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The Trial, The Denial, And The Betrayal - When The Heart Is Tested - Matthew 26:57-27:10 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 25, 2025

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Every heart is tested in the presence of JESUS. The religious leaders rejected Him, Peter denied Him, and Judas betrayed Him, and yet each story reveals the depth of human weakness and the overwhelming grace of GOD’s redemptive love. Question is...How will you respond when your heart is tested?

2025.10.26.Sermon Notes. THE TRIAL, THE DENIAL, AND THE BETRAYAL - WHEN THE HEART IS TESTED MATTHEW 26:57-27:10 Matthew 26:57-75, Matthew 27:1-10 William Akehurst, HSWC KEY WORD: Trial, Denial, Rejection, Betrayal, Sanhedrin, Blasphemy, Remorse, Repentance, Field of Blood, Remorse without ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75, Matthew 27:1-10, Isaiah 53:7, Daniel 7:13-14, John 5:39-40, Luke 22:61-62, John 21:15-17, James 4:8, Acts 2:23, Romans 8:28, John 8:36, Zechariah 11:12-13, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 51:10, 2 Corinthians 7:10 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

# 2 Learn To Walk With God Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Aug 7, 2024

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We need to hear God’s calling, we need to know who He is desiring us to be

What inspires you? What breathes life into you? That is an important question! Those without inspiration cannot make a maximum impact on the world of which they are a part! We considered the story of Gideon, a timid farmer whom God found hiding from the enemies of Israel. The Lord called ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-10, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Doctrine Of Regeneration

Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Sep 20, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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A message designed to cut to the heart of the nature of salvation.

The Doctrine of Regeneration John 3: 1-21 Quote: “As to its nature and source it is a supernatural, creative act of the Holy Spirit, not reforming our old nature, but giving us a new one alongside of the old.” James M. Gray Intro: Last week we looked at the truth of the matter about man’s ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

This Is What I Seek

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Aug 23, 2002

based on 45 ratings

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What should a Chrisian seek after? Spiritual Desire, Love for God’s House,Spiritual Vision.

THIS IS WHAT I SEEK PSALM 27:4 Rev. Michael Fogaras ¡§One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple. If there is one thing in my walk with God I desire most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Casting Your Seeds

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 12, 2008

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Jesus demands that we throw our seeds. He desires us to reach our familty with the gospel.

CASTING SEEDS MATTHEW 13:1-13 INTRO- OVERVIEW OF MATTHEW 13 FARMER WHO THROWS SEED- IT FALLS ON 4 DIFFERENT SOILS 1. PATHWAY 2. ROCKY 3. THORNY 4. GOOD SOIL AS FATHERS, LEADERS OF OUR FAMILIES, WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME TO MAKE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Help Your Friends Grow In Faith

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 16 ratings

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Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust.

HOW TO HELP YOUR FRIENDS GROW IN FAITH INSTEAD OF FRUSTRATION Everybody has desires for good things, but some people have more faith to work towards fulfilling their desires. Actually, if we want to grow in faith, we first need to grow in love. The more we love, the more we trust. This principle ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival-The Proof Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Robert Rhodes on Nov 19, 2009

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The proof of real salvation is continuing steadfastly and the proof of being Spirit filled is a desire to see souls saved.

The Word “Pentecost” means 50th. It was a festival to be celebrated 50 days after the Passover. It was a celebration for the first fruits of the harvest, celebrating God’s provision. This Pentecost would be different. The disciples were about to celebrate God’s provision, the first fruits of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Israel Sins Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 6, 2018

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Gideon desired a sign from the Lord, that Israel would be saved by his hand, which was granted and repeated.

Chapter 18 Israel Sins Judges 6:1–10 Text 1 And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the LORD: and the LORD delivered them into the hand of Midian seven years. 2 And the hand of Midian prevailed against Israel: and because of the Midianites the children of Israel made them the dens ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Love Like Dad Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 17, 2015

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Lost People, God's Heart, Rebellion, Legalism

GROWN UP CHRISTIANS – Learning to Love Like Dad (Father’s Day) Luke 15:1-3; 11-32 (pg. 729) June 21, 2015 Introduction: I’ve shared this story with you before, but on Father’s Day I’d like to share it again, and include something I haven’t shared ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Draw Near - Part Two

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

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A sign of genuine faith in Christ is seen in the heart of the person who has a genuine longing to be in close proximity to their Heavenly Father

OPEN: - We are dealing with the issue of disconnectedness in our relationship with the Lord. And how we can draw near. This is a passage of Scripture that follows a warning James gives to his readers on the issue of pride. Every spring there is an international competition called the "Wacky ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformed By Truth: "delighting In God's Will" Psalm 40:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 21, 2024

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Psalm 40:8 captures the essence of what it means to live a life of obedience and joy in God’s presence.

Transformed by Truth: "Delighting in God's Will" Psalm 40:8 Introduction: A Heart that Delights in God's Will Today we are going to dive deep into a verse that captures the essence of what it means to live a life of obedience and joy in God’s presence. Psalm 40:8 (NLT) says: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:8, Jeremiah 17:9, Psalm 119:45, Luke 22:42, John 14:15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Having A Heavenly Head On Your Shoulders Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 13, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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Jesus gets tough on hypocrisy and worldly desires. All that stands in the way of the kingdom of God must go!

Does Jesus ever say things that make you mad? Sometimes when we get close to someone and there are disagreements, we get mad at each other. Does that ever happen in your family? Some things have to be said and done even when it makes for an angry response. Jesus knew when to be soft and when to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-59, Matthew 24:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fights And Quarrels Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 18, 2024

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James makes the point that conflict starts on the inside with wrong desires and motives and moves to the outside to conflict with others.

James: Practical Faith James 4:1-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-03–2024 A Fight on an Exit Ramp I’ve only been in a couple of fights in my life. One was when I was thirteen years old and I was walking to a friend’s house. This older kid on a bike came out ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Can The World See The Difference Series

Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Feb 27, 2001

based on 114 ratings

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Objective: As Jesus looks to the future, his desire is for the church to primarily be the place where the world finds God.

Can the World See the Difference? Subject: The Community of Believers Theme: Being the Place where the world finds God Time: Sunday Morning July 30, 2000 Question: Can the World see the Difference? Introduction: How do we define “being different?” - in the past this has been shaped by what ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Going Through The Motions Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 22, 2023

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Haggai challenges the people to get their hearts right

Haggai: The Best is Yet to Come Haggai 2:10-19 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-22-23 Intro [ I dressed as a “rock star” and pretended to play “Eruption” by Eddie Van Halen.] Angel is right. I’m not a rock star. I was just “going through the motions.” Through ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

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