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  • Rodney Fry avatar

    Nature’s Fury—god's Faithfulness

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 12, 2018
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     | 6,240 views

    . This got me thinking. Could “cleaning out the atmosphere” be part of the reason God allows storms in the first place? What about personal storms?

    Scripture: Mark 6:45–52, especially verse 51 Then He went up into the boat to them, and the wind ceased. And they were greatly amazed in themselves beyond measure, and marveled. Introduction: Hurricane Michael this year killed 17 people. Hurricane Wilma hit Florida in mid-October, 2005, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    62. The Purpose Of The Law Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,327 views

    Because of humanity's sin the relationship with God would have to be conducted purely on a legal basis.

    IN HIS IMAGE 62 - THE PURPOSE OF THE LAW This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Son Of Man

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 21, 2022
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     | 3,714 views

    The beautiful title "Son of Man" is important to the believer. This message looks at how this title establishes Jesus’ messiahship, how it establishes Jesus’ humanity, and how it establishes mankind’s victory over sin and death.

    There is a beautiful praise song by Travis Ryan entitled, “Son of God, Son of Man” that goes like this: “Holy King on Heaven’s throne, heart of mercy to atone; so He takes on flesh and bone as angels sing Hallelujah. Son of God, Son of Man; Heaven’s Lion, perfect Lamb. Suffering servant, Great I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas According To Matthew 2023 Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,614 views

    Matthew tells the story of the Messiah's birth

    Immanuel - God with Us Matthew 1:18-25 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-03-2023 Losing Baby Jesus Churches that have a nativity have been finding that it is hard to keep up with baby Jesus. It has been given an official name, “Baby Jesus Theft.” In 2012, a church in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Alienation To Reconciliation. Abridged.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 421 views

    All one in Christ Jesus.

    FROM ALIENATION TO RECONCILIATION. Ephesians 2:11-18. EPHESIANS 2:11. Paul addresses the Ephesian church as being “in times past Gentiles in the flesh.” and he points to the historic antagonism between Jews and non-Jews. On the one hand, Gentiles were scorned as “the Uncircumcision;” on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus In The Wilderness...its About Jesus And You

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 8, 2025
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     | 2,117 views

    For those of us who follow the lectionary, every year we begin the Lenten season with story of Jesus in the wilderness...we will explore how this story reveals a lot about Jesus and also gives us insight into us when we are confronted by wilderness experiences

    Every year when we begin the season of Lent….our first Sunday is focused on Jesus in the wilderness…. How do you feel about being in the wilderness? Some enjoy the wilderness….the smells, its beauty, the wilderness isolation away from traffic and people…. Others can live in the wilderness even ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Mercy Over Judgment Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 987 views

    Learning to extend mercy to others as God has shown us mercy through Christ, and understanding that true justice is always accompanied by mercy.

    Today, we're going to talk about mercy. It's that thing where someone shows you kindness even when you don't deserve it. So, let's dive right in! First, let's look at a story from the Bible. In Luke 13:10-17, Jesus is teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath, and He sees this woman who's been ...read more

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    The Mission Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,251 views

    Develop a daily discipline of noticing others, praying for their needs, and taking action to show them they matter.

    Today, we're going to talk about how we can make a difference in the lives of others. Sometimes we get so caught up in our own lives that we forget about the people around us. But Jesus wants us to notice others and show them that they matter. So, let's dive into this topic and see how we can make ...read more

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    You Are The Temple Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,117 views

    Explores living in harmony as the Body of Christ, overcoming hindrances to unity, and prioritizing God's wisdom over worldly wisdom.

    Hello, beloved family of God. I am so thrilled to be standing before you today, sharing the Good News of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We gather here, not as individuals, but as a unified body, bound together by the love and grace of the One who has called us out of darkness and into His ...read more

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    Angels, Fact, Fiction, And Supposition: What The Bible Says And Doesn’t Say

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Jan 29, 2026
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    Some believe that angels are a figment of man’s imagination. Others believe we each have a guardian angel hovering over us. We will seek to separate fact from fiction and truth from supposition.

    Some believe that angels are a figment of man’s imagination. B. Others believe we each have a guardian angel hovering over us. C. We will seek to separate fact from fiction and truth from supposition. I. ANGELS FROM THE BEGINNING A. They were created prior to Genesis One (Job 38:4-7; Psa ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Evidence Against Us (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 28, 2013
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     | 4,165 views

    This message examines Paul's third round of evidence support his indictment of the human race.

    Well I have to admit that this study from the book of Romans have roughed us up a little. So far Paul has definitely shown the reality of our sin problem. But before we dive in to our text I feel we need to quickly review what Paul has said up to this point in regard to our condition before. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014
     | 4,727 views

    NOW THAT PAUL HAS SHOWN HOW SINFUL HUMANITY IS IN ROMANS 1-3, IN ROMANS 4 HE SHOWS THE ONLY CURE FOR THE SIN PROBLEM IS AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN FAITH

    Romans 4—Justification by Faith Examples – David & Abraham 1. What shall we say then that Abraham our father, as pertaining to the flesh, hath found? 2. For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory; but not before God. 3. For what saith the scripture? Abraham ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Shining Lights Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,125 views

    Giving your Best Effort

    Proclaiming His Majesty Series 2006 Shining Lights Matthew 5:14-16 (Only a small portion of this story is true, I’ll leave it to you to figure out which part. The meaning however is everlasting.) Last week Sheryl and I were spending a quiet evening at home, the children were all in bed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Takes Gumption To Harvest A Crop

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Jan 30, 2019
     | 5,203 views

    It takes effort to have a harvest

    It Takes Gumption To Harvest a Crop, No effort to grow Weeds (Gal 6:7-10) ( A Hard working farmer Toils to prepare his fields and sows GOOD SEED, He then reaps a great Harvest--- A lazy Bum don’t prepare and lets weed seeds take over, He also reaps a harvest—WEEDS OR GOOD CROPS – YOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Of Protection Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 8, 2025
     | 567 views

    When God shuts you in, He shuts out death, calamity, and disaster. In this second half of the year, we are not relying on human calculations or strength — we are crying out to the God of Protection to shut us in!

    GOD OF PROTECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 7:16 Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:1-7, Proverbs 18:10, Isaiah 54:17, Job 1:9-10, Zechariah 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Every believer desires to be safe — from evil, danger, destruction, and the unpredictable storms of life. Safety is a basic ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God