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    Blessedness Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 10, 2024
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    The Beatitudes offer blessings where we would not think to look for them.

    Blessedness Jeffery Anselmi / General Core 52 / Blessed; The Beatitudes / Matthew 5:11–12 The Beatitudes offer blessings where we would not think to look for them. INTRODUCTION - When you think of being blessed, what comes to your mind? - Maybe you got the job you wanted, and rightfully so, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Four Kinds Of People In Church

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 29, 2025
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    In the parable of the four kinds of soil Jesus shows us four kinds of people who are in church and why they reject the gospel..

    Book: Sermons from the Four Gospels FOUR KINDS OF PEOPLE IN CHURCH Matt. 13:3-9; 18-23 For free catalog of all sermons see bmarcaurelle@charter.net God knows the way to a person’s heart is through his mind. There is incredible power in words. Hitler launched Germany into a program of world ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Kinds Of People We Preach To Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 8, 2025
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    Jesus gave the parable of the four soils to encourage his disciples to keep on preaching even though people reject the message.

    Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net FOUR KINDS OF PEOPLE IN CHURCH Matt. 13:3-9; 18-23 God knows the way to a person’s heart is through his mind. There is incredible power in words. Hitler launched Germany into a program of world conquest with words. Karl Marx put words on paper and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 15, 2024
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    We are saved by grace! What does that mean?

    INTRODUCTION - Today, we begin a mini-series entitled One Thing within our Core 52 series. - Paul was a world traveler and premier teacher, yet he had a remarkable ability to simplify the most complicated ideas into a singular truth that one could carry with them. - In this series, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon: When Life Seems Unfair

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 29, 2025
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    Christian may find themselves battling with feelings of bitterness, resentment, or anger towards what God has chosen to allow, and how unfair it feels, I encourage you to lift your eyes to our loving Savior who knows your pain, struggles, and heartache.

    Sermon: When Life Seems Unfair Scripture Lesson: Jeremiah 12:1-17, “Lord, you always give me justice when I bring a case before you. So let me bring you this complaint: Why are the wicked so prosperous? Why are evil people so happy? You have planted them, and they have taken root and prospered. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Warning Signs Of Drifting Away

    Contributed by Pepe Gonzales on Jan 28, 2025
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    Hebrews 2:1 therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard lest we drift away I believe that warning comes before we Drift away and leave God; We don't just drift away; People don't just Drift away overnight it happens subtly.

    Warning signs of drifting away Hebrews 2:1 therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard lest we drift away I believe that warning comes before we Drift away and leave God; We don't just drift away; People don't just Drift away overnight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good News For All

    Contributed by John Newton on Feb 3, 2025
     | 462 views

    The Galatians wanted to put restrictions on the new Gentile converts in their church. But Paul put his foot down...

    The little churches in Galatia were facing a serious issue—and they didn’t know what to do about it. It may seem surprising, but their problem revolved around the fact that they were growing. And the new people (there seemed to be more and more of them all the time!) just weren’t fitting in. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Listen 2: "know Your Bait" Series

    Contributed by Lynn Sims on Apr 28, 2025
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    Jesus called us to be fishers of men — but some of us are out here trying to reach people with stale bait, old tactics, or worse — no bait at all! We’ve got the greatest message in the world — the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ

    🎣 Week 2: Know Your Bait ________________________________________ 🧭 Introduction (pass out the outline) “If you’ve ever gone fishing, you know there are two kinds of folks: those who catch fish... and those who just catch a nap!” Now, I’m not saying I’ve fallen asleep on a boat — ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 1 – Judah Has Fallen In Weeping – Chapter 1:1-3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 18, 2025
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    Today we begin a new series in the book of Lamentations. So few people read and study this amazing book written by Jeremiah after the fall of Jerusalem and Judah. It is a sad book dealing with the nation’s sorrow and sin that caused it. It is most informative.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 1 – JUDAH HAS FALLEN IN WEEPING – CHAPTER 1:1-3 One of the least studied books of the bible is Lamentations, or more fittingly, “The Lamentations of Jeremiah”, for the prophet pours out his heart in lament at what has befallen Jerusalem and Judah. The book is very ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Giving Thanks To God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023
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     | 1,956 views

    Encourages us to live with gratitude, recognizing God's deeds in our lives, and expressing thanksgiving in every season, not just in good times.

    Good morning, everyone. It's a blessing to be here. Today, we gather under the banner of hope. Hope that fills our hearts. Hope that lights our path. Hope that's found in God. We turn our hearts to a verse from the book of Psalms. Psalms 95:2. It says, "Let us come before him with thanksgiving and ...read more

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    Why Does Gratitude Matter? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
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     | 2,136 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of gratitude in our lives, encouraging us to appreciate our blessings and draw closer to God.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today with hearts full and spirits high. The air is filled with a sense of hope, a sense of expectation. We are here to share in the Word of God, to find solace, strength, and wisdom. Our focus today is on a powerful passage from the Bible. It is a passage ...read more

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    Thankfulness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023
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     | 1,255 views

    Explores how to maintain joy, prayer, and gratitude in all circumstances, even during difficult times, as a Christian duty.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today in the love and fellowship that binds us together. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in the light of God's Word. Our focus today is on a simple, yet powerful passage from the book of 1 Thessalonians. It's a ...read more

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    We Make The Road By Walking PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 18, 2023
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     | 633 views

    Explores how, like Abraham, we should heed God's call, navigate life's uncertainties with faith, and cultivate gratitude for His divine guidance and grace.

    Welcome, beloved family in Christ. We are gathered here today, in this sacred space, to commune with our Lord and to bask in the warmth of His divine message. We are here to share in the wisdom of His Word and to grow together in our understanding of His purpose for us. Let's turn our hearts and ...read more

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    Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023
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     | 1,064 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of gratitude, challenging us to find joy and divine presence in trials, triumphs, and everyday life.

    Welcome, friends, to this sacred space where we gather to seek wisdom from the Word of God. We have been called here today by the Holy Spirit. We are here to explore the depths of gratitude, to uncover the transformative power of thankfulness, and to challenge ourselves to apply this virtue in ...read more

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    God Would Not Have Listened PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
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     | 544 views

    This sermon encourages self-examination of our hearts for hidden sin, emphasizing the importance of purity and honesty in our relationship with God.

    Beloved congregation, as we gather together in the unity of our faith, our hearts beat with a shared rhythm, a rhythm that echoes the love and grace of our Savior. We are bound by a sacred tapestry of faith, woven together by the threads of God's Word. It is this Word that we turn to today, as we ...read more

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