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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Unseen Hope Is Not Blind Hope: A Sermon For The First Sunday In Advent

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 23, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,980 views

    Our natural eyesight can blind us to the unseen hope.

    ? Unseen Hope is not Blind Hope: A Sermon for the First Sunday in Advent Romans 8:24–25 NKJV For we were saved in this hope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does one still hope for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with perseverance. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Be A Doer! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 10, 2022
     | 2,683 views

    Based on James 1:19-27 - Challenges hearers to DO what the Word of God says to do.

    “BE A DOER” James 1:19-27 FBCF – 10/9/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Nike started the “Just do it!” tagline in their advertising in 1988. Long before then, James said, “Just do it!” around A.D. 45, only he wasn’t talking about athletic footwear. He was talking about living the Christian life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Birthright (2008)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 24, 2022
     | 969 views

    When we make problems for ourselves where God had intended for us to make progress, we cannot usually reset our course. The Old Testament story about the Esau’s birthright that he surrendered to his brother Jacob is perhaps one of the best examples of this.

    THE BIRTHRIGHT Text: Hebrews 12:16 President John Fitzgerald Kennedy once said, “Our problems are man made; therefore they may be solved by men. And man can be as big as he wants. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings.” There is a lot ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God's Faithful Reward Hebrews 6:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 18, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,839 views

    Hebrews 6:10 assures us that our labour in love does not go unnoticed by God.

    God's Faithful Reward Hebrews 6:10 Introduction Today, we delve into the depths of God's faithfulness and His recognition of our efforts through the powerful verse, Hebrews 6:10. This scripture assures us that our labour in love does not go unnoticed by God. Hebrews 6:10 (NLT): "For ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Running The Race: Living A Life Of Purpose Acts 20:24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,290 views

    In Acts 20:24 the Apostle Paul shares his deep sense of mission and dedication.

    Running the Race: Living a Life of Purpose Acts 20:24 Introduction: Today, we will explore a powerful verse from the book of Acts that speaks to the purpose and passion with which we are called to live our lives. Our focus will be on Acts 20:24, where the Apostle Paul shares his deep sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,533 views

    John 16:33 encapsulates the reality of the challenges we face in this world and the ultimate victory we have in Christ. As we delve into this passage, let's uncover the profound peace, assurance, and hope that Jesus offers to every believer.

    Overcoming Through Christ John 16:33 John 16:33 (NLT): "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world." Introduction Today, we gather to explore a powerful and comforting ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In Search Of The Cross

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 16, 2024
     | 563 views

    A sermon for the season following Pentecost, Year B, lectionary 24

    September 15, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 8:27-38 In Search of the Cross Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Yesterday, September 14, is recognized as Holy Cross Day. The festival commemorates when St. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Wherever He Leads, I'll Go

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Nov 18, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 41,018 views

    God will use you. God has a plan for you, just as He had a plan for Philip, so long ago.

    Introduction Take your Bibles, please, and turn, this morning, to the Book of Acts, the eighth chapter. We’re making our way through this book under the title, “That Old-Time Religion.” Now, in order to face the future, we need to understand the past. If we want to understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fly High - Acts Part 4

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,550 views

    The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with ordinary people who are filled with the Holy Spirit.

    Fly High – Acts part 4 On the lighter side of life: The Secret Service is preparing to issue a cease-and-desist order to stop a Christian ministry’s use of a gospel tract designed as a "million-dollar bill," after someone tried to deposit one of them into a bank account, reports WorldNetDaily. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian's Duty In Response To Salvation (1 Peter 1:13-16) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,879 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 1:13-16

    The Christian’s Duty in Response to Salvation Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What To Wear In A War

    Contributed by Jack Graham on Nov 16, 2016
     | 14,066 views

    Ephesians chapter 6 and we’re taking a behind-the-scenes look at the invisible world. A very real, a very powerful world. You know we are not human beings living in a spiritual world; we are spiritual beings living in a human world.

    This is from a transcript of a sermon preached by Dr. Jack Graham on September 25, 2011 Thank you so much, students. And I would invite you now to take your Bibles and turn with me to the book of Ephesians, chapter 6. If you don’t have a copy of God’s Word there’s one provided ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dark Angel

    Contributed by Jack Graham on Nov 16, 2016
     | 7,797 views

    INVISIBLE… There’s more to life than what you see. The invisible is all around us. What we can’t see physically is real. As a matter of fact often more real, more substantive than what we can actually see.

    This is from a transcript of a sermon preached by Dr. Jack Graham on September 18, 2011 We got back from Israel this past week, about 15 of us, including 10 of our young ministers. We had an incredible time walking where Jesus walked and experiencing those sights once again. I’ve been to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus (God) Became King! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 7, 2023
     | 2,252 views

    Jesus proved He was the King of Kings through His birth, life, ministry, death, resurrection and ascension. God recognized Him as “The King” and coronated Him with the crown of glory, honor and power.

    Sermon: Easter - How Jesus (God) became King! Easter Sunday Reading (Before Sermon) It was evident that the people were desperate for more than just “any king” but for “The King.” The king who had come to save them. During King Herod’s reign he expanded and built up the temple of God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Knowable God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 96 ratings
     | 25,308 views

    The Bible teaches that God can be known. That’s astonishing, isn’t it? The God of the Universe has chosen to reveal Himself to us. He longs for us to know Him more fully, more accurately and more personally.

    Our Knowable God I want to begin this morning by giving you a couple pop quizzes. This first one is pretty easy. 1. How long did the Hundred Year War last? 116 years. 2. Which country makes Panama hats? Ecuador 3. What is a camel’s hair brush made of? Squirrel fur. 4. What color is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To The Basics

    Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 16, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 17,542 views

    When we lose sight of these basics and let them slide families begin to unravel and eventually the very fabric of our social structure starts to come apart.

    For years at the University of Alabama they had a coach by the name of Paul “Bear” Bryant. He is regarded as one of the all-time great coaches in college football. While he was still coaching, young football coaches from all over would come to watch this legendary man conduct his practices. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal