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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    A "Come To Jesus" Moment Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 5, 2017
    based on 10 ratings
     | 40,847 views

    A grieving father comes to Jesus to ask him to heal his dying son, and yet Jesus rebukes him. Why? What possible reason could Jesus have to be so harsh with this man?

    OPEN: An instructor was conducting a seminar for executives and focusing on the topic of decision making. So he started out telling the story of 5 frogs sitting on a log. “Four of the frogs decide to jump into the water. How many frogs are there left on the log?” The class almost unanimously ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living In The Fear Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 27, 2013
     | 6,845 views

    The term "fear of the Lord" is not a popular one today.

    Living In The Fear Of The Lord Text: 1 Peter 1:17-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: One time many years ago, the king of Hungary found himself depressed and unhappy. He sent for his brother, a good-natured but rather indifferent prince. The king said to him, "I am a great sinner; I fear to meet ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "the Strength Of The Ox."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,854 views

    Beloved, the ox is a metaphor for a pastor's need for freedom to lead and expand the Church's impact. Working together in unity and harmony as one body, we can make a substantial difference in our community by spreading love, hope, and kindness to those in need.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Proverbs 14:4) “Where no oxen are, the crib is clean: but much increase is by the strength of the ox.” (Proverbs 15:17) “Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.” (1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Words Of Wisdom For Graduates

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 10, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,971 views

    In this passage, Solomon is acting as a teacher instructing his students about life. He concludes with his observations about the purpose of life; and in his closing remarks we find four words of wisdom that can be applied to graduates.

    Today is our Graduate Recognition, and I feel led to share from a passage in Ecclesiastes. This book is believed to have been written by Solomon, since Ecclesiastes 1:1 says that these are “the words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem.” To get started, I think these words can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Intercedes Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 10, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,485 views

    Romans 8:26-28 is a very comforting passage... but what does the Bible mean by saying God intercedes for us?

    The court was in session and there were the usual niceties that had to be observed. Everyone stood as the judge entered the courtroom. When everyone was seated again, the judge read the charges, and then asked the man at the defense table: “Are you the defendant in this case?” The defendant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pull Up & Pull Out Of Sin PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 101 views

    The sermon encourages believers to let go of burdens and sins, trusting Jesus to strengthen and guide them as they faithfully persevere in their spiritual journey.

    Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a sigh. The week felt heavy. The heart feels hurried. The soul feels sticky with cares that cling like wet clothes in a storm. You’ve tried to push through, to power up, to pretend it’s fine. Yet there’s this whisper within: “There has to be a ...read more

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    A Theological Study Of The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 25, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 12,676 views

    This sermon is a profound study of the resurrection and examines the following seven aspects namely 1.PRIORITY 2.PERSONS 3.PRE-EMINENCE 4.PHYSICAL NATURE 5.PROOF 6.PRIVILEGES 7.POWER

    A THEOLOGICAL STUDY OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST ******************************************************* OUTLINE 1.PRIORITY OF THE RESURRECTION 2.PERSONS INVOLVED IN THE RESURRECTION 3.PRE-EMINENCE OF THE RESURRECTION 4.PHYSICAL NATURE OF THE RESURRECTION 5.PROOF OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A King In The Gate

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,110 views

    David’s emergence from grief over Absalom was marked by his "sitting in the gate" -- a sign of healthy recovery in that he had begun to care for others more than for his own wounds, he had returned to the work of justice, he faced vulnerability, he resumed leadership, he could face his own grief.

    I This day the noise of battle, the next the victory’s won. Or so the king hoped. Much was at stake. His own future was uncertain; the nation’s stability was shaky; the confidence of those around him was low; and, most of all, his relationship with his son was in jeopardy. There had been a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are Family

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Oct 20, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,283 views

    The first century Church gathered together daily. This sermon is an invitation to come home an be with your family. When you are away, we miss you, and your Heavenly Father waits for you.

    You’ve probably heard this story before. It’s been around for a long time. This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular campground and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Man With An Evil Spirit

    Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    Jesus comes to the unclean and lonely place and brings redemption, deliverance and forgiveness, he can do that today of us if we let him

    Do you believe? Peter Pan implored all to believe in fairies to save Tinker Bell, Do you believe in fairies, me I feel that they things of fiction really. From today’s reading I would ask you a more pertinent question, do you believe in demons or do you feel they are the work of fiction? Bertrand ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The One Thing You Can't Live Without

    Contributed by Chadrick Forrester on Mar 4, 2007
     | 12,776 views

    This sermon calls on people to place saving faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Introduction What is the one thing in life that you can’t live without? What is that "one thing" that is most important? Many would name some material thing such as car, or a piece of property. Others would name their job or favorite hobby. Still others would mention some immaterial thing such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Every Shut Eye Ain't Sleep, Every Goodbye Ain't Gone

    Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on May 3, 2007
    based on 91 ratings
     | 60,307 views

    A eulogy for a woman who died, who had several physical challenges, but was raised in the church and knew the Lord. The sermon can be easily adapted to fit any person who dies in Christ.

    Text: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. 53 For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Friend Of The Full Heart Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 23, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,815 views

    Christmas is a time for full hearts: weary, guilty, anxious, sad -- past, present, and future. Mary felt the same things, but Christ comes to forgive our past, empower our present, and assure our future.

    Christmas is an emotional time. All kinds of feelings are involved with the celebration of Christmas. If you don’t feel some tension, some excitement, or some pressure, something at this time of the year, you are either dead or you’ve been watching the Redskins, which is about the same thing. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Open Doors

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,609 views

    This sermon is about loving your neighbor and treating them with compassion and mercy. It also tells about the Good Samaritan in an updated version.

    Luke 10:25-37 reads, “And behold a certain lawyer stood up and tested Him, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” He said to him, “What is written in the law? What is your reading of it?” So he answered and said, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Finer Points Of Love (Part 2)

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,991 views

    This study examines characteristics 4-7 of the fifteeen qualities of love found in I Corinthians 13.

    Last week we began a series entitled the “Finer Points Of Love.” We are studying the fifteen characteristics of love that are listed in I Cor. 13:4-7. The first three are: love is patient, love is kind, and love is not jealous. Today we take a brief look at the next four. Quality number 4: love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist