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  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 28, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,791 views

    Catholic Bible Sunday

    Today is the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, now dedicated to promoting a love and knowledge of Scripture, it’s like our new annual “Bible Sunday” for Catholics! South African Anglican Bishop Desmond Tutu, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, likes to tell: “When the missionaries came to Africa, we had ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Bent Out Of Shape

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 20, 2016
     | 9,081 views

    Jesus knew that rules are important, but he knew that the needs of people are more important. You and I need to learn that lesson as well. Whenever we see someone in need, the most important thing is to help them, no matter when or where it may be.

    To help you understand the importance of the reading we just heard from Luke’s Gospel, I’m going to do something unusual. I’m going to bend over. As you can see, this is not a very comfortable position for me. I could easily stay bent over like this for a few minutes, but what if ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prepare The Way - Stand Up

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 22, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,063 views

    This sermon shares with us the message of Jesus for this day - a Message of Hope as 1. We Stand (Take a Stand for Jesus) 2. We Raise Our Heads - message for Advent 2018

    Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16; Luke 21:25-36 Theme: First Sunday of Advent Title: Prepare the Way - STAND UP! This sermon shares with us the message of Jesus for this day - a Message of Hope as 1. We Stand 2. We Raise Our Heads - message for Advent 2018 INTRO: Grace and peace from God ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Faith Lessons From The Lord Of The Rings

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 15, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,265 views

    Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is filled with Christian imagery (intentional or not). This message looks at four spiritual themes found in the first of the trilogy.

    In just 3 days, the story will be complete. Actually, the story was completed 48 years ago, but in 3 days the final part of the trilogy will be released on the big screen. I’m talking, of course, about The Lord of the Rings. J.R.R. Tolkien released his first fantasy work called The Hobbit way ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How The Grinch Stole Christmas

    Contributed by Jeffrey Stewart on Dec 22, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 18,547 views

    Christmas Sermon

    Today I want to launch us into this message with a reading from one of the great minds of theology Dr. Seuss . . . I have here copy "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" A favorite Dr. Seuss book . . . I want to read a portion of it to you (Read pages 1-2 of the story) Every Who Down in Who-ville, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Giant That Brought Down David Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 3, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,336 views

    David brought down Goliath, but a bigger giant brought David down. How can we deal with temptation?

    THE GIANT THAT BROUGHT DOWN DAVID 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Christian Lady Funeral

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 3, 2017
     | 11,139 views

    A funeral for a 75 year old Christian lady.

    Family Enters – Amazing Grace (Celtic Woman version) Welcome and Obituary We were all shocked to hear of the passing of Barbara W. She had been battling her condition for some time but suddenly she passed. We have gathered here, as is our custom, to conduct a service to remember Barbara; to comfort ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Resisting Temptation

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,865 views

    How we may fight the temptations of satan.

    RESISTING TEMPTATION MATT.4:1-11 Right after John the Baptist Baptised Jesus In the River of Jordan, He spent 40 days in the Wilderness near Jericho where he was tempted By Satan – much like We are tempted Today!! MARK 1:12 & 13 SAYS: And immediately the spirit driveth Him into The wilderness. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When A Christian Sins

    Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Jul 27, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 7,031 views

    WHEN A CHRISTIAN CHOOSES TO LIVE HIS OR HER LIFE IN SIN - IT MIGHT JUST SHOCK YOU AS TO WHAT CAN HAPPEN!

    WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHRISTIAN SINS 6/30/02 TEXT: ROMANS 8:1 - 13 INTRO: AS I BEGAN PREPARING FOR THIS MESSAGE, IN MY MIND, I THOUGHT OF THE THOUSANDS OF SERMONS THAT HAVE BEEN PREACHED AGAINST SIN. AND LET ME JUST SAY THAT WITH ALL THE SERMONS THAT HAVE BEEN PREACHED, IT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How's Your Trip So Far? Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,040 views

    Life is a journey and we, like Joseph, have a lot of choices to make as we travel.

    I’ve been across the U.S. by auto two times. In 1965 I was the moody 12 year old traveling with parents in the cab of a non-air-conditioned F-250 pickup with a camper on it. The second time was the driver of an Areostar with six people and a heavy 19’ trailer. Both times were adventures. Both times ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    John The Baptist - A Sermon On Luke 3 That's Full Of Christmas Cheer

    Contributed by David Smith on Apr 21, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,432 views

    John the Baptist, and why repentence comes before cheer in Christmas.

    The season of Christmas is upon us! At what point did this realisation hit you? When you saw decorations going up in shopping centres - something which always seems to happen way to early (ie. October)? When your family first rang you to organise a Christmas luncheon or dinner, which never ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    In God We Trust

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 27, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,825 views

    Trusting in God... why? Does God deserve our trust? If so, do we trust him?

    12-26-04 (Have a child come up and read the statement on a coin: In God we trust) Do we really trust God? How committed do I honestly believe is God to me? How much do I really believe he loves me? In other words, just how much can I trust Him. The first time these questions were raised, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The True Spirit Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Kelly Dufour on Dec 8, 2014
     | 7,908 views

    What is the true spirit of Christmas? Take a brief journey through the Biblical accounts of Christ's birth and revisit the response of those who came into contact with Immanuel -- God with us.

    Introduction Today we begin a Christmas teaching series called “The Spirit of Christmas.” What do you think the “Spirit of Christmas” is? (Allow responses) Perhaps it might be best to begin with what the Spirit of Christmas is not: Fully-loaded eggnog or other drinkable ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hurt? The Boomerang Of Bitter Hurt.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 23, 2023
     | 1,349 views

    It is possible to be so driven by anger, hurt and bitterness that the pain will drive us away from God's plan.

    HURT, ARE WE DRIVEN BY BITTER HURT? BOOMERANG! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson HURT AND BITTERNESS THRIVE AT THE ROOT LEVEL. THEREFORE THEY ARE OFTEN HARD TO DEAL WITH… THERE IS A BOOMERANG EFFECT OF BEING HURT AND BITTER… THERE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Tyranny Of Tradition

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 22, 2022
     | 2,294 views

    We must realise that we are susceptible to transforming the Faith through the introduction of our best efforts to make the Faith more meaningful.

    “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ.” [1] Traditions are essential to civilisation. Societies are built around traditions which most of those living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist