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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus Transforms Lives Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,293 views

    This sermon explores three transformations that take place in the lives of people who encounter the resurrected Christ.

    Scripture I remember a geography lesson I received while in Primary School in South Africa. We learned that the southernmost tip of Cape Town, South Africa is Cape Point, which has experienced treacherous storms over the centuries. For many years no one knew what lay beyond that cape, for no ship ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    It Happened That Day!

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,255 views

    Easter, Mary Magdalene and her encunter with the Risen Christ, how do we encounter him?

    Surprise, was this the main emotion on that Sunday morning? Mary a woman from the town of Magdala, This woman who owed her current reality to this man, this Jesus of Nazareth, the man who had freed her from seven demons, the brokenness and control that they had had over her life, she had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    How Can We Fail To Share That Love Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 6, 2014
     | 3,937 views

    Being a Christian is the result of an encounter with Jesus Christ, giving life a new horizon and decisive direction.

    Thursday of 23rd Week in Course and Commemoration of 9/11 Today we remember the events of September 11, 2001. That day, called nine-eleven, the whole world changed. In the Muslim world, it was an anniversary of the battle that raised the siege of Vienna, a huge defeat for the Muslim Turks, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Have Peace. Take Heart. Don’t Be Troubled Or Afraid Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 12, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,159 views

    In this world we will encountered hardships, we will encounter difficulties, we will encounter circumstances and situations, BUT God will grant us peace.

    We continue in our series on discovering our destiny and on this Healing and Wholeness Sunday we are going to consider how we can “Take heart in trials and sorrows”. If we could live in a world where there is no trouble, no difficulties, no conflicts, no difficult circumstances, no worrying ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Answering The First-Century "karens" He Encountered Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 13, 2025
     | 195 views

    All of them were survivors, in the strict sense, each party with its own quirks. The Pharisees stood behind the Law.

    Friday of the Fifteenth Week in Course 2025 Have you ever wondered just why it was that the Pharisees, who seemed to be everywhere Jesus went, were such prigs? These days we might even call the “Karens,” although I’ve known real Karens and they weren’t so judgmental as the Pharisees. I think the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Responses To The Birth Of Christ

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Dec 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,314 views

    Examine the responses of several key biblical characters to the birth of Christ while reflecting upon our own response.

    Introduction A few days ago we celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ. We had a great Christmas Eve service followed by an outstanding Christmas Eve party. But now what? Many people experience the “Christmas blues.” It is hard being away from family during Christmas when there are so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come And Be Warriors For Christ Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,747 views

    As a Christian you are being enlisted to do the following… be strong…but how? in the Lord’s power in the Lord’s might We are called to be strong in the sovereign unlimited power of the Lord—in the power of His might—in His ability to use His power

    Come and Be God’s Warrior Called to be Warriors for Christ Called to Suit up for Battle Called to wear our Armor always It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement To Persevere In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,323 views

    We are continuing in our series on Discovering Your Destiny and we are thinking about what it means to Persevere. If we are honest, we know that there are times when we struggle to live in the way that God has commanded us to live.

    Encouragement to Persevere in Christ. We are continuing in our series on Discovering Your Destiny and we are thinking about what it means to Persevere. The Christian life is not the easy option. If we are honest, we know that there are times when we struggle to live in the way that God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Risen Christ Is With You

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 13, 2026
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     | 115 views

    In the midst of tears, fear, confusion and discouragement, the Risen Lord Jesus was right there beside his distraught disciples and followers to empower them and encourage them. No matter what we are going through let’s never forget our living Savior will never leave us nor forsake us.

    Today’s meditation is based on John 20:14-15, Having said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Living Christ In The Church Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 29, 2013
     | 5,883 views

    Let’s consider three lessons from Acts 3. 1. The lesson of crippled people and what can be done to help. 2. The lesson of divine authority and how we can have access to it. 3. The lesson of a living message and its relevance for our times.

    4-11-03 The Living Christ in the Church Text: Peter said, “I have neither silver nor gold, but what I do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Futility Of Christ's Passion Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 15, 2012
     | 4,512 views

    If Christ did not rise, his death was pointless and our faith is foolishness.

    Introduction Imagine hearing someone give a word of revelation like this from the First Church of Corinth on Easter morning: We have become new creatures in Christ. He has sent his Holy Spirit who has made us spiritual beings. The resurrection of Jesus Christ that we celebrate is a sign to us of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Missing Christ At Christmas

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Dec 27, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,316 views

    In this sermon we discuss how so many people miss out on the true meaning of Christmas because their focus is on anything and everything but Jesus Christ

    Missing Christ During Christmas Text: Luke 2:41 – 49 You know, something interesting happens this time of year… every year at this time of year, it’s the same old thing… you see it when you talk to people, or visit with them a little bit… and it’s a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Rewards For Serving Christ Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,633 views

    After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a promise. Those who faithfully served the Lord & who faithfully support these workers will be rewarded.

    MATTHEW 10: 40-42 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] REWARDS FOR SERVING CHRIST [Revelation 22: 10-17] After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a simply amazing promise. Jesus had instructed His disciples to stay in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 13, 2023
     | 2,721 views

    A woman named Phyllis W. Zeno, a contributor to 10 Chicken Soup books, wrote the following story: “One day a beautiful, but very troubled little girl came through the door of my day nursery.

    Alba 3-12-2023 KNOW THE LOVE OF CHRIST Ephesians 3:14-19 A woman named Phyllis W. Zeno, a contributor to 10 Chicken Soup books, wrote the following story: “One day a beautiful, but very troubled little girl came through the door of my day nursery. From the very beginning I was captivated by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    True Disciples Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,039 views

    This sermon explores the radical call to discipleship, emphasizing self-denial, cross-bearing, and following Jesus, regardless of the cost, for the glory of God.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I am so grateful to be here with you today, sharing the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's Word. Isn't it wonderful to gather together, to lift our voices in praise, to bow our hearts in prayer, and to open our minds to the wisdom of the Holy ...read more

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