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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 19, 2018
     | 8,665 views

    The first word from the cross is for forgiveness. In it, Jesus makes some key declarations.

    1. Scripture Reading Before Sermon: Matthew 5.43-48 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Bunch Of Everlastings (F.w. Boreham)

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,097 views

    Certainties from the Word of God.

    A man and his ten-year-old son were on a fishing trip miles from home. At the boy’s insistence, they decided to attend the Sunday worship service at a small rural church. The father forgot to bring any cash, so he reached in his pocket and gave his son a quarter to drop in the offering plate as it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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     | 1,189 views

    This sermon provides encouragement for those currently experiencing suffering, as well as those who may face it in the future. It emphasizes the strength and joy that can be found even in times of hardship.

    Today, I want to encourage all of you who are going through difficult times. Despite the challenges we face, we can still find joy and stand strong. No matter what we've been through, we can declare, "I'm still standing!" In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul addresses three main points: ...read more

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    The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Into Heaven

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,231 views

    Celebrating the Ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven and what it means for us who remain on earth.

    The Ascension of Jesus Christ the Son of God Luke 24:50-53 “When [Jesus] had led them out to the vicinity of Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. While He was blessing them, He left them and was taken up into heaven. “Then they worshiped Him and returned to Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Conflict Of Ages

    Contributed by Dan Shubin on May 27, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,831 views

    About the concept of Christian pacifism and conscientious objection to military service, in the Bible and history.

    THE CONFLICT OF AGES Daniel H. Shubin He (the Messiah) will judge between the nations, and will decide for many people; and they will beat their swords into plows and their spears into pruning shears; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    "Stick-To-It-Iveness" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,608 views

    Our response to oppression & adversity

    Psalm Steps> “Stick-to-it-iveness” Psalm 129 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts It pays to persevere. Thomas Edison experimented with hundreds of filaments before he succeeded in making the first electric light; Jonas Salk failed over 200 times before he ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Freedom In Christ (Part Two) Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 8, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,305 views

    This is the second part of a message dealing with freedom in Christ. Having discussed the consequences of embracing works, Paul now concludes this section by asking some questions of those who have "fallen away from grace."

    Scripture “Paul’s doctrine of grace is dangerous!” cried the false teachers in Galatia. “It replaces law with license. Why, if we do away with our rules and abandon our high standards, the churches will fall apart.” Those first century false teachers, known as Judaizers or legalists, were not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Pure And Unadulterated

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2011
     | 3,053 views

    It doesn't matter how active you are in ministry if you are teaching a distorted Gospel.

    Some of you may remember my telling of an incident that took place in our Presbytery last fall. A woman pastor from the Netherlands was received into membership in our Presbytery even though she does not believe that Jesus is God, or in the atonement - that is, that the death of Jesus on the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "You're Fired!" Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,375 views

    What are the Idols in the marketplace, what might happen to you if you refuse to bow down?

    Singing the Songs of the Lord in a Strange Land November 7, 2004 Daniel 3 “You’re Fired!” The Story We have followed Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, & Azariah (Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego) through exile from their land, to being chosen for training in the King’s court. They honoured God by refusing ...read more

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    Grace Is About Transformation

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,325 views

    Saul the zealot becomes Paul the apostle

    What does the word ‘zeal’ mean to you? Do you picture some running around fanatically shouting and calling our attention to some-thing very important that needs our focus immediately? Do you have a picture in mind of Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders charging up San Juan hill in Cuba ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satan Wages A War In Heaven Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 26, 2023
     | 1,378 views

    This message seeks to uncover more of Satan’s motive and his reactions to God's holiness. It is important to know God's word, and the end times events, so we are united in the truth vs. man-made assumptions.

    Alpha and Omega, Part 37, Revelation Part 14 Satan Wages a War in Heaven Revelation 12:7-17 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- This is the continuation of our Alpha and Omega series since January -- REM: Redemption of sin has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    If I Perish, I Perish

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025
     | 1,259 views

    The words “If I perish, I perish” show a faith that does not back down in the face of danger. Esther’s boldness teaches us that trusting in God is always worth the risk.

    IF I PERISH, I PERISH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 4:16 "Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast for me, neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jehovah-Tsebaoth (Lord Of Hosts) Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Sep 16, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,726 views

    The Bible refers to God by different names and each one reveals some aspect of His character and His relationship with us.

    The God of Battles The term “Lord of Hosts” is used 282 times in the Bible. It is a military term meaning “God of Battles”. (1 Sam 17:45-47 KJV) Then said David to the Philistine, Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come to thee in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    In Gratitude

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 14, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,963 views

    Examines ways Christians can "Earn" the freedoms purchased for us by others.

    MEMORIAL DAY 2012 Some of you remember the movie “Saving Private Ryan”. In that movie, set in World War II, a family has 4 sons serving in the military. The defense department receives word that 3 of the brothers have been killed, and it is decided that no mother should have to lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Enemies Be Scatter SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,566 views

    You already have the victory in the presence of the Lord

    Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to be here with you today, to stand before you in this sacred space, to share in the fellowship of believers, and to immerse ourselves in the living Word of God. We are here today, not by ...read more

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