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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Torn Between Two Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 5, 2016
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     | 9,632 views

    Although Paul desired to be in the Lord's presence, he knew it was more needful to remain for the church. He was determined to glorify Christ in life or death. We too need to remain committed and faithful to the work the Lord given us.

    Torn between Two Philippians 1:19-26 Following his passionate discourse regarding the preaching of the Gospel, Paul continues to bear his heart unto the church at Philippi. Here we find those often quoted verses that reveal Paul being in a strait, betwixt two – having a burning desire to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dear Half Hearted Series

    Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 10, 2015
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     | 8,370 views

    Letter to the Church at Laodicea

    Dear Half Hearted Jeremiah 29:10-14 Deut. 4:29 Rev. 3:14-22 Clip--War Room clip of Lukewarm Who likes lukewarm coffee? I mean, who likes lukewarm anything or half-hearted anything. When Jesus calls these Christians lukewarm, He’s saying that their love, their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "This Scripture Is Scandalous"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 11, 2015
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     | 4,590 views

    A sermon about the REAL JESUS.

    "This Whole Scripture is Scandalous" Mark 8:27-38 On Thursday at about one O'clock in the afternoon a counselor along with two social workers from the East Ridge School system came to see me at the church. They looked really nervous and worried. They came to us because they knew that you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Can‘t You Read The Sign!? Mark 3: 1-6

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013
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     | 23,175 views

    A number of times, the religionists had attacked Jesus, accusing Him of teaching a false religion. I guess they often wondered… “Hey Jesus! Can’t You read the sign!? We have rule against that kind of stuff!” In Mark chapter three we see yet another confrontation.

    While thinking about this message I was reminded of a song from my hippy days… And the sign said "Long-haired freaky people need not apply" So I tucked my hair up under my hat and I went in to ask him why He said "You look like a fine upstanding young man, I think you'll do" So I took off my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ready Or Not, Here I Come Series

    Contributed by Allan Bendert on Dec 1, 2013
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     | 5,822 views

    Looking at expectations

    READY OR NOT, HERE I COME! MATTHEW 24:36-44 HOWEVER, NO ONE KNOWS THE DAY OR HOUR WHEN THESE THINGS WILL HAPPEN, NOT EVEN THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN OR THE SON HIMSELF. ONLY THE FATHER KNOWS. WHEN THE SON OF MAN RETURNS, IT WILL BE LIKE IT WAS IN NOAH’S DAY. IN THOSE DAYS BEFORE THE FLOOD, THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unsung Heroes: Ananias Series

    Contributed by Sam Draper on Jul 9, 2012
     | 13,922 views

    Because of his courage and obedience, Ananias is a model unsung hero.

    Unsung Heroes: Ananias Acts 9.10-19a Have you ever heard of Jeremy Lin? Some of you have, but many of you probably have not. Jeremy Lin is a basketball player in the NBA. He plays for the Knicks, but up until this past February, very few people had ever heard of him. No one thought he could ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "The Magnetism Of Materialism"

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 22, 2013
     | 6,447 views

    A sermon that deals with the hold that material possessions has on all of us.

    "The Magnetism of Materialism" Mat 19:16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Help Wanted

    Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 24, 2016
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     | 16,840 views

    Jesus sees a great haravest but few workers

    “Help Wanted!” Matthew 9:35-38 David P. Nolte Harvest. Both a joy and a trial! I speak from experience after helping harvest hazelnuts for Childers’ Hazelnut Haven. Having been surprised by the prolific crop and being without harvest equipment we did it the good old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Why Do We Come To The Tomb?"

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 7, 2018
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     | 5,245 views

    A sermon prepared for "Easter" Sunday and compares the reasons folks came to the tomb where Jesus was laid to rest and our reasons for assembling to worship on the first day of the week.

    I. Welcome II. Introduction MercyMe first released their hit song I Can Only Imagine in 1999. Since then, I’ve heard this song played numerous times at funerals as one imagines being in heaven and in the presence of God. The movie by the same name was released last month with much greater success ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "One Sunday Morning In Jerusalem”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 23, 2020
     | 3,839 views

    Road to Emmaus. An illustration from Paul Havey "The Rest of the Story" . The longest walk you will ever take is the walk away from the grave of someone you love. If you have never done that, you can’t imagine how difficult it is. this is how the two disciples felt.

    In Jesus Holy Name Easter III 2020 Text: Luke 24:32 Redeemer “One Sunday Morning in Jerusalem” He is Risen! He has risen indeed! We have gathered this Sunday to hear the “rest of the story.” For years the great newsman and philosopher Paul Harvey told his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Social Distancing: What Jesus Has To Say About It! Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 20, 2020
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     | 7,761 views

    Social Distancing may be a new term to me, and it may be a new term to you; but mankind did not need a virus to teach us how to Social Distance. We have been practicing Social Distancing for the longest time.

    Introduction With the onset of the Covid 19, I learned a new term that wasn’t in my vocabulary until this virus outbreak occurred called “Social Distancing”. I looked up the definition, and it defines Social Distancing as the practice of keeping space between yourself and others to reduce the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Everything Falls Apart, What Remains Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 16, 2025
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     | 564 views

    Jesus calls us to the same shrewdness, the same wisdom, and the same understanding that in a world where everything is temporary, only love endures.

    Title: When Everything Falls Apart, What Remains Intro: Jesus calls us to the same shrewdness, the same wisdom, and the same understanding that in a world where everything is temporary, only love endures. Scripture: Luke 16:1-13 Reflection Dear Friends, There is something deeply unsettling ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    What Wells Are You Drinking From?

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 27, 2024
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     | 2,519 views

    Jesus loves and accepts us as we are.

    “What Wells are You Drinking From?” John 4:4-18, 25-30, 39-42 She has a history. Things done and some left undone, some good some not so good. Guilts and regrets. Fears. Wounds and sorrows. And secrets too. She is a person with a past and yet she remains unknown to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Most Important Exam

    Contributed by Allan Quak on May 28, 2021
     | 5,191 views

    Paul calls us to examine ourselves. In this exam we don’t compare ourselves to others, we actively seek to bring about real changes in our lives and we place our eternal destiny into the hands of Jesus.

    Message 2 Corinthians 13:5 “The Most Important Exam” I love being in ministry – and I love being the minister of NEC. Only one week ago Corianna and I returned from a four week absolutely amazing holiday. We really enjoyed our time. We are also thankful to be back home and continue our ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To 2nd Thessalonians Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023
     | 976 views

    This introduction to 2nd Thessalonians describes the place, the history, and second missionary travels.

    2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 1 A. Introduction: a. The Christians in Thessalonica were grateful to God for Paul's first letter, but it did not immediately solve all their problems. In fact, the persecution grew worse and some believers thought they were living in the time of the Tribulation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal