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  • John Williams III avatar

    Outcast But Not Outspoken (2009)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 6, 2021
     | 4,965 views

    Bartimaeus was blind and outcast, but he refused not to be heard because he was eager and desperate to pursue Jesus who could heal him.

    Mark 10:46-52  They came to Jericho. As he and his disciples and a large crowd were leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside.  (47)  When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, "Jesus, Son of David, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Danger Of Distance

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 14, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,464 views

    No one drifts to intimacy. In fact, what we do is drift to distance. The problem is that distance is dangerous.

    The Danger of Distance In huge bright red or perhaps caution yellow letters it is right there in front of your windshield it says, "Stay back 200 ft.!" The insinuation is that if you tailgate or follow at any closer distance you are putting yourself in a dangerous position. For the health of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seven Ways To Say I Love You

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 14, 2016
     | 6,712 views

    A message to focus on the love of Jesus for mankind.

    Seven Ways to Say I Love You Matthew 27:16, Luke 23:34, 23:43, 23:46, John 19:26-27, 19:28, 19:30 Introduction: How many of you have ever heard the following: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height, My soul can reach, when feeling out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing The Character Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 3, 2022
     | 3,077 views

    As we journey with Jesus we will become more like Him

    April 30, 2022 So far in our discipleship journey, we have talked about ASSUMPTIONS, TRANSFORMATION, COUNTING the COST, and SURRENDER-ADJUST-OBEY, which brings us now to DEVELOPING the CHARACTER of JESUS. One day as the crowds were gathering, Jesus went up the mountainside with his disciples and ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Where Do We Go From Here?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 1, 2025
     | 459 views

    preached just after November 2024 elections - what do we do now?

    Galatians 3:26-29 The election is over, and some people are ecstatic, and some fear for the future of our democracy. As with any election, there are winners and losers. This day brings many of us conflicting emotions. As we celebrate our right to vote and the opportunity to have a democracy in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Beloved

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,138 views

    A sermon about how much God loves you.

    “Beloved” Luke 15:1-32 If there were one word I could use to describe how other people see you what would it be? Maybe it would be “smart” or “athletic” or “funny” or “popular” or “loner” or “nerd.” Think about it for a minute. What is that one word I could use to describe how other people ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Body Count And No Good Men

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 27, 2024
     | 641 views

    You must be a good woman to get a good man.

    Proverbs 11:22  As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. Proverbs 31:10  Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.  11  The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope Is Already Ours Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 12, 2022
     | 1,868 views

    When it comes to living with hope, the choice of how we will live really is ours. It is something that each of us has to come to terms with right now, and Christmas is a wonderful season to remember and celebrate what God has done.

    2022 Advent Sermon Series “Hope is Already Ours” Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction - The Advent season is a wonderful time of year!! - Not only does it signify the celebration of Jesus’ arrival to this world - Sometimes it brings to memory celebrations of years gone by - More often than not, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go Write Your Song: Reclaiming Your God-Given Identity Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 1, 2025
     | 187 views

    This is the 8th talk and final in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1." It explores how true identity is formed—rooted in a relationship with God. It invites participants to reject old, harmful messages and embrace a new identity shaped by God's love.

    Trauma and Transformation - "Go Write Your Song: Reclaiming Your God-Given Identity" This is the 8th and final talk in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1". The course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Weight Of Glory And The Stain Of Blood

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025
     | 152 views

    This sermon explores the Apostle Paul's declaration that he is "pure from the blood of all men" by examining the terrifying weight of spiritual accountability and the costly faithfulness required to have a clear conscience.

    Sermon: The Weight of Glory and the Stain of Blood Text: Acts 20:26 "Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men." Introduction: The Echo on the Shore Let us travel back in time. Do not picture a polished pulpit or listen for a gentle organ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,005 views

    A sermon for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

    Matthew 1:18-25 Peace Have you ever gone through an incredibly disturbing time in life? Have you ever been hit so hard by some bump in life’s road that you felt knocked down, and perhaps nearly knocked out? Ever hit rock bottom? I would imagine most of us who have been alive for a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Be Blameless PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,018 views

    The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to actively work on their personal salvation, live blameless lives, and glorify God through their actions, shining as lights in a dark world.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage from Philippians. I love how Arnold J. Toynbee once said, "Man's true end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever." This quote perfectly captures the heart of our message today. Let's read the passage together: "Therefore, my ...read more

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    It's Time To Fight Back PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,598 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to bravely confront spiritual battles, build spiritual strength, and claim victory in Christ through the armor of God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our common love for the Lord. We are here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are not bystanders, but soldiers in the spiritual battlefield, armed with the armor of ...read more

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    The Seven Major Themes Of The Bible

    Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Mar 7, 2022
     | 4,773 views

    What are the major themes of the Bible that Christian ministers ought deal with in their preaching?

    The Seven Major Themes of the Bible Luke 6:17-26 Do preachers repeat themselves? The good ones do! Certainly, Jesus did. A good preacher repeats himself Sunday after Sunday. I’m not talking about telling the same stories repeatedly; nor am talking about using old, worn-out phases that everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Transformed By Truth: Lessons From The Seven Churches Of Revelation 2:1–3:22 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,007 views

    May these lessons from the seven churches of Revelation inspire us to pursue wholehearted devotion to Christ and faithful obedience to His Word. Let us be transformed by the truth and live as faithful witnesses in the world.

    Transformed by Truth: Lessons from the Seven Churches of Revelation 2:1–3:22 Introduction: Today, we embark on a profound exploration of the messages delivered to the seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. These messages, addressed by Christ Himself through the apostle John, offer timeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal