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  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    Then Were The Disciples Glad When They Saw The Lord Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2025
     | 137 views

    True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, or abstract doctrine—it is rooted in a personal, present encounter with the risen Christ. Joy begins then—when we see Him.

    “Then Were the Disciples Glad When They Saw the Lord” (John 20:20; Based on Chapter 2 of Vance Havner’s The Secret of Christian Joy) Key Text: John 20:20 – “Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord.” Thesis: True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trinity Sunday - Embracing The Mystery: Understanding The Trinity Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,526 views

    The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of our Christian faith. It may be challenging to fully grasp, but it is essential for us to understand and appreciate the nature of God and His work in our lives.

    Embracing the Mystery: Understanding the Trinity Introduction: Today, we gather to celebrate Trinity Sunday, a day dedicated to contemplating the mystery and majesty of our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hell: The Literal View Vs. Non-Literal Views

    Contributed by Donn Heinrich on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,724 views

    This sermon is based on a study of several books by authors who hold to a variety of views on the doctrine of Hell. Please note that the format of this website does not enable me to include footnotes where they were originally placed in the sermon. Howe

    In contemporary Christianity, many questions have arisen as to the reality of hell. While the Bible teaches a literal view of an eternal hell, there has been a widespread embrace of anything but a literal view. There has been much speculation about what the Bible actually teaches about nature and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Solemn Plea To Rome Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 19, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,714 views

    To herald Paul’s solemn plea and message to the church in Rome, to mark and turn away from those who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine they had heard, learned, believed, and obeyed according to “The faith, once delivered to the saints.”

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Causes Divisions and Offenses 2. Serves not the Lord Jesus Christ 3. Deceives the Hearts of the Simple Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will present the message: “Paul’s Solemn Plea To Rome.” This was an urgent and solemn plea from the beloved apostle Paul to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Coz von avatar

    Matin Luther The Father Of The Reformation Series

    Contributed by Coz Von on Oct 24, 2017
     | 7,150 views

    Marin luther, with a warped sense of scripture became the Father of the reformation.

    artin Luther was a tortured soul, if ever there was one. He grew up with a warped understanding of God as harsh and severe. And becoming an Augustinian monk only made matters worse. He followed all the rules of the Catholic Church with diligence: praying, going on pilgrimages, attending mass, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Can A Christian Walk Away From Their Salvation Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 15, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,898 views

    In this series I will answer the question "Can a Christian walk away from their salvation." In this message we will examine four Scriptures that are often referenced for those teaching the doctrine "once saved, always saved."

    Can Christians Walk Away From Their Salvation? Part 1 Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5; Rom. 8:35-39; John 10:27-29; Eph. 1:13-14 Romans 6:23 says, “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” If the Word of God says “the wages of sin is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pleasing God - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 16, 2017
     | 7,663 views

    In Pleasing God Part 1 we discussed four things that please God. Today we will talk about 2 more things that please the Lord. May we ever live to bring Him joy!

    INTRODUCTION • Last week we talked about 4 things that please God 1. Reading our Bible 2. Obeying our Bible 3. Giving to Missions 4. Living Holy • Today we are going to talk about 2 more things that please God. 1. Prayer 2. Faith I. ISAIAH 56:7 FOR MY HOUSE SHALL BE CALLED A HOUSE OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    Man's Relationship With The Environment

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,849 views

    There is alot of discussion, today, about Man’s proper relationship to the environment. This is a study of some truths found in God’s Word that might help us formulate a godly viewpoint on Man’s relationship to Nature.

    Man and Nature Since the 1960s, there has been a lot of controversy as to Man’s relationship to the environment and nature. There has grown a movement that seeks to place the value of the environment above the needs of Man. This is a reaction on the part of some to those who exploit the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Is The Greatest?

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 20,471 views

    This is a message on what it takes to be "The Greatest" in God’s Kingdom. It discusses the role of a "Servant Leader" and seeks to explore specifics about being "great" in the Kingdom of God.

    Who is the Greatest? Illustration: Muhammad Ali today is called the greatest. But it hasn’t always been that way. He became the greatest in the eyes of the world over the last 40 years. Muhammad Ali used to “float like a butterfly” and “sting like a bee”. He dazzled crowds with his amazing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Storms Are Inevitable

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 71 ratings
     | 36,634 views

    This message briefly traces the beginning of Jesus’ ministry, discusses his command to cross over to the other side and relates the storm and the disciples concerns to today’s life.

    Scripture Reading: “Mark 4:35-41 Message: “Storms Are Inevitable” Text: “And a great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that it was already filling” (v. 37). Introduction: What kind of boat do you visualize in this scripture? Do you picture a large ocean liner type of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Kenneth Anthony avatar

    Final Advice

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Dec 31, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,125 views

    St. Paul offers Timothy some final advice before his earthly departure. Christian consistency, the ability to endure hardship, mission, and heavenly reward are discussed.

    Final Advice ILLUSTRATION: A man was on the practice golf course when the club pro brought another man out for a lesson. The pro watched the fellow swing several times and started making suggestions for improvement, but each time the pupil interrupted with his own version of what was wrong and ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Brian Yeager avatar

    3 Questions Asked In The Bible Still Asked Today

    Contributed by Brian Yeager on Mar 1, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,473 views

    Who is Jesus, what must I do to be saved, and what lack I yet are three Bible questions discussed in this sermon outline that are stil be asked today.

    Three Questions Asked in the Bible Still Asked Today Introduction: The statement that there is nothing new under the sun is certainly applicable to questions asked in the Bible. Since we are still governed by the Law of Christ [the New Testament] (Hebrews 1:1-2 and Matthew 24:35), we can learn a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Skinner avatar

    What Do You Want For Christmas

    Contributed by Jeff Skinner on Dec 4, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 14,041 views

    What do you want for christmas? That is a topic that will be discussed many times in the next few weeks. The question we should be asking is what do you need?

    As people are coming I want I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas playing with images on the screen and words. What do you want for Christmas? That is a question that parents across America are asking children during this season. Santa’s across every mall in America have children standing in line ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • David Henderson avatar

    Give Till It Feels Good Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 7, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,771 views

    This message discusses giving as one of the seven motivational spiritual gifts found in the Bible. This is a part of a series titled If we are the Body asnd was inspired by the song by Casting Crowns.

    “Give Till it Feels Good” Romans 12:8 We have been talking about what it means to be a part of the Body of Christ....what it means to be connected. Last week we began looking at spiritual gifts. Let me remind you that there are 7 of what I am calling motivational spiritual gifts. These gifts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    How To Keep Your Healing Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 29, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 9,038 views

    This sermon emphasizes thoughts on how to keep your healing after you have been prayed for. It discusses reasons why people often lose the healing.

    May, 2007 How to Keep Your Healing I Timothy 6:12-21 INTRODUCTION: Many times people are prayed for over and over for the same need and do not seem to be able to come into complete healing. What is happening? Symptoms will often come back, and we need to know what to do about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist