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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    1 Peter Introduction Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 9, 2015
     | 5,119 views

    A brief introduction about the author, Peter, and then the entire letter was read to familiarize our church with the context. Individual messages will follow in the coming weeks.

    1 Peter Introduction 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 1 Introduction ∆ Point 1 – Who’s Peter? So, let’s talk about Peter … - His name, Cephas, in the Syriac language, means “rock” -- One of the original 12 apostles (walked on water) -- Was at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    4 Questions Inspired By The Magi Series

    Contributed by Chris Miller on Dec 27, 2019
     | 5,876 views

    The Magi are brief on the Christmas scene, but they give us some essential take-aways. They inspire 4 questions within every seeker of Christ.

    Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction to Series A father was sitting in his office on a Saturday morning reading through the newspaper and becoming agitated by the advertisements jumping off the page at him reminding him Christmas was just four days away. All the ads were prompting the same questions. Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas Stinks! Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017
     | 6,848 views

    There is much that stinks in this world, but Jesus' birth in a smelly manger reminds us that Jesus can be born in us. A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

    Christmas stinks! Or, so would say the Grinch who stole Christmas. You remember the Grinch? The slinky, green ogre of a character created by Dr. Seuss whose heart was too small to love and appreciate Christmas. We know the story. All the Who’s down in Whoville make the Grinch cringe with all their ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Go! And Live With Eternity In View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 236 views

    Life under the sun is brief, and death is certain. But here’s the urgent question: How should we live now, in light of eternity?

    Go! And Live with Eternity in View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Introduction – A Wake-Up Call for the Living Imagine standing at a funeral. You hear the quiet sobs, see the flowers, smell the lilies, and sense the finality of that wooden casket. One thing strikes you deeply: that person’s time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Secret

    Contributed by Perry Newton Sr on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,568 views

    Here is a brief but powerful revelation, on secret giving which brings a dimmer on the popular method of extorting money and alms from people in the Church setting.

    The Power of Secret By Bishop Dr Perry Edison Newton Nassau, Bahamas “Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of the: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. Therefore when thou doest thine alms do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sowing The Seeds Of Love

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 8, 2003
    based on 171 ratings
     | 15,973 views

    A brief wedding message about being the right kind of soil, not letting problems choke out the joy, and keeping God’s Word in the marriage.

    Homily I’d like to share a brief word to you from God’s Word, encouraging you in your new life. Jesus told a story once about 4 kinds of soil that a farmer scattered some seeds in: 1) on a footpath - birds came and ate the seeds 2) in shallow soil - it grew up quickly but soon wilted for lack of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heavenly And Earthly Sanctuaries Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Mccombs on Jul 6, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 4,649 views

    Part two of Symbols of the Covenants series. A brief look at the Heavenly and Earthly Sanctuaries as symbols of the old and new covenants as seen in Hebrews Chapter 8.

    Symbols of the Covenants II: Earthly and Heavenly Sanctuaries Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-6 I. Introduction and Review If you remember the last time I spoke I spoke on Abraham’s experience with Hagar and Sarah as Symbols of the old and new covenants. The experience with Hagar was being religious in ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Out With The Old, In With The New.

    Contributed by Robert Mccracken on Nov 13, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 19,525 views

    A brief study of Ephesians 4:22-24, how one needs to get rid of their old sinful self, and become a new creation in Christ.

    Message: Out with the Old and In with the New. This morning we are going to take a look into a small portion of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. This letter is somewhat different than some of Paul’s other writing. This book has three main themes, the believers position through grace, the truth ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Now Matter Who Wins, You Will Lose

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,174 views

    This sermon is a relentless drum beat of negativity concerning America’s political predicament with a brief flicker of hope at the end. Theme: Demigods disappoint and enslave.

    In the early days of our Republic pastors would set aside the Sunday before election day to preach a sermon about the coming vote. In those days they would name names and tell the congregation who to vote for. Now, thanks to a 1954 law, churches can no longer speak out in the same way. If they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Some Profound Heresies

    Contributed by John A. Peck on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,050 views

    On the Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee, a clear look at some distorted teachings on Atonement and Salvation are presented, one by one, and a brief look at the therapeutic nature of Atonement.

    Some Profound Heresies Luke 18:10-14 Today, I’m going to teach you some profound heresies! In today’s Gospel, we have two men. This is a short, but important parable. First, the Pharisee. The Pharisee begins his prayer “O God, I thank you that I am not like other ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • David Mende avatar

    The Horrors Of Hell

    Contributed by David Mende on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 44 ratings
     | 21,384 views

    A sermon describing the horrors of hell. Must-read for every human. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    Introduction Often the word “hell” is thrown around casually like it was no big deal. Many people even joke about hell. Some have been heard saying that they didn’t mind going to hell because all of their favorite film stars and cricketers were going to be there too. However, anyone making such a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is A Deacon Series

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 22, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,934 views

    There are many misconceptions about the ministry of a deacon. This is a brief outline summarizing the role of deacons in the early Church. These should be guidelines for the 21st century deacons.

    In the original language, the word, Deacon, means Servant The title itself, is as descriptive as any job description could be. In the Bible, words have meanings and the word "deacon" means servant. Here is how the word has been defined in its various forms: "Diakoneo and its derivatives, as their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    7.1 On The Richter Scale. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,577 views

    A brief message to the folks at the Corps, after the quake that rocked our city, reminding them that nothing can seperate us from the love of God.

    Romans 8:37-39 37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. 38 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons,d neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Greatest Commandment

    Contributed by David Mende on Jun 5, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,480 views

    Love is the greatest need of humans and it also the greatest obligation of humans. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: {Many years ago a shabbily dressed boy trudged several miles through the snowy streets of Chicago, determined to attend a Bible class that was conducted by D. L. Moody. When he arrived, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Love Your Enemies" Series

    Contributed by Kendall Hicks on Apr 5, 2016
     | 9,637 views

    I do not write out sermon manuscripts. This is a brief outline of the first message in the series "Say What? (Some Head-Scratching Statements of Jesus)."

    INTRO: It’s Valentine’s Day, so let’s start with a quick survey: Has anyone here every broken-up with someone before Valentine’s Day so you wouldn’t have to buy them a present? (Don’t tell me I’m the only one!). Yes, I have done that. When I was single, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational