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  • John Gaston avatar

    Paul’s Jailhouse Thanksgiving

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 17, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,350 views

    Most people aren’t happy when they’re put in jail, but the Apostle Paul had a thankful heart, even when things went the wrong way. He wrote this letter from prison in Rome!

    PAUL’S JAILHOUSE THANKSGIVING Phip. 4:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: True Thanksgiving Disasters 1. On Thanksgiving, one father who’d bought a Ron Popeil “Set It And Forget It” ROTISSERIE and decided to use it to cook the Thanksgiving turkey. He invited the whole family over, of course. "But in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith, The Birth Of John The Baptist. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 7, 2023
     | 1,641 views

    Luke's eye witness account of John the Baptist's birth is a wonderful account, Isaiah 40 fore told and now made real.

    The words that follow from Isaiah 40 are a kind of celebration of faith in that Isaiah was proclaiming a time of comfort for the people of Israel. Isaiah forecast a messenger who would make a way for the Messiah. Isaiah 40:1-5 & 9-11 Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. 2 Speak ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Between Yesterday And Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 27, 2022
     | 1,521 views

    Paul explains why he can't come to rome just yet.

    As Paul says, the good news - the gospel - was promised a long time ago. The first hint that God would defeat evil one day comes - according to many scholars - right there in the beginning, in the third chapter of Genesis. I’m a little dubious about that interpretation, myself, but certainly by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Harassed For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 852 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: HARASSED FOR JESUS ILLUSTRATION: In His book, Lords of the Earth, Don Richardson, author of PEACE CHILD, tells the story of Stanley Dale, a MISSIONARY to the Yali Tribe deep in the Irian Jaya JUNGLE of Indonesia in 1968. The Yali, being HEADHUNTERS and CANNIBALS, were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Are Invited R.s.v.p.

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 11, 2025
     | 176 views

    This message proclaims God’s gracious invitation to salvation, pictured in Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast. It calls hearers to accept the free gift of Christ’s righteousness—the wedding garment—and to live daily in surrendered fellowship.

    Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. The tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, fragrant breads, fruit and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes hungry. Now imagine the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    You're Invited

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 21, 2025
     | 140 views

    God lovingly invites everyone to His eternal banquet; true acceptance means wearing Christ’s robe of righteousness, not our own efforts.

    Section 1 – Introduction: The Search and the Invitation Picture the best church potluck you’ve ever attended. Tables sag under the weight of steaming casseroles, vege meatloaf, fragrant breads, and desserts that dare you to try “just one bite.” Everyone brings something, but nobody goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Did God Really Do This? An Exposition Of Acts 11:1-18

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 10, 2025
     | 590 views

    For the 5th Sunday of Easter, year C

    Edit sermon notes Copy text Acts 11:1-18 Acts 11:1–18 NKJV Now the apostles and brethren who were in Judea heard that the Gentiles had also received the word of God. And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those of the circumcision contended with him, saying, “You went in to uncircumcised men and ate ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Risky Business Part 2

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 31, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,303 views

    The church needs to understand that sharing the Gospel is a risky business.

    Risky Business- part 2 Veterans Video! Thesis: The church needs to understand that sharing the Gospel is a risky business. Main Texts: Matthew 25:14-30 ---Read from the Message "Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour. (Mat 25:13 NIV) "Again, it will be like a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Hughes avatar

    Trial By Felix

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008
     | 4,489 views

    Paul faces trial by the Roman authorities and appeals to Caesar.

    I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. This week, the Presidential race officially began. The Democrats were seen heating up the airwaves and newspapers in Iowa, as the American public sees their potential voting field trimmed down somewhat. b. President Bush, on the other hand, addressed the nation in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Carpenter

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on May 26, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,889 views

    Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree...

    The Great Carpenter 1 Peter 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. 1. The Usefulness of Wood. It was wood with which a carpenter worked, and out of wood came many useful ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    So What Happens Next? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 17, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,141 views

    One of the most fascinating features of the Bible is that it is more than just a history book, it actually tells us what is ahead for our world and us. Both the Old and New Testaments speak of how the world we know will end and that God is working out Hi

    Revelation 20:1-10 The Thousand Years 1And I saw an angel coming down out of heaven, having the key to the Abyss and holding in his hand a great chain. 2He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil, or Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. 3He threw him into the Abyss, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "who Do You Think You Are?" Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 15, 2021
     | 2,247 views

    Jesus criticized the Pharisees for their inability to discern the signs of the times (Matthew 16:3). The signs of our times seem to be indicating an increasing hostility toward Christianity, which has lost its place as the nation’s primary guiding ethic.

    You can run but you can’t hide. That’s certainly true today, amen? They not only know where you live and work, but probably know what kind of car you drive, when you take a shower, what’s your favorite flavor of ice cream or your favorite show on TV, what station you listen to in the car. They ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • John Gullick avatar

    Saddling Up Your Donkey.

    Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 16, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 3,695 views

    A sermon about getting ready from Nehemiah

    > Sermon - Saddling up your Donkey. Nehemiah chapter 2. > > For something to be regarded as a success it needs to get beyond the > dreaming stage to something that is effective. > > When discussion centres around the modern motor car and the genesis of > it's development there is much talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Don't Kill Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 100 ratings
     | 4,541 views

    What does this command prohibit and how does it fit in our society today.

    A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six year olds. After explaining the commandment to "honour thy father and thy mother," she asked, "Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?" Without missing a beat, one little boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Real Small Group Leader Series

    Contributed by Jim Luthy on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,373 views

    Jesus longs to be present as the center of our gatherings, just as he promised, to be light and to give life.

    The Real Small Group Leader Pastor Jim Luthy Last week, I mentioned the optimum group size was probably between 2-12 people. That being said, I’m sure any of you who have worked with a group of others would agree there are times when it seems the optimum group size is one. Working with others ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational