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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Funeral Tracy Stover

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 20, 2021
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    sermon for a veteran who served 20 years and retired working on railroad. He was a Sunday School teacher 25 years .

    Funeral Tracy Stover Wallace and Wallace Rainelle 2 Timothy 2:4:6-8, 1. Many of us wake up and as a result of stuff today , I need a break, this week has drove me crazy, • I cant do this no more. This is a day that is hard to live with Christian attributes. • These things ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Hardest Word Series

    Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 25, 2021
     | 2,475 views

    Like Elton John sang, “sorry” seems to be the hardest word. But it can bring so much healing, peace, and restoration. [Watch video: https://youtu.be/Wv24QxchW74]

    Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:20-26 For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven. “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    The Burden Of The Cross

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 27, 2021
     | 3,191 views

    The cross of Christ is hard and difficult, but Jesus asks us to deny yourself, lose yourself, and take up our cross.

    Mark 8:31-38 The Burden of the Cross • It used to be that we could carry our own suitcase and sometimes they were heavy • . Now, we have wheels on the suit cases even back packs have wheels to make it easier. • When I was at my last appointment we did a Cross walk from Gazebo to The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jesus And Our Resurrection! Series

    Contributed by Larry Vollink on Mar 2, 2021
     | 2,181 views

    What's the greatest event of all-time? The Resurrection of Jesus Christ! Listen why!

    Have you ever been to an Easter Pageant? In the past, SouthEast Christian Church has attracted crowds of 80,000. I remember a small community of churches came together to put on a local Easter Pageant. The director searched hard to find the right persons and had auditions to be the best. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dealing With Imposters Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 4, 2020
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     | 3,042 views

    This is the 5th sermon in the "When Does It End?" Series. This series is from Jesus' Olivet Discourse.

    Series: When Does It End? [#5] DEALING WITH IMPOSTERS Matthew 24:23-28 Introduction: As we have been studying the Olivet Discourse, we have been warned about False Teachers, False Prophets, False Messiahs, etc… This is happening right now; and it will continue to happen until the end. In our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Guarantee Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 4, 2020
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     | 3,133 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the "When Does It End?" Series. This series is from Jesus' Olivet Discourse.

    Series: When Does It End? [#7] JESUS’ GUARANTEE Matthew 24:32-35 Introduction: How can we be sure all this will happen? I am sure that many have asked this question. If you have, you are not the 1st person to do so. Even Jesus anticipated some honest doubt; because at this point, He begins to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew 13:1-17 - Maybe If I Actually Listened For A Change! - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 4, 2011
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,046 views

    In the middle of an argument, my Mum would say something like this - "Maybe if you LISTENED for a change, you would understand what I am trying to tell you!" So often I am not so much listening but simply waiting for the other person to finish so that I c

    MAYBE IF I ACTUALLY LISTENED FOR A CHANGE! - Matthew 13:1-17 - Part 1 In the middle of an argument, my Mum would say something like this - "Maybe if you LISTENED for a change, you would understand what I am trying to tell you!" So often I am not so much listening but simply waiting for the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Path

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Nov 30, 2009
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     | 6,203 views

    Following the right path requires that we have the right guide.

    December 2009 Prior to Service: • Make “stepping stones” from sheets of paper or newsprint or any material that is handy • Form maze of your own design. The more complicated the design the more “stepping stones” that will be required. • Make various “stepping stones” with X marked on face of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Healing More Than The Withered Hand"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 31, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,076 views

    This is a message on the Lordship of Christ. Three point outline. Jesus is Lord of the Synagogue. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath. And Jesus is Lord of his Sheep.

    Introduction: This miracle highlights the “Lordship” of Jesus Christ. 1. Jesus is Lord of the Synagogue. (Mat 12:9 KJV) And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue: Did you notice the phrasing of the statement, “He went into their synagogue?” When did the synagogue no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Devastation Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,354 views

    Following Jesus in His last days on earth.

    The Devastation Of The Cross Matthew 27:26-44 I. The Cruelty (27:26-31) Illegal by the Roman soldiers A. They Set Barabbas free (27:26a) murderer, insurrectionist B. They Scourged Jesus (27:26b) innocent man; Isaiah 53:4-5 C. The Soldiers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wedding Homily (Standard)

    Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Jun 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,649 views

    The wedding homily i generally use.

    We are all here to witness and to celebrate a marriage. A marriage is indeed taking place this day; yet, it is not mere a marriage of two people, but of two peoples–two families, two sets of friends, being united together through love, into one family, one group of friends, one people. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Deliverance Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jun 24, 2011
     | 4,623 views

    Following Jesus in His last days on earth.

    The Deliverance Of Christ Matthew 28:1-8 Introduction: Great event; 1 Corinthians 15:13-14, 17 A. Peter’s Preaching - Acts 2:23-24; 4:10; 1 Peter 1:3-4 B. Paul’s Preaching - Acts 13:30, 37; 23:6; 26:8 . 1 Corinthians 15:4; 2 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    James- Son Of Thunder Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,921 views

    This is the 2nd sermon in the "Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles" series.

    Series: Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles [#2] JAMES- SON OF THUNDER Mark 3:17 Introduction: James and John were called the “Sons of Thunder.” James usually is mentioned before John as though he were the leader of the 2. However, it was probably due to that fact that he was the older ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    7 Signs Of Jesus Coming

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 16, 2019
     | 4,650 views

    What people can expect to see taking place.

    12 Signs of Jesus coming 1. Deceptions Matthew 24: 4 And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. 5 For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. 2. False Christ. Matthew 24: 24 For there shall arise false Christs, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "guess What Day It Is?"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 15, 2019
     | 2,128 views

    The message helps us to grasp the idea that this is the day the Lord has needs he needs Availability, Supporters, and the People Need deliverance.

    Guess what day it is? Luke 19:28-40 The Geico Commercial Camel coming in office saying, "Guess what day it is?" is viewed on monitors. Guess what day it was that Jesus rode into Jerusalem? 1. Many scholars agree that the triumph entry to Jerusalem was Sunday • Monday Jesus overturns ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist