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  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    Jesus Is Enough Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 9, 2025
     | 462 views

    Christ is fully sufficient for our every need, empowering us to serve others and meet challenges by entrusting Him with our limitations and needs.

    Faith evangelism training a few days Learning an evangelism method Then sent in teams of three to specific doors My turn came to share the gospel - I was scared. I shouldn’t have been, but I was. I knocked on the door, introduced myself and the team, and then began by asking the question, “In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Look At Your Feet

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 28, 2022
     | 2,207 views

    Based on Romans 10:13-17 - Challenges hearers to consider the lostness of the world & the call of God to go to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

    “LOOK AT YOUR FEET” Romans 10:13-17 FBCF – 11/27/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – J & P video I’ve spent a fair amount of time w/ these 2 people. They’ve spoken in churches where I’ve served as Pastor. I’ve eaten meals w/ them, once in Moscow. I’ve spoken to him on the phone several times, texted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Much Of Jesus!

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 26, 2021
     | 1,836 views

    Based on Matt. 28:16-20 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider what it takes to make much of Jesus based on the Great Commission.

    “MAKING MUCH OF JESUS!” Matt. 28:16-20 INTRO – Centralia underground mine fire – Coal seam fire – when a layer of coal in the earth’s crust is ignited. The coal seam fire in Centralia, PA, has been burning since the early 1960’s & many think it could continue burning into the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Up The Mantle

    Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Dec 4, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,935 views

    Advent 2, 2020 We are challenged by Mark's gospel to take up the mantle of Isaiah - just like John the Baptist

    Taking up the Mantle Mark 1:1-8 Matthew has a Christmas story in which Joseph is prominent. Luke has a Christmas story. Even John has a Christmas story from a cosmic perspective where the Word became flesh. But is there a Christmas story in Mark? Let us see. From first appearances, it kinda ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Prevaing In The Place Of Prayer

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 5, 2022
     | 2,141 views

    Prayer is work. Life is a battle. To overcome problems and challenges in our life's journey, we need to fight on our knees.

    TEXT: Exodus 17:10-13 "So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Who Was John The Baptist? (Luke, Part 2) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 3, 2022
     | 1,465 views

    The calling of John the Baptist is direct: Repent (turn) and receive. This appears to be tough challenge today … but it’s no different than it was in AD 29!!!

    Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- EX: Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Choosing The Way Of Christ Over Worldly Goods.

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 24, 2022
     | 1,190 views

    The challenge of our Christian calling is to recognize the goodness of creation without building wealth, power and honor into a false god that lures us into worship.

    Twenty-sixth Sunday in Course 2022 It’s difficult for most folks in North America, especially those who aren’t fluent in several languages, to understand the full intent of the first word of our first reading today. The English has “Woe to those who are at ease in Zion, and to those who feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    O Clap Your Hands, All Peoples - Psalm 47 - Message On The Psalms Of Korah Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 30, 2022
     | 2,092 views

    This is a real Psalm of praise and worship but that does not come from contaminated vessels. It is a Psalm to the King of the earth. It is a delightful Psalm but it challenges our lives.

    O CLAP YOUR HANDS, ALL PEOPLES - PSALM 47 MESSAGE ON THE PSALMS OF KORAH Psalm 47 For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. Psa. 47 v 1 O Clap your hands, all peoples. Shout to God with the voice of joy, You can’t clap your hands before God or shout to God with a joyful voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Foolishness Of The Cross - Holy Tuesday

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Mar 29, 2021
     | 3,243 views

    A look at 1 Corinthians 1.18-31 from the lectionary for Holy Tuesday worship, and the challenge of being a 'fool' for Christ

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen, In the letters that Paul wrote to the Church in Corinth, he always found a way to challenge them, to make them think about their faith and how they walked the path being set out before them. Through the scripture that we have just listened to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Whom Shall I Send? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 1, 2024
     | 1,431 views

    Based on Isaiah 6:8 - Challenges hearers to respond to God's call to go share the Gospel w/ a lost world.

    “WHOM SHALL I SEND?” Isaiah 6:8 FBCF – 12/1/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – We begin LMCO Week of Prayer today. Here’s one real-life reason we receive this offering every year. - Missionary video Here’s another reason: - Michaela – young lady studying to be a missionary w/ IMB. Met her last week in NOBTS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of The Lord As Your Strength Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
     | 1,084 views

    The joy of the Lord is not just a fleeting emotion, but a deep, abiding strength that empowers believers to endure hardship, remain steadfast in faith, and overcome challenges.

    Title: THE JOY OF THE LORD AS YOUR STRENGTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 "Then he said to them, 'Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Pursue What Matters! Proverbs 21:21 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 660 views

    This sermon challenges us to shift our pursuits from temporary desires to eternal treasures. Will you go and pursue what truly matters?

    Go! And Pursue What Matters! Proverbs 21:21 Introduction: The Pursuit of What Truly Matters Life is filled with pursuits. People chase after wealth, success, recognition, and comfort. But in the grand scheme of eternity, what truly matters? Proverbs 21:21 gives us divine wisdom about the right ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mary Of Nazareth And Her Prophetic Journey With Jesus - Part 2 - The Dark Night Of The Soul - The Work Of The Cross In Your Life - Resurrection - The Day Of Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,440 views

    Our daily walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, and spiritual warfare.

    "While he was still speaking to the people, behold, his mother and his brothers stood outside, asking to speak to him. But he replied to the man who told him, "Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?" And stretching out his hand toward his disciples, he said, "Here are my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time- How To Walk On Water.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 5, 2023
     | 1,617 views

    To walk on water means to perform a task where the challenge greatly exceeds one’s level of skills without becoming anxious and stressed.

    How to walk on water. I saw a cartoon that showed a lady walking on some cases of bottled water and the caption read, “Walking on water”! Another person said, “I walk on water every time it rains. Thin water, but water just the same. [And] just so you know, I drive on water too.” To walk on ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Frogs Or Lizards?

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 24, 2023
     | 1,468 views

    Based on Matthew 28:16-20 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of a "whatever it takes" attitude to reach people for Christ.

    “FROGS OR LIZARDS” Matthew 18:16-20 FBCF – 7/23/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – My wife hates frogs & lizards. That’s not a good thing for 2 mischievous 3 yr-old grandsons to know! Question: Are we a “frog” church or a “lizard” church? FBC, B’haven literally was a lizard church! When I was Youth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist