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  • Kevin Thacker avatar

    It's Good To Be Here

    Contributed by Kevin Thacker on Feb 7, 2017
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     | 13,042 views

    A good preacher friend of mine passed away and he always said "It's Good To Be Here". This sermon is a look into the reasons why it's good for us to go to church. Matthew 17:1-8

    In Matthew 17:4, Peter speaks to the Lord during the transfiguration and says these words, "...Lord, it is good for us to be here:...". Why was it good for them to be there? I want to take a few reasons why I believe it was good for them to be there and apply them to reasons why it is good for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Anatomy Of A Worshipper

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 16, 2010
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    Worship isn''t an entertaining showcase for a talented soprano or a lecture on textual criticism or a pleasant weekly reunion of friends and family. Instead, true worship is a joyous celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ

    THE ANATOMY OF A WORSHIPPER by Bishop Charles C Jones 2 Samuel 24:18-24:25 Our focus in this message is to explore the exercise of worship. There is a book out that is entitled ’ Worship is a verb’, in this book the author states that Worship isn''t an entertaining showcase for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Can't Rush Through This Part Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 28, 2020
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     | 4,640 views

    Sorry friends - the contents of this sermon means there is no short cut. It's too early to tell you what's in it and you will just have to wait until you read it.

    The context for this sermon is this is Passion Sunday 29 March 2020 and this is the second weekend where because of the Corona Virus lockdown, rather than meeting as a physical church we will be meeting online. ................................................................................ When I ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Lesson 5: That God Would Count Them Worthy Of Their Calling Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 6, 2021
     | 2,101 views

    Paul has been informing his friends at Thessalonica of the prospect of deliverance and glory at the coming of the Lord. But he is aware that they still must live out their faith in the world of people who oppose the things of God.

    Tom Lowe 1/22/20 Lesson 5: That God Would Count Them Worthy of Their Calling (2 Thes. 1:11a) Introduction Paul has been informing his friends at Thessalonica of the prospect of deliverance and glory at the coming of the Lord. But he is aware that they still must live out their faith in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Has A Lot Of Wait ---Only You Can Change You

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 28, 2021
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    Patience and submission have become dirty words in today's church. Don't grow weary my friend. God remembers your efforts. There is a pay day at the end of the road.

    LIFE HAS A LOT OF WAIT… ONLY YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. 1 Corinthians 13:4 (MSG) Love never gives up. Love cares more for others than for self. Love doesn't want what it doesn't have. Love doesn't strut, Doesn't have a swelled head, 1 Corinthians 13:4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rolling Stone Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 23, 2022
     | 2,820 views

    There are lots and lots of ways that we can put Jesus in a tomb and roll a stone over it, but there is no tomb strong enough, my friend, no stone too heavy that Jesus can’t smash it to pieces.

    [Remember ... the members have been placing stones at the foot of the cross for the past seven weeks of Lent and the pile of stones around the bases has gotten pretty impressive ... powerful visual. But when they come in on Easter morning, the stones are all gone.] [Read Luke 15:11-24.] You’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Remembrance Sunday, The Poppy, The Hope And The Love.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 12, 2017
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     | 13,028 views

    We will remember them, those who gave their lives. We also remember our Lord who also gave his life not only for his friends but his enemies also. Where then is God?

    This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 12th November 2017 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). John 15:12-17 John 3:15-17 Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Benefits Of Biblical Friendship

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 29, 2025
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    Biblical friendship is not optional—it’s essential. It reflects the very heart of God, who created us for koinonia, gave us a Friend in Jesus, and calls us to love one another in the same way.

    The Benefits of Biblical Friendship "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time." – Proverbs 17:17 (CSB) Introduction We live in a world where friendships are often casual, self-serving, or shallow. Yet in Scripture, true friendship is not just ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Have Seen Strange Things Today! Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 5, 2025
     | 303 views

    A very sick man was confined to a pallet but still wanted to find Jesus so he could be healed. There were four friends who did take him to Jesus--and the sick man was healed!

    We have seen strange things today (Disclosure: This message is based on a sermon I preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO, on February 2, 2025; not an exact transcription.) Introduction: This story is one that’s told by both Matthew and Mark, as well as Luke. The main points are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is What Counts In Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 22, 2024
     | 1,421 views

    God is in control of your life, my friend. All that you have is a gift of God. Your parents, your family, your marriage, your money, and your breath are all gifts from above.

    At the conclusion of today’s message, you will be invited to respond to Jesus’ offer of a clean, fresh start. You can respond by going to the Encourager’s Room, a virtual room, or the altar. Today’s Scripture “After this Jesus and his disciples went into the Judean countryside, and he remained ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Lessons From Scooby-Doo Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024
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     | 923 views

    Beneath the fun and mystery-solving antics of Scooby-Doo and his friends lie profound spiritual lessons. Let's explore what Scooby-Doo can teach us about God.

    Divine Lessons from Scooby-Doo Introduction Today, we delve into an unexpected source of inspiration—Scooby-Doo! Yes, the timeless cartoon that many of us grew up watching. Beneath the fun and mystery-solving antics of Scooby-Doo and his friends lie profound spiritual lessons. Let's explore ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Love SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 708 views

    Winning over our friends, family, and neighbors to the Lord doesn't come from telling them to change their ways. It comes from following Jesus' command to love others as we love ourselves.

    How can we win over our friends, family, and neighbors to the Lord? It's not by pointing out their faults or telling them how to change their lives. Instead, it's by embodying what Jesus taught us: to love others as we love ourselves. Love is a powerful force that can transform lives. In 1 John ...read more

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    How Much Land Does A Man Need?

    Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Oct 3, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,754 views

    Jesus isn’t asking to give up all that we have, just that one thing that stands between us and following Him. We can choose today to walk a fresh walk of freedom.

    HOW MUCH LAND DOES A MAN NEED? Mark 10:17-22 Opening Illustration: Leo Tolstoy once wrote a story about a successful peasant farmer who was not satisfied with his lot. He wanted more of everything. One day he received a fantastic offer. For 1000 rubles, he could buy all the land he could walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From The Outsiders Series

    Contributed by Larry Hiles on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 13,005 views

    We can choose to learn lessons in life from everyone. In this message you can see how Jesus used three outsiders to teach all of us some lessons about coming to Him.

    Lessons From The Outcasts Matthew 8:1-17 April 25, 2004 Magicians and power-lifters sure are fun to watch. They can do some pretty cool stuff, like cutting people in two and ripping apart phone books. Neither of which can do much for you in the world, but they are still cool things to see. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Apprentice #2: Philip Series

    Contributed by Gregg Svalstad on Nov 3, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,712 views

    This is the second in a series of sermons on the disciples using Donald Trump’s "Apprentice" series in contrast to Jesus’ approach of selection. This message focuses on Philip and that God chooses practical minded people.(Drama also available)

    Last week we began this brief series “I’ve entitled” The Apprentice: The Type of Person God Chooses. “The Apprentice” is of course the TV reality show centered around Donald Trump in which 18 candidates arrive on scene for a 15 week job interview. They are put through all kinds of challenges, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist