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    The Foolishness Of The Cross--Updated Version

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 18, 2025
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    How does the Cross show us the love of God and steer us in the way we are called to live?

    “The Foolishness of the Cross” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 There is a story about a wealthy early colonial settler who asked the rector of the church if it was possible to find salvation outside of the Church of England. The rector wrestled with how to answer the question because he knew it was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    In Whom We Have Redemption: Colossians 1:12-14

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 13, 2025
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    We should join Paul in thanksgiving that we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus.

    In Whom We have Redemption Colossians 1:12–14 NKJV Giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, in whom we have redemption ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Appointed Once To Die

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 3, 2025
     | 553 views

    There’s an alternative explanation of death being taught in the US culture, very subtly. It has been adopted by 43% of Americans and even one-quarter (25%) of U.S. Christians. Hebrews 9:27 is the antidote for this serious sickness!

    APPOINTED ONCE TO DIE Heb. 9:27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: 4 actual tombstones 1. When voiceover artist Mel Blanc, who was the voice behind Bugs Bunny, Woody Woodpecker, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety Pie, Sylvester, and many other popular cartoon characters, died in 1989, his family put the Looney ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Follow When It’s Hard To Understand - John 6:60 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 14, 2025
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     | 427 views

    Have you ever faced a moment when following Jesus simply didn’t make sense? When His Word cut across what the world calls “reasonable”? Maybe you’ve read something in Scripture and thought, “Lord, this is hard to understand!”

    Go! And Follow When It’s Hard to Understand John 6:60 (NLT): “Many of his disciples said, ‘This is very hard to understand. How can anyone accept it?’” Introduction: When Faith Doesn’t Make Sense Have you ever faced a moment when following Jesus simply didn’t make sense? When His Word cut across ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Life Worth Following Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 18, 2025
     | 336 views

    A good servant of Christ (1) guards the truth, (2) grows in godliness, and (3) lives the Gospel.

    1 Timothy 4:6-16 A Life Worth Following If you are appointed to be a member of the recruitment committee tasked to recruit a pastor for the church, what would be some of the criteria you would look for? • What qualities do you think you will be looking for in the potential candidates? • Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Piggy Bank Burped

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025
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    Heaven’s currency is grace. Stop feeding the piggy bank of performance — the cross has already paid every debt in full.

    Part 1 – Earth’s Economy They tell me gold passed four thousand dollars an ounce last week. The financial networks lit up like Christmas trees—investors smiling, anchors breathless, everyone announcing, “Buy gold before it’s too late!” It happens every time the world feels a little shaky: we all ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    "All Saints Day, A Day Of Remembering”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 29, 2025
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     | 668 views

    Why are the Beatitudes used as the gospel lesson on All saints day?

    In Jesus Holy Name November 3, 2024 Text: Revelation 7:9-17 All Saints Day, Redeemer “All Saints Day, A Day of Remembering” 11-3-19 Sermon Notes “For All The Saints” All Saints’ Sunday Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joy Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 458 views

    This is the 51st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#51] JOY OF SALVATION Luke 13:18-30 Introduction: As we journey through the season of Advent, we are reminded of the divine joy that comes with the promise of salvation. In Luke 13:18-30, Jesus speaks of the Kingdom of God growing quietly yet powerfully, like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Promises PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,314 views

    Explores the transformative power of the Gospel, emphasizing God's love, Jesus' sacrifice, and the call to live in His light.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together, isn't it? To stand shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart, united in our longing to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word, and to allow His truth to shape our lives. We're here to share in the beauty of fellowship, to ...read more

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    Empowered Through The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,493 views

    This sermon explores the promise of divine empowerment through the Holy Spirit, enabling believers to witness for Christ's Kingdom to the ends of the earth.

    Good morning, beloved. It's a joy to be with you once again. We gather here in the sanctuary of the Almighty, not as strangers, but as a family united under His grace. Today, we're going to be looking at a powerful verse from the Book of Acts, a verse that speaks to the very heart of our faith, a ...read more

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    Risking It All PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 684 views

    Encourages believers to emulate Christ's sacrifice, share His gospel, and remain steadfast in faith and service despite challenges.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together, united in faith, to hear the Word of God. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family, bound together by our shared love for our Savior. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Mark, chapter 8, verses ...read more

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    After My Own Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 843 views

    Explores how to find favor with God, fulfill His elevation, and remain faithful in His charge, using David as a biblical example.

    Welcome, beloved congregation. It is always a joy to gather with you in the house of our Lord, to share in the fellowship of the spirit, and to be nourished by the Word of God. Today, we find ourselves in the book of Acts, specifically Acts 13:22. A verse that is a beacon of God's favor, His ...read more

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    Rejoice, Be At Peace, And Think Excellently PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 832 views

    This sermon explores how to pursue divine joy, promote peace within the congregation, and ponder on praiseworthy things, as guided by Philippians 4:2-9.

    Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come to share in the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We come together, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of His grace and mercy. We come to learn, to grow, to be transformed by the ...read more

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    Whatever Gain I Had, I Counted As Loss For Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 747 views

    This sermon explores placing our confidence in Christ alone, disregarding earthly achievements, and living a life worthy of the gospel, as exemplified by Apostle Paul.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here, not for our own glory, but for the glory of God. We are here, not to seek worldly wisdom, but to seek the wisdom that comes from ...read more

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    Abide In My Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,477 views

    This sermon explores the depth of Christ's love, urging believers to remain in His love, bear lasting fruit, and love each other as Christ loved us.

    Well, beloved brothers and sisters, here we are again, gathered in the fellowship of faith, bound by the Spirit, and ready to open our hearts to the Word of God. We are not just a collection of individuals, but a community, a family, united by the love of Christ. We are pilgrims on a path, not ...read more

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