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    Strange Case Of The Cursed Fig Tree

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 10, 2021
     | 4,956 views

    Christ cursed a tree for not having fruit when it wasn't the season for figs. The real symbolism represents God's expectation that we be fruitful and 4 reasons are given why God's expectation is reasonable. Then 3 types of fruit we must have are identified.

    STRANGE CASE OF THE CURSED FIG TREE Matthew 21:18-22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Barbara Albright, a young woman, was discussing her dating life -- or lack thereof -- with her mother. She told her about a friend of hers who had been in a terrible car accident, broken both her legs, and wound up ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gift Of The Mediator Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 27, 2021
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     | 8,984 views

    Scripture says that Jesus is our "mediator." What is a mediator and what did Jesus do to fill that need in our lives?

    OPEN: Humorist Dave Barry once wrote about gifts that were given to Jesus by the Wise Men. He suggested that if you carefully analyzed what the Bible tells us, you’d find there was an overlooked theological fact in the story. There is no mention of wrapping paper. Now why would the wisemen not use ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Get On The Field! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 22, 2022
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     | 3,687 views

    Miracles of God, such as the feeding of the five thousand, provide opportunities to be part of what God is doing.

    INTRODUCTION • When you look back on your life, how many opportunities have you missed because you felt like you were not up to the task or did not have the resources to take advantage of the opportunity? • Maybe you missed your chance because you were afraid? • Basketball great Michael Jordan said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church Of Smyrna Series

    Contributed by Vernon Risner on Mar 5, 2021
     | 4,304 views

    Lessons from the Church of Smyrna. Email me for powerpoint slides and video clips.

    We are just getting started in a study of one of the most intriguing books in the Bible. The book of Revelation. The author is John. When this book is written, John is the only surviving member of the 12. He’s been exiled to the Island of Patmos for his belief in and worship of the ONE true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope Has Come Christmas Program Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 11, 2025
     | 145 views

    Christmas always reminds me of Jesus – Especially how He fulfilled so many prophecies and promises from God’s Word (He fulfilled 300 of them in accordance with the Bible)

    Christmas Program School 2025 – Hope has Come! Survey: Top Ten Christmas Characters The most popular Christmas characters: 1. Santa Claus: The quintessential symbol of Christmas, Santa Claus embodies the spirit of giving and joy. He is known for his red suit, white beard, and the tradition of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Listening For His Still, Small Voice

    Contributed by Les Buttolph on Sep 13, 2025
     | 284 views

    God speaks to us when we drown out the world's noise

    Fearing his wife was losing her hearing, a man stood at the back of the kitchen as she was washing dishes in the sink and said “I love you”. Hearing no response, he moved closer, again saying, “I love you”. Again, hearing no response, he stands directly behind her and says, “I love you”. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Don't Quit, Learn To Play Hurt.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 3, 2024
     | 1,437 views

    Kindergarten teaches us live is not fair. Hurt is part of life and we must learn to thrive when hurt brings us pain and disappointments.. GOD HAS A PLAN AND PURPOSE FOR YOU.

    DON'T QUIT! LEARNING TO PLAY HURT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com. (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Butterflies do not fly in the rain. Their wings are so fragile. The droplets of water would destroy their wings. Sometimes the best thing we can do during a storm is find a safe place and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Trusting God For 2025

    Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 29, 2024
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     | 8,389 views

    Encouragement from the bible on how to survive and thrive in the new year

    "Trusting God for 2025" CCCAG 12-29-24 Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction- The last Sunday of 2024! A lot of changes this year Our church family saw a few changes- • Keith and Marvin have gone onto their eternal reward. • Roberta, Matthew, and Doris moved out of the area. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Reality Of The Battle Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 9, 2023
     | 2,884 views

    Spiritual warfare is real.

    INTRODUCTION • In life, it is easy to stick our heads in the sand and act as if we do not see something, or if we do not acknowledge something, it is not happening. • Since I graduated High School, I have struggled with my weight. • I was not struggling because I thought I looked ok until I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Touched

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 12, 2023
     | 6,232 views

    There are many things that will touch your heart and send a range of emotions in your life. Many things will touch you but there is nothing like being touched by God.

    Touched By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - There are many things that will touch your heart and send a range of emotions in your life. A stroll along a sandy beach at sunset with the love of your life will touch your heart and send the emotion of love running through you. The loss of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    2024 Baccalaureate Sermon

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 2, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 59,860 views

    A baccalaureate sermon given to a local high school graduating class 2024

    2024 Baccalaureate Service Text: Psalm 90:9-12 Well let me begin by saying that I am honored to stand before you today. I know you students, I’ve met many of you, I’ve talked to most of you, and even taught some of you, so it’s an honor to be able to stand here and hopefully impart some wisdom. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A New Calling Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on May 12, 2024
     | 1,421 views

    God calls us to be holy as He is holy. Is this even possible? Consider these thoughts about how we are holy.

    From the beginning of time, God has desired to have a relationship with people. We saw it as we looked at the new creation when God placed everything under mankind’s dominion. It was evident as we looked at the new life as we saw how God provided even after people messed things up by listening to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Visit Of The Magi Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024
     | 1,805 views

    The coming of the shepherds who had nothing to give the new born king and the coming of magi bearing expensive gifts for the Christ child, demonstrate that Jesus Christ receives people from all walks of life.

    THE CHRISTMAS STORY: THE VISIT OF THE MAGI A. WISE MEN ILLUSTRATION: A church put on its annual CHRISTMAS PROGRAM where the children ACT out the Christmas Story. The scene opened with MARY and JOSEPH in a stable admiring the baby JESUS lying in a manger. Then comes the SHEPHERDS walking in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Living Dead Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 30, 2024
     | 829 views

    The Second message in this series speaks on allowing the Holy Spirit to change our perspective on the things of this world and focus on the next.

    The Living Dead The 7 Blessings in Revelation Series Scripture Revelation 14:13 Introduction: This Thursday we celebrated the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Europe. As most of you know this was the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany, and the decisive operation that led us to victory ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Word Of God Is Not Bound

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 13, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,923 views

    Paul was a prisoner, bound with a chain, but he told Timothy, "But God's Word is NOT bound!" Religions nor Govts can bind the Word; our unworthiness can't bind it, and it can't be stopped!

    THE WORD OF GOD IS NOT BOUND 2 Tim. 2:1-5, 8-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. It was the 9th of July and the judge, a veteran, was in a good mood as he asked the prisoner, “What are you charged with?” 2. The defendant replied, “Your Honor, I was simply doing my 4th of July shopping early.” “That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God