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  • David DeWitt avatar

    A Heavenly Longing

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
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    This is a funeral message for a church member who passed away

    A Heavenly Longing 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Funeral Service for Minnie Guillerman Opening The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The End Is Near

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 24, 2015
     | 3,574 views

    Our work is to win lost souls for Christ. We are to do this by spreading the Good News of the Gospel. We can do this work just by talking to our friends.

    Do you ever get the feeling that time is passing by quickly? Do you ever feel that you have too much to do and not enough time to do it? If so, then you can probably appreciate the sense of urgency that Paul has in the reading from 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, which we heard earlier in today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Healing Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,197 views

    Heaven is the place of ultimate healing

    The Healing of Heaven Revelation 21:1-4, 1 Corinthians 15:50-54, 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 May 8, 2011 Morning Service Introduction Happy Mother’s Day We are in the middle of a series of messages on the subject of Heaven. Heaven is a place of sacrifice because Jesus gave Himself for us. Heaven ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Follow Me"

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 4, 2010
     | 3,684 views

    It’s simple,really. Jesus calls us to follow Him. Let’s see what that means.

    Passage: Matthew 8:18-22 Intro: As a kid growing up in the church, there were certain songs that seemed dishonest for me to sing. Here was one: 1) “Earthly pleasures vainly call me, I would be like Jesus. Nothing worldly shall enthrall me, I would be like Jesus. Be like Jesus, this my song, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Balanced Life Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 12, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,101 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

    Series: Light And Life [#4] A BALANCED LIFE John 2:1-11 Introduction: Isn’t it amazing how God works? I had been preparing a sermon about the dangers of tradition versus truth. I was going to tell each of you how the Bible doesn’t forbid drinking alcohol and says to not get drunk. I was going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Know It All Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 14, 2019
     | 3,860 views

    God wants my neighbor (and me) to know all of the will of God and to know HIM.

    1. You may remember the story of Franklin Roosevelt, who often endured long receiving lines at the White House. He complained that no one really paid any attention to what was said. One day, during a reception, he decided to try an experiment. To each person who passed down the line and shook his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral Sermon: Eternity Beyond The Grave Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025
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    Death, for the believer, is not the end, but a new beginning in the presence of God.

    Funeral Sermon: ETERNITY BEYOND THE GRAVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 23:42-43 (KJV) And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise. INTRODUCTION: Death is an ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord (Funeral Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 333 views

    Though death may appear as the end of life, for the believer, it is simply a transition from the temporary to the eternal.

    TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 5:8 (KJV) We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. INTRODUCTION: Death is often seen as an end, but for the Christian, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joy

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 12, 2013
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    TRUE JOY IS TRUE FELLOWSHIP

    JOY INTRODUCTION: RELIGIOUS WRITER, BROOK, REMINDS US “IN THE SPIRITUAL HARVEST, THE SOWER AND THE REAPER REJOICE TOGETHER”. TRUE JOY IS A REALITY FOR EVERY BELIEVER. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: READ 1 JOHN 1: 4 THE APOSTLE JOHN EXPLAINED THAT FELLOWSHIP IS DEEPER THAN A SIMPLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Let God Be God In Our Lives.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 3, 2002
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     | 4,804 views

    May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Acts 1:1-11 Title: “Let God be God in our lives.” Color: White

    May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Acts 1:1-11 Title: “Let God be God in our lives.” Color: White Luke is the author of both the Gospel according to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, the only evangelist to write a two-volume work. He delineates three periods of salvation history: 1) the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Father Of All Fatherhood

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 14, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    God is not called Father because he reminds us of dear old Dad. Exactly the opposite is true. The Father of our Lord Jesus Christ is the one from whom all fatherhood in heaven and earth takes its name.

    On the way here, as we were traveling across America last week, I saw the film _The War of the Worlds._ If you haven’t yet seen it, I heartily recommend the monsters, and the film contains great scenes carnage and destruction. It also has very satisfying scenes of the evil aliens getting their ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • David Owens avatar

    Longing For Heaven Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,062 views

    In this lesson we focus on the need to long for the things of God, and to be sure we are living by faith and walking in obedience.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of an evangelist who was preaching away during a gospel meeting. 1. He paused and asked the congregation a question – How many of you want to go to heaven? 2. “If you want to go to heaven, then, please raise your hand,” he said. 3. Everyone in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Determine God's Will For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Apr 22, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,915 views

    Part of a lengthy series I am doing in the book of Philippians.

    HOW TO BE A CHRISTIAN AND STILL ENJOY LIFE HOW TO DETERMINE GOD’S WILL FOR YOUR LIFE Sunday April 27, 2008 Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:22-26 Intro. A. [] I know this is kind of a scary thought but if someone were standing before you today with a loaded gun and asked you, “Which do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    King 2 Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 13, 2022
     | 1,465 views

    King 2 Series: Who is this King? December 11, 2022 - Brad Bailey

    The King of Eternity Series: Who is this King? Brad Bailey – Dec. 11, 2022 Intro Many maybe familiar with these words written down by the prophet Isaiah…for which at least the central portion is declared around the celebration of the birth of Christ. Context – the people had called for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Jesus Came To Town Riding On A Donkey

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 18,501 views

    This is a Palm Sunday message.

    What do we think of when we think about conquering heroes? We think of General MacArthur saying, “I shall return!” We think of John Paul Jones telling the British, “I have not yet begun to fight.” We think of Teddy Roosevelt charging up San Juan Hill. We think of the allied tanks rolling into ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan