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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Robot Christians

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 4, 2025
     | 500 views

    In this sermon I will be preaching on the warning God gave to the church at Ephesus, “NEVERTHELESS, I HAVE SOMEWHAT AGAINST THEE.”

    Have you ever had someone come to you and say, “I need to talk to you, I have something against you that I want to discuss with you.” This is exactly what the Lord said to the church at Ephesus. “NEVERTHELESS, I HAVE SOMEWHAT AGAINST THEE.” Let’s look at what the Lord had against this church, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nevertheless, I Have Somewhat Against Thee (Church Of Ephesus) Revelation #1

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2025
     | 375 views

    If you had been living at the time of the writing about the seven churches of Revelation, and you wanted to live in the most exciting city in the world, you probably would have selected Ephesus.

    Two hundred thirty cities dotted the coastline of Asia Minor, and many of them were great cities, but Ephesus was the queen of them all. Paul went to Ephesus on his third missionary journey. He stayed there two years. He had two things to say about those two years. Look at I Cor. 16:9, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    James And John Call "shot Gun"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 16, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,822 views

    A sermon about following in the steps our Servant Savior.

    “James and John Call ‘Shotgun!!!’” Mark 10:35-45 Did anyone else grow up calling “shotgun” when heading toward the car you were about to ride in? If you called “shotgun,” you got the privilege to sit in the passenger seat in front, next to the driver. And the first one to call shotgun got ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sermon 1: Pressing Toward Perfection Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 17, 2025
     | 172 views

    True faith is not stagnant; it is a continual journey from the foundational principles toward spiritual maturity.

    Brothers and sisters, imagine a master builder who is about to construct a great and glorious temple. He spends weeks, even months, digging deep, laying a massive, strong foundation. He uses the best stone, the strongest mortar. It is a perfect foundation. But then, he stops. He comes back day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genesis Chapter 4: The First Family And The Birth Of Violence By Pst. Joseph Ondu Series

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Nov 16, 2025
     | 75 views

    The story of Genesis 4 calls us to check our hearts, to deal with anger and jealousy, and to worship God sincerely. It also assures us that no matter how dark sin becomes, God’s mercy shines brighter. He still speaks, still warns, still forgives, and still calls us to return to Him.

    Genesis Chapter 4: The First Family and the Birth of Violence Introduction Genesis chapter 4 continues the story of humanity after the fall. It introduces the first family born outside the Garden of Eden—Adam, Eve, and their two sons, Cain and Abel. This chapter reveals how quickly sin spread ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The First Three Chapters (Suras) Of The Koran. Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 21, 2015
     | 3,674 views

    We enter cautiously into the very unusual world of Islam via the first 3 chapters of its holiest book.

    Lesson 14 , More Introductory Matters, and Sura 1 Note: From this point on, all quotations from the Koran are taken from The Generous Qur'an, copyright 2009, used by permission of Usama Dakdok Publishing, LLC. So we enter in. Here in my hand is a Koran. Well, not really. It is very like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Child Is This? Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 22, 2022
     | 2,912 views

    The humble humanity of Jesus Christ who is born this first Christmas morning. The humble humanity of Jesus is all the more impressive when you see his Majestic Deity.

    Imagine you were one of the shepherds in the field keeping watch over the flocks by night. Suddenly an angel of the Lord appears and the glory of the Lord shines everywhere. You are terrified by this sight. The angel of the Lord tells you not to be afraid. Then comes an announcement of good news ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Counting The Cost

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 19, 2022
     | 2,508 views

    One of the things that we are impressed by today, is numbers.

    When we drive down the highway and see a lot of cars in the parking lot of a restaurant, we assume that it is a great place to eat. Many of us would admit that we have eaten at places where the parking lot was filled with cars, but we were not impressed with the food or the service. We make that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Heavenly Father Takes Care Of You, So Place First Things First Series

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,910 views

    Worry steals us away from seeking God's kingdom and his righteousness. With birds and lilies, Jesus brings home how great our heavenly Father's care is. So why worry? Parts: A. How great his care for you!. B. Seek his kingdom and his righteousness.

    Text: Matthew 6:24-34 Theme: Your heavenly Father Takes Care of You, So Place First Things First A. How great his care for you! B. Seek his kingdom and his righteousness Season: Epiphany 8a Date: February 27, 2011 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Who Will Be First Off The Mark? What Hypocrite Will Throw The First Stone? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 9, 2022
     | 1,835 views

    The woman taken in adultery is story that brings out the worst in hypocrisy, judgemental hate and accusation. Yet it is a beautiful account of forgiveness. it has so many lessons.

    WHO WILL BE FIRST OFF THE MARK? WHAT HYPOCRITE WILL THROW THE FIRST STONE? SERIES - THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL THE WOMAN TAKEN IN ADULTERY – John 8 v 1-11 PART 1 This story is not found in every manuscript of scripture, and it is believed that it was omitted for fear of encouraging ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Will Be First Off The Mark? What Hypocrite Will Throw The First Stone? Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 9, 2022
     | 1,344 views

    The woman taken in adultery is story that brings out the worst in hypocrisy, judgemental hate and accusation. Yet it is a beautiful account of forgiveness. It has so many lessons to apply to life in this world.

    WHO WILL BE FIRST OFF THE MARK? WHAT HYPOCRITE WILL THROW THE FIRST STONE? PART 2 SERIES - THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL THE WOMAN TAKEN IN ADULTERY – John 8 v 1-11 PART 2 [The account of the woman taken in adultery continues. This is Part 2 of the message.] Earlier, I said that adultery ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Imprinted (Fifth Sunday After The Epiphany February 5 2023)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 4, 2023
     | 923 views

    Paul’s purpose was not to make an impression by his human ability and attainment but to let the Holy Spirit make an impression on them through his preaching.

    IMPRINTED Text: 1 Corinthians 2:1 – 11 1 Corinthians 2:1-11  When I came to you, brothers and sisters, I did not come proclaiming the mystery of God to you in lofty words or wisdom.  (2)  For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Giving As An Act Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 2, 2003
    based on 88 ratings
     | 64,014 views

    What are we declaring when we give our weekly offering to God. Powerful insights are given by Solomon to his son. (A couple of families changed their giving practices as a result of this sermon)

    OPEN: In 21ST Century Christian Magazine a mother told this story: Our 3 year old daughter was in the habit of giving half of her 2 quarter allowance to God each week. One Sunday we were out of town, so the next Sunday, we gave her an extra quarter to teach her about “making up” our giving when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Crowns And Rewards

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Oct 20, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,781 views

    When the disciples approach Jesus about spots in his Kingdom, he turns things upside down

    A friend of mine this week said something that has resonated with me. She said that in her family, she was the designated worrier. Now, I admit, she has much in her life to be worried about, but that is her story. Our stories are different, but I can’t help but wonder if we have a designated ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Book Of Mark # 14

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
     | 1,291 views

    Sometimes it is difficult to make a very good impression.

    Illus: An actor went to see a new agent one day and said, “You must have a look at my act; it really is innovative.” The agent gave him the nod, so he flew up to the ceiling, circled the room a few times and landed smoothly on the agent's desk. The agent said, “So you do bird ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist