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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Knowin' Where You're Goin' Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 8, 2016
    based on 15 ratings
     | 42,019 views

    Peter, James and John catch the biggest haul of fish they'd ever known... and then they just left their nets and boat to follow Jesus. Why would they do that?

    OPEN: Albert Einstein was taking a train to an out of town engagement. The conductor stopped by to punch his ticket, but the scientist – preoccupied with his work, explained that he couldn't find his ticket. He couldn’t find it in his coat pockets, in his briefcase, anywhere!! The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Change In Religion Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 12, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,889 views

    What did Jesus mean when He told Nicodemus "You must be born again"? And what does His comment about being "born of the water and the Spirit" mean to us today?

    OPEN: A man was obviously lost. He saw a little boy was standing by the side of a road and a and pulled up beside him. “Sonny,” he said, “do you know how to get to town?” The kid said, “No sir, I don’t.” Then the man said, “Well do you know the way to route 20?” The little boy said, “No.” And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sibling Rivalry Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 23, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,317 views

    Sibling rivalry starts with one person feeling they've been slighted. They deserved to be treated better. And expect this kind of rivalry in children - it's when we become adults that this desire to "be the star" can destroy families, churches and relationships.

    OPEN: Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVI2fX-1uPU That clip was from a popular TV series called “This Is Us” where a couple of the main actors (brothers Kevin and Randall) get into a fight. The scene is an excellent example of a common conflict most families experience called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Resurrection - The Devoted Women At The Tomb – Resurrection Message For Easter – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 29, 2023
     | 2,815 views

    It was Resurrection Sunday and a little group of devoted women were at the tomb to honour the Lord in burial, but He was not there. Sadness turned to shock which left the women perplexed and horrified. We will concentrate on this group of loyal women on that Resurrection Sunday.

    THE RESURRECTION - THE DEVOTED WOMEN AT THE TOMB – RESURRECTION MESSAGE FOR EASTER – PART 1 [A]. INTRODUCTION TO RESURRECTION As I am sure you all realise, this Sunday is Resurrection Sunday. (This message was given on an Easter Sunday). All our churches will be empty for Good Friday and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Message 3 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 3 - Paul’s Great Desire To Connect With The Saints At Thessalonica Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 29, 2022
     | 1,587 views

    Paul really loved the believers at Thessalonica. His concern for their welfare was so great he sent Timothy to them and he earnestly prayed for them day and night. In their suffering he prayed they would stand firm in holiness.

    MESSAGE 3 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 3 - PAUL’S GREAT DESIRE TO CONNECT WITH THE SAINTS AT THESSALONICA {{1Thessalonians 3:1 “Therefore when we could endure it no longer, we thought it best to be left behind at Athens alone, 1Thess 3:2 and we sent Timothy, our brother and God’s fellow worker in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Clean Up Our Act

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 3, 2022
     | 1,878 views

    God told Israel you need to clean up your act by washing yourself and make yourself clean.

    “Clean Up our act” Isaiah 1:1-20 1. God expects not meaningless sacrifice (The ritual stuff) but sacrifice that are meaningful (sincerity) • 11 “The multitude of your sacrifices— what are they to me?” says the LORD. “I have more than enough of burnt offerings, of rams and the fat of fattened ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Sign Of The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2017
    based on 11 ratings
     | 27,459 views

    Why would Jesus heal a man on the Sabbath and then tell the man (in violation of the Sabbath rules of the Pharisees) to pick up his mat and walk?

    OPEN: There’s a story I read once of 3 umpires who were talking about the feeling of power they had on the baseball field. As they talked about what gave them this sense of empowerment, the 1st umpire said – “I call ‘em as I see ‘em.” The 2nd smiled and said, “That ain’t nothing. I call ‘em as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hollow Places And Gushing Rivers

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 5, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,180 views

    The passion behind the cry of Jesus that if any thirst, let them come unto him and drink.

    Hollow places and Gushing Rivers Text: John 7:37-39 / John 17:3-that you might know me A. Background of this setting: 1. The feast of Tabernacles- was a solemn, yet joyful procession each day from the temple to the Gihon Spring- the spring which fed the reservoir we know as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Fruit Of The Tree Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 19, 2020
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,344 views

    The Sycamores of the Middle East are highly prized. And it was one such highly prized and valuable tree who's limbs held a despised and sinful man. Why was he despised and what difference did Jesus make in his life?

    OPEN: The story of Zacchaeus only occurs in the Gospel of Luke. It seems to me that its possible that, as Luke interviewed people for his Gospel, he may have spoken with Zacchaeus - and the man’s story stood out to him. It’s also possible, given that Zacchaeus’ name is used here, that he was known ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus The Path To Peace Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 17, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,919 views

    Peace on earth? With wars and rumors of wars what possible peace could the angels be announcing? And how does the baby Jesus fit into all this?

    OPEN: I love to sing Christmas Carols, so this morning I want you to stand and sing 3 verses of “Silent Night” with me. 1. “Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Doing Without God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,483 views

    God tells us that those who are outside of Christ are "without God". What does that mean to those outside of Christ and what does that mean for us INside of Christ?

    OPEN: Back in 1959, Charleston Heston starred in a movie that is still considered one of the greatest movies of all time --- Ben Hur. It was a Biblical epic that is still known for its climatic chariot race where Heston (the hero of the film) was intent on destroying his hated enemy. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wonder Of Jesus’ Baptism Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 3, 2013
    based on 110 ratings
     | 45,657 views

    Why did John baptize Jesus? And why so quickly? Granted Jesus said it was to "fulfill all righteousness", but what exactly could that mean?

    OPEN: A little girl wanted to get baptized but her mother wanted her to attend some classes to make sure she knew what she was committing herself to. After one of the classes, her mother asked, "Honey, what does baptism mean?" Thinking hard, the little girl the finally said, "Well, it isn’t the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Heart Of The Matter: When Tradition Makes A Trespasser

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 4, 2025
     | 49 views

    This sermon delivers Jesus' powerful warning that religious traditions can become a dangerous substitute for God's commands, leading to a worthless worship from a heart that is far from Him.

    Introduction: The Danger of Good Habits Traditions can be wonderful things. They give us a sense of identity and rhythm. They connect us to our heritage and to our families. In the life of faith, traditions and habits—like coming to church, praying before a meal, or reading our Bibles—can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come And Drink (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 16, 2012
     | 7,118 views

    The reason your life might stink, is because your life has become a stagnant storage tank instead of rivers of living water!

    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 concerning the Spirit, whom those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus! The Giver Of Abundant Life Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,235 views

    John desired his readers to know and understand that Jesus brought to this life a 'new wine' that would change their lives forever, and for us today the book of John reveals that not only did Jesus come to die for our sin, but He also came to bring unspea

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: February 2002, edited August 2010 Date Preached: August 29, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM – Lord’s Supper Service) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Recognizing and Responding to the Living Word Title: The Giver of Abundant Life Text: John 2:1-11 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist