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  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    Gifts And Growth

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 21, 2023
     | 1,422 views

    In these verses we learn that our Lord Jesus Christ has given spiritual gifts to each believer. And that there is a purpose for the gifts. Too often many believers do not use the spiritual gifts that have been given to them. Surely our Lord does not want us to waste them.

    Alba 5-21-2023 GIFTS AND GROWTH Ephesians 4:7-16 Last Sunday was Mother's Day and my wife, Janine, was given several gifts. One of the gifts was a pre-paid card for a restaurant where we sometimes go. Guess what, we went there this past week and she intended to share, but when I paid, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sought By God

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 24, 2022
     | 2,554 views

    The evil and wickedness we are seeing in the world is breaking God’s heart. And He’s looking for a people to work with Him to give those who don’t know Jesus an opportunity to avoid the lake of fire.

    Turn with me to Genesis 18. I want to look at Genesis 18, but probably not for the reason that it was written. Oh, so you are going to take scripture out of context? No. You are getting ready to make scripture mean something that it doesn’t mean? No. It’s just that there so much that we can learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian And Social Media

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
     | 1,665 views

    In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, influencing how we communicate, share information, and connect with others. For Christians, engaging with social media presents both opportunities and challenges.

    Title: THE CHRISTIAN AND SOCIAL MEDIA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:8 “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why I Believe In Heaven

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 22, 2017
     | 5,422 views

    I HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY ON A FEW OCCASIONS TO HELP FRIENDS AND RELATIVES BUILD NEW HOMES. AS IT PROGRESSES SO TOO DOES THE ANTICIPATION OF THE DAY WHEN THEY MOVE IN. SHOULDN'T THE SAME BE TRUE ABOUT HEAVEN.

    WHY I BELIEVE IN HEAVEN REVELATION 21:1-7 I HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY ON A FEW OCCASIONS TO HELP FRIENDS AND RELATIVES BUILD NEW HOMES. I HAVE NOTICED A COUPLE OF THINGS WHEN THESE OPPORTUNITIES PRESENT THEMSELVES. FIRST, THAT’S CLOSE ENOUGH IS A PHRASE THAT IS NEVER HEARD. IF MEASUREMENTS ARE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Woman At The Well Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 54,578 views

    Keep your eyes open for opportunities in your everyday life to share the gospel with people, to offer them living water, so they too can worship God in spirit and in truth.

    Well, I’m sure you’ve all heard a sermon on the woman at the well a number of times. I think I’ve probably preached on it here at least twice before, so what I want to do today is not to look at all the features of the story, but just two or three important things that come out that might be ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    I'm A Prisoner! I'm Free! I'm Free!

    Contributed by Dan Chromy on Oct 21, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,388 views

    When we consider God’s purpose for our lives as a result of God’s grace, we will see the consequences of life as opportunities to serve God and to be effective witnesses for the gospel.

    Do you see every circumstance of your life as an opportunity to be a witness for the gospel? Throughout your lifetime, you will have many opportunities to serve Christ as a witness for the gospel. There will be times in your life when it is easy to serve the gospel, especially when everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Confirmation

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 14, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 20,042 views

    Jesus asks his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" At a young person’s confirmation s/he has the opportunity to say with Peter, "You are the Christ."

    Confirmation Sunday Matthew 16:13-18 19 May 2002 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah, and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." He said ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Whatever You Get, Pass It On

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,598 views

    Deacon ordination: Christ has won the victory, so yours is the opportunity to roll up the score with no fear of losing. Pass on what you have received in comfort, conversion, gifts.

    Some things, once they get started, cannot be stopped. There are just some things, once they get rolling, which cannot be interrupted. It’s just impossible. You’re a student and have an exam tomorrow. When the morning dawns and the sun begins to rise, no amount of wishing that the day light would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking For Work?

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,045 views

    Unemployment isn’t only high in the secular world, the harvest fields are suffering from lack of laborers. Need a job? Name your position. Opportunities couldn’t be better.

    LOOKING FOR WORK? James 2:14-18 14 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? 15 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, 16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Carter avatar

    6 Pots 5 Disciples 1 Savior

    Contributed by Chris Carter on Jan 19, 2011
     | 3,223 views

    We, as scholars of God’s Word today, have the opportunity to stand in the midst of this room and look around at the surroundings and observe a miracle and leave with an amazing understanding of our Savior.

    -Attending a wedding for the first time a little girl whispered to her mother, "Why is the bride dressed in white?" Because white is the color of happiness and today is the happiest day of her life." The child thought about this for a moment then said, "So why is the groom wearing black?" -Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He/She That Wins Souls Is Wise

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 5, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,613 views

    Soul winning was Jesus' main mission, ends human emptiness, interrupts the cycle of sin, honors the suffering of Jesus, and is the only brief opportunity of helping people switch eternal destinations.

    HE THAT WINS SOULS IS WISE Prov. 11:30 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: AGGIE HELPS SHSU WIN $1 M 1. Mick, a student at SHSU, appeared on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire” and won $500,000. He chose to risk it all on the final question. 2. "Which of the following birds does NOT build its own ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    God's Merciful Will Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 29, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 18,367 views

    God is holding back the establishment of His kingdom so that the multiplied billions may have a longer, & hopefully better, opportunity to hear the gospel, & come to repentance & faith in Jesus Christ.

    2 PETER 3: 8-9 [Our Precious Faith Series] GOD'S MERCIFUL WILL [Isaiah 55:6-11] After addressing the lost's mocking of God's Word and the Lord Jesus' seeming delay in returning to correct mankind in the previous verses (1--7), Peter goes on to speak about the restraint of the Lord in verses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Making A Difference

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015
     | 16,028 views

    How often do we brighten up the lives of others with special acts? • Or maybe a better question is, how often do we look for these kind of opportunities?

    A minister wore a carnation on his lapel every Sunday morning. • He never gave it much thought until one day after church, • A visiting boy about ten years old asked him if he could have it. • The minister handed it to him and asked him why he wanted it. • The boy said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Craig Condon avatar

    The Key To Happiness And Eternal Life

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 12, 2015
     | 3,864 views

    Our attitude as children of God must centre on a life that is lived in him. In return for his sacrifice we need to make good use of the opportunities Christ sends our way.

    The scene in Mark 8:27-38 is the climax of the first half of Mark’s Gospel. This first half focuses on miracles and gradually reveals Jesus as the Messiah. The second half explains the nature of that Messiahship and has far more teaching and far fewer miracles. Caesarea Philippi was located ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Validity Of Jesus

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 4, 2013
     | 5,566 views

    The Jews had a problem with Jesus healing the cripple by the pool on the Sabbath. Jesus used the opportunity to try to show them that he was the real deal; and quite frankly-they were not.

    THE VALIDITY OF JESUS John 5:16-47 1) Like Father, like Son (vs. 16-30). • Jesus is equal to the Father (vs. 16-18). Vs. 16-17-God created in six days and rested on the seventh. However, he didn’t rest from preserving and maintaining his creation. He governs the affairs of his people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ