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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Great Pillars Of Society: Morality & Religion

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021
     | 2,019 views

    There is something missing from our republic. It's something obvious, something vital. It brings light to the mind and thoughts of glory into action. Yet it's missing. It's gone somewhere; but where has it gone?

    "The great pillars of all government and of social life are virtue, morality, and religion. This is the armor... and this alone, that renders us invincible." -Patrick Henry, Letter to Archibald Blair, January 8 1799 There is something missing from our republic. It's something ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    John Series Part 16 The Revelation Of Jesus, The New Master John 3:22-36 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022
     | 1,928 views

    This passage does one thing—it points to Jesus Christ as the New Master, the One whom God has set before man as the only Master worthy of serving.

    John Series Part 16 THE REVELATION OF JESUS, THE NEW MASTER John 3 22 36 (3:22–36) Introduction: this passage does one thing—it points to Jesus Christ as the New Master, the One whom God has set before man as the only Master worthy of serving. 1. The setting for the revelation (vv.22–26). 2. Answer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stirred Up Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 28, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,102 views

    If you want all that Jesus has for you, recognize that He is God and trust Him with your life.

    Pastor Tullian Tchividjian talks about losing his car keys at least twice a year. He’s late for a meeting or an appointment and can’t find his car keys. Does that ever happen to you? I know it happens to me far more times than I care to admit. He’s certain that either his wife or one of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Jesus Restores Peter

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 30, 2023
     | 3,026 views

    This message explores Peter's transformative experience of being completely restored after his full-throated denials of Jesus.

    Jesus and His Restoration of Peter - Sermon for April 30 We have been looking at some of the events surrounding the immediate aftermath of the resurrection. Of course we know that the resurrection has had a massive impact on the entire world over the last 2000 years. It is the central event in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Sleepwalking Allowed Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Nov 28, 2023
     | 1,165 views

    Sleepwalking is a dangerous practice, because those who practice it are unconscious, unaware of the dangers around them. In the same way, spiritual sleepwalking is dangerous, but moreso, because those who casually sleepwalk their way through life, expose themselves to deadly deceptions.

    Has anyone here ever been afflicted with somnambulism? Okay, does anyone even know what somnambulism is? Well, it's a technical term for sleepwalking. So, back to the original question--has anyone here ever had a sleepwalking experience? How did it go? Did anyone get hurt? The reason I ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Idolatry And Falsehoods

    Contributed by Dennis King on Feb 22, 2022
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     | 2,760 views

    Many of us associate idolatry as simply worshiping a false god. Would it surprise you to read that within the King James Bible and the New King James Bible the words “False Idol(s)” never appear together?

    Idolatry and Falsehoods Many of us associate idolatry as simply worshiping a false god. Would it surprise you to read that within the King James Bible and the New King James Bible the words “False Idol(s)” never appear together? Certainly, there are many verses concerning idols, graven images, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rise Of The Antichrist (Parts 1 & 2) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,418 views

    True believers will know the difference between the real gospel and an imposter. It is all rooted in biblical literacy.

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View These Messages at: Part 1: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/145299 Part 2: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/149278 1 And I saw a beast rising out of the sea, with ten horns and seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Living In Light Of His Return

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,153 views

    The closeness of Christ’s coming should cause us to walk closely with Him today.

    One night many years ago, when we lived in central Illinois, Beth had a meeting at church. As our daughters and I watched her get ready, we noticed she was leaving with two delicious desserts. When we couldn’t get her to give us some beforehand, we pleaded with her to bring some home after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Real Reality Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,838 views

    The story of God is all about the glory of God and the unfolding of the gospel.

    The Real Reality Acts 17:16-34 Rev. Brian Bill September 16-17, 2023 Special thanks to Abi Kongkousonh for using her gifts to depict the story of Creation along with the fall of Adam and Eve. Keep that image in mind as we go through the message. Are you aware we ran out of parking spaces during ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Luke 6:12-16 - Choosing Of The 12 Apostles

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 12, 2024
     | 1,741 views

    After a dedicated time of retreat and prayer, Jesus chooses 12 from among his followers to be his ambassadors. Although none of them seem qualified, time has proven out their faithfulness to the call.

    Some Sundays start out a little more hectic than others. Here I am, supposed to preach today, and I left my Bible at home. I was not off to a good start. Fortunately, my dear wife got it to me in time for the first service, but my brain has been a little mushy ever since. So, we're going to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Choices Matter Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 17, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 780 views

    Jesus concludes His sermon of the mount with 4 choices that we all are making.

    Your Choices Matter... A Lot, Like Eternally QUESTION... • Are you ready to dive into the living and active word of God this morning? • Are you going to approach His word today with that are minds ready to listen and with hearts that are ready to respond? • Do you believe that God’s word has the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Sign: Tongues Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 28, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,165 views

    After they were filled with the Holy Spirit, they “began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” These “other tongues” are not unknown tongues. There were many tongues spoken by Jews throughout the Roman Empire.

    June 20, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Sign: Tongues Scripture: Acts 2.4b-2.11 Acts 2.4b-2.11 (KJV) 4b and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. 5 And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Song Of Solomon - Chapter 7 – The Passion Of God Revealed Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 28, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,241 views

    The Bride is now ready to serve.

    V.7:1 How beautiful are your feet in sandals, O noble daughter! Your rounded thighs are like jewels, the work of a master hand. 2 Your navel is a rounded bowl that never lacks mixed wine. Your belly is a heap of wheat, encircled with lilies. 3 Your two breasts are like two fawns, twins of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Parenting That Works

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,264 views

    Parenting that works and transforms their immature children into mature Christian adults teach the three nonnegotiable laws of maturity. The three laws are the law of sowing and reaping, the law of respect, and the law of responsibility.

    Parenting that Works! Thesis: Parenting that works and transforms their immature children into mature Christian adults teach the three nonnegotiable laws of maturity. The three laws are the law of sowing and reaping, the law of respect, and the law of responsibility. Introduction: Parenting is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    Means Of Grace Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 3, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,888 views

    This is the clergy talk I do when serving as Weekend Spiritual Director for a Women’s Walk to Emmaus. With slight modification I also use it for a Men’s Emmaus Walk, and it can be adapted into two effective sermons your local Church.

    II Corinthians 12:9 Elisa Morgan, president of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) International, testifies: "I’m probably the least likely person to head a mothering organization. I grew up in a broken home. My parents were divorced when I was 5. My older sister, younger brother, and I were raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist