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  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Know Your Place

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 11, 2023
     | 1,033 views

    God doesn’t owe us, he owns us. In fact, he owns us twice over: first through the right of creation, and second through the right of purchase.

    The great preacher Ray Stedman used to tell a wonderful story of a faithful missionary couple returning from Africa back in the days of Teddy Roosevelt. After years of service they came back on the same ship as President Roosevelt, who was returning from a big game hunting expedition in Africa. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Teachings Of Titus #4

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022
     | 3,249 views

    Good preaching and teaching INSTRUCTS, but also it MOTIVATES.

    In the previous sermon, Titus 2:1-10, Paul gave Titus some good INSTRUCTIONS to give to all age levels, from the elderly to the young. In this passage of scripture, he now gives them the MOTIVATION for why they should do these things. He does this by sharing the message of grace with them. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Got A Plan

    Contributed by William Noel on Jan 11, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,923 views

    It’s God’s Team (Christians) vs. the Devil’s Team. Learn to follow God’s 3-play game plan, and you will be blessed!

    Intro. * Ill.: Growing up in Illinois, we didn’t have $500 XBox’s or PlayStations. We had to come up with our own games, using the stuff around us. A Lot of times we used to play kickball or basketball or the like, to pass time Of course, ’Someone. usually the best athletic among us, would come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "It's Tight, But It's Right"

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 24, 2014
     | 13,156 views

    This text reminds us that God sets the terms and conditions for a life with Him through Jesus Christ.

    “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. 14For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it. (Matthew 7:13-14) This text is part of a discourse by Jesus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bumpin Into Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018
     | 5,291 views

    This sermon is about making an effort to encounter Jesus in an intentional way instead of just bumping into him on occasion. It should cause us to look at our relationship with Christ and evaluate whether we are in a relationship with Jesus or if he is just a casual acquaintance.

    In our scripture today we find Jesus surrounded by a large crowd on His way to the home of a synagogue official named Jarius’ whose daughter is dying. Now in the whole of the scripture today we learn of two separate miracles but I want to focus on just one today. I want to focus not on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You The One?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 4, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,480 views

    when John the Baptist hears of Jesus' ministry, he begins to doubt that he is the 'real' Messiah

    Matthew 11:2-11 Today we enter the third week of Advent – with it the anticipation of the Birth of Christ. In just a little over one week we will be sitting in this sanctuary celebrating Jesus’ birth. . . the Advent of the Messiah. But today’s scripture is not foretelling the birth of Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Questions Concerning Worship

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 5,050 views

    A look at some important issues and hot topics concerning worship in our time.

    TEXT: EPHESIANS 5:19-21 TITLE: “QUESTIONS CONCERNING WORSHIP” (Majority of material taken from Bob Russel’s When God Build A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. I read this little piece not too long ago. I don’t know the author but its message is worth ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does It Take To Be Ready? Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,636 views

    We need to be watchful and ready for Christ’s return

    “What does it take to be ready? - Luke 12:35-59” Gladstone Baptist Church - 21/1/07 am It is embarrassing when we are caught off guard by our bosses. Do you remember that TV commercial that was airing a couple of years ago about 2 young guys who were playing a computer game across their work ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hearts On Fire

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 3, 2023
     | 2,178 views

    Road to Emmaus

    Hearts on Fire Luke 24:13-35 Good Morning, He is Risen! Today we celebrate the most important event that ever happened within Christianity; the Resurrection of Christ. Even though we celebrate the Resurrection of Christ; there were some present there that day, who were hopeless because they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When You Find Yourself In A Rut, Dig A Ditch

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 161 ratings
     | 30,450 views

    Break out of the rut that is sapping you of your hope and life. Learn the powerful principle of digging ditches in the middle of your dry place.

    “WHEN YOU FIND YOURSELF IN A RUT, DIG A DITCH” 2 Kings 3:4-27 INTRO:1.Let’s first take a look at the background of this event. a)Israel had become a divided nation. b)King Jehosaphat ruled Judah - a righteous King. c)King Joram ruled Israel - Son of Ahab and Jezebel, an idolatrous king. d)Together ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    Is Christianity Just Another Religion

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Oct 19, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 3,824 views

    Unfortunately too many people think Christianity is just one amongst many religions. This sermon gives the three main differences why it is not!

    Is Christianity just another religion? Discussion with some friends at restaurant in Caloundra • Is Christianity just another religion? They said “guess so” • That bothered me. Here were long time Christians saying Christianity is just another religion • Hope none of you say it is just another ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Just In Time! Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 16,692 views

    A meditation: We rejoice in a God who keeps His Word.

    JUST IN TIME! Luke 2:22-32 S: Promise kept Th: We have a reason to rejoice! Pr: WE REJOICE IN A GOD WHO KEEPS HIS WORD. ?: How is it observed? KW: Aspects TS: As we consider the story of Simeon, we will observe three aspects that show us why we have reason to rejoice. Inductive The _____ aspect ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Juan Lane avatar

    The Value Of God

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,400 views

    We really need to consider the true value that the word of God has on our lives

    The Value of God Scripture Reference: Acts 3:1-6 (KJV) Acts 3:1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2 And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael B. Perrott avatar

    Ready - Or Not? #2 Series

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 3, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,052 views

    A SERMON FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT: John the Baptist’s call to prepare the way, that we may receive and welcome Jesus the Christ

    Mark 1:1-8 ‘Ready – or Not? #2’ In different ways, we all know the importance of signs and symbols. They point us in the right direction, give us instruction, and help us avoid making mistakes. We might be washing our clothes, and looking at the label inside to tell us what temperature to wash ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mary Erickson avatar

    Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 1, 2021
     | 1,793 views

    Jesus launched his ministry at the synagogue in Capernaum. The people present were amazed and astounded by the encounter. Are you amazed and astounded when you encounter Jesus?

    January 31, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 1:21-28 Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. What do you expect when you attend a worship service? We have certain expectations of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran