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  • John Gaston avatar

    The Transfiguration Of Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 12, 2021
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    The transfiguration of Jesus is important because it shows Christ is outside the realm of time, It reveals His divine nature, shows that the moment of salvation has come, and that Jesus is the looked-for Messiah of the Jews.

    THE TRANSFIGURATION OF JESUS Mk. 9:2-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Magician Humor 1. A magician introduced an act in which he would disappear. He said to the audience, “On the count of three, I will disappear!” And he started counting in Spanish, “Uno… Dos…POOF!” And the magician was gone without a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Inheritance From A Dying Man Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 28, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,277 views

    Elisha was on his deathbed and Joash was in tears. In this fleeting moment, the prophet offers the King a gift - an inheritance of great value. What did Elisha offer, and what difference can that make to us?

    OPEN: Tomorrow is Memorial Day and it’s a very special day. It’s a day to remember our military - those who’ve died in war. It was originally called “Decoration Day” and it was started shortly after the end of the Civil War, but no one seems to know when the tradition began. One of the earliest ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Glimpse Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Nov 22, 2014
     | 3,712 views

    Take a glimpse into thanksgiving, and see the glory of the Cross being magnified by our praise! We all share moments that should remind us to life in constant gratitude for all God's blessings!

    A Glimpse of Thanksgiving 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 The foundation of our gratitude is the Cross of Christ! It’s no wonder that Calvary is the blazing center of the glory of God! So, as we express gratefulness and awe inspired appreciation to God our Father, the agony of the Savior on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptation - In The Ring With The Devil Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 30, 2020
     | 2,747 views

    We can ruin our lives or our witness in one careless moment. To overcome temptation we need to remember the price, resist ahead of time and run away from temptation.

    TEMPTATION – IN THE RING WITH THE DEVIL Bob Marcaurelle homeorchurchbiblestudy.com James 1:13-15 “A person is tempted when he is lured (a fishing term) away and trapped by his own evil desires. His evil desire conceives and gives birth to sin. And sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "it Begins And Ends With Israel" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2020
     | 3,516 views

    I want you to imagine for a moment that someone says to you, “John Grisham’s new book is the best I have ever read.” You have to read it right away.

    FUTURE TENSE “It Begins and Ends with Israel” Genesis 12:1-9 I want you to imagine for a moment that someone says to you, “John Grisham’s new book is the best I have ever read.” You have to read it right away. So you take your friend’s advice, you buy the book, get comfortable and begin to read. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Transfiguration, A Mountain Top Experience For Us All.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 11, 2018
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    Mountain top experiences are there for a reason. They are not just moments of Epiphany or pleasure; they can be needed prior to a painful time. Also notice how many coincidences in this short passage and what that means for us.

    This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 11th February 2018 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). 2 Kings 2:1-12 Psalm 50:1-6 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 Mark 9:2-9 Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Come To The Table (Thanksgiving Communion Message)

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 13, 2016
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    Thanksgiving, for many of us, is both a memory in our past and a moment we look forward to. This morning, Jesus has set a table himself and has said to us, “Come to the table!”

    Come To The Table (Thanksgiving Communion Message) 1 Cor. 11.23-29 11/20/16 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Thanksgiving, for many of us, is both a memory in our past and a moment we look forward to. 1 I can remember all the smells of stuffing, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes w/ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seventh Seal Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 16, 2017
     | 6,191 views

    God pity those who will be here upon this earth when the seventh seal is removed! Will you be here? If you are not born again, you may be. But you can be saved this moment . . .

    By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/13/16 Title: Seventh Seal: Silence in Heaven (Revelation 8:1) Revelation 8:1 (KJV) And when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Before Joseph Could Pray Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 15, 2023
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    I can only imagine this event in Matthew as a shock to Joseph. One moment everything was going just as it should; He and Mary were espoused to be married and in the blink of an eye everything changed.

    “Before Joseph Could Pray” Matthew 1:18-25 Ever had a time in your life when you thought you had it all figured out, only to discover that was not what happened? I can only imagine this event in Matthew as a shock to Joseph. One moment everything was going just as it should; He and Mary were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Uncertainty

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Feb 11, 2023
     | 3,767 views

    We all have moments and seasons of uncertainty. Jesus will walk us through if we stick with him. I modified this sermon from the notes of my friend Pastor Paul Rivero.

    Uncertainty I. TEXT: Luke 8:40-56 (NKJV) "So it was, when Jesus returned, that the multitude welcomed Him, for they were all waiting for Him. 41 And behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue. And he fell down at Jesus’ feet and begged Him to come to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visionary View: When The Scales Fall Away From Our Eyes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,707 views

    Explore the transformative moment when the scales fall away from our eyes. It's a turning point where we see the truth, and our lives are forever changed.

    Visionary View: When the Scales Fall Away from Our Eyes Today, we gather to explore the transformative moment when the scales fall away from our eyes, a powerful concept found in the New Living Translation of the Bible. Opening Prayer: Let us begin with a prayer. Heavenly Father, we seek Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thanksgiving: The Transformative Power Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Mark Sparks on Nov 14, 2023
     | 4,761 views

    Today we embark on a profound journey into the transformative power of gratitude. In a world often shadowed by challenges, embracing gratitude becomes a guiding light, illuminating our path through the darkest moments

    The Transformative Power of Gratitude Opening Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV) - "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." Introduction: Today we embark on a profound journey into the transformative power of gratitude. In a world ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    From Struggling To Overflow

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025
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    There comes a divine moment when struggling must cease. For Peter, it was when Jesus stepped into his boat. The same Jesus is still stepping into lives today, bringing rest, clarity, and overflow.

    FROM STRUGGLING TO OVERFLOW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 5:1-7 Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:1-6, Joel 2:25-27, Deuteronomy 28:11-12, John 21:3-6 INTRODUCTION: Struggling can wear a person down—not just physically but also mentally and spiritually. Many sincere believers find themselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It Is Well With My Soul

    Contributed by Gerry Takaria on Jul 12, 2025
     | 587 views

    There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul."

    "It Is Well with My Soul" Introduction There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul." This phrase, immortalized by Horatio Spafford after ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Go! And Broadcast Blessing - 2 Kings 7:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 18, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 248 views

    Imagine for a moment you are starving, desperate, surrounded by enemies, with no hope in sight. Then suddenly—without lifting a sword—you find yourself in a camp overflowing with food, treasure, and victory already won.

    Go! And Broadcast Blessing - 2 Kings 7:9 2 Kings 7:9 (NLT): “Finally, they said to each other, ‘This is not right. This is a day of good news, and we aren’t sharing it with anyone! If we wait until morning, some calamity will certainly fall upon us. Come on, let’s go back and tell the people at ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal