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  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Last Seven Words Of Jesus

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 40,233 views

    This is a sermon reflecting on each of the last sayings of Jesus on the cross and used in a Good Friday Service with a sung response between each saying

    The Last Seven Words of Jesus First Saying: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."
 Prayer was been a part of Jesus’ life. There was an ebb and flow in Jesus’ life where he would go into the world and then retreat for time with God. Most of his prayers were for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Power Of His Liberating Peace

    Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Aug 24, 2016
     | 8,023 views

    Jesus came here on earth not only to give His peace when He mentioned this in John 14:27, but also to use His liberating power to free us from all worries of life.

    Intro: Liberator - a person who liberates a person or place from imprisonment or oppression. Ex. Gen. Douglas McArthur the liberator of the Filipinos and other ASEAN countries in WW2. Jesus is our ultimate liberator when He said in Luke 4:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Relentless Living!

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015
     | 8,924 views

    Jesus offers freedom from our past and from our bondages. We don’t have to make peace with our chains and just get used to them, because Jesus came to set free those who are captive! You can grow! You can and should move forward in your faith!

    Relentless Living! Philippians 3:7-16 7… whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    True Faith Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 12, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,161 views

    This is the 15th sermon in a series we're doing on John's Gospel. In this sermon I discuss what faith is, and how true faith distinguishes itself from a false faith.

    True Faith (Gospel of John Part 15) Text: John 4:43-54 Well we’re back in John’s Gospel this morning, and we’ve got a lot to cover today, so I want us to get right into it. John 4:43 – 54 (READ). Now remember, John ‘s Gospel account isn’t written in chronological order. It’s written in a way ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    It's All Fun And Games Until Someone Loses An Eye

    Contributed by Vern Hall on Jun 4, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,346 views

    There is pleasure in sin for a season but when we get right with the Lord we will want to displace anything that hinders our relationship with him.

    It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Loses An Eye- by Pastor Vern Hall Matthew 5:29, Hebrews 11:23-26 Introduction: Tonight as we look into these scriptures I want you to go with me on a journey. Just let your mind take a walk through your life and consider the sights and sounds of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Last Words Of St. Peter: Transfiguration

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 10, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 24,301 views

    St. Peters' last words about the Transfiguration before his death. Luke 9:29 reveals that Jesus' appearance was not merely some luminous glow but more deeply means that as he predicted his death he appeared to be more resolved and determined.

    “The Last Words of St. Peter” Transfiguration “They didn’t tell anyone what they had seen until long after this happened.” Luke 9:36 “We have seen his majestic splendor with our own eyes.” 2 Peter 1:16 Intro: When Thomas Edison invented the first light ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Was A Priest Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 25, 2020
     | 5,431 views

    Does God hear our prayers? What will we do when He sends an answer?

    Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Rev. Bradford Reaves, Sr. Pastor Watch this message at: https://youtu.be/JxKW-ry9SGc Introduction Does God hear our prayers? That’s a question we have all asked. Does God really hear me? I remember several years ago, I returned home ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Daniel: Persistant In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 22, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,353 views

    Daniel is a wonderful example of someone who was sustained and protected by God’s power. Daniel also provides us with a wonderful example of what it is like to live in a society that wants nothing to do with either God or God’s Word.

    Powerful People - Daniel Our series this year is powerful people and we are going to examine how God works in and through ordinary people in a powerful way. Tonight we are going to consider someone from the Old Testament, Daniel. Daniel is a wonderful example of someone who was sustained and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ready For Anything. Called, Prepared And Sent - Matthew 10.1-23 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 23, 2025
     | 502 views

    JESUS Calls and Empowers HIS disciples and sends them out as HIS Apostles with HIS Power and Authority. Called, Chosen, Commissioned and Preparation for Rejection, Opposition and Persecution.

    2025.03.30. Sermon Notes. READY FOR ANYTHING. MATTHEW 10.1-23 CALLED, PREPARED and SENT William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: JESUS Calls and Empowers HIS disciples and sends them out as HIS Apostles with HIS Power and Authority. Called, Chosen, Commissioned and Preparation for Rejection, Opposition ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Measure Of Our Fear Of God Series

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Mar 3, 2024
     | 1,930 views

    I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God. One day God will measure whether we fear Him or whether we fear men.

    THE MEASURE OF OUR FEAR OF GOD This morning, we continue our sermon series with today’s message, ‘Measuring Our Fear of God.’ In this series, we have seen that in measuring our lives for eternity, God will measure things like our obedience, and love for Him. But one of the most pivotal points of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Crashes Through Barriers

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 13, 2023
     | 3,446 views

    Jesus once again breaks social barriers of sexism and racism

    John 4:5-42 Today, many states have “Good Samaritan” laws that make it easier for citizens to help others without incurring unnecessary liability. The words “Good” and “Samaritan” are tied together for most of us. Anybody who goes out of their way to help another person is often called a “Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Clean Abundant Living... Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 9, 2015
     | 5,481 views

    A short sermon addressing Jesus being 'The Living Water'.

    This sermon starts with an excerpt from a World Vision devotional of Lenten reflections from 'Living Water' reflections for lent; I’d encourage you to have a look at the online site. http://www.worldvision.org/news-stories-videos/lent-devotional-living-water “JESUS TURNS WATER INTO ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Advent Angels (Advent 4 Sermon After Christmas Cantata)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 14, 2022
     | 1,407 views

    The Bible tells us a lot about what the angels do, but not much about what they look like. Let’s imagine their appearance and explore their performance.

    ADVENT ANGELS Text: Matthew 2:13-15 Matthew 2:13-15  Now after they had left, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, "Get up, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there until I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Blind Man Sees!

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,566 views

    Jesus has the power to open the eyes of the blinded if they will but recognize their blindness and ask.

    March 12, 2000 John 9 ¡§Blind man sees!¡¨ INTRODUCTION I want you to do something for me. I want you to close your eyes. Now, imagine yourself going about your daily activities this way. The alarm goes off tomorrow morning, but your sudden blindness does not prevent you from being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dunn avatar

    Presence Over Praise

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025
     | 125 views

    When we choose God’s presence over applause, faithful service over spotlight, and trust in waiting over instant recognition, our hearts are shaped for His glory

    There is something sacred in the ordinary. A simple door. A gate. A threshold. A doorkeeper. The one who watches, opens, welcomes, guards. In the temple system of old, the doorkeeper had no glamorous role. Few songs were written about him. He rarely stood in the spotlight. But without him, people ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist