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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Dazzling Mountain, Dying Mountain

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 5, 2009
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    For Transfiguration Sunday. God gives us defining, dazzling moments, perhaps only a few; but they empower us for the self-giving times and never need to be renewed.

    For many people, life peaks early, and then they seem to run downhill all the way thereafter. There are many people who do well early in life -- they have a happy childhood, they do well in school, they launch their careers, all in their early years. But then something goes wrong. Something goes a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Things Look Hopeless Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 26, 2025
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    We frequently look in other directions to try to see spiritual transformation for our churches. Our only hope is a move of the Spirit, who can bring the dead to life.

    DRY BONES: There are moments that seem hopeless. - Ezekiel 37:1-3a. - The immediate context here is the life of Israel. Things had become hopeless for them. - Their disobedience had led them to a place of despair and defeat. As they looked at their ability to stand up to their enemies, the army ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Daniel Chapter 2d Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 18, 2008
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    Daniel Bile Study

    b. Daniel Reveals the Dream to Nebuchadnezzar (2:24-49) ii The Information (2:31-35) First Daniel told the king what he had seen in his dream and then he explained the meaning. (1) The Statue (2:31-33) Nebuchadnezzar was a king who had subdued all his foes. He had built a virtually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Signs That Point To The Return Of Christ

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Apr 13, 2013
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    As we see the scroll with the seven seals it should let us know that the time has come and judgment is coming. It seems very clear that we are living in the end times and there are significant signs that are being fulfilled right before our eyes. L

    Introduction As we see the scroll with the seven seals it should let us know that the time has come and judgment is coming. It seems very clear that we are living in the end times and there are significant signs that are being fulfilled right before our eyes. Looking at each one by itself may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Marks Of True Revival Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 26, 2019
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    How does revival happen? And how do we know that it is truly revival?

    The Marks of True Revival Acts 2:42-47 It has been a long time since America has seen a widespread revival. In fact, any of the researchers are lamenting the decline of Christianity in America. This decline is especially severe in what used to be called the “mainline churches.” Many remedies have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Dream Revealed And Interpretted Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 20, 2021
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    We're going to see in this passage that Nebuchadnezzar's dream concerned 4 significant empires that were to rule upon the Earth, but toward the end of the interpretation we will see that the fourth Kingdom will be restored and led by the Antichrist himself.

    Tonight, we finally get to know what King Nebuchadnezzar's dream is and how it was interpreted. We're going to see in this passage that Nebuchadnezzar's dream concerned 4 significant empires that were to rule upon the Earth, but toward the end of the interpretation we will see that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    While You Were Out Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 1, 2004
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    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Reality". This sermon also has a section concerning Thanksgiving and a section for Lord’s Supper.

    Series: Reality [#3] WHILE YOU WERE OUT Luke 14:12-24 Introduction: On the popular home-improvement reality show, “While You Were Out”, the contestant sends their spouse on a vacation. While they are gone, this person fixes up a part of the house that the other one would appreciate. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Story 29: A Peculiar Partnership Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 19, 2014
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    God selects unusual people with whom to partner in his work -- Saul of Tarsus and US!

    1. [During one of those "teachable moments," a young mother asked her son why they should be quiet in church. The boy replied, "Because so many people are sleeping." Ouch! 2. On behalf of myself and all preachers who may have driven you to sleep in a sermon, please accept my apology. You see, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Is It Important To Give The Invitation?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 24, 2024
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    Supper is ready and the invitations have been sent!

    But what is an invitation? An invitation is to request someone to be present, a summons to participate, or an attempt to get someone to join or to arrive at a specific event. The Parable of the Great Feast The man with Jesus saw the brilliance of God’s Kingdom, yet he did not yet see how to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Developing "Harvest Eyes"

    Contributed by Randy Chestnut on Apr 20, 2005
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    A message to challenge American Christians to change the way we see our country (USA), our church and ourselves.

    We have all had the experience of reading our Bible and having a verse, a phrase or even a word leap off the page and grab our spirit. When that happens, the Lord is obviously trying to tell us something. Recently, I have had that experience while studying, John 4. In verse 4, we read “But He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will Be A Functioning Church Member (1) Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 15, 2014
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    This sermon is to speak to members to Funcition better as a whole member of the Body of Christ and the Local Chu This sermon series was taken from the book by Tom Rainer I am a Church Member – I added , my thoughts are other to make this sermon complete

    SERMON SERIES I am a Church Member Series SERMON 1 I will be a Functioning Church Member I will be a a Functioning Church Member I Cor 12:12-31 This sermon series was taken from the book by Tom Rainer I am a Church Member – I added , my thoughts are other to make this sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    God's Spirit Moves Us Witness To The Resurrection

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 5, 2007
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    A sermon for the 5th Sudnay of Easter, Series C

    5th Sunday of Easter, May 6, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, push us out beyond the safe confines of our congregation. Restore us to the great ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Howard Gunter avatar

    What To Wear - What To Wear

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 7, 2017
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     | 7,632 views

    All are invited to the kingdom of heaven, without exception.

    Matthew 22:1-14 What to Wear – What to Wear This is a very interesting parable. “The kingdom of heaven” is like a certain king who planned a large festive wedding for his son. Invitations were sent out to invite the king’s friends and select subjects. One would think an honor at best just to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Quit Dragging The Corpse

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 19, 2020
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    It is OK to bury the dead. If your church is dead, join with another one and repurpose your building or sell it giving the money to poor, missions or something useful.

    Revelation 3:1 And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Churches are failing. Some due to neglect of the pastor and congregation. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Unthankful Times

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 8, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 14,164 views

    The last days are perilous, unthankful times marked by godlessness, powerless religion, and corrupt ministry.

    Living In Unthankful Times 2 Timothy 3:1-9 Introduction: The Humanist’s Prayer Lyman Abbot once paraphrased the Lord’s Prayer to reflect the philosophy of those without God. We might call it the Humanist’s Prayer: Our brethren who art on earth, Hallowed be our name. Our kingdom come, Our will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist