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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Need For An Awakening - #2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013
     | 8,977 views

    This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

    The Need for an Awakening Aiming At an Awakening - #2 of 12 Jerry Watts Isaiah 6:1-9 * There is a story about Billy Graham when he was young in the ministry. He was in this unfamiliar city and was going to preach. He was there that day and wanted to mail a letter but he couldn't find the Post ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mercy Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 3, 2021
     | 3,319 views

    The end was coming and Jesus knew it and He tried to prepare His Disciples and His followers for the inevitable … not only His horrible death on the cross and what will happen to them once He was gone … but He was also preparing them … and us … for the inevitable.

    The end was coming and Jesus knew it and He tried to prepare His Disciples and His followers for the inevitable … not only His horrible death on the cross and what will happen to them once He was gone … but He was also preparing them … and us … for the inevitable. “Beware that no one leads you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    On Judgment Day There Is No Middle Of The Road

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 72 ratings
     | 6,459 views

    2nd Sunday in End Time - Last Judgment A sermon that prepares us for Judgment Day

    On Judgment Day There Is No Middle of the Road Matthew 25:31-46 31 “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his throne in heavenly glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Specks, Logs And Improving Our Vision

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 26, 2025
     | 393 views

    We all know that the Internet has given us lots of opportunities to be tempted to sin, hasn’t it? Is the temptation itself sinful?

    Eighth Sunday in Course 2025 Some people don’t have the deuterocanonical book of Sirach in their Bibles, so I’ll read some of the first reading. Sirach was written in Hebrew, but over the years those versions were mostly lost, but survive in Greek. The book is mostly a compilation of proverbs, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Too Much Participation?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,159 views

    A sermon on Nehemiah 12 on characteristics of a great celebration (worship service). Must have preparation and participation!

    Sermon for 2/18/2007 Introduction: A. Gordon Dahl said, “Most middle-class Americans tend to worship their work, work at their play, and play at their worship.” B. Worship really isn’t a fair word for what we do here on Sunday mornings. It is more like a celebration. Jesus Christ has risen and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It's Time For The Church To Wake Up! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,438 views

    Explores spiritual alertness, discernment, and preparation for spiritual warfare, as guided by Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans.

    Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are knit together by the common thread of our faith, and it is a joy to share this sacred space and time with you. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Apostle Paul's ...read more

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    Faith And Service Through Our Understanding Of Maundy Thursday

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Mar 31, 2021
     | 3,296 views

    An opportunity to reflect on some of the key themes of Maundy Thursday, as we begin to prepare for Good Friday

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen, Today we enter the Holy Triduum, the three days which changed everything. Maundy Thursday is replete with signs and symbols, so much for us to think about, and to celebrate before we sit vigil in the garden of gethsemane with Christ later ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Baptism: John, Jesus & The Old Testament

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 1, 2021
     | 2,503 views

    This message is an exploration of some Old Testament symbols of baptism. This message was used in preparation for baptism at church.

    Title: Jesus, the Old Testament & Baptism – It mattered to Jesus Theme: To show the importance of baptism and the symbols from the Old Testament Text: Matthew 3:13 - 17 Matthew 3:13-17 13 Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. 14 And John tried to prevent ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    One More River To Cross

    Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,728 views

    We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

    One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Kairos And Chronos Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,542 views

    We need to spend time--chronos time--preparing ourselves and engaging in Kairos--God's time.

    Vigil of Christmas 2012 Gaudium et Spes Kairos and Chronos Baruch Adonai Elohim Israel. Thus begins almost every Hebrew prayer to the Lord, the God of Israel, and so began the first words of the prayer Zechariah spoke at his son’s birth. These were words of thanksgiving and praise offered ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Hindsight, Insight, Foresight: The Importance Of History

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,594 views

    This message is about understanding and remembering our history so that we will be able to prepare for our future.

    Hindsight, Insight, Foresight The Importance of History Scriptures: Proverbs 30:18-19a; Deuteronomy 4:7-10; 6:5-12 Solomon said, “There are three things which are too wonderful for me, four which I do not understand: the way of an eagle in the sky…..” (Proverbs 30:18-19a) Eagles have excellent ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mount Of Olives: The Easter Story - Day 7 Series

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 7, 2023
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     | 1,661 views

    Jesus and the eleven left the upper room and walked to the mount of Olives. Jesus may have talked to them on the trip and/or before he took Peter, James and John further into the garden. Many of the familiar verses of comfort come from this conversation. Jesus also spoke of prophesies fulfilled.

    ****************** Day Seven – Mount of Olives Peter Will Deny Jesus - Matthew 26:31-35, Mark 14:30, Luke 22:31-33, John 13:36-37 Jesus said to the eleven, “All of you will be offended because of me tonight. It is written, ‘I will smite the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock shall be scattered ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Vessel For The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
     | 787 views

    God is always in search of vessels He can use for His glory. He does not just use anyone; He uses prepared, clean, and yielded vessels.

    A VESSEL FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:21 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Acts 9:15, 2 Corinthians 4:7 INTRODUCTION: God is always in search of vessels He can use for His glory. He does not just use anyone; He uses ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Life's Most Rewarding Fixation

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 20, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 15,458 views

    Every man’s heart is fixed on something. Blessed is the man whose heart if fixed on God.

    LIFE’S MOST REWARDING FIXATION "He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he sees his desire upon his enemies." Psalm 112:7-8 KJV. I. EVERY MAN’S HEART IS FIXED ON SOMETHING. "Choose you this day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    Want A Move Of God?

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 60 ratings
     | 16,503 views

    If you want God to move in your heart, then you are going to have to move His heart.

    Want a True Move of God? Many people today mistaken a great church service for a move of God. But I believe that when God moves, there will be change. God is always about change. We see it in the early church, through our own conversion, etc. 2 Cor 3:18 18 But we all, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God