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  • Mark Haines avatar

    A Copy Lord Of Thine Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Apr 5, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,643 views

    Sometimes you may feel like there's no hope of ever enjoying life again, but God’s grace provides more than enough life and blessings for you and for all people. There is hope and restoration because of Jesus' death on the cross.

    Series Introduction: We are counting down to Easter. It’s the highest day in the church year. However, there is only one way to arrive at the empty tomb of Easter Sunday. We need to travel to Jesus’ cross. As we look at the cross and the blessings Jesus made possible by his death, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Can't Live Without Your Presence

    Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Aug 18, 2014
     | 12,470 views

    We are created to live in and enjoy God's presence daily....Why is the presence so God so important?

    Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl Aug 17 2014 Title: I can’t live without Your Presence Intro: Are there certain rules and regulations when meeting someone of importance , like say the Queen of England or can one just bang on the door, walk right up to her and start chatting? Rachel Kelly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sucked In, Washed Up And Blown Over

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 3, 2013
    based on 85 ratings
     | 38,093 views

    Yes there are times when life can make us feel "Sucked in, washed up, and Blown over" Yet in the midst of what the world offers we can have peace. "Peace I leave with you, Peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Updated May 2019.

    For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service; we have four readings before the message is shared. The readings for this day were Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 67; Revelation 21:10,22-22:5 and John 14:23-29 You can trust me ... Go ahead and Jump! I do not think there is a parent ... or a grandparent ... ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Defined And Delivered In Love Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
     | 7,522 views

    If only one word could be used to describe you or your church, what would it be? As believers, many Christian attributes come to mind, but love would rank at the top. The world needs to see a church defined by love.

    Defined and Delivered in Love 1 John 4: 7-10 Our text this evening again deals with the continuing theme of love John has presented throughout this epistle. In fact, the remaining verses of this chapter deal with love. John was originally known as one of the “sons of thunder,” but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas: Three Types Of Peace That Jesus Brings To Us

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 18, 2024
     | 800 views

    Many people yearn for peace in their lives but in reality, they do not experience or have peace. Sadly some look for peace at a wrong place. Jesus came to bring true peace that the world cannot give!

    Many people yearn for peace in their lives. If you search on Amazon, you will find that more than 10,000 books about peace have been printed. But in reality, many people do not experience or have peace. The skit after the sermon this evening will show several situations where humans do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Bright Is Your Light?

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 17, 2023
     | 3,394 views

    Scripture calls us to Be the Light of GOD to this world of darkness. As believers, we have part of the restraint of evil in this world. We have GOD’s WORD in us as a moral compass, and to live pointing to THE WAY to GOD, while warning others of the perils ahead. So, How Bright is Your Light?

    2023.07.16.Sermon Notes. HOW BRIGHT IS YOUR LIGHT? Be the light of GOD to this world of darkness William Akehurst, HSWC. BIG IDEA: Scripture calls us to Be the Light of GOD to this world of darkness. As believers, we have part of the restraint of evil in this world. We have GOD’s WORD in us as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Invitation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,100 views

    Explores the vision of Heaven in Revelation, emphasizing its holy city, harmony and joy, and eternal rest, to inspire hope and faith.

    Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, as we stand shoulder to shoulder in our shared faith, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to understand His Word. There's something quite profound about this gathering, isn't there? We are not merely a ...read more

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    A Famine In The Land

    Contributed by Toni-Brooke Brown on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 80 ratings
     | 42,270 views

    There is a famine in the land, not because there is no water and food available, but because we are not taking the water and food to those who are hungry and thirsty.

    Famine – meaning starvation, deprivation, a shortage, in need, in want. Famine is lack, insufficiency, hardship, distress Famine is the opposite of abundance In this chapter of Amos, God is pronouncing judgment on Israel. God showed Amos a basket of ripe fruit and He told Amos it was ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Children Of God Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011
     | 4,343 views

    Close to God's own heart are the peacemakers of this world. Read on to discover how God can use you to bring peace to hurting lives.

    Children of God - Matthew 5:9 - September 11, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #7 I’m not sure if you’re aware of it or not, but Canadians have a rich history of peacekeeping. To date, more than 125,000 Canadians have participated in peacekeeping ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 31, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,344 views

    This message is an attempt to answer some of the honest questions people have about how if God is good , then why is there so much suffering.

    God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad? "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8,9 What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "i Don't Have To See It - To Believe It!"

    Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Aug 11, 2025
     | 320 views

    Today we're settling this once and for all—you don't have to see a miracle to believe in one, because faith walks ahead of sight, not behind it!

    "I DON'T HAVE TO SEE IT - TO BELIEVE IT!" Tony – Study – Meditation – Prayer: July-August 2025 Walking by Faith, Not by Sight in the Miraculous Opening Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) "For we walk by faith, not by sight." Supporting Text: Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) "Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Lord, Lord Have We Not Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,668 views

    this is # 68 in the series on questions of the Bible

    I. NOTICE THE RELIGIOUS PROFESSION THEY HAD AN EMPTY CONFESSION. A. Notice the ABUNDANCE OF SINCERITY B. Notice the ATTITUDE OF SPIRITUALITY C. Notice the ABSENCE OF SUBMISSION II. NOTICE THE RIGHTEOUS PRACTICES THEY HAD AN EXCEPTIONAL CONDUCT. A. EXTREMELY VOCAL - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 12, 2001
    based on 189 ratings
     | 21,328 views

    Year C Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 20th, 2001 John 14: 23-29

    Year C Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 20th, 2001 John 14: 23-29 Title: “Do not let your hearts be troubled” Jesus is in the midst of his farewell address to his disciples. The overriding theme at this point is his departure from them and his sending the Paraclete to take his place. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lesson 15 - With No Sorrow Concerning Those Who Have Died Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 29, 2018
     | 4,858 views

    The Lord will come as a thief in the night; and therefore they are to be ready at all times, like a good soldier.

    9/8/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 15: With No Sorrow Concerning Those Who Have Died (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 (NIV) 13 Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 8, 2023
     | 3,191 views

    Worship is not about the moment; it’s about the lifetime.

    INTRODUCTION • I'm sure you've heard the saying, "God is good all the time, and all the time, God is good!" • Many times, we hear someone say something like: • "I got the promotion; God is good!" • "The cancer is gone; God is good!" • "My child came back ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ