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  • John Gaston avatar

    It’s Friday, But Sunday’s Coming!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 21, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,582 views

    I took S.M. Lockridge’s message, probably preached 70 years ago, and adapted it by making it into rhyming verse which increases it's power. You can add this at the end of your next Easter message for a powerful ending.

    A. IT’S FRIDAY, BUT SUNDAY’S COMING 1. It’s Friday! Jesus is praying, Peter’s straying, Judas is betraying -- But Sunday’s comin.’ 2. It’s Friday. Pilate is judging, the council is fudging, the crowd’s are shouting, the disciples are pouting. Mary is crying & Peter’s denying. But they don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Embracing Change — Making Room For Pure Religion

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Jun 1, 2025
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    Change is never easy. But in the Kingdom of God, change is often the doorway to growth. The Church has always been called to adapt—not by compromising truth, but by shedding old forms that no longer serve the mission.

    “Embracing Change — Making Room for Pure Religion” Authentic Worship, Missional Evangelism, and the Call to Genuine Relationship Todays Scriptures: • James 1:27 • Matthew 4:19-22 • Acts 10:34-35 • John 4:23-24 • Matthew 28:18-20 Change Isn’t a Threat—It’s a Call Change is never easy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Mystery Of (Un)answered Prayer

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 23, 2021
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     | 5,049 views

    Two stories from Mark 7 illustrate the mystery of answered prayer: God adapts his glorious plan to the requests of ordinary people, even when granting the requests is greater than people can imagine.

    THE MYSTERY OF (UN)ANSWERED PRAYER—Mark 7:24-37 Many people have had the experience of praying—passionately, even desperately—and not receiving the answer they were seeking. That can be confusing, even troubling, and we naturally ask, “Why?” Was God not listening? Is he not able to do what we ask? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Miracle Of The Coin Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 12,284 views

    A sermon on the miracle of the coin in the fish’s mouth (Outline adapted from Maclaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture and portions taken from "Peter’s Biggest Fish Story" by Ted Sutherland)

    Sermon for 8/3/2003 Matthew 17:24-27 Introduction: False gospels that are not in the New Testament for good reason. One tells of lions and panthers that worshipped baby Jesus and showed Mary and Joseph the way to Egypt and protected them as they came back to Nazareth. The Infancy Gospel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Clothes Make The Man

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,942 views

    A sermon on Isaiah 61:3, 10 on the garments that we need to be wearing as Christians (garments of salvation, robe of righteousness, and garment of praise) Material adapted from various SermonCentral Contributors, Thanks!

    Sermon for 3/18/2007 Clothes Make the Man Isaiah 61:1-3, 10-11 Introduction: A. Clothes are important in our society. In the third world they are thankful just to have clothes but here we must have a certain brand of clothing or we are not happy. What we wear says a lot about who we are and what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thriving In Babylon Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,084 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church.

    Thriving in Babylon Daniel 1:1-1:21 Fearless Pt 1- Thriving in Babylon Introduction New Series- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne from North Coast Church). Many things to worry about and be afraid of today. What is it that causes you to toss/turn at night -economy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Hallowed Be Thy Name

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,862 views

    A sermon on Hallowed Be Thy Name from Matthew 6:9 (Outline and some material adapted from Dr. George Calhoun "The Lord’s Prayer: Hallowed be They Name" on Sermon Central)

    Sunday evening for 8/16/2009 Hallowed be Your Name- Matthew 6:9 c Introduction: Explain my name. Davon, Lanny, Huss. WBTU: A. Names are important. They tell us where you came from and they represent where and who you are. It is said that a person is only as good as their name. B. (Prov 22:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Your Fear Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 7, 2009
     | 5,301 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

    Introduction Part 2- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). Review Last time-looked at Daniel/his captivity in Babylon- Babylon was a very dark culture Premise of what we discussed- based on this question- How do we survive and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How Do We Beat Death? Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 13, 2009
     | 2,607 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

    Introduction Part 3- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). Review First week-looked at Daniel/his captivity in Babylon- Premise of what we discussed- based on this question- How do we survive and even thrive in a culture that is accelerating ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Passing The Torch Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 20, 2009
     | 4,665 views

    "How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

    Introduction Part 3- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). How do we live the Christian life in the middle of situations that would cause others to buckle. How do we master our fears/respond properly to life? Review 1st week-Daniel living in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Failure And Rejection Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,705 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taughty by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

    Part 5- Fearless (adapted from a series by Pastor Larry Osborne/Chris Brown from North Coast Church). Review How do we master our fears/respond properly to life? I want us as a church to understand … who we are and the high calling on our lives. Jn 15:15-16 Many times we look at the giants in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    World Hunger Offering Day

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,564 views

    The OT Law of Israel presented the principle of solicitude for the needy thru concrete actions. Christians must adapt these tutorial lessons by the heart of Christ. The Church must exercise the principle of solicitude for the needy concretely.

    The Causes of Hunger: From NAMB—Issues & Answers: Hunger The causes of hunger are multidimensional & deny the temptation of simple answers. Hunger does not result simply from the lack of rain or overpopulation. It is not just a matter of poor economic choices. Hunger is complex & often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greater Works Than Jesus

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,323 views

    The early church reached the then known world with the Gospel in a little over three centuries. What will it take for the church today to affect the world with the message of the Kingdom of God (adapted from a sermon by Morris Cerullo)

    Greater works than Jesus? Introduction (adapted from a sermon by Morris Cerullo) I want to challenge, encourage, and build-up our faith. 2000 years ago- greatest miracle in all the world- Jesus Christ- born/lived/died/resurrected. There is nothing that has had greater impact on history. Another ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How To Worry Well Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,248 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? God’s heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taughty by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church).

    Introduction Fearless the series continues- last installment. We will be addressing the topic of worry today. Much to worry about today and even be fearful of. How do we master our fears/concerns as Christians? How do we worry well? Do you know someone who worries? Do you worry? What do you worry ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Holy Spirit In The Life Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,049 views

    A sermon on the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is The Prophet, The King, and The High Priest (Material adapted from the book, Power From On High, by Dr. Jack Cottrell chapter 4)

    Introduction: When we talk about what the Holy Spirit did in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ we come to a difficult subject. 3 difficulties: 1) Talking about the Trinity, the Godhead. 2) Talking about the incarnation of Jesus Christ. The Word became flesh. 3) We are not a member of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ