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  • Peter Ceccardi avatar

    Facing Persecution With Deepening Faith Series

    Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,462 views

    So, as we prepare for the possibility of persecution, let's not underestimate the challenges that believers face in today's society.

    Preparing for Persecution Friends, I want to share something personal with you today, something that's been weighing heavily on my heart. You see, I'm faced with a dilemma—a real moral quandary that's testing the very core of my faith. It's about my gym membership, of all things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church As An Icu Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 6, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,025 views

    Jesus came to heal those sick with sin. That means the church is meant to be a hospital for those weighed down with guilt. But what can a church do better heal those lost in their shame?

    A Russian soldier was wounded and was ordered to go to military hospital for treatment. When he arrived he found two doors: One was marked, ‘For the slightly wounded,’ and the other, ‘For the seriously wounded’. Well, he wasn’t seriously wounded so he entered through the first door and found ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship - Satisfy Yourself Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 4,162 views

    You had enjoyed food and friendships and being productive and investments and vacations and hobbies and reading and shopping and sports and TV and travel … but not God.

    Today, we launch a new series, Seven Practices of a Healthy Christian. This series fits nicely after talking through Creed for the summer. First, we discussed our creed and now our deeds. Beliefs always precede our behavior. You can find today’s sermon notes on YouVersion and go to “Live event.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Grow Through Suffering Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,730 views

    Peter tells us there is no need to fear suffering for it is the path to blessing. It’s was that way for Jesus and He has appointed this the path for every believer.

    Zeus ordered the creation of a new goddess because of his sheer boredom. According to In Greek mythology, Zeus had run out of other goddess to seduce, so he had Pandora created. Pandora was given a mysterious box and was told that whatever she did, she was not to open this box. She resisted the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Changes How We React To Our World Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Apr 25, 2025
     | 742 views

    Faith that sits still is not the faith Christ calls us. Transformative faith changes how we react to the world around us. True faith wakes us up, renews our minds, and shines as a light for others to see Christ in us.

    ### **INTRO: Faith That Moves or Faith That Sits?** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper ### **Opening Illustration: Asleep in the Pews** Drawn from: https://www.preachingtoday.com/sermons/sermons/2017/february/sloth-seriously.html Sloth? Seriously? Brian Wilkerson Imagine sitting in church week after ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In The Holy Spirit”

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 4, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,185 views

    This begins our last series in our vision and deals with the process of taking discipleship to the next level. Here we’ll explore how to live in the fullness of the Holy Spirit based on Paul’s benediction to the Corinthian Church and our communion with the Holy Spirit.

     Elevate to the Next Level “Living In the Holy Spirit” View on our Webpage: https://www.mesquitelivingwaters.com/past-live-streams/ Or YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2lgQAdZtdY Today, we’re beginning the last series of our vision we started out on in 2024. And in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Faith Transforms Who We Are Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on May 12, 2025
     | 555 views

    Faith is not about having the right answers or a spotless record—it is about seeking God, surrendering to His work in us, and walking faithfully each day. Transformation is not instant, but it is inevitable when Christ truly lives in us.

    ### **INTRODUCTION: A Faith That Shapes Us Deeply** Video Ill.: Sermon bumper 3 ****Mother’s Day Moment (Briefly Acknowledged)** Today is a special day in our country, where we pause to honor and appreciate the women in our lives—mothers, grandmothers, spiritual mothers—whose faith has shaped us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is Deborah The Foundation For Female Leadership In The Church?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 12, 2021
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,750 views

    The story of Deborah is often used to encourage women to seek leadership and teaching roles in the church.

    The Bible proclaims that every male and female human being has intrinsic and equal worth and is a reflection of God because they are made in His image. Those who say that the Bible portrays women as subservient to men have never read the Bible or don't know anything about it; otherwise, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Scenes In A Fateful Night

    Contributed by Gregory Fisher on May 19, 2021
     | 2,077 views

    Everyone knows about the angel's visitation to Mary. What about Joseph? Where are the "Joseph Did You Know?" Christmas songs? What were the emotions that Joseph faced when he found Mary pregnant?

    Introduction: *Dave Berry—an American Humorist—tells us his favorite Christmas memories as a child was the annual Nativity Pageant at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church "Shepherd was my favorite role because you got to carry a stick. . . Many were the happy rehearsal hours we shepherds ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Limits Of Tolerance

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 4,068 views

    There’s been a shift in American thought over the past several decades. America historically stood for the right to express any opinion. Where we used to believe that you should tolerate my views even when they were false but now, we believe it is wrong to call anybody’s views’ false.

    Find the book of Jude with me. There are books in your Bible and there are letters in your Bible, but you could probably think of Jude more like a postcard. There’s been a shift in American thought over the past several decades. America historically stood for the right to express any opinion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heroes Of The Bible: Jacob Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,857 views

    The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Jacob. (Aliterated Outline, PowerPoint)

    Heroes of the Bible: Jacob Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/25/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying my book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Self-Esteem Or God Esteem - Lesson 5 / Conclusion - Your New Identity Found In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,138 views

    IV. YOUR NEW IDENTITY FOUND IN JESUS A. The Law Of Life B. Christians Under Construction VII. CONCLUSION AND REVIEW

    When we teach the subject of the Christian life, we offer the content of the life of Christ dwelling within us by the Holy Spirit. Any of the principles that I have been sharing with you regarding setting your mind on the things of Jesus, confessing His Word, and stirring up praise and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fundamentals Of The Faith - Week 5 - Titles And Possessions Of The Born-Again Christian Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 15, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,080 views

    THE TITLES AND POSSESSIONS OF THE BORN-AGAIN CHRISTIAN

    A. A Christian. 1. Acts 11:26 "and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So for a whole year Barnabas and Saul met with the church and taught great numbers of people. The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch." a. This was a title first used by pagan gentiles in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With The Demonic - Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,694 views

    What The Enemy Can’t Do To A Born-Again Christian

    A great debate has taken place in recent years within Christianity as to whether or not a genuine born-again Christian can be demon-possessed. Some claim that, while the spirit of a Christian could not be possessed by a demon, their body could house a demon. 1. The issue revolves primarily around ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Final Warning From The Apostle

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 27, 2022
     | 1,739 views

    Third part in a series on Jude.

    Title: “A Final Warning from Jude” Scripture: Jude 1:17-25 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 8-28-2022 Intro: Abraham Piper is the apostate son of retired pastor and author John Piper. The younger Piper has made $$millions in mocking Christianity on TikTok and other social media platforms. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible