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  • Rick Burdette avatar

    I Didn't Come To Bring Peace Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012
     | 8,800 views

    Peace, conflice, salvation, war

    I DIDN'T COME TO BRING PEACE Luke 12:49-53 (p 738) Aug. 1, 2010 INTRODUCTION: I was playing this picture game the other day with one of my grandchildren. It said, "One of these things is not like the others". And since it was on the level of a two year old it was pretty easy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blaspheming The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 9, 2012
    based on 127 ratings
     | 27,733 views

    This act reveals a heart so hard that repentance is impossible (Hebrews 3:7--19). Ultimately, as Augustine says, "It is un-repentance that is a blasphemy against the Spirit" Updated June 2018.

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture Readings before the Sermon. The Scripture Readings for this day were: 1 Samuel 8:4 - 20; Psalm 138 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 and Mark 3:20-35. A Little Boy desperately wanted $100.00 ...to buy some toys ...and prayed to God ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Part 2: What Love And What It Is Not Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 8, 2016
     | 11,339 views

    In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Paul defines what love is and what it is not.

    LOVE DEFINED 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Finding Comfort From God While We Comfort Others" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 10, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,942 views

    As Christians we can find strength in our weakness. And God promises through His Scriptures that He will remain faithful and comfort us when we are discouraged in times of trial.

    A group of friends went deer hunting and paired off in twos for the day. That night one of the hunters returned alone, staggering under an eight-point buck. "Where’s Harry?" he was asked. "Harry had a stroke of some kind. He’s a couple of miles back up the trail." "You left Harry lying there, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    When In Romans…

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 2, 2011
     | 3,575 views

    Today I’d like to cover 2 main areas: 1) The setting of Romans so we can better understand what Paul was trying to accomplish when he wrote under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and 2) Paul’s opening words in Romans 1:1-7 as he greets the believers at

    When in Romans… Romans 1:1-7 -Today marks the beginning of a new series through the book of Romans. Romans gives us one of the most complete, yet concise presentations of the good news about Jesus (aka “the gospel”) that there is. -There have been many great people who have ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    According To Truth Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 26, 2011
     | 5,728 views

    God's judgement is according to truth.

    Introduction I never grow tired of the story of the man who came down from the North Carolina Mountains. He was all dressed up and carrying his Bible. A friend saw him and asked, “Elias, what’s happening? Where are you going all dressed up like that?” Elias said, “I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Grace And Passion For The Lost Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 16, 2011
     | 4,155 views

    We need a passion to share our faith with those who don’t know God as well as the wisdom to know how.

    Romans 9:1-13; 30-33 Introduction: A. This begins a two chapter section in which Paul deals with the nation of Israel: what God has done in their past as well as what part-if any, they still occupy in the future plan of God. B. Some eschatological interpretations have all the Jews-or at least most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Do You See Post Covid -19???

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 13, 2020
     | 3,846 views

    This is not for everyone, this is for people who are going through a dark period of discouragement, failure and uncertainty, bravo friend, God has got your back!

    The voice of a prophet, what do you see post COVID -19??? Friday night, (June 12, 2020) I was in my room doing an all-night prayer and my daughter was also praying in another room. After reading the Bible, I started intense prayer from midnight 12 am, I was weeping at His feet, I needed many ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Smyrna: Riches Within Poverty

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 12, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,688 views

    The second church Jesus instructed John to pen a letter was the church in Smyrna. It was situated within a city of great wealth and affluence, and yet many believers lived in poverty. They were not rich by the world's standards, but they were rich in grace.

    Smyrna: Riches within Poverty Revelation 2: 8-11 Today we come to Smyrna, the second church within the series of letters John was instructed to write in the Revelation. It is interesting to note, that of the seven churches, only two received all praise and encouragement from the Lord, with no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Life Of Moses Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 23, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,105 views

    Moses as a Man of God (Joshua 14:6), a Servant of God (Joshua 14:7), and a Prophet of God (Deuteronomy 34:12) which he attained through his prayer life.

    Text; Exodus 32:11-14 Theme: Prayer Life of Moses Greetings & Introduction: Date of Exodus and date of birth of Moses: According to I Kings 6:1, the Exodus from Egypt occurred 480 years before Solomon began building the Temple in Jerusalem. It is in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign, about ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "To Be A Friend Of God”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 3, 2018
     | 9,727 views

    The sermon seeks to understand the words of Jesus who calls us "His friends". There is a difference between being an acquaintance of Jesus and being His Friend. some thoughts from "Cigna Insurance on loneliness in our culture, & "seasons of refreshing.

    In Jesus Holy Name May 6, 2018 Text: John 15:12-14 Easter VI “To Be A Friend of God” Begin with a prayer this week. (read the text) One of the most popular TV shows from 1994 to 2004 was called “Friends”. It was about 3 young ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    David And Absalom Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 16, 2022
     | 3,088 views

    David's shame and favoritism prevented him from being the father he should have been - with terrible consequences

    December 17, 2022 Years went by… Absalom (3rd son) had a sister, Tamar. Amnon (1st son) “loved” Tamar – so much so that he made himself ill because he couldn’t have her. Amnon’s friend, Jonadab suggested that he pretend to be ill and ask Tamar to bring him some food. • 2 Samuel 13:11-13 - But ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    How We Should Wait On The Advent? A Sermon For The Third Sunday In Advent

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 29, 2025
     | 322 views

    What is to be our attitude as we wait for the return of Jesus? Also, what should we be doing while we wait? For the Third Sunday in Advent, Year A, 2025

    How Should We Wait for the Advent? James 5:7–10 NKJV Therefore be patient, brethren, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently for it until it receives the early and latter rain. You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Battle Worth Fighting

    Contributed by William White Jr on Jul 2, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,895 views

    THIS IS A MESSAGE OF ENCOURAGEMENT.

    A BATTLE WORTH FIGHTING (Ephesians 6:10-18) As I look back over my life, I thank God for the life that I have lived. God blessed me to have some wonderful parents, some wonderful grandparents, a wonderful rearing church family, and a reasonable portion of health and strength. God blessed me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    To The Church In Smyrna Series

    Contributed by Johnny Small on Apr 3, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 22,093 views

    How does the Church in Smyrna compare to our Church? 2nd in series of the Seven Churches of Revelation.

    To the Church in Smyrna In this series on the seven churches of revelation, we will be examining the commendation and condemnation of each of the seven churches and learning the lessons that is meant for our Church. Today we will look at the 2nd church of revelation, the church in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist