
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    Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it.

    Weekend Message/Devotion April 15, 2018 Acts 3:1-19 Why Marvel at God’s Mercy? Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it. In this account of Peter and John entering the gate called Beautiful, leading to the temple, we read of their encounter with a man born crippled; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Key To Greatness

    Contributed by Delishia Davis on May 5, 2017
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    Christians have an example of greatness and a strategy to reach that point in life. If you want to be great, follow the words of our Lord and serve with humility.

    Jesus got them together to settle things down. “You’ve observed how godless rulers throw their weight around,” he said, “and when people get a little power how quickly it goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Life Is Better At The Beach - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 7, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,414 views

    Today we will talk about how God has designed each of us in our own unique way. We will discover that sometimes we have to search for purpose before we can live it and we will talk about “Playing in the Sand”.

    ¥ I use everyday life illustrations because I want us to understand that God is trying to communicate with us everyday! There is a message from God in almost everything that we see, touch, taste, smell or feel. God is everywhere just waiting for His creation to cry out for its Creator! Psalms 19:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    From The Dungeon To The Palace

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 18, 2014
     | 12,626 views

    After many years of waiting and character preparation, God has finally promoted Joseph from the Dungeon to the Palace. In the same manner, we have to be ready when the Lord will promote us. There are three important things we need to remember.

    FROM THE DUNGEON TO THE PALACE We have been talking about the life of Joseph. Today, we will look at his promotion to be the second highest in the land. The last time we saw Joseph, he was languishing in an Egyptian prison. He was in prison for doing the right thing and honoring God in His ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    2020 Vision

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2020
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    It is clear to see that we have much to do for Christ and the open door to do it!

    1 Corinthians 16:9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. 2020 is a great and open door for ministry, The sky is the limit. There are many needs so there is one or two somewhere you can meet whether you are 8 or 88. God is on your side for ministry, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    "love God’s Style:" The Good Samaritan

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 2, 2023
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    In our parable this Sunday, “Love God’s Style,” or what Bible Scholars call, “The Good Samaritan,” we’ll be looking at the issue and Jesus’s answer to the question, “What is our reaction when confronted with people that are in need?”

    Parables to Live By “Love God’s Style” Luke 10:25-37 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yfDKJ1jbr0 When looking at the parable we’ll be looking at today, the topic of love is at its heart, and hence the name I am calling this parable, “Love God’s Style.” Now, when this ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Power Of Divine Connections Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025
     | 477 views

    Divine connections are God's instruments for fulfilling our destiny. Ruth's connection with Boaz changed her life forever. David needed Jonathan, Joseph needed the butler, and Paul needed Barnabas.

    THE POWER OF DIVINE CONNECTIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ruth 2:8-10 "Then Boaz said to Ruth, ‘You will listen, my daughter, will you not? Do not go to glean in another field, nor go from here, but stay close by my young women. Let your eyes be on the field which they reap, and go ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God