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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Our Heavenly Father (Father's Day Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 12, 2024
     | 2,667 views

    Today we are celebrating Father’s Day. So, I am going to be addressing all the Fathers and grandfathers in this congregation. Also, I will be addressing everyone in this congregation today as well.

    On this Father’s day in this sermon I want to do something different. I will be preaching on THE FATHER OF ALL FATHERS…WHICH IS GOD THE FATHER. I will be preaching from Jeremiah 33-3 as my text verse. Look at Jeremiah 33:3 Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Message

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 12, 2024
     | 1,076 views

    This is a Father’s Day message aimed at men encouraging them to be virtuous men by looking at others as God sees them, especially women. Boaz is the example being used in terms of his relationship toward Ruth and his workers.

    A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Father’s Day Ruth 2:1-10 1 John 4:19-20 Today we celebrate Father’s day. I got a text from my daughter, Judge Samantha, four days before Father’s Day inquiring about a possible Father’s Day gift for me: Good morning dad, what size shirt do you wear? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Becoming A Worthy Man

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 17, 2024
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     | 2,060 views

    A worthy man is a worshipper who acts worthily.

    Becoming a Worthy Man Ruth 2:1 Rev. Brian Bill June 15-16, 2024 I came across a quote by G. Michael Hopf which I can’t get out of my mind: “Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak men create hard times.” It certainly seems like we’re living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eulogy For Sharon Davison

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 26, 2024
     | 2,323 views

    This is a eulogy for my foster daughter who died suddenly of a heart attack. She knew and loved the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Sharon Davison Eulogy June 25th 2024 Sharon Patrice-Nicole Davison. What an incredible young Black Woman, who not only knew God, but was an incredible gift from God. There was an abundance of love that flowed out of her/ that touched the lives of many. Here lies the body of a woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Kingdom Of God "Kingdom Riches”

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 16, 2024
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     | 1,556 views

    In our message we’ll be looking at what it takes to get into the Kingdom of God. And in our study we’ll see something unimaginable that even stumped the disciples. Join us in this remarkable study.

    Pre-Service Message: Come Breath of Life Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-tD-Mct5n8  Can these dry bones live? This was the question presented to the prophet Ezekiel when the Lord took him to the Valley of Dry Bones. The Lord told Ezekiel to say to these dry ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    M16: Deny Self Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 17, 2024
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     | 2,395 views

    Jesus explains more fully about submitting to Him and we are challenged to “deny [ourselves] and take up [our] cross and follow [Him].” This is not easy, but does speak to our soul and the judgment to come.

    M16: DENY SELF MATTHEW 16:24-28 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION For the past few weeks, we have been digging into Matthew 16: In 16:1-4, we saw that the proof of Who Jesus is comes by His death, burial, and resurrection. In 16:5-12, Jesus taught us to check our heart to make sure we don’t have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We Are Wonderfully Made Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 24, 2024
     | 1,814 views

    We are wonderfully and uniquely made by God. Each of us has unique gifts and a divine purpose, reflecting the marvel of God's craftsmanship. Our worth is found in God's design and His plans for us. We are reminded that we are God's masterpiece, created with intention and love.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Imperfections by Matthew West In our world today, our identities are in crisis. Everyone around us tries to tell us who we are, what we should do, and who we should be.   What do we believe? Who do we support? Are we Republican or Democrat? Male or female? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do You Know The God Of The Bible? (Omnipotence)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,296 views

    We have been looking at some of the ATTRIBUTES of the GOD OF THE BIBLE that we love and serve.

    In two previous sermons we have discovered from the scriptures that the GOD OF THE BIBLE IS; 1) Omniscient (He knows ALL things) Psalm 139:1-6 2) Omnipresent (He is everywhere ALL at the same time) Psalm 139:7-18 But today in this sermon we will be dealing with another attribute that the God of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Can’t Get There From Here (Jesus Walks On Water) Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 2, 2024
     | 1,492 views

    Jesus knew about the storm and sent them anyway. “I thought Jesus was supposed to be loving and kind? What kind of God sends people into storms?”

    We continue our series of hearing from our Captain, the Lord Jesus Christ. We continue to study the gospel of John. I invite you to find your Bibles and find John 6 with me. A Young Lady’s Story A young lady from Delaware wrote me her story of faith some years ago. Chole trusted Christ as a young ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Place To Hide From God

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 4, 2024
     | 1,549 views

    This sermon explores the consequences of hidden sins, emphasizing God's all-knowing nature, and encourages confession and seeking forgiveness through understanding Joshua 7:1-26.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you in this sacred space, where the Word of God is our guide and His Spirit our comforter. We are here today, not by accident or happenstance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us, a message that will challenge ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can We Know Why?

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 9, 2024
     | 1,351 views

    Funeral message for a young man who died early in life.

    CAN WE KNOW WHY? On behalf of Marc, Bindu, Alec, and the rest of the family, I would like to thank you for coming today to help remember and celebrate the Life of young Reece Marchand. Before we go any further, let’s pray. - Prayer - Most Sovereign Lord, we know that to You one day is like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Like A Centurion

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 14, 2024
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     | 2,388 views

    This passage shares the account of a soldier; one who had enough faith to take Jesus at His word and receive an answer to His request. The centurion had great love for his servant and great faith that Jesus could heal his servant.

    I want to begin our message this morning with a sermon illustration: “It is said that Napoleon [Bonaparte], while looking at some papers, let slip the bridle of his horse, which reared [back] so that the emperor was in danger. A corporal . . . leaped forward and caught the bridle, bringing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visible Faith

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 19, 2024
     | 1,479 views

    People tend to think about faith as a private matter. James would argue otherwise for a visible faith.

    As we’ve been studying the book of James - we have observed how he calls us to have a “spiritual wholeness” - a faith that runs throughout all that we are. A faith that is revealed in our character, exhibited in conflicts, and heard in our conversations. He calls us to… persevere amidst trials, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    7 Things That Help You Smile

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 3, 2025
     | 260 views

    Today we are going to talk about “7 Things That Help You Smile.”

    7 Things That Help You Smile “Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces are never covered with shame.” Psalms 34:5 Intro: Today we are going to talk about “7 Things That Help You Smile.” The most well rounded people you will ever meet have learned to have happiness, and victory, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Daring To Trust Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 4, 2025
     | 832 views

    TRUST means to Turn everything over to Jesus, Rest in His love, Use your life to serve others, Stand for what is right and Trust what God tells you

    DARING TO TRUST In 1855, an acrobat & tightrope walker named Charles Blondin claimed that he could walk from one side of Niagara Falls to the other on a rope. Some people thought it was impossible. Without a net, the crossing would be treacherous at best. Crowds came and paid to watch him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance