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  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Oh!, Lord, My God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 25, 2020
     | 3,691 views

    Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, we consider the thought of having power and authority ...

    OH! LORD, MY GOD by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 23, 2020) “O Lord my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me: Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Spiritual Complacency Series

    Contributed by Klaus Mehrl on Jul 12, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,218 views

    This Sermon contrasts the spiritual choices made by Lot, whose family was destroyed and Abraham. A serious Father’s Day message.

    On this Father’s Day, and as we continue our series called "A Series of Unfortunate Behaviors", I want us to take a look, as it relates especially to fathers – who are the God ordained heads of their households – to look at the subject of Spiritual Complacency." And I want this to be a message that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
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     | 1,409 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Palm Sunday, the fulfillment of prophetic promises, and its role in preparing for the Passion Week.

    Welcome, beloved family, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy to see each one of you here today, eager and ready to drink from the fountain of God's Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a remarkable ...read more

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    Following The Parade Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 16, 2011
     | 5,339 views

    Jesus entry into Jerusalem marks him as a revolutionary--a threat to the Romans and Jewish authorities, and the door to an abundant life for his followers

    Matthew 21:1-11 “Following the Parade” INTRODUCTION As we enter into Holy Week and reflect on the passion and suffering of Jesus, many of us have difficulty understanding why the authorities executed Jesus. We see his compassion for the common people—healing the sick, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bruce Willis avatar

    What A Difference You've Made In My Life!

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,968 views

    This is a sermon from the perspective of "The Exchanged Life" which seeks to communicate the difference Adam’s choice has made in our lives.

    One of actor Jimmy Stewart’s most famous films is “It’s a Wonderful Life.” In that motion picture, Stewart plays a despairing young banker who comes to a point in his life when he thinks he’d be better off dead. So, through the remainder of the movie, an angel shows him what the world would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus The King Ascended Acts 1.1-11

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 22, 2025
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    JESUS’ ascension confirms HIS Authority as KING, shifts HIS Work from earth to heaven, empowers HIS Church, and assures HIS Return. The KING reigns now - and will return in glory.

    2025.11.23 Sermon Notes. Part 4 - JESUS THE KING ASCENDED Acts 1.1-11 SCRIPTURES: Acts 1:1-11, Luke 24:50-53, Mark 16:19-20, Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 110:1, John 14:1-3, John 16:7, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 7:25, Revelation 1:7, Matthew 24:30, Revelation 22:12, Revelation 5:5, Revelation 1:12-18 KEY ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Instructions For Big Events

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,824 views

    in the text we will see three things that God says to Israel to prepare for a big event/trial

    A. Opening illustration: When it comes to being on the alert and ready at any moment to do the job, it’s hard to beat the Pony Express. This historically famous mail service between St. Joseph, Missouri, and California depended on constant movement and readiness. Relay stations were established ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus - Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 10, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,462 views

    How often do we make our choice based on our immediate desire... So often we do that spiritually as well, and Jesus tells us in this passage that HE is the choice we should make, not the temporary satisfaction of our desires, but the eternal joy and life

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 3, 2011 Date Preached: March 6, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus - Bread of Life! Sermon Text: John 6:25-40 [ESV] 25When they found Him on the other side of the sea, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is God’s Will For Me? Part 2 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013
     | 3,803 views

    Are you saved? Are you Spirit filled? Are you sanctified? How about submissive to Gods’ authority or to those in authority around you? Are you suffering for Christ sake or are you just suffering? based on John MacArthur's "Found: God's Will"

    Last week we started looking at the question “What is Gods’ Will for me? And we saw the very first thing that; 1. In order to be in God’s Will I must first be saved. There is no Will without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ… 2. God’s Will is that I be Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What In The World Is Going On?

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,551 views

    Based on Matthew 24:3-14 - Challenges hearers to consider how Christ-followers should prepare for the return of Christ.

    “WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOING ON?” Matthew 24:3-14 FBCF – 10/15/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Title of sermon today: “What in the World Is Going On?” Maybe should say: “What Is Going on in the World?” Our family at our home Thu evening for son’s bday party. As we sat around table, began discussing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Run With Endurance

    Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 24, 2024
     | 1,122 views

    The writer of the Epistle to the Hebrews compares Christian life to a great race prepared by God we should engage.

    How To Run With Endurance Introduction: The writer of the Epistle to the Hebrews compares Christian life to a great race prepared by God we should engage. I. The RACE We Are Facing 1. The AUDIENCES *verse 1a, (we are SURROUNDED by triumphant ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Lee avatar

    Walking In My Faith Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,802 views

    When Jesus spent a considerable amount of time in prayer, it was usually in preparation for a God-sized event.

    A Life Built on Faith: “Walking in My Faith” Matthew 14:22-33 A Scotsman, was taking a trip to the Holy Land, and when he got to the Sea of Galilee he was shocked when he found it would cost fifty dollars an hour to rent a boat to go out on the water. "Hoot mon," he said, "in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism: John, Jesus & The Old Testament

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 1, 2021
     | 2,474 views

    This message is an exploration of some Old Testament symbols of baptism. This message was used in preparation for baptism at church.

    Title: Jesus, the Old Testament & Baptism – It mattered to Jesus Theme: To show the importance of baptism and the symbols from the Old Testament Text: Matthew 3:13 - 17 Matthew 3:13-17 13 Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. 14 And John tried to prevent ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Enabled

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 17, 2019
     | 9,262 views

    We have been Enabled with the authority of God to act in this world. This message is about what it means to be a delegate/representative of Christ.

    Enabled Scriptures: Matthew 3:16; Luke 4:18-21; 10:1, 17 The title of my message this morning is “Enabled.” I want you to think about what it means to be enabled and to help with our understanding I want to give you the definitions of three words. • The first word is “Able.” Able is defined ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evangelism 3

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 16, 2013
     | 4,502 views

    What must we be prepared for when we share the Gospel of Christ? What examples do we have to look at in the Bible? How should these examples prepare us for whatever may come our way when we share Christ?

    Today as we talk about evangelism I want to read the entire chapter of Daniel 5 from the NLT. Daniel Chapter 5 1 Many years later King Belshazzar gave a great feast for 1,000 of his nobles, and he drank wine with them. 2 While Belshazzar was drinking the wine, he gave orders to bring in the gold ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene