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  • Ray Scott avatar

    "Keeping America Great"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 307 ratings
     | 62,096 views

    A Fourth of July Message. Our forefathers claimed this nation for God. We need to re-claim it! Paul tells us how in 1 Timothy 2:1-4.

    “Keeping America Great” 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (NOTE: Several sermons on SermonCentral were helpful in the writing of this message. Thanks!) INTRODUCTION: Today is the 4th of July … Independence Day! Isn’t America a great place to live … AMEN? While it’s not a perfect place (like Heaven will be!), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am Coming Quickly Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 31, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,843 views

    Claiming Jesus' return is imminent is not the say as claiming His return is "soon". A preterist look at His prophetic "I am" declaration (which was given the last Sunday of the year, 2012)

    Well (no surprise), the Mayan apocalypse didn’t happen, but let’s talk about the real one. I heard a prominent minister say with great conviction--that with all the wickedness in the world, the breakdown of society, natural disasters, and the turmoil in the Middle East--Jesus is ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    John Series 26 The Astounding Authority: Equality With God, John 5:17–30 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 29, 2022
     | 2,017 views

    All men have to face this earth-shaking, shattering claim of Christ. He made the astounding claim that all authority belonged to Him. How could He make such an astounding claim? Because He proclaimed that He possessed equality with God and then He proceeded to give proof after proof

    Sermon 26 JOHN SERIES Astounding Authority Equality with God John 5:17–30 The Astounding Authority: Equality with God, 5:17–30 (5:17–30) Jesus Christ, Claims—Deity: all men have to face this earth-shaking, shattering claim of Christ. He made the astounding claim that all authority belonged to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Healing Series

    Contributed by John Stackhouse on Aug 22, 2016
     | 11,008 views

    Describes the Nazarene stance on Healing and confronts the difference between Divine Healing and the spiritual Gift of Healing.

    A woman went to her doctor’s office. She was seen by one of the new doctors, but after about 4 minutes in the examination room, she burst out screaming and ran down the hall. An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was, and she explained. He had her sit down and relax in ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Thomas Cash avatar

    The Bottom-Line: Love Him With All Your Mind Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Mar 9, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,483 views

    We live in an over-stimulated society. Too many things compete for our allegiance. For God’s sake and yours, make a decision: choose to love Him!

    Sermon Notes The Bottom-Line: Love Him with All your Mind Matthew 22:37; Joshua 24 (Third in the series The Greatest Commandment) Introduction: We live in an over-stimulated society. Too many things compete for our allegiance. Value systems have shifted; old answers are not easily accepted. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Why Does The Bible Make Unbelievers Uncomfortable? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 869 views

    "Why does the Bible make unbelievers uncomfortable?" This discomfort isn't a new phenomenon. Throughout history, the message of the Bible has often been met with resistance and unease.

    Why Does the Bible Make Unbelievers Uncomfortable? I once read about a man who was vehemently opposed to Christianity. After years of resistance, a simple, loving conversation with a believer opened his heart to the gospel. Today, he is a passionate follower of Christ, using his testimony to reach ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trusting God In The Midst Of Trouble

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 10, 2026
     | 412 views

    This sermon teaches believers how to maintain unwavering faith and confidence in God even when confronted with trials, pressures, and uncertainties.

    TRUSTING GOD IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 46:1 Key Verse: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 43:2; 2 Corinthians 4:8-9; John 16:33; Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: Trouble is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Understand The Journey? Give Me My Mountain!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 17, 2025
     | 475 views

    If we listen to the negative crowd they will deter us from our goal. Caleb outlived the negative crowd and claimed his mountain. Quit crying and claim what God has promised..

    UNDERSTAND THE JOURNEY: LORD, GIVE ME MY MOUNTAIN! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) WE HAVE MANY OPTIONS AND OPINIONS AROUND US. WHOSE REPORT ARE WE GOING TO ACCEPT? Isaiah 53:1 Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The First Christmas Rush

    Contributed by Anthony Bradseth on Jan 5, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 5,746 views

    The shepherds were confronted with good news, what do you do with it?

    “The First Christmas Rush” Luke 2:8-20 Introduction Several weeks ago as the family and I were putting up the Christmas tree, I began wondering where did this all comes from? Why do we do all these things to celebrate the birth of Christ? There are so many things that we need to do to prepare ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lynn Malone avatar

    When Bad Is Good Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,182 views

    The story of the Good Samaritan confronts us with several implications for living a life of faith.

    Stories Jesus Told: When Good is Bad—The Story of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Jesus was such a captive communicator because he told stories, and people then, just like us now, loved stories. Jesus told stories to make a point in a more compelling way than simply stating the point. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    The Problem With Playing House

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 21, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,071 views

    This is a sermon that confronts the increasingly difficult moral problem of cohabitating heterosexual adults in America.

    “The Problem with Playing House” Provers 16:25 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2005) Introduction: This past Monday I was confronted by a full page of articles from USA Today which the Lord used to prompt my spirit and address a growing problem we are facing in America. The title of the articles: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Drifting From The Love Of God

    Contributed by James May on Aug 2, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,615 views

    What will we answer when we are confronted with confessing our belief in Christ?

    Drifting from the Love of God Youth Service The film that you will see will last only about 6 minutes but it will make you think. To set the scene let me tell you about it before we start. The man and woman in van are a Pastor and his wife who are on vacation. He has preached about Jesus all ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Elijah's Mountain Top Experience Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,624 views

    Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal to show that Only Yahweh is the true and living God.

    By Rev Bill Stewart As we have just heard, in today’s Scripture reading the prophet Elijah was called by God to go to Mount Carmel which is situated in the North of Israel. It is not an especially high mountain but it does have a great view. In fact, it’s a bit like the lookout on Mount ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Power Over Death Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,829 views

    In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, Jesus demonstrated that the believer’s hope is not in vain.

    Jesus gave us hope when He conquered death. In confronting and conquering the tomb of Lazarus, He demonstrated that the believer’s hope is not in vain. The believer will be raised from the dead, resurrected by the great shout of the Lord’s power. Tonight we are going to see Jesus confront death ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Rich Christians In A Guilded Age Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,784 views

    James confronts those who pursue wealth to assess the cost to their spiritual health.

    JAMES 5:1-6 RICH CHRISTIANS IN A GILDED AGE “Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you. Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist