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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Pergamos: A Compromising Commitment

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 20, 2020
     | 5,366 views

    Pergamos was a prominent city, but there was much idolatry and immorality there. Some of the believers had remained faithful, but others had compromised their stand for the Lord. Jesus admonished them to abide faithful.

    Pergamos: A Compromising Commitment Revelation 2: 12-17 Pergamos was a beautifully situated city with an air of royalty about it. It sat on top of a huge mountain, arising ever so steeply and majestically out of a beautiful valley. The city's citizens could see the Mediterranean Sea some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can Jesus Shake Up Your Christmas? Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 17, 2022
     | 1,611 views

    When we live the life Christ has called us to - we are testifying about His birth. We testify because we are joyful of what He has done for us. This message is a story of prophecy, dependency on God, and (most importantly) witnessing to others.

    2022 Advent Sermon Series “Can Jesus shake up your Christmas?” Luke 2:25-40 Introduction - The Advent season is a wonderful time of year!! -- Not only does it signify the celebration of Jesus’ arrival to this world -- But it gives us opportunity to pause and celebrate all that God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Is One Body Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 2, 2025
     | 680 views

    Today we begin a series of seven messages that come from Ephesians 4 - a list of seven truths that are the foundation of our fellowship / our life together in the church. 

    FOUNDATIONS OF FELLOWSHIP: ONE BODY Ephesians 4:1-6 Introduction Today we begin a series of seven messages that come from Ephesians 4 - a list of seven truths that are the foundation of our fellowship / our life together in the church.  Ephesians 4:1-6 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Life Rooted In Christ Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 4, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,573 views

    This is the 21st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#21] A LIFE ROOTED IN CHRIST Luke 6:43-49 Introduction: My School job has been extremely busy- Between all of the State reports and managing the Grounds, I have been very busy. Last week, 1 of the Schools had us plant a tree for them; but we are very concerned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "do Not Be Offended."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 15, 2025
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     | 1,263 views

    Choosing not to take offense when wronged demonstrates strength and patience. Practicing this mindset enhances our emotional well-being and strengthens our relationships. By fostering self-control, compassion, and mindfulness, we can cultivate a culture of love and harmony within the body of Christ.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 18:7) “Woe to the world because of offenses! For offenses must come, but woe to that man by whom the offense comes.” (Matthew 11:6) “And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Christian In Modern Times – The Last Days, And How To Live In Them – The Breastplate And Helmet - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 2, 2024
     | 786 views

    Believers are sons of light and sons of day and do not walk in darkness. The last days see increasing darkness, but we walk in the light of Jesus. The breastplate of faith and love and the helmet of the hope of salvation are vitally important.

    THE CHRISTIAN IN MODERN TIMES – THE LAST DAYS, AND HOW TO LIVE IN THEM – THE BREASTPLATE AND HELMET - PART 3 We continue to look at living in these current days, one of turmoil and declining values and increasing opposition to godliness. [C]. ARMING OURSELVES FOR LIVING IN THE LAST ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beginning Small Beginnings

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jan 30, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,625 views

    Zechariah 4:10 tells us not to despise small beginnings. Most big discoveries, companies, and ministries started small, but how do we start them in the first place? Who better to learn from on how to beginning small beginnings than the One who began everything from nothing.

    BEGINNING NEW BEGINNINGS INTRO – Zechariah 4:10 tells us not to despise small beginnings. Most big discoveries, companies, and ministries started small, but how do we start them in the first place? Who better to learn from on how to beginning small beginnings than the One who began everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Midnight Praise

    Contributed by Rodney Barlow on Feb 6, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,948 views

    Paul and Silas weren't praising God for deliverance, they were just praising God in the middle of a dark place.

    Midnight Praises Acts 16:16-24 This setting of scripture first finds Paul and Silas in spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and teaching the people this new doctrine of being saved by grace through the new birth application, it was new obviously to Gentile people, but it was also new to Jewish ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Turning Point

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 606 views

    We must determine what our commitment will be financially in a time of scarcity in view of the ministry we seek to have.

    Background to passage: The Corinthian church had been corrected for disunity, pride, immorality, suing each other, their understanding of marriage, their understanding of love, their understanding of spiritual gifts, and their understanding of the resurrection. There was also a “severe letter” that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Humility Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024
     | 1,210 views

    Godly leaders must possess humility, patience, and tact, just like Nehemiah. How we approach any situation, and the attitude we possess, will greatly affect our ability to lead and enjoy success.

    The Humility of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 1-8 In the previous chapter, Nehemiah was made aware of the desperate situation in Jerusalem. While he was far removed from the city and the difficulties facing the remnant who had returned, Nehemiah was deeply burdened for the needs of the city and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Parables About Seeds” The Seed Is The Word Of God… We Just Sow

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 12, 2024
     | 1,355 views

    The message is about our walk, our responsibility as followers of Jesus to tell His story. Jesus said the seed is the Word of God (Luke 8:11). It’s the only thing that has the power to change the human heart. quotes from "Who Broke My Church" Hunter

    In Jesus Holy Name June 16, 2024 Text: Mark 4:26,30 Pentecost IV - Redeemer “The Parables About Seeds” The Seed is the Word of God… We Just Sow The message today is not about how to have peace with God not how to obtain heaven. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Embracing The Fullness Of God's Promises Isaiah 61:1–3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,536 views

    Isaiah 61:1–3 provides profound insights into God's promises and the transformative power of His Word in our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: Embracing the Fullness of God's Promises Isaiah 61:1–3 Introduction Today, we are diving into a powerful and transformative passage from Isaiah 61:1–3. This scripture provides profound insights into God's promises and the transformative power of His Word in our lives. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Use It Or Lose It

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 19, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,847 views

    Jesus' parable of the talents is a call to us to invest all that we are and all that we have in God's kingdom building work. The story reminds us not to compare, but to faithfully invest what we have, and to get to know the Master's heart.

    Matthew 25:14-30 Use It or Lose It Today’s parable is a story about investments. Sometimes we think it’s about using our natural abilities to serve God. Why do we think that? Because the story uses the word “talent” throughout. Our English word “talent” actually comes from that interpretation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    (God Specializes)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 26, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 30,381 views

    WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY AND TIME WE`RE A LOT OF US WHO ARE PROFESSING TO BE CHRISTIANS ARE PASSING UP FUTURE BLESSING FOR RIGHT NOW OBSTACLES

    Matthew 14:24-32 (KJV) But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. [25] And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. [26] And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fatigued? Due Season? Predicament?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,106 views

    Life is not always measured by failures and successes? Often we measure life by how many times we try? Get up and try again.

    FATIGUED---DUE SEASON: PREDICAMENT... DILEMMA... PERSISTENT Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A METAL COAT HANGER. I keep bending and bending it. It will break after many times. Robert Wise tells on an experience that he had. Seems a friend called him every Monday ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God