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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    God's Gifts To The Church Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 25, 2022
     | 3,785 views

    Paul corrects the Corinthians' preoccupation with the gifts and draws them back to God's intent, highlighting the nature, the Giver, the purpose and the diversity of the gifts.

    1 Cor 12:1-11 God’s Gifts to the Church When the church comes together, God blesses us with gifts to serve Him. • It is however very easy for us to end up boasting about them as if they are our achievements. • On the flip side, some think that they do not have any gifts and so they sit on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Our Oneness In The Diversity Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 3, 2022
     | 3,005 views

    We are designed to be different, to be interdependent, and to be one in Christ.

    1 Cor 12:12-31 - Our Oneness in the Diversity Paul explained in the previous section that God has given the Body of Christ the various gifts necessary for the growth of His church. • The spiritual gifts come from a common source (the Holy Spirit) and for a common purpose – the building up of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living Victoriously

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 9, 2022
     | 2,548 views

    How do we know what suffering is coming our way? We don't. But as we will see in John's writing and in Jesus's words, Jesus has already secured victory for us, no matter what we face. How privileged we are to have a Savior who has won the war for us.

    2 weeks ago as I sat in the office of my lawyer, he showed me a photocopy of a handwritten letter from Abraham Lincoln that was written to my lawyer’s great-great uncle. The uncle happened to be the president of the University of Pennsylvania at that time. He was involved in writing a pamphlet on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Have A Cut Man! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021
     | 4,030 views

    The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

    Slugfest Pt. 3 - You Have a Cut Man! I. Introduction Ali, Tyson, Lennox, Mayweather, Gracie, Liddell and Silva. You don't even have to be a boxing or mix martial arts fan to know the names. These are fighters who have left a mark on their sport. But what if I said the names Chuck Bodak, Al ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Worship Of The Wise Men Series

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 9, 2023
     | 2,211 views

    I realize that we are already past the Christmas season, but the action of the wise men and their desire to worship our Lord Jesus should be an example to us as we begin this new year.

    Alba 1-8-2023 THE WORSHIP OF THE WISEMEN Matthew 2:1-12 Three small boys were in a Christmas play. They were the three wise men, and they had to give their gifts to Jesus. The first boy stepped forward, held out the gift in his hands and said, “Gold.” The second boy stepped forward, held out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Upward, Inward, & Outward Vision

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 4, 2023
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     | 5,131 views

    Isaiah saw three visions: an upward one, of God; an inward one, of himself; and an outward vision, of the needs of the lost people around him. If we hope to change the world then we need the same three visions.

    UPWARD, INWARD, & OUTWARD VISION Isa. 6:1-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In one of Charles Shultz’s famous “Peanuts” cartoons, Lucy is philosophizing and Charlie is listening. “Charlie Brown,” she begins, “life is a lot like a deck chair on a cruise ship. Some place it to see where they’ve been, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Creation Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 5, 2024
     | 2,202 views

    Genesis 1:1 is simple, short, yet profound. (I will lean on Core 52 resources during this series; I also want to thank Dan Raymond, who is a friend of mine, for some of his resource help. James E Smith's book on the Pentateuch was helpful in this message)

    INTRODUCTION • Today, we begin our Core 52 journey together. • Before we dove in, here are some housekeeping items to cover. • Each Sunday (except on Faith Promise and for a couple of weeks in December), Jerry or I will cover a chapter in the Core 52 book. • We will follow the sequence in the book: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lord Of The Flies Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025
     | 70 views

    When the world swarms with corruption, God draws a line of beauty and covering—turning our chaos into peace through His power.

    There are moments when life hums instead of shouts. You can’t see the problem, but you can feel it—the buzz in your ear, the sting on your skin, the constant irritation that keeps you awake at night. That’s what chaos sounds like when it’s close. It doesn’t roar like a lion; it drones like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Does Your Faith Show In Your Priorities?

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 30, 2024
     | 1,178 views

    Let's talk about our faith and the part it plays as we make plans, set our goals, and prioritize things in our life.

    Today let's talk about our faith and the part it plays as we make plans, set our goals, and prioritize things in our life. We all make plans and there's nothing wrong with planning. In fact, the Bible has several proverbs that encourage us to make plans. But does your faith have a part in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Home Team

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 170 views

    There are many people on a team.

    Making the Home Team “For we are God’s fellow workers. You are God’s field, God’s building.” 1 Corinthians 3:9 NIV Intro: There are many people on a team. I want you to think about the words “we are God’s fellow workers.” Church is not an event you attend. It is a team you belong to. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Dream Team

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
     | 407 views

    Building God's Dream Team: Remember that it’s teamwork that makes the dream work! WHICH PLAN ARE YOU ON? WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?

    Opening illustration: Do you read other people’s letters? Most of the Bible are letters written to people, nations or a community. None of the letters are written directly to us, and we are just reading other people’s letters and applying that to our lives. Introduction: I pause to ask a question. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Building God's Dream Team

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024
     | 729 views

    Remember that it’s teamwork that makes the dream work! WHICH PLAN ARE YOU ON? WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?

    Opening illustration: Do you read other people’s letters? Most of the Bible are letters written to people, nations or a community. None of the letters are written directly to us, and we are just reading other people’s letters and applying that to our lives. Introduction: I pause to ask a question. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Spirit Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 932 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SPIRIT OF HUMILITY A. Ecclesiastes 2:1 (READ). (Good News Translation: “I decided to enjoy myself and find out what HAPPINESS is…”) 1. What will it take to make you happy? a. That’s the question Psychology Today asked 52,000 Americans. COMMENT: And ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus The Bridegroom

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 9, 2024
     | 786 views

    We don't talk enough about Jesus the bridegroom. It's one of Jesus' most wonderful titles. It helps us to understand who he is, the kind of relationship he wants with us, and who we are.

    Some of us have been Christians for a long time and we’ve heard that Jesus is sometimes called the bridegroom. But perhaps some of us have never heard this title of Jesus. I don’t think churches talk about it often enough. It’s one of the most important and wonderful titles of Jesus. When we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trusting God For 2025

    Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,294 views

    Encouragement from the bible on how to survive and thrive in the new year

    "Trusting God for 2025" CCCAG 12-29-24 Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction- The last Sunday of 2024! A lot of changes this year Our church family saw a few changes- • Keith and Marvin have gone onto their eternal reward. • Roberta, Matthew, and Doris moved out of the area. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God