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  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    The Song Of Mary, Controversial Or What?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 17, 2014
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     | 4,111 views

    As Christmas approaches, Mary the mother of our saviour teaches us how we too can get our attitude right with God, and see his blessings unfold. Let us see!

    This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 23rd December 2012 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Ezekiel 37:1-14 Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Psalm 130 Welcome Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Communing With Christ In Silence Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 16, 2017
     | 3,054 views

    As we approach the creche tonight or tomorrow, as we contemplate the silence or angelic music surrounding the manger, let’s all ask Our Lord for a real hunger for silent communion with the Holy Trinity.

    Vigil of Christmas 2017 extraordinary form We are called to belong to Jesus Christ. We are called to be saints. We are called to be like our mother, Mary, the just man, Joseph, and especially our Savior, our Messiah, our Lord. In the short time I have today, I’d like to share some thoughts on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Finding Your Focus For The New Year

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
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     | 19,217 views

    What kind of mindset should we have as we approach a new year? Using Paul's comments in Phil. 3, this message identifies three ways of thinking that should be embraced by all Christians.

    1-1-17 Phil. 3:8-14 Philippians 3:8-14 in NLT “Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the priceless gain of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I may have Christ 9 and become one with him. I no longer count on my own ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Throne Of Grace

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Jan 16, 2026
     | 65 views

    This message invites believers to confidently approach God's Throne of Grace through Jesus Christ, assuring them that they will find mercy for their past and strength for their present struggles exactly when needed.

    Introduction: The Great "Therefore" The book of Hebrews was written to a group of people who were weary. They were tempted to give up, to go back to the old ways, and to stop pressing forward in their faith. Perhaps you feel that way today—burdened by the struggles of life, the weight of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Time Is Coming Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Jan 17, 2024
     | 2,586 views

    There are profound truths around the end times: Jesus will return when we least expect it; there are signs that signal the approaching culmination of time; and, despite uncertainties, we can find comfort that in the end, Jesus will triumph.

    Introduction Video Ill.: No One Knows No one knows. But we all need to be ready. Mark Zuckerberg and others building doomsday bunkers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Clarification Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 9, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,050 views

    As we approach this next passage regarding the gift of tongues and their use/misuse, it is appropriate to deal with verse 20 again.... When we think about children and their attitudes towards things, two thoughts pop into my mind. First, Kids tend to be

    THE CLARIFICATION OF TONGUES 1 CORINTHIANS 14:20-25 INTRODUCTION: As we approach this next passage regarding the gift of tongues and their use/misuse, it is appropriate to deal with verse 20 again. Last week we closed with this verse, looking at the exhortation of Paul, not to be babies and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    3. Thoughts In 2 Peter - Number Three - A Listening Discipline - 2 Peter 1:18 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 28, 2025
     | 102 views

    How well do you listen? How should Christians listen? This message is about a listening discipline, and we need to discipline ourselves in how to listen. Lots of points from life’s observations are shared here. Allied to listening are attitudes of hearing.

    3. THOUGHTS IN 2 PETER - NUMBER THREE - A LISTENING DISCIPLINE - 2 Peter 1:18 “Didn’t you hear what I said?” “Weren’t you listening!” “Pay attention!” - a favourite of teachers. We hear these expressions often around the home and at school, though not confined just to those places. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What God Wants

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 24, 2023
     | 5,451 views

    Living the Christian life is so much more than what you do, it literally has nothing to do with the amount of money you sow, how many religious books you buy, which ministries you support it’s more than reading the bible, praying, and going to church.

    “What God Wants” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - I am sure you have seen TBN and the Word Network all the popular televangelists who preach to millions of people around the world. You see how they are living a lifestyle few could imagine. They drive fancy cars and live inside lavish ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Cherry-Picking The Word Of God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2025
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     | 933 views

    We must approach the Bible without preconceived ideas. We should let it speak for itself. The Holy Spirit never contradicts Himself. If a scripture contradicts our theology, our theology is probably wrong. As Jesus said, "The scripture cannot be broken."

    CHERRY-PICKING THE WORD OF GOD 2 Timothy 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMON: 5 TIPS TO FIND A GOOD HUSBAND 1st TIP: Find a man who loves you & is loyal. 2nd TIP: “ “ “ ‘s fun & makes you laugh. 3rd TIP: “ “ hard worker, makes a good living. 4th TIP: “ “ ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Solus Christus | Christ Alone

    Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Oct 4, 2017
     | 8,035 views

    For October 2017, as we approach the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, we are doing a sermon series on the "solas": Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Sola Scriptura; and 2 others added, Soli Deo Gloria, and Solus Christus. This is the first of the series.

    We’re beginning a new sermon series for the month of October, as we finally lead up to the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. It’s a series called SOLA! Sola is the Latin word for “alone” or “only.” It’s where we get the word “solo,” where ONLY one person is singing or performing or ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Torched By An Angel

    Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,950 views

    Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story

    “Torched By an Angel” Dec 9, 2001 Though Matt and Mark give us info on the birth of Christ, I really like the way Luke describes it…Luke takes the approach of a NYC entertainment critic as he gets into the meat of the story The way Luke tells it, events surrounding Jesus’ birth resembled a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope In Christ

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,187 views

    Our hope in Christ should give us confidence to Speak Boldly About Christ, Face Despair, Approach God’s Throne and much, much more. Our hope should not be in this world, but in Christ.

    Some illustrations for this sermon where found on Sermon Central. Sermon by Mark Engler Mt. Vernon Christian Church Mt. Vernon, MO “Hope In Christ” Introduction: Talk about trip to Africa and about another ministers concern on what about to teach. My first thought, we are going to teach about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Our Father Who Art In Heaven Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 15, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 15,866 views

    The first petition of the Lord’s Prayer encourages us to enter into God’s presence with the boldness of children approaching their loving parents. It also reminds us that our lives are instruments of God’s holiness.

    Psalm 19 “Our Father Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name” INTRODUCTION Prayer is one of the most common experiences of humankind—at least in the United States. Almost everyone (98%) says they believe in a divine being, but only half of the people say that they worship on a regular ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Parable Of Chutzpah

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 3, 2015
     | 3,750 views

    We need to approach prayer with a sense of bold, unhesitating urgency--with chutzpah. We have no worries--unlike the grumpy, groggy neighbor, God never slumbers and is always happy to hear from us.

    Jesus gave His disciples the Model Prayer, and followed with a story about someone in need of “daily bread,” a parable that conveys the attitude our prayers should have—we should approach God an unhesitating sense of urgency. The story was a common situation for our Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Accepted(Recognized) Christian Authority-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 29, 2011
     | 3,769 views

    1 of 3. Paul approached Timothy thru a accepted authority. The faithful Christian accepts God’s authority. How do the faithful recognize Christian authority? A qualifier of an accepted Christian authority is...

    ACCEPTED(Recognized) CHRISTIAN AUTHORITY-I—1Timothy 1:1-2 In order to fill the shoes of the faithful, one must first recognize his/her authority. The greeting of the letter is contained in :1-2: It contains the Writer, Recipient, the Authority by which it is sent, & Blessings. Paul approached ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist