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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    4th Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,509 views

    FEBRUARY 1st, 2026.

    Micah 6:1-8, Psalm 15:1-5, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12. A). THE LORD’S CONTROVERSY. Micah 6:1-8. It is tragic when God has to serve a summons upon His own people. The “prisoner in the dock” is Israel herself, and the LORD is ready to submit His case. The witnesses are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Supporting Cast Of The Christmas Story Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 22, 2022
     | 1,859 views

    Almost everywhere you turn in the Christmas story, you see an angel! We are better because God created the angels. The angels serve us, believers, and they serve the Christmas story.

    It’s now just one week until Christmas! Christmas is so exciting for so many reasons. After all, you have presents carefully wrapped under the tree with your name on them! And some of the best food you’ll eat happens to be shared by friends and family. Whole neighborhoods are lit up with beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Glimpsing God's Glory Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 25, 2021
     | 6,101 views

    Our God is great and is full of glory. Just a glimpse of that glory made a difference for Moses, Stephen and Paul. And like them getting a glimpse of God's glory will transform and empower us.

    Introduction: A. You’ve heard it said: “There are two sure things in life: #1 – There is a God, and #2 – You are not Him!” 1. In our new series that we began last week, we are working to understand those two realities – there is a God and you and I are not Him. 2. We must realize that it’s not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Autumn's Colorful Trees Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 8, 2021
     | 7,636 views

    Autumn: is a time to reflect on the Majesty of all that God has made. Colorful trees warn us about following the wrong teachers, the Creator who paints such a beautiful creation also paints our lives, and God stands never-changing strong in the middle of change.

    (Introduction) L.M. Montgomery in Anne of Green Gables wrote, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Me too! The temperatures are getting cooler. The colors of the leaves on the trees are turning more and more vivid. Autumn Is A Second Spring When Every Leaf Is A ... By ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Time Of Focus Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 8, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,950 views

    As the days get shorter, and the nights get colder, fall is a great time to look deep into our souls. It’s a time to delight in the details of beauty around us, reflect on where we have been, and focus on where we are going.

    (Introduction) source: http://www.jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/weatherjokes/falljokes.html What did the tree say to autumn? leaf me alone. What did one autumn leaf say to another? I'm falling for you. Fall is a time of transition. Transitioning weather from the warmth of summer to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Tale Of Two Sons--The Prodigal Sons

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 9, 2021
     | 4,244 views

    We may travel different routes to control our future but both paths end with us needing God in our lives. The Parable of the two sons and a loving father.

    A Tale Of Two Sons 11/7/2021 Psalm 14:1-7 Luke 15:1-32 Suppose for a moment that you could write all the rules for your own life. Nobody could tell you what to do. You were in complete control without having to be concerned with what God thinks. Do you think your life would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What’s Love Got To Do With It?

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 2, 2024
     | 564 views

    Through these verses God's purpose for marriage are explained. When these purposes are obeyed a wife or husband will never need to fear.

    You can listen to this sermon here:- https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media/2024-09-01-what-s-love-got-to-do-with-it Ephesians 5:21-33 “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” Message With it being Father’s Day a text which speaks into the theme of such a day is Ephesians 5:21-33. It is a passage which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Like Wise Men Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 1, 2023
     | 2,242 views

    Advent is the time when the world celebrates the most glorious event in the history of the world, God becoming human and giving the name Jesus because He will save his people from their sins.

    INTRODUCTION Advent is the time when the world celebrates the most glorious event in the history of the world, God becoming human and giving the name Jesus because He will save his people from their sins. We have the details of this account mentioned in the gospel according to Matthew and Luke. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Peace Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 6, 2023
     | 1,374 views

    The word “peace” is one of the words that characterizes the Christmas season.

    Get Access To More Of Our Content : Website: https://cityharvestag.com/sermons/?sermon_topics=encouragement Podcast : https://city-harvest-sermons.simplecast.com/episodes/our-body-for-his-body-living-sacrifice-rev-joe-thomas-city-harvest-ag-church Facebook: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The (Real) Lord's Prayer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 8, 2023
     | 2,068 views

    When Jesus asks His Father to glorify His Son, He prays for our security, our sanctity, and our unity.

    [continuing the pastoral prayer]… Glorify your servant today. Help him to preach well so that those who hear might be impressed and tell their friends how great he is. Grow our church so that our fame might be spread throughout the area. Make my name a household word among Christians like Chuck ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Short Story About Growing Up Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 14, 2023
     | 1,993 views

    This is an old sermon of mine that I have updated. This morning we have seen a situation where a stressed sinner put forth quite an effort to see Jesus and was successful in finding Him.

    JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE A Short Story About Growing Up LUKE 19:1-10 #justJesus INTRODUCTION… https://www.snopes.com/top/ There is so much fake news and garbage out there that sometimes it is hard to know what is true or false or twisted or spun. I perused snopes this week to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "She Hath Done What She Could”

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022
     | 3,853 views

    At all times, in all places we Christians need to conduct ourselves as Christians

    That is, we should do everything that we can to please Him in all situations. In this scripture passage we see a woman who did just that. The Bible refers to her as “…there came a woman…” Let me show you how she pleased the Lord so that we can see how we can please the Lord also. Look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Wants Us To Pray Like The Apostle Paul - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 16, 2024
     | 1,421 views

    Here's how to do it: 1. Reach out to God with reverence (vs. 14). 2. Trust God as the loving Father of His family (vs. 14-15). 3. Pray for more spiritual strength (vs. 16).

    God Wants Us to Pray Like the Apostle Paul - Part 1 Ephesians 3:14-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared April 16, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who studies God's Word will find that it contains many prayers. The Dake Annotated Reference Bible lists 222 different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When People See Me - What Do They See?

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2024
     | 2,819 views

    When people see us they immediately develop impressions of us. If we are a Christian, they will begin to look for Jesus in us. When that happens, will they see Him in our actions; our decisions; and our love for others?

    When People See Me – What Do They See? Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43; John 13:34-35 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message today is, “When People See Me – What Do They See?” Now of course the obvious answer is they see us right? But is that true? Do they see “us,” or do they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ The Incarnate Son Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 23, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,554 views

    The story of Christmas is all about the return of God’s glory!

    Christ the Incarnate Son John 1:14 Rev. Brian Bill December 23-24, 2023 This week, I read an article from a pastor giving advice to fellow pastors about preparing their Christmas sermons: “Dear partner in preaching, here’s a word of advice as you prepare your Christmas Eve sermon: keep it short, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist