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  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    Why The Christ Child

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017
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    WE CAN CELEBRATE THE FACT THAT GOD’S PRESENCE WITH US IS A CONSTANT SOURCE OF INSPIRATION AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR GOD’S CHILDREN. WE CAN GAIN COMFORT IN THE REALIZATION THAT BECAUSE GOD IS WITH US, WE CAN FACE LIFE'S SITUATIONS, KNOWING WE ARE NOT ALONE.

    WHY THE CHRIST CHILD ISAIAH 53:1-12 LAST WEEK WE BEGAN OUR ADVENT CELEBRATION LEADING UP TO CHRISTMAS BY LOOKING AT THE NAME “IMMANUEL – GOD WITH US.” THIS BLEST PROMISE ALLOWS US TO REALIZE THAT GOD IS WITH US EACH DAY OF OUR LIVES, NOT JUEST AT CHRISTMAS. WHEN WE CELEBRATE “IMMANUEL” WE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Barksdale avatar

    Genuine Faith Is Marked By Effective Prayer Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Aug 15, 2018
     | 9,847 views

    How’s your prayer life? Genuine faith prompts us to pray in all circumstances Genuine faith prompts us to learn to pray effectively

    Genuine faith is marked by effective prayer 5:13-20 How’s your prayer life? 1. Genuine faith prompts us to pray in all circumstances. James 5:13-16a? a. In times of suffering v.13a suffer (kakopathei): suffering from any source b. In times of gladness v.13b c. In times of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God's People Pray

    Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 16,750 views

    We know we should pray. In fact, Jesus, in His Word even taught us "how" to pray. But what really happens "when" we pray? This is a faith builder and will encourage your desire to pray even more!

    “WHEN GOD’S PEOPLE PRAY” Mark McCool TEXT: Matthew 6:6-13 6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. 7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Resurrection Appearance: Thomas- Why We Doubt (Lesson 3)

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 2,507 views

    Series: Resurrection Appearance

    INTRODUCTION: JOHN 20:24-29 What do we know about Thomas? Thomas was the 7th apostle called, and he had a twin brother, and served under Philip (Matt.10:3), managing the organization and administration of Jesus’ ministry. He was a detail man. Doubting Jesus. What will Thomas always be remembered ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Why Care About People? We Can Choose To Do It

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 3, 2012
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    We make a choice as to whether or not we will go out to win people for Jesus Christ.

    Why Care About People, We Can Choose To Do It Genesis 18:16-23 Mark 1:14-21 Glenville-11-2012 Today we are continuing our series entitled “Why Care About People.” Last week Pastor Toby spoke on We Can Choose To Do It, next week Pastor Kellie will speak on There’s a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Pray When You Are Discouraged

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 5, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,663 views

    When we are most discouraged, we need all the more to pray, because it is the time we needed Him most. God is faithful and will come to our aid, and very often providing us with both our present and future needs.

    Chap 18 - Elijah did a wonderful job - he challenged the false prophets and triumphed. • 450 prophets of Baal at Mount Carmel • God answered Elijah’s prayer with a holy fire (18:38) • Elijah slaughtered all the false prophets Now Queen Jezebel wanted to take Elijah life - within 24 hours. • Great ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Do All Pray-Ers Get The Same Results?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 22, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,351 views

    This message examines why some people are powerful in prayer while others are of little impact.

    - [Have some massive weights on platform off to the side.] I have before me here on the platform some heavy weights and I want to ask you a simple question: do you think I can lift these weights over his head? [Try it and can’t.] - Because I don’t work out, the fact that I could not lift ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord, Teach Us To Pray! Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,450 views

    In this particular passage of Scripture Jesus is concerned about how we pray. Because of that Jesus has given us some guidelines in this text for prayer, we will learn tonight those guidelines.

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 12 Lord, Teach us to Pray! Pm Service January 18th 2009 Matthew 6:5-15 Introduction Prayer is one of the greatest acts of the Believer. Taking to God weather it is by spoken word or by thought, is the actual act of fellowshipping with almighty God. When we think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perseverance In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Arulselvam Rayappan on Jan 14, 2026
     | 103 views

    We need to pray with perseverance. Jesus showed us its importance in his preaching and example

    To Listen to Him... Bishop Arulselvam Rayappan The Parables on Perseverance in Prayer We all know that our first Christian duty is to pray, and the best form of prayer is through the Eucharistic Celebration in which we participate today. This year, Luke's Gospel is in a special way called ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Praying Through Tough Times Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 4, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,096 views

    How are we to pray during tough times?

    What are we hearing today when we listen to the news, prosperous or tough times?? You’ve heard of the saying “When the going gets tough, the tough gets…. going!” How many of you think that Vince Lombardi said that? It was actually legendary Knute Rochne who started that phrase as he coached the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dan Erickson avatar

    Why God? (Tragedy)

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 11,917 views

    God speaks to us about situations we face in life, we need to let God's Word enter our minds and hearts and heal the grief, doubt and even the anger we may feel.

    There are certain times in life when all of us, no matter how strong our faith may be, cry out either audibly or inside our soul, and ask, "Why, God? Why did You let this happen? Why didn't You prevent this tragedy?" For many of us, one of those times was this past Monday when we heard that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Ready For Revival?

    Contributed by John Baggett on Oct 13, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    A Good Message For Leading A Church into Revival. 2 Chr 7:14 (1)Our Identification-If my people-(2) God’s Invitation -humble seek my face pray repent-(3) God’s Illumination-Will Hear,Forgive, Heal.

    I used this sermon the Sunday prior to the begining of revival services to be held at our church. There are notes at the end about powerpoint and video clip. **Are We Ready for Revival 2 Chronicles 7:14 In one week we will begin 4 days of revival services. In preparation we have been praying and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Why Trust Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 20, 2013
     | 5,319 views

    We do what we do because Jesus says so!!!

    Many of you have heard the saying “Jesus said it, I believe it, that settles it!” Not a bad statement! But as we will discover in our passage today, we are to simply say, and live with this statement: Jesus said it, that settles it! My prayer, as we learn more about Jesus today, is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Be Careful What You Pray For

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
     | 3,358 views

    We have to remind many people to pray because the devil will see to it that our lives are filled with people and things so we do not have time to even think about praying.

    But some of us do not have to be reminded because there are all kinds of emergencies that come up each day that remind us to pray. Illus: A mother and her five year old son were headed to McDonald's. On the way they passed a car accident. Whenever the mother saw something terrible like that, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Fellowship - It's What We Do! Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 30, 2007
    based on 50 ratings
     | 10,926 views

    This sermon gives five reasons why fellowship is important.

    Fellowship – It’s What We Do! The Importance of Fellowship Fellowship is the “glue” that keeps people connected to our church. According to the New Testament, fellowship is not optional for a Christian. It is mandatory! Jesus said: “I give you a new commandment: love one another. Just as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational