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  • Damien Saylor avatar

    Are You Thankful For Christ’s Birth? Series

    Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 11, 2019
     | 5,688 views

    As part of Thanksgiving, I want us to think of how thankful we are for Christ’s birth.

    Sermon- Are you thankful for Christ’s birth? - Next week we begin Advent for the birth of Christ. - So, today as part of Thanksgiving, I want us to think of how thankful we are for Christ’s birth. - We can always say I’m thankful that I don’t have to go to the priest, do sacrifices, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mystery Of Baptism

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 5, 2020
     | 4,387 views

    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17.

    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. Leadership Matthew 3:13 Then Jesus came ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Daniel And His Faith

    Contributed by Praveen Raj.n.l on May 11, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,929 views

    This sermon illustrates how to live a faith life when we “leave home” or encounter new situations

    We are living in a multicultural context in a globalized world. Even then different countries have different cultural norms, and what is appropriate in one culture may be offensive in another culture. For example, you should never touch a person’s head in Thailand; the head is considered ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Working Church Is A Healthy Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,581 views

    This sermon encourages embracing the power, honor, and health of the church through active participation and spiritual nourishment from God's Word.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful gathering of believers. Isn't it wonderful to be here, in the house of our Lord, surrounded by brothers and sisters in Christ, ready to receive His Word? I am so glad you have chosen to be here today, to share in this time of fellowship and learning. It is a ...read more

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    Living In Wolf Country PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,041 views

    Encourages believers to face life's challenges with wisdom and harmlessness, drawing strength and hope from the teachings and fellowship of Jesus Christ.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity of spirit and heart to share in the Word of God. We are here to draw closer to our Savior, to learn from His teachings, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His presence. We are ...read more

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    Our Need For A Savior Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 7, 2025
     | 609 views

    Romans lays out the sin problem of man like no other book of the Bible. The tragedy of sin is in full view. Sin destroys individuals, families, and societies. Romans lays out the problem and gives the solution.

    Our need for a savior Romans 1:18-32 We are told of the sin problem from the beginning of the Bible. Genesis chapter 3 explains the origin of sin, when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. The results of sin quickly spiral out of control when Cain, the first son of Adam, kills his brother. The problem of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    La Navidad Es Aprender Un Nuevo Idioma Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 24, 2025
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     | 144 views

    La Navidad no se mide por lo perfecta que es, sino por lo profundamente que se siente.

    Título: La Navidad es aprender un nuevo idioma Introducción: La Navidad no se mide por lo perfecta que es, sino por lo profundamente que se siente. Escritura: Lucas 2:15-20 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hace unos años, una abuela de Bombay sorprendió a su familia ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Watch The Lamb

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2025
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     | 717 views

    Simon of Cyrene came to offer a lamb and carried the cross for the Lamb of God. One-half mile separated the Temple from the Cross; Simon saw both covenants in operation and sided with the grace of Jesus!

    WATCH THE LAMB Mark 15:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this minister, he'd been out bear hunting all day. He searched through the woods, but found no signs of a bear. Frustrated, he threw his gun down on the ground and walked over to a stream to cool off. 2. About that time ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Do This In Remembrance

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 3, 2025
     | 225 views

    At the Lord’s Table we remember His cross, receive His grace, and proclaim His coming, finding wholeness, forgiveness, and belonging in Christ.

    Introduction – A Place of Belonging I once attended a wedding in Yerevan, Armenia, held at the Sport Arena Center near the big bridge that leads into the city. If you’ve ever crossed that bridge at sunset, you know how the light spills across the hills and makes the city glow like it’s dressed for ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    All Saints PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,070 views

    This sermon explores our sanctification for service, the hope in seeing our Savior, and resilience in surviving life's storms through God's Word and His love.

    Today, we will be focusing on the Scriptures from Matt. 5:1-12, Rev. 7:9-17, 1 Jn 3:1-3, and Ps. 34:1-10. As we prepare our hearts to receive these words, let's remember what the great Charles Spurgeon once said: "Nobody ever outgrows Scripture; the book widens and deepens with our years." Let's ...read more

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    The Lord Of The Sabbath PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,327 views

    This sermon explores the concept of Jesus as the Lord of the Sabbath, challenging traditional understandings and deepening our relationship with Him.

    Good morning, friends. We are gathered here today to talk about something we all know. Something we all live by. The Sabbath. We all know the Sabbath, don't we? It's that day of rest. That day of peace. That day of worship. But today, we're going to look at the Sabbath in a new light. We're going ...read more

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    When Jesus Interrupts The Sinful Series

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 121 ratings
     | 4,951 views

    When Jesus encounters the sinful person, He stands ready to interrupt their cycle of pain and bring forgiveness and wholeness.

    "When Jesus Interrupts the Sinful" Luke 5:17-26 INTRODUCTION What is a "sinner?" Who is a "sinner?" We often define "sinful" people to be those incorrigible outcasts we see on the news. Actually, "sin" means "to miss the mark." The mark is that of being just like God intended us to be. God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does God Want?

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,320 views

    This sermon gives three things tha God wants form his people.

    I. Introduction a. Who is Micah? i. Micah preached during the eighth century BC. ii. He preached to the Common people of Judah. iii. His name means “who is like Yahweh?” b. The People of Micah’s time were in a formal religion. i. Assyria to the North – Strong Military had already taken Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Color Of Your Heart

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Feb 3, 2001
    based on 111 ratings
     | 3,774 views

    Jesus placed high importance on the purity of the heart. Why is the color of your heart so important?

    "The Color of Your Heart" Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION The teachings of Jesus were continually aimed at the hearts of men and women. The religion of Jesus requires purity of heart. Any faith or philosophy that moves away from purity is not of God. Jesus would change our hearts and minds. Why is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Heals The Inner Person

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,505 views

    People often focus on physical healing. There are more areas that need healing than merely our bodies. We need spiritual and emotional healing also. Jesus touches our lives and heals us in whatever we need to be healed.

    Mark 5:1-13 “Jesus Heals the Inner Person” INTRODUCTION There are many memorable people in the Bible. There is Moses, Ruth, David, Peter, Mary and Martha. The man in our story this evening is one of the most memorable people in the Bible, for me, because of his total misery and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran