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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Feeling Forsaken

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 5, 2021
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    The writer feels abandoned by His God and sometimes we do as well. How do we deal with this?

    I feel forsaken? Psalm 22:1-15 1. Separation is one of the hardest things in life to get through • “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning? O my God, I cry by day, but you do not answer; and by night, but find no ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Elijah: Beginning Of Drought Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023
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    Why does “our” brook or job, or salary dry up. To teach us that God doesn’t provide according to our time schedule, or desires, or place.

    “Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying, ‘Get away from here and turn eastward, and hide by the Brook Cherith, which flows into the Jordan. And it will be that you shall drink from the brook, and I have commanded the ravens to feed you there.’” 1 Kings 17:2-4, NKJV A. INTRODUCTION 1. Hide ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Emmanuel – God With Us

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jan 18, 2026
     | 79 views

    Every human heart asks one question in times of pain, fear, and loneliness: “Is God really with me?”

    EMMANUEL – GOD WITH US Christmas sermon 25-12-2025 1. Luke 1:26-38 2. Matthew 1:18-23 3. Psalm 96 Matthew 1:23 (NIV): "The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means “God with us”)." Isaiah 7:14 (NKJV): "Therefore the Lord Himself ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Navigating Fatherhood: A Journey Of Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 575 views

    A soon-to-be father is pacing anxiously in the hospital corridor while his wife is in labor. His hands are wringing, his fear and anxiety are palpable, and his brow is wet with perspiration, revealing the depth of his distress.

    Father's Day A young soon-to-be father was pacing back and forth in the hospital corridor, anxiously wringing his hands while his wife was in labor. He was filled with fear and anxiety, beads of sweat dripping from his forehead, revealing the agony he was experiencing. Finally, at 4:00 a.m., a ...read more

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    Joyful Living In God's Embrace SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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    It is with delight and great joy I welcome you to the year of Joyful Living in God's Embrace! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, the resilience and capacity to dwell in his presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus name.

    I am delighted to welcome you to the year of DWELLING IN HIS PRESENCE! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, resilience, and capacity to dwell in His presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus' name. The Bible tells us, 'The Lord replied, 'My Presence will go with ...read more

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    "A Father's Responsibility"

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 18, 2007
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    A father has the responsibility to spend time with their children, be men of honor for their family and be their child’s best teacher.

    A Father’s Responsibility On the lighter side of life: “Dad’s Duck Tape” from Bluefish TV Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV – “Thanks Dad” Thesis: A father has the responsibility to spend time with their children, be men of honor for their family and be their child’s best teacher. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A King Is Born— In A Time Of Chaos Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Dec 14, 2024
     | 997 views

    This message reflects on how Jesus was born into a world of political turmoil, social unrest, and personal struggles—but God's plan prevailed! No matter how chaotic life gets, Jesus brings peace to our hearts and hope to our world.

    A King is Born (2) Dustin Lee Boden / General A King is Born / Chaos / Isaiah 9:6 A King is Born— In a time of Chaos Isaiah 9:6 NLT 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Bridge That Builds Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 19, 2006
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    7th sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Rewritten and refreshed in 8/08 - Powerpoint and Video Clips available on request.)

    Shift #7 THE BRIDGE BUILDERS MATTHEW 5:9 INTRODUCTION: (:33 intro) Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid is one of my all time favorite movies. I wasn’t alone in liking it. The film won four academy awards and was nominated as Best Picture in 1970. It’s ranked as one of the top 150 movies on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Why Have You Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,388 views

    A message about one of the last phrases spoken by Christ; "Why have you forsaken me?"

    Why Have You Forsaken Me Series: The Last Words of Christ Brad Bailey – February 24th, 2008 Last words can often hold special significance. We can think of the last words spoken at the end of any conversation. They tend to define what lies between the two parties. The last words between a child ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    #5: Praying For Presence Series

    Contributed by Archie Luper on Jul 7, 2007
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     | 4,886 views

    STORY of young man, he was in his 30’s, still single and was starting to get a little nervous about that. Went to a church fellowship, caught eye of very attractive young lady who smiled at him so he immediately worked his way across the room and engaged

    I. INTRODUCTION I want to begin this morning with the first great revival in the Bible. It’s in the book of Exodus and we’ll be reading there in a moment. STORY of young man, he was in his 30’s, still single and was starting to get a little nervous about that. Went to a church fellowship, caught ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can We Bring Revival To Albany?

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 20, 2007
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     | 4,579 views

    In this terrible world of sin and ever present evil can revival be a reality in our community again? Can we be the light of the world as Christ has called us to be?

    Sermon Brief Date Written: April 20, 2007 Date Preached: April 22, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Service Series Title: A Message on Revival Sermon Title: Can Revival Come to Albany? Sermon Text: 2 Chronicles 7:10-16 Introduction: This morning God has laid a message on my heart that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fatal Attraction Part 4 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015
     | 3,132 views

    Tenth message from 1 John with continuing discussion on not loving the world.

    “A Dangerous Love” Pt 4 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 The verses of Scripture we have been exploring are no all that complicated. The message is simple. Do not love the world nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    More Faith, Less Cynicism Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013
     | 4,846 views

    Cynicism is the loss of trust and support of goodness. Cynicism is the loss of faith in the possibility to change, improve or move forward. Cynicism is the loss of hope.

    Intro Today Super Bowl Sunday. There will be 22 players on the field who desperately need rest... being watched by about 100 million people who could use some exercise. It's okay that most of us aren't playing that game... we aren't fit for it. But the tragedy is that it can reflect the way we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Letter To The Church In Sardis

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 26, 2020
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    The church in Sardis was a perfect model of an inoffensive Christianity. They apparently invented the concept of “political correctness.

    Letter to the Church in Sardis Rev. 3:1-6 Sardis was located about 30 miles southeast of Thyatira The ruins of 1st century Sardis are located near a city in modern day Turkey named Izmir. The city was at the converging point of several inland roads. One road led northwest to Thyatira and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 15, 2020
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     | 1,048 views

    4 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

    MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-IV—1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: I have a west-facing window in my office that looks over across 1st St. If something I find interesting happens outside, I put on my glasses because I am near-sighted. I do that so I can clearly see what is transpiring. I might ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist