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  • Mark Stepherson avatar

    Why Spend Time In The Word?

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Dec 29, 2004
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    God commands us to spend time in His word. That is the only reason we need. But He did not stop with giving a command. He has given us more, literally dozens of more reasons to spend time in the Word.

    "Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it." Joshua 1:8 God commands us to spend time in His word (see also: Ezekiel 3:10, 44:5, 2 Timothy 2:15). That is the only reason we need. But He did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Testigos Preparados Para Sufrir Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Sep 24, 2011
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    Soy testigo. Tengo el privilegio de creer y sufrir por Cristo.

    Testigos preparados para sufrir Intro: Recuerdo que cuando era niño y veía ciertos comerciales de la televisión, pensaba que lo que mostraban era literalmente cierto. Por ejemplo, cuando anunciaban aquellos muñecos de acción que se les veía entre la selva o tirándose desde un avión en su ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Cry Of A Wounded Warrior Series

    Contributed by Larry Pozza on May 1, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,073 views

    Psalm 79 is a lament psalm that teaches us how to take our questions to God in times of suffering.

    The Cry of a Wounded Warrior Psalm 79 Introduction A. In his book The Barbarian Way Erwin McManus uses the illustration of Robert the Bruce to speak of our calling to be warriors in this world. He says Robert the Bruce was a Scottish noble that rose up to lead Scotland to freedom after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Am I Here Today Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
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    This is the 1st sermon in the series "At The House Of God".

    Series: At The House Of God [#1] WHY AM I HERE TODAY? 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Chris (Congregational Reading): What is our vision? It is our vision to: 1. Lead the lost to Jesus Christ! 2. Live lives in the world that lead the lost to Jesus Christ! 3. Intentionally make all church activities about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why America Should Be Pro-Life

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on May 6, 2008
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    I submit to you that abortion is destroying the highest qualities of God that are present in the womb! Every human being at conception is formed after the nature and perfections of God.

    Who said these 2 statements…? “…Beings of an inferior order, and altogether unfit to associate with the white race, either in social or political relations, and so far inferior that they had no rights which the white man was bound to respect.” “Maternity or additional offspring may force upon the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If It Is In The Bible Is It Okay With God

    Contributed by David Owen on Nov 28, 2012
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    People in the Bible had more than on wife why can I.

    I have had several people say to me over the years that I don't see why it is not okay for me to have more that one wife. Abraham did. Well let take a look and see if it was alright with God if he had more than one wife. Genesis chapter 16 verses 3 and 4. And Sarai Abram's wife took Hagar her ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Overcoming Affliction Series

    Contributed by Jerlette Mickie on Dec 23, 2013
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     | 22,841 views

    This sermon gives real life meaning to affliction in its greatest form. the contents in this message is to encourage the reader to trust God in every way possible and to know that the outcome is far greater than our beginning.

    Overcoming Afflictions Dr. Jerlette Mickie Psalms 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. David states clearly in Psalms 34:19 that no matter what may be your condition, one must have the faith to believe that God will deliver them out from ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Star Wars Is Better Than Titanic: A Devotional For Valentine's Day

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 8, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,033 views

    Using the titanic and star wars motif to speak about the profound mystery of the love of God for the church, His bride!

    Why Star Wars Is Better Than Titanic: A devotional for Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day, ah romance, some people think one of the best stories of romance in recent history is that movie Titanic. But let me tell you why star wars is better romantic story than titanic. * The Titanic is big, but it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Where There Is Suffering You Will Surely Find The Savior

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Mar 26, 2014
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    The Father's will is to heal and bless his children. Some are satisfied with bodily healing; we must go a step further and receive spiritual healing.

    Today’s story from John’s gospel is about a solitary human being who was born blind. He had never seen a sunrise or the beauty of a flower. He hadn’t seen the face of his parents or another human being and yet…….. he never complained. He was alive but his ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Trialful Joy

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2009
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    Trials and tests are no fun. James doesn’t tell us to consider it fun but to "consider it all joy." Trials and tests are gut wrenching and drawn out at times, but the one thing that we must know is that God is with us through the whole ordeal.

    Opening illustration: After William Carey was well established in his pioneer missionary work in India, his supporters in England sent a printer to assist him. Soon the two men were turning out portions of the Bible for distribution. Carey had spent many years learning the language so that he could ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He Knew

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 19, 2019
     | 3,013 views

    A study of Psalm 22: 1 - 31

    Psalm 22: 1 – 31 He knew To the Chief Musician. Set to “The Deer of the Dawn.” A Psalm of David. 1 My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me? Why are You so far from helping Me, And from the words of My groaning? 2 O My God, I cry in the daytime, but You do not hear; And in the night season and am ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    I Don't Want To Suffer Anymore

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 31, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,072 views

    We want two things when we suffer; for the suffering to stop, and for it to stop now. But the Bible has a different perspective

    Passage: James 5:7-12 Intro: 1. the typical and understandable response to suffering is to end it. Il) see suffering, we want to alleviate it, rescue the cat in the tree, the puppies stuck in the drainpipe, the horse that has fallen through the ice. ` 2. James in this passage is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Always Thank God

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013
     | 3,451 views

    To enumerate the reasons why we need to thank GOD always.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you always thank GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the reasons why we need to thank GOD always. IV. TEXT: Philemon 1:4-5 (Amplified Bible) 1:4 I give thanks to my God for you always when I mention you in my prayers, 1:5 Because I continue ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trouble With A Capital "T" Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 9, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,640 views

    Suffering, Comfort, Troubles, Ministry

    The Comfort Zone…Where We Are Really Uncomfortable Trouble with a Capital “T” 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 (p. 803) September 11, 2016 Introduction: We started a new study this last Wednesday evening…it’s powerful stuff from Kyle Idleman called, “The End ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy In The Midst Of Trouble

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,339 views

    Joy to the world, the Lord is come! "It’s the most wonderful time of the year!" Or is it…? What one word describes Christmas for you? It is joyful? Or is it Depressing? Stressful? How do we experience God’s joy?

    THOUGH TROUBLE, YET JOY! INTRODUCTION: “Joy to the world, the Lord is come! It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Or is it…? What one word describes Christmas for you? Is it joyful? Or is it depressing? Stressful? How do we experience God’s joy? OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Santa ...read more

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