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  • Ralph juthman avatar

    4 Life Changing Words

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Sep 18, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,501 views

    One of the most life giving thoughts is to know, GOD IS FOR YOU

    4 LIFE CHANGING WORDS Romans 8:31-39 ?: how P.S. God is for you INTRODUCTION: Illustration: Chippie the parakeet. How many are Max Lucado fans? Max Lucado is one of the most prolific Christian writers of this generation. He can take the most complex theological thought, and with a simple phrase or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Authentic Relationships: Being Real In An Artificial World Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 30, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,901 views

    How Christ’s friendship with His followers exemplifies the traits necessary to navigate our relationships through tough times.

    We begin a new series today on relationships. Every human being is created in God’s image and is therefore a relational being. Since we’re relational beings, if we have any hope of joy and peace and happiness in life we need to know how to “do” relationships. The majority of good relationships ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Songs Of Our Faith Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 8, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,473 views

    Part 4 focuses on the song "take My Hand, Precious Lord" by thomas A. Dorsey.

    Songs of Our Faith Part 4 Precious Lord Scriptures: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction: As you know I grew up in a small Baptist church that was located in the country. I lived in the south and our small church was typical of a small, close knit family church. As a family church there were certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Set Back To Come Back

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 13, 2023
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     | 7,991 views

    There may be a number of things dead or comatose in your life, in our nation and in the world that desperately need to come alive. Your hopes and your future can come alive. This is about comebacks. Comebacks are necessary because of setbacks.

    Turn to John 11:43, as today we delve into the subject of coming alive. Say that with me, "Come alive". Again. There may be a number of things dead or comatose in your life, in our nation and in the world that desperately need to come alive. Your hopes and your future can come alive. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Fire And The Calf

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 7, 2012
     | 3,394 views

    God told Joshua the reason He would not answer their prayers or protect Israel was because "there is sin in the camp". I believe that is true for the church and Christians today. If you're afraid to preach sin... don't look at this one.

    Sin in the Camp Joshua 7 Today I want to talk to you about something very serious… sin in the camp. I believe this is one of the biggest problems in the world today... sin in the camp.... Sin in God’s people I think most Christians do not take this very seriously because they say to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Battles

    Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 18, 2011
     | 4,493 views

    A look at the spiritual battles we face everyday and how to overcome them

    I don't know how you all feel these days about the state of Britain spiritually, but from the view of someone on the outside looking in things seem very dark and getting darker. In Korea I don't get to see much or be involved in many things concerning the UK but what I do do without fail, is watch ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Can Walk On Water??

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 26, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,950 views

    Jesus can take us through the trials of life.

    INTRODUCTION • There are times in life in which we face difficult challenges. How we face those challenges says a lot about us. • Are we the type of person who can only act upon what they can see before them or are we the type of person who can allow our faith in Jesus to stretch us further that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    That Sinking Feeling Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 10, 2011
     | 7,295 views

    Followers of Jesus can have hope though His divine 1) Authority (Matthew 14:22–23), 2) Knowledge (Matthew 14:24–25), 3) Protection (Matthew 14:26–27), 4) Love (Matthew 14:28-31), and divine 5) Power (Matthew 14:32-33).

    In his article, "Ten Years Later", R.C. Sproul said: "A full decade has passed since America suffered the tragedy of 9/11. Ten years ago, I repeatedly heard the question raised: “Where was God in all of this? Where was God on 9/11 when the planes crashed into the twin towers in New York, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Week Seven Christian Maturity Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,489 views

    As you received the Lord, so walk in Him!

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY I. INTRODUCTION This seventh and final lesson is the target of the other lessons. This lesson and the other six can be foundational blocks to begin or continue your Christian walk, to begin or increase your service to our Lord. Spiritual maturity and God’s use of you increase ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wilderness Season Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 9, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,322 views

    Psalms 13:1-2 " How long, O Lord, will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

    Psalm 13 captures David’s deep despondency and his struggle with God’s silence during a challenging period in the wilderness. This heartfelt lament reflects a profound sense of abandonment and a desperate plea for God’s intervention. David openly questions how long God will hide His face and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Wallace avatar

    How To Deal With Heart-Break Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,259 views

    Sermon from II Timothy 4:9-13 which shows how Paul dealt with great disappointments and heart-breaks due to the unfaithfulness of others.

    What Really Matters How to Deal with Heartbreak II Timothy 4:9-13 I’ve been a dedicated believer in Christ now for the last 44 or 45 years, more than 26 as a pastor. One of the things I’ve learned in that time is that a key to persevering in Christian life, and in particular in ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Operation Yo-Yo.

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010
     | 4,466 views

    Highs & Lows in Ministry. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    BACKGROUND: • When you read the book of Acts, don’t think villages, but cities. • The church in the Book of Acts was almost entirely urban. Quote Historian Wayne A. Meeks writes that; “Within a decade of the crucifixion of Jesus, the village culture of Palestine had ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • C Jordan avatar

    When Our Strength Is Gone

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 25, 2009
    based on 45 ratings
     | 19,459 views

    What do you do when your strength is gone, and you lose your hope, joy, peace and victory? God’s Word gives us four keys to restoring our strength and victory.

    WHEN OUR STRENGTH IS GONE YOGI BERRA QUOTES: (Yogi was a catcher for the New York Yankees) • I really didn’t say everything I said. • You should always go to other people’s funerals. Otherwise they won’t come to yours. • Never answer an anonymous letter. • If you come to a fork in the road, take ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Guidance: Finding Your Way In Uncertain Times

    Contributed by Mark Sanders on Aug 3, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,005 views

    We all face trials and tests in our Christian lives, but it is not the trials and tests that are significant, but how we respond to them. This sermon is an example of how I learned to rely on God more in uncertain times.

    SLIDE # 1 GOD’S GUIDANCE: FINDING YOUR WAY IN UNCERTAIN TMES PROVERBS 3: 5-6 When I left here last week, I was suppose to be finished with one week-long intensive course, home for the weekend, and heading to another week-long intensive course at IWU for next week. But, due to some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With Conflict Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 29, 2008
     | 5,390 views

    A part of the Romans series. How did Paul deal with the conflict over "salvation?"

    DEALING WITH CONFLICT Romans 4:9-12 * What comes to your mind when you hear this word; Conflict. For the normal person, the very word brings about some physiological changes which correspond to apprehension and stress. Perhaps your heart races, your blood pressure raises a bit, maybe your hands ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist