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  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 10, 2022
     | 3,095 views

    The nation of Israel is warned that they’ll soon face tests of idolatry and that sometimes these tests will come from the most unexpected places—from within their own circles.

    Idolatry Jeffery Anselmi / General Tested- Faith in the Struggle / Idolatry; Faithful / Deuteronomy 13:1–13 The nation of Israel is warned that they’ll soon face tests of idolatry and that sometimes these tests will come from the most unexpected places—from within their own circles. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    From Groans To Glory

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 8, 2022
     | 3,271 views

    Since we live in a world with constant trouble, we can easily get quite discouraged. We groan under the load of problems and concerns. Yet we hope for something better. Romans 8:18-25 leads us through the journey from groans to glory.

    Alba 2-6-2022 FROM GROANS TO GLORY Romans 8:18-25 We live in a world with constant trouble, yet the apostle Paul writes in Romans 8:18, “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” Think about it this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thanksgiving – An Attitude Of Gratitude!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 23, 2019
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     | 23,209 views

    Today I would like to share with you 3 things we learn about thanksgiving from the Bible.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXTS: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Psalm 92:1, 100:4, 107:1; Romans 1:21 ILL. On Thanksgiving Day the family was seated around the table, preparing to eat their annual holiday meal. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Well Is Deep

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014
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     | 9,878 views

    We dip back into the well of grace, we drink the Living Water and the well is deep.

    This past Wednesday night, a rather famous person in our country passed away. It would probably be better if I said infamous as he was the head of what the BBC called, “The Most Hated Family in America.” Late Wednesday night Fred Phelps, former pastor of Westboro Baptist Church passed ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Hear God Whisper To Your Fears

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 11, 2023
     | 2,567 views

    God comforts Elijah at Mt. Horeb with words of comfort and strength.

    8.13.23 1 Kings 19:9–18 (EHV) 9 He came to a cave and spent the night there. Then the word of the LORD suddenly came to him, saying, “Why are you here, Elijah?” 10 He said, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of Armies, but the people of Israel have abandoned your covenant. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fighting Against God Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 7, 2022
     | 1,901 views

    When ever someone tries to stop the Gospel or the church of Jesus Christ, God always wins!

    FIGHTING AGAINST GOD Text: Acts 5:33-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I first got interested in music, the first artist that I took a liking to was a man named Jim Croce. He is famous for songs like Bad, Bad Leroy Brown and Time In a Bottle. I was thinking this week of another one of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Real Iron Man

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 15, 2024
     | 1,083 views

    This sermon relies heavily on the sermon "Kissed By The King", originally preached by Ken Gurley and published in his book "Preaching for a New Millenium: Hell's Midnight Train" (2007).

    The Real Iron Man I. Introduction: When I was a child, my dad took me to a barbershop run by two great women, Linda and Sammy Jo. Grandpa went to them too. It smelled of cigarette smoke, barbicide, shaving cream, and brill cream. On the walls were placks with practical wisdom like: "Never ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope Help And Healing

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 13, 2025
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     | 145 views

    What the Millenium Falcon can teach us about how God brings Hope even when all is hopeless. A sermon for Advent 2 first preached 14th December 2025

    Hope, Help and Healing Many a classic story features a moment when all feels lost and the protagonist loses hope. Lord of the Rings, Jurassic Park, Star Wars… Star Wars – The Death Star is getting ready to fire on the rebel base. Luke Skywalker and his fellow x wing pilots appear to be the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Can You Handle It?

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 5, 2025
     | 509 views

    How comforting is it to tell someone whose loved one has died and they are overwhelmed with grief, “God won't give you any more than you can handle.” But some will say, isn't that what scripture says?

    Alba 8-3-2025 CAN YOU HANDLE IT? I Corinthians 10:12-13 There was a U.S. ship captain who had a regular route from California to Columbia. He had delivered his shipment to Columbia and was about to embark for the U.S. when he was approached by the drug cartel. They wanted him to carry a small ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Increase Our Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,341 views

    Even the smallest seed of faith, when nurtured, can lead to extraordinary spiritual growth and miraculous outcomes.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I'm thrilled to be here with you, standing on the shoulders of the saints who have gone before us, and looking out on a sea of faces eager to engage with the Word of God. We gather here today, united in purpose and heart, to unwrap the treasures found in the ...read more

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    Stay Connected PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,666 views

    This sermon explores our relationship with Christ, emphasizing the importance of faith, fellowship, and fruitfulness as evidence of our divine connection.

    Welcome, beloved, to this precious moment where we gather under the shelter of God's word. It is here, in this sacred space, that we seek to understand more deeply the profound truths of our faith, to draw closer to the heart of God, and to find nourishment for our souls. This is not a mere ...read more

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    How To Ask God For Forgiveness As A Christian Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 13, 2025
     | 774 views

    Practical insight on asking God to forgive our sins as we walk daily with Christ.

    NOT JUST WHEN WE'RE SAVED: Asking for forgiveness is supposed to be a regular part of my walk of faith. - Matthew 6:12a. - Let me start by saying that we are going to handle v. 12 in two parts. This week we will look at the first half of the verse; next week the second half. I am doing this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For This New Year, Seek First The Kingdom

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 19, 2023
     | 2,708 views

    "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness." In this New Year, let's make this our motivation or "driving purpose." The information our Lord shared is just as good today as it was when He walked this earth.

    (Based on a message preached January 8, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Chamois, MO, but is not an exact transcription) Introduction: Good morning to you all and Happy New Year plus a few days! You know, I had planned on preaching from a different text this morning but I believe the Lord nudged ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greatness Through Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 30, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,752 views

    Worship should be done in "Spirit and in Truth"... but what does that mean? How will I know when I've worshipped that way? And what difference would it make if didn't worship that way?

    OPEN: A few years ago, Scott (our Family Minister) and I heard that a church building over by High School was for sale and Scott thought it would be a great place for a youth outreach program (Scott’s a genius at lining up grants for things like that). Obviously, we didn’t purchase it … but we did ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Learning To Endure, Part 1

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jan 4, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,188 views

    A sermon on James and how God "gives the test first then gives the lesson."

    I want to speak to you today about learning to endure. Now this is sort of a re-entry message. And we have learned to endure some things. And I don’t want to act like we endure so much because, really, I want to say with the apostle Paul, “Our light affliction is but for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist