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    Living For Christ In A Postmodern World

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Oct 21, 2017
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    It is possible to live the Christian life and still live responsibly and fully in a world of diversity.

    Living for Christ in a Postmodern World The Rev. (Dr.) Ezekiel Ette Matt. 22 : 15 – 22 We live in a confusing time indeed, a time when what is reality and truth are considered controversial, yet we follow a savior who is the way, the truth and the life” (John 14 : 6). There was a time when many ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Baptism & Preaching Ministry Of Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 17, 2021
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    We look at Jesus’ baptism, how the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness, and how He began to preach the Good News (Gospel) of the Kingdom. This week's liturgical calendar text.

    THE BAPTISM & PREACHING OF JESUS MARK 1:9-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A kindergarten boy was trying to write down the most important things that had happened to him over the summer. He asked his dad, a preacher, how to spell ‘God.’ 2. His dad smiled with pride, thinking what a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "a Call To Healing"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 8, 2023
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     | 2,722 views

    A sermon about how, in God's eyes, everyone matters.

    “A Call to Healing” Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 In a 2016 interview in The New York Times, award-winning actor Ben Affleck reflected on the pressure to hide our broken areas. When he watches other movies that strain to make their heroes entirely likable and valiant, Affleck said, “I find that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sermon # 3 - Going The Wrong Way Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 28, 2024
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     | 1,408 views

    What is God’s purpose for establishing the church? Are we fulfilling this purpose or running in the wrong direction like Jonah did? As a church may we realize our purpose and fulfill it at all cost.

    We read in Jonah 1:3, “But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the LORD. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD.” (ESV) The word of the Lord we saw in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Beyond Silver Cages

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025
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    God still speaks within every culture’s understanding, restoring forgotten truth and inviting each generation to move from knowledge to personal encounter.

    (THE GOD WHO SPEAKS OUR LANGUAGE) Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    God Speaks My Language

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025
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    God continually reveals Himself within the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual framework of the people He seeks to redeem.

    (A Reflective Message) --- Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still see ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Go! And Hear The Roar Of God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 25, 2025
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     | 699 views

    The roar of God’s holiness thunders through the book of Amos. It is a warning, a call to repentance, but also a signpost pointing us to Jesus Christ—the only One who can rescue us from judgment and bring us into eternal life.

    Go! And Hear the Roar of God A Sermon from the Book of Amos Introduction – The Lion Has Roared Imagine walking through the African savannah at night. The stars are bright above you, the wind is calm, but suddenly… you hear it. The deep, rolling roar of a lion. That sound shakes you. It demands ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Challenging Legalism Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 29, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 19,718 views

    This is the 17th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#17] CHALLENGING LEGALISM Luke 6:1-11 Introduction: The Pharisees were an important religious group in ancient Judaism who followed many laws and rules. The Torah, which is the 1st 5 Books of the Bible, has 613 commandments. The Pharisees added even more rules and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Teaches Nicodemus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023
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     | 1,082 views

    Explores the transformative power of baptism and belief, emphasizing baptism as a divine encounter with God's grace and a rebirth in the Spirit.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather with you today, to stand shoulder to shoulder in this sacred space, united by our shared love for the Lord. It's in these moments, when we come together to seek His wisdom, that we truly feel the warmth of His love enveloping us, don't we? ...read more

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    Learning To Listen PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 730 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, the fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus, and the importance of praising God for His unwavering faithfulness.

    Good morning, dear family of God. We are gathered here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters, united by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom that He has graciously bestowed upon us through His holy Word. ...read more

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    The Door Of Action Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,439 views

    This is the 10th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom".

    Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom (Galatians) #10 THE DOOR OF ACTION Galatians 6:1-18 Introduction: 1. Nike slogan: “Just Do It”! 2. We need to stop talking and take action. 3. This is probably most Christians’ greatest barrier to experiencing joy of their salvation. Galatians 6:1-10 Key #1: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contrasting A Defeatist Versus An Overcomer's Attitude

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,544 views

    As pressed but not crushed, as perplexed but not in despair, as persecuted, but not abandoned, as put down but not put out. Always carrying about in our body the death of the Lord Jesus that the life of Christ may be made manifested in our body. (2 Cor. 4

    Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (Rom. 12:21) I can do everything God asks me to do with the help of Christ who gives me the strength and power. (Phil. 4:13) Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. (I John 5:4,5) As unknown, yet well known, as dying yet behold we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Redeemed With Blood

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 108 ratings
     | 4,721 views

    Print for young seekers/believers

    “KNOWING THAT YOU WERE NOT REDEEMED WITH PERISHABLE THINGS LIKE SILVER OR GOLD FROM YOUR FUTILE WAY OF LIFE INHERITED FROM YOUR FOREFATHERS, 19 BUT WITH PRECIOUS BLOOD, AS OF A LAMB UNBLEMISHED AND SPOTLESS, THE BLOOD OF CHRIST. 20 FOR HE WAS FOREKNOWN BEFORE THE FOUNDATION OF THE WORLD, BUT ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Hanging On When You Feel Like Letting Go

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,260 views

    A holiday word of encouragement to the distressed.

    Hanging On When You Feel Like Letting Go December 1, 2002 Isaiah 64:1-9 1. Excitement Holidays-family, friends, shopping, vacation, TV specials, parades, lights A. Can be fun, but also fearful -Reunion of contentious family -drunk relative who embarrasses themselves, everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Call To Service

    Contributed by Ian Biss on Jul 2, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 19,028 views

    A call for the church to follow the teaching of Jesus

    A Call To Service By Ian Biss 3/10/02 Intro. . . A little girl had been trying for months to learn the art of tying her shoes. She finally grasped the knack and was able to do it by herself. Her parents expected the child to be delighted, but were surprised by her disappointment. Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Grace Brethren