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  • John Williams III avatar

    God's Purpose (Father's Day 2018)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 21, 2021
     | 1,897 views

    The father and son (Tug McGraw and Tim McGraw—- withheld till the end like Paul Harvey’s style) that I speak of this morning are both famous. Though they were separated for many years, it is more than obvious that God’s “purpose” was at work in bringing them together.

    GOD’S PURPOSE Text: Romans 8:28 Our church secretary Paula (at Indian Field UMC) often shares insightful thoughts for the day that come from a daily calendar she has. The one that she shared from May 11, 2018 fits very well with the message for today. It reads… “God’s purpose is greater ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Graduation 2021

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 15, 2021
     | 10,280 views

    A sermon celebrating and admonishing our graduates. This is a sermon modified from a sermon by Dan Borchert accessed at: https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/graduation-2003-dan-borchert-sermon-on-discipleship-64020

    Graduation Celebration 2021! 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-3 How Do I Make It In This World? Introduction Everyone is trying to make it in this world. Some people will go to considerable lengths attempting to find success. An athlete might try taking steroids or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blessed Is The One PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
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    This sermon explores Jesus as the Jubilant King, emphasizing His divine right to kingship and the joyful recognition of His authority by the people of Judah.

    Good morning, dear family of God. There is a palpable sense of warmth and unity in the air today, isn't there? We are gathered here not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to break bread, share fellowship, and immerse ...read more

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    The Gift Of Eternal Perspective PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 25, 2023
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     | 1,011 views

    This sermon encourages reframing New Year's resolutions as ongoing intentions to deepen our relationship with God, prioritizing spiritual growth over worldly achievements. Key

    Greetings, dear friends. It is wonderful to gather together in the spirit of unity and love to delve into the rich treasure trove of God's Word. We are about to embark on a transformative exploration of Luke 2:22-40, a passage that will call us to reframe our resolutions as intentions, to ...read more

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    When David Almost Became Saul

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 20, 2024
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    David allowed the same spirit of revenge that was on Saul to influence him into murdering all the men of Nabal’s house. God sent Abigail to save him from ruining his character. May God give us such friends! who'll save us from doing wrong!

    WHEN DAVID ALMOST BECAME SAUL 1 Samuel 25:13-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A boy refused to take a bath. His mother insisted. He still objected. His mother asked, “Why do you think you shouldn’t?” 2. He replied, “My Sunday school teacher said we shouldn’t do anything in private we wouldn’t do ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Nilikha Upang Maging Mga Banal: Isang Personal Na Paglalakbay

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 25, 2024
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     | 690 views

    Ang mga santo ay hindi lamang mga pigura sa mga stained glass na bintana; sila ang aming mga cheerleader, na umuugat para sa amin habang kami ay nag-navigate sa nakatutuwang bagay na ito na tinatawag na buhay.

    Nilikha upang Maging mga Banal: Isang Personal na Paglalakbay Intro: Ang mga santo ay hindi lamang mga pigura sa mga stained glass na bintana; sila ang aming mga cheerleader, na umuugat para sa amin habang kami ay nag-navigate sa nakatutuwang bagay na ito na tinatawag na buhay. Banal na ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Nothing Left But God

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 17, 2024
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     | 2,601 views

    A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk.

    Nothing Left But God. 2 Chronicles 20. A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk. He then told of a despairing man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Chronos: James #6 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022
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     | 1,766 views

    Being a Christ follower requires having control of body, mind and spirit as we encounter the world as witnesses and co labors in bringing a little heaven to earth.

    A few weeks ago, 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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    Between Yesterday And Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 27, 2022
     | 1,521 views

    Paul explains why he can't come to rome just yet.

    As Paul says, the good news - the gospel - was promised a long time ago. The first hint that God would defeat evil one day comes - according to many scholars - right there in the beginning, in the third chapter of Genesis. I’m a little dubious about that interpretation, myself, but certainly by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Waiting On The Lord

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025
     | 189 views

    God’s delays are deliberate designs, revealing His glory, deepening our trust, and assuring that His perfect plan unfolds exactly when it should.

    1. The Strange Stillness of God Our journey, today, begins in Bethany: (John 11:1-6) > “Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha… So the sisters sent to Him, saying, ‘Lord, behold, he whom You love is sick.’ But when Jesus heard it He said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    From Moriah To Calvary

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 18, 2025
     | 120 views

    When love and obedience collide, faith walks on — discovering the God who provides, redeems, and loves us more than we understand.

    Introduction – The Journey Between Two Mountains Two mountains stand across the pages of Scripture like bookends of a single story — Mount Moriah and Mount Calvary. On one, a father walks with his son, wood on his back, heart in his throat, and faith on the line. On the other, another Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    To See Thy Face

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 25, 2025
     | 105 views

    Creation will be restored; sin and death ended. God brings humanity home forever. We will see His face and live with Him.

    (The Long Road Home) Home. It’s the one word that can make grown adults swallow hard and stare off into the distance like they just remembered something important. Ask people what they want most in life and beneath all the surface answers—success, health, stability, love—you usually find a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Midnight Oil

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 157 views

    Jesus is coming soon. Prepare daily, own your faith, and don’t delay. Midnight is coming, but grace is here now.

    Picture the scene Jesus paints. Night has settled in. A moon is rising lazy and late. Shadows stretch across the village road. Somewhere nearby, a bride waits with trembling excitement. Her friends surround her with music and laughter and nervous energy. They do not know when the moment will ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Are We There Yet? Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 2, 2015
     | 8,719 views

    The Story Chapter 6

    Are We There Yet? Wanderings The Story – Chapter Six Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rn6N1kuZ_o Are we there yet? QUESTION… Anyone ever heard those words on a road trip? Anyone ever said those words on a road trip? I REMEMBER – taking road trips as a kid. And they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wilderness Season Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 9, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,219 views

    Psalms 13:1-2 " How long, O Lord, will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

    Psalm 13 captures David’s deep despondency and his struggle with God’s silence during a challenging period in the wilderness. This heartfelt lament reflects a profound sense of abandonment and a desperate plea for God’s intervention. David openly questions how long God will hide His face and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God