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  • Paul Dayao avatar

    Mindset Matters Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 29, 2025
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    In this second part of the series, the Apostle Paul transitions from our freedom in Christ to the practical daily battle for our minds, contrasting the carnal mindset that leads to death with the spiritual mindset that brings life and peace.

    Mindset Matters: Walking in the Spirit Series: Living in the Spirit - A Journey Through Romans 8 Introduction Last week, we began our journey through Romans 8 by standing on the peak of a glorious mountain of truth. After trudging through the valley of Romans 7, where the Apostle Paul cried out in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Year 2022 Aspiring In Bleak Times Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 24, 2021
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     | 4,501 views

    The New Year is an opportunity not only for us to improve our physical health, it is also an opportunity for us to develop our spiritual health and thus experience His joy between and around the gloom.

    2022: Aspiring in Bleak Times (Psalm 16) 1. Some people observe New Year’s traditions, others do not. Joey Adams shares his blessing for the New Year with us: “May all your troubles last as long as your resolutions.” 2. Someone defined a New Year’s resolution as “something that goes in one year ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Significance Of Laying On Hands

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 28, 2023
     | 2,349 views

    A sermon preached at a Deacon Ordination prior to laying hands on the one being ordained.

    The early church was experiencing phenomenal growth, marvelous miracles, pulsating power, and unlimited blessings. Then, right in the middle of this success story, dissension arose. The Greek speaking widows were being neglected in favor of the Hebrew speaking widows. The Apostles said that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Scatters Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 29, 2023
     | 1,041 views

    Beginning with the stoning of Stephen, a great persecution began against the followers of Jesus in Jerusalem. Saul created havoc for the church, entering homes and hauling men and women to prison.

    September 30, 2023 Beginning with the stoning of Stephen, a great persecution began against the followers of Jesus in Jerusalem. Saul created havoc for the church, entering homes and hauling men and women to prison. He would later describe his activities this way: • Acts 26:9-11 - I too was ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Come Thirsty

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 31, 2022
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    Have you ever ate food that did not satisfy your hunger or drank a drink that did not satisfy your thirst (John 6:35)? Just as that can happen in our physical bodies it can also happen in our spiritual hunger.

    COME THIRSTY Text: John 7:37 -39 It has been said that there are four kinds of thirst. “… Physiologists . . . use Greek-based words to describe stages of human thirst. For example, the Sahara Desert is dipsogenic, meaning thirst provoking … eudipsia, "ordinary ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Nettie J Pennington avatar

    Crucify The Passions And Desires Of The Flesh

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Mar 8, 2022
     | 1,890 views

    Reality bites and in times like these, it is feasting on those who walk according to the flesh!

    Our Father, who is in heaven, I humble myself once again before your mighty throne, drawing near to your godliness and your power of self-control. I thank you for your mercy and grace and for protecting me from the passion and desires of the flesh. As I continue this journey, please help me avoid ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    "Why Is Death Stalking Humanity?” "The Questioning Mind Wants To Know”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 16, 2022
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    I begin with a story about Busch Stadium and use it to tell why we humans try to find away arround God's rules the Ten Commandments. Then wrap up the answer of Jesus to the questions about death and sin.

    In Jesus Holy Name March 20, 2022 Luke 13:6,8 Lent II “Why is Death Stalking Humanity?” “The Questioning Mind Wants to Know” In 1966 the St. Louis Cardinals built a new ballpark and named it Busch Memorial Stadium. There is a story that the owner of the Cardinals, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Benefits Of The Ascension Of Jesus

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 8, 2025
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    When Jesus ascended into Heaven, it marks a new beginning of His ministry on earth. Jesus would once again be seated in His position of Authority, enthroned with all his former glory. The Holy Spirit would empower the Apostles to be Jesus' witnesses to the world

    Sermon -The Benefits of the Ascension of Jesus Scripture - Acts 1:6-11 “Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Darkness Prevails Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 26, 2025
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     | 2,496 views

    This is the 18th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

    Series: Spiritual Decay [#18] WHEN DARKNESS PREVAILS Judges 19:1-30 Introduction: In our study of the Book of Judges, we come across a troubling story that shows a time when the people of Israel suffered from deep social and moral decline. This passage challenges us to face the darker sides of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Undivided Heart Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025
     | 268 views

    God answers the cry for an undivided heart—guiding our steps, deepening our worship, and giving peace stronger than any enemy or fear.

    Introduction – When You’re Pulled in Every Direction Do you ever feel like your heart is being pulled apart? One moment you want to serve God wholeheartedly; the next you’re dragged by competing worries, desires, and distractions. You sit down to pray and suddenly remember bills to pay, emails to ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Character Study Of Paul (Saul Of Tarsus) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 782 views

    Paul's life is an example of God’s power to transform and use anyone for His glory. From a persecutor of Christians to a champion of the gospel, Paul’s story teaches us about God’s grace, perseverance, and the call to evangelism.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF PAUL (SAUL OF TARSUS) – APOSTLE TO THE GENTILES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 9:1-22 "But the Lord said to him, ‘Go, for he is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the children of Israel.’" – Acts 9:15 Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Samson: A Case Study Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 28, 2025
     | 618 views

    Samson chosen even before the birth and ordained for a special purpose. He was filled with power of the spirit at the save time with power of sexual urges. A constant struggle. Finally who son the battle spirit of flesh?

    Theme: “Samson- A case study of holiness.” Text: Judges 13-16 (13:25,14:6,19,16:18-21) Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Introduction: The character of Samson is a good case study for the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit. Samson was a muscle man but weak in sex. Samson ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Be Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brian Vickers on Oct 26, 2022
     | 4,088 views

    As part of our calling to discipleship we seek to become like Jesus in every way.

    Matthew 4:18-22 When we read the Great Commission in Matthew 28 it can become easy for the church – followers of Jesus – to take it in with a “been there, done that” kind of attitude. After all, we’ve heard those words repeatedly, many of us for our entire lives. But this morning ask yourself a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    Jonathan Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 25, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,546 views

    In an era of cancel culture and the quest to remain in power at all cost, the story of Jonathan is worth knowing about.

    November 26, 2022 We know virtually nothing about Jonathan. He was the oldest son of Saul and Ahinoam and next in line for the throne of Israel. The Bible does not tell us if he was married, but we are told that he had a son, Mephibosheth, who was 5 years old when Jonathen was killed on Mt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    In The Rearview Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 24, 2023
     | 1,087 views

    Every story is a mixture of God’s pursuit of people, His ultimate goal of restoration, employing people to accomplish that goal, and humanities resistance nearly every step of the way.

    November 25, 2023 This is the final sermon in our Bible Stories series. It is a journey that has taken 18 months. The very first story sets the theme for every other story. God created a perfect environment, free from sickness, death, conflict, war, divorce, murder, hatred ---- need I go ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist