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  • Christopher Arch avatar

    The Christian's Confidence

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 28, 2022
     | 2,137 views

    This is from a series I preached on great doctrines of the faith.

    Title: “The Christian’s Confidence” Script: Romans 8:28-39 Type: Expos. Doctrinal Series Where: GNBC 5-29-22 Intro: Confidence takes many forms, from the arrogance of Floyd Mayweather to the quiet self-assurance of Jane Goodall. True confidence—as opposed to the false confidence people project ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "learning Lesson Of Faith In Times Of Trouble"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Oct 21, 2023
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     | 1,592 views

    Series on the life of ELijah

    Title: “Learning Lessons of Faith in Times of Trouble” Script: I Ki. 17:17-24 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 10-22-23 Intro: The one commonality in everyone’s life is: suffering. This past week the world was shocked to learn of the bombing of the Al-Alhi Baptist Hospital in Gaza. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When There Is No One To Stand In The Gap Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 18, 2024
     | 1,163 views

    God makes a stunning statement here: there is no one left to stand in the gap on behalf of Israel. What does this passage tell us about the specific shortcomings of the people of God and the prophets of God in that day? And can this text encourage us today to stand strong amid a dark hour?

    OFF-TRACK: The American church is far from what we should be. - I think this is largely beyond dispute, so I won’t belabor the point. - Let me simply share one proof that I think is instructive. - When you look at the early chapters of Acts, there are many people who are coming to know Jesus. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Would You Say?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 12, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,385 views

    Yes I’m just like you when I hear a word and a promise that makes me think of revival. Wouldn’t that be nice, revival would solve everything! Thing is, God already sent the power of revival! Revival has a name and it’s Jesus!

    Who has ever wore a new piece of clothing? And when noticed, and someone ask if your outfit was new, the reply you gave was “this whole thing!” Because really, you say you didn’t want to be noticed, but yet you really did and you love the fact, that you were noticed! How’s come, whenever we get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keeping Our Focus

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 11, 2023
     | 2,602 views

    In order for churches and Christians to accomplish God's mission, we must have a shared vision from God. Jesus offered important direction when He told us what the most important command is.

    Introduction: A. We just finished a long and I hope wonderful series about Jesus our King from the Gospel of Mark. 1. Before we start a new sermon series in January, I want to explore a few things before the Sunday of Christmas eve when we will focus on the birth of Jesus. 2. Today, I thought it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Humble Hearts, Healing Nation Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 13, 2024
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     | 1,088 views

    Humility is the key to fostering unity and healing. Drawing from the example of Jesus in Philippians 2 and warnings about pride from Proverbs, humility dismantles pride and invites healing, not only in our relationships but in our nation as well.

    ### ** Introduction ** Video Ill.: Danger of Pride — Church Fuel Pride and politics are a dangerous combination. Pride and arrogance have devastating consequences in politics and in real life: isolation, separation, division. ### **Illustration: The Downfall of Richard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dedication Of Church Walkway PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2025
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     | 165 views

    God’s presence transforms His house and people, inviting us to deeper prayer, reverence, and dedication as we become a welcoming home for Him.

    There is a hush that falls over the soul when you remember that God makes a home among His people. Not a far-off fortress, not a sterile sanctuary, but a home—where His name rests, where His eyes watch, where His heart abides. Think about that. The Maker of mountains sets His affection on a house ...read more

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    Promises For Those Who Trust PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 142 views

    God intimately sees, hears, and cares for us in every trial, offering steadfast love, comfort, and deliverance to the brokenhearted and trusting.

    Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a storm. Bills on the table, biopsy on the calendar, battles in the soul. Others carry a quiet ache—an empty chair at dinner, a friendship gone cold, a door that never opened. If you feel overlooked, unheard, unseen—hear this: the God who flung ...read more

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    The 2nd Biggest Problem After Marriage Is - Sex

    Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Jun 24, 2023
     | 1,255 views

    I think every married couple, no matter man or woman or how long they’ve been married WANTS a fulfilling sex life.

    I think every married couple, no matter man or woman or how long they’ve been married WANTS a fulfilling sex life. In courtship, especially for Christian couples, it seems that keeping the passion alive will be the LEAST of your problems. That’s because couples who take God’s timeless wisdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Vanishing Father

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 11, 2025
     | 489 views

    There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

    THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas/New Year/Ministry: With The Mind Of Christ-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2026
     | 74 views

    3 of ? The apostle Paul counseled the Philippian church to minister empowered with the mind of Christ Jesus. God’s people are to minister with the mind of Christ Jesus. But How do God’s people minister with the mind of Christ Jesus? Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY with the mind of Christ...

    Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY: With The MIND Of CHRIST-III —Philippians 2:1-18[part-3--2:2b-4 of 2:1-4] Attention: Unanticipated Cure: The owner of a drug store walks in to find a guy leaning heavily against a wall. The owner asks the clerk, “What's with that guy over there by the wall?” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon - A Lesson In Life "teach Us To Number Our Days"

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 18, 2025
     | 1,036 views

    The Scriptures offer God’s perspectives on time. God has perfect timing for every event of life. Human life can be measured in changing cycles and seasons, and then the Bible tells us the importance of using our time wisely.

    Subject: "Teach Us To Number Our Days" Text: Psalms 90:12 “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” Introduction: The Scriptures offer God’s perspectives on time. God has perfect timing for every event of life. Human life can be measured in changing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Hound Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 13, 2025
     | 171 views

    No matter how far we run or how many times we fall, God’s steadfast love pursues us, rescues us, helps us, anchors us, and never lets us go—and our changed lives become the greatest sermon we can ever preach.

    ### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Golf Buddies - The Skit Guys We’ve been walking together through The Gospel According to Peanuts — discovering how Charles Schulz used the simple, everyday world of Charlie Brown and friends to point to deep spiritual truths. Each week, we’ve unpacked a piece of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    True Love Series

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 22, 2006
     | 8,850 views

    Part 3 in series. What is "true love"? Is it biblical? If so, what does the Bible say about it? Student ministry PowerPoint format

    [True Love] 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 This material was originally presented in PowerPoint format to a student ministry. If you have questions or would like a copy of the original PowerPoint, drop me an email at robert.fox@alltel.com [True Love] Slide Graphic: shamelessly sentimental pictures of me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is God’s Will

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 13, 2012
     | 26,704 views

    The message explores the area of sanctification, expected of all who name the Name of Christ.

    “Finally, then, brothers, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more. For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist