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  • Dr. Zachary Sizemore avatar

    How To Find The Bottom

    Contributed by Dr. Zachary Sizemore on May 5, 2020
     | 3,077 views

    This sermon explores the life, calling, and failures of Simon Peter. The Lord doesn't throw the clay away, he just remolds it.

    HOW TO FIND THE BOTTOM Matthew 26:69-75 Intro: It seems there was this wild duck, who with his mates was flying in the springtime northward across Europe. During the flight he came down in a Danish barnyard where there were tame ducks. He enjoyed some of their corn. He stayed for an hour, then for ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    A God Of New Beginnings

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,471 views

    There are many people who wish they had a new beginning; to those experiencing trials and hardship; and those who are suffering from poor choices; to those who are lost and dying in their sin - and God can give new beginnings!

    In December of 1934, John and Betty Stam, a young American missionary couple assigned in China, were captured by Communists and eventually martyred for their faith. Captured with them was their baby daughter. One of the other prisoners, as he was being released from Jingde Prison, overheard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    A Ruler Called Peace

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 18, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,804 views

    Christmas: Prophecy is "encouraging" when it speaks of future blessing. The fulfillment of prophecy can "increase our faith." This messianic prophecy will both encourage us and strengthen our faith in God's love for the world.

    This morning, we’re going to examine a passage from the book of Micah that relates to the Christmas season; and I’ve entitled our message, “A Ruler Called Peace.” “Micah [prophesied] during the reigns of four kings in Israel and three kings in Judah. He probably wondered, as he watched the parade ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Error Of Balaam – Making Profit From The Work Of The Lord – Part 1 Jude 1:10-11b Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 13, 2022
     | 3,097 views

    A donkey in the hands of the Lord, is superior to a donkey of a man. Balaam was the real donkey. If it was not for an obedient donkey, Balaam would have died as a disobedient donkey, and the obedient donkey would have lived. Jude continues the message on false teachers

    THE ERROR OF BALAAM – MAKING PROFIT FROM THE WORK OF THE LORD – PART 1 Jude 1:10-11b {{Jude 1:10 “These men revile the things which they do not understand, and like unreasoning animals, they are destroyed by these things which they know by instinct. Jude 1:11 Woe to them for they have gone the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Prophetic Lessons From The Tabernacle - Part 1 - Brazen Alter - Laver - Veils - Holy Place - Table Of Shewbread Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 17, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,230 views

    The Tabernacle occupies a prominent place in the Bible. It is essential to learn the meaning of its structure to understand the books of Hebrews and Revelation to help teach spiritual truth and explain the ways of God.

    The Tabernacle is 'mishkan' in Hebrew and means 'dwelling-place' where God chose His Shekinah Glory to dwell. The word 'Shekinah' comes from the Hebrew word 'shakan,' which means to reside or permanently stay. The Tabernacle was a portable tent/sanctuary in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace Enough

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 20, 2014
     | 6,645 views

    A sermon describing the grace of God.

    "Grace Enough" Romans 5:12-21 Romans 5:15 But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many. Introduction: I. The Guilt That We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Have Your Way

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,896 views

    Just step aside, and allow God to take over. Let go and let God! Give up your gloom and doom, and put your future in God's hands. That worry that creases your brow and reminds you continually just how horrible your situation is can be turned into a smile.

    Opening illustration: Consider this scenario, the building all around you is burning. You are too far up to jump, because landing on the ground would surely kill you. The flames and smoke have forced you out of the window and onto the ledge. You are hanging onto the ledge to avoid the flames and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Transformed By Jesus Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 19, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,238 views

    Acts 9:19b-31 teaches us what happens when Jesus transforms sinners.

    Introduction Augustine of Hippo was born in Thagaste, a Roman province of North Africa, in 354 AD. He was raised by a Christian mother, Monica, and a pagan father, Patricius. Augustine’s early life marked by a deep search for meaning and truth, which led him to explore various philosophical and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Worship Is A Matter Of Who, Not How

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 1, 2014
     | 5,795 views

    If we fail to meet the Lord Christ in worship, our efforts will be futile.

    “The hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” [1] Christians have been fighting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Creating A Fighting Marriage Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,184 views

    We can have disagreements without destroying our marital relationship.

    Making A Masterpiece Marriage Series Creating A Fighting Marriage (3 of 3) February 16, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A couple had been arguing about everything for years. Both spouses were tired of living in their state of perpetual conflict. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Fire In His Lap Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 12,186 views

    #3 in Proverbs & Parables Series Proverbs 6 God has built the firewall of marriage around sexual intimacy for our protection

    Fire in his lap Proverbs 5-7 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 6: 27-33 INTRODUCTION: Our new house has a fireplace, so I’m learning how to build good hearty fires. You want one that burns brightly and puts out at least some heat without sending out smoke into the room. I’m learning that keeping a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Marty Baker avatar

    Can Death Be That Bad? Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 123 ratings
     | 6,031 views

    This message proides a glimpse into the Afterlife through the eyes of the rich man in Luke 16. It was presented to a Seeker-Sensitive Congregation.

    Can Death Be That Bad? Dr. Marty Baker / March 10, 2002 / Luke 16:19-31 Last week I began a three week series focusing on the Afterlife. We asked the question: Can we talk to the dead? We talked about the syndicated television show, Crossing Over With John Edward. As you may know, John Edward ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    How To Deal With Mistreatment

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,125 views

    This message encourages us on how to deal with people who mistreat us.

    GENESIS 40:1-23 “HOW TO DEAL WITH MISTREATMENT” A) The common tendency when we are mistreated is to seek revenge! * I think of a despondent woman walking along the beach when she saw a bottle on the sand. * She picked it up and pulled out the cork, and Whoosh ... A big puff of smoke appeared. * ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Bryan avatar

    All Roads Lead To Heaven--Right?

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on May 23, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,331 views

    The world is rapidly changing. Among those changes are people’s views toward religion. While it used to be choice between Methodist, Baptist, Christian Church, etc., people now find themselves trying to decide between Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, etc.

    ALL ROADS LEAD TO HEAVEN–RIGHT? Acts 17:16-34 INTRODUCTION: ILL> A stranger entered the church service in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    What's A Body Good For?

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2001
    based on 33 ratings
     | 2,793 views

    A message concerning how the church can have an impact for Christ in an area.

    What’s a Body Good For? Various Scriptures (May 27, 2001) Introduction We’ve all heard the phrase, “good for nothing.” Some of us have been called that. It is never a compliment, is it? It hurts to be called that, especially by those we care about. Too often the church, the Body of Christ, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan