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Jeffrey Dillinger
Contributing sermons since Jan 1, 2000
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God's Grace, My Faith
Contributed on Jul 22, 2026
How does one balance God's grace and our faith when it comes to salvation? Why does Paul write the opening of chapter 2 looking backwards?
God’s Grace, My Faith (Eph. 2:1-10) Intro: A. I watch period dramas. The best thing about any period drama is what I call “The Good-Old Days” syndrome. I watch British period drams or shows like “When Calls the Heart” and think, “Wouldn’t it be great to have lived then?” The answer is NO!! ...read more
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The Prayer Of Paul
Contributed on Jul 13, 2026
Paul prays for God that they would have the eyes of their hearts enlightened so that they may know three things: (1) The Hope of God (2) The Riches of His Inheritance and (3) The Power of God
Things We Need To Know (Eph. 1:18-21) Intro: A. Last week as we studied the first 14 verses, we examined three spiritual blessings that come from God to us in this life. But here is what I love about Paul. When Paul shares some deep theology, he often follows it with either a prayer or a ...read more
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Blessed In Christ
Contributed on Jul 5, 2026
This sermon centers on understanding the God and the blessings that come from God.
Blessed In Christ (Eph. 1:1-14) Intro: A. Many disciples have been correctly taught the word “gospel” in the NT come from two Greek words: Good and News. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is, by its own wording, the good news of Jesus. It is the most common word used for sharing the message of ...read more
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There Is Only One God
Contributed on Mar 25, 2025
Naaman changed from an arrogant man to a humble man. He changed from a warlord to knowing The LORD. There are several points we learn from Naaman.
There Is Only One God (2 Kings 5:1-19) Intro: A. There are few things as frustrating as having a conversation with an arrogant person. No matter what you say, they think, act or pretend to know more than you. Often, they will talk down to you like you matter very little or that your ...read more
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Fourth Man In The Fire
Contributed on Nov 6, 2024
Three went in and three came out, but there was a fourth man in the fire with them. Who is that fourth man? Whoever the fourth man is, God got the glory.
The Fourth Man In The Fire (Dan. 3:24-25) Intro: A. Quick show of hands. How many of you are familiar with the incident where Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego were cast into a fiery furnace? Anyone remember that in your Bible? I want to start by telling you that we are around 15-20 years into ...read more
Newest Sermon Series
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Ephesians
Contributed on Jul 5, 2026
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Daniel
Contributed on Nov 6, 2024
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Questionable Living
Contributed on Jan 29, 2024
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Spritiaully Alive
Contributed on Mar 9, 2005
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Spiritually Alive
Contributed on Feb 3, 2005
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You Can Have My Room
Contributed on Dec 20, 2010
YOU CAN HAVE MY ROOM Wally was a 7th grade student who was bigger than any of the other students in his Sunday school class. His mother had been an alcoholic when he was born, and as a result, Wally just did not have all the mental capabilities that the rest of his classmates had. But somehow he ...read more
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Saying
Contributed on Apr 30, 2010
Saying “Good-bye” to Mom It is Mother’s Day weekend and my mom is dying from pancreatic cancer. She is only 65 and I will miss her very much. We are a family who believes in and loves God very much. Faith is the victory that overcomes. Right now, faith is what is needed to overcome my grief. ...read more
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A. He's Closer Than You Think. Gen. 1:1 "In ...
Contributed on May 26, 2007
A. He’s Closer Than You Think. Gen. 1:1 “In the beginning GOD!” That is a wow statement. God began us, created us. In the days of creation he waited until the last thing to create was mankind. God created Adam and Eve and it was like these two chairs right next to each other. But then Eve ...read more
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There Is A Story Told That Is Totally ...
Contributed on Apr 21, 2007
There is a story told that is totally fictitious, but the point is true. The story is that when Jesus went back up into Heaven, the angel Gabriel had a conversation with Jesus. This is just an illustration. He asked Jesus, “What happened while you down on earth? Did they make you king?” Jesus ...read more
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Many Years Ago, Al Capone Virtually Owned ...
Contributed on Jun 21, 2005
Many years ago, Al Capone virtually owned Chicago. He wasn’t famous for anything heroic. He was notorious for filling Chicago with everything evil. How did he keep himself out of jail? That is where his lawyer came into play. Big Al’s lawyer was nicknamed “Easy Eddie.” He was excellent at ...read more