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  • Sajayan Chacko avatar

    Be The Salt & Light

    Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024
     | 1,993 views

    The various names God gives His children in the Bible. (Some are: sheep, brethren, little ones, etc.) When Jesus gives us the name of "salt" and ‘light”, He is reminding us that we have the opportunity and the responsibility to be an influence in the world.

    • The various names God gives His children in the Bible. (Some are: sheep, brethren, little ones, etc.) When Jesus gives us the name of "salt" and ‘light”, He is reminding us that we have the opportunity and the responsibility to be an influence in the world. • In the first twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Experiencing Christmas All Year Round Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024
     | 1,282 views

    Jesus went from the heights of glory to the depths of shame. He went from the wonders of heaven to the wickedness of earth. He went from exaltation to humiliation. He had experienced coronation in Heaven before Christmas only to experience the curse on this earth.

    Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. Christmas is by far and away America’s most popular holiday. I bet it’s even your personal favorite holiday. Nine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    Who, Not What, Is The Word

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 18, 2023
     | 1,034 views

    This sermon provides a foundation for understanding a triuine God. Word, upper case, is used for God, Jesus, & Holy Spirit as one.

    Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement started by Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the movement split into several groups following different leaders; the majority ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Heaven Sends Help: Understanding The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 9, 2025
     | 526 views

    In sports, we often talk about “home-field” advantage. But the Holy Spirit is better than the “home field” advantage. Again, He is the outside power you need. He is the outside power you need for life, for holiness, and for witness.

    Just before Jesus died on the cross, He sat the Disciples down for a lengthy training session. Knowing He was only hours from departing, Jesus poured in them. It’s right here that Jesus introduces the Holy Spirit. This is known as the Farewell Discourse by Bible scholars. Today’s Scripture “If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Light Of His Coming - Be Patient

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 4, 2000
    based on 151 ratings
     | 15,042 views

    In II Thess. 1, Paul writes about the three things that will take place when He returns.

    OPEN: Back in the 1800’s R.A. Torrey was preaching on the 2nd coming of Christ before a crowd of nearly 3000. As he finished his sermon, Dr. Torrey felt carried away by his subject and climaxed saying: “It may be that before we arise in the morning… or that before we sleep tonight… or it may ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Henry Shellman avatar

    The Highway

    Contributed by Henry Shellman on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,312 views

    A guide to victorius living using the vision of Isaiah

    The Highway Isaiah 35; 8 “And a highway will be there, it will be called the Way of Holiness. The unclean will not journey on it; it will be for those who walk in that Way; wicked fools will not go about on it. Vs 9 No lion will be there nor any ferocious beast get up on it; they will not be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • J. Douglas Duty Jr. avatar

    The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 4, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 24,190 views

    From a series "What we Believe..."

    “What We Believe…” God the Holy Spirit Romans 8:2-16 Today we look at what is probably the most controversial, the most misunderstood and least used doctrines in churches today – that is the HOLY SPIRIT. In the the Old Testament, God’s power; in New Testament He is the third person of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matt Black avatar

    The Bible: The Power Of God Series

    Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,803 views

    Proposition: Our faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.

    Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 5) Proposition: Our faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. Key Verses: I Corinthians 2:5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. The Bible is true from cover ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. M Edmunds avatar

    "This Is Your Hour, Don't Faint!"

    Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Dec 7, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 19,888 views

    For this is your hour, this is your year, and don’t let no devil in hell stop you from receiving what God has for you.

    “And let us not be weary in well doing: For in due season we shall reap, if we faint not” – Galatians 6:9. Before I get into our text, I will like us to review Paul’s life and conversion. For he was a prudent and profound man who believed in pursuing life with a passion so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Zahn avatar

    Cling To Christ's Love

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 24, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,667 views

    There is nothing in all creation that can separate us from God’s love for us in Christ Jesus.

    In medieval times there was a monk who announced to his listeners that he would be preaching the following Sunday evening on the “Love of God.” The following Sunday, as the shadows fell and the light ceased to come in through the cathedral windows, the congregation gathered. In the darkness of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Spirit-Control Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,256 views

    Jesus calls the Holy Spirit (depending on your translation) a “Helper”, “Comforter”, or “Counselor” (vs 16). This title literally means one who comes alongside to assist us, working in and through us, encouraging us along life’s way.

    “I Believe” -Sermon Series on the Apostles Creed “Spirit-Control” John 14:16-27 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts One phrase we hear a lot in church is a way of either introducing worship or ending a prayer: “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Bruce Howell avatar

    A Life Poured Out

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 7, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 12,662 views

    This is a message calling for a commitment of the variety that Paul spoke of in Romans 12:1,2.

    A Life Poured Out 2 Tim 4:1-8 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-- with great patience ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    Children Of The Light

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,786 views

    Until you get to heaven, you will never fully understand and comprehend what Jesus did for you by saving your soul.

    CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT With “Thanksgiving”, we know that every Christian is blessed – 1. Salvation and forgiveness 2. Deliverance from the darkness of sin and disbelief 3. Given hope for tomorrow and an eternity with the Lord 4. Strength for living each new day The Bible tells us that we haven’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    Lord, Always Give Us This Bread!

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Aug 2, 2003
    based on 138 ratings
     | 14,178 views

    This sermon is the lectionary text for 8th. Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, and is really a Salvation message

    LORD, ALWAYS GIVE US THIS BREAD”—JOHN 6:22-35 Bread is the most common of all foods. My Mother always called it, “the staff of life.” Perhaps Leviticus 26:26 is the basis for this designation: “When I break your staff of bread, ten women will bake your bread in one oven, and they will bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Walking In Truth Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,579 views

    This is the 4th study in the study "Light In The Darkness".

    WALKING IN TRUTH 1 John 2:18-29 It makes no difference what you believe, just as long as you are sincere!” This is the philosophy of many people today. Does being sincere automatically make something true? Here is an example that may answer this question. A nurse in a hospital gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist