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  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    The Transfiguration Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Feb 24, 2023
     | 1,320 views

    This Transfiguration points in a powerful way to the cross, to the passion, the death of Christ.

    Today we’re going to look at an amazing scene in the life of Christ—what we often call The Transfiguration of Jesus Christ. The gospel tells us about an incident on a mountain. The clothing of Jesus began to shine, and His glory was revealed. Why was that moment so significant? In Matthew 16, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keeping Good Company Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,813 views

    Why should I be careful of the company I keep? Should I avoid the company of sinners, and mockers and the immoral? And if I do this (avoid sinners) how can I carry the message of Christ to the lost?

    (Poem) “All the water in the world - however hard it tried, could never, never sink a ship… unless it got inside. All the temptations of this world might wear you pretty thin, but they won't hurt you, one least bit... unless you let them in.” (I could not find the author) It’s a repeated ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 21, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 13,452 views

    We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter of my head."

    Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head (Psa 3:3-5) We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bud Brown avatar

    The Hidden Manna And The White Stone Series

    Contributed by Bud Brown on Oct 14, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 20,408 views

    An expository sermon that explores the significance of the white stone and hidden manna, suggesting an interpretation that shows why they are genuine motives for sacrificial Christian living

    Legend has it that when the famous frontiersman Davy Crockett was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1827, a newspaper reporter asked him if he’d ever been lost. Crockett had grown up in the woods and wilderness of middle and western Tennessee and was often gone out on hunting trips ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Star Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by C Vincent on Dec 6, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,545 views

    What was special about this star and why did the three wise men make such a long journey?

    Num 24:17 "I see Him, but not now; I behold Him, but not near; A Star shall come out of Jacob; A Scepter shall rise out of Israel Remember Jacob’s name was changed to Israel by God Because he was changed from cheating schemer into the seed where from Christ would come Reading Matt 2:1-10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Passion Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 911 views

    Paul, in 2 Timothy 4:7, shares three things he did to maintain his passion for Christ and the Church. These three things can help us develop a sustainable cadence in our lives: Fight the Good Fight, Finish the Race, and Keep the Faith.

    Today, we're chatting about the rhythms in our lives - the good, the bad, and the ugly. We're gonna talk about how to keep our fire for Jesus and the Church burning bright, no matter what. Imagine a candle. When you first light it, the flame is strong and bright. But if you don't take care of it, ...read more

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    A Light Has Dawned

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,433 views

    The message for our annual Christmas Eve service

    A Light has Dawned Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Message Selected Passages December 24, 2013 Turn out the lights as the pastor prays and start with the sanctuary completely dark. Darkness is something we do not like. One of the strongest fears that people have is the fear of darkness. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bharat Raaya avatar

    New Testament Anointing

    Contributed by Bharat Raaya on Oct 13, 2015
     | 6,610 views

    Saul and David depicts two testaments. Saul stands for Old Testament and David for New Testament. Their anointing differed and so was their race to the final destination.

    New Testament anointing 1Samuel 10:1,16:1-13 Prophet Samuel had the privilege of anointing the first two kings of Israel. In 1 Sam.10:1, we see that Samuel took a flask of oil to anoint Saul. But in 1 Sam 16:13 he took a horn of oil to anoint David. Does the FLASK and the HORN ring a bell in ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Troubled Hearts

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 10, 2021
     | 3,909 views

    Jesus is speaking to His disciples trying to encourage them. Jesus knows these men are about to face the darkest night of their soul. These men had been in many difficult situations before. Their leader was always there to guide and encourage them.

    Jesus is speaking to His disciples trying to encourage them. Jesus knows these men are about to face the darkest night of their soul. These men had been in many difficult situations before. Their leader was always there to guide and encourage them. But now, Jesus is about to leave them, they will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Schultz avatar

    The Reflection That Sets Us Free

    Contributed by Timothy Schultz on Sep 1, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,437 views

    Two important exercises that make our lives more meaningful.

    Recently I returned to my former high school for a reunion tour of the building. A new addition had been added and the library moved to the ground level, and we students also agreed that something seemed different on the third floor. Yet the change that was more noticeable to me than the building ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The Creator-Warrior God Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,683 views

    Exposition of Habakkuk 3:3-15

    Text: Habakkuk 3:3-15, Title: The Creator-Warrior God, Date/Place: LSCC, 9/10/06, PM A. Opening illustration: It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Nahum - The Wrath Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 4, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,618 views

    God is just and will judge. God is sovereign and in control. We are all answerable to God.

    Today we want to look at Nahum. He prophesied God’s judgement against Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. • We read last week of Jonah’s call to Nineveh and how they repented. That’s 100 years ago. • 3 generations after, God will ultimately judge them for their evil ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bishop Johnathan Hester avatar

    Witnessed By Disciples

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Feb 18, 2010
     | 5,591 views

    After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light. Just then there

    Witnessed by Disciples STATING THE SCRIPTURES (Matthew 17:1-12) After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Neal Nybo avatar

    When Challenges Come Our Way, Jesus Already Has A Plan

    Contributed by Neal Nybo on Apr 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,751 views

    By looking at Jesus feeding the 5000, we realize Jesus already knows what he wants to do in your situation. Don’t limit the possibilities to only what you can imagine. And, remember what Jesus has done in the past and trust him for something big.

    For those of us who want Jesus to be predictable, I have bad news and good news. The bad news is. Jesus is not predictable. Never has been, never will be. The good news is, he knows what he is doing and its all for the best. The disciples experienced the same kind of hopes and expectations. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #3understand: Motives Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,266 views

    We studying the role of UNDERSTANDING our MOTIVES in ministry.

    #3 In series on 5 part series UNDERSTANDING. This part is UNDERSTANDING THE MOTIVE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Let us ponder MOTIVES! Many suffer from a lack of understanding. We need God to help us grow a SPIRIT of UNDERSTANDING! TEXT: Philipians 4:17 NOT BECAUSE I DESIRE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God