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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Return Of God's Glory In Exuberant Worship (1) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 8, 2016
     | 5,539 views

    Heartfelt worship is a key ingredient to the transcendent presence and glory of God in our midst.

    1. Have you been watching and listening for God's direction this week? 2. WORSHIP FROM THE HEART A little boy asked his father what was the highest number he had ever counted. Replying that he didn't know, the father asked his son his highest number. It was 973. "Why did you stop there?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Homesick For Christ's Church Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 25, 2016
     | 6,126 views

    Paul was imprisoned in Rome and longed to be with the churches. With great distance between him and the churches, Paul did what he could to minister to the churches.

    HOMESICK FOR CHRIST’S CHURCH Colossians 2:1-8 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ November 20, 2016 Audio link to an mp3 recording of this message: http://chirb.it/sg5042 INTRODUCTION: 1.) The definition for homesick is: to be sad because you are away from your family ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stolen - Pt. 2 - Opportunities Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019
     | 3,315 views

    Have you ever experienced theft? Something that is rightfully yours taken? This year, during Christmas, it is time to get those things back!

    Sermon Bumper Opportunities I. Introduction UPS expects to deliver 750 million packages this season, up from 500 million five years ago. The parcel service typically ships more than 19 million packages a day. But between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, that daily volume nearly doubles. What also ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Core Value 3 - Equipping Disciples Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2019
     | 6,193 views

    This sermon uses Ephesians 4:11-16 to give biblical teaching on the NEC core value of Equipping Disciples where we seek “To train believers through God’s Word, which is proclaimed from the pulpit, taught through small groups, and applied through training events.”

    Message Ephesians 4:11-16 Equipping Disciples You will find many great pictures on the internet which make fun at body builders who never attend “leg day” This is what happens when you put too much emphasis on one, or a few, parts of your body which neglecting the other parts of your body. Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pull Together Not Apart

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 5, 2013
     | 4,456 views

    In the selection process of church leaders we must see the importance of purpose as well as process.

    1. Fatigue Back in the 90’s there was a President of Harvard University named Neil Rudenstine. Now, one of the major roles of college president is to raise money for the institution so they can pay the salaries and other financial responsibilities of the organization. And Neil Rudenstine was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does It Mean To Be Part Of The Church? - Sermon For Proper 18 – Year A

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Sep 4, 2020
     | 3,064 views

    Where two or three are gathered in my name. How do we work together to be the church and a living witness to the grace of God within the world

    In the name of the father, and the son, and the holy spirit, amen. I came upon this prayer, which I thought was very apt as we come to unfold the scripture, so let’s begin by praying. Jesus said where two or three are gathered in my name there I am among them, then this must be a holy people a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How To Avoid Seeing God Move In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 23, 2020
     | 4,346 views

    Jesus' healing on an invalid suffering for 38 years provides an interesting example of ways that we sometimes miss out on what God is willing to do in our lives.

    HOW TO AVOID SEEING GOD MOVE IN YOUR LIFE: 1. CONSIDER IT TOO LATE. - John 5:5. - Life has a way of beating us down. Especially when we are continually pummeled over many years. - This invalid had been there for nearly four decades. It’s hard not the lose your hope by that point. - Many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Live Out His Love - 1 John 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 3, 2025
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     | 272 views

    John the Apostle tells us we know what real love is—not by looking to Hollywood, not by consulting philosophy, but by looking to Jesus Christ and His cross.

    Go! And Live Out His Love - 1 John 3:16 1 John 3:16 (NLT): "We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters." Introduction If you asked the average person on the street, “What is love?” you would get a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God’s Presence In The Storm Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
     | 298 views

    God’s presence gives peace, strength, and assurance in the midst of life’s storms.

    GOD’S PRESENCE IN THE STORM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 27:20-25 Key Verse: “For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve.” — Acts 27:23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1-3; Isaiah 43:2; Matthew 8:23-27; John 16:33; Hebrews 13:5 INTRODUCTION: Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Playground - The Ghetto - The Child And His Dad

    Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 20, 2021
     | 1,177 views

    The difference was plain as day! It was a quick trip to the park on a Saturday evening. Nothing major, just a few minutes with the family to get out the hyper-activity. I didn’t notice it right away, but once it sank in, there was no stopping the waves of sadness, frustration, and anger.

    The difference was plain as day! It was a quick trip to the park on a Saturday evening. Nothing major, just a few minutes with the family to get out the hyper-activity. I didn’t notice it right away, but once it sank in, there was no stopping the waves of sadness, frustration, and anger. It might ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Day Was Christ Crucified?

    Contributed by Stephen Emerson on Dec 31, 2025
     | 41 views

    Why do we have to do mental gymnastics to have Christ die on Friday? Do we forget that the day after Passover is a special sabbath day? Here is a timeline working back from the resurrection to the triumphal entry.

    RESURRECTION TO TRIUMPHAL ENTRY: A HARMONY Resurrection Day: Our Hope Assured. (Nisan 18, Saturday evening to Sunday evening) 1. Christ rises from the dead early on the first day of the week (just after 6 PM) (Matt. 28:6, Mark 16:6, Luke 24:6) 2. Mary Magdalene, Mary mother of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Stands In The Fire Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025
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     | 727 views

    The God we serve is not a distant observer when we go through life’s fires. He is Immanuel—God with us. His presence does not always stop the fire from burning, but it ensures that we are not consumed.

    THE GOD WHO STANDS IN THE FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 3:16-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 91:15, Hebrews 13:5, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Romans 8:35-39 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with fiery trials—situations that test our faith, challenge our resolve, and stretch our ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Choose Your Eternal Destination Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 398 views

    The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever.

    Go! And… Choose Your Eternal Destination Introduction: The Reality of Eternity Today’s message carries eternal weight. The choices we make in this life determine where we will spend eternity — not just for a season, not for a thousand years, but forever. We live in a world where many avoid ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Ephesians' Conversion (Reviewed) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 27, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 503 views

    To review Paul's instruction to the Ephesians concerning their conversion to Christ. In whom also you trusted, after that you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that you believed, you were sealed with that Holy Spirit of promise,” Ephesians 1:13-14.

    THE EPHESIANS' CONVERSION The Ephesians’ Conversion 1. Paul wrote to the Ephesians about their "conversion," Ephesians 1:13-14. Notice how the apostle speaks of their “faith and obedience to the gospel of their salvation.” He penned, a. “In whom also you trusted, after that you heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Awakening To God's Presence Genesis 28:16 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,613 views

    Genesis 28:16 is a powerful verse where Jacob awakens to the reality of God's presence. This moment of realisation transforms Jacob's understanding of God and his own life.

    Awakening to God's Presence Genesis 28:16 Genesis 28:16 (NLT): "Then Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, 'Surely the LORD is in this place, and I wasn’t even aware of it!'" Introduction: Today, we delve into Genesis 28:16, a powerful verse where Jacob awakens to the reality ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal