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  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    Overcoming Pandemic Grief

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 8, 2021
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    This sermon addresses the grief we are all experiencing - especially during the global pandemic. It looks at the raising of Lazarus in John 11

    Title: “A new lease on life – or eternal life.” Subject: How can we handle grief in a healthy/gospel-centric way? Complement: By allowing Christ’s resurrection to speak hope into our grief. Preaching idea: “a new lease on life – or a new life!" Purpose: to offer a gospel perspective on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Just Who Are You, Anyway? Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 6, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,216 views

    The most important question any of us can answer is the same question John answered: "who are you?"

    Third Sunday in Advent 2020 “Proclaim liberty to the captives.” Those words from Isaiah have never had such meaning for the prisoners of the world. Haven’t we all felt a lot like prisoners for at least part of this plague year 2020? Our governors, for the most part, have often acted like prison ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "how Long Should We We Keep A Secret? Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022
     | 1,670 views

    According to John, Joseph was a disciple but only in secret. This was for good reason because of the crucifixion of Jesus; Joseph feared the Jewish leaders.

    “How long should we keep a Secret?” John 19:38 For 5 Sundays, now we have looked at what it means to go public with our faith. Last Sunday, I told you that there were two men in scripture who went public by coming forward to request the body of Jesus following His crucifixion. One of those men ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will You Discern Him? Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 14, 2022
     | 1,765 views

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead represents the crescendo of human history. John places his focus on Mary Magdalene.

    - WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH JESUS- WILL YOU DISCERN HIM? John 20:1-18 Introduction The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead represents the crescendo of human history. It is the assurance that the promises of God are true. It gives certainty and clarity to the reality of eternal life. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Moral Test Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 22, 2021
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     | 5,533 views

    First John 2:3-6 gives us objective evidence that someone's profession of faith is credible.

    Scripture In his First Letter, John wrote to oppose the false teaching by setting down biblical principles of fellowship with God. He showed how genuine fellowship with God is identified by three different tests. First is the moral test, which is the test of obedience. Second is the social test, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Let Your Soul Dance Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2022
     | 1,912 views

    John, Mary, Jesus. Would any of us doubt that they were blessed, blessed by their faith in the enduring presence and redemption of God?

    Sixth Sunday in Course year C There is a very unexpected expression in today’s reading from St. Luke. The most literal translation reads: Blessed are you when men hate you, and when they exclude you and revile you, and cast out your name as evil, on account of the Son of man! Rejoice in that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Come And See PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,133 views

    Explores the transformative power of faith, using the Gospel of John to illustrate how skepticism can lead to discovery and growth in belief.

    Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joyous occasion to gather in this sacred sanctuary today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to partake in a feast of faith, a banquet of belief, a communion of conviction. It is always a privilege to share the Word of God ...read more

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    Come And See PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,016 views

    Explores following Jesus faithfully, combating racism, and embracing the invitation to experience God's transformative power through the Gospel of John.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together to share in the Word of God. How wonderful it is to be in the presence of fellow believers, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we prepare to delve into the profound truths of Scripture, let us ...read more

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    Why Was Jesus Baptized? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 831 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' baptism, marking the transition from John the Baptist's ministry to Jesus', and the manifestation of the Holy Trinity.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity, faith, and love to drink from the eternal wellspring of God's Word. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but by God's grace, His unending love, and His call to us, His children. We stand on the precipice ...read more

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    Acts To All The World PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 639 views

    This sermon encourages believers to stand firm in their faith like Peter and John, boldly proclaiming their identity in Christ, regardless of opposition.

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you here today, gathered in the name of our Lord, eager to hear His word and to grow in His love. We are here today, not by chance or by habit, but by the divine appointment of our Heavenly Father. Our gathering ...read more

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    It Was Love That Picked Me Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 552 views

    This sermon explores the profound love of God, the significance of Christ's sacrifice, and the promise of eternal life as expressed in John 3:16.

    Good morning, dear family of Christ. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? A day made by God, a day filled with His love, and a day for us to gather together in His name. Today, we are here to contemplate, to reflect, and to find solace in the message of God's word. Our focus today is on one of the most ...read more

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    God Reigns While Kingdoms Crumble Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 769 views

    Pastor John digs deep in teaching about the significance of Nebuchadnezzar's dream, and why it matters for us today.

    "God Reigns while Kingdoms Crumble" Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 1-26-25 Scripture: Daniel 2:31-45 1. Introduction I'm going to start off this morning with a quick question- What is the kind of person that rubs you the wrong way. All of us have a personality type that really rubs us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Borrowed Breath Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 9, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 599 views

    Pastor John teaches how Belshazzar's refusal to yield to God brought him and his kingdom to ruin.

    Borrowed Breath Book of Daniel Series Daniel 5 CCCAG March 9th, 2025 Scripture- Daniel 5 Introduction A few notes before we begin this message today. Before we dive into Daniel 5, a quick note: I got some emails concerning that I missed something about how to identify the antichrist in last week’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus' Ultimate Sign Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,190 views

    The ultimate sign in John 20:1-31 teaches us that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and the only Savior of sinners.

    Introduction Today, I plan to conclude our sermon series that I have called “Signs.” Jesus performed thousands of miracles in his short ministry of two-and-a-half years. By these miracles, Jesus demonstrated that he had power over sickness, demons, nature, and even death itself. The Apostle ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Is This A Curve Ball? (Advent 2009)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 1, 2023
     | 728 views

    This sermon is about being surprised by tbd unexpected things much like Jesus seems to have surprised John the Baptist.

    IS THIS A CURVE BALL? Text: Matthew 11:2-11 I read about someone’s recollection of a performance that he (Tom Wright) had been rehearsing for on stage at an earlier time in his life. He mentions that all had been going according to plan most of the time. “We had all rehearsed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist