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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 93 views

    The sermon invites us to move beyond surface knowledge, accepting God’s personal invitation to find true fulfillment, nourishment, and life in relationship with Him.

    Some of you walked in today with a full calendar and an empty heart. Some came carrying quiet questions that whisper in the night. Others arrived with hope flickering like a candle in a drafty room. Friend, you’re in the right place. Today, Scripture opens the door to a warm kitchen where Wisdom ...read more

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    The Work Of The Spirit, Part A Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Sep 13, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,749 views

    Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort?

    Series: Life, Everlasting, Part 3 Message: The Work of the Spirit? Part A Our scripture focus today is Psalm 116:13, but I want to read the entire Psalm… 116:1 I love the LORD, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. 2 Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Not Even For An Hour?

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 24, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,784 views

    Not even for an hour could the disciples stay awake and keep watch with Christ. What about us? How difficult is it for us to stay awake and alert to Christ’s commands?

    Not Even for an Hour? Matthew 26:36-56 Maundy Thursday 2008 It was the night before Easter 1994. I was a senior in college and at 8:00 p.m. I decided to make the 5 hour drive home to spend Easter with my family. Of course, I hadn’t packed or done any of that, so it was probably almost 9:00 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Revelation Of God's Wrath Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,156 views

    Fear God, not man.

    [If you would like to receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] THE RIGHT KIND OF FEAR “The nations raged, but your wrath came” (v. 18a). “The nations were filled with wrath, but now the time of your wrath has come” (NLT). “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Joy Series

    Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Jul 27, 2020
     | 2,440 views

    As humans we are constantly focused on Joy or our lack of it

    Robert Dean in the Homan Illustrated Bible Dictionary defines joy as A State of delight and well being that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Garden: A Place Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 20,306 views

    Lets look at why Jesus was drawn to this garden. As we better understand why He came to this place of prayer, well see a pattern that we can follow in our own prayers.

    Have you noticed how the Passion movie has generated an unprecedented amount of TV specials, magazine cover stories, and a continuous cultural conversation about Christ? Im thankful for that. I do want to give a word of warning, however. Much of what has been published or broadcast in response ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The 10:30 Mill Whistle Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 24, 2001
    based on 139 ratings
     | 5,504 views

    This is a sermon in the narrative style, built around the story of a mill whistle that would blow at an unusual time of day. This sermon was the first in a series about the Lord’s Prayer.

    The 10:30 Mill Whistle Matthew 6:9-13 Exodus 20:7 The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Sunrise Presbyterian Church Miami FL I grew up in a small Southern mill town named Ware Shoals, SC. The term mill-town doesn’t mean that you have a mill and a town; but rather that you have a mill ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Passing Through The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 128 ratings
     | 64,124 views

    This is a funeral sermon from Psalm 23:4. We all must pass through this valley.

    Passing Through The Valley Of The Shadow of Death “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Resurrection: History Or Myth?

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Mar 18, 2021
     | 2,617 views

    This lesson first introduces the serving of the Lord's Supper, then flows into the sermon after the Lord's Supper has been eaten.

    I) [Introduction to Lord’s Super.] Easter, the day that many celebrate the resurrection of Christ, is right around the corner. While we do not celebrate this holiday, because God did not ask that we do so, the resurrection is nevertheless certainly an essential part of our faith. A) Paul reminds ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Recover From Failure Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 2, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 29,842 views

    This sermon has five points to overcome failure. 1. ALLOW Jesus To Take Control 2. DO What Jesus Asks 3. SHARE The Surplus 4. WALK In Humbleness Before God 5. RE-SET The Priorities Of Your Life

    How To Recover From Failure (Or How To Be Successful) Have any of you ever had a failure in life? Have you ever tried something and it just doesn’t work? It flops – it fails. I know that I have failed at times. Things did not turn out the way that I had hoped. It’s reported ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lest We Forget

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 271 ratings
     | 49,961 views

    This sermon examines the institution of the Lord’s Supper and discusses its importance as a concrete reminder of the basics of Christianity which we must never, never forsake or forget.

    Lest We Forget January 20, 2002 Introduction When I was growing up in West Texas cicada (pronounced sikad) “locusts” like the one pictured on the screen filled the giant elm trees at times. During the heat of the summer the shrill buzzing sound of their mating call filled the air. To this ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Living A Happy Life

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 25, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 25,922 views

    Paul urges us to live a joyful life in Christ. We are to (1) choose to rejoice in Christ, (2) let go of our worries through prayer, and (3) think and meditate on God’s truths.

    Philippians 4:4-4:9 How can we live a happier life? Paul gives us three principles: 1. CHOOSE to Rejoice Always Paul says we can choose to rejoice - it is a choice. • We are not victim of the circumstance • If we believe God, then He is our Guide, not fate, not some kind of force. Paul says we ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Choose: Yoked By Rules Or Follow Jesus”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,612 views

    These words of Jesus are popular: “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Ah! The key words: "rest for your souls". It is a spiritual message. Yoke yourself to Jesus. He has obeyed perfectly and will share His salvation.

    In Jesus Holy Name July 9, 2023 Text: Matthew 11:28 & 30 Pentecost VI - Redeemer “Choose: Yoked by Rules or Follow Jesus” These words of Jesus are popular: “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke, and learn from me, and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Resurrection Sunday (Luke, Part 13) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 18, 2022
     | 1,455 views

    Either Jesus is who He said He is – or He is a liar … He cannot be both. We come to church today (of all days) to celebrate where our hope comes from; but we must see/admit our need for a Savior.

    Resurrection Sunday (Luke, Part 13) Luke 24:1-12 Introduction / Recap - Last week, we discussed the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial; saw three things: - First, a natural response (sadness, etc.) to Jesus’ suffering is not enough - Second, the cross is the most vivid illustration of John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Billions And Billions Served

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 30, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,142 views

    When we come to the Lord’s table, we need to bring several things with us.

    Billions and Billions Served 1 Cor. 10:14-22 June 4, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor I Introduction A Sermonspice video or signing of "How Beautiful" B Special occasions in our lives are marked by special meals 1 Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Easter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist