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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Life Rooted In Christ Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 4, 2025
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    This is the 21st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#21] A LIFE ROOTED IN CHRIST Luke 6:43-49 Introduction: My School job has been extremely busy- Between all of the State reports and managing the Grounds, I have been very busy. Last week, 1 of the Schools had us plant a tree for them; but we are very concerned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Never Meant For You To Lose

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 31, 2018
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    At a place called Ebenezer, Israel lost 34,000 men and their faith in God. After 20 years of misery, they faced the same battlefield and the same enemy. But this time they had victory. Did God want them defeated the first time? No! And God never meant for YOU to lose either!

    GOD NEVER MEANT FOR YOU TO LOSE 1 Sam 7:2-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: B. TEXT 4:1Now Israel went out to battle against the Philistines, and encamped beside Ebenezer. 2 Israel was defeated by the Philistines, who killed about four thousand men. [Israel brought the Ark of the Covenant to the battle.] ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Awakening Faith Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 14, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,032 views

    This is the 27th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#27] AWAKENING FAITH Luke 8:19-25 Introduction: Today, as we celebrate Father’s Day, we remember how important faith, trust, and guidance are in our lives. Just like a father’s love can help his children feel strong and confident, our Heavenly Father wants to awaken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Jesus Meets The Broken Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 22, 2025
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    This is the 28th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#28] WHEN JESUS MEETS THE BROKEN Luke 8:26-39 Introduction: This morning, we will look at a powerful story where Jesus meets a man who is very broken and hurting. In a World full of pain and suffering, this story shows us that Jesus does not stay away from our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dont Let Anyone Look Down On You

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 18, 2004
    based on 177 ratings
     | 82,872 views

    Age does not matter, live and they will glorify God.

    Introduction: A drunk was miraculously converted at a Bowery mission. Prior to his conversion, Joe had gained the reputation of being a dirty wino for who there was no hope, only a miserable existence in the ghetto. But following his conversion to a new life with God, everything changed. Joe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer: Our Most Powerful Weapon Series

    Contributed by Daniel De Bruin on Nov 5, 2015
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    The one thing the enemy wants to stop a believer from doing daily; is prayer. Prayer is the thing that every believer can not do without, whether you are newly converted, Senoir pastor or Bishop.

    The one thing the enemy wants to stop a believer from doing daily; is prayer. Prayer is the thing that every believer can not do without, whether you are newly converted, Senoir pastor or Bishop. The problem that we experience though is that people do not know what power they possess in prayer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    What's So Important About Pentecost? Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 28, 2003
    based on 234 ratings
     | 56,060 views

    A look at the importance of this sometimes missed church holiday.

    WHAT’S SO IMPORTANT ABOUT PENTECOST? ACTS 2:1-13 INTRODUCTION…Power for the Church by unknown Power can be used in at least two ways: it can be unleashed, or it can be harnessed. The energy in ten gallons of gasoline instance, can be released explosively by dropping a lighted match into the can. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Purpose - Building Up Christians Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001
    based on 440 ratings
     | 58,227 views

    Here are some reasons why it is vitally important that we are "building each other up" & growing as Christians.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2019) TEXT: Ephesians 4:11-16 A. Last week we started looking at the purpose of the church, & I asked these questions, "Why does the church exist? What is our purpose?" We concluded that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Hours Of Darkness

    Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 22, 2003
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     | 55,524 views

    Do you know why there were three hours of darkness while Jesus was on the cross? Do you know what took place during those three dark hours? Find out in this message.

    THREE HOURS OF DARKNESS By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. [Today’s text] Matthew 27:45-53 "Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Welcome To Golgotha

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
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    According to a recent survey, a surprising number of people admitted that their Christianity would not be changed if Jesus hadn’t died on the cross. What importance was the cross to our faith?

    OPEN: A little boy was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck, and the weather outside was just too good to be cooped up inside. As he sulked in the back seat of the family car, his parents heard him murmuring: “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Vineyards

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 18, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 9,865 views

    God’s people represented by three vineyards: the antedeluvians, the Jews, and the Church.

    Three Vineyards Isa. 5:1-7 INTRO.: In the area where I grew up, wild grapes were fairly common. Many vines would grow high in Oak trees and get large enough to climb and swing on. Sometimes we would climb a tree or vine high enough to pick grapes, but they were very small and bitter. Hardly anyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peculiar Desires

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jun 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 441 views

    As we realize the peculiar desires of Jesus for us, what should be our proper, logical and honoring response?

    “I am not speaking of all of you; I know whom I have chosen. But the Scripture will be fulfilled,'He who ate my bread has lifted his heel against me.' I am telling you this now, before it takes place, that when it does take place you may believe that I am he. Truly, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From The Vineyard PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 997 views

    Encourages believers to trust in God's protection, remain steadfast during trials, and look to the future with unwavering faith.

    Good morning, beloved in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather here together, united in our love for God and our shared faith in His Word. As we come together in this sacred space, our hearts brimming with anticipation, let's turn our minds towards the wisdom contained within the pages of ...read more

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    Building To Unite PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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    This sermon encourages Christians to be living stones, building their lives on Christ's foundation, and to let God's Word deeply influence their daily lives.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a joy to gather together in this sacred assembly, where we are united in the love of Christ, bound by the ties of shared faith, and drawn together in the pursuit of spiritual growth. We are here to seek wisdom, to find comfort, to offer praise, and to learn ...read more

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    "Keeping America Great"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 306 ratings
     | 60,441 views

    A Fourth of July Message. Our forefathers claimed this nation for God. We need to re-claim it! Paul tells us how in 1 Timothy 2:1-4.

    “Keeping America Great” 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (NOTE: Several sermons on SermonCentral were helpful in the writing of this message. Thanks!) INTRODUCTION: Today is the 4th of July … Independence Day! Isn’t America a great place to live … AMEN? While it’s not a perfect place (like Heaven will be!), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist