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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Hope Beyond Disappointment: Following Jesus When Life Feels Empty Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 5, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 322 views

    There are seasons when our deepest hopes feel deferred, when our dreams are shattered, and when our efforts seem futile. The Word of God speaks with a voice that cuts through despair and points us toward hope found in Jesus Christ, the Saviour of the world.

    Hope Beyond Disappointment: Following Jesus When Life Feels Empty Introduction Whether we admit it or not, life often leaves us disappointed. There are seasons when our deepest hopes feel deferred, when our dreams are shattered, and when our efforts seem futile. We scroll through social media and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    One God In Three Persons: Living In The Power Of The Trinity Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 201 views

    Understanding the Trinity is not merely an academic exercise—it is the key to living fully in God’s presence, empowered by His Spirit, and anchored in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

    One God in Three Persons: Living in the Power of the Trinity Statement of Faith: “The Trinity – We believe that the Godhead exists co-equally and co-eternally in three persons – Father, Son and Holy Spirit – and that these three are one God, sovereign in creation, providence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brien Sims avatar

    Discipleship Tested

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Jul 3, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,903 views

    The difference from walking behind Him (coming to church) and walking with Him (living out your life for Him.

    Do any of you have some of those words that you just cannot stand? You know the words, usually words used by kids, that just rub you the wrong way; for example, “righteous dude,” psychedelic, totally awesome, and one of my personal favorites wicked. Why would you want to call anything good and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How's Your Follow-Through?

    Contributed by Scott Sparks on Mar 8, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,845 views

    Without follow-through many atheletes would not hit the mark. The same is applicable in every area of our life. How’s your follow-through?

    How’s Your Follow-Through? Luke 9:62 (NKJV) – 57) Now it happened as they journeyed on the road, that someone said to Him, “Lord, I will follow You wherever you go.” 58) And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Personal Choices; My Loaded Gun

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 8,015 views

    The power of choice is considerable...so are the consequences. How can we make responsible choices that honor God?

    The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever. Psalm 111:10 (NRSVA) Croft Pentz is quoted as saying: Of all creation, only man can say yes or no to God. This message is all about our freedom and the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Third Person Of The Trinity, The Comforter, The Helper

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 15, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 14,694 views

    How the Holy Spirit owrks in the world today

    The third person of the Trinity, the comforter, the Helper John 16:7-14 {7}However, I am telling you the truth: It’s good for you that I’m going away. If I don’t go away, the helper won’t come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. [8] He will come to convict the world of sin, to show ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The First Person To Doubt The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 10, 2011
     | 4,347 views

    The Christmas story begins well before the birth of the Son of God. At the least, it begins with a startled teenage girl who is confronted by an angel with an unexpected announcement.

    “In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, ‘Greetings, O favoured one, the Lord is with you!’ But she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Person To Doubt The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,782 views

    The impact of God’s entrance onto the human scene was difficult for many, though it held the promise of life.

    LUKE 1:26 34 THE FIRST PERSON TO DOUBT THE VIRGIN BIRTH “In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Arise And Build

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Apr 30, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 53,413 views

    Six principles that Nehemiah practiced in building the walls. These six principles if followed will help in building the Kingdom of God in your area.

    Historical Background Because of King Solomon’s sins, the kingdom of Israel split into two parts. The northern tribes were ruled initially by Jeroboam and the southern tribes (Judah and Benjamin) were ruled by Rehoboam. Both kingdoms continued to be characterized by idolatry and immorality. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Learning To See That We May Follow

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Jun 21, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,370 views

    The Greek word for “roadside, road and ‘way’” are the same word. Bartimaeus ask for and received his sight. Upon seeing clearly, he got up and followed [Jesus] along the road… along the “way.”

    “What do you want me to do for you?” If Jesus were to come through the doors of this sanctuary this morning, walk up the center isle then suddenly pause, then turn to you and ask that question….how would you respond? Think about that question for just a moment. “What do ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Your Character Arc

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jul 30, 2011
     | 3,978 views

    If you’re a person of faith, you are a person in process. It’s process guided by the Holy Spirit, of course, and what he’s doing is -- he’s transforming you from building your life around yourself to building it around God.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas July 31, 2011 YOUR CHARACTER ARC Isaac Butterworth Genesis 32:22-32 (NIV) 22 That night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two maidservants and his eleven sons and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. 23 After he had sent them across the stream, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Personal Choice; My Loaded Gun

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,011 views

    Our rights and responsibilities are like the tension on the trigger of a loaded gun; properly handled they are a blessing -- improperly handled they are dangerous.

    February 10, 2002 1Now let¡¦s talk about food that has been sacrificed to idols. You think that everyone should agree with your perfect knowledge. While knowledge may make us feel important, it is love that really builds up the church. 2Anyone who claims to know all the answers doesn¡¦t really ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Walang Krus, Walang Crown

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 23, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,432 views

    Sa pagmuni-muni na ito, ipinapamalayan namin kung paano kami lumipat mula sa pagkalito ni Pedro sa pokus ni Jesus, mula sa krus ng ating buhay hanggang sa korona ng ating makalangit na buhay sa pamamagitan ng pagsunod kay Kristo Jesus sa pananampalataya.

    Walang Krus, Walang Crown Jeremias 20:7-9 , Roma 12:1-2 , Mateo 16:21-27 . Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Basahin natin ang Salita ng Diyos para sa Linggo. Ang teksto ay kinuha mula sa Ebanghelyo ni Mateo (Mateo 16:21-27): " Mula noon, sinimulan ni Jesus na ipakita ang kanyang ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ronald Moore avatar

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

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 4, 2023
     | 672 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

  • Douglas Bryan avatar

    Raising The Bar Of Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Nov 12, 2002
    based on 246 ratings
     | 46,800 views

    This is part of a series of sermons that encourages members to take a personal responsibility for the growth and ministry of the local church.

    RAISING THE BAR THE BAR OF EVANGELISM Acts 4:32-33 INTRODUCTION: Each day as Paul Harvey signs on he says, “You know what the news is. In a minute you’re going to hear the rest of the story.” POEM> What’s the News? What’s the news? What’s the news? Pray, what’s the order of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ