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  • Ronald Moore avatar

    The Cost Of Discipleship: A Sword, A Cross, And True Life

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 4, 2023
     | 668 views

    Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him.

    Today, we gather here to reflect on a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, specifically from chapter 10, verses 34 to 39. In these verses, Jesus speaks to us about the cost of discipleship, the profound and sometimes challenging journey of following Him. Let us turn our hearts and minds to these ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Let's Go To Church! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 5, 2020
     | 6,695 views

    Sermon based on Hebrews 10:24-25 to challenge & encourage faithfulness in corporate worship.

    “LET’S GO TO CHURCH!” Hebrews 10:24-25 FBCF – 10/4/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – FB post: “The deepest level of worship is praising God through the pain, thanking God during the trials, trusting Him when we are tempted to lose hope, & loving Him even when He seems distant.” Next tool in “My ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Promises For Every Need: Unsaved Loved Ones Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 4, 2020
     | 4,119 views

    Our challenge then, from Isaiah 56, is to be a faithful witness, pray, and let God be God.

    GOD’S PROMISES FOR EVERY NEED: UNSAVED LOVED ONES ISAIAH 56:1-8 #EveryNeed INTRODUCTION… The Most Important Decision You Ever Make (p) We all make decisions. Some decisions we make are bigger than others. I was thinking about the biggest and most important decisions we make. I am pretty sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Celebrate With The Prophets Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,504 views

    Based on Malachi 5:2 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem.

    “CELEBRATE WITH THE PROPHETS” Micah 5:2 FBCF – 12/2/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A lot of people have a lot of reasons to celebrate these days: - Just celebrated T’giving - TCA Rebels won state football championship for 6th time. - OM fans celebrating their Egg Bowl victory. - Tate Reeves supporters ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wall Will Fall-Wwf

    Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 24, 2024
     | 1,618 views

    How we face the challenges of life will determine whether we are overcome or become overcome-ers

    How we face the challenges of life will determine whether we are overcome or become overcome-ers. • Book of Joshua is the sixth book of the Old Testament and it records the entry of the Jews into the Promised Land . . . the land they still occupy to some extent. • We are going to look at this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Just Do It!

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 12, 2023
     | 1,025 views

    Based on James 1:22 - Challenges hearers to be careful not to quench & grieve the Holy Spirit

    “JUST DO IT!” James 1:22 INTRO – Bible tells us many things that we need to do. - Witness - Make disciples - Honor & glorify God in all we do - Many more things We don’t “DO” these things in order to be saved. - Ephesians 2:8-9 – We are saved by GRACE alone through FAITH alone in CHRIST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whatever You Do, Don't Stop!

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 29, 2024
     | 2,081 views

    Based on 2 Timothy 2:1-7 - Challenges hearers to realize that discipleship is a lifelong process.

    “WHATEVER YOU DO, DON’T STOP!” 2 Tim. 2:1-7 FBCF – 1/28/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Steve Biggs – Chairman of deacons at CWBC – Prolific note-taker on sermons. Kept a journal for year. Fell through ceiling of garage once when looking for old journals in his attic. Missy sent pics of notes he took on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Practicing What We Preach?

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on May 11, 2015
     | 8,029 views

    This message challenges us to examine if there are gaps between what we say and what we do.

    3 Why do you see the speck in your neighbor’s eye, but do not notice the log in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your neighbor, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ while the log is in your own eye? 5 You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Cross Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 2, 2024
     | 1,038 views

    Based on Luke 23:26-43 - Challenges hearers to consider the impact of the death of Jesus on the cross.

    “THE CROSS” Luke 23:26-43 FBCF – 3/24/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Most of you know that Thu is my main study day each week. Get out of office & go to one my favorite coffee shops & pound out the sermon for the upcoming Sunday. One of my favorite spots is Barnes & Noble. This week, walked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Presence Of The Lord: The Source Of Courage And Strength

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 14, 2025
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     | 582 views

    The consciousness of the presence of the Lord with a man, will give him courage and strength to face challenges and the battles of life.

    The Presence of the Lord: The Source of Courage and Strength Study Text: Deuteronomy 20:1-4 Introduction: This scriptural portion is a powerful passage that speaks to facing fears and trusting in God's presence during times of conflict. The central message is that even when facing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 15, 2024
     | 1,545 views

    In the grand tapestry of life, we often encounter challenges that test our resilience, faith, and determination.

    *Sermon Title:* "The Power of Perseverance" Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:1-2 *Introduction* In the grand tapestry of life, we often encounter challenges that test our resilience, faith, and determination. These trials, though difficult, are not meant to defeat us but to refine and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    A Quarter Every Sunday Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 14, 2024
     | 715 views

    Based on Malachi 3:6-10 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of tithing & giving.

    “A QUARTER EVERY SUNDAY” Malachi 3:6-10 FBCF – 10/13/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Some churches are really serious when it comes to getting their tithes & offerings collected. Business mtg minutes - Baptist Church, March 23, 1907: “On motion all male members of the church who neglect or refuse to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    You're In Big Trouble! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 29, 2024
     | 1,583 views

    Based on 2 Kings 19:20-37 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of rejecting God.

    “YOU’RE IN BIG TROUBLE!” 2 Kings 19:20-37 FBCF – 4/28/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – This sermon today may be somewhat of a heavy sermon, but I believe it is needed. Title may seem a little off-putting, even a little offensive. But as we get into this message, you’ll see the truth in it. Sermon last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed By Truth: Persevering In Hope Romans 12:12 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,295 views

    Romans 12:1 serves as a beacon of encouragement and guidance for believers facing trials and challenges in life.

    Transformed by Truth: Persevering in Hope Romans 12:12 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as we explore Romans 12:12. This verse serves as a beacon of encouragement and guidance for believers facing trials and challenges in life. Romans 12:12 (NLT): ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Train Up A Child Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 4, 2024
     | 1,492 views

    Based on Proverbs 22:6 - Challenges parents to share & live out the Gospel with their children.

    “TRAIN UP A CHILD” Proverbs 22:6 FBCF – 6/2/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sitting at railroad crossing years ago. Started noticing the graffiti. Some of it pretty impressive. Question: Why do people do that? Why do people go & spray paint their artwork on random railroad cars that will crisscross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist