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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Released From Chains Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 26, 2019
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,416 views

    Jesus offers to give us "newness of life" - a rebirth and a 2nd chance put our lives right. How does that work, and what do I need to do to lay hold of that promise?

    OPEN: His name was Harry Houdini, one of the greatest escape artists of all time. He freed himself from handcuffs, chains, ropes, and straitjackets and even jails. He first attracted notice in vaudeville in the US and then, later, as "Harry Handcuff Houdini" on a tour of Europe where he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Handle It

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,000 views

    Moses is 80 years old, He is a fugitive from Egypt. He lives with his father-in-law Jethro and keeps his sheep. He does not appear to be a likely choice for what God has in mind.

    HANDLE IT! With Pastor Timothy Porter The bridge Church Upstate Exodus 4:1-5 Introduction: Lets call on Moses today because he certainly deserves to be heard, as to how he did what he did ? This text revolves around Moses being called to deliver Israel from the slaverly of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    This Is A Test

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 27, 2023
     | 3,311 views

    Simon Peter shares with his house churches how they can not only endure tests and trials but that in God's hands those tests and trials can lead to a more victorious life.

    Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9; Hebrews 11:32-39 Title: This is a Test Tests and trials are a part of life – Simon Peter shares with us how to deal with those tests. INTRO: How many of you remember that interruption/message of the Test of the Emergency Broadcast System. Suddenly, you would ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Supper Time

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025
     | 105 views

    God’s feast is ready; the call is now—accept His grace, wear His robe, and take your seat at the table.

    I grew up one of seven children. In a house that full, noise was normal—laughing, teasing, fussing, the thud of feet running in and out the back door. But no matter how wild the day got, there was one sound that could stop everything in an instant. It wasn’t thunder. It wasn’t Dad’s whistle. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Counting Blessings Amid Trials Series

    Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Dec 3, 2024
     | 716 views

    Charles Dickens once said, “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.”

    Introduction: Theme of Gratitude and Faith in Trials Brethren, as we gather to begin this series, Echoes of Christmas: God’s Unfolding Plan, our hearts are tuned to Thanksgiving. It is fitting that we turn our minds to the matter of gratitude—an act not for days of ease alone but for days of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Friday. Looking At The Cross From 3 Disciples Perspective Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Mar 31, 2024
     | 822 views

    So, I want to set the scene for you today. I would like you to put yourself in the shoes of the disciples. As we gather today to reflect on the profound mystery and deep significance of the Last Supper

    We live in a world where everything is instant, where trends only last for a while. What was famous a month ago is not popular anymore. So what happens in easter is that we tend to say it does not trend anymore because we heard it so so so many times. We know Jesus was betrayed, we know Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The First Miracle

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Aug 20, 2024
     | 1,089 views

    In other word, the miracles that Jesus did: o were intended to say to people: o PAY ATTENTION! o This is the Son of God… this is the one you need to listen to!

    Credit: o Some parts are from Troy Burst. o Some thoughts from John McArthur’s sermon on this text o Some of the opening illustrations and some of the body is from Jeff Strite. “The First Miracle” John 2:1-11 Do you know about miracle of Jesus turning water to wine? - Jesus was at a wedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Who Is Enough PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 48 views

    Jesus offers true abundance—not material excess, but a deep, sustaining life of grace, peace, and generosity found only in relationship with Him.

    Good morning, dear friends. If your week has been weary or your heart has been hurried, you’re in the right place. The Shepherd of our souls knows how we feel when life feels lean and our plates feel packed. He meets us here with a promise that doesn’t flicker with the markets or moods. He speaks ...read more

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    What Are You Building On?

    Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Nov 14, 2025
     | 148 views

    A sermon to adults on building their lives upon Jesus

    Matthew 7:24-29 11/16/25 a.m. What are you building on? I guess I ought to do a series of sermons on SONGS we SANG in Children’s Church. I’ve mentioned some of these songs in different messages that I’ve brought. “Oh be Careful Little Eyes what you See.” “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus.” “This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mystery Of Light Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 19, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,068 views

    Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God is light according to the Bible and he’s as mysterious as light in the natural sense but like scientist we can study God and understand what lig

    Mystery of Light part 2 Thesis: Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God is light according to the Bible and he’s as mysterious as light in the natural sense but like scientist we can study God and understand what light does in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,064 views

    Jesus uses great story telling to get us to think about how receptive we are to his message of the Kingdom.

    A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Text: Matt. 13:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Robin Meyers, in his book Morning Sun on a White Piano, quotes theologian Ernest Campbell who summarizes the ministry of Jesus with these words: “His ministry was one of constant and unbridled ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Promise Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 14, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 32,438 views

    The peace that comes from God is perfect.

    The Promise of Peace Isaiah 26:3 Rev. Brian Bill 8/14/11 Our family had the good fortune of vacationing up in Wisconsin with Beth’s family and then yesterday we drove up to the Promised Land again to celebrate my parent’s belated 50th Wedding Anniversary. All that time in Packer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Raising The Mis-Steak

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Oct 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,492 views

    Good behavior is in one sense like good manners - we practice it because we love others in the same way that God loved us.

    SERMON NOTES: RAISING THE MIS-STEAK The fifty-cent word: aidiaphoria Why was meat controversial? 1. Knowledge P_uffs_____ up a. Good Manners as a weapon b. Pharisees & other Know-It-Alls 2. Love B_uilds____ up a. Love doesn’t enable sin, it defeats it b. If you love me, _you will keep my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience In The Hard Times Of Lfe Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 16, 2009
     | 8,667 views

    When life gets hard… when life seems UNFAIR… when life begins to beat you down… How do you react? How do YOU serve God when LIFE gets hard all of a sudden?

    Sermon Brief Date Written: June 16, 2009 Date Preached: May 03, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Life is Hard Sermon Title: Obedience in the Hard Times of Life Sermon Text: Job 1:12-19 [NASB] 12 Then the LORD said to Satan, "Behold, all that he has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Will Be A Price

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 25, 2006
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,510 views

    Three things Christians cannot be - using various Scriptures and illustrations.

    You have heard me say on many occasions that there is a difference between churchgoers and true bonafide Christians. The difference is not in how often they attend church or even how involved they get within the church. The difference is where their hearts are. The bonafide Christian’s heart ...read more

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