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  • Tim Smith avatar

    Diverse Communities

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,831 views

    Peter had been raised to believe one thing only to find it wasn’t true. Peter had always thought God was an exclusive God, for the Jews only, that Gentiles were second-class who didn’t deserve God’s attention like the Jews did.
But now, Peter sees h

    Diverse Communities Galatians 3:26-29 Have you ever believed something, only to find out that it wasn’t true? Consider these old wives tales. If you go outside with wet hair, you’ll catch a cold. Cold weather, wet hair, and chills don’t cause colds; viruses do. Reading in dim light will damage your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    We Are A People-Called To Pray-Now!

    Contributed by William Akehurst on May 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,501 views

    We are HIS Children and HE desires our hearts. We are called to obey, but the question is, do we? IF: two (2) simple letters and “IF” is a big word. “If only” is a desire that GOD has for HIS Children. IF we would only...No longer is it a matter of "IF", the time is NOW.

    2020.05.03 We are a people - Called to pray William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: 2Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 6:33; John 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:1-5; Psalm 51:3-4; Psalm 9:1-2; Matthew 6:10; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 82:3-4 We are a people called to pray. We are HIS Children and HE desires our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    John Series Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 25, 2021
     | 1,829 views

    the witness of John the Baptist is a dynamic example for every servant of God. 1. John was questioned by religionists who were suspicious of Him: they asked, “Who are you?” (v.19). 2. He was a man who knew who he was (vv.20–22). 3. He was only a voice—only a forerunner for the Lord (v.23–24).

    John Series Part 5 John 1:19-28 Jesus the Messiah, the Lord: The Second Witness of John the Baptist, 1:19–28 (1:19–28) Introduction: the witness of John the Baptist is a dynamic example for every servant of God. 1. John was questioned by religionists who were suspicious of Him: they asked, “Who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy: All For One Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 11, 2025
     | 155 views

    Have you ever wished there was only one person you had to please? What if you experienced the truths about living to please only God that would help you have more joy. We invite you to examine your daily living and embrace God as the most important one you live for!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) JOY: All for One Philippians 2:12-18 We are approaching Thanksgiving. And before long, Christmas will be here. These are supposed to be joy-filled months. But they can be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Gratitude And Salvation: A Tale Of Ten Lepers SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 2,988 views

    Jesus healed ten lepers, but only one, a Samaritan, returned to express his gratitude. Jesus, moved by his thankfulness, not only healed him but also forgave his sins. The other nine lepers, although healed, were not saved. This story emphasizes the importance of gratitude and the profound impact it can have on our spiritual well-being.

    In this story, Jesus encounters ten lepers who are suffering from a dreadful disease called leprosy. Leprosy was considered a punishment from God for sin, and those afflicted with it were deemed unclean and untouchable. These ten lepers, from different nationalities, cry out to Jesus for mercy, ...read more

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    Practical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 11, 2022
     | 3,870 views

    The book of James is written by Jesus’ brother. James speaks to the practical side of Christianity. Christianity is doctrine, but it is more than doctrine. His point was to influence believers to a practical Christianity. It is written to Hebrew Christians.

    A man leaves his business in the hands of someone to look after things while he is gone. When he returns, he asked the one he left in charge, did you get my letters and read my instructions? Yes, he replied I received them, and I read them. How could it be that this man received the letters and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Stop Trusting In Yourself – Trust Christ Alone Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 25, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 562 views

    Most people in our culture assume that Heaven is a reward for the good. But the Bible says something very different: Heaven is not for the good—it is for the forgiven.

    Go! And Stop Trusting in Yourself – Trust Christ Alone Romans 3:23 (NLT): “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.” Romans 6:23 (NLT): “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” Introduction – The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Best Gifts Come In Small Packages

    Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,756 views

    We need the joyful reminder that God is present with us not only in life’s most difficult moments but especially in the midst of life’s tragedies.

    The Best Gifts Come in Small Packages / Matthew 1:18-25 Advent 4, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 23 Dec. 2001 A little boy and girl were singing their favorite Christmas carol in church the Sunday before Christmas. The boy concluded "Silent Night" with the words, "Sleep in heavenly beans." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prince Of Peace Instigates War

    Contributed by James May on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,190 views

    The Prince of Peace has come to bring a sword and not peace to the earth. The Peace that He brings can only be experienced if we are covered by the Blood of the Lamb.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Do You Hear What I Hear?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 180 ratings
     | 44,198 views

    Too often, we feel that we are listening what God is saying to us but we really hear only what we want to hear.

    Luke 8:18 "Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seems to have." Introduction: I read about a lady who had a hearing problem. One day she and her husband were driving from Tennessee to Little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Time Management: The Clock Is Ticking Series

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 143 ratings
     | 23,553 views

    This Sermon Deals With The Fact We Only Have So Many Hours To Live And God Expects A Stewardship Of Our Time As Well As Of Our Money.

    The Clock Is Ticking 10/4/98 Psalm 90 Luke 6 46:-49 Stewardship Of Time When we hear 10, 9, 8,7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, when we get to zero, we all expect something to happen. It might be an explosion of a bomb going off, or it might be the final seconds of a game before we burst out in joy ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Finding A Contractor (Part 2 Of 4) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on May 19, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,998 views

    Good contractors are hard to find, especially one we can trust. Jesus is the only one who can renew our hearts and lives.

    (This series was used in a capital funds campaign to raise money for repairs and renewal of the church facilities.) Jeff Armbrester Renewal for Growth There are two possible directions that renewal may take. Renewal can go in the direction of preservation, which is restoration. It is an attempt ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Union With Christ In Prayer And Suffering

    Contributed by William Baeta on May 9, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,941 views

    "And this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent" John 17:3

    Theme: Union with Christ in prayer and suffering Text: Acts 1:12-14; 1 Peter 4:13-16; John 17:1-11 Prayer is the heartbeat of the Christian life and it is therefore not surprising that Jesus spent a lot of time in prayer. In John 17, sometimes referred to as the “High Priestly” Prayer, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Loving God & Man

    Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Jun 25, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,635 views

    God loves us infinitely so that we can love him and one another. Jesus says this love is our only badge of authority.

    LOVING GOD & MAN 6-23-02 Rom 5:1-11, 2Cor 5:14-21, 1 John 2:1-2 In our hymnals, we have the song: "The Love of God is greater far Than tongue or pen can ever tell; It goes beyond the highest star, And reaches to the lowest hell;" "Could we with ink the ocean fill, And were the skies of parchment ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Anti-Venom For The Serpent's Bite

    Contributed by Gary Washburn on Apr 12, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,275 views

    We have all been poisoned with the venom of the serpent’s bite. There is only one cure. You must have the right anti-venom.

    The Anti –Venom for the Serpent’s bite Numbers 21:4-9 John 3:15-16 Intro: My first experience deer hunting in the woods of Florida I had just walked down a path in the woods when no sooner than I heard a shotgun blast behind. I ran back down the path about 25 yards to where I was just walking and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist