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Unhindered Forgiveness Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 17, 2024

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This message looks at the forgiveness God offers to us, its power to transform our life, and our responsibility to forgive others.

Week 1: The Unhindered kingdom. Week 2 - Unhindered Forgiveness. Worldly forgiveness is often based on: How deep the hurt How worthy we see the other person Their relationship to us Their level of remorse One time or continual. A. God’s Unhindered Forgiveness is offered to everyone. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Responsibility Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 7, 2021

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Jesus came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it. But in so doing Jesus made us not merely servants of God, but sons and daughters of God.

Homily for Monday of the 19th week in course Did the early followers of Jesus consider themselves to be Christians or Jews? The answer is that their discipleship to Jesus was, in their minds, the completion of Judaism. Jesus came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it. But in so doing Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:22-27, Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Catholic

The Word Of Faith That We Proclaim.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 3, 2022

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If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God Him raised from the dead, you shall be saved.

THE WORD OF FAITH THAT WE PROCLAIM. Romans 10:8-13. For Moses, the word was ‘nigh thee, in your mouth and in your heart, THAT YOU MAY DO IT’ (Deuteronomy 30:14). The Apostle Paul makes a new application of this as “the word of FAITH which we proclaim” (Romans 10:8). According to Paul, the object ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is The Sky Blue?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 15, 2020

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Jesus answers his adversaries difficult question with a creative answer.

Why Is The Sky Blue? Matthew 22: 15 - 22 Intro: Anyone who has interacted with children knows they can ask a lot of difficult questions. Examples: Why do leaves change different colors? / If shampoo comes in so many colors, why is the lather on your head always white? / If the No 2 pencil is so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Visionary View: Where Are You Looking Now? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023

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Where are you looking now? In a world filled with distractions, it's crucial to consider where our focus lies.

"Visionary View: Where Are You Looking Now?" Today, we explore a profound question: Where are you looking now? In a world filled with distractions, it's crucial to consider where our focus lies. Let us turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to gain insight into this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Faith And Conviction

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

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In today's sermon, we will explore the profound connection between faith and conviction, drawing inspiration from Hebrews 11 and the examples of biblical heroes.

>> Opening Bible Verse Hebrews 11:1-40 ESV "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation..." >> Opening Illustration Consider the story of Dashart Manji, a man from Gaya who ran ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40, 2 Timothy 4:7, Daniel 3:16-18, Exodus 3:4, Deuteronomy 34:4-5, Romans 4:20-21, Job 1:22, Daniel 6:22, Genesis 6:22, Nehemiah 2:20, Hebrews 11:6, Acts 2:14-35 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Death, But There Is Forgiveness And Healing

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2024

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God’s Word is more powerful than anything the profiteers of death can throw at us.

December 28 Holy Innocents 2024 Voters in the state of Florida awoke on November 5 of 2024 to discover that their fellow Floridian Donald J. Trump had defeated his opponent not only in their state but popularly in the entire country, and decisively by electoral vote count. They also found that, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18, Psalm 124:2-8

Denomination: Catholic

Joseph The Portrait Of Christ

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 4, 2025

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The Life of Joseph in Genesis 30:24 – Genesis 50:26, gives us a Portrait of JESUS CHRIST. (compilation from Bible Gateway)

2024.12.15. Sermon Notes. JOSEPH THE PORTRAIT OF CHRIST Joseph: the Portrait of CHRIST (Bible Gateway) The Life of Joseph Genesis 30:24 – Genesis 50:26 1. A shepherd. 2. Loved by his father. 3. Sent unto his brethren 4. Hated by his brothers. 5. Prophesied his coming glory. 6. Rejected by his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:24, Genesis 50:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Joseph To Moses And Aaron.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 21, 2025

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The LORD our God was the One who called for the famine, but He had already sent Joseph ahead of Israel into Egypt. He turned the heart of the Egyptians to hate His people, but sent Moses and Aaron to bring them out of Egypt. He shows Himself Sovereign over all things.

FROM JOSEPH TO MOSES AND AARON. Psalm 105:16-26. 1. The Sending of Joseph. Psalm 105:16-22. PSALM 105:16. It is the LORD our God who “called for a famine upon the land: He brake the whole staff of bread.” Bread, or any staple, is aptly called ‘the staff of life’ – for without his staff man ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:16-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Under The Influence

Contributed by Herb Pulse on Jun 19, 2023

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Being under the influence of the Holy Spirit

Spirit; The term, under the influence” is one very familiar to individuals of western culture, and one very traumatic to many. For many this term has been connected with painful, tragic events that caused the premature death of a loved one, and for others gripped by its dominance, life altering ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:15, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Christian Church

A Crumb From The Table.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 3, 2023

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Faith demonstrated in the margins of life.

A CRUMB FROM THE TABLE. Matthew 15:21-28. In the earlier part of the chapter, Jesus had disputed with some Scribes and Pharisees about ritual and tradition; and had taught those who would hear that defilement does not come from without, but from within. It is also true to say that FAITH flows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Love: The Core Of Our Spiritual Existence

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 1, 2024

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Christ Love: The Core of our Spiritual Existence

Christ Love: The Core of our Spiritual Existence Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Reflection Valentine's Day is a time when people celebrate love in a world that is frequently chaotic and uncertain. Even though romantic love is usually connected to this day, it is important to consider a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Other

Holy Boldness And Gracious Submission.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 11, 2022

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Shaping our prayers in accordance with what we know about the character of God.

HOLY BOLDNESS AND GRACIOUS SUBMISSION. Genesis 18:20-32. This is the earliest prayer to be written down in the Bible. The prayer conversation was not initiated by Abraham, but by the LORD, who allowed Abraham to overhear His musings about the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 18:20-21). The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful- Be Strong Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 29, 2024

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This is the 216th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#216] FAITHFUL- BE STRONG 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Introduction: In talking with some of our Ministers, remaining faithful to God in our Christian lives, is difficult. Each of our Churches have people that have been serving God faithfully; but the enemy seems to be winning the battles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Epitome Of Humility, Love And Service

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 15, 2025

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Jesus demonstrated humility and service by washing the feet of His disciples, despite being their master, and taught us to go and do likewise.

Jesus: The Epitome of Humility, Love and Service Study Text: John 13:1-17 Introduction: This is a profound moment in the life of Jesus, that reveals not only His character but also His expectations for us as His followers. We witness Jesus washing the feet of His disciples. This is a powerful ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

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