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  • Ian Hyde avatar

    The Wonder Of The Risen Lord

    Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 29, 2019
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     | 2,803 views

    Experience the wonder and awe the women must have felt on finding the empty tomb this Easter morning.

    In everyday speech, we tend to use words like “wonderful” and “awesome” quite a bit. “That cake was wonderful.” “I got out of work early today and had an awesome afternoon.” “What a wonderful service.” Usually we just mean something was nice, or convenient, or was pleasing to the senses. But I ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Trip To The Potter's House

    Contributed by Don Spooner on Jan 23, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 11,119 views

    We are placed on the Potter’s wheel at out new birth and are shaped into a vessel, that meets the Potter’s specification.

    The prophet Jeremiah functioned in ancient Israel, just before they were carried into captivity as punishment for the sins of idolatry. This text shows us that God was eager to withhold judgement and extend mercy, if only Israel would repent. Unfortunately they would not and were carried off in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The House Of Prayer

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Apr 23, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,511 views

    We may be the most orthodox in belief; we may be the most inspirational in our music, but with out prayer we have no power.

    The House of Prayer Introduction: Jim Cymballa, pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, told his small congregation that “if they called upon the Lord, He had promised in His word to answer, to bring the unsaved to Himself, and to pour out His Spirit among them. If they did not call upon the Lord, He had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Cord Of Three Strands

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 18, 2002
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     | 23,509 views

    "A threefold cord is not quickly broken" Ecclesiastes 4:12.

    Theme: A cord of three strands Text: Ecclesiastics 4:9-12; Matthew 19:1-9 Marriage should follow the same pattern that God Himself established at the dawn of human history at the marriage of Adam and Eve. In that marriage we can almost picture Eve coming to Adam on the arm of the Lord Himself. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Foundation Of Faith Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,914 views

    I learned when I’m fishing on the ocean, and I get out where I no longer see the shore, I must place my trust in the captain of the boat…I want to get so far off shore, with Jesus, that all I can do is trust the Captain of my ship. adapted from a sermon

    A Life Built on Faith: “Faith’s Foundation” Matthew 13:53-58 A man named Gregory P. Elder told of growing up on the Atlantic Coast. And what he loved to do as a child was to spend his time down at the beach. For hours each day, he’d sit on the sand and build castles and intricate cities. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Rewards

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 11, 2013
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    I. EXORDIUM: Did you received GOD's Reward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD rewards us every now and then with his Faithfulness and Righteousness whenever He sees we need it thru CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 2

    I. EXORDIUM: Did you received GOD's Reward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD rewards us every now and then with his Faithfulness and Righteousness whenever He sees we need it thru CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 26:23 (Amplified Bible) The Lord rewards ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Life Of Faith

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 4, 2012
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     | 5,547 views

    Without faith our foundation will be too shallow and we will eventually begin to lean off center… and even fall over. This sermon was adapted from a sermon by Jeff Strite

    A man named Gregory P. Elder told of growing up on the Atlantic Coast. And what he loved to do as a child was to spend his time down at the beach. For hours each day, he’d sit on the sand and build castles and intricate cities. But one year his joy in these creations was threatened by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 396 views

    The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

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    The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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     | 477 views

    The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

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    Worship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 430 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of approaching God with humility, listening more than speaking, and understanding His willingness to hear our prayers.

    Good morning, dear family of God. Isn't it marvelous to be gathered here today, in this sacred space, where the echoes of countless praises and prayers reverberate off the walls? It's a place filled with the whispers of our shared faith, a faith that speaks of grace, forgiveness, and an ...read more

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    When God Is Silent Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 30, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 17,288 views

    How do we deal with the issue of unanswered prayer?

    The Rev. Dr. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor October 27, 2002 Habbakuk 1:1-13 1 The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet received. 2 How long, O LORD, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you, "Violence!" but you do not save? 3 Why do you make me look at injustice? Why do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Losing God In Religion Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 3, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,296 views

    We lose God when we emphasize a ritual or object over and above our relationship with God. Don't expect God's blessings without repentance.

    During a service at an old synagogue, when a particular prayer was said, half the congregants stood up and half remained sitting. The half that was seated started yelling at those standing to sit down, and the ones standing yelled at the ones sitting to stand up. The new rabbi didn't know ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Nurtured In The Faith Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,573 views

    Jesus was brought up in a family that actively participated in the religious traditions and rituals of their faith. Being brought up in the community of believers prepared Jesus for his earthly ministry.

    Luke 2:41-52 “Nurtured in the Faith” INTRODUCTION Have you noticed how quickly Christmas is celebrated and then forgotten? The stores have already started removing their Christmas decorations and replacing them with Valentines Day. The radio stations have stopped playing Christmas Carols, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Micah - True Worship Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 4, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,976 views

    True worships relates, it is a relationship, not rituals. True worship obeys. To obey is better than sacrifices. True worship impacts. It changes your life and influences others.

    God has chosen to bless His people Israel and through them, the world. • They were set apart to worship God and be His witnesses to the nations. • But sadly, the people have gone astray. God was pleading His case, calling the mountains and hills to be His witnesses. • 6:3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Week Two Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,501 views

    Lent is a ritual of the Church that leads us into the hope we have in Jesus. Fasting and Prayer are disciplines of Lent to bring about suffering to draw a person closer to God

    “Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter. Early church father ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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