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  • Robert Butler avatar

    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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    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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    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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    Don't Miss Your Sign! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 30, 2021
     | 3,355 views

    Unknown? Overlooked? Talented? Gifted? Able? Yes!! It is time to quit riding the pine, get off the sidelines, quit being a benchwarmer and get in the game!

    Bench Warmers Pt. 4 - Don't Miss Your Sign I. Introduction If you are a baseball fan, then you know that coaches use a variety of hand signals and gestures that catchers use to communicate with their pitcher about the pitch they want them to throw. There is also a long-standing tradition of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In Our Own Sight: Aura, Listen

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 9, 2021
     | 1,670 views

    We have a lost art in our homes and churches, seems few are listening. Communication is more than talking all the time. We have frozen communication lines because few are listening. Swift to hear. Slow to speak.

    IN OUR OWN SIGHT: THE PORTAL OF THE EARS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com James 1:19 Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: GUARD THE LOINS OF THE MIND…. HAVE YOU EVER TRIED TO GET PEOPLE TO UNLEARN IMMATURITY? SEEMS THERE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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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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    You Have Reached Your Destination Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 5, 2025
     | 148 views

    God makes us promises, but He never tells us it’s going to be easy, just that He will be with us every step along the way.

    YOU HAVE REACHED YOUR DESTINATION Text: Acts 28:11-16 Introduction 1. “God’s promises are not always fulfilled as quickly as or in the way we might hope; they come according to His timing and in His ways.”— Dieter F. Uchtdorf 2. Jesus had promised Paul that he would make it to Rome where he would ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Only Mediator

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 13, 2025
     | 281 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
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     | 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
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     | 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
     | 1,432 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
     | 598 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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    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

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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