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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Comparing The Butterfly To The Resurrection: Life And Death Examined

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 10, 2023
     | 1,694 views

    We declare in faith, "He is Risen." Jesus is alive. Right now. He rose from the dead two thousand years ago. And his disciples were shocked to see him alive. Yet he had promised he would rise again.

    “Cancer had reduced six-year-old Christian to skin and bones. It was during his final days that nature bestowed its annual miracle. Millions of yellow butterflies invade northeast Oklahoma with a gentle firestorm of color and dance, covering the landscape and bringing unbridled joy after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Ripple Effect

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 13, 2023
     | 1,139 views

    Conflict between the old and the new can lay the foundation for growth, even if the self-examination and change can be painful.

    One afternoon when I was 14 or 15, my father and I down in a bottom of a large hole in the side yard digging a septic tank. We were digging with a trowel and a pair of pruning shears, because the ground was so laced with tough, springy ivy roots that you couldn’t use a shovel, you had to scrape ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Is Mom A Superhero?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 4, 2024
     | 1,214 views

    How do we best honor our mothers?

    Is Mom a Superhero? Proverbs 31:10–31 NKJV Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil All the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, And willingly works ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Contention Intervention (January 22, 2023 Version)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 21, 2023
     | 1,366 views

    Some in that crowd were having quarrels over who baptized them as if those that baptized them had differing ranks. They were choosing sides contrary to the Gospel which calls us to be united to be united through Christ (I Corinthians 1:12 -13).

    I Corinthians 1:10. I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. 11. My brothers, some from Chloe's household ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Tell And Show! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 30, 2021
     | 2,689 views

    Isolated. Convinced but confined. What if we busted our bubble and shared hope, faith and the source of it all . . . Jesus? It is time to be Bubble Busters!

    Bubble Busters Pt. 3 - Tell and Show I. Introduction Can you remember the excitement? The anticipation? Days of planning. Preparing. It was a grade school phenomenon that we all probably experienced and loved. It as "Show and Tell" Day. That special day when it was our turn to bring the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In His Right Mind

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 17, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,419 views

    Meet Jesus. Share Jesus.

    In His Right Mind Luke 8:26-39 This is a radical passage of Scripture, and not just because the Geresene man was demon possessed. Jesus and His disciples got in a boat and crossed the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. In doing this, Jesus was crossing boundaries… …boundaries that had ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon On True Freedom Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 26, 2025
     | 289 views

    People walk free but carry invisible chains. Alcohol, anger, fear, and sin bind souls tightly. Today discover how Jesus Christ breaks every chain and offers complete freedom.

    12. Jesus Breaks Chains: A Sermon on True Freedom Introduction: The Paradox of Modern Freedom Look around you on any street corner. People walk past wearing clean clothes, carrying phones, heading to their jobs or homes. They appear free. They look successful. But appearances deceive. Behind many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Follow Jesus: The Call That Changes Everything Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 129 views

    The call of Jesus to every person in every generation is profoundly simple and eternally life-changing: “Follow Me.” Two words that rescue sinners. Two words that redirect destinies. Two words that produce disciples. Two words that define Christianity.

    “GO! AND FOLLOW JESUS: THE CALL THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING” ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SERIES INTRODUCTION “DISCIPLESHIP (FOLLOWING JESUS)” As we begin this new year together, we step into a journey that is both ancient and urgently needed—the journey of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strong Men In Tough Times PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,010 views

    This sermon explores the courage of Jesus' disciples, encouraging believers to emulate their bravery in facing battles, bearing burdens, and building bravery.

    Good morning, beloved friends. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, in this sacred space where we gather to honor our Lord and Savior. Today, we find ourselves on the threshold of a new revelation, a fresh understanding of the words of our Lord as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew. In the ...read more

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    Communication In The Home

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 19,409 views

    find James chapter 1.

    find James chapter 1. When you have found it, look up here. Joyce asked me on the way to church tonight, “Adrian, what is your subject matter?” And I said, “I am going to be speaking tonight on communication between husbands and wives.” (Laughter) She said, “Well all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time Is Ticking Away

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 198 ratings
     | 6,857 views

    A sermonette concerning a personal house cleaning.

    TIME IS TICKING AWAY PSALM 90:12 Introduction: 1. This morning I have just a few minutes. a. How many times in your life have you felt that you didn’t have enough time to get something accomplished? b. Mothers and grandmothers, how many times have you not had enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgive Or Not Be Forgiven (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Art Benavidez on Nov 7, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,144 views

    Forgiveness is not an option.

    Forgive or Not be Forgiven (Part 1) Matt 6:15 But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. (NIV) Jesus said that in order to be forgiven that we must forgive others of their sins. I believe that this is one of the hardest issues that people fight with. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Nothing Like It In The World

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,112 views

    The story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead

    Our trip - 2400 miles - Sedona’s red rocks, Canyon DeChelly’s rounded rims, 800 year old ruins and kivas, 2000 yr. Old bristle cone pines among the lava rock laden Cedar Pass, 10,300 feet up. Tens of thousands of hutus in Bryce Canyon each one individually sculpted by wind and rain. Immense arches ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Myths About Marriage

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 12, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 3,903 views

    A Message to Single Adults. Nearly ten years of my ministry was spent ministering to the needs and hurts of Singles. This message came out of that ministry.

    Myths About Marriage Psalm 127:1 Introduction What is a myth? - "A myth is viewed as an idea or ideal, based on a half truth, which presents a distorted picture of reality." Single adults when faced with rejection, loneliness, or sexual tensions, often find it easy to romanticize or fanaticize ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Greed Is The Creed Series

    Contributed by David Blizzard on Jan 27, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 4,938 views

    OUTLINE FOR NEHEMIAH CHPT. 5

    WHEN GREED IS THE CREED – NEHEMIAH 5:1-13 Because we live in a temporary world we face a challenge every day about the priorities of life. Will we live for the temporary world or will we live for that which is eternal. If we are not careful and don’t keep our eyes on Jesus and His kingdom, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist