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  • Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala avatar

    Compassion & Understanding Of The Lord Heals The Canaanite Woman’s Daughter

    Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024
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    Because we harbour differences, misunderstandings, resentments, and issues that we must sort out with the Lord, he may growl at us when we ask for a favour. But if our faith in God remains unshaken, the Lord will ensure that God will answer our cries for help.

    Today, I want to hear God speaking to us through the story of Jesus healing the Canaanite woman’s daughter, who was tormented by a demon. For many reasons, this is a unique and fascinating story. For starters, this story, which is placed in the region of Tyre and Sidon, is among the two stories ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Second Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 25, 2025
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    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 120:1-7, Genesis 12:1-4, 1 John 3:13-24, Luke 14:16-24. A). JUST PASSING THROUGH. Psalm 120:1-7. The Psalmist’s testimony is, “In my distress, I cried unto the LORD" (PSALM 120:1a). Prayer is our only recourse in time of trouble (cf. John 16:23-24). It is sure to gain a response ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stay Connected PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
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    This sermon explores our relationship with Christ, emphasizing the importance of faith, fellowship, and fruitfulness as evidence of our divine connection.

    Welcome, beloved, to this precious moment where we gather under the shelter of God's word. It is here, in this sacred space, that we seek to understand more deeply the profound truths of our faith, to draw closer to the heart of God, and to find nourishment for our souls. This is not a mere ...read more

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    Even The Demons Believe PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 29, 2023
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    This sermon explores Jesus' authority, identity, and divine nature, urging believers to deepen their relationship with Him through understanding and faith.

    Good morning, dear friends. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you gathered here today, drawn together by our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are, each one of us, a part of a vast and diverse community, knit together by the golden thread of faith. Today, we are here to engage ...read more

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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon – There Is Hope After Ziklag Burns

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 10, 2025
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    What do you do when you lose your home, your family, your entire city? What do you do to soothe the pain? In the midst of tragedy and grief, people oftentimes begin assessing blame; they look for a scapegoat. Our text from the life of David, David, our hero in that very position.

    Sermon – There is Hope After Ziklag Burns Scripture -1Samuel 30:1-9 “And it came to pass, when David and his men were come to Ziklag on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the south, and Ziklag, and smitten Ziklag, and burned it with fire; And had taken the women captives, that were ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Megan's Baptism - Just The Beginning

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 1, 2001
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    Our commitment as Church to children - to pray and support them on their Christian journey

    Faringdon Bible Reading 2 Tim. 4:6-8 In our Bible reading this morning we read the last written words of St. Paul that have been preserved. Paul says at the end of his life: “I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race and have remained ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • John Howard avatar

    As Children

    Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002
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    Jesus said we had to become like little children, yet we all have picked up teh world’s values. What do we need to do to recover our innocent faith again?

    As Children Matt 18:1-6 and Mark 10:13-16 Reading the Scripture - We find something about how we think - And our adult values - We see the disciples discussing - Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven - They are concerned with positions, titles and rank - These things are very important ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Haugen avatar

    Resurrection Of Our Lord

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Mar 28, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
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    Matthew’s Easter Gospel is for a people who live in fear. It calls us forward into an often fearful future with Jesus going before us.

    Resurrection of Our Lord Matthew 28:1-10 31 March 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen Quite a text! To read this text and to think of all we do to celebrate Easter, there has got to be more to the story than meets the eye. The story comes off a little flat. Women coming to the tomb and you wonder if they ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Wayde Wilson avatar

    Laying It All On The Altar

    Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Mar 17, 2001
    based on 213 ratings
     | 31,122 views

    Salvation/redemption

    TEXT: Genesis, Chapter 22 PROPOSITION: God will send things into our lives from time to time that are designed to test our level of commitment to Him. INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE: What thing(s) in your life might hold you back from laying it all on the line for God? What things are you unwilling to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    Come To The Table

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 6,993 views

    A parable of communion

    Come to the Table Scripture Reading: 1 Cor. 11:23-29 INTRO: Once upon a time: there was a certain young man who had a nice fast car. • Picked up a friend for school function, • En route, driver went a little too fast, lost control • Car careened off road into tree; • driver survived, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Attributes Of God - A Forgiving God To An Advocate #1-#14 Series

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 4,631 views

    14 Prayers of Praise for God’s Attributes

    641 Praise-Worthy Characteristics of God The Father, Son and Holy Spirit 1. A Forgiving God – Lord, I praise you because you said, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (I John 1:9) Thank you that this promise applies to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeffrey Kellum avatar

    Wanting, Having & Needing

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 7, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,906 views

    Learning to want what we have in the Lord is important to our spiritual health.

    INTRODUCTION : Turn with me to the 23rd Psalm, probably the most recognized verse in all Christendom. Recite Psalm 23 from memory. TEXTUAL IDEA: It is a Psalm of David. The song of a king, the song of a shepherd, a song of desire and a song of trust. SERMON IDEA: I have labeled tonight’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Fred Elliott avatar

    The Church's Biggest Problem

    Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,845 views

    Apathy in church members

    THE CHURCH’S BIGGEST PROBLEM Revelation 3: 15-16 Intro: A. The Church --- The body of Christ consisting of all Christians B. Many problems to choose from 1. Gossip and Idle talk 2. Busybodies into everyone else’s business 3. Unforgiving attitudes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Love Got To Do With It?

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 3, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,827 views

    When John talks about love – particularly in this letter, he is primarily using the term with regard to spiritual condition. Love is the defining factor that sets believers – Christian apart from all other people, and Christianity apart from all other re

    WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? 1 John 2:15-17 INTRODUCTION: When John talks about love – particularly in this letter, he is primarily using the term with regard to spiritual condition. Love is the defining factor that sets believers – Christian apart from all other people, and Christianity apart ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Izak Shipman avatar

    How To Behave In The Church

    Contributed by Izak Shipman on Oct 19, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,832 views

    A sermon about our behaviour in the body (church/Ekklesia) of Christ. Also a answer what to do with people who persecute you for following Jesus.

    Rom 12:9-21 Paul gives us clear instructions here as how to life in this body (Ekklesia – Church – body of Christ) Let me break it up for you as we go through it. 1.Love in the body V9 Let love be without hypocrisy Paul says that we should not just pretend that we love others. Hypocrisy means ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational