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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Road To The Cross

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 14, 2017
     | 3,804 views

    Palm Sunday message that talks about the dangers of following Jesus from a distant

    The road to the cross Selected Scriptures Introduction- Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. A day that we look at the final week of Jesus ministry before He goes to the cross and then the celebration of the empty tomb. To race to the cross and the resurrection without seeing the final week ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Slow Fade PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 699 views

    The consequences of sin and disobedience and God's grace upon repentance.

    Welcome, beloved, to this gathering where we seek to draw from the inexhaustible fountain of God's Word. It is indeed a privilege to stand before you today, in the unity of our faith, to share the profound wisdom that the Lord has graciously revealed through His Word. As we turn the pages of our ...read more

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    Jesus: The Difference Maker PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 752 views

    This sermon encourages self-reflection on our faith journey, challenging us to overcome spiritual blindness and live out our faith with open-mindedness and discernment.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and purpose, to draw near to Him through His Word. There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being among fellow believers, a mutual understanding that transcends our ...read more

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    Stand Firm In The Faith Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,177 views

    1 Peter concludes with three facts: Satan is always actively rebelling against the church; The life of a Christian will always be an intense spiritual battle, and; The grace of God provides ultimate restoration for all. Will we live for Him?

    Stand Firm in the Faith 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 14 1 Peter 5:8-14 Sunday … important message on marriage and the church Calling all to be in attendance and to come ready to hear God’s word Introduction Last Sunday, Mike gave us some incredible insight into Peter’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Common - Pt. 3 - Tag! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 1, 2016
     | 4,956 views

    Every Day. Routine. Take it or leave it. A dime a dozen. Do we treat the rare like the regular? Do we mistake the extraordinary for the ordinary? Do we overlook the incredible for the common?

    Common Pt. 3 - Tag! Introduction We are afflicted with apathy. We are so overcome by it that we treat God as if He is "a dime a dozen", ordinary, optional, routine, or common! So I have been challenging our approach to Him. If we reverence Him appropriately then we will approach Him, prepare for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keep On Keeping On

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jan 19, 2025
     | 644 views

    The bible is full of stories where people get down but don't stay there. Let's take encouragement from three of them.

    “Keep On Keeping On” by Joe Mack Cherry I. Intro A. You can’t always get what you want 1. There are times in our lives that things don’t go as we want. 2. Sometimes it truly is someone else’s fault. a. Some set out to assassinate the character of others. b. Cancel culture c. Others are jealous ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace From Heaven PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,004 views

    Explore and understand the profound truth of God's sufficient grace, which loves us unconditionally and empowers us in our weaknesses.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. We are gathered here today to explore an essential truth that resides in the heart of our faith, captured beautifully in 2 Corinthians 12:9, "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore, I will boast ...read more

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    Why Do We Worship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 817 views

    To explore the necessity, nature, and benefits of worship in the Christian faith, guided by the belief that worship is a fundamental aspect of our relationship with God.

    Good morning, Church family. I hope this beautiful day finds you filled with the love and grace of our Lord Jesus. Today, we're going to explore one of the most fundamental aspects of our Christian faith: Worship. And we will be exploring it from three perspectives: The necessity of worship, the ...read more

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    Accept What God Allows PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,298 views

    This sermon explores the fragility of life, finding faith amid loss, and fostering hope after heartbreak, emphasizing God's unfailing love and comfort in our trials.

    Greetings, dear friends. I am deeply honored to be with you today, standing on this sacred ground where we gather to share our joys, our sorrows, our hopes, and our fears. We are a family, bound not by blood, but by the enduring love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not because we are ...read more

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    Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal (Pt. 3) Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,138 views

    Jesus is using His church to reach a lost generation.

    Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal 3 of 3 July 6, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: "There is an old story about a lighthouse keeper who worked on a rocky stretch of coastline. Once a month he would receive a new supply of oil to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Exodus

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 24, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,562 views

    The church I was an associate pastor in finally got its own building. This is the sermon I gave, which was the last sermon in its original location.

    by Pastor Bruce Ball Senior Pastor CrossWinds Bible Church (given while Associate Pastor of Grace Christian Church) The Israelites were kept as slaves in Egypt for over 400 years before God had Moses lead them to their new beginning. To the place where they would start to grow. To their ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Fresh Look At Grace

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Apr 16, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,021 views

    This sermon is from an “Exchanged Life” perspective on the grace of God which describes that grace as Unimaginable Kindness, Unrestrained Affection and Unceasing Flow.

    Years ago we went with Kathy’s parents to visit the Grand Canyon. It was beautiful and the sheer majesty of that sight took my breath away. So did the shortage of guardrails! Our young son wanted to race to the very edge and look over. My instinct was to hold him back safe from any danger of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heart Bypass (1986)

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 16, 2010
     | 2,762 views

    We are divided over whether to invest more in charity or more in the church program. A key element must be the compassion that gives from the core of our beings.

    It seems as though just about once a week someone will phone from one of the charity agencies -- the Purple Heart, the Good Will, the Disabled Veterans -- and I always know when they are calling, because they will ask for Mrs. Smith. Nobody asks for Mrs. Smith when they could ask for Margaret ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Found Among Sinners Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,699 views

    Large crowds followed Jesus, coming where He was. He could've waited on them to come to Him, but often He went out, seeking them. Jesus was often found among those society rejected. We too must be willing to go where they are, seeking to reach them.

    Found among Sinners Mark 2: 13-17 Following a season of ministry around the region of Galilee, Jesus had returned to Capernaum. His return created quite a stir, as multitudes arrived at Peter’s house, hoping to see Jesus. The palsied man was miraculously healed, and Jesus made a statement that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being In The Family Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,713 views

    Jesus asked a perplexing question that continues to cause confusion and uncertainty - who is my family? His focus was not to appease His brothers, but to please His Father. Our relationship with Christ, and devotion to Him, must exceed all else.

    Being in the Family Mark 3: 31-35 Our text today reveals an encounter that was difficult for many to accept. Very likely the intentions of our Lord were misunderstood and misrepresented. Even today, as we consider these verses, this passage remains difficult for many to comprehend and accept. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist