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    The Courageous Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025
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     | 68 views

    Following Jesus means trusting God’s timing, standing firm amid misunderstanding and opposition, and finding courage to remain faithful despite pressure from others.

    If you’ve ever felt the sting of skepticism, the squeeze of expectations, or the chill of criticism, you’ll feel the temperature of John 7. Picture the scene: the streets of Jerusalem hum with the Feast of Booths. Families build shelters, memories mingle with meals, and whispers chase rumors ...read more

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    The Risen Christ Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jul 3, 2009
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    Part 1 in series Waking the Dead. This message communicates three thoughts abou the resurrection. 1) We do not believe it was not metaphorical. 2) Resurrection is not against the laws of physics. 3) Ultimately, this is still your choice.

    The Risen Christ Waking the Dead, part 1 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 11, 2009 Hey, Happy Easter everybody. I imagine that those of you who observed Lent this season have experienced blessing as a result. Some of you, too, are probably really looking forward to going back to ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Karma And Christ Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 8, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 32,628 views

    Many religious people - and even Christians - believe in some form of "karma". What's wrong with that? And why should we not accept that view of God?

    OPEN: This month we’re exploring “stupid things even Christians believe”, and this morning we’re going to be examining a theology that is seemingly common to every religion on earth. So many people, in so many religions, believe this particular theology because it seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Burial Of The Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 18, 2016
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     | 8,685 views

    This message describes the events and people surrounding the burial of the Christ

    I. Introduction A. On the day of my big job interview I woke up late. Frantically I threw on a suit. “OH NO!” I thought. “MY TIE! My Dad was out of town and wasn’t there to help me, and for the life of me I did not know how to tie a tie! I grabbed a tie and ran out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Seed Of Christ

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Dec 16, 2016
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    When God sows, He doesn’t sow with seeds that can spoil or decay. There’s a kind of seed God has sown into our lives that irrespective of your financial status, you can always sow this seed.

    Introduction One of the very first biblical principles God introduced in His Word is the principle of sowing and reaping (Genesis 8:22). For you to sow and invariably reap, you must have a seed. You can’t plant if you don’t have a seed. Often times when we talk about sowing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Wisdom In Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 14, 2012
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     | 44,311 views

    Paul explains what it means to have wisdom in Christ. 1- We expose the darkness 2- We use time wisely 3- We respond to the Spirit

    INTRO.- Wisdom. Who doesn’t need it? ILL.- A preacher said: When I was a young minister, a funeral director asked me to hold a grave side service for a homeless man with no family or friends. The funeral was to be at a cemetery way out in the country. This was a new cemetery and this man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nothing But Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2022
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     | 5,610 views

    Paul would know no one but Jesus! There's no one greater to know, no one loves us as much, only He can save us, He's the only way to heaven, and He's God's only choice to redeem the world. Who is this Jesus to YOU?

    NOTHING BUT CHRIST 1 Cor. 2:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An avid golfer told his wife he might have give up golfing. “Why?” she said. “Because I can’t see where the ball lands, and so, I can’t find my golf balls.” “Well, why don’t you take Uncle George with you; he’s got good eyesight.” “Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Uncomfortable Christ

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 11, 2025
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     | 1,596 views

    What kind of fire is Jesus talking about? Is this the fire of judgment? The fire of hell? The fire of destruction? I don't believe so. This is the fire of purification, the fire of truth, the fire that burns away what is false so that what is true can shine forth.

    OPENING Good morning, church family. I want to begin today with a story that might help us understand something profound about the nature of Christ's ministry. Last summer, I had the opportunity to speak with a forest ranger in Colorado. As we drove through a section of the national forest, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Imitators Of Christ" Series

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,662 views

    To be a truen New Testament Church we must do what Jesus did. WDJD What did Jesus do? Let us discover what Jesus did and become Imitators of Christ.

    “Imitators Of Christ” Prepared For Fort Payne For Wed. Night, June 18th 2003 Text; Matt 4:18-22 (KJV) 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Passion Of The Christ

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 6, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST SHOULD LEAD US TO WATCH AND PRAY!

    THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST GOSPEL: MATTHEW 26:36-46 MARCH 3, 2004 MOUNT HOLLY LENTEN LUNCH HYMN: JESUS PAID IT ALL 210 INTRODUCTION: A few years ago, as a part of orientation for new students at Belmont Abbey College, Father Martin, an elderly monk, gave a tour of the monastery. When the group ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Knows

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 27, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 7,886 views

    This is a funeral for a member of my church who died after a sudden illness.

    The Funeral Service Opening I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. Invocation O Eternal God, our Father, from whom we come and to whom we go, grant us the favor of Your divine presence at ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Being In Christ

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 18, 2006
     | 2,497 views

    Steps to maturity in Christ begin with being in Christ.

    Matthew 28:18-20 18And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20teaching them to observe all that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fullness Of Christ

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 14,382 views

    How are we, as Christians, to deal with the physical, emotional, and spiritual drains in our lives? How are we, as people of God, to deal with these issues? Paul tells the Colossians and he tells us that Jesus can fill us in the midst of all the drains

    THE FULLNESS OF CHRIST COLOSSIANS 2:9-15 INTRODUCTION... sermoncentral.com/print_friendly_illustration.asp?illustration_id=6249 A little boy who lived far out in the country in the late 1800s had reached the age of twelve and had never in all his life seen a circus. You can imagine his excitement, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ The King

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Nov 21, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 9,390 views

    Jesus knows us by how we love those in need around us.

    Christ the King Sunday Matthew 25:31-46 24 November 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen “The West Wing” is a popular television program that documents the life in the White House. All of the intrigue and events of the day are reflected in the weekly episode. This past week begins with the president faced ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jealous For Christ Series

    Contributed by Darrell White on Nov 22, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,445 views

    Jealousy causes us to live life in fear, anger and pride - Christ calls us to live in peace, confidance, and humilty.

    Jealous for Christ Acts 5:17-42 11/24/02 Introduction A. In addressing the topic of jealousy this morning, I would like to start by using a story the Dr. Gary Collins wrote: “For many years Sir Walter Scott was the leading literary figure in the British Empire. No one could write as well as he. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness