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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "i See You"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 8, 2020
     | 4,618 views

    When waters are chaotic I see you and that's all that matters.

    Jesus says, “I see you” Matthew 14:22-33 One night a house caught fire and a young boy was forced to flee to the roof. The father stood on the ground below with outstretched arms, calling to his son, "Jump! I'll catch you." He knew the boy had to jump to save his life. All ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ And Why It Matters

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 9, 2023
     | 1,343 views

    In his first letter to the church at Corinth, the apostle Paul had to address their chaotic and ungodly practices. He confronted and corrected them as to how a true church should model itself on the foundation of the Lord Jesus Christ, including a reminder about the resurrection and its importance.

    As the days draw closer to the return of our Great God and Savior Jesus Christ (Luke 21:28; Titus 2:13), the enemies of the LORD, both human and demonic, are doing their best to turn people away from the truth of the Scriptures and that there is no salvation for anyone except through Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Twenty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: The Three Cannots Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 6, 2025
     | 337 views

    Jesus must have our highest allegiance as the center of our life.

    “Great crowds were traveling with Jesus (Luke 14:25),” we hear. He’d rather they be students, or learners which is what disciple means from the Latin word discipulus. So, he teaches them three “cannots,” which is a great way to weed out the casual observers from the more serious followers because ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Philippians 1:3-11 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Mar 1, 2026
     | 118 views

    Philippians 1:3-11

    Philippians 1:3-11 3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4 always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. 6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Philippians 1:12-18 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Mar 12, 2026
     | 90 views

    Philippians 1:12-18

    Philippians 1:12-18 12 I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel, 13 so that it has become known throughout the whole imperial guard and to all the rest that my imprisonment is for Christ. 14 And most of the brothers, having become ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Fathering

    Contributed by Ed Cole on Jun 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,779 views

    A classic sermon by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole about how a father should teach, love, give to, and do things for his children.

    (Sermon Central Subscribers’ Free Gift: www.MajoringInMen.com/SermonCentral) Introduction 1. Ephesians 6:1-4 2. 1 Kings 2:2 3. Genesis 2:15 – Guide, guard, govern, Prophet, priest, king Five Things a Father Must Teach His Children 1. The attributes of God. 2. Who Jesus Christ is, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Weaker Vessel

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 12, 2025
     | 401 views

    The husband must honor his wife as a fine, cherished, possibly more fragile vessel—like porcelain vs. iron—not because she is worth less, but because she is worth handling with more care.

    WEAKER VESSEL: PROLOGUE – Blurred Lines, Broken Honor THE STRENGTH TO STEP BACK In 2022, University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, a biological male who identifies as female, won an NCAA women’s championship. The runner-up, Riley Gaines, a biological female and All-American athlete, publicly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It's About Time

    Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 7, 2025
     | 183 views

    God invites us to slow down—to listen before reacting, to speak with grace, and to let His Spirit shape our emotional responses. When we follow James 1:19, our relationships reflect the patient, gentle heart of Jesus.

    There are moments in ministry that arrive quietly, without fanfare or warning, and yet they end up shaping the way you see people, see yourself, and even see God. One of those moments for me came on a day that seemed ordinary. I was on my way to visit a dear church member I hadn’t seen for too ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Part 9 - The Sword Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 12,143 views

    Part 9 in the series of Spiritual warfare and the whole armor of God.

    Spiritual Warfare – The Whole Armor of God The Sword of the Spirit (Part 9) † Scripture Reading Ephesians 6:17 “Take the Helmet of salvation and the Sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” PRAYER † Over past few weeks we have discussed the different parts of the Armor of God and how ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Invisible War

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 8, 2005
    based on 134 ratings
     | 42,356 views

    We are engaged in spiritual conflict and need to be aware of resources available to us to enable us to be victorious.

    The Invisible War Ephesians 6:10-18 I DON’T HAVE TO TELL YOU THAT WE ARE AT WAR IN AMERICA! It’s a dirty war–in some ways, worse than the one we are waging against terrorism. It’s being fought right here on our soil as well as in many other nations. It’s a war for the minds and hearts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Court Record

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 9, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,513 views

    This message illustrates the doctrine of justification with a courtroom proceding with Jesus as judge and redeemer.

    “The Court Record” Introduction/Illustration Have you ever been in a courtroom? I won’t ask any of you here this morning to raise your hand if you have been to court. But I will tell you a story about one of my court experiences. Before you get worried and think that you welcomed a Pastor into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The War We Wage

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 26, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,585 views

    God said we should also be on the offensive.

    The War We Wage Eph 6:10-17 Introduction: Our nation has known many wars, but Vietnam was an especially frustrating campaignrn. Think jungle terrain made the enemy hard to find, and guerrilla warfare made him hard to fight. Many Vietnamese who peacefully worked the rice paddles by day put on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Davis avatar

    Trust In The Lord

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 67,711 views

    Learning how to place full trust in God for our salvation.

    Title: Trust In The Lord. Text: (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV) "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." Introduction: Trust is a lonely word in our culture. --No longer can we shake hands and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Shield Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on Feb 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,929 views

    How to stand against the devil

    TITLE: "Shield of Faith" INTRO: July 1979, candidate for President Ronald Reagan visited NORAD (North American Defense Command in Colorado Springs, CO. inside Cheyenne, MT.) This visit changed his life, changed the future of our country. Learned how we could detect any launch from around the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Like A Rattler

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jul 20, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,449 views

    Is there a rattle snake rapped around your leg affecting your walk in the Lord?

    Like A Rattler Psalm 140:1-7 1 Deliver me, O LORD, from the evil man: preserve me from the violent man; 2 Which imagine mischiefs in their heart; continually are they gathered together for war. 3 They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent; adders’ poison is under their lips. Selah. 4 Keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God