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  • John Hamby avatar

    Redeemed

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 28, 2018
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     | 10,675 views

    This is not just a story of the covenant faithfulness (chesed) to Namoi and Ruth. It is about God’s covenant faithfulness to Israel.” [

    “Redeemed” Ruth 4:1-22 You will remember that we discovered in the last chapter that although Boaz was a near relative and was willing to be her goel (kinsman-redeemer), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Reasons To Partake In Communion

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 1, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,813 views

    In a desire to not treat common what is sacred this sermon gives seven reasons from Scripture as to why and how we as believers are to partake rightly in the Lord's table.

    Seven Reasons for Communion 1 Corinthians 10:16-17, 11:23-32 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Act of Remembrance There are two ordinances instituted, commanded, and first observed by the Lord Jesus Christ: baptism and the Lord’s Supper. While baptism is only done ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Thankful Always

    Contributed by James May on Nov 22, 2020
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    Being thankful always requires a relationship with Jesus Christ that is built upon faith and trust in him. We can be thankful "in" all things, while we can't bring ourselves to be thankful "for" all things.

    Being Thankful Always Sunday, November 22, 2020 By Rev. James May In this most extraordinary year of 2020 there are many who are living in fear almost as though they are under a death sentence if they get around other people who they are not associated with all of the time. This fear of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Welfare Of Ecosystem Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 20, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,789 views

    Romans 8:18-25 discusses the place of suffering in the lives of God's people. A parallel experience shared between creation and the children of God. Three principles for peaceful coexistence with God’s creation in the post-COVID-19 era.

    Theme: Welfare of Ecosystem Text: Romans 8:18-22 Introduction: Romans 8:18-25 discusses the place of suffering in the lives of God's people. A parallel experience shared between creation and the children of God. All created beings animate and inanimate are waiting for the revelation of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Worship Of Heaven

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 2, 2017
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     | 13,522 views

    John’s message to the churches of his day (and to us) is that all that is seen is not all that exists. Indeed, the reality is much greater than what is seen on earth.

    Revelation 4:1-11 The Worship of Heaven 4/2/17 D. Marion Clark Introduction Can you identify where this quote is from? There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy. If you answered Hamlet, you got it right. I open with this quote for two reasons. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Enter Into His Gates With Thanksgiving…” (Psalms 100:4)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 17, 2023
     | 6,101 views

    Notice, our text begins, “It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord...”

    As I preach this message I would like to show you why it is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord. We usually think of being thankful as being connected with good manners. Illus: A man gave a little child a piece of candy. The mother was embarrassed, because the child immediately stuck the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Undeniable Leadership-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 17, 2015
     | 3,638 views

    1 of ? God began to make His leadership thru Joshua undeniable among His people. *God makes His leadership undeniable among His people. But How? God’s leadership is Undeniable in...

    GOD's UNDENIABLE LEADERSHIP-I—Joshua 3:7-17 Attention: There is a couple from one of the churches where I had served, who have recently had another child...a beautiful little girl! She came out with enough hair to have a ‘permanent’! I recently saw a picture of her on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lavish Grace Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jul 13, 2024
     | 1,071 views

    This is message for an outdoor, outreach service in downtown Toronto. It's a message about the amazing and lavish love of God that will change our lives now and for eternity, if we say yes to God's offer of salvation in Christ.

    July 14, 2024 Message for Outdoor Service - The Lavish Grace of God There are a lot of really stunning passages of scripture in the Bible. There are so many, that I probably could not choose if I had to which is my favorite. But today’s passage does come very close. There are many ways to read ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A. B. C. Easter Evening. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 29, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,072 views

    APRIL 5th, 2026.

    Isaiah 25:6-9, Psalm 114, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Luke 24:13-49 A). THE EASTER APOCALYPSE. Isaiah 25:6-9. This small passage lies at the heart of the so-called ‘Isaiah Apocalypse’ of chapters 24-27 and brings hope into an otherwise dismal prospect. Chapter 25 itself begins with praise for God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New Year, New Road

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 9, 2023
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     | 5,350 views

    A new year always brings a sense of hope, doesn’t it? The previous year with all its tragedies, problems, disappointments, failures, and sadness is now behind us, and a clean slate lies ahead.

    A new year always brings a sense of hope, doesn’t it? The previous year with all its tragedies, problems, disappointments, failures, and sadness is now behind us, and a clean slate lies ahead. This is symbolized on New Year’s Eve by the old man with the sickle and the newborn baby. The old has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come Home For Christmas

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 19, 2023
     | 2,089 views

    Just about everyone wants to go home for Christmas. Come Christmas time, we get this inner yearning to go back home. It’s as though we want to revisit our days of growing up. We want to go back to the place where all of our childhood memories were made.

    Christmas Eve. Can you believe it? Today we come together to celebrate the day before the anticipated arrival of our Savior. Let’s start there with that well known story of the birth of Jesus. PRAYER Luke 2:1-20 – “And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Letters To The Seven Churches In Revelation: The Church In Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 16, 2023
     | 1,737 views

    Encouragement and correction for the ancient church as Ephesus in the shadow of the temple of Artemis

    What are the authoritative sources in your life? What are they? This is way more important than we might realize. What do we trust for information on how we should successfully live our lives? We could list some out. Most would say their parents, information from the education system, television, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    01 Joy In Partnership Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,001 views

    Bottom Line: Joy flourishes when we share in God’s mission together.

    Happy New Year! I’m so thankful that you’ve joined us in worship today! Let me guess — some of us probably made a resolution or two, did some self-evaluation, and set a few goals for the upcoming year. That’s something most of us do, and let me just say it’s a good thing. It’s important to take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Build Up Your Hearts For Heaven PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 160 views

    True security and joy come from valuing eternal treasures over earthly ones, letting Jesus shape our desires, vision, and devotion above all else.

    Friends, welcome. Some weeks feel like a whirlwind of receipts and reminders, alerts and anxieties. The heart starts hoarding headlines and to-do lists, and before we know it, we wake up with a soul that feels thin. Then Jesus steps into the room of our hearts with words that steady us and set us ...read more

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    Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Jun 14, 2016
     | 7,001 views

    Study in the Book of 1 Corinthians

    1. The resurrection proven beyond a doubt A. The truth of the gospel [vs. 1-2] B. The terms of the gospel [vs. 3-4] C. The testimony of the gospel [vs. 5-8] D. The transformation of the gospel 2. The resurrection power behind the message A. If no resurrection there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist