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  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    The True Temple Enters Jerusalem

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 27, 2021
     | 1,798 views

    Jesus went into the Temple in Jerusalem and drove out all those who desecrated the house of the LORD, earning the scorn of the religious officials. The Lord Jesus declared Himself to be the true temple of God, holy, spotless, and free from corruption.

    John's account of the life and work of the Lord Jesus included the recording of specific miracles He performed to demonstrate His authority, power, and divinity to His disciples and to those among His countrymen who truly had a hunger for the deeper things of God. There were also those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christ Of Our Poverty

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 1, 2024
     | 660 views

    A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 13

    June 30, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Lamentations 3:22-33; 2 Corinthians 8:7-15; Mark 5:21-43 The Christ of our Poverty Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Living Water

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 3, 2012
     | 7,501 views

    He issues the call, “Are you thirsty? Come and drink!” Do you desire satisfaction? Come and Drink! Are you burdened by the bad things you’ve done? Come and Drink! Are you weighed down by the struggles of life? Come and Drink!

    The Call of Jesus John 7:37-39-On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” But this He spoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No ‘evil Yes’ Can Never Ever Defeat ‘good No’

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 17, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,171 views

    The world needs more of true followers of Christ Jesus as we are facing Covid-19, the pandemic

    No ‘Evil YES’ can never ever defeat ‘Good NO’ Matthew 21:28-32, Ezekiel 18:25-28, Philippians 2:1-11. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today, let us listen to the text from the Gospel of Matthew for our reflection (Matthew 21:28-32): “Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Multi Ethnic Bereavement

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 30, 2017
     | 14,104 views

    I wrote this for a counseling class. It contains three parts: 1) Bereavement in religion 2) Bereavement in ethnic groups 3) Applications for pastoral and clinical counselors.

    To be used of the Lord to help those grieving is both satisfying and humbling. My personal prayer is that more mourners will be drawn to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The Gospel of Christ is the only thing that can bring true and lasting comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those that mourn, for they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ: Compassionate

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,662 views

    Compassion comes first with Jesus.

    The gospel writers did not record for us every moment of the life of Christ. At the end of his account, John tells us that “...there were also many other things which Jesus did...”. And supposes that if they were all written in detail the world would not contain the books. That may be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And... Ask The Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is A Lie? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 330 views

    If Christianity is not true—if Jesus didn’t really rise from the dead—then everything we believe, preach, sing, and stand for crumbles into dust.

    Go! And... Ask the Hard Questions: What If Christianity Is a Lie? INTRODUCTION: STARTING WITH A SHOCKING QUESTION What if Christianity is a lie? That’s a bold question, isn't it? Even hearing it in church might feel unsettling. But let's face it: If Christianity is not true—if Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rock Of Ages

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 21, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 16,747 views

    This sermon uses the text of the hymn "Rock of Ages" as the exposition of Psalm 94:22.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendship July 20, 2003 But the LORD is my fortress; my God is a mighty rock where I can hide. Psalms 94:22 (KJV) When Jewish families gather at the Passover meal, singing is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014
     | 7,288 views

    Layered in this story is the fact that forgiveness is a gift offered to us long before we ask for it! Jesus’ completed the redemptive work, by which forgiveness is made possible, on the cross. It remains whether we will accept/receive the gift He secure

    Just Words: Forgiveness Scripture Text: Mark 2.1-12 NOTE: this sermon was preached on the first Sunday of a new year. INTRODUCTION I know that a-lot-of-people really love New Year’s. The kids like New Year’s Eve so-much because they get to stay up way-past their bed-times. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Heart Of Religion

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 19, 2021
     | 4,766 views

    Religious traditions and rules can be harmful, or they can provide a framework for a heart transformed. The heart is transformed by the Holy Spirit.

    THE HEART OF RELIGION—Mark 7:1-23 If you would ask 100 people, maybe on a street corner of a university or in your neighborhood, “What do you think about religion?” What would you hear? Some people would politely say, “It’s not bad to be religious, if you are into that.” Some might be glad to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Isaac A Type Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,784 views

    To establish that Abraham’s son, Isaac, was a type of Christ. He was his only begotten son, who was offered unto God; and, raised off the altar of sacrifice, through faithful obedience, unto his father. We will examine how Isaac’s life, offering, and obedience, was a type of Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Isaac a Type of Christ Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Isaac a Type of Christ." This is the fourth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ronnie Miller avatar

    God Bought The Property To Build Something New.

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Aug 9, 2012
     | 3,887 views

    God doesn't want the old you or the old me...we belong to Him now ...we are His property ....He builds something brand new. The one that wrote that Scripture was for sure changed into a new creature. Apostle Paul whose name was Saul before his conversion

    God bought the property to build something new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. A story is told about a business man who was selling a warehouse and its property. The building had been empty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wipe Away The Tears

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Apr 27, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,240 views

    God provides plenty of opportunities to recognize the risen Lord.

    Wipe Away the Tears John 20 (Everyone got a small packet of Kleenex on their way in) We have all seen it happen. A child gets separated from her parents. Soon the child panics and wails and weeps. Tears stream down her face. No one can console her. Nothing can stop her tears. Then her parents ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    "All Boxed In? Impossible!"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,293 views

    Easter: What does Easter mean to you? How does it change your life?The message of Christianity, recorded in the Bible, is more than a historical record of a great miracle worker named Jesus. The message of Christianity was not created by a group 12 disc

    In Jesus Holy Name March 31, 2013 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b,6a Easter Redeemer “All Boxed In? Impossible!” A Sunday School class was preparing their Easter craft project when their teacher asked: each student, "What does Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Maintaining God’s Intent For Marriage(& Singleness)-5

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 12, 2019
     | 1,785 views

    5 of ?. Paul answered the inquiries & clarified the concerns of the Corinthian Christians regarding marriage. How are Christians to maintain God’s intent for marriage? Maintaining God’s intent for marriage(& singleness) demands a concentration upon...

    MAINTAINING GOD’s INTENT For MARRIAGE(& Singleness)-V—1Corinthians 7:1-9 (Making Marriage(& Singleness) Worthy of its Creator) Attention: Excuse Me Driver: A guy in a taxi wanted to speak to the driver so he leans forward & taps the plexiglass separator. The driver screamed, jumped up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist