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    Rich Man And Lazarus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,062 views

    Explore the hard truths about the reality of Hell, the consequences of greed, and the urgency of repentance, as illustrated in the parable of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16:19-31.

    Good morning, Church family. We're diving deep today into a passage that really hits hard - Luke 16:19-31. You know, Watchman Nee once said, "One gains by losing self for others and not by hoarding for oneself." We're going to unpack that today, as we talk about the reality of Hell, the ...read more

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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Our Directions Determines Our Destination (1 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 19, 2025
     | 573 views

    In this scripture passage, I want to show you a family that lived among God’s people, and then due to some hard times, they packed up and moved.

    You might be saying, “So what!” People move from one city to another all the time because of HARD TIMES! That is correct, but anytime we find something in the Word of God, it is there for a reason. WHAT IS THE REASON GOD PUT THIS FAMILY IN THE SCRIPTURES FOR MOVING? Because it was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ben Peak avatar

    Wehn Tomorrow Is A Question Mark

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
     | 4,091 views

    It is my prayer that these lessons will encourage us, not just during this time of uncertainty, but in every situation or our own personal lives when tomorrow is a question mark.

    Turn with me, if you would, to Mark 4:35-41 (pg. 734). And the same day, when the evening was come, he said unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    What Do I Do When I Feel Tempted To Sin? Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 6, 2024
     | 811 views

    In those situations where we’re facing a sin, something we know is wrong, but it’s a desire within us, what do we do?

    I remember feeling many years ago that the power of sin was just too strong in my life. I would feel the pressure within to indulge in the sin. And it seemed inevitable. Theres just no way. I can’t stop sinning. It’s too big. It’s too much. But over time as I learned about God, and grew in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    God's Power To Revive And Restore SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,545 views

    Have you ever faced a situation that seemed impossible to fix? In this sermon, we explore how God guided Ezekiel to respond to the seemingly hopeless condition of his nation. We delve into how God can stir our faith into action, and how He can direct us to respond to our impossible situations.

    Have you ever faced a situation where you wondered if anything could be done to fix it? God tells Ezekiel what to do about the condition of his nation. God stirs his faith for action, and Ezekiel responds. How would God direct us to respond to our impossible circumstances? In Ezekiel 37:3, God asks ...read more

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    Can God Shake This Place?

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,944 views

    My prayer is that God would shake you so hard that the things that bind you would fall off and that you could experience the freedom that God wants you to experience.

    Can God Shake This Place? In our lifetime we have heard of, and seen on the news, the deadly destruction that earthquakes, in various parts of the word have left. Mass destruction. Cities have been decimated. Homes and buildings completely destroyed. 10’ of thousands have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Did His Feet Smell That Bad?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 16, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,339 views

    John 12 brings us a perplexing situation. Is Jesus giving the green light to personal jets for evangelists who preach the prosperity gospel? Or is there another point altogether?

    John 12:1-8 “Did His Feet Smell that Bad?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I must admit, this can be a very perplexing passage of Scripture. Wouldn’t it just be easier to ignore it? Of course, if we ignore it… …we loose the incredible insight ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Of All Flesh Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 687 views

    Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every living being, situation, and circumstance.

    GOD OF ALL FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:14, Luke 1:37, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2, Romans 4:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Way Out Of No Way

    Contributed by Mark Penn on May 24, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,343 views

    God is able to take impossible situations and turn them around and he does it using those things that you possess. This is illustrated by the Red Sea experience.

    A WAY OUT OF NO WAY Exodus 14:13-16, 21-22 Joshua 24:6-7 INTRODUCTION: Exodus is the second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses into the promised land that God had promised them. God picked a people, Israel, and told them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Talitha Cumi: It Is Time To Get Up

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 3, 2022
     | 11,409 views

    We need to allow God to arise... Jesus says: TALITHA CUMI: MY LITTLE LAMB IT IS TIME TO GET UP. The hopeless situation is changed by the command ARISE.

    TALITHA CUMI… IT IS TIME TO GET UP! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Check out Wade Hughes on YouTube) (Two part lesson) TALITHA CUMI: (Tal –e –tha CUE- me,) GOD ARISE IS IN THE BIBLE 23 TIMES. ARISE IS IN THE BIBLE 256 TIMES… THERE MAY BE A PROBLEM WITH US HEARING THIS ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    In His Presence My Cup Runs Over

    Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 20, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,975 views

    We all want to be happy. We try hard to hold onto happiness. But, happiness is dependent on happenings. There’s something far more outlasting available to us--Joy.

    Open: Ever notice when your cup of happiness is full, someone always bumps your elbow? You’re no longer happy. Maybe even a little wet! That little action just stole your Happy away. Why? Because happiness is dependent on "happenings". What goes on around you--circumstances—they dictate ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Stark avatar

    An Old Commandment That Is Now New

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2014
     | 5,231 views

    We may either love one another or hate one another; there is no halfway in this situation. God calls us to love. Failure to love is hatred.

    “Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word that you have heard. At the same time, it is a new commandment that I am writing to you, which is true in him and in you, because the darkness is passing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Ministered To The Self-Righteous

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,707 views

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God.

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God. One night, such a self-righteous man named Nicodemus, a ruler in the Pharisee's council, came to Jesus wondering how he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Giving Grace

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,088 views

    Too many times we expect God’s forgiveness, but find it hard or difficult to forgive others. However, this message reminds us that we must always be willing to forgive.

    GIVING GRACE Matthew 18:21-35 INTRODUCTION: A. Tis the season to be jolly 1. Itfs the season of love, joy, and peace on earth, good will toward men a. Itfs also the season of long lines, credit cards, traffic jams, and short fuses b. Many grow depressed or irritable c. While some are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The War Against Terror

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Nov 1, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 3,572 views

    Reformation Sunday 2001--Some of Martin Luther’s Biblical insights on the "war against the Turk" are amazingly fitting for our own situation!

    Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran