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  • Scott Carroll avatar

    Uncover Your Miracle

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 27, 2011
     | 2,781 views

    Describes how that some negative things come to our lives and are not intended to stay, but for the sole purpose that we might be healed and thus bring glory to God!

    UNCOVER YOUR MIRACLE John 11:1-6 1 Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 (It was that Mary which anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick.) 3 Therefore his sisters sent unto him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Does God Do Anything Exciting Anymore?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 26, 2018
     | 4,376 views

    The shepherds were excited to go see the baby Jesus. Have we lost our enthusiasm for what God is doing in the world?

    COULDN'T WAIT: The shepherds were eager to go see what God was doing. - Luke 2:15-16. - Consider for a moment the eagerness, curiosity, and enthusiasm of the shepherds. They’re genuinely excited to go look into what God is doing. - They were deeply affected by the good news. - I want to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unfamiliar Kingdom

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Jul 27, 2014
     | 4,886 views

    While we all have preconceptions about what the kingdom of heaven is and isn't, Jesus uses parables to force us to rethink what the kingdom is.

    What is it that the Gospel message presents? I don’t simply mean today’s Gospel lesson, but the capital-G “Gospel.” The Gospel is not merely, “Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.” The proper name for them is the Gospel according to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What Might God Do If We Were All Ready?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 17, 2021
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     | 5,200 views

    Are we really ready? Prepared? One personal encounter with God can change people. Get ready for more.

    WHAT MIGHT GOD DO IF WE WERE READY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew 25:10 And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut. * WE MUST BE READY mentally, physically, emotionally and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Peril Of Having Too Much Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 28, 2021
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    The rich young ruler and his decision to walk away from the call of Jesus shattered the disciple's beliefs about riches being an exclusive sign of favor with God. Money and possessions tend to be a hindrance to faith in Him instead.

    A young man whom the Scriptures refer to as a "rich young ruler" came before Jesus with a question on how to obtain eternal life. After using the Law as a means of examining his motives, Jesus instructed him to go and sell all his possessions in order to receive spiritual treasure and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Will Roll Away The Stone? (Easter Sunrise 2015)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 6, 2022
     | 2,026 views

    We seem to need the evidence of the stone being rolled away before we will believe. Is our fear creating distance between who we are and who God wants us to be?

    WHO WILL ROLL AWAY THE STONE? Text: Mark 16:1- 20 Did you notice who saw Jesus first? Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Salome were wondering who would roll the stone away. That stone can be thought of as a metaphor---a barrier between belief and unbelief. As ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Living For Legacy

    Contributed by Stephen Tilmon on Apr 20, 2022
     | 3,892 views

    What are we without "Legacy"? What are we leaving behind to the generation after us? Today we're going to be going through some steps and blockers of building a lasting legacy. 7 Legacy blockers and 10 ways to build powerful legacy.

    If you will remain standing for the Reading - 2 Kings 13:20-21 20 Then Elisha died and was buried. Groups of Moabite raiders used to invade the land each spring.  21 Once when some Israelites were burying a man, they spied a band of these raiders. So they hastily threw the corpse ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Wedding In Cana PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 3,559 views

    Encourage believers to experience joy through obedience to God, witnessing His miracles, and trusting in His abundant provision, as exemplified in the story of Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we are diving into John chapter 2, a chapter that is brimming with joy. It's a joy that comes from obedience, from witnessing miracles, and from experiencing abundance. As author Matthew Henry once said, "The joy of the Lord will arm us against the assaults of ...read more

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    The Armor Of God Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,340 views

    A presentation of the armor of God given to the Christian.

    Introduction June 15, 1775 – the newly formed Continental Congress appoints a Virginia plantation farmer to serve as Commander-in-Chief of a ragtag army made up of disparate colony regiments. His assignment was to fight against the most powerful army of the day, that of the British ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Are You A Lukewarm Christian?

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jul 9, 2024
     | 2,616 views

    This sermon explores the dangers of lukewarm Christianity, urging believers to fervently live out their faith and embody a Christ-like attitude in their daily lives.

    Good morning, dear friends. As always, it is a joy and a privilege to gather in this sacred space, a space that is not confined to these walls of this physical church, but into the homes of each of you online now, and when you watch it in the future. In this space we are united by our shared faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Genuine Faith”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 27, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 14,477 views

    Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith”

    Year C. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 7th, 2001 Luke 17: 5-10 Heavenly Father, thank you for genuine faith, which can accomplish what experience, reason, and probability would disallow. Amen. Title: “Genuine faith” Jesus teaches about faith as a quality and the quality of a disciple’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Openness Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 15,153 views

    1. Jesus’ arms are open as an act of invitation 2. Jesus gives an open invitation to a life of fruitfulness.

    It must have been quite a scene as Jesus rode into Jerusalem. First, he is not riding a warrior’s horse, he is riding on the colt of a donkey. His head is bobbing as the colt takes its awkward steps. And all around is a motley crowd. Former prostitutes, shouting children, people who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Eugene Morell avatar

    Living In The Past Or Moving Forward With Teh Lord

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jan 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,437 views

    Making a decision about moving forward in one's walk with the Lord.

    LIVING IN THE PAST OR MOVING FORWARD WITH THE LORD. JOSHUA 1:1-11. 1. Moses is dead. What the Lord is saying is that sometimes we have to actually name out loud what it is that we can’t get past. 2. The Lord renews His promises to his everyday. Verse 2b-3 “therefore arise, cross this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Welch avatar

    Grow Up -- Stages Of Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015
     | 7,576 views

    Message six from 1 John dealing with spiritual growth stages.

    “Grow Up” Stages of Spiritual Growth 1 John 2:12-14 Like any personal letter, John wrote for a number of reasons. However a clear theme winds its way through he whole letter. How do I attain and maintain an intimate relationship with the God who is LIGTH and LOVE? I. GOD IS LIGHT ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Song Of The Vineyard Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 17, 2013
     | 10,201 views

    A Love song - from a disappointed lover - God is going to judge his unfaithful people.

    I grew up in the 60’s listening to the Beatles. If you know anything about their music you’ll know that most of it was love songs: ‘I want to hold your hand’, ‘She loves you’, ‘From me to you’. And it was a winner because everyone loves a love song ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican