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  • Hans Krause avatar

    Going Home

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,858 views

    Jesus promise to prepare us room in his Father's house. There is more to that promise than the idea of our souls going to heaven to be with God. What did Jesus try to tell his disciples?

    [Sermon preached on 22 April 2018, 3rd Sunday after Easter / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Last week Saturday I conducted a funeral. It was a bright sunny day. Mostly, when I attend a funeral the weather is gloomy, windy and cold. But over the years, I have also attended funerals of some very special ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    We Walk By Faith Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 13, 2011
     | 3,806 views

    Part 5 focuses on our believing from our hearts (spirits) versus our minds to produce faith.

    We Walk By Faith Part 5 Scriptures: Rom. 7:18-22; 10:10; 1 Pet. 3:3-4; 1 Cor. 2:14-15; 9:27; Prov. 3:5-6 Introduction: To date we have discussed several aspects of faith. I have shared with you that faith is an unquestioning belief in something. As it relates to our spiritual faith, it is an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Crumbs Of Faith

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jul 18, 2001
    based on 122 ratings
     | 6,884 views

    This is a call to examine our hearts through a thought provoking and shocking story to determine what type of faith we have.

    Crumbs of Faith by Rev. Andrew Chan Mark 7:24-30 Valentine’s Day, what shall I preach on? Since we have been going through Mark I thought we continue… Tempted not to preach on this. Rather difficult esp. on Valentine’s Day! Seems like not a very convincing love story…or is it? Shocking to hear, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Delayed But Not Denied

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 13, 2025
     | 2,516 views

    Delay is not the end of the story. It is only a chapter in the book of your testimony. When God delays, it is not because He is ignoring you but because He is preparing something better. Trust in His perfect timing.

    DELAYED BUT NOT DENIED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Habakkuk 2:3 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Genesis 18:10-14, John 11:21-23, Isaiah 60:22, Psalm 27:14 INTRODUCTION: Delay is one of life’s most difficult experiences, especially when you have prayed, believed, and waited with faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    John 3:16 - Parable Of The Lost Miners Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 16, 2010
    based on 46 ratings
     | 9,271 views

    The day finally came when the escape hole was nearly finished. The king sent final instructions through to the men to prepare the way as he drilled through the final few feet to the roof of their prison.

    A PARABLE OF THE LOST MINERS The world watched as 33 Chilean miners TRAPPED underground for 69 days were rescued. The last miner was rescued on Thursay October 14, 2010, a day marked with celebration and joy all around the world. The President of Chile said that Chile will never be the same. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Xi) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 22, 2021
     | 4,808 views

    Message explores the readiness for Christ's coming called for in the Olivet Discourse. Three parables give insight on specific aspects of being prepared. The Judgment of the Sheep and Goats is also examined closely.

    Biblical Readiness for the Rapture: Intro In this message we continue to learn from the Olivet Discourse lesson about the coming of the Lord and how we are to respond to it. Last week we concluded with the point of Jesus’s message in Matthew 24: maintaining an ongoing readiness for his return. ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Ten Days Of Awe

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016
     | 6,953 views

    In this message Pastor Richard prepares the congregation for Ten Days of prayer and fasting. He uses the story of Esther and the story of King Jehoshaphat to illustrate the value of seeking the Lord in this way, especially in times of crisis.

    Ten Days of Awe
 (09-13-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Infant Memorial Funeral

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 1, 2010
    based on 16 ratings
     | 46,654 views

    I prepared this sermon for use in the case of a late term still birth. It can be modified slightly to fit any infant memorial service. These are difficult situations. Much prayer and compassion and humility are advised.

    Parker’s Memorial Message I wonder if perhaps… In fact, this thought has brought a great deal of comfort to me this week… I wonder if recently an angel in heaven opened the book of life and seeing Parker’s name printed within, said “This one is too beautiful to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    The Year Hope Died

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 118 ratings
     | 6,839 views

    When hope dies we need a fresh vision of God, a transformation of the heart and a mission to the world.

    Most of us who were old enough to understand at the time can remember where we were on November 22, 1963. President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade was on its way to a luncheon in downtown Dallas. The president and his wife were sitting in the back of an open convertible, and Governor and Mrs. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Forward To The Past - Reformation Day Message

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 98 ratings
     | 13,134 views

    The Reformation began with Jesus Christ and is to continue even today within the church and within our hearts.

    Introductory Considerations 1. "Today is Reformation Sunday." With these four words I may already have lost many of your listening ears. Why do we need to talk about something that happened 400-500 years ago? We don’t want a history lesson or a theological debate. 2. Message of Reformation not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Never Became Obsessed With Anything Except His Love For The Father

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,661 views

    (Luke 10:27- Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind and strength) 1.

    (Luke 10:27- Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind and strength) 1. Jesus refused to let anything take a higher priority in His thinking than loving His Father with all His heart, soul, strength and mind. (Luke 10:27) Even though there were many things that tried to vie for His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Elder avatar

    Fear And Faith (Part Two)

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,097 views

    Fear stops faith from working. When fear grips your heart, faith faints.

    Fear and Faith Matt 14:27…But Jesus spoke to them at once. "It’s all right," he said. "I am here! Don’t be afraid." NLT Review: Last week we dealt with the story of Jesus and Peter walking on the water. The challenge was for all of us to take a step of faith. 1. Faith Recognizes God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Enjoying A God-Planned Christmas" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,599 views

    A God-Planned Christmas is one in which we open our hearts to his great love.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM December 22, 2002 Enjoying a God-Planned Christmas Psalm 89:1-4; 19-26 Introduction: STORY: On Sunday afternoon, June 1st 1975, Darrel Dore was on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico. Suddenly it wobbled, tipped to one side, and crashed into the sea. Darrell was trapped ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Mary Factor: Pondering Jesus

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 10,204 views

    "But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart" (Luke 2:19).

    A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 2:19, 51 1. Mary pondered after the Shepherd’s visit, outside influence. "But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart" (Luke 2:19). 2. Mary pondered after twelve year old Jesus taught in the temple, inside influence. "His mother kept all these sayings in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trials And Testings

    Contributed by Shawn Williams on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 12 ratings
     | 4,677 views

    Trust God and believe in your heart, God cares about loving who you are.

    Trials and testings produce understanding – They help us to see what God is up to in our lives. Trials and testings purify faith – They prove our faith is genuine. Trials and testings produce endurance. Trials and testings perfect character – make mature, whole, no defects. Therefore, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ