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  • John Knight avatar

    The Gift Of The Son Series

    Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,500 views

    Fourth in series. The gift of the Son of God.

    The Gift of the Son John 8:42-47 Have you ever been insulted? I. Insults Blond Joke Insults can be hurtful, or funny -depends upon the delivery "You’re so fat each step you take registers on the Richter scale." *hurtful/ harmful But, when overweight individual gets on stage and pokes ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Storming The Gates Of Hell

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Oct 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 319 views

    The Church was never meant to be a museum of saints but a barracks for soldiers. We were not called to maintain comfort, status, or cultural approval—but to advance the Kingdom against the very gates of Hell.

    Matthew 16:18–19 (NKJV) “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Why Suffering Series

    Contributed by Richard David on Nov 9, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 5,031 views

    How Christians should respond to questions from seekers regarding why God allows suffering.

    I. Intro.; Searching Issues; answers to objections (or questions that Christians may have) A. Why does God allow suffering B. What about other religions, the New Age C. What’s wrong with sex outside of marriage D. What does God think about homosexuality and homosexuals E. Does Christianity conflict ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Preserves His Promise Even In Dark Times Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 379 views

    2 Kings 11 teaches us that even in the darkest seasons, God’s covenant is not at risk. When the enemy tries to destroy divine purpose, God hides what is precious and preserves it for the appointed time.

    GOD PRESERVES HIS PROMISE EVEN IN DARK TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 11:1-21 Supporting Texts: Genesis 49:10; 2 Samuel 7:12-16; Isaiah 54:17; Psalm 33:11; Revelation 12:4-6 INTRODUCTION: The eleventh chapter of 2 Kings opens in a grim atmosphere. The wicked queen Athaliah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Six Steps For Bringing About Eternal Change

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 20, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,900 views

    Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men. When they heard this, they left everything and followed Him." (Matt 4:19-21)

    HOW TO USE THE SIX STEPS OF INNOVATION IN EVANGELISM & LEADERSHIP Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men. When they heard this, they left everything and followed Him." (Matt 4:19-21) RELATIONSHIPS, DIAGNOSIS, ACQUIRE RESOURCES, SOLUTIONS, ACCEPTANCE, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    7 Easter, Year B Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 25, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,355 views

    A sermon on for 7 Easter.

    Sermon for 7 Easter Yr B, 1/06/2003 Based on I Jn 5:9-13 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Our personal beliefs, the convictions we have, are very important because they determine how we will act. A secretary at a church tells of one afternoon when she ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joseph The Dreamer

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 26, 2013
     | 11,632 views

    Joseph, Jacob's son was a dreamer.

    Joseph the Dreamer Matthew 2:19-23 I would suppose that when I first announced the title for this sermon that it would have been about the other Joseph, the son of Jacob in the Old Testament rather than Joseph the son of Jacob in the New. We remember the dreams of the Old Testament Joseph. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Solid Faith: Best Way To Avoid The Slippery Slope Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 17, 2018
     | 4,950 views

    The road to deeper faith comes through contemplating the Word, the discipline God sends our way or allows, and faithful perseverance. This deeper faith helps us resist the "slippery slope."

    Solid Faith: Best Way to Avoid the Slippery Slope (Hebrews 12:1-17) 1. A mother asked her son, “What did you learn about or do in school today?” Son replied, “We studied explosives and even made some.” “Really?” the mom responded. “And what will you do at school tomorrow?” The boy answered, “What ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The On-Going Construction Of God's House

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 11, 2020
     | 2,789 views

    The church of Christ is built of living stones, the communion of saints. That includes you and I.

    May 10, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson 1 Peter 2:2-21 The On-going Construction of God’s House Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house.” As this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Black avatar

    Be Transformed Series

    Contributed by Brian Black on May 25, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,923 views

    A series that looks at what it takes to live transformed lives.

    Been doing some reading and a lot of thinking . . . (1) What does it mean to be the church? What is it supposed to look like? Are we close? If we could start over, would we change anything? Not doubting God, but re-evaluating our strategies … Are we more concerned with… • programs or processes • ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 4, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,698 views

    Never a sickness that He cannot heal. Never a sorrow that He cannot cheer. Never a problem that He cannot resolve Never a worry cause He still on the throne.

    How Jesus Used Healing in His Ministry John 9:1-9:38 Many people fail to understand God’s greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag the Lord into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can I Be Honest To God?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,297 views

    A look at the invitation (and the need) for us to be bold and honest in our talking with God.

    Is it ok to question God? - The presumption is usually that the answer is “no.” - Just sit down and shut up. Just take it. - When you hear people pray, a lot of the praying is very rote and formulaic. It’s pretty rare that you’ll hear someone really bearing their heart to God. It’s even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Entry With Jesus

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 23, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,725 views

    Have you ever been in a situation where you have been all excited about going into a place, only to be disappointed once you entered? The disappointment we experience is two-fold, first from the hype we have we have built up when things are not what we h

    ENTRY WITH JESUS Palm Sunday April 1, 2007 Matthew 21:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been in a situation where you have been all excited about going into a place, only to be disappointed once you entered? The disappointment we experience is two-fold, first from the hype we have we have built up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    I Can See Clearly Now

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 29, 2014
     | 7,481 views

    In our walk with Jesus, many things are revealed to us a little at a time.

    1. Eye Surgery Rose Crawford had been blind for 50 years. Then she had an operation in a hospital in Ontario, Canada. In response to the effectiveness of the surgery as the doctor lifted the bandages from her eyes she said, "I just can't believe it," She wept - when for the first time in her life - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 13: The Christian And Governmental Authority

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 18, 2022
     | 1,514 views

    What can Peter teach us about how to live the Christian life when the government persecutes us?

    The Christian and Governmental Authority 1 Peter 2:13-17 Introduction In the USA, where I live, there is no more odious word in the English language than “submission.” No one here wants to submit. They don’t want to submit to government. They don’t want to submit to their boss. Women don’t want ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible