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  • Jason Jones avatar

    For Whom Do I Pray? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2018
     | 8,182 views

    Three truths about for whom and why to pray.

    Text: 1 Tim 2:1-8, Title: For Whom Do I Pray, Date/Place: WHBC, 3.18.18, AM A. Opening illustration: tell the story of Esther B. Background to passage: after the introduction in chapter one of Paul’s charge to Timothy to confront and correct some leaders in the church at Ephesus, Paul begins to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Words Of Kindness, Acts Of Compassion Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 20, 2024
     | 1,390 views

    Kindness and compassion are essential for living out our faith in today’s divided world. We are called to reflect God’s heart through our actions and words, promoting healing where division exists. By choosing kindness, we demonstrate the love of Christ to a world desperately in need of hope.

    ### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Kindness and Service — Church Fuel Video Transcript: “We need to be kind. We need to be a light. An act of kindness can have great impact. Kindness allows others to feel God’s grace through us. Let’s treat others as we would want to be treated. Be loving. Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is The Meaning Of Life?

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005
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    A haunting question with which we all deal is why we are living and what is the meaning of our lives. The Bible contains powerful answers that not only motivate us, but also shape us.

    THE SEVEN SERIVCE JUNE 9, 2002 Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 “What is the Meaning of Life?” INTRODUCTION We often ask many “Why?” questions. Usually they are frustrating and useless because there is no answer to them. There is one, “Why?” question that is vital for us to answer. The question is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Forgive Our Debts Just As (Part Two) Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 24, 2023
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     | 2,109 views

    In part two of this message we will answer 3 questions: Why we should forgive our debtors? What we should not do with our hurt? How to forgive our debtors?

    “Forgive Us Our Debts As...” Dismiss Grove KIDZ OKAY – let’s do this... AND MGCC – I want to let you know right out of the gate, THAT - we are going to be diving into some serious truth this morning. TRUTHS - that many of us would rather not deal with. TRUTHS - that most of us would prefer were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Believe In God

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2006
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     | 3,214 views

    What is God like? Why Should I believe in Him?

    1In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 2And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. And God said, Let there be… Genesis 1:1-3a (KJV) In the same way that a novel-writer will not ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Ultimate Wedding

    Contributed by Glenn Dale Pease on Aug 29, 2014
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    When Jesus gets married at the great wedding of the Lamb, then singleness will cease to exist, and all will be as it was in the garden of Eden: One couple-a husband and wife-an Adam and an Eve.

    THE ULTIMATE WEDDING Based on Rev. 19:1-9 By Pastor Glenn Pease Romance is the greatest power in the universe. It is the motivating power that will produce the new heaven and the new earth, and it is the power behind much of what has been created in this earth. The spectacular Hilton Hotel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parables Of The Kingdom – The First - The Sower Or Rather The Soil – Part 4 Of 5 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025
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    We are studying the third soil in the Parable of the Sower and now consider the reasons why the good seed gets choked by thorns. How many of us know someone who walked as a strong Christian but just departed the faith? It is a complex matter and we try to see why that happens.

    PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE FIRST - THE SOWER OR RATHER THE SOIL – Part 4 of 5 In the last message we did the seed that fell on the rocky soil, and we also did some of the seed that was choked by thorns. We will finish that choked seed this time. Let us revise the relevant verses from last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Body Building Program Part 3

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Nov 26, 2013
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     | 4,928 views

    A look at why the church in the first century grew.

    Last week I gave you a little history lesson on the church and we looked at 2 very important promises. Promise number one is that Jesus is going to build the church. He is the Rock, that the church is built up and secondly we learned that Jesus gave us the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Money Matters Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 2, 2012
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     | 5,997 views

    In this message we will look at the topic of money and why it is important to have some guardrails in place. Otherwise you might go over a cliff.

    Money Matters Matthew 6:24-31 As a seminary student part of my course study was in pastoral counseling. I remember one of my professors who told us this one day: he said one day you will be out there in a church doing marriage counseling and you are going to see couples who will come in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Are The Pure In Heart?

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 26, 2023
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     | 3,624 views

    Have you ever wondered why people considered pure in heart often have an unwavering faith in God and seem at peace with themselves? In this study, we will explore why they believe that no matter their life challenges, God will ensure that everything works out for their benefit.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 5:8) "Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God." (Psalms 73:1) "Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart." (Psalms 51:10-12) (10) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Finding Your Strength

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 23, 2009
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     | 13,688 views

    God promises us strength. So why do we find ourselves more weak than strong? What can we do to ensure power for every task?

    Finding Your Strength Griffith Baptist Church – 1/25/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 43 Key verse: Psalms 43:2 - For thou art the God of my strength: why dost thou cast me off? why go I mourning because of the oppression of the enemy? Premise: God promises us strength. So why do we find ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greedy For Good Times

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,361 views

    Why are we rarely as thankful as we should be? Perhaps it is because we are so wrapped up with God’s blessings that we forget their source; we are not willing to take the time or expend the patience it takes to say, "Thank You, Lord."

    Greedy for Good Times (Deuteronomy 8:10-11, 17-18, Luke 17:11-19) 1. Many of us have families spread throughout the nation. It is hard to get together, even for the holidays. 2. The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate to ruin ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Wonderful Word Of Life" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2016
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     | 5,226 views

    Why did John write the letter of 1 John?

    It's become very popular in our day for people to describe themselves as "spiritual." What this usually means is they're open to anything and everything. And in this day, where truth is seen as purely subjective, for a person to be "spiritual" can mean almost anything. This has led to confusion. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Impressions Really Matter Part Two

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 23, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,095 views

    Why first impressions matter

    God’s Glorious Church First Impressions Really Matter Part Two 1 Corinthians 10:31 Woodlawn Baptist Church April 24, 2005 Introduction In 1 Corinthians 10:31, the apostle Paul told the church at Corinth, “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Reaching Across Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 3, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 12,935 views

    The What, Why, and How of Missions.

    What’s going on? ---->When Hurricane Katrina left the Gold Coast in shatters, thousands of volunteers went to New Orleans and the outlying regions to help, and millions sent financial help to assist those displaced from their homes. The Red Cross set up and served hot meals to thousands, including ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist