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  • Jamie Bogaard avatar

    Is Abortion Wrong?

    Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Aug 24, 2022
     | 2,055 views

    The abortion debate is a Hot Topic in our society right now. What does the Bible have to say about abortion? What is God's view of life? What responsibility do we have as Christians and the church?

    Hot Topic – Week 4 – Is Abortion Wrong? Genesis 1:26-31 August 21, 2022 There are a lot of Hot Topics in our news and media right now and one of them is abortion. While things have cooled down just a little bit since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, I can guarantee you that things ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    No Confidence In The Flesh Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 21, 2023
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     | 2,127 views

    When the Lord returns are you confident that you will be accepted and spend eternity with Him in heaven? Are you trusting in your rituals, your ethnicity, or your obedience to the law? Only those who have faith in the atoning sacrifice of Christ will enter the kingdom of God!

    No Confidence in the Flesh Philippians 3:1-6 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When Christ is preached (1:18) and even when being poured out like a drink offering in suffering and persecution (2:17-18), Paul says we are to “rejoice in the Lord, again I say rejoice” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon 1: From Paul With Love Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 15, 2025
     | 482 views

    In this introduction to a sermon series on Paul's letter to the Colossians, we explore the city of Colossae, the church of Colossae, the crisis facing the church, and Paul's correspondence with the Colossians.

    Introduction: A. Today, we are starting a new sermon series that I am calling “Colossians: Complete in Christ/Worthy in Walk.” B. Let’s start today’s sermon with a riddle: What’s the difference between astrology and astronomy? Answer: About 50 IQ points. 1. You might be wondering why I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Persecution With Deepening Faith Series

    Contributed by Peter Ceccardi on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,452 views

    So, as we prepare for the possibility of persecution, let's not underestimate the challenges that believers face in today's society.

    Preparing for Persecution Friends, I want to share something personal with you today, something that's been weighing heavily on my heart. You see, I'm faced with a dilemma—a real moral quandary that's testing the very core of my faith. It's about my gym membership, of all things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Innocent Suffering Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 154 ratings
     | 8,375 views

    In today’s psalm, first lesson and gospel, the theme of innocent suffering gives us the opportunity to ponder what this means for us today.

    Sermon for Palm/Passion Sunday, Year C Based on Ps. 31:9-16; Isa. 50:4-9a; Lk. 23:1-49 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Innocent Suffering” Preaching on Palm/Passion Sunday is like trying to see and appreciate the details of a beautiful landscape, while, at the same time, you’re traveling 500 ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    One Flesh Relationships

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,980 views

    How to be sexually and spiritually satisfied

    One Flesh Relationships (How to be sexually and spiritually satisfied) Proposition: You must enter into a one-flesh relationship to be satisfied. I. By understanding its construction. (Gen 3:22,23) A. Defined. 1. By the world, just sex. (Gal 6:19, II Sam 13:2,14,15) 2. By God, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Either Mercy Or Justice

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,619 views

    Give mercy and live!

    It’s Either Mercy or Justice "Whoever takes the life of any human being shall be put to death. A life for a life! Anyone who inflicts an injury on his neighbor shall receive the same in return. Limb for limb, eye for eye, tooth for tooth! The same injury that a man gives another shall be inflicted ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Knowing The Word Series

    Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,531 views

    The act of hiding God’s Word in one’s heart is not just memorizing it, but by living in full devotion to the Lord.

    Knowing the Word Sermon Series: The Manual Psalm 119 We have been going through a Series called: The Manual Today, we are going to look at the importance of Knowing God’s Word. We know there is purpose (1st week – 2 Timothy) We know we should feed on it (2nd week – 1 Peter) Today I want us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Did Christ Jesus Come Into This World - Part 2

    Contributed by Paul George on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,016 views

    Why Christ Jesus came into this world.

    Christ Jesus did not come into this world to remove barriers that stand in the way of God’s grace flowing forth to fallen mankind, as some people claim. He came to “seek and save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10). He didn’t come into this world to see if there were any who would seek Him. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Romans, Part 31 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 30, 2011
     | 3,525 views

    Paul continues writing to the Jews in Rome with an encouragement that in his desire is that Israel would be saved through their understanding that Jesus fulfilled the Law of Moses.

    Romans, Part 31 Romans 10:1-9 Introduction - Chapter 9 Recap … -- Paul desires to help his fellow countrymen; to be by their side -- Israel is God’s chosen people; they always shall be no matter what -- We are part of the remnant because we have heard the truth and accepted - We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Receiving God's Provision

    Contributed by Don Baggett on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,898 views

    In verse 18, Paul is telling what Jesus said about why He sent him to the Gentiles. He listed five goals that God has for people’s lives, and I submit to you that these goals have not changed, even to this day.

    This text picks up in the middle of the Apostle Paul’s recounting of his conversion experience, as he talked to King Agrippa, who was the appointed king over Judea. Paul spoke very respectfully to this man, and he took full advantage of the opportunity to share his testimony. Back in Acts 9:15, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Communicating Truth In A Hostile Environment

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 5, 2011
     | 3,425 views

    Let's look at how Jesus takes a hot potato topic, and manages to teach truth without being unneccessarily divisive.

    Passage: Matthew 22:15-22 Intro: What an incredible privilege it was for the disciples to walk with Jesus for 3 years. 1. listening, watching, talking together with him, was a life changing experience. 2. of course, thru the words of Scripture, we can have the same experience. 3. and today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Joe Hayes avatar

    Spiritual Success Self Control Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,220 views

    How not to fall apart, just one lack of self control can cause the whole person to fall You can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

    SELF-CONTROL "Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control" Prov 25:28 The most important feature of a city in biblical times was its walls. Walls acted as the cities defences bringing security, an inner peace and displaying an outer strength. A city without walls was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Forgiven Sinners In The Hands Of A Gracious God Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 21, 2019
     | 4,034 views

    As followers of Jesus Christ, we can never be completely pure in this life as He was pure. Just as we need showers, baths, or washings, so we need to address the stain of sin on an ongoing basis!

    Forgiven Sinners in the Hands of A Gracious God (I John 1:5-10) 1. President Harry Truman snuck into church one Sunday, and a reporter met him after church. The reporter asked Truman what the sermon was about. 2. “Sin,” the President answered succinctly. 3. “And what did the pastor say about ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Great Commission Convolution Of Same Sex Marriage

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 22, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,814 views

    Does the Bible teach that the only way it can help all people face tomorrow in the power of God’s love is by becoming a diverse and inclusive congregation – multiracial, multigenerational and multicultural – offering a warm, non-threatening environment to all?

    The enemy has been very successful seducing churches to choose a different path to fulfill the Great Commission by becoming “Open and Affirming / Welcoming” rather than becoming places of supernatural transformation. Many churches see themselves as a place that, no matter where one is on their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational