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  • David Dykes avatar

    Use It Or Lose It! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 119 ratings
     | 22,214 views

    The parable of the Ten Minas is a wonderful lesson for Christians and how to take advantage of opportunities to serve the Master, the resources He has given us and how we will be judged by our management of these gifts.

    Use It or Lose It! Luke 19:11-27 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my heroes is Billy Graham. Although he is in his mid 80s, and battling Parkinson’s disease, he is still preaching the gospel. In 1996, he and Ruth were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for their service to America. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Leads Us

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Apr 19, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 5,777 views

    Examining why we don’t want to be led by God

    Psalm 23:1-6 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Be Wise About Your Tongue Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2024
     | 2,038 views

    One of the primary issues addressed in Proverbs is the use of our tongues. In this sermon, we explore the wrong and right uses of the tongue, and discuss how to control the tongue.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about an ancient philosopher named Xanthus who told his servant to go to the market and find the very best thing available to cook for a special dinner for his friends. 1. The philosopher and his guests sat down for the dinner and were treated to four courses of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unanswered Prayer (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,840 views

    God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Mat 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

    We have learned that God invites us to ask Him what we need (Matthew 7:7) because, number one, God wants us to be close to Him; number two, God wants us to always depend on Him; and number three, God wants to show His love to us. When we ask something from Him, we must be ready to get His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Grace Is For Us! Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,145 views

    With the grace we have received from the Lord we are to offer it to the world. As children of God, His ambassadors and royal priests, may we forgive our enemies and share the good news with the lost so that in seeing the Light within us they too might cry out Abba, Father please save us!

    God’s Grace is For Us! Genesis 50:14-20; Romans 8:28; 1 Corinthians 12:27; Acts 2:44; Romans 12:1; Joshua 1:9b Do you believe that God is always working for your good and for His glory? While no one is righteous (Romans 3:10-18), our hearts are above all are deceitful (Jeremiah 17:9), and like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revive Us As Our Righteousness - Revive Us Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,835 views

    PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.

    Revive Us - Part 3 Revive Us as Our Righteousness Jeremiah 23:6 One of the finest steamers to float Lake Champlain in Vermont, USA was the steamer "Champlain.’’ Cheer after cheer went up when she slid from her moorings on the dry-dock into the waters of the lake. Her machinery was perfect, her ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Revive Us As Our Provider - Revive Us Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,580 views

    PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.

    Revive Us - Part 4 Revive Us as Our Provider Genesis 22:1-14 It was a warm summer’s evening in 1968. My folks had been divorced for over a year, I was seven years old, old enough to know we were in trouble. My mother, my sister and I had been trying to survive in a single run-down hotel room on ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Revive Us As Our Elohim - Revive Us Part 8 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,871 views

    (PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.

    Revive Us - Part 8 Revive Us as Our Elohim Genesis 1:1 This morning I want to wrap of this powerful mini series we started at the beginning of the year entitled "Revive Us." We have been studying our way through just some of the names of God. Why are we studying the names of God? Well did you ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "High Expectations”

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Feb 16, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 12,677 views

    There are four truths that the Holy Spirit of God wants you to grasp as you labor diligently in the work of the Lord. As He brings revelation and illumination of these truths Christians will remain steadfast, faithful, and joyful in their work with Jesus

    Turn your Bibles to Jeremiah 29: 11 Title: “High Expectations” Theme: “Grasping the Promises of God in the Lord’s Work” Listen As I read Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Doing Good

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,231 views

    Every Christian has a responsibility to do good for the sake of the Kingdom.

    Acts 10:38 KJV How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. Matthew 5:16 KJV Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God At Work

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,820 views

    God is always at work. He is never idle. The question is whether we are going to come alongside HIm and engage in what He is doing, or stand in the way or idly by.,

    Passage: Daniel 2:1-21 Intro: God is the most active being in the universe. 1. there is never a moment when He is not engaged in meaningful activity 2. He never sleeps, He is never bored, He is always at work accomplishing His purposes. 3. even when He rested on the 7th day of creation He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Influence Of One Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 13, 2010
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,523 views

    Christians are to be the salt of the earth. 1. Salt is essential for LIFE 2. Has MEDICINAL properties 3. Is a PRESERVATIVE 4. Was used to promote HEALTH 5. Can kill WEEDS 6. Has the power to MELT ICE 7. Promotes THIRST

    The Influence Of One Have you ever wondered how much influence one person can have? A guard standing on a city wall can sound an alarm and wake a whole city to respond to what otherwise would be certain destruction. One good man may be the means of safety for thousands. A little influence can ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    The Guidance Of Our God

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 3, 2019
     | 4,736 views

    How God will care for us.

    THE GUIDANCE OF OUR GOD IF WE ARE SAVED GOD WILL GUIDE US INALL THINGS. (1) He will send us in pleasant paths Psalms 23: 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. (2) He will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Has A Door Open

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 20, 2019
     | 5,101 views

    The door today is open to all who will come to him.

    GOD HAS A DOOR OPEN Revelation 3:8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name. (1) Noah had a door open for him. Hebrews 11: 7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Drift Spiritual

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 5, 2018
     | 3,769 views

    Things the Devil uses to take our eyes off God.

    Why Do WE Drift Spiritual Ephesians 5: 15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. 18 And be not drunk with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist