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  • Scott Jewell avatar

    A New World Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on Apr 7, 2024
     | 1,345 views

    To get to know God, we should start at the very beginning. What does the creation narrative teach us about our God?

    This morning we’re beginning a new series titled “Making All Things New.” We’ll be spending eight weeks looking at how God interacted with His creation and chosen people, laying the groundwork for everything to be in place to send His Son into the world. Growing up, we watched “The Sound of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Must Don’t Know About Me

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 29, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,026 views

    When the enemy tries to remind you of your past, just stop and say, devil, you must don’t know about me.

    As I was traveling down Highway 18, I pulled up next to a car with the windows rolled down, and they had their music blasting. Now, I don’t usually pay a whole lot attention to what the world is playing, but this one caught me off guard. Now I want to be clear, that I heard this song before, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Came From The Hood

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 30, 2025
     | 1,249 views

    Nathanael said to him, Can anything good come out of Nazareth? Philip said to him, Come and see.

    As I stand before you today, I want to break down some walls and shake up some mindsets. And talk about Jesus Came from the Hood. See, too many people think God only moves in the big places, the shiny places, the perfect places. They think blessings are reserved for the palaces, the suburbs, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mercy As The Way To Salvation Series

    Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 23, 2025
     | 1,131 views

    “Today salvation has come to this house...for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost” Luke 19:10.

    A very widely used quotation throughout the ages is that “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat them”. (George Santayana) History has proved it and continues to prove it today. Last week we celebrated Reformation Day. Many Churches do not remember what led to the Protestant ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025
     | 81 views

    The kingdom of God

    Acts 19 v 8 - 12 The kingdom of God The Man - 8 And he The Method - went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things The Message - concerning the kingdom of God. The Mischief - 9 But when divers were hardened, and believed not, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Elisha, The Holy Man Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2025
     | 198 views

    The Holy Scriptures give us the records of a good number of Saints, who were unquestionable people of character approved of God.  They were such a people of commitment to the Lord. One among them is Elisha, the Holy Man.

    01.11.2025 All Saints Day Theme: Holy Man Text: 2 Kings 4:8-10   Greetings: The Lord is Good and His love endured forever! Introduction: In the entire Bible only a few persons are called ‘HOLY MAN’. One is Elisha, second one is John the Baptist apart from Jesus(John 6:69). The Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Know What To Do, So Why Don't I Do It? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,017 views

    The struggle between the flesh and the Spirit in a believer's life, emphasizing the need to rely on the Holy Spirit's power to overcome sin and choose righteousness.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're diving deep into the book of Romans, unpacking a passage that explores the struggle of the flesh, the power of the Spirit, and the choice of the believer. The Christian life is not a walk in the park, y'all; it's a journey marked by trials, ...read more

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    The Hall Of Faith: Moses PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,144 views

    Explore the life of Moses as an example of living a life of faith, trusting in God's promises, and making courageous decisions based on that faith.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're diving deep into the life of Moses, a man of great faith and courageous decisions, as outlined in Hebrews 11:23-29. We'll be talking about Moses' faith in God's promises, the power of trusting God, and the difficult choices we sometimes have to make with faith. In ...read more

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    Don’t Test God’s Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,029 views

    Emphasize the importance of obeying God's authority, respecting earthly laws, and avoiding the temptation to test God.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're gonna take a deep dive into a topic that touches every aspect of our lives - obeying God's authority, respecting the law, and steering clear of the temptation to test God. In the words of St. Augustine of Hippo, "Right is right even if no one is doing it; wrong is ...read more

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    The First Christmas Carol PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,200 views

    This sermon emphasizes the true meaning of Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior, and the hope and redemption His birth signifies.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's that time of year again, isn't it? The chill in the air, the twinkling lights adorning our homes, the scent of pine and peppermint filling our senses. Yes, Christmas is upon us. But let's pause for a moment, shall we? Amidst the hustle and bustle of this ...read more

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    But My Father Gave It To Me Anyway...

    Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 8,620 views

    A father’s Day Sermon relating how the "prodigal son" didn’t deserve, how I as a child didn’t deserve, and how we and children of Christ don’t deserve, but he gives to us anyway.

    Introduction: What can you say to someone who has always been one of the most essential parts of your world; someone who took you by the hand when you were little and helped to show the way? What do you say to someone who stood by to help you grow, providing love, strength, and support so you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Progress

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 22, 2002
    based on 111 ratings
     | 21,312 views

    Some steps to spiritual improvement.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A patient said to a nurse, "Nurse, I’ve got a bad case of arthritis. There is also a buzzing in my ears. I have a sprained ankle. My thumb is out of joint, and I see spots before my eyes." The nurse replied, "Wow! You must be awfully healthy to stand all that pain." As we age we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Answers Series

    Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 13,986 views

    God always answers prayer, but sometimes the answer is No, Slow, Grow or Go. Adapted from a sermon by Rev. Crowe.

    INTRODUCTION ILLUS: Remember Johnny Carson? If you’re below forty, then you probably don’t know who I’m talking about. Johnny was the king of late night television before David Letterman and Jay Leno. He had a lot of different comic routines, one of which was Carnac The Magnificent. Johnny would ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Freeeeeeeedom!!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,697 views

    Message designed to encourage Christians to shed the bondage to religous "law" and live in freedom for Christ.

    FREEEEEEEEDOM!! Romans 7:4-6 Introduction In the movie, Braveheart, William Wallace wages a war for the freedom of Scotland from English tyranny. His passion was to see Scotland as a free nation, no longer bowing in servitude to the King of England. Freedom was the by-word of his life, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Four Spiritual Checks - #4 The Nobility Of Serving God Series

    Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 11,897 views

    This is the last of a series on Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This message demonstrates the value of serving God and encourages people to get involved in ministry.

    INTRODUCTION. (ILLUS.) -- Like many teenagers, I didn’t exactly know what I wanted to do with my life when I was a high-school senior. I knew that I wanted to serve the Lord (possibly in ministry / full-time service) but I didn’t know what or where. I hadn’t decided on pursuing pastoral ...read more

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