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  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    Preparation For The New Year Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 29, 2024
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     | 1,082 views

    AS 2024 ENDS AND WE TRANSITION TO A NEW YEAR, HOW CAN WE PREPARE?

    In the Bible, the concept of new beginnings is central to God’s redemptive plan. Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us of this truth: "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." As we celebrate New ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Genuine Repentance Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024
     | 1,051 views

    Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

    WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: GENUINE REPENTANCE A. We are coming to the close of our study of the Life of Joseph titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” 1. Today we will see “GENUINE REPENTANCE” finally taking PLACE in the HEARTS of Joseph’s brothers. 2. Several months have passed from the time ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Appointments

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 4, 2025
     | 174 views

    Saul meets Jesus on the Road to Damascus

    Divine Appointments Acts 9:1-16 Many have heard the term “divine appointment,” which refers to an encounter that the LORD arranges, sometimes with another person, to use that interaction to affect both people’s lives. Sometimes, divine appointments can be when you run into a neighbor who has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Israel: The Next Generation

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2025
     | 504 views

    Every generation crosses a river into a new land, taking with them lessons from their ancestors. Your ancestors may not have given you what you needed to travel the desert in safety, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late.

    Should respect and courtesy be taught in elementary, middle, and high school classes along with writing and arithmetic? At the end of the last century ten states mandated that character education be included in the school curriculum and legislation; the issue was pending in many more states. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Transformed: A Journey From Crisis To Cooperation SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 721 views

    This sermon explores the transformative journey of Jacob, highlighting a four-step process of change: Crisis, Commitment, Confession, and Cooperation. Each step is crucial in shaping us and leading us towards a life changed for the better.

    What is one thing you would like to change about yourself? We all go through changes in life, but sometimes we don't change for the better. Many people are interested in self-improvement and quick fixes, but true change takes time. In Genesis chapter 32, we see how God transformed Jacob's life, and ...read more

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    Mastering Self-Control: A Path To Freedom SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,580 views

    This sermon explores the concept of self-control, a fruit of the Spirit. It provides a roadmap to gaining more self-control, starting with acknowledging our problems, leaving the past behind, mastering our emotions, believing in our capacity for change, avoiding temptation, and relying on Christ's power.

    This sermon is about self-control, which is one of the fruits of the Spirit. Self-control is important because many of our problems stem from a lack of it. We often wonder why we can't lose weight, keep our house clean, or break bad habits. The answer is that we lack self-control. Our biggest ...read more

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    Embracing New Beginnings SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,883 views

    We've all made mistakes and poor choices. This sermon will guide you on how to embrace new beginnings in life.

    HOW TO START FRESH: Preparing for the New Year Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Do you desire a fresh start in your Christian life? Many of us have made mistakes and experienced setbacks and failures that have hindered us from fully enjoying the Christian life. But the good news is that God wants to give us ...read more

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    Embracing New Beginnings SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,228 views

    As we approach the end of the year, we gather with our loved ones to celebrate and welcome the New Year. This is a time of change and hope, a time to leave behind the past and embrace new beginnings.

    Today is the last day of the year, and in just a few hours, many of us will gather with our loved ones to celebrate the New Year. While some may host parties with alcohol, we must be cautious as it can lead to dangerous consequences such as drunk driving accidents and harmful actions. ...read more

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    The Way To Greatness Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 31, 2009
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     | 7,462 views

    Greatness is not determined by status. It is determined by service. So if you want to be truly great then follow the least, be the least, and serve the least

    Some time ago, I came across this piece written by a child. He imagines what it would be like if he were in charge of the world. If I were in charge of the world, he writes, I’d cancel oatmeal, Monday mornings, Allergy shots. If I were in charge of the world, There’d be brighter night lights, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Heaven Comes To Earth Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 735 views

    The main idea is that the kingdom of God is available to everyone, regardless of their status or background, and it is about heaven coming to earth and transforming lives.

    Today, we're gonna talk about Christmas! But not just any Christmas story, we're gonna dive into the real meaning behind it and how it's all about heaven coming to earth. So, let's get started! Here’s what I want you to walk away with: Christmas is about God's kingdom breaking into our world. ...read more

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    Why Speak In Parables? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 8, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,916 views

    God’s Kingdom advances by seeing and hearing Jesus.

    Scripture Introduction Read the Shorter Catechism question and ask the congregation to answer: “How is the word to be read and heard, that it may become effectual to salvation?” Congregational Response: “That the word may become effectual to salvation, we must apply ourselves to it with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    As The Silver Is, So Are We Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 17, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,331 views

    Message looks at the correlation between the refining of silver and the Christian life.

    As The Silver Is, So Are We Scripture: Malachi 3:1-3; 1 Peter 2:9; Matthew 13:22; 1 Corinthians 3:11-14 Introduction This will be a two part series that I have titled “As The Silver Is, So Are We.” I received an email several months ago about the refining of silver. In the email, a women’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With The 3 Major Claims Of The Da Vinci Code

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 8, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,259 views

    This sermon tackles The Da Vinci Code claims concerning the reliability of Scripture, the divinity of Christ, & Jesus’ maritial status.

    Dealing With The 3 Major Claims of The Da Vinci Code (This sermon uses ideas from the Grizzly Adams DVD, The DVC Deception, CH Spurgeon, Billy Sunday, & others. Precious few of these ideas, if any, are original to me.) 1 John 4:1-4 May 7, 2006 FBC, Chester ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Until Kingdom Come

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,465 views

    The kingdoms of this world shall become the Kingdoms of our God. Nebuchadnezzar’s Statue describes these kingdoms, and the coming kingdom.

    I. Statue of Kingdoms that Affect Heilsgeschichte (Daniel 2) A. Head of Gold -- Babylon B. Breast & Arms of Silver -- Medo Persia C. Belly & thighs of Brass -- Greece D. Legs of Iron -- Rome E. Feet of Iron & Clay -- Roman Catholicism I. Head of Gold -- Babylon Present Day Iraq ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Mission Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 25, 2019
     | 5,208 views

    The mission of the church is to bring the Good News about Jesus to as many as possible regardless of upbringing, social status or education.

    THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH Text: Romans 1.8-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: "A church should not merely have a missions department, if should wholly exist to be a mission" (Timothy Keller). 2. As a church our mission is the Great Co-mission, to go and make disciples of all nations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist