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    The Truth About Family In Heaven PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 252 views

    Despite our current limited understanding, God promises we will one day see Him clearly, fully known and loved, reunited and whole in His presence.

    If you’ve ever peered through a fogged-up bathroom mirror and tried to make sense of the face staring back, you know the feeling. Shapes are there. Outlines are there. But clarity? It waits. Life often feels like that—hints without the whole picture, music through a wall, daylight under a door. We ...read more

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    The Courageous Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 115 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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    Una Iglesia Victoriosa PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 186 views

    Jesus personally builds an unstoppable, hope-filled Church, empowering ordinary people to advance His mission with confidence, unity, and enduring faith despite all opposition.

    Amados, qué regalo estar juntos hoy. A veces la semana nos deja con el alma en la orilla, mirando el oleaje de preocupaciones que golpea contra el corazón. En esas horas, el Señor nos toma de la mano y nos susurra con una sonrisa: “Tengo un plan, tengo una promesa, tengo poder para ti”. Y esa ...read more

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    Backfiring Schemes Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,209 views

    What happens when everyone does the wrong thing? We find that in this chapter - and how God gets His way despite our best efforts to mess up!

    Do you ever find a situation where absolutely everybody does the wrong thing - and yet God still gets His way? That’s what we find in Genesis 27. Everyone - Isaac, Essau, Jacob, and Rebekah - all have plans they want hatched and so they go about trying to maneuver God’s blessing to their benefit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    God's Never-Ending Love Series

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Aug 3, 2012
     | 10,951 views

    Despite our failure and compromise, God loves us and has done everything possible for us to be in his presence. But we must respond and receive that never-ending love.

    They were good times! Israel had just rebuilt their temple from scratch after it had lay in ruins for 70 years. Their country had been over-run by the Babylonians who destroyed their cities and took most of the population captive in Babylon. But finally a new empire arose, the Persians, who freed ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    In The Midst Of The Fire There Is A Fourth Man.

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 81,242 views

    We do not have to bow to the music of the world, but in the midst of the fire, in the midst of conflict we can remain true and faith to God despite what the consequences might be.

    First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning - October 7th, 2012 Let us pray Welcome… Last Sunday we were blessed at our Annual Women’s Day Service, as our speaker spoke on one hope. She spoke about a woman who apparently was hopeless, but when she met the man call Jesus, the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Serving God Regardless Of The Consequences

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 23, 2017
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     | 10,911 views

    A Christmas sermon looking at the main characters in the Christmas story, Mary, Joseph, the Shepherds, and the Magi, and how they followed and served God's purposes despite the consequences, difficulties, and hardships they faced.

    Serving God Regardless of the Consequences As we prepare for Christmas I thought I’d start up with where we left off during the Thanksgiving holidays when we looked at being grateful during the inevitabilities of life, and how to maintain the ministries graciously given by God. Therefore, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Freedom Vs Anarchy

    Contributed by Raymond Williams on Mar 31, 2020
     | 3,346 views

    Despite what we are being told by so many today, even among those who are in position to shape the destiny of this nation, Freedom flourishes within the framework of order.

    Freedom vs. Anarchy Ezekiel 22:23-31 6 In those days there was no king in Israel. Everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Judges 17:6; 21:25 (ESV) Anarchy and freedom have seemed to some to move in the same direction; in truth, they are complete opposites. Anarchy, a condition which one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Unrelenting God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 23, 2018
     | 7,490 views

    God did not give up on Ahaz, despite his idolatry and unbelief. God came to him through prophet Isaiah, assuring him and urging him to trust Him.

    We are going to look at our unrelenting God, the One who never give up on us. We looked at the five kings of Israel in chapter 15. It ends with an account on King Jotham of Judah. • Jotham did what was right in the eyes of the Lord but not perfectly because he did not remove the high places of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Trouble In My Way

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 24, 2021
     | 12,906 views

    Many Christians believe that if they are walking in obedience to God then they will be blessed. They define being blessed as a life without troubles. This message is about being blessed despite the troubles we experience.

    Trouble In My Way Scripture: Job 14:1; Mark 4:35-41; John 14:1-6; Deut. 28:1-13 I am sure many of you know this….there are Christians who believe that because they have accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior they will not have troubles in this life. As a matter of fact, they believe that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Leader And Opposition Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015
     | 6,453 views

    Despite opposition Nehemiah keeps them building. He organises the work to go on. We too experience opposition but can trust God to help us to persevere.

    Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Sometimes you read these stories from the Old Testament and they seem so remote, so removed from our modern world that you wonder whether they can have any relevance for us. I mean, as George pointed out last week, we wouldn’t even think of getting out and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    That I May Know Him

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,365 views

    The greatest pursuit in life is not wealth, fame, or power, but an intimate knowledge of God. Paul, despite his vast knowledge, experiences, and accomplishments, still longed for a deeper understanding of Christ.

    THAT I MAY KNOW HIM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:10 "That I may know Him, and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being made conformable unto His death." Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 9:23-24 Hosea 6:3 John 17:3 Daniel 11:32 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Who Am I PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,153 views

    Highlight God's immense power and majesty, His deep care for humanity despite our insignificance in the grand scheme of creation, and the importance of practicing humility in our daily lives.

    Good morning, everyone! It's wonderful to be with you today as we dive into the Word of God together. Today, we're going to unpack a passage from Psalm 8, verses 3 to 8. This passage is a beautiful reminder of God's majesty and power, His incredible care for humanity, and the importance of us ...read more

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    I Survived It! The Struggle Is Over (Rest) PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,993 views

    Despite the inevitable struggles and anxieties we face in life, we can find everlasting joy, comfort, and strength in God's favor and love, as reminded in Psalm 30:5.

    Friends, welcome! I’m glad you’re here with us today. We're going to dive into the Word of God, specifically Psalm 30:5, where we're reminded, "For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning." This verse is a ...read more

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  • Treasure In Clay Jars, Why Not A Vault? thumbnail

    Treasure In Clay Jars, Why Not A Vault? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,672 views

    Despite our flaws and imperfections, God has chosen to house His all-surpassing power within us, demonstrating His grace and glory through our lives.

    Good morning, family of God! You know, this world can make us feel pretty beat up and broken sometimes, can't it? If you're anything like me, there are days when your flaws seem just too big to bear. But I've got some good news for you today. We're going to dive into 2 Corinthians 4:7, and I ...read more

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