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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jun 25, 2023
     | 2,034 views

    “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.

    “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To Life

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 8, 2024
     | 716 views

    The resurrection tells us that life and all we have lived for isn’t without purpose and meaning and that it does not end at the grave.

    Luke 24:1-12 But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Is A Beach

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025
     | 353 views

    Jesus calls every disciple to daily self-denial and Spirit-empowered cross-bearing that ends not in loss but in resurrection life.

    (Losing to Gain) Part 1 – The Comfortable Illusion It sounds so inviting: Life is a beach. The phrase promises calm tides, soft sand, a life where the hardest choice is whether to nap or swim. We crave that ease. Sometimes we even remake God in that image—faith as a sunny getaway where problems ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Portrait Of Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 21, 2023
     | 1,649 views

    I want to take out my paint brush and try to sketch a portrait of the One I love. When someone has saved you from death & Hell, you don’t forget it. I want to speak of my dear Friend.

    PORTRAIT OF JESUS Rev. 1:12-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a city dwelling man & wife who decided to take a trip out into the country. They put up at night into a hotel room. 2. Early the next morning, the husband threw open the windows and took a deep breath. As his eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Cliffs Note Christmas Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023
     | 1,844 views

    When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky.

    When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky. That is how we think about the story. Details. Details. Details. However, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choosing Sides

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,066 views

    No matter who or what you are committed to, if Christ is not put first, all the other allegiances suffer as well.

    A few years ago, my sister played the female lead in a community theater production of a play called “Pack of Lies.” It was about a couple whose neighbors across the street were suspected of espionage; the British Secret Service asked their permission to establish a surveillance on them from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Isaac And Rebekah Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 14, 2024
     | 641 views

    Right from the start we know that Isaac and Rebekah are going to be in for a bumpy ride because “the babies jostled with each other in her womb.”

    November 16, 2024 Last week we concluded the story of Abraham and Sarah with a bridge that included the genealogies of 2 of the 3 branches of his family: the children of Keturah and the children of Ishmael. Today we begin with the “account of Abraham’s son, Isaac.” Isaac was 40 years old when ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Want To Be An Apostle

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 28, 2024
     | 563 views

    You do not know what you are asking for and it isn't pretty.

    When they started giving out stress cards to recruits in boot camp, I was a bit surprised. If I had gone to submit one of those cards to my TI he would have said, "Son, you're feeling stressed? I don't think you know what stress is." and would have made my life very stressful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thankful For His Love

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 23, 2025
     | 178 views

    Based on John 15:12-17 - Encourages hearers to remember that Jesus' love is the best reason for Thanksgiving.

    “THANKFUL FOR HIS LOVE” John 15:12-17 FBCF – 11/23/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sitting on back porch the other night & glanced down. Saw that 3 of my bracelets had lined up like this on my arm (pic). Hit me: Just as these bracelets encircle & surround my arm, I’m so thankful that I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Christ Shall Appear

    Contributed by Grady Henley on Jan 12, 2026
     | 117 views

    Col. 3:4 When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.

    WHEN CHRIST SHALL APPEAR: Col. 3:4 When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory. Do you believe the post trib camp understands that Paul said NOTHING about 'Christ coming!" He said: When Christ, who is our life, shall appear' Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Savior Who Heals Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 6, 2026
     | 775 views

    John is careful to remind us: these are not just random miracles, they are signs—works that point beyond themselves to who Jesus is.

    A Savior Who Heals  John 4:46–54 Introduction The first half of John’s Gospel offers seven signs to provoke belief. The first sign was when he turned water to wine at Cana. Today’s text takes us back to Cana for the second sign. John is careful to remind us: these are not just random ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Healing Of The Man At The Pool PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,776 views

    To explore the transformative power of Jesus, both in physical healing and spiritual transformation.

    Good morning, church! I hope you're all feeling blessed and highly favored. Today, we're going to delve into a remarkable passage from the Book of John - chapter 5, verses 1 to 15. This story is a powerful illustration of not only the healing power of Jesus, but also His ability to transform our ...read more

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    I Am The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,624 views

    Explore and understand the characteristics, commitment, and sacrifice of Jesus as our Good Shepherd, who lovingly cares for us and laid down His life for our salvation.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore one of the most beautiful and comforting images of Jesus found in the Scriptures - The Good Shepherd. In John 10:11, Jesus says, "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." This simple statement reveals so ...read more

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    Bold Talk PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024
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     | 1,179 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to be warriors for Christ, boldly professing their faith and bravely bearing witness, as guided by Mark 8:27-38.

    Welcome, beloved congregation, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. It's a joyous occasion to gather together, to share in the warmth of our community, to uplift each other in prayer, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. Today, we shall immerse ourselves in a profound passage ...read more

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    Out On A Limb PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
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     | 1,077 views

    This sermon explores overcoming obstacles to seek Jesus, willingly encountering Him, and experiencing transformation through faith, using the story of Zacchaeus as an example.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to learn from His Holy Word. As we open our hearts and minds to His divine wisdom today, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon, who once ...read more

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