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  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Inexpressible Joy

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 1, 2024
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    This kind of joy is not rooted in the absence of struggle or challenges but springs from a deeper place—a place anchored in God's promises. Today, we will explore this profound joy, its foundation, its vast greatness, and how it can be truly ours.

    1 Peter 1:6-9 Introduction A Kid Anticipating Christmas Use the excitement of a child counting down to Christmas morning. The child’s joy isn’t just about the day arriving; it’s about the hope and anticipation of what the day will bring. Similarly, our joy in Christ is grounded in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Return Of Christ As King Of Kings Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025
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     | 627 views

    Revelation 19:11-16 paints a powerful picture of Christ’s second coming, where He will return not as a humble servant, but as the mighty King of kings, ready to establish His eternal rule.

    THE RETURN OF CHRIST AS KING OF KINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 19:11-16 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:31-34, Revelation 1:7, Philippians 2:9-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Zechariah 14:4 INTRODUCTION: The return of Jesus Christ is a defining moment in the history of the world. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Stark avatar

    I Have Come Into The World As Light Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,957 views

    A study of the impact of Jesus as light in our darkened world.

    “Jesus cried out and said, ‘Whoever believes in me, believes not in me but in him who sent me. And whoever sees me sees him who sent me. I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness. If anyone hears my words and does not keep them, I do not judge ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Talking To Yourself

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 3, 2022
     | 3,297 views

    When you have had enough of living in the pigpen, you can return home knowing that the Father waits to receive you.

    “Jesus said, ‘There was a man who had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, “Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.” And he divided his property between them. Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Marks Of The True Church: Joy Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 3, 2024
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     | 2,263 views

    Christ promised joy for those who follow Him. One sure mark of the redeemed is joy.

    “Now I am coming to you, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves.” Suppose you are on holiday. Now imagine it is a Sunday morning, and you want to find a church where you can join fellow Christians in worship of the Risen Saviour. (You do attend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Music Matters!

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 31, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,506 views

    Music matters... 1. Because it helps educate God's people. 2. Because it helps encourage God's people. 3. Because it helps exalt our God.

    Music Matters! Colossians 3:16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Aug 27, 2014 *Think of some of the things we tend to take for granted. There are many things, but with the focus on music tonight, I want to mention the music program of our church. Our Sanctuary Choir rehearses every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ronald Franklin avatar

    How To Turn Stress Into Rest - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ronald Franklin on Aug 7, 2008
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     | 6,847 views

    The key to being able to stand up under pressure, and turn our stress into rest, is not the situation we face, but how we think about that situation.

    INTRODUCTION In the first message in this series, we talked about stress. What we found out was ... (1) Stress is a fact of life. It is something not even the most spiritual Christian can avoid. (2) Not only is stress unavoidable, it is necessary. Without the motivation of stressful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Pike avatar

    I Am Good Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 12, 2018
     | 3,963 views

    The reason we shout for joy, the reason we worship Him with gladness, the reason we enter His Presence with thanksgiving, the reason we give thanks to Him and praise His name is that "the Lord is good and His steadfast love endures forever. His faithfulness continues through all generations.”

    One of my favorite novels is Daniel Defoe’s “Robinson Crusoe.” You know, it’s sad how we’ve taken great novels like “Robinson Crusoe,” “Gulliver’s Travels,” “Moby Dick,” or “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and relegated them to children’s stories. We’ve done the same with Samson and Goliath in the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • John Rogers avatar

    Counterfeiting Of Our Praise Series

    Contributed by John Rogers on Feb 7, 2015
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     | 7,591 views

    Satan the Master Counterfeiter has sold the church a system of praise that does not glorify God. This message seeks to point out the different ways that Satan has robbed the Christian of the Blessings of God.

    Praise Ps 95: 1-6 95:1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. 3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods. 4 In his hand are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    26th Sunday After Pentecost. November 22nd, 2026. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,442 views

    Year A, Proper 29.

    Ezekiel 34:11-16, Ezekiel 34:20-24, Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 95:1-7, Ephesians 1:15-23, Matthew 25:31-46 A). THE DAVIDIC SHEPHERD. Ezekiel 34:11-16, Ezekiel 34:20-24. 1. The Good Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11-16). First, we see the Good Shepherd as the one who seeks out the lost sheep, Ezekiel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • C.J. Moffett avatar

    "Why Can't Everyday Be Sunday?"

    Contributed by C.j. Moffett on Sep 16, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,881 views

    I don’t know about you, but I find Sundays uplifting. Why can’t everyday be Sunday? The rest of the week gets tough, huh?

    --Illus: I have a personal hero list, and high on that list is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I admire him for his courage and conviction; what he did and how he challenged this nation is nothing short of inspirational. Furthermore, as a preacher, I admire him as an orator. His speeches are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    What Are You Waiting For?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 14, 2001
    based on 245 ratings
     | 31,309 views

    Simeon had waited all his life for this moment. And there are 3 things we need to notice about it.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. There was a family who had no interest in spiritual things, & therefore never went to S.S. or church. But one Christmas their little boy was invited by his best friend to attend the S.S. Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Did They Go PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 596 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' baptism, the wisemen's search for God, and how these spiritual quests shape our understanding of faith and our place in God's narrative.

    Good morning, dear family of God, gathered here today in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. What a blessing it is to see each of your faces, shining with the light of His love and grace. It's a joy to be in fellowship with you, as we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, seeking ...read more

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  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Come And Get It - Perseverance Part2 Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 14, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,094 views

    The Joy of the Lord will help us persevere through the difficult times of our Christian walk.

    July 3, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Subject: Joy - Part 2 in the Perseverance Series Title: Come and Get It What is the connection between being a Christian and joy? Joy is part of the fruit that we should exhibit. There is nothing that can be more satisfying and joyful than knowing ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Roper avatar

    The Joy Of Faith

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Jul 27, 2013
     | 7,858 views

    People who look on Bible religion as gloomy and joyless would do well to study Psalms 5

    THE JOY OF FAITH People who look on Bible religion as gloomy and joyless would do well to study the Book of Psalms. It is worth note that in this one book of Scripture the words "joy," "joyful," "glad," "gladness," "rejoice," occur more than ninety times. The Faithful sees the rainbow in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God