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  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    Let The Walls Collapse Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Oct 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 23,996 views

    The walls we build are false sense of security. Only God can protect us. Just like the walls of Jericho, let these walls collapse and allow God's hand of protection be upon us. The safest place for a child of God is to be in His hands.

    SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 6:1-7 Now the gates of Jericho were securely barred because of the Israelites. No one went out and no one came in. 2 Then the Lord said to Joshua, “See, I have delivered Jericho into your hands, along with its king and its fighting men. 3 March around the city once ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Four-Part Harmony Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 10, 2016
     | 8,699 views

    The Apostle Peter commands us to “live in harmony” with the people around us which means we are sympathetic, loving, compassionate, and humble when we want to be and especially when we don’t want to be and the people we deal with don’t deserve it.

    FOUR-PART HARMONY 1 PETER 3:8-17 INTRODUCTION The passage that we are going to read today has at minimum about 10 different sermons in it. This morning I am going to preach all ten sermons to you so get comfortable! I locked the doors and ordered in lunch. The passage is rich with meaning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Life Changing Power Of Godly Hope Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 27, 2016
     | 7,123 views

    1. Real hope is hungry to be holy (vs. 3, 5-7). 2. Real hope refuses to be satisfied with sin (vs. 4, 8). 3. Real hope is secure in the Savior (vs. 9). 4. Real hope is led by love (vs. 10).

    The Life Changing Power of Godly Hope 1 John 3:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John Grayson Baptist Church - January 24, 2016 (Revised December 25, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Let me remind you that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defection, Deception & Destruction Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2018
     | 5,426 views

    In Galatians 1:6–9 we see the dangers of: 1) Defection (Galatians 1:6), 2) Deception (Galatians 1:7), and 3) Destruction (Galatians 1:8-9) of those who would pervert the Gospel of Grace.

    Every culture has unique expressions that can seem foreign to others. For one who is astonished, the British have the expression that one is “gob-smacked.” “Gob” is slang for “mouth.” To be smacked is to be slapped with an open hand. So someone who is “gob-smacked” opens his mouth, claps his hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Grace Alone Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 20, 2021
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,981 views

    Jesus + Nothing = Everything

    Recently, Beth and I stopped by a grocery store to pick up a few items. To save time, we decided to use the self-checkout option [I normally go to a cashier as a way to support jobs]. When I tried to scan the first item, the machine sounded an alarm, and the screen showed an error. As I waited ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Of Gods And Men Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 5, 2022
     | 1,871 views

    The focus of this sermon is to explore the possible meaning to the phrase "You are gods" in Psalm 82 and referred to by Jesus, and how it might apply to all believers today.

    Good Morning. A quick question. How many of you have ever seen the movie Of Gods and Men? How many of you have ever heard of the movie Of Gods and Men? A few of you. That is not surprising because it is a foreign film with subtitles. It is actually quite a well-respected film. It came out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Blessed Are The Meek Series

    Contributed by Dustin Boden on Jul 26, 2024
     | 1,843 views

    The Beatitudes teach us how to embody the qualities that Jesus values, such as humility, mercy, and purity of heart.

    "Blessed are the Meek” Opening Greeting: Good morning everybody! I am happy to see everyone here today and thankful for all you. Today, we continue our journey through one of the most profound and transformative passages in the Bible—Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Specifically, we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Coming Russian Invasion Of Israel Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 23, 2026
     | 304 views

    When someone or something threatens you, realize that God is in charge. Then let that realization reduce the threat in your mind as you rely on God to eliminate that threat altogether.

    A family visiting Yellowstone National Park learned a valuable lesson: bears are smart. While driving in the park, they spotted a black bear on the side of the road and decided to take a few pictures from inside their car. Something they didn't think about? Locking their car doors. The bear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • David Dunn avatar

    When Loyalty Breaks Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 27, 2025
     | 414 views

    Psalm 109 reveals God’s compassion for the betrayed, turning wounds into prayer, surrendering justice to Him, and finding refuge in Christ’s faithful presence.

    INTRODUCTION — THE WOUND YOU DON’T SEE COMING There are many kinds of pain in life, but betrayal has a unique flavor. It is the kind of pain that doesn’t scream — it leaks. It shows up in subtle ways: your appetite changes, sleep slips away, and you walk through familiar rooms feeling like ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    We're Part Of The Family

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 5,214 views

    What does it mean to be part of the family?

    WHO IS YOUR FAMILY? YOUR SPOUSE, YOUR CHILDREN, YOUR PARENTS, COUSINS, AUNTS, UNCLES, GRAND PARENTS. THE SCRIPTURE THAT WAS READ A LITTLE EARLIER THIS MORNING EXPANDS OUR FAMILY TREE A LITTLE BIT DOESN’T IT BECAUSE IT SAYS, Hebrews 2:11 Jesus and the people he makes holy all belong to the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Remembering

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 21, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,906 views

    A Memorial Day message that shows our need to remember our fallen heroes for what they have done for our nation, and to remember our Savior, Jesus Christ, for what He has done for our salvation. Audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com/2007.html

    Back in the 1970’s, I was an office manager for General Electric Corporation in Cincinnati, Ohio. The president of our division was Stu Ladow. The first time I met him, he made an impression on me that has never been forgotten. Let me tell you about Mr. Ladow. He knew the one secret ingredient ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Tony Searles avatar

    "A Few Good Men!"

    Contributed by Tony Searles on May 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,004 views

    This is a message for Memorial Day, reflecting on David’s Mighty Men. The challenge to the Body was for them to be Mighty Men/Women too!

    “A FEW GOOD MEN!” 1 Chronicles 11:15-19, Now three of the thirty chief men went down to the rock to David, into the cave of Adullam, while the army of the Philistines was camping in the valley of Rephaim. [16] And David was then in the stronghold, while the garrison of the Philistines was then in ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Where To Look When Trouble Comes

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 22,263 views

    When trouble comes there is only one place to look! A response to the tragic events of September 11th 2001.

    West Greeley Baptist Church September 16th 2001 “Where to look when trouble comes” Psalms 121: 1-8 Pastor Mark Hensley “I lift up my eyes to the hills-- where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip-- he who watches over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith In The Fire

    Contributed by Thomas Baird on Jun 8, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,367 views

    Will we stand for God, no matter what?

    Faith in the fire During Vacation Bible School this week we studied about faith.. and one of the songs that the kids sang every day just before going home was Put your faith in action.. We are going to study tonight about three young men that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Slaying Goliath

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 30, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,312 views

    We all come face to face with "Goliaths" in our lives. Like David, we too can conquer them and be victorous!

    POINTS OF TRUTH Christian Ministries Crusade Church of God www.pointsoftruth.com The battle lines were drawn. Across a great valley, the army of the Lord faced their enemy, the Philistines. The mighty army of the Lord was in full battle array, shouting the war cry, and waiting anxiously ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible