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    The Astonishing Experience Of Gift Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 5, 2009
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     | 2,843 views

    Mary is the opposite of Eve, totally open to the plan of God as Eve was closed in, and thus she was able to accept the Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ.

    Immaculate Conception December 7-8, 2009 Caritas in Veritate “Charity in truth places man before the astonishing experience of gift.” (CV 34) These words of Pope Benedict from the encyclical begin a new section that is incredibly appropriate for the solemnity we celebrate today, the patronal ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    If You've Got Christianity "Down To A Science." You're Doing It Wrong!! Series

    Contributed by Casey Campbell on Mar 11, 2013
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     | 8,388 views

    When we over-think our lives and faith, we often under-live them.

    I had the opportunity, recently, to perform an audit and balance the books of the department where I work. I'm still not quite sure what I did wrong to have earned that very special blessing. There are few things I enjoy less on this earth than working with numbers. There is a reason that I married ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Changing The World By The Word

    Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,498 views

    “Say to those who have an anxious heart, “Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you”. (Isaiah 35:4)

    Introduction: The theme for today’s sermon is “changing the world by the word”. The most widely read book in the world is the Word of God and it is estimated that over 3.9 billion copies have been printed in the last fifty years. The life of the late Billy Graham is a testimony of how the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    All Things New PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,069 views

    Explores the promise of new beginnings in Christ, emphasizing God's ability to renew our hearts, minds, and spirits regardless of our past.

    Hey everyone, I'm so thrilled to have you all here today. We're about to get into something really exciting. I've got a feeling that today's sermon is going to touch your hearts and minds in a special way. We're going to be talking about new beginnings, fresh starts, and the incredible promise that ...read more

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    What Is Joy And How Do I Find It?

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jul 11, 2013
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    Joy is a Spirit gift; a power that provides supernatural ability to not only endure but to experience hope; to know in your soul the reality of heaven.

    I’ve had some happy days in my life. I was very happy when the Denver Broncos won Superbowls in 1997 and 1998. I was happy they day I married Kristi, and of course when my kids were born I was happy. Last Friday night when Jared came home from the hospital from his last chemo treatment, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Choosing The Better Portion

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 21, 2025
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     | 257 views

    Mary chose the better portion in life, and God led her safely home.

    We are gathered this morning in the shadow of sorrow, but also in the light of a great hope. And in this moment, we remember and give thanks to God for the beautiful and faithful life of Mary Beale. There is power in a name. Names connect us to our heritage and families, and sometimes, they even ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life - Week 4 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
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     | 693 views

    This sermon explores the emptiness of earthly pursuits and the importance of finding joy and meaning in God, as illustrated in Ecclesiastes 9:1-18.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the name of our Lord, to share in His Word and to find comfort, guidance, and edification in His eternal truth. Today, we find ourselves turning to the pages of Ecclesiastes, a book often misunderstood, yet rich with ...read more

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    Easter? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 26, 2011
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     | 31,096 views

    What does Easter really mean to us personally and are we encouraging others with the truth?

    Most people call today what?? Is it alright to use the word Easter for today? Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines Easter “a feast that commemorates Christ's resurrection and is observed with variations of date due to different calendars on the first Sunday after the paschal full ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Unbreakable Promise

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 19, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 526 views

    Unpacking one of the Bible's most powerful promises, this sermon on Romans 8:28 reveals how God sovereignly works all things—from our greatest joys to our deepest sorrows—together for the ultimate good of those who love Him.

    Title: God's Unbreakable Promise Text: Romans 8:28 Introduction: Life is filled with moments that leave us asking, "Why?" Why did this tragedy happen? Why am I going through this suffering? Why did that relationship fall apart? We look at the circumstances of our lives, and so often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Identity In Time Of Crisis PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 877 views

    This sermon encourages confronting life's crises with faith in Christ, claiming our identity in Him, and finding courage amidst struggles through His strength and wisdom.

    Welcome, dear family in Christ. Gather around, as we gather our hearts and minds to engage with the divine wisdom of the Scriptures, the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we turn our attention to an extraordinary passage from the Old Testament, a passage that speaks with a resonance that echoes ...read more

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    What Does Jesus Write About Me?

    Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 7, 2025
     | 39 views

    Jesus removes condemnation, restores dignity, and invites us into freedom. His grace breaks shame’s power and opens a future no accusation can steal.

    There are moments in life when the soul collapses under the weight of its own thoughts. We look in the mirror and see not a face but a failure, not a person but a problem. A knot forms inside us that no amount of effort can untie. Every word of encouragement slides off. Every accomplishment seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Dedication Of Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,464 views

    This sermon explores the divine purpose of Jesus' life, from His humble beginnings to His fulfillment of the Law, as revealed in Luke 2:22-40. Key

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to see your faces filled with the light of God, eager to hear His word and take it to heart. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a family, bound together by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Scripture today comes from ...read more

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    A New Way Series

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Oct 7, 2008
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     | 4,401 views

    Sermon #3 of 4 in a series called Change from the Inside Out based on Ephesians 4.

    A New Way, Ephesians 4:17-24 Change from the Inside Out Series Intro: I found what I think is one of the most amazing insect specimens I have ever seen the other day. (Show picture of moth) I found it at the kid’s school sitting on a pole; it was about 3 inches wide and probably 2 inches in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Omg Series

    Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Jul 29, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,082 views

    As the bride of Christ we take His name, we bare His name. Are we living our lives in vanity, poorly reflecting His name? Or are we allowing our lives to glorify His name?

    (Exodus 20:7 NASB) "7 "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave him unpunished who takes His name in vain." This is one of the Ten Commandments I have misunderstood more than any other in the 17 years I have known the Lord: Don't take the Lord's name in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Scoping Out Strongholds Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 41 ratings
     | 27,657 views

    Third in a series on spiritual warfare. This message examines strongholds in our minds that keep us from being truly free.

    This is week three in our series, “Operation Enduring Freedom.” If you missed either of the first two messages, you can obtain a copy of the audio tape, or find the sermon manuscript at our home page on the internet. We are seeking out God’s word to find out how to grab hold of a lasting, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan