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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    A God-Planted Church

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022
     | 2,735 views

    Today I want to talk to you about church planting, because all churches are not GOD PLANTED!

    HOW DOES GOD PLANT A CHURCH? CHURCH PLANTING is something like what a farmer does, he plants the seed, cultivates the seed, fertilizes the seed and then patiently waits for it to grow. Church planters basically do the same thing. They have to plant the seed (Gospel), cultivate the seed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You One Of God’s Dependents?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022
     | 2,125 views

    Every year folks make preparations to fill out their tax returns. It is something that we are forced to do, even though many times we disagree with how our tax money is being spent.

    Illus: I heard about a letter that was sent to a taxpayer from the IRS: "I'm afraid we can't allow you to deduct last year's tax as a bad investment." Illus: Much has been said about paying taxes: • April is always a difficult month for Americans. Even if your ship comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power For Evangelism

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022
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     | 3,169 views

    Isaiah’s prophecy applies to believers today, providing the words we need to move us into action in sharing our faith. This passage contains two parts: first, the gospel message; and secondly, assurance for the evangelist.

    Isaiah chapter 55 shares a message that can be applied to those getting ready to embark on a missionary journey, and to those getting prepared to share their faith in Christ. Within this passage is contained a two-part teaching. The first part, found in verses 1-7, shares the basic content of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 2

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 1,682 views

    The story is told of a young farmer who was drafted into the Confederate army to serve during the Civil War.

    The war was such a strain on the South that they did not have time to train the recruits. They drafted them to serve and placed them on the battle line to fight. This one young man was drafted and never had time to learn how: • To salute. • To keep in step as he marched. • Even, to know what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Book Of Mark #09

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022
     | 1,543 views

    Many times it seems that we have GOOD NEWS or BAD NEWS brought to us. Sometimes we hear …

    • The bad news • The good news • The great news Illus: The day after a man lost his wife in a scuba diving accident, he was greeted by two grim-faced policemen at his door. "We're sorry to call on you at this hour, Mr. Wilkens, but we have some information about your wife." • ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessing

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Apr 11, 2022
     | 3,636 views

    When something good happened to us or to someone we know, we associate it to blessing, and we feel like blessing others too. So, what blessing really is? What does it mean to be blessed by God?

    #Blessed, #IAmBlessed, #GratefultobeBlessed, these are just few of the most popular hashtags on the internet related to blessing. • A guy was promoted in his job and received a bonus amid recession. He is blessed. • A lady received a gift she did not ask. She is blessed. • A family just moved into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    One Accord

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022
     | 5,869 views

    As a pastor I find this verse of scripture amazing. Why? Because this verse tells us two amazing things: the New Testament church was:

    • IN ONE ACCORD • IN ONE PLACE. Accomplishing either one of these would be marvelous, but to accomplish both is astounding. Illus: This couldn’t be a Baptist Church!!! Can you imagine getting everyone to attend. Illus: Occasionally, many churches have a “NO EXCUSE SUNDAY,” trying to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Raising Children Of Influence Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 4, 2022
     | 3,509 views

    To raise children of influence, raise them to bless others, to believe in Jesus, and to boldly share their faith.

    The children had a special program at church and a little girl was to recite the Scripture she had memorized for the occasion. When she got in front of the crowd, the sight of hundreds of eyes peering at her caused her to forget her memory work. Every line that she had so carefully rehearsed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Transfigured By Glory Series

    Contributed by John Bright on May 9, 2022
     | 2,155 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “Transfigured by Glory” Luke 9:28-36 A sermon for 2/27/22 – Transfiguration Sunday Pastor John Bright Harmony & Swansonville UMC Luke 9 “28 Now it came to pass, about eight days after these sayings, that He took Peter, John, and James and went up on the mountain to pray. 29 As He prayed, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How To Become A Good Buddy

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 31, 2022
     | 1,706 views

    Body language has become a very important thing these days.

    Body language is used in nearly every aspect of daily life, and observing someone can sometimes tell you a lot about how a person is feeling and what is on their mind. For example, in poker, people try to limit their body language to prevent others from guessing their hand or what they might ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Spirit Is Poured Onto A Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Jun 5, 2022
     | 5,923 views

    The Spirit is poured out from on high, “and the wilderness becomes a fruitful field.” It’s like the change from a dry desert into garden land. When God sends his Spirit, He begins to produce good fruits. That’s the sure effect of his work: a harvest for God.

    If you looked back on the thirty-two chapters of Isaiah before our text, what would stand out about the people of God? How could we describe the nation of Judah in this book, and what they’ve shown themselves to be like? It’s not a flattering picture. Back in the very first chapter, the very first ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Righteous Branch

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 6, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,530 views

    Jeremiah predicted that a righteous branch would come and bring hope inn the midst of a hopeless situation

    A Righteous Branch Jeremiah 33:14-16 12-04-2022 Advent I didn’t grow up with advent like many of you did. In fact, for years after working retail at Christmastime, I was a pretty big Scrooge. But, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve grown to love advent and the reminders that it gives us every week. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    6th Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,414 views

    Not used this year.

    Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 119:1-8, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9, Matthew 5:21-37. A). CHOOSE LIFE. Deuteronomy 30:15-20. On more than one occasion I am sure, “Choose life” (Deuteronomy 30:19) has been used, not inappropriately, as the text for an evangelistic sermon. The context, however, suggests ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Standing On Kingdom Business PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 7, 2025
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     | 103 views

    God calls us to faithfully serve and invest where we are, trusting that our everyday obedience and small acts matter deeply to Him.

    There are days when the King’s call feels as close as the breath in your lungs. Ordinary mornings. Familiar streets. A desk, a kitchen, a classroom. Yet heaven whispers, This is holy ground. Not a stage, not a spotlight—just the square of earth beneath your feet and the neighbors within your reach. ...read more

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    Hold On PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 137 views

    The sermon encourages perseverance in doing good, assuring that faithful, unseen efforts matter and will ultimately yield a harvest in God’s perfect timing.

    Some of us walked in today a little weary, a little worn, and a little wondering. You’ve been faithful in the small things—praying for prodigals, blessing neighbors, showing up for work with integrity, holding your tongue when it would be easier to snap, trusting God when the calendar feels crowded ...read more

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