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  • David Dunn avatar

    Sleepless In Susa

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 9, 2025
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    God’s providence never sleeps—He orchestrates the unseen, turns delay into deliverance, and transforms sleepless nights into triumphs of His timing.

    Introduction: When God Works the Night Shift History has turned on sleepless nights. On one sleepless night in Babylon, Daniel prayed and an empire shifted. On one sleepless night in Bethlehem, shepherds watched and angels sang. On one sleepless night in Susa, the king tossed and turned— and God ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    A Day Set Aside

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 2, 2009
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    There is a day that we as Christians use for worship with each other. This day is special and should be kept special.

    A Day Set Aside Griffith Baptist Church – 1/04/09 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 13:15-22 Key verse: Nehemiah 13:17 - Then I contended with the nobles of Judah, and said unto them, What evil thing is this that ye do, and profane the sabbath day? Premise: There is a day that we as Christians use ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enduring Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007
     | 8,680 views

    Jesus tells Peter that the nature of the Church is one that will endure it. No matter the opposition—it will remain.

    THE CHURCH JESUS BUILDS Part 3-Enduring Sunday, March 4, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction Matthew 16:18-19, “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Choice Is Yours Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,220 views

    At the end of the Sermon on the Mount Jesus makes it clear - we all face a choice as to the sorts of people we are going to be. Who are you?

    Message Have you ever been watching a movie or tv show where they are driving in the car. It is amazing how long they can talk for and nobody is looking out the front windscreen. (Have a pretend conversation). Now, if you did that it real life you would be dead wouldn’t you. But the reality is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Friends Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 10, 2024
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    Based on Colossians 4:7-18 - Encourages hearers to be a godly friend & to have godly friends.

    “FRIENDS” Colossians 4:7-18 FBCF – 8/25/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Do you have someone in your life that you can just be real with? Don’t have to pretend like you’re happy when you’re not…in a good mood when you’re not…talk when you don’t want to talk…it’s not awkward to just sit in silence with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Characteristics Of A Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 16, 2022
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    The good shepherd is honest and upright; The good shepherd has an intimate relationship with His sheep; The good shepherd loves, leads, & guides as his sheep follow him. The good shepherd is alert and keeps his sheep alert to dangers all around.

    Sermon: The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd John 10:1-10 ““I tell you the truth, anyone who sneaks over the wall of a sheepfold, rather than going through the gate, must surely be a thief and a robber! 2 But the one who enters through the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Get Out Of Jericho!

    Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2011
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     | 24,879 views

    The Last Trumpet is about the Sound. The Shout is about to break forth! Get ready to go straight up into the city of God for the walls of Jericho; that block our path to victory are coming down forever!

    Get Out of Jericho! Sunday, August 14, 2011 AM By Pastor James May Joshua 6:1 Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in. Joshua 6:2 And the LORD said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Door Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 19, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 18,792 views

    The message preaches that Jesus is a special, saving, secure, and satisfying door.

    “The Door” The I AM Statements of Jesus FCC - August 22, 2007 Text: John 10: 7-10 Introduction: This morning we are continuing a new sermon series, The I AM statements of Jesus from the Gospel of John. Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Working Together In Community Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015
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     | 14,686 views

    No one can do everything but everyone can do something.

    With all the resources available to us, why are people having such a hard time becoming mature disciples of Jesus? I’m convinced another recent survey (2014 Barna survey) provides the answer to that question. When people were asked what, if anything, helps them to grow in their faith, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on May 7, 2006
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     | 3,600 views

    Jesus was not committing the sin of pride when he said "I am."

    Scripture Reading: John 10:1-18 Message: “I AM” Text: Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). Have you ever used the words “I am?” I must admit that I have used those words. I remember a boxer who said, “I am the greatest”. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Everyone Is Going Somewhere!

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Oct 7, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 16,765 views

    Every plane at the airport has a destination. Every car on the road is going somewhere. Someone is going to work. Someone is going on vacation. Someone is going to the mall. Someone is going to school. Some are going home. But…everyone…is going somewhere.

    Everyone Is Going Somewhere According to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association: There are over 87,000 flights that criss cross the U.S. every single day. Worldwide: 8.8 billion air passengers in 2018. June 2019 (XNA) - 91,305 passengers LAX (2018) - 43,999,258 passengers departed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Psalm 23

    Contributed by David Trexler on Apr 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,490 views

    So you what to be a sheep, baa, baa, baa, ba?

    Sermon for John 10:1-10 Fourth Sunday in Easter April 13h 2008 I love being a Lutheran. Martin Luther is one of my heroes. OK, I’ll admit he was a rather strange bird, sort of like most Lutherans I know. But one of the things I admire is his willingness to make a stand. Luther stood up to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Into Oblivion

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2010
     | 2,661 views

    From Nebuchadnezzar's Dream to todays world events

    2 Timothy 3:1KJV This know also, that in the last days perilous (difficult, terrible, dangerous) times shall come. Oblivion – The state of being completely forgotten or unknown – The act or an instance of forgetting; total forgetfulness – Made up of two Latin words ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Than The Cloak Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on May 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,433 views

    Many people settle for the cloak of respectable religion. They claim to believe what everyone else believes – no more and no less. But Jesus came to call us into a growing relationship with him.

    Me (my dilemma or question / Key Question) In a recent NCAA cross-country championship held in Riverside, California, 123 of the 128 runners missed a turn. One competitor, Mike Delcavo, stayed on the 10,000 meter course and began waving for fellow runners to follow him. Delcavo was able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    When Worlds Collide

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,467 views

    This sermon shows that when our world contacts God’s world we are lifted to a higher place by our commitment, and we can find peace.

    When Worlds Collide Gal 2:20, 2 Tim 1:12, Prov 3:5 - 6, Psa 91:4 August 7, 2004 I. I’ve been talking about the fact the Jesus is able deal with the changes that need to be made in our characters and personalities. A. This week we’re going to talk about how He is able to deal with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist