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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Return To Sender? Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,904 views

    At least part of this lesson is adapted from a Jerry Shirley lesson entitled, "A True Baby Dedication." This lesson reminds us of the need to dedicate/return our children to the God who has given them to us.

    1. Our Baby Dedication brings to mind a practical question: Parents, have you considered returning your children to God? a. A Frustrated dad says, “I didn’t know that was possible. I thought He had a no return policy.” b. Bill Cosby’s routine in which he told his kids ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Are You Among The Ten?

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 28, 2019
     | 10,333 views

    If there is one sin that is most prevalent today, it is the sin of ingratitude. God does so much for us. Our indebtedness to Him is enormous and yet we rarely or at least infrequently offer thanks for what He has done.

    WHERE ARE YOU AMONG THE TEN? SCRIPTURE: Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION: If there is one sin that is most prevalent today, it is the sin of ingratitude. God does so much for us. Our indebtedness to him is enormous and yet we rarely or at least infrequently offer thanks for what he has done. In fact, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What They Didn't Know Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 27, 2016
    based on 25 ratings
     | 30,846 views

    When Jesus was crucified, some turned away and some ran away from Him. But there was at least one man didn't do that and his life changed forever. Do you know who that man was?

    OPEN: (We opened the sermon with a video by the group “CityALight” and their song “Jerusalem” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wX4ZCHRksBA [fade at time stamp 1:51]). I shared that video this morning, not only because I really like that song, but also because it dovetails ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mistakes - We All Make Them!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 25, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 16,398 views

    I have taken some of my mistakes, & added some of yours - mixed them all together and have reached the conclusion that there are at least 4 major categories of mistakes, and all 4 of them are found in the Bible.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEST: Psalms 31; Genesis 12:10-13; 2 Kings 1:5-6; Jeremiah 8:20 ILL. I read a rather interesting story this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "four Truths We Can Affirm In A Crisis"

    Contributed by Brad King on Sep 13, 2021
     | 2,051 views

    Crises have long been a part of the human equation. During a crisis, it is difficult to know what to think or believe. The story of Job helps us to understand that we can affirm at least four truths during a crisis.

    1. In crises we can affirm that God is in control. Job 42:1-2 2. In crises we can affirm that God knows things we cannot know or comprehend. Job 42:3 3. In crises we can affirm that the crisis can help clarify our understanding of God, though it may take time. Job 42:4-5 4. In crises we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit As Gift Giver Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 3, 2025
     | 996 views

    The Holy Spirit has gifted every Christian with at least one spiritual gift and it is our honor and duty to use our gift to advance God's kingdom, strengthen the body of Christ, and serve a hurting world.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a young schoolboy who was trying out for a part in the school play. 1. His mother knew that he had set his heart on getting a part, but she was afraid that he would not be given a part in the play. 2. On the day the parts were awarded, she drove to school to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding Christ's Thirst SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 964 views

    "I thirst" is a statement from the cross that was only recorded by John in his gospel. I believe there were at least three reasons why God inspired John to record that statement. This sermon explores those three reasons.

    Last week, we explored the fourth statement from the cross, where Jesus cried out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" This cry revealed the spiritual agony Jesus experienced as He took on the sins of the world. Today, we will focus on the fifth statement, recorded only by John in his ...read more

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    Blameless!!

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 26, 2024
     | 1,365 views

    Wouldn't it be great to be blame-less? Considering all of the things that we have done in our life, it would not be likely that we could claim that title. Still, if there would be a way, why not at least check into it.

    Alba 2-28-2024 BLAMELESS!! I Thessalonians 5:23-28 In a Peanuts cartoon, Lucy approaches Charlie Brown with a pen and paper and says, “Here, sign this. It absolves me from all blame”. Then she goes to Schroeder with the same paper and says, “Here, sign this. It absolves me from all blame”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Getting Life Right: Sexuality Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020
     | 3,034 views

    Be wise about temptation, channel sexuality, and support marriage. Practical and positive, while presenting clear expectations and recognizing our need for God's help.

    Getting Life Right: SEXUALITY—Matthew 5:27-32 In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gathered his closest disciples around him, teaching them how to get life right. We began our series with Matthew 5:17-20, where Jesus affirmed the enduring value of the OT law, but said that the law alone does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Scouting Out The First Step Of Your Vision Series

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,325 views

    All that God wants for us is right there in front of us, but if we are not careful, we will forge ahead without the guidance of the Lord and miss out on much of what He has for us.

    Scouting out the first step of your vision Joshua 2 Sent our secretly by Joshua the spies were led to Rahab’s house. Two walls somewhere around 12-15 feet high; built houses in between these walls. Why her house? 1. No questions asked (she was a harlot) 2. House was in the wall for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Call To Active Watchfulness

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 27, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,935 views

    Are we really ready to meet Him?

    A CALL TO ACTIVE WATCHFULNESS. Matthew 25:1-13. The parable of the ten virgins comes on the back of a call to watchfulness, which is illustrated by the faithfulness of a dutiful servant as opposed to the unfaithfulness of an evil servant (Matthew 24:42-51). The contrast is shifted into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gaining Christ's Gratitude

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 35,267 views

    I’ve never thought of God as being "grateful" for me, but the intriguing thing is - He is grateful, but only when we meet certain expectations. What are they?

    One soldier stationed on an island of the Philippines during WW II told this story: “Although the region was secure, sometimes the enemy tried to infiltrate our food storage area. One such adversary, dressed in GI clothing, once worked himself into the noontime chow line. Our camp cook spotted ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Maximizing Your Divine Potential SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,509 views

    Service implies the execution of duties or being useful for a specific task. God has endowed everyone with a unique gift, often referred to as a 'Talent'. There is no individual without at least one talent. The question then is, how effectively are you utilizing your God-given talents?

    What is the quality of your service to God? Are you effectively using the talents that God has given you? Each one of us has been blessed with unique gifts, which can be referred to as "talents." No one is without at least one talent. It is important to reflect on how we are utilizing these gifts ...read more

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    Jesus And The Law

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 2, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,623 views

    Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. What does that mean? Let’s learn what our relationship to the law is. Let’s examine salt, light and the law in Matthew 5:13-20.

    Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. What does that mean? Let’s learn what our relationship to the law is. Let’s examine salt, light and the law in Matthew 5:13-20. You ARE Salt Matthew 5:13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trading Spaces Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,606 views

    The third in a series of messages on godly marriage and family. This sermon focuses on expectations married spouses have of one another and how to increase true intimacy.

    ƒ{ I started this series talking about storms ƒ{ Today I want to continue that thought ƒ{ How many have ever seen "The Perfect Storm" ƒ{ When two or more storms come together at the same time. Read Acts 27:14-20, 44 Acts 27:14 (KJV) But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational