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  • Timm Meyer avatar

    The Lord Is Our Hope In Hopelessness

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 22, 2022
     | 1,941 views

    We think about bad things. The Lord provides good things.

    THE LORD IS OUR HOPE IN HOPELESSNESS (Outline) August 28, 2022 – Pentecost 12 – 1 KINGS 19:3-8 INTRO: We have a sinful nature. This sinful nature tends to believe the worst first. It is exactly what happened to Elijah in our text today. He looked inward and felt all was lost. Everything was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The "Day Of The Lord” Study In The Scriptures – Additional References Part 8 - Isaiah Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 26, 2022
     | 1,837 views

    Very graphic descriptions of the judgements of The Day of the LORD are given by Isaiah. These affect the whole world in the Tribulation period that happens after the removal of the Church in the Rapture. That time of wrath on a sinful, unrepentant world is covered in this series.

    THE “DAY OF THE LORD” STUDY IN THE SCRIPTURES – ADDITIONAL REFERENCES PART 8 - ISAIAH The DAY OF THE LORD is “The Day of Jehovah” and its usage is always associated with something dire, with judgement, and with events outside the implementation of man. In other words, it is the intervention of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Altering Our Course (2012)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,205 views

    Having unclean lips goes beyond speech because of the origin of our speech is the content of our hearts.

    ALTERING OUR COURSE Text: Isaiah 6:1-8 Rev. Dan R. Dick has a sermon on this text. In his sermon he said that unclean lips he mentioned that “unclean lips” is an evocative phrase that covers a wide range of behaviors”. (David N. Mosser. ed. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    An Old Testament Warning To Christians Today Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 14, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,641 views

    We ought not to make unholy what God says is holy

    Introduction The year is 539 B.C. There is 539 years to the appearance of Christ on earth as a baby in a manager. There are 2022 years from Christ birth to the present day. But the warning given in 539 B.C. applies to this very day. It is a very old warning, but it is one that we must take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love That Waxes Cold: A Prophetic Warning (Matthew 24:12)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 24, 2026
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     | 171 views

    The Bible says that in the last days, people's love and concern for one another will "wax cold". Self-centeredness, worldly pleasures, and apathy will increase. This problem is not just the world's problem. It has become imbedded in the church as well.

    For the past several months, I have been submitting messages based on Matthew's Gospel. After much prayer and thought, I have decided to bring these messages to a conclusion. Godly men such as the late John Walvoord, John MacArthur, James Boice, and others have written excellent messages and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come And Go

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 19, 2025
     | 182 views

    Disciples live between two commands—called out from corruption and sent out for compassion—united in holiness, mission, and love.

    Have you ever heard of the creature called a Push Me Pull You? It comes from the old Doctor Dolittle stories—a curious animal with a head at each end. Each head knows exactly which direction is right, and each pulls with conviction. The problem is they’re attached to the same body. Sometimes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Pride And Humility

    Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Dec 6, 2025
     | 224 views

    This is a sermon about how the devil uses human pride to battle God.

    “Pride and Humility” 1Peter 5: 5-10 There are several themes that God has recently revealed to His little flock here in Catlettsburg. Last week our sermon was about Self-Control. And we realized that the greatest attribute of Self Control is Humility. Over the last couple of years, God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    One God In Three Persons: Living In The Power Of The Trinity Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025
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     | 311 views

    Understanding the Trinity is not merely an academic exercise—it is the key to living fully in God’s presence, empowered by His Spirit, and anchored in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

    One God in Three Persons: Living in the Power of the Trinity Statement of Faith: “The Trinity – We believe that the Godhead exists co-equally and co-eternally in three persons – Father, Son and Holy Spirit – and that these three are one God, sovereign in creation, providence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stay Awake PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,219 views

    Emphasize the importance of spiritual vigilance and preparedness for the return of Jesus, as we do not know the hour of His coming.

    Good morning, folks. Have you ever thought about being caught off guard? You know, those moments when something unexpected happens and you're left in a state of shock or surprise. Well, our scripture today from Matthew 24:42-51 talks about this very thing and the importance of always being ...read more

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    Doing It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,674 views

    Emphasizes the importance of not just hearing God's Word, but actively living it out, highlighting the blessings that come from doing so and the dangers of failing to do so.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to talk about three things: being doers of the Word, the blessing of doing, and the danger of not doing. We're going to dive into the book of James. Now, you know, James doesn't mince words. He's pretty straightforward about what it means to be a follower of ...read more

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    Answering The Call (Part I) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 49 ratings
     | 6,121 views

    This sermon looks at the relationship between works and growing disciples. You can’t mature without serving and service requires a disciple.

    Answering The Call (Part I) The Open Door John 4: 35 "Do you not say, 'There are still four months and then comes the harvest'? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest! 36 "And he who reaps receives wages, and gathers fruit for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Four Purposes Of Prayer (1 Of 4) Series

    Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 28,716 views

    To live effective lives as Jesus’ disciples we need to pray.

    I’ve preached on prayer many times and I’ve tried to do it in such a way that you will be able to easily remember how to pray and to be motivated to pray. Yet I don’t think we are taking full advantage of this most powerful and useful resource we have as Christians. So, I am beginning a four week ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are We Losing The Battle Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 9, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,291 views

    In this message as we see Jesus giving his commission to the church, we will look at 6 reasons why we are not doing such a good job.

    "ARE WE LOSING THE BATTLE, 5 FAILURES OF THE MODERN CHURCH.." LUKE 24:44-49 THIS IS LUKE’S ACCOUNT OF WHAT WE KNOW AS THE GREAT COMMISSION, IT IS WHERE JESUS TELLS HIS FOLLOWERS TO GO OUT AND WIN THE LOST WORLD TO HIM. AND AS WE KNOW THEY TOOK THAT COMMISSION VERY SERIOUSLY, AND STARTING ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "No Longer Bound"

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 22, 2008
    based on 35 ratings
     | 49,073 views

    The demon possessed man of Gadaranes was bound by about 6000 demons, but when they people of the city came to see what happened they found he was No Longer Bound.

    “No Longer Bound” By District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. Mark 5 : 1-9 & 15 Opening: It is often said that the greatest accomplishment the devil has done is that he convinces people that he does not exist. What the devil does so many times is he tries to cause people to believe that some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Your Righteousness Must Exceed That Of The Pharisees: Good Fruit Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,275 views

    Three primary tests we can apply in order to recognize a false prophet: 1) Character, 2) Creed, and 3) Converts.

    Some high-profile leaders who have professed to be Christians, have come under fire recently for alleged misdeeds, with their stories played out prominently in the media. Richard Roberts, son of evangelist Oral Roberts, resigned recently as president of Oral Roberts University in Tulsa amid ...read more

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    Denomination: Other