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  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Thank God For The Thorns

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 12, 2025
     | 977 views

    How do we respond to the thorns that just won't go away? Paul gives a great example and encouragement in what to do.

    2.16.25 2 Corinthians 12:7b–10 (EHV) 7 I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me, so that I would not become arrogant. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord about this, that he would take it away from me. 9 And he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Be A Christian - Expect Trouble

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,461 views

    As a Christian Jesus encourages us to see that we should expect trouble...but fortunately our life is neither shaped by trouble or stopped by trouble.

    When you sense difficulties how do you react? When you sense problems what is your response? Maybe you are like this bloke Jeff was happily carrying a box of photocopier paper through the office, when out of no where jumped his friend Fred scaring him Instantly Jeff jumped The box of paper went ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Feeding Yourself Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 13, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 17,610 views

    Its impossible to grow in your relationship with God without growing in your relationship with God’s Word.

    Feeding Yourself 1 Peter 2:2 Rev. Brian Bill 4/13/08 God Tube Video: “Week in the Life of a Neglected Bible” Note: I began the service with this video and then went right into preaching. Then praising through song followed. If you and I are not reading the Bible on a regular basis, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Sticks And Stones..."

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 19,340 views

    This sermon reveals the true power of our words and our responsibility as Christians to choose them wisely.

    “Sticks and Stones...” There is a familiar old saying that we’ve all heard, it goes like this; “sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me.” Now, this is a response that probably everyone in this room today has uttered in the wake of some terrible barrage ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Will You "Mary" Jesus?

    Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Aug 4, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,307 views

    The Story of Mary & Martha with Jesus is used to challenge Christians regarding their choices and God’s Word.

    August 1, 2004 — Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 10:38-42 Will You “Mary” Jesus? I. Choose Love II. Sit Down Already and Listen III. ‘Til Death Do You Join Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Certainty Of Faith

    Contributed by Pastor Sam Georgis on Jan 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,958 views

    We’ve been raised believing in things... but the lord said BELIEVE IN ME AND MY WORD!

    1 Timothy 1:8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me His prisoner, but share with me in the sufferings for the gospel according to the power of God, 9 who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Journey Toward Easter

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 10, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,095 views

    This message focuses on the words of Jesus from the Cross. As we think about the final words of Jesus as he hung on the cross we begin to understand the pain, passion and love Jesus had for you and for me.

    Journey Toward Easter Matthew 21:1-11 Today we begin our journey toward Easter. Passion week starts with the march of Jesus into Jerusalem. We celebrate the Triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday next Sunday. The last week of Christ’s public ministry was jam packed and filled ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Be Devoted Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,148 views

    Part 4 of this series is all about taking a fresh look at the power of the Word of God. It is a powerful book that comes to life and when we full engage in His Word it will literally change us for eternity.

    Spring Life Part 4- Be Devoted Pastor Ryan Akers Video- Bible Facts- (Sermon Spice) OWU- Kids lack of desire to learn what they were called to do.- I didn’t begin really digging into the bible until college. When I did I learned just how powerful the words inside these pages are. It is a timeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Thank God For Brocolli

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,430 views

    We live in a world full of opinions. Yet there is a fine line between having an opinion and passing judgement. The Greek word for Judgement is ¡¥krino¡¦ and is the same word used for ’Condemn’. The Bible confronts the issue of judgementalism.

    The main title will make itself clear as we progress. We live in a world full of opinions. Yet there is a fine line between having an opinion and passing judgement. Greek word for Judgement is ¡¥krino¡¦ and is the same word used for Condemn The Bible confronts the issue of judgementalism. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Does God Use?

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,897 views

    The secret of reaching men is to know the secret of reaching God. The most powerful ongoing Christian witness has always been the speaking of God’s Word by one who is living in God’s Word.

    Who does God use? Whom does God use? Those who are willing to be used by Him. All believers are candidates for Kingdom service. Your ability is not the issue, but your availability. Why use a shoe? A recent U. S. census revealed that a majority of Americans used a shoe to drive a nail into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Prayer With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 18, 2007
     | 4,407 views

    This the first sermon in a series through the Lord’s Prayer based on the question of a disciple in Luke 11:1 Lord teach us to pray. Jesus uses the word "abba" it is a word of tender, personal connection.

    In Jesus Holy Name April 15, 2007 Text: Luke 11:1-4 Easter II - Redeemer “Prayer With A Purpose” In Luke, Chapter 4 we have a short version of the Lord’s Prayer. A nameless disciple has been watching Jesus for some time. We don’t know exactly how long he has observed Jesus’ life, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mike Turner avatar

    The Worship God Desires Series

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 404 ratings
     | 25,742 views

    Ask a hundred people what is worship....and you’ll probably get 100 different answers. What does the Word tell us about worship ? This series deals with "The Word On Worship"

    The Worship God Desires John 4:16-24 Jesus had came to Samaria for one purpose. He came there to transform the life of a woman. One who had been confused, abused, and used. Here was the root of her problems. 1. Her Relationships Were Wrong. Jn. 4:16-18 2. Her Reasoning Was Wrong. V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Tilton avatar

    Sheltered Series

    Contributed by Joe Tilton on Nov 18, 2013
     | 7,679 views

    The earth won't last forever, according to Jesus. Troubling times are ahead, and those are Messiah's words. Is there an escape? Yes, but only one way. Hey, it's not my words! Go to Luke 21

    Message November 17, 2113 Sheltered One day a lady was driving on the highway. She frequently checked her speedometer to be sure she was within the speed limit. She looked into the rear-view mirror, and much to her dismay, she saw a police car not far behind. And, to make things worse, the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Our Dependence

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,691 views

    The Word of God teaches us that man can do nothing apart from God. As believers we are to recognize our union with Him and demonstrate our understanding of our dependence in both word and deed.

    Our Dependence John 15:5 The Declaration of Independence states that “all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” The words freedom and liberty do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace - How We Respond By Faith

    Contributed by Willem Nel on Feb 7, 2010
     | 3,818 views

    The purpose of this message is to show that God has already done and paid for what we will need for in this life. Faith is our response to this grace. The best way to respond is by aligning our words and action with His Word.

    Week 3 By Grace through Faith – How this work together? Eph 2:8 (NKJV) For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?— 7 Therefore know that only those ...read more

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    Denomination: *other