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What Is All This Talk About Being Born Again?

Contributed by Neal Bishop on Jan 13, 2005

based on 2 ratings

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A small and simple explanation of what being born again is all about.

There are a number of belief systems in the world today, and naturally, they all claim to be “The Truth.” So, if we define truth as being relative to things that change, then what is presented by any belief system has to be equal, in validity, to anything else presented. This would be so because ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon 8: God Works In Mysterious Ways Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 4, 2019

| 9,465 views

This sermon wraps up the book of Ruth, first examining Boaz's role as a kinsman-redeemer & Christ's role as ours, & the results of those actions, both in history (David was Ruth & Boaz's great-grandparents) and the larger story of redemption through Christ.

Sermon 8: God Works in Mysterious Ways Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh August 4, 2019 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ruth 4. INTRODUCTION If you asked the average person to quote a verse of scripture, besides John 3:16 or Genesis 1:1, the third most probable verse they would cite would be that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Promotion Series

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

| 2,689 views

Third in the series of God's powerful Ps, that of promotion.

Promotion Today we will look at the third powerful “P” in our short series of the three Ps in the book of Psalms. The three powerful Ps are: Provision, Protection, and Promotion. Last week we looked at protection, so now let us look at those of promotion. We give thanks to You, O God, we give ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Every Day We Pray Toward The Time Of Our Own Ascension Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 28, 2025

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We pray with Mary as the disciples did in the upper room, and do so with souls quieted from everyday concerns, as we await Christ’s summons.

Solemnity of the Ascension 2025 Today we are gifted by God with readings centering on promises and partings. We affirm it every weekend: “He ascended into heaven” and ”sits on the right hand of God the Father Almighty.” The Gospels are not entirely clear, but the tradition of the Church for two ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Psalm 47:2-3, Psalm 47:6-9, Ephesians 1:17-23, Luke 24:46-53 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The God Who Translates Men From Dungeon To Palace Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025

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God has the power to lift a man from the lowest point of life and position him among princes for divine purpose.

THE GOD WHO TRANSLATES MEN FROM DUNGEON TO PALACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:14, 39-44 Key Verse: “Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him hastily out of the dungeon: and he shaved himself, and changed his raiment, and came in unto Pharaoh.” — Genesis 41:14 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:14, Genesis 41:39-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taming A Hurtful Tongue

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 26, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 10,051 views

What are the consequences of an untamed, hurtful tongue? What are the consequences of an under control, helpful tongue?

Taming a Hurtful Tongue Ephesians 4:29-32 Week one I don’t mean to upset anyone, but someone brought a lethal weapon with them to Church this morning. For purposes of security and safety, our ushers should have asked some to check such deadly weapons at the door...but they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Decree A Thing Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 28, 2010

based on 25 ratings

| 76,940 views

This is a new years eve message, decreeing that the new year will be better than the past year. We are decreeing that release happens, that increase takes place, that souls will be save and healing performed. Decree a thing and it shall be established u

Scriptures:- Job 22:28 “Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways”. Proverbs 18:20-21 “A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; [and] with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. Death ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:28

Denomination: Apostolic

The Answers We Need

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 13, 2009

based on 4 ratings

| 5,035 views

A Message from Psalms 42 speaking to the trials and troubles which we encounter.

The Answers We Need Psalms 42:1-11 * Two days after the 9/11 attacks on our nation, Anne Graham Lotz was being interviewed by Jane Clayson on the CBS early show and was asked, "I’ve heard people say, those who are religious, those who are not, if God is good, how could God let this happen? To that, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Strange Preachers

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 28, 2021

based on 1 rating

| 5,077 views

God uses many ways to preach to us: Noah's Dove, Balaam's Donkey, Elijah's Ravens, Simon Peter's Rooster, the Disembodied Hand, Abraham's Ram, and the Angel of No More Time. See what they say to us!

SEVEN STRANGE PREACHERS Matt. 24:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Baby on the Way 1. I heard the humorous story of Loann Burke, who was 8 1/2 months pregnant. She was meeting her husband at a restaurant, and she arrived first. She waddled up to the hostess. "One for dinner?" asked the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sound Communication Series

Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 7, 2022

| 1,728 views

In this sermon, Ed and Lisa Young teach the do's and don’ts before saying, "I do." We'll learn that following biblical guidelines for conflict resolution will help us develop sound communication skills before it comes to saying: "We quit!"

7 SENSES OF MARRIAGE : SOUND COMMUNICATION TALKING AND HEARING JANUARY 16, 2022, 9:30AM ED AND LISA YOUNG ED YOUNG: Thank you so much for being here today. We're talking about communication in marriage and if you're single, or if you are a student, if you're talking to someone, if ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, James 1:19, Proverbs 15:1, Romans 5:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Thou Shalt Not Be Afraid Of The Terror..."

Contributed by John Ingham on Jul 22, 2003

based on 69 ratings

| 9,987 views

9/11 observance or in face of elevated terror alert

“Thou shalt not be afraid of the Terror…,” Psalm 91:5 Preached by Pastor John W. Ingham, 9/15/2002 (Statistics should be updated) We will be having a special observance for the anniversary of 9/11 and as we approach that date there is fear of another ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:5, Amos 9:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm Just Talk'in About Tonight

Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 24, 2001

based on 14 ratings

| 3,811 views

Loss of moral integrity brings an end to the powerful potential of the child of God.

I¡¦M JUST TALK¡¦IN ABOUT TONIGHT JUDGES 16: 1-21 NOVEMBER 25, 2001 LAST SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT INTRODUCTION: Toby Keith ¡§I¡¦m just talk¡¦in about tonight¡¨ Song lyrics TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text for this morning has a lot in common with the song. We live in a culture that is obsessed with ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How Long Since You Talked To The Father In Heaven

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 27, 2005

based on 20 ratings

| 2,113 views

A great Sermon on Prayer

How Long since you talked to: THE FATHER IN HEAVEN Matthew 6:5-8 One of my dear friends, you could even say that he was a Father Figure, died a couple years ago!!!! He had given his heart to the Lord in his bed, just one week before he died. He had been bed ridden for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Da Vinci Quest: Talking About The Real Truth Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on May 3, 2006

based on 139 ratings

| 4,542 views

For us as Christians, The Da Vinci Code should spark questions… discussion… concern… but for many of us, I hope it also gives a measure of excitement at the opportunities it creates for spiritual conversation, speaking the real truth about Jesus in

Excerpt From: The Da Vinci Quest 3-Part Sermon Series By: Josh McDowell © 2006 Josh McDowell’s 3-part sermon series titled “The Da Vinci Quest” was developed to compliment a collection of Da Vinci equipping resources released in March 2006. For more information, visit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian Church

"I'm Embarrassed To Talk To God About That"

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 24, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,109 views

This message deals with the decision Christians often make to avoid prayer because they don’t want to talk to God about that particular sin.

Sometimes as Christians we let things that shouldn’t be in our life linger in our hearts because we’re embarrassed at the thought of talking to God about that problem. We’d rather just not talk to God at all than have to talk about that particular issue. Let’s be honest: one of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1

Denomination: Baptist

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