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    He Will Not Make You Ashamed

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 20, 2025
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    Text: Romans 10:11 – For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

    Text: Romans 10:11 – For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. PTMC, today I want to remind you of a powerful truth that sometimes gets buried under our fears, doubts, and past mistakes. The Word declares:Whosoever believeth on Him shall not be ashamed. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Obedience

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 28, 2025
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     | 391 views

    The Bible has much to say about obedience. In fact, obedience is an essential part of the Christian faith. Jesus Himself was “obedient unto death, even death on a cross”

    The Joy Of Obedience The Bible has much to say about obedience. In fact, obedience is an essential part of the Christian faith. Jesus Himself was “obedient unto death, even death on a cross” (Philippians 2:8). For Christians, the act of taking up our cross and following Christ (Matthew 16:24) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Shine The Light Of Christ - Isaiah 60:3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025
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     | 402 views

    In a world filled with spiritual darkness, God has called His people to be light-bearers, this is not our light, but the light of Christ shining through us.

    Go! And Shine the Light of Christ Isaiah 60:3 (NLT): “All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance.” Introduction Imagine for a moment a darkened stadium. The power goes out. Thousands sit in confusion, waiting in silence. Suddenly, a single torch is lit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Prodigal Son Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025
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    If you are a prodigal, come back to the Father, He will receive you with open arms.

    A. The Prodigal Son Prodigal, adj. (1) wasteful, reckless, or extravagant, (2) giving into desires or weaknesses, (3) spend resources unnecessarily, i.e., spend thrift ~Webster B. Picture of the Younger Son To illustrate the point further, Jesus told them this story: “A man had two sons. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatest Commandment

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Oct 18, 2025
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    This morning Jesus once again takes on the leaders in Jerusalem who want to humiliate him publicly. What is the greatest commandment they ask. Of course, He is ready with an answer!

    The Greatest Commandment Good Morning. Last week, we had an amazing Gospel lesson, which reflects well on today’s lesson. The Pharisees tried to trap Jesus there like they did today, after inviting him to a Sabbath dinner. As they sat to eat, there at the table was a man suffering terribly with ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Go! And Be Filled With The Father’s Spirit - Matthew 10:20 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 24, 2025
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     | 173 views

    Jesus looks at His disciples in Matthew 10, a chapter full of warnings about persecution, hostility, betrayal, and suffering - He gives them one of the most comforting promises in all of Scripture.Before the world threatens, Jesus assures. Before the opposition rises, Jesus supplies.

    Go! And Be Filled With the Father’s Spirit - Matthew 10:20 INTRODUCTION — GRIPPED BY A PROMISE IN A HOSTILE WORLD Have you ever found yourself in a moment where you simply did not have the words? You stood there — in a hospital corridor, in a workplace confrontation, at a family tension point — ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And… Refresh Others - Proverbs 11:25 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 2, 2025
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     | 317 views

    In a spiritually thirsty world, God calls His people to be a refreshing presence.

    Go! And… Refresh Others - Proverbs 11:25 (NLT) “The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” INTRODUCTION — A THIRSTY WORLD NEEDS A REFRESHED CHURCH Church, every generation tries to satisfy its thirst in different ways. Some chase success, others chase ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Breaking The Barrier Of Closed Doors Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 14, 2026
     | 161 views

    This sermon addresses how to break through the barriers of closed doors in life, whether in relationships, career, ministry, or destiny, by activating divine favour, persistence, and obedience to God's Word.

    BREAKING THE BARRIER OF CLOSED DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:8 Key Verse:  "I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name." - ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Gold Or Silver

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 4, 2026
     | 13 views

    What do you value most? God? Jesus? Self?

    Gold or silver Luke 15:1:7 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 1 Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near Jesus to listen to Him. 2 And both the Pharisees and the scribes began to complain, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.” 3 And so He told them this parable, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Cornerstone PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
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     | 1,522 views

    To emphasize that as believers, our identity is in Christ, who is our cornerstone, and we are built on Him, forming a spiritual house where we serve as a holy priesthood.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. We are here today to explore the amazing truth of our identity in Christ. As Charles Spurgeon once said, "To be in Christ is the ground of the believer's security; it is the source of the believer's life; it is the pinnacle of the believer's glory." We are not ...read more

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    Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,024 views

    Explore the urgency, power, and comfort of prayer emphasizing that prayer is not just a preparation for greater work, but the greater work itself.

    Good morning, church family. Today we're going to dive into a sermon about prayer - its urgency, its power, and the comfort it brings. We're going to focus on Psalm 102:1, which says, "Hear my prayer, O LORD; let my cry for help come to you." Now, you may be thinking, why the urgency? Why the ...read more

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    Praises Through Instruments PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 2,022 views

    Explore the power of praising God through music, understand the divine blessing on musicians, and learn how to uplift God's Kingdom through the universal language of music.

    Introduction Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I welcome you all to today's sermon. We're gonna delve into a very special topic today, one that's sometimes overlooked in our worship but holds immense power - the power of praise through instruments, God's blessing on the ...read more

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    Remember The Goal PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,260 views

    Encourage believers to align all their actions and decisions with God's will, doing everything for His glory.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather here today, let's turn our attention to Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, chapter 10, verse 31, where he instructs us, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." It's a simple statement, yet so profound. ...read more

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    Motivate, Model, Mentor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 907 views

    The importance of motivating fellow believers, modeling Christ-like behavior, and mentoring others in their faith journey.

    Introduction Greetings, beloved in Christ! Today, we will dive into the scripture to explore three power-packed themes: motivating senior saints, modeling Christ-like behavior, and mentoring others in faith. These themes are drawn from Acts 17:14, Philippians 2:22, and 2 Timothy 1:3-4. In Acts, we ...read more

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    I Will Bless Thee O Lord PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,312 views

    Encourage believers to establish a lifestyle of praising God in all circumstances, both good and bad, as a daily habit.

    Good morning, Church family. Today we're going to be diving into a topic that is close to the heart of every believer. That is, praising God in all circumstances, whether they are good or bad. This is not an occasional act, but it's about establishing a lifestyle of praise. Our key scripture today ...read more

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