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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Blessings In Bethsaida Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 11, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,972 views

    As Jesus came into the area of Gennesaret, word quickly spread that He had arrived. The entire region sought Him, bringing the sick unto Him by faith. We need to spread the word about Jesus, and point others to Him.

    Blessings in Bethsaida Mark 6: 53-56 Our text today immediately follows the miraculous, and yet frightening night the disciples had spent upon the sea. While we too would likely have responded much the same or worse, we cannot overlook their lack of faith. Jesus had commanded them to get into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    The Hope That Transforms

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 8, 2023
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     | 5,651 views

    The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was celebrated long before Christmas in the church.

    TITLE: THE HOPE THAT TRANSFORMS SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 8:24-25 All eyes in Christendom have turned upon celebrating Christmas. In fact, this is what many Christians make of Advent, if they have even heard of it or think of it at all. The reality is advent is only distantly related to Christmas. It was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Joy Overflows! In These Extra Ordinary Times!

    Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on Jan 4, 2021
     | 2,309 views

    What happens when the joy in heaven overflows to earth?

    When Joy overflows! In these extra ordinary times! By my calculations its just five days to Christmas Day Morning and I’m trying to get a sense of the anticipation that might have been in the air some 2020 years ago. First of all, I suppose that we ought to ask who it was who was anticipating? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For The Glory Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025
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     | 381 views

    Preparing for the glory of God is not a casual affair. It involves intentional consecration, obedience to divine patterns, unified worship, joyful expectation, and bold honouring of God regardless of human opinions.

    PREPARING FOR THE GLORY OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 15:1-28 Supporting Texts: Exodus 19:10-11, Psalm 24:3-10, 2 Chronicles 5:11-14, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 INTRODUCTION: The glory of God is not to be treated casually; it is weighty, sacred, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hope, Life’s Anchor

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 3, 2024
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    Advent is a season of preparation and anticipation, marking the four weeks leading up to Christmas. The word "Advent" comes from the Latin adventus, meaning "coming" or "arrival."

    Title: Hope, Life’s Anchor Text: Isaiah 9:6-7 "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Timothy Wong avatar

    The Church That God Wants

    Contributed by Timothy Wong on Apr 6, 2023
     | 2,505 views

    What kind of characteristics does God want in His church

    1 Thessalonians 1 : 6 - 10 6 And you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit, 7 so that you became examples to all in Macedonia and Achaia who believe. 8 For from you the word of the Lord has sounded forth, not only in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    Giving Thanks

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022
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    Thanksgiving is not a quiet game. It’s not us sitting on the sidelines. It’s not sitting on the back row. It’s actively participating.

    Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! - 100:1 How would you describe our worship to the Lord? Worship is to be joyful and expressive. “Make a joyful noise to the Lord; shout joyfully to the Lord.” As we come into this Thanksgiving week, we look at what is one of the most beloved and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The People Who Hear The Joyful Sound

    Contributed by James Lowe on Dec 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,340 views

    A message speaking of four joyful sounds in the Word of God

    Blessed are the people who know the joyful sound Psalm 89:15 In reading this scripture, notice the words very carefully: The author did not write: Blessed are the people who know the mournful sound Or the unhappy sound Or the depressing sound Or even the sorrowful sound But Blessed are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Should Christians Have Joy? Part 1

    Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 11, 2019
     | 2,445 views

    A question comes up asking why Christians are supposed to be filled with Joy. So, why should we?

    Sermon- Why should Christians have Joy? - A question comes up asking why Christians are supposed to be filled with Joy. - Our obvious answer is, we’re filled with Joy because we’ve been redeemed from sin & death, & reconciled back to God. - People, however, want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Singing Soul

    Contributed by Damien Saylor on Jan 19, 2020
     | 3,564 views

    Now, I will make my Soul Sing, because the world needs to hear what He has done.

    Sermon- Singing Soul - As we’re walking the journey of this life there are so many moments that produce the feeling of a sinking soul, in which we have to lean on the Lord. - Then we walk the path of a satisfied soul as we are helped, assured, comforted, & guided by the Lord. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Count Your Blessings

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 8, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,399 views

    A study of Psalm 103 will give us ample ammunition to personally, passionately, and perpetually praise God no matter what we are going through! I am going to give you three reasons why: We Have It So Good; We Enjoy So Much; and We Have Expressed So Little!

    Sermon – Count Your Blessings Ps 103:1 A Psalm of David. “Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. 2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: 3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; 4 Who redeemeth thy life from ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Kingdom Keys - Luke Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024
     | 661 views

    Joy comes to us when we surrender our will, for the will and power of our Father, His Son and The Holy Spirit

    So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Certain Sound

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Aug 2, 2025
     | 220 views

    When Jesus comes to take us home in the rapture, there will be some sounds that will not be uncertain. They will be "certain" sounds.

    Joyful Sounds Psalm 89:15-18 Intro. TEXT: Psa. 89:15 Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance. There are some sounds we like to hear. A baby’s laughter Good music Others (?) The dinner bell For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Dayao avatar

    The Unexpected Path To Perfection

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 23, 2025
     | 180 views

    This sermon explains how God purposefully uses the trials of life to refine our faith, produce steadfast endurance, and develop us into spiritually mature believers who are complete in Christ.

    If you were to take a survey of every person in this room, and perhaps every person in this city, and ask them, "What is your main goal in life?" you would get a lot of different answers. Some would say to be successful, to provide for their family. Others might say to be healthy, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do We Live With Joy? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 80 views

    True joy and belonging are found in knowing Jesus personally, sharing fellowship with God, and experiencing His life-giving presence in everyday moments.

    Have you ever noticed how the best news often arrives in the simplest package—a note on the counter, a text from a friend, a voice that says, “I’m here”? First John opens like that. It’s an old apostle’s steady hand reaching for your shoulder, a pastor’s calm voice speaking to a crowded room and a ...read more

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