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Come And Eat

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 20, 2026

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The risen Christ meets disoriented, ashamed people with presence, restores fellowship through shared life, and invites us to belong again at the table.

Part 1 — Hunger and Disorientation There is a particular kind of confusion that comes after everything you hoped for has already happened. It is not the confusion of despair. It is not the confusion of disbelief. It is the confusion of now what? That is where John 21 begins. The resurrection has ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14, Genesis 3:8-10, Genesis 2:25, Luke 15:20-24, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 8:1 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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The Word Of God Stands Forever PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

based on 3 ratings

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Explores the eternal, unchanging nature of God's Word and emphasizes the importance of understanding and applying it in our daily lives.

Good morning, family! It's a joy to see you all here today. We're about to get into something really special. I'm not talking about your everyday, run-of-the-mill sermon. No, today is going to be something different, something that will stir your spirit and ignite your faith. We're going to be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:8

Topics: Word Of God, Stands

Advent PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023

based on 3 ratings

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Explores Jesus' royal arrival in Jerusalem, emphasizing His majesty, mission, and message.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I greet you with the joy and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ, whose love for us is as boundless as the sea and as constant as the rising sun. As we gather together in this sacred space, let us remember that we are not merely observers, but active participants in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-12

Topics: Jesus' Entry, Jerusalem

God Is A Name Changer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023

based on 3 ratings

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This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering God, using Jacob's struggle and name change as a metaphor for personal spiritual growth and identity.

Welcome, dear friends! It's wonderful to see each of you here, gathered in fellowship, ready to open your hearts to the Word of God. It is a privilege to share this time with you, a moment we set aside to seek the wisdom of our Creator, to bask in His love, and to learn from His teachings. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:28

Topics: Encounter, God

It's About Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

based on 3 ratings

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This sermon explores the transformative power of the Gospel, introduced in Mark 1:1, emphasizing its ability to change us through the living Word, Jesus Christ.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ! It's a joy to gather with you today as we open our hearts and minds to the transformative power of God's word. We are about to immerse ourselves in the Gospel of Mark, specifically Mark 1:1, a passage that introduces us to Jesus, the Son of God. It's a verse that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Topics: Beginning, Gospel

Be A Sh'ma, Not A Schmo

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 13, 2000

based on 54 ratings

| 2,891 views

We can reach our spiritual potential if we align ourselves with the Word of God.

Be A Sh’ma, Not A Schmo Deut. 6:1-9 1. When I was a student at Moody, a student played a tape recorder trick. He gave his girlfriend a package just before her class. Unknown to her, there was a tape recorder turned on inside the box. The tape was blank for 15 minutes, then it had loud rock ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Heart And Mind Of Leadership

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 14, 2002

based on 81 ratings

| 7,362 views

This is a devotional written for my leadership board meeting on having the mind and heart of leadership

The Heart and Mind of Leadership Matthew 10:16 Leadership Team Devotional September 10, 2002 I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 Jesus tells us that we are to be shrewd minded and soft hearted. This seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Introduction On The Church Covenant Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 3, 2002

based on 65 ratings

| 11,712 views

Part 1/introduction in a study of the church covenant

A COVENANT WITH GOD PART 1 Date: May 19,2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Psalms 25:8-14 Introduction I have made mention of growing up in a Missionary Baptist church many times and I recall fond memories of Langley Road Baptist Church; sitting on the hand churn ice cream makers while Dad ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Safest Place In The World

Contributed by Larry Daugherty on May 17, 2001

based on 161 ratings

| 13,465 views

IN DAYS OF DANGER CHRIST IS OUR ONLY SAFETY.

The story of Noah in the Ark is picturesque with types and shadows concerning salvation. Many lessons have been drawn from this historical account that have blessed and benefited the people of God for millenniums. This ancient narrative has a message for us in these present times. As the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-16, Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Holiness

Trusting In God's Promises

Contributed by Mark Johns on Jun 15, 2002

based on 84 ratings

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Sermon that shows how our eternal destiny is based on the Promises of God.

Trusting in God’s Promises Hebrews 6:13-20 Introduction: Life has taught us that “promises are made to be broken.” For this reason we have learned to take most of them with a grain of salt. Yet the Christian faith calls us to stake our eternal destinies upon the promises of God. For this reason it ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:2, Hebrews 6:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Faith Is?

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 29, 2004

based on 64 ratings

| 3,371 views

Faith in God sees the invisible, believes the incridible, and receives the impossible.

Faith in God sees the invisible, believes the incridible, and receives the impossible. A little Girl had been attending a Sunday school session where each student had made a little plaque with the words "Have Faith in God" as the motto. She boarded a bus that would take her to her home, and as the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temptation Of Jesus

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 4, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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Even before Internet pornography, rampant materialism, and on-line gambling, there was temptation. Even Jesus faced it, and in studying His example, we can learn a lot about being victors.

THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS Scripture: Mark 1:12–13 Immediately the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness. And He was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered to Him. Introduction: Even before Internet pornography, rampant ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial Of Jesus - A Tale Of Truth And Power

Contributed by Warren Bird on Mar 21, 2005

based on 24 ratings

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Jesus’ discussion with Pilate during His trial has some powerful messages about power and about truth.

I’m always astounded at that point in the narrative of Christ’s final hours when Pilate says to Him: “Don’t you realise I have power either to free you or to crucify you?” To which Jesus replies, using the WJB paraphrase version of the Bible: “You’re kidding aren’t you? You … power over ME! Not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-65

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do Not Murder, Second In A Series Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jun 5, 2004

based on 10 ratings

| 3,224 views

Jesus raises the standard, thou shalt not kill becomes, dont even hate.

MATTHEW 5;21-26 INTRO; THE MAN WHO HAS VISION AND NO TASK IS A DREAMER. THE MAN WHO HAS A TASK AND NO VISION IS A DRUDGE. THE MAN WHO HAS BOTH A TASK AND A VISION IS A HERO. PLAN YOUR WORK. WORK YOUR PLAN. AS WE CONTINUE THRU THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT, AND AS W E PREPARE FOR THE 40 DAYS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Christ Or Jesus Barabas? Series

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

based on 39 ratings

| 19,240 views

Choosing that which is good for us.

Which Jesus do you want? Matt 27:15 You may notice a difference in this version of this account. On researching this passage I found that in many Ancient Greek manuscripts of this occurance Barrabas is given a first name and that name is Ihsoun (Jeshoun) which happens to be translated Jesus. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-23

Denomination: Methodist

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