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  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    Are You Ready To Be A Disciple Of Christ?

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013
     | 6,690 views

    There are times when it is very easy to be a Disciple of Christ. there are other times when it is the most difficult thing there can be. This message looks at putting Christ first regardless of how life is.

    ARE YOU READY TO BE A DISCIPLE OF CHRIST? JOHN 6:1-70 I. IT IS EASY TO BE A DISCIPLE OF CHRIST WHEN JESUS SERVES US, AND LIFE IS GOOD. 1.) It was easy to be a disciple of Christ when he had fed the 5,000. A.) There was likely never a time that Jesus was as popular as this day, unless it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Soften Your Heart: Revelation 9:21-22 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,744 views

    We are are in danger of refusing to repent and refusing to soften our hearts, just like the last generation facing the final punishment poured out on the earth.

    Revelation 9:20-21 The rest of mankind who were not killed by these plagues still did not repent of the work of their hands; they did not stop worshiping demons, and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone and wood—idols that cannot see or hear or walk. Nor did they repent of their murders, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Joshua Boateng avatar

    The Reward Of Work –ephesians 4: 28

    Contributed by Joshua Boateng on Nov 1, 2012
     | 7,364 views

    Hard work does not kill, it only refines

    In my life, I sold ice cream, chilled water, eggs, banana and bread when I was a teenager. I worked in my dad’s Pharmacy for 8 years. I did National service after Advanced levels and after university and supported my aging parents sometimes. During my National service we had just planted a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Harden Not Your Hearts Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 10, 2015
     | 3,573 views

    Not to share one's wealth with the poor is stealing from them.

    Thursday in the First Week in Course 2015 Joy of the Gospel The two NT readings we have heard today are linked by a single notion expressed in the words “moved with pity.” Jesus looked on this poor leper and, in the Greek, became splagchnistheis. This is something we have all ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 13:18-23 – A Jackhammer And A Concrete Heart! – Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 61 ratings
     | 8,022 views

    He allowed the cancer to be a like a PNEUMATIC JACKHAMMER. Yes, it shook him up but it also broke up the hard places of his heart and enabled God to get through to him. Everyone of us has that choice.

    Matthew 13:18-23 – A JACKHAMMER AND A CONCRETE HEART! – Part 4 Two of the men have impacted my life. Both of them died of cancer. For many years one of these men allowed his CIRCUMSTANCES to harden him towards those in his family and towards God. I thought my dad was about as far away ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 13:1-23 – Part 6 - Dungeons And Mansions? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,560 views

    Whether I live in a DUNGEON or MILLION DOLLAR mansion I can still be stupid about what really matters in life.

    Matthew 13:1-23 – Part 6 - DUNGEONS AND MANSIONS? She is not deaf but her heart is a fortress, cold, hard, defensive. The gates are huge, old and impenetrable, bolted with fear and pride that slide across into their iron brackets at the mention of Christ. She sits in a dungeon of her own ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dag Heward-Mills avatar

    7 Hard And Difficult Things You Must Do To Stay Ahead As A Leader Series

    Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,169 views

    By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why most people are on the broad and easy way that leads to Hell.

    Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour. John 12:27 By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Forgiving Others Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 1, 2018
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     | 7,386 views

    We regularly pray the Lord’s Prayer petition – “Forgive our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.” But what are the practicalities of praying such a prayer? Especially when we have many reasons for not forgiving? This sermon wrestles with these questions.

    Message Matthew 6:14-15 “Forgiving Others” You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/forgiveness/ How many of you know the Lord’s Prayer? There is a line in the Lord’s prayer that should always make us stop and think. Forgive us our sins as we also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Non-Christian Life Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 8, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,096 views

    Ephesians 4:17-19 teaches us that Christians must not live like non-Christians.

    Scripture Today I am beginning a new series of sermons in Ephesians 4:17-32 that I am calling, “The New Life.” Paul continued his description of the life that is worthy of those who are called by God. God’s people have been called to be “one” people, and so unity must characterize Christians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    So What Love? Don't Throw Away Hard To Love People!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 1, 2016
     | 4,522 views

    Seems I often find myself FEELING A SERMON I COULD NEVER TEACH OR PREACH...I look into people's faces an read a history of WOE, pain, grief, SIN SCARS... And I know there is GOOD NEWS --- I FEEL A SERMON I CAN NEVER PREACH OF AMAZING GRACE.

    SO WHAT LOVE? WILL WE THROW AWAY THE HARD TO LOVE PEOPLE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Seems I often find myself FEELING A SERMON I COULD NEVER TEACH OR PREACH... I look into people's faces an read a history of WOE, pain, grief, SIN SCARS... And I know there is GOOD NEWS --- ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Yet In All These Things

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,705 views

    If I were to choose a Scripture to sum up the believer’s life, it would be this one. It combines an intense realism with an amazing assertion of victorious optimism.

    Yet In All These Things Romans 8:35-37NKJ 5-year-old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone: “It’s dark in there and I’m scared.” She asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Lowe avatar

    Aarons Rod Turned Into A Serpent Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 9, 2022
     | 1,780 views

    The Israelites were enslaved people in Egypt - valuable enslaved people that Pharaoh did not want to let go. Moses had the additional burden of being wanted for murder.

    AARON'S ROD IS TURNED INTO A SERPENT. Exodus 7:1-12; 7:8-10 SCRIPTURE 1 And the LORD said unto Moses, See, I have made thee a god to Pharaoh: and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet. 2 Thou shalt speak all that I command thee: and Aaron thy brother shall speak unto Pharaoh, that he send the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jung Lee avatar

    Encountering The Mystery Of God's Will

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 836 views

    The story of Elijah, a widow, and her son in 1 Kings 17 showcases God's provision and the power of faith during hardship, revealing His enduring love and support.

    Introduction In the ups and downs of life, there's a story from the Bible about Elijah, a widow, and her son that shines like a ray of hope. This tale is told in 1 Kings 17, during a tough time of hunger across the land. It's a story that shows us how God is always there, ready to help when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Auch Jr avatar

    Pursue Authentic Relationships: The Call To Genuine Love, Discipleship, And Kingdom Community Series

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Jun 8, 2025
     | 80 views

    We live in a world full of curated relationships—filtered, managed, and often shallow. Even in the church, it’s easy to smile, say “I’m good,” and walk away unchanged.

    Sermon 3: Pursue Authentic Relationships The Call to Genuine Love, Discipleship, and Kingdom Community Key Texts: • John 13:34–35 • Luke 10:25–37 • Acts 2:42–47 • 1 John 3:18 • Romans 12:9–13 Introduction: Authenticity Is the Heart of the Kingdom We live in a world full of curated ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    Receive The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 25, 2019
     | 5,103 views

    Before Jesus left this earth after his resurrection, he left us in the care of the Holy Spirit

    Easter is over, but Jesus has not yet ascended to be with God. But the disciples know that He will be leaving them soon; He had told them that and they were afraid. He had been their teacher and guide; now he would not be there to tell them what to do. And just as happened after the crucifixion, ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal