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  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 14, 2018
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    A series based on the Fruit of the Spirit, helping us reach our full potential.

    Fruit of the Spirit - Joy Galatians 5:22-23 April 15, 2018 I need to admit I’m kind of confused. I’m not really sure what’s going to make me happy! I was thinking about a new car. But I wasn’t sure. Maybe one of these would work!! But then again, I thought I could change my wardrobe. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    First Corinthians

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Apr 12, 2019
     | 4,655 views

    Living Life with a Purpose

    Intro: 1. John Piper noted: Pastors have the job of equipping the saints for the work of the ministry. But ordinary Christians do the ministry. What ministry looks like is as varied as Christians are varied. It’s not an office; it’s a lifestyle devoted to advancing other people’s faith and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    Easter, The Gospel Of Hope

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 19, 2022
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    The great question of the Resurrection is not whether it really happened - it did — and the evidence is overwhelming, so that’s not the question. Instead, the great question of the resurrection is - now what?

    TITLE: EASTER, THE GOSPEL OF HOPE SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 16:1-8 One of the great disparities between the first Easter and our Easter today is that today Easter has become that time when we as Christians at least appear to have everything together — and that’s not a bad thing - this is just part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Removing The Hindrances

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Aug 4, 2022
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    In the race of life we must remove the hindrances from our lives so that we can run the race to win it.

    Four ways to build spiritual strength below the waterline: 1. Thirst After God- (Ps.42:1)” As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. 2. Relinquish Your Will to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Ministry Of Restoration...

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 6, 2020
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    We serve a God that can do the impossible. The brings us power to move in RESTORATION. Are we motivated to practice the ministry of restoration.

    . THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I do this in two parts) HOW ABOUT SOME LOGICAL ADVICE TO START THE LESSON? Be the change you want to see! TEXT: Psalm 23:3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hell Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jun 11, 2020
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    What is hell? a) punishment, b) separation from God, c) ruled by evil. Why would God send people to hell? What should we respond to the reality of hell?

    HELL—Matthew 25:31-46 Last week, we talked about heaven, and this week, we talk about hell. Why talk about hell? It is not something we talk about with strangers, or even casual acquaintances. Some people—even people we know well—might consider it taboo, worse than talking about politics or ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Generous Me! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 29, 2023
     | 1,525 views

    A practical look at the words of James.

    Generous Who? James 5:1-6 July 30, 2023 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him 4 slices. The next time he came to the restaurant he wasn’t satisfied with the 4 pieces, so he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth About Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 117 ratings
     | 17,177 views

    Thanksgiving Day Sermon

    THE TRUTH ABOUT THANKSGIVING A young woman teacher with obvious liberal tendencies explains to her class of small children that she is an atheist. She asks her class if they are atheists too. Not really knowing what atheism is but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode into the air ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    #7 -- Joy Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,871 views

    Having joy is not dependent on circumstances but comes from God, is Jesus-specific, and something that we are called to practice.

    Introduction: A Joyless World As we continue listening to these songs for the road, we come to a song of joy. To begin I want to read a couple of quotes about joy. C.S. Lewis once said this: “We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition, when infinite joy is offered ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Calling Sinners Home Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 149 ratings
     | 19,428 views

    The church can become just another club – an elite society that has all the right externals but has forgotten what its true purpose is. Principles taken from the call of Levi (Matt).

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 10 “CALLING SINNERS HOME!” Luke 5:27-39 “It was a beautiful Sunday morning. People were filling the church to its fullest capacity. As they entered, each were given a bulletin filled with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Snyder avatar

    A Friend Like That

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Jan 28, 2003
    based on 324 ratings
     | 24,213 views

    A reworked sermon I stole from Rick Stacy. I use more humor though.

    A friend like that, John 2:1-11, Series: the Jesus stories Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ January 26, 2002 I recently did a wedding. During the wedding rehearsal, the groom pulled me aside and made me an offer He said "Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jim Twamley avatar

    What Is The Kingdom Of God Like?

    Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 26, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,374 views

    Jesus compared the Kingdom of God with a tiny mustard seed, so today we are going to learn some life lessons from what Jesus taught.

    How many of you like mustard on your sandwich? How many of you like it on a grilled cheese sandwich? Mustard is one of those things that you either like or you don’t. Jesus compared the Kingdom of God with a tiny mustard seed, so today we are going to learn some life lessons from what Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Larry Sarver avatar

    Don't Miss God's Party! Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002
    based on 122 ratings
     | 21,726 views

    A message on responding to God’s invitiation to an abundant life with Him.

    Luke Series #68 June 16, 2002 Title: Don’t Miss God’s Party! Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are continuing in Chapter 14 of the Book of Luke in our verse-by-verse teaching series out of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    When God Sang

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 13, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 21,803 views

    Do we know that God sings, and discover the implications for us when God sang.

    WHEN GOD SANG “The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing." Zeph.3:17 (NIV) One guy told this story - Stopped for a routine seatbelt check, my wife and I were asked by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Good News Of Great Joy

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,302 views

    The message of Advent and the birth of Jesus are about joy. Joy is not found in gifts but in the Person, Jesus Christ.

    Good News of Great Joy Luke 2:8-20 One of my favorite Christmas Carols is “Joy to the World, the Lord has come.” The message of Advent and the birth of Jesus are about joy. The angel announced to the shepherds: “I bring you good news of great joy for everyone! The Savior, yes, the Messiah the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist