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    Joy In Christ

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 17, 2024
     | 700 views

    Looking at Joy from Isaiah 55

    Joy in Christ Isaiah 55:1-7 August 18, 2024 This is our 3rd week talking about joy. Next Sunday I kinda sorta promise that we will finish talking about joy. Actually, I’m not really sure if I will or not, because I’m not sure what I’m going to read, study, or how God is going to lead me next ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Confidence In Christ

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 30, 2024
     | 908 views

    If you have ever had something happen in your life that made you wonder if you could hang on to faith - you’re not alone!

    You Can Have Confidence in Christ    John 16:16-33 Introduction If you have ever had something happen in your life that made you wonder if you could hang on to faith - you’re not alone! David often said in the Psalms that he didn’t understand why the wicked prosper - why things happen ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bold For Christ Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 30, 2024
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    What would it take for you to become bold for Christ? As we look at our text today I am leaning in the subject of being a witness for Christ.

    “Bold For Christ” Acts 4:10-14 What would it take for you to become bold for Christ? As we look at our text today I am leaning in the subject of being a witness for Christ. On the morning of August 7, 1974, French acrobat Philippe Petit walked the more than 130 feet between the Twin Towers on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism Into Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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     | 644 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of belief, the significance of baptism, and the active role of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, unified in our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We have been called together to dive into the richness of His word, to find nourishment for our souls, and to strengthen ...read more

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    The Mystery Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 911 views

    Explores the mystery of Christ in Ephesians 3, emphasizing its power to break barriers, foster boldness, and build confidence in our faith.

    Welcome, dear friends and fellow believers. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as kin in the family of God, united in our shared love for Christ and His Word. We are here to engage with the divine mystery that is the Gospel, to seek understanding, to find courage, and to ...read more

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    Rewired By Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,879 views

    Through Jesus, we can overcome temptations and hardships by responding with scripture, relational trust in God, and self-control.

    Today, we're going to talk about how we can overcome temptations and challenges in our lives. You know, sometimes it feels like our lives are a tangled mess, like these wires here. But the good news is that Jesus can help us untangle and rewire our lives for victory. Jesus can help us untangle and ...read more

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    Drawn To Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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     | 538 views

    Our journey with Jesus involves discovering who God is, who we are in Christ, and becoming more like Him as we grow in our faith.

    Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something really cool. You know how we all love free samples, right? Like when you go to the mall and they give you a tiny taste of a smoothie or a bite of a cookie? Well, today we're going to see how God is kind of like a free sample. He wants us to ...read more

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    Divided In Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 377 views

    Following Christ can bring division in relationships, but it is important to remain faithful and trust in Jesus' honesty and guidance.

    Bring in a rope and have two volunteers come up. Have them hold the rope, one on each end, and explain that the rope represents our relationships. When we follow Jesus, sometimes it can cause tension and division in our relationships, like when we pull the rope tight. But Jesus is with us through ...read more

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    The Example Of Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 840 views

    Jesus loved everyone impartially and intentionally, breaking cultural barriers and societal norms. We are called to follow His example and love others in the same way.

    Do you remember Jesus' greatest commandment? He told us to love each other just like He loved us. Today, we're going to see how Jesus walked the talk. Let's pray: God, help us to love like You do. Show us how to look past our differences and love everyone, no matter what. Teach us to love like ...read more

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    Imitate Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    Our goal in life should be to imitate Jesus and love others like He did. His love was extraordinary, unconditional, and selfless.

    Alright, guys, today we're going to talk about the most powerful thing ever: Love. We're supposed to be like Jesus, especially when it comes to loving others. Jesus' love was next-level and didn't depend on what we did. It was all about giving, not getting. Let's try to love like that. Imagine ...read more

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    The Living Christ

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2025
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     | 203 views

    The healing of the crippled man showed that Peter and John believe in the presence of Christ, His power and the authority of His Name.

    Acts 3:1-8, 12-16 - The Living Christ What Peter and John did was remarkable and out-of-the-ordinary. Their actions tell us at least THREE realities: (1) They believe that Christ has risen and is with them. No one would invoke the name of a dead man and expect something to happen. (2) They ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Clothed With Christ Series

    Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 31, 2025
     | 380 views

    Have you ever tried to prove yourself—only to realize the gift was already yours? In Galatians 3, Paul reminds us that we don’t need to earn God’s love—we’re already clothed in Christ.

    I remember the first suit I ever bought for myself. It was 1988, and I was working at Men’s Wearhouse—so I had access to the good stuff, not Hart, Shafner, and Marx, but high quality suits. I picked out a charcoal gray, double-breasted suit with chalk line pinstripes. Sharp. Classic. It was a $300 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Rewired By Christ Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 627 views

    This sermon explores how Jesus overcame temptation, and how through His example and strength, we can also overcome our own trials and temptations, leading lives that inspire and give hope to others.

    Hello church! Today we are going to see that overcoming temptation is possible in our lives. I don’t know about you but sometimes I feel my hardwiring is a little messed up. Did God make me this way on purpose? Because I struggle. I worry. I try to change and get better and sometimes I get so ...read more

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    Drawn To Christ Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 739 views

    The sermon explores how Jesus attracts people to Himself, inviting them to discover God's nature and their own identities, with a prayer for fresh encounters with His presence and love.

    Hey church! I’m so glad that you’re here today! It’s so good for us to be together to worship our loving and almighty God who loves us and cares so deeply about us. Let me ask you a question: do you like to get free samples of stuff? Like, free samples of shampoo or perfume or food? Are any of you ...read more

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    Divided In Christ Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 519 views

    The sermon discusses the cost of following Christ, emphasizing that it can lead to division in earthly relationships, and encourages strength and faithfulness in the face of such challenges.

    Does anyone here today enjoy being at odds with their friends, family, or neighbors? Maybe you’re the type of person that looks forward to a good argument, or maybe you’re the type of person that would rather avoid an argument at any and all costs. Whoever you are here today, I think we can all ...read more

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