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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    The Open Door: Jesus’ Welcome For The Burdened

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 29, 2025
     | 140 views

    This is the homily for a man who was part of our congregation but did not make a clear confession of faith, though he showed positive signs of change and faith after being with us for about 10 years.

    The Open Door: Jesus’ Welcome for the Burdened Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Redeemed From The Curse! Pt. 3 Series

    Contributed by Mark Baker on May 27, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,698 views

    Our complete redemption from the curse.

    We have talked about the curse of the law as described in the 28th chapter of Deuteronomy. However the first curse that came upon man was the curse of spiritual death. Genesis 2:17. "but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    "What Then Shall I Do With Jesus?"

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 26, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,052 views

    An overview of the trials of Jesus

    The plot of Harper Lee’s novel “To Kill A Mocking Bird” revolves around the courtroom trial of an innocent black man unjustly accused of raping a white woman. In spite of his innocence and in spite of the valiant efforts made by his attorney, Atticus Finch, the fate of the defendant, Tom Robinson, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "The Dawning Of New Life"

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 26, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,592 views

    A look at the effects of the resurrection.

    When the resurrection of Jesus dawned upon the understanding of His followers, the results were immediate. They ran to tell the message. This was the characteristic of that day. Everyone was running somewhere. The darkness had been so deep, that everyone was eager to spread the news, the dawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Full Measure Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 5, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,062 views

    We need to know the what and why of this joy—what true joy is all about and why joy is a mark of believers. The source of joy is not found in this world; it is external, from Above.

    “The Full Measure of Joy” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I am coming to You now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have My full measure of joy fulfilled within them” (John 17:13). It may seem surprising, but Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Mark Wood avatar

    The Cross Before The Cross Series

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Jun 27, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,688 views

    This sermon was preached to bring the listener at the point seeing the need to come the cross for salvation.

    I had an uncle that preached in Carroll County Georgia for many years. He preached at several churches when I was born he preached at Mt Pleasant Baptist church. He moved from there to Salem Baptist church. When I was born, I went to Mt pleasant. Upon his move, my parents moved their membership ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,182 views

    We who seek to follow Jesus: 1) Have received God’s revelation; 2) Are God’s possession; and 3) Obey our Lord

    “True Discipleship” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts John 17:6, “I have revealed You to those whom You gave Me out of the world. They were Yours; You gave them to Me and they have obeyed/kept Your word.” Jesus has been praying for Himself; He now turns ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Aaron & Hur Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 59,452 views

    Aaron and Hur present the church an example of encouragement--we support the hurt, the discouraged, the lost, the frustrated, the weak, the helpless.

    “Aaron & Hur” Exodus 17:8-16 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A group of infantry soldiers were going through Airborne School at Fort Benning Georgia. As they prepared for their first jump, the jumpmaster explained that when the green light went on, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Mickey Bell avatar

    Nehemiah's Request Series

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 14,335 views

    Nehemiah knows what to request because he did his homework. During his time of waiting he used it to prepare for God’s purpose in his life.

    Nehemiah 2 (Third message in our stody of Nehemiah) Background: Nehemiah – a cupbearer for King Artaxerxes is upset over the destruction of his homeland in Jerusalem. We left Nehemiah last week doing something that is very brave and edgy. He went before the king with a sad face. Which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Hallmarks Of Love 1 Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,213 views

    Exposition of 1 Cor 13:4

    Text: 1 Corinthians 13:4 Title: The Hallmarks of Love 1 Date/Place: LSCC, 2/20/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: the lady who wanted to divorce her husband in the most painful way possible. The suggestion was to go and act like you love him for 2 months, and make him believe it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Songs In The Night

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 13,257 views

    Many men are terribly tormented, because they focus on their troubles, their distress, and their fears. They look within themselves to escape their troubles instead of listening to God

    Songs in the Night Scripture Job 35:10 “But none saith, Where is God, my Maker, who giveth songs in the night?” Mans Problem Many men are terribly tormented, because they focus on their troubles, their distress, and their fears. They look within themselves to escape their troubles. A. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Awareness Of God

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,271 views

    The single most important activity in our life is the time we spend alone with God.

    Awareness of God 1 Peter 3:12 SCRIPTURE 1 Peter 3:12 The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. (NLT) The single most important activity in our life is the time we spend alone with God. PRAYER IS NEEDED BECAUSE MAN HAS A LIMITED AWARENESS ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Eric Peloquin avatar

    Part Iv – Simeon – The Voice Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Eric Peloquin on Dec 15, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,362 views

    This is part four in a series looking at the characters in the Christmas narrative. In this case, Simeon is a man who has been promised by the Lord that he will live to see the Messiah and he eagerly waits for that day, knowing by faith it will come.

    The Voices of Christmas Part IV Simeon – the Voice of Faith Over the last few weeks we have looked at some of the people who would unwittingly participate in the great drama that would surround the birth of our Lord. A drama that was written before the foundation of the world LUKE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Day Moses Broke All 10 Commandments Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 94 ratings
     | 22,655 views

    Aaron: ‘We melted gold...and there came out this calf.’ That’s got to be the all time lamest excuse from an assistant Pastor! Before Moses even returned with the commandments the people were breaking them. Link inc. to text, audio, PowerPoint.

    The Day Moses Broke All 10 Commandments Exodus 32:1-26 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/DayMosesBroke.html Exodus 32:19 And it came to pass, as soon as he came nigh unto the camp, that he saw the calf, and the dancing: and Moses’ anger waxed hot, and he cast the tables out of his hands, and brake ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Huie avatar

    How To Recognize Saving Faith Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,674 views

    James says that a faith that will take you to heaven will always have certain characteristics.

    Vs 18. James is not teaching salvation by works. We can’t “see” salvation; we can only see the results of salvation. HOW TO RECOGNIZE SAVING FAITH JAMES 2: 14-26 1. Illus. of funeral • It was the first time it happened to me, but it certainly wouldn’t be the last time. • As a young pastor, I had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist