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  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    The King In Hiding

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 3, 2019
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     | 8,237 views

    Before the event at Mizpah, Samuel had anointed Saul privately as Israel's first King. But on the day he was to be presented to the people, Saul was hiding in the baggage.

    THE KING IN HIDING "20 And when Samuel had caused all the tribes of Israel to come near, the tribe of Benjamin was chosen. 21 When he had caused the tribe of Benjamin to come near by their families, the family of Matri was chosen. And Saul the son of Kish was chosen. But when they sought ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Are The Kings From The East? Series

    Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019
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     | 3,842 views

    This message seeks to expose and reveal the mysteries of apocalyptic images right before the Second Coming of Christ. it challenges believers to be faithful, focused and unflappable in light of the Return of Christ.

    Best life practices, most solid advice, came from my time as a boy Scout … Scout motto is be prepared, and its always worthwhile to observe some timeless codes of conduct, especially practices like: thrifty, clean, brave and reverent, they are go-to principles when the future looks uncertain. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Way To Glory Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 8, 2021
     | 4,902 views

    To find the way to glory, humble yourself before God and one another, harden yourself against the devil, and by God’s grace, keep your hope in God.

    Chan Gailey, who at various times coached for the Pittsburg Steelers, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Kansas City Chiefs told a story some time ago about the time he was head coach of Alabama’s Troy State and they were playing for the National Championship. The week before the big game, he was headed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Sarah Laughed

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 7, 2022
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     | 5,256 views

    Sarah Laughed in unbelief, but God transformed her unbelief, changing her laughter to the expression of joy. God longs to transform the one who is honest before Him.

    “[The angels charged with the destruction of Sodom] said to [Abraham], ‘Where is Sarah your wife?’ And he said, ‘She is in the tent.’ The LORD said, ‘I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife shall have a son.’ And Sarah was listening at the tent door behind him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Promise Of Living Water Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 4, 2022
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     | 3,819 views

    The priest would dip the water and pour it out before the altar, and Jesus choose this moment to deliver a wonderful discourse about living water and extends this great invitation.

    Sermon - The Promise of Living Water Scripture Lesson: John 7: 37-39 “On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! 38 Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christmas: Reason To Hope

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 28, 2020
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    Simeon hoped to see the messiah before he died and he did. His story teaches us something about why we hope and how to hope.

    We’ve just sung that great song by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend, ‘In Christ alone my hope is found.’ That’s quite a declaration! Getty wrote the music and Townend wrote the words. Townend isn’t merely saying that Jesus is A source of HOPE. He’s saying that Jesus is the ONLY source of hope! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "the Future Is Here" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 4, 2021
     | 3,509 views

    CBS aired a TV series called Early Edition. Set in Chicago it follows a man who mysteriously receives his newspaper the day before it is actually published.

    REVELATION “The Future is Here!” Revelation 1:1-4 CBS aired a TV series called Early Edition. Set in Chicago it follows a man who mysteriously receives his newspaper the day before it is actually published? What this means is that he knew everything that was going to take place before it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eulogy Juanita Holloway Christian Funeral

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 8, 2021
     | 5,606 views

    : Juanita was an elderly woman who loved her family and came to the Lord just a few years before she died. She had a great sense of humor

    Eulogy for Juanita Lovelace 6/8/2021 By Rick Gillespie- Mobley Summary: Juanita was an elderly woman who loved her family and came to the Lord just a few years before she died. Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:14 Psalm 139: John 14:1-6 God is amazing. He knew Juanita Lovelace long before her parents did ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Faithful Till The End (1989, Good Friday)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 9, 2022
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    There is truly no spot more interesting---more intriguing to the Christian than the Garden of Gethsemane where Christ went to pray in His final hours before His crucifixion.

    FAITHFUL TILL THE END (Good Friday, 1989). Text: Matthew 26:39-42 . There is truly no spot more interesting---more intriguing to the Christian than the Garden of Gethsemane where Christ went to pray in His final hours before His crucifixion. This scripture is very ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 3, 2023
     | 2,443 views

    A prayer for the new year to remind ourselves to put the important thing first- prayer This sermon was inspired by a message found on Sermon Central, and heavily edited before using.

    Persistent Prayer CCCAG 1-1-2023 Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Matthew 7:7, Jeremiah 29:13 Introduction Happy New Year everyone! One of the traditions regarding celebrating the new year is to sit back and evaluate the past year or so, and then make decisions to change certain things about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Received With Joy, Not Rejected

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 9, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,116 views

    Rejection is painful, especially when you had hoped to be warmly received. It is the issue that Jesus addressed while in the Temple days before His arrest, persecution, and crucifixion.

    Jesus concluded, “’The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes’? Therefore, I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit.” Matthew 21:33-43 Friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Crying In The Wilderness

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023
     | 1,491 views

    If we don’t live the Gospel, how will people believe that Christ also lives? People must see that we are real, before they will believe that Jesus is.

    I expect most of you know by now that we have a homegrown preacher next week. Our newest deacon, Drew Johnson, is going to be my sub on December 26 while I’m off basking in sunny Minneapolis. He’s been up here before, of course: many of you remember when he was a shepherd in our Christmas pageant a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Storm Of Disappointment Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 20, 2025
     | 1,009 views

    Heman is in the storm which comes when we are disappointed with God. Through Psalm 88 we see how this storm is broken by continuing to come before God.

    You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Psalm 88:1-18 “The Storm of Disappointment There is a phrase that we can use sometimes. It is a phrase which brings with it a high level of emotional response – and can create real questions and real hurt. The phrase is I am so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sifting Of The Saints

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 25, 2022
     | 6,962 views

    This passage of scripture has to do with the “sifting” of the saints. Before we can fully appreciate what this passage is teaching, we have to know something about sifting.

    Illus: Some of the older women in this congregation can remember when years ago they had a “sifter” in their kitchen. This was something they could hold with one hand, and use the other hand to turn a handle that rotated a wire wheel inside the sifter basket. As they prepared a meal for their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who's On Trial? Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 4, 2024
     | 2,069 views

    You can avoid making a fool of yourself if you submit to Jesus as your Lord, admit your weakness before Him, and embrace the truth He offers.

    One evening, while waiting for a bus, a young man was standing with a crowd of people looking in the widow of a taxidermist shop. In the center of the window was a large owl that attracted the attention of all who passed by. The self-appointed expert began to criticize the job done on it. “If I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free