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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Jesus And Missions Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 19, 2012
     | 6,077 views

    A message about how Jesus went about fulfilling missions and how we are challenged to do the same.

    Note: Some of the notes come from The Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible on John 4 Title: Jesus’ Mission Theme: To show how Jesus viewed missions and how we should also. Text: John 4:1 - 42 The Mission Joh 4:1 Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Battle We Fight Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 13, 2021
     | 3,962 views

    Based on Eph. 6:12 - Sermon challenges hearers to know how to fight spiritual battles & be victorious.

    “THE BATTLE WE FIGHT” Eph. 6:12 FBCF – 8/8/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – 42 books on different battles & wars in my personal library – Civil War, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam. The Book of War. 500+ pages – concise 1-2 page synopses of battles going back as far as The Battle of Kadesh – 1274 BC. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No God, No Peace. Know God, Know Peace!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 29, 2023
     | 2,901 views

    Hate can never drive out hatred. Darkness can never bring light. Peacekeeper can not force peace.We need dreamers to be peacemakers, then there will be real growth.

    NO GOD, NO PEACE! KNOW GOD KNOW PEACE… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Martin Luther King said: DARKNESS CAN NEVER DRIVE OUT DARKNESS: ONLY LIGHT CAN DO THAT. HATE CANNOT DRIVE OUT HATE: ONLY LOVE CAN DO THAT. Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Brought To Life; Brought Together

    Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024
     | 360 views

    Paul challenges us to no longer live as unbelievers but as believers, striving to walk in a life holiness, a life of obedience to Christ.

    We are back in our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As a recap, chapters one through three describe what God has done for us in Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done for us, which we are calling Walking Worthy. The first half of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Discipling Our Children Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,564 views

    Part 3 in series Relationships That Work. This message looks at the challenge of raising spiritually healthy children.

    Discipling Our Children Relationships that Work, part 3 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers June 3, 2007 I want to begin this morning by calling your attention to the title of today’s message. Chris, would you show that please? Notice it is not “disciplining” our children, but rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Taking God Seriously Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 31, 2017
     | 20,732 views

    This sermon covers Genesis 19 - the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and challenges us to take God seriously.

    Introduction: A. Once there was a man who grew watermelons to supplement his meager income. 1. He was doing pretty well, until some local kids began sneaking into his watermelon patch at night to eat his watermelons. 2. After some careful thought, he came up with a clever idea that he thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Never Forget!

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 25, 2020
     | 4,143 views

    A sermon based on Acts 1:1-11 to challenge the listeners to remember important truths about the Gospel.

    “NEVER FORGET!” Acts 1:1-11 FBCF – 5/24/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Are you a forgetful person? - Someone once said, “I’m so forgetful & can hide my own Easter eggs.” Alzheimer’s is a horrible disease. - Sometimes, you & I suffer from spiritual Alzheimer’s - May remember some of the things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,190 views

    Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. Whether it was the religious leaders of the day, the multitudes, or even His own disciples, Jesus was always more than people anticipated.

    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Introduction Today, I want to take you on a journey to explore a profound and often surprising aspect of our Saviour—what I like to call "The Unexpected Jesus." Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Arise And Eat: The Journey Is Too Great For Thee Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 473 views

    When the journey becomes too great, God doesn't abandon you—He strengthens you. Elijah thought it was the end, but it was just a transition.

    ARISE AND EAT: THE JOURNEY IS TOO GREAT FOR THEE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:7 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:29-31; Psalm 23:1-3; Philippians 4:13; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Matthew 11:28–30 INTRODUCTION: After the victory at Mount Carmel, Elijah expected national revival. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Getting Over Your Hang-Ups Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 31, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,285 views

    Learn with Esther how to understand and follow the invisible God through the incredible trials and challenges of life.

    Getting Over Your Hang-ups Series: Letting God Guide You May 1, 2005 Recently the news media has been having a heyday reporting the questionable (and usually illegal) behavior of well-known people, (professional athletes, politicians, preachers, presidents, even royalty). From Martha Stewart to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Let There Be Light PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,073 views

    This sermon explores how belief in God's word can break bondages, battle darkness, and free us from demonic oppression, using Genesis 1:1-5 as a guide.

    Good morning, dear ones. What a blessed day it is to be gathered here together in the house of our Lord, ready to receive His word and allow it to work its transformative power in our lives. We are here to partake in a feast of spiritual nourishment, a banquet of biblical wisdom, and a celebration ...read more

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    Will Anyone Get Out Of The Boat When They See You?

    Contributed by Cedric Portis on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,078 views

    Jesus calls us to be light to the world. When others look at you do they see the light of Jesus or do they see the darkness of this dying world.

    Will anyone get out of the Boat when they see you? Minister Cedric Portis 12/01/02 Matthew 14:22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. Matthew 14:23 And when he had sent the multitudes ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    3 Advent B

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 12, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 7,273 views

    The prophet Isaiah speaks of one who comes to bring good news to the oppressed. God gives us eyes to see hope in the midst of darkness.

    3 Advent B Isaiah 61:1-4,8-11 15 December 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen Christmas is a time of images. We so easily create mind pictures of gentle snow and evergreen trees. We imagine presents under decorated Christmas tree, good food whose smell invites us to taste and enjoy. We think of angels and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Big Picture Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 7,164 views

    This is the 5th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This is also the 3rd sermon in this Christmas Series. This sermon looks at the difference the light makes in the darkness.

    Sunday Morning December 22, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Church On The Rocks [#5] (Christmas Series #3) THE BIG PICTURE 1 Corinthians 2:6-9 Introduction: 1 Corinthians 2:6-9 1. God¡¦s ways of doing things do not make sense to us so often, but it does not change the fact that He is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vegi-Tale

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jul 26, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,402 views

    In spite of dark circumstances God gives his people what they need to thrive through it all. Therefore we should eat our veggies.

    - - - - - - - - - All scripture is from the New Living Translation (NLT). - - - - - - - - - A few weeks ago the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the phrase “One nation under God” in the pledge of allegiance is unconstitutional – actually more specifically using such a pledge in a ...read more

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