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  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Unashamed! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 24, 2025
     | 472 views

    Based on Romans 1:16-17 - Challenges hearers to live a sold-out, unashamed life for Jesus.

    “UNASHAMED!” Romans 1:16-17 FBCF – 3/23/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Swayze Bozeman read Scripture & share. God has given you a platform. Use it to tell others about Jesus! Let’s do some “PINE TREE EVANGELISM.” Driving to church – coming up 1st Street – Wind blowing out of the west. About ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Knows It All

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 5, 2024
     | 959 views

    Friends, peace is lost when you don’t give Jesus the first portion of your life, yes, locusts will suddenly come to swallow everything that you have without Jesus as the center of your life.

    God knows it all John 21:1 “Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee…” Jesus appeared again- I liked those words….. Jesus appeared again- be reassured today that God is not blind to what is happening in your life – HE KNOWS IT ALL, that’s exactly what I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lord Reveals The Path Of Life

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 8, 2022
     | 2,098 views

    The path of life includes gladness of life and joyfulness of soul.

    INTRO: When we travel, we plan a destination. The trip may be short. Direct. Or the trip may have detours. Roadblocks. Construction. Our life’s journey is seldom dull. There may be twists and turns. We may even ask ourselves if we are on the right path. How do we recognize the path of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thessalonians 1(Evaluation, Evidence, Explanation) Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jun 7, 2022
     | 1,399 views

    The presence of the Holy Spirit is the key component in our ability to do God’s will.

    This week we start the second oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The King's Highway

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 20, 2023
     | 1,034 views

    Let us prepare our hearts to become a highway for our God.

    Over thirty percent of the bridges in this country are classified as needing major structural repairs. That doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re taking your life in your hands the minute you start to cross a bridge, but it does mean that, as a whole, our transportation system is wearing out. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Change Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022
     | 2,827 views

    On Christmas we expect to hear that Jesus’ arrival made everything right! And in once sense it did, but really Jesus’ arrival turned everything upside down.

    I. Introduction It is Christmas. It is the time of year that most of us, even the most cynical and crusty, are filled with emotions, memories, and nostalgia. The older you get the more you long for the simpler days of Christmas morning excitement, gathering with family and friends, to sing familiar ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Chronos: James #2 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022
     | 1,023 views

    Temptation is part of life and resistance is possible in the belief of God’s goodness and love for all who call Him Lord.

    Last week, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Only Mediator

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 13, 2025
     | 283 views

    For Proper 20 After Pentecost, Year C

    The Only Mediator 1 Timothy 2:1–7 NKJV Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How Did I End Up Here? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,039 views

    Explore the story of Jonah to understand how God intervenes in our lives with His love and grace, even when we try to run away from our calling.

    Good morning, family of faith! Today we're diving into the ocean of God's infinite wisdom and mercy, using the story of Jonah as our guide. In the words of the late Christian author, Timothy Keller, "God always gives you what you would have asked for if you knew everything that He knows." Our ...read more

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    Like A Flood PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,198 views

    Explores how God's Spirit fortifies our faith, guiding us through adversities and towards redemption when we turn from our transgressions.

    Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather together in fellowship, to share in the warmth of God's love, and to delve into the richness of His Word. As we gather today, let's find comfort in the knowledge that we are not alone in our struggles, for God is with us, ready to guide us through ...read more

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    The Depths Of God's Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,012 views

    This sermon explores the significance of baptism, the wilderness experience, and the blessings we receive through faith in Christ, emphasizing our great need for Him. Mark & 1 Peter

    Good morning, beloved family. As we gather here today, we are united by the same Spirit, the same faith, and the same hope. We are here to celebrate the goodness of our God, to seek His face, and to learn from His Word. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds towards the profound beauty of ...read more

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    Run Your Own Race PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,433 views

    Explores the Christian journey, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, individual purpose, and handling distractions in the race set by God.

    Good morning, beloved family. It's a joyous day to gather together in the house of our Lord. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us has a place, a purpose, a mission, a race that has been set before us by our gracious God. And today, we are going to unwrap the beauty of ...read more

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    Acts Of The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 599 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, God's providence in persecution, and the fulfillment of His promises and prophecies, as illustrated in Acts 4:23-31.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. As we gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared faith and love for our Lord, let us prepare our hearts to receive the Word. We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment, called together to delve into the profound depths of the ...read more

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    Don't Conform To The World - Throw Out The Darnel

    Contributed by Kevin Heath on Sep 3, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,588 views

    False teachings and doctrines are flourishing at the moment, teachers need to respond.

    All of us, as Christians, have been greatly blessed. We have been given a gift that has given us strength, courage, kindness, joy and life. We have been set apart from those who are still constantly searching for things to fill their life with. So many people are looking at material wealth, drinks ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    My "Other" Life

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 166 ratings
     | 21,700 views

    Our culture of blame influences how we look at others, but the Lord says examine your own heart first.

    My “Other” Life TCF Sermon February 7, 1999 A lawyer in San Diego filed a lawsuit against the city because, during a rock concert at a city facility, he was "forced" (that’s the word the news item used) to use the women’s restroom. GET THIS: he also sued the company that SOLD HIM THE BEER! ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational