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  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    Paul's Example

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 10, 2024
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     | 966 views

    Paul says to follow his example as citizens of heaven

    Paul’s Example Philippians 3:17-21 Good morning. Toby Mac has a song from 2007 titled, “Lose My Soul”. Some of the lyrics say, “Father God, I am clay in your hands, I wanna stay that way through all life's demands. 'Cause they chip and they nag and they pull at me, and every little thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Faith Lesson From A Bad Girl Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 17, 2024
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     | 1,319 views

    How bad is too bad? Rahab was a prostitute but she's found in the Faith chapter of the Bible. How deep and wide is grace? How far will God go and how willing is He to allow "the bad" to walk by faith?

    Have you ever had someone discover something about you that you’d rather them not know? Ben Affleck has. Evidently, Ben was excited about participating in the PBS show called “Finding Your Roots” until he discovered that his ancestors were slave owners and asked that he be removed from the show ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel Encounters Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 2, 2025
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     | 493 views

    Acts 19:21-41 shows us how God’s sovereign power confronts idolatry, calling his people to trust him and continue proclaiming the gospel boldly, even in the face of opposition.

    Introduction In today’s text, Acts 19:21-41, we encounter a city in turmoil—a riot ignited by the powerful disruption of the gospel. Ephesus, a hub of idolatry and cultural pride, was shaken not by force or political movements but by the transformative power of God’s truth. Acts 19:21-14, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Generation That Does Not Honor Their Parents

    Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on May 10, 2025
     | 780 views

    A sermon to adults on Mother's Day

    Mother’s Day 2025 Proverbs 30:11-17 A small boy went into the lingerie section of a large department store and shyly presented his problem to a woman clerk. He said, "I want to buy a slip as a present for my mom, but I don't know what size she wears?" The clerk looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thomas: A Disciple Under Pressure Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 21, 2025
     | 416 views

    The overall word that described what Thomas was dealing with was: pressure.

    THOMAS: A DISCIPLE UNDER PRESSURE JOHN 11:1-16 #ApostleThomas INTRODUCTION… Known for one thing Some people are known for one thing. We sometimes call that “a one shot wonder” or a signature or a trademark. We can also use the phrase “one trick pony” or notorious. Some people are known for one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Confidence And Indecision

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 23, 2025
     | 232 views

    Series on Philippians

    Title: “Confidence and Indecision” Script: Phil. 1:19-26 Type: Expos. Series Where: GNBC 5-25-25 Intro: “Confidence and Indecision” go together about as well as “cats and dogs”. If the apostle was a fan of 1980’s rock music he probably would have said that strangely, “The Clash” most ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    To Be Or Not To Be Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 24, 2025
     | 541 views

    Paul tells the Colossians they were dead. But what did he mean by dead? And how do we know if we are spiritually dead?

    The quality of mercy is not strain'd. It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven Upon the place beneath. It is twice blest: It blesseth him that gives, and him that takes. That, of course, was from the Merchant of Venice, which I studied in grade 11. Do they still teach Shakespear in High ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Stop Telling God What To Do

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 89 views

    How Prayer Changes Us Before It Changes Anything Else. Prayer is not controlling outcomes but aligning with God’s heart, trusting Him fully, and joining His transforming work in people’s lives.

    There are phrases that sound almost sacrilegious in a prayer meeting. Not curse words. Just sentences that don’t fit the script Christian culture hands us. And the moment they come out of your mouth, the atmosphere shifts. Forks freeze above plates. Eyes widen. Someone nearly inhales a dinner ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Sermon 8 - Seeking Things Above Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 3, 2025
     | 332 views

    Today, as we move into Colossians chapter 3, Paul turns his attention to the practical realities of our new lives in Christ and our need to seek the heavenly and slay the earthly.

    Introduction: A. Young children are funny to watch (especially when they are other people’s children). 1. One of the first words they learn is “mine.” 2. They think that everything is theirs – whatever they see, they grab and say: “mine!” B. Unfortunately, many people never grow up or outgrow ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Appointments

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 4, 2025
     | 111 views

    Saul meets Jesus on the Road to Damascus

    Divine Appointments Acts 9:1-16 Many have heard the term “divine appointment,” which refers to an encounter that the LORD arranges, sometimes with another person, to use that interaction to affect both people’s lives. Sometimes, divine appointments can be when you run into a neighbor who has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel That Never Fails Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 6, 2025
     | 145 views

    The message of salvation through Jesus Christ is timeless and unchanging — still the only way to life, truth, and hope.

    ## **Introduction – A Message That Endures** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 3 In our families, we all have things that we would consider timeless treasures. Some of these may hold great monetary worth, while others are valuable for a much deeper reason — the memories attached to them. For instance, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The King In The Tomb - Matthew 27:45-66 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 9, 2025
     | 137 views

    JESUS’ death was not "THE END"; it was the fulfillment of Prophecy, the Payment for sin, and the Prelude to VICTORY. The Cross and the Tomb Reveal the KING’s Divine Authority, Sacrificial Love, and THE Unstoppable Plan of GOD the FATHER.

    2025.11.09. Sermon Notes. THE KING IN THE TOMB - MATTHEW 27:45-66 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Jesus’ death was not the end; it was the fulfillment of prophecy, the payment for sin, and the prelude to victory. The cross and the tomb reveal the King’s divine authority, sacrificial love, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus The Promised Prophet Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 10, 2025
     | 163 views

    Jesus is not just a messenger of God's Word; He is God's Word.

    Jesus: PROPHET, Priest, King Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-02-2025 Rapture-Tok South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela claimed that Jesus appeared to him in a divine vision and told him that the rapture would happen September 23-24. When asked if he was sure, he said he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Radical Transformation

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 11, 2025
     | 95 views

    Paul meets Jesus

    Radical Transformation Acts 9:17-30 When someone accepts Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, they are given a new identity, and their journey of spiritual growth begins. Some people have a radical transformation take place in a short amount of time, demonstrating a fundamental shift in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heaven Opens The Books

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 160 views

    When heaven opens the books, God’s justice, mercy, and love stand revealed—and the Lamb alone secures our place in eternity.

    There are moments in Scripture when the veil between heaven and earth grows thin—moments when we see something of God that we rarely think about. One of those moments is in the book of Daniel. He writes: “The court was seated, and the books were opened.” — Daniel 7:10 Just a simple line. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist