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  • Dwight L. Moody avatar

    Where Art Thou?

    Contributed by Dwight L. Moody on Jun 12, 2009
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    A classic sermon by D. L. Moody on the importance of developing and maintaining constant communion with God.

    THE very first thing that happened after the news reached heaven of the fall of man, was that God came straight down to seek out the lost one. As He walks through the garden in the cool of the day, you can hear Him calling "Adam! Adam! Where art thou?" It was the voice of grace, of mercy, and of ...read more

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    The Power Of His Blood

    Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Oct 10, 2014
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    A sermon for a "Patriot Sunday" together with a "Communion Sunday". Without the courage to sacrifice, there can be no life.

    Last Monday was a day of remembering. The only problem is that too many people have forgotten. Amid the tweets & twitters, the video games, and shopping for school, too many Americans forget that, without the sacrifices of our military, we might not even have a school or church to go to. So, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Rejoice! (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019
     | 4,776 views

    In Philippians 4, Paul encourages beleivers to expereince true joy in communion, concentration, and Christ.

    Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/25/2015 I came across a Peanuts cartoon this week. Charlie Brown and his friend Linus are gazing off into the distance overlooking a short brick wall, when Charlie asks, “Do you ever think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jesus Is The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Jul 21, 2012
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    According to Calvin the Lord's Supper is a mere Memorial Meal and Jesus cannot come to us because He is in heaven at the right side of the Father, but John 6 and the words spoken at the Last Supper and Paul in 1st Corinthians 11 point that it is more than

    John 6:35-6:51 Jesus is the Bread of Life Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to the proclamation of your Word, that we might be fed and nourished in faith. Help us to appreciate the importance of Jesus your Son, being the bread ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mike Parry avatar

    The Dawn Treader: The Voyage Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Dec 11, 2010
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     | 5,834 views

    The Voyage is a metaphor for the Christian life...using C. S. Lewis classic "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" we discover that the Christian life leads to adventure, transformation, and rescue.

    “The Voyage” Narnia: Lessons from the Dawn Treader FCC – November 28, 2010 Introduction: C. S. Lewis’ masterpiece, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader comes to the big screen the weekend of December 10. C. S. Lewis is considered one of the greatest Christian thinkers of our century and wrote the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Sparks avatar

    Victory In Service: A Veterans Day Sermon

    Contributed by Mark Sparks on Nov 10, 2023
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    Greetings and acknowledgment of Veterans Day. Brief overview of the David and Goliath story as a metaphor for overcoming challenges. Emphasis on the parallels between the courage of veterans and David's bravery.

    Talking Points: 1. The Giants We Face: - Acknowledge the challenges veterans often encounter, both on and off the battlefield. - Connect the metaphorical "Goliaths" in our lives to struggles with PTSD, physical injuries, and societal reintegration. 2. The Armor of God: - ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Spiritual Healing – Preparing Oneself For Heaven

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 13, 2021
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    Spiritual Healing is the preparation of one's soul to enter the gates of Heaven. Are you ready? The healing stories in Mark's Gospel are metaphors for our preparation.

    Spiritual Healing – Preparing oneself for Heaven Mark 5:21-43 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz [Healing Story #1] 21 When Jesus had crossed over again in the boat to the other side, a large crowd gathered around Him; and so He stayed by the seashore. 22 One of the synagogue officials named Jairus ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    I Am The Bread Of Life! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,333 views

    Jesus said in the Gospel of John: “I am the bread of life!” and it was a sudden impact moment between men and God. Jesus let the then world know that He was “God in the flesh.” He was the same God “I am” that meet with Moses in the burning bush, it caused

    “I am the bread of life!” Series: “I am” Thesis: Jesus said in the Gospel of John: “I am the bread of life!” and it was a sudden impact moment between men and God. Jesus let the then world know that He was “God in the flesh.” He was the same God “I am” that meet with Moses in the burning bush, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Come And Go!

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 6, 2003
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     | 7,723 views

    This is a message on bringing all your hurt and pain to Jesus; it was originally preached in preparation for Holy Communion.

    COME AND GO!--MARK 7:24-30 --by R. David Reynolds I do not know for certain who this Syrophoenician woman was, but somehow I picture her as a single parent with a real problem. Her encounter with Jesus is told here by Mark and by Matthew in Chapter fifteen of his Gospel. The fact that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mike Hullah avatar

    The Importance Of The Place Within A Place Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,739 views

    This sermon looks at the importance of not only being established in a local church but of spending time in communion with God.

    THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PLACE WITHIN A PLACE 2 Samuel 3:1-2Now there was a long war between the house of Saul and the house of David. But David grew stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.2 Sons were born to David in Hebron: God made places before He made People. (See ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Confessing Our Sins Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 31, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,413 views

    Before approaching communion, we are admonished to be in right relation with God and the Church; this is accomplished through Reconciliation.

    Feast of the Purification/Presentation February 2, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis St. Luke must have had a terrific sense of humor, history and irony. He also knew his Bible–especially the prophets like Malachi. The picture here in Malachi is apocalyptic. The Lord visits His temple and purifies the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    When We Get There

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,319 views

    An All Saints/Souls Communion sermon that encourages living in anticipation of getting to our eternal destination.

    When We Get There Matthew 5:1-12 & Revelation 7:9-17 There are times when I look back at my childhood and think, My parents must have been crazy! It was nothing for us to be enjoying a quiet Saturday morning and mom and dad would decide we needed to go do something. So, we’d pack a picnic ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Five Heart Experiences In Luke 24

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,128 views

    Communion Meditation - Different Hearts found in Lk. 24 - Sad, Slow, Burning, Open, & Glad

    - World Heart Day celebrated on Sunday September 30, 2007 in over 100 countries all around the world. - Heart disease and stroke is the world’s largest killer, claiming 17.5 million lives each year It is also a major cause of disability. - An estimated 71 million Americans suffer from heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Green avatar

    Extreme Makeover-Contentment

    Contributed by Mark Green on Jan 5, 2006
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     | 3,731 views

    Contentment is an expression of communion with Christ and a reliance on His power and provision to prevail in all life situations.

    Let’s begin this morning with a quick question. Raise your hand if you have had coffee from Starbuck’s in the past 2 weeks. Me too. Well I want to tell you that I am mad at Starbuck’s. I have drank coffee for years and been content with Maxwell House or Folgers. I was content to brew a cup coffee ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jim Kane avatar

    A "Sticky" God

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 7, 2010
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     | 4,051 views

    Description – The third message in the 2010 Lenten series and communion meditation for March 7, 2010

    Today I begin with a confession. (Sorry, nothing juicy.) Last week I gave you this set of questions to prepare for today’s sermon. (Slide 1) 1. How do times of distress affect my prayer life? 2. How fervent am I in prayer when life is going well? 3. How does distress re-orient my ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God