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  • Jaeyoun Chang avatar

    The Birth Of John The Baptist

    Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Dec 11, 2025
     | 106 views

    When Mary visited Elizabeth and greeted her, Elizabeth was six months pregnant. Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then she returned home (v. 56). Perhaps she returned to Nazareth in Galilee before Elizabeth gave birth to her baby.

    I. Birth and naming of John (vv. 57~65) Finally, when Elizabeth’s days to give birth were fulfilled, she gave birth to a son (v. 57). At that time, many neighbors and relatives heard it and rejoiced together (v. 58). Jews circumcise their sons eight days after birth, and at that time, relatives ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Veteran Of Holiness?

    Contributed by Bob Phillips on May 16, 2014
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     | 4,471 views

    To be a top Soldier in the Army of the Lord, one cannot often be AWOL from formation. Excessive absenteeism from Church leads to a weak line of defense against the battles of everyday life in the ungodly environment we face in this world.

    Have you been in any battles lately? Did you win, or were you put down? Sometimes it seems that our daily walk with the Lord is definitely a form of warfare. In your biggest battle, were you about ready to surrender and give it up? Some folks do. Some give up without a fight, some give up after a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wonder Of It All Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,090 views

    Paul looked at the history of Israel and whre others saw no meaning he saw God at work. He knew God had called Israel and that call still held Though a mystery, God's call is effectual.

    “Between the Lines: The Wonder of It All” Romans 11:25-36 A man was determined to read the entire New York City telephone directory – every name and every number. When he was about half way through someone asked him how it was going. He responded, “There’s a whale of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Thorns And Roses And Eternal Happiness

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 10, 2024
     | 503 views

    Whenever we realize that all is not roses, that thorns come along with every life, we have to deal with our duty toward God.

    Friday of the Fourteenth Sunday in course 2024 At some point in every person’s life, there comes a realization that all is not well with that life. It may have to do with a really terrible family argument or tragedy. Sometimes it waits around until sexual awakening, and the confusing feelings that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    No Exceptions

    Contributed by Bobby Hawk on Mar 13, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,622 views

    God has called each of us to live a life with no exceptions. This is an expository sermon about the exception in David’s life found in 2 Samuel 11.

    “No Exceptions” 1 Kings 15:5 & 2 Samuel 11:1-27 What will you be remembered for? Will people consider you a man or woman of God? Will people remember you as an effective minister of the gospel? After all is said and done, what will people remember about your life and ministry? The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unity In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,763 views

    It should be the desire of every Christian to work towards unity.

    Unity In Christ Text: Eph. 4:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: A farmer noticed a highway department truck pulling over on to the shoulder of the road. A man got out and dug a hole, then got back into the truck. Then the other occupant got out, filled up the hole and got back in the truck. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pathway To Ministry Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 20, 2012
     | 5,474 views

    It is always wise to seek wise counsel when stepping out into ministry.

    Pathway To Ministry Text: Gal. 2:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: A well-known Christian businessman who was visiting a church was asked to give his testimony. He said, "I have a fine family, a large house, a successful business, and a good reputation. I have plenty of money so I can support some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    One Step Toward Jesus

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 26, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,886 views

    A sermon examining the call from Jesus and our response to His invitation to salvation.

    One Step Towards Jesus Luke 19:1-10 Last week I was privileged to visit with a pastor/mentor/ friend of mine. In his sermon he shared a detailed account of his conversion experience. He mentioned that on the day he was saved, during the invitation, he gripped the back of the pew in front of him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Up Is Down: Serve One Another Series

    Contributed by Dan Raymond on Mar 7, 2016
     | 11,588 views

    However, for many people, serving doesn't conjure up a positive image. Instead, they think of endless menial chores, cleaning up other people's messes, and catering to their vain whims. Yet the New Testament calls us to become servants of one another.

    What do you think of when you hear the word serve? No, I don't mean the opening hit of the racket in a tennis match. I'm not even talking about your waiter or waitress at Shiela’s. I mean what does a servant look like? What picture comes to mind? It's possible that you have a positive image. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Altar A Place Of Preparation

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,096 views

    Religious duties often find us prepared for the outter altar more than the inner altar. The is a place to prepare our hearts to know God.

    THE ALTAR A PLACE OF PREPARATION... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com... I. EMPTY IS DANGEROUS... IN A PREVIOUS LESSON WE LEARNED: IT IS WISE TO NOT APPROACH THE MAN OF GOD OR THE ALTAR OF GOD EMPTY... 1 Samuel 9:6 And he said unto him, Behold now, there is in this city a man of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unusaual Places That God Can Take You Series

    Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 4, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,681 views

    Life can take you to different places and there is a divine hand behind it and our duty is to find that purpose and see the fulfillment of His will in our life

    Unusual places where God can take you. 1 1 Samuel 17:17,18 (AMP) 17 And Jesse said to David his son, Take for your brothers an ephah of this parched grain and these ten loaves and carry them quickly to your brothers at the camp. 18 Also take these ten cheeses to the commander of their thousand. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Worthy Walk Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,015 views

    Paul moves from doctrine to duty. Here is a challenge (command) to practical Christian living. It is putting our faith into action. It is turning beliefs into behavior.

    The Worthy Walk Ephesians 4:1-7 Introduction: Paul moves from doctrine to duty. Here is a challenge (command) to practical Christian living. It is putting our faith into action. It is turning beliefs into behavior. The word “calling” is vocation. It does not mean job but to walk the “Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deadwood

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 7, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,756 views

    What have you substituted in your life in exchange for God’s power? Is it rituals? Family activities, Spiritual mountaintop memories? Church duties?

    I visited one of our members in the nursing home. He told me that he didn’t have long to live because of his diagnosis of cancer. So I inquired of his wisdom so I could perhaps glean some jewels of knowledge to help me along my life journey. One question that I asked him, was “What one thing would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Jump For Joy Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 20, 2013
     | 5,108 views

    Many have the view of the Christian life as boring, lifeless, full of duty, ritual, and restriction.yet the picture painted in Scripture is radically opposite of this view.

    “Guidelines for Christmas: Jump for Joy” Is. 35; Lk. 1:11-25 The Sunday School class for 7 year olds was barely underway when one little boy suddenly exclaimed to the teacher, “Can we hurry up? This is boring!” Immediately the little girl to his left gave him a sharp ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Persevering In Faith: Don’t Give Up! Galatians 6:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 19, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,921 views

    Perseverance. If we’re honest, we’ve all experienced moments when we’ve been tempted to give up, when doing good feels like an uphill battle. But God calls us to endure, and He promises that our perseverance will be rewarded.

    Persevering in Faith: Don’t Give Up! Galatians 6:9 “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.” Introduction: The Challenge of Perseverance Today we’re going to explore a powerful message from the apostle Paul that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal