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  • Tony Fox avatar

    Peter's Exhortation On Preparing For Suffering Series

    Contributed by Tony Fox on Apr 22, 2016
     | 7,555 views

    Will there come a time in America when Christians' faith will literally be on trial in courts of law? If you doubt it, you're wrong. We are living in the beginning of those times. What should we do? See what Peter wrote to the strangers scattered abroad.

    Faith on Trial Ready to Answer… April 17, 2016, a.m. (1Peter 3:13-17) Command Baptist Church And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good? But and if ye suffer for righteousness 'sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Putting Jesus First Isn't Easy. Series

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on May 5, 2024
     | 1,194 views

    Martha's jealousy and anger drove her to the point where she was literally yelling at the Lord, and bossing him around. How did she get to this point? What is the point of service to God, family and church, and what can get in our way?

    Good Morning. I got a fun story to start with as we dig into the story of Mary and Martha. It took place in 1956, and Tom Attridge was test piloting the brand new jet they wanted to use for the famous Blue Angels. Gunning it up to break the sound barrier, he was instructed to test fire his guns at ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Excess Baggage

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 22,304 views

    JUST AS HEAVY BAGS IN THE LITERAL SENSE WILL WEIGH YOU DOWN, HEAVY BAGGAGE FROM OUR PAST WILL ALSO WEIGH US DOWN SPIRITUALLY. THE CHALLENGE FOR US TODAY IS TO LET GO OF OUR PAST, OUR PAST PROBLEMS, OUR CARES, CONCERNS, MISTAKES, AND FAILURES.

    EXCESS BAGGAGE I SAMUEL 10:20-23 . . . NEIGHBOR (BOLD STATEMENT) – YOU/SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS CARRYING TOO MUCH BAGGAGE. FIRST SUNDAY . . . SPRING FORWARD. . . SEASONAL CHANGE/SPIRITUAL CHANGE – EXCESS BAGGAGE THE YEAR WAS 2000 WHEN R&B, HIP-HOP, NEO SOUL ARTIST ERYKAH BADU RELEASED A SINGLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    That's What They Say...

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 21, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,417 views

    Listen to the voices! God says, I love your soul, the cross says, I lean toward sinners, Jesus says, I long to save, the Spirit says, I’ll live inside, the Bible says I can literally be a son! Powerpoint at website.

    That’s What They Say… John 3:16; Romans 5:8 INTRODUCTION: Everyone, no matter how hard-hearted or how cold blooded they may be, seeks for and wants love at some point in their life. Lev. 11:45 tells us that “God is holy.” Mal 3:6 tells us that “God is immutable.” [never changes] Isa. 9:6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Is Silent

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 16, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 41,794 views

    There are times in this Christian journey that it literally seems that God has abandoned you, turned a deaf ear to your cries, and it seems as though the heavens over head have become brass. When God is silent I will trust HIm. I rest on His unchanging GR

    When God is Silent by MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. Psalms 77:1-77:20 When God is Silent By Pastor District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 77:1-20 OPENING:- I love this particular saying that was on a poster and it goes I believe in the sun when it does not shine. I believe in God when He is silent. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The Seventh Seal

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 24, 2014
     | 5,438 views

    The awe of God’s power is breath-taking to Heaven’s inhabitants, so much so that they literally stand silent before His Throne. Following this we see the results of the first four trumpets sound, signifying the beginning of God's judgment on the Earth.

    The Seventh Seal Revelation, Part 9, Revelation 8:1-13 Ω Introduction - Last week, we saw the role of 144,000, from the 12 tribes of Israel -- There are 12,000 each of the 12 tribes of Jacob (Israel) -- Represent a select group, descendants of Jacob -- Are appointed to preach the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bible, Jesus, His Teaching, Kingdom, Parables Pt. 6 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 3, 2022
     | 1,803 views

    Jesus most taught about one subject the most which was the Kingdom of Heaven or God and He primarily used Parables to teach about the Kingdom of Heaven – to describe it, to get in it, to live for it, to be rewarded by it, to be ready for it when it comes into its literal reign.

    Video Transition: Labor Day – Skit Guys Series: The Bible and Jesus pt. 6 Sermon: Jesus’ Teaching on The Kingdom – Parables Thesis: Jesus most taught about one subject the most which was the Kingdom of Heaven or God and He primarily used Parables to teach about the Kingdom of Heaven – to describe ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thank You For Serving!

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Apr 11, 2022
     | 5,697 views

    Why is serving very important and what should be our motivation? The answers lie in that very powerful scene in which Jesus washed the feet of His disciples. Jesus mandated us to live by (symbolically) washing one another’s feet, (literally) serving one another.

    INTRODUCTION – The 80/20 Rule in the Church We loved to be served. - We tend to get angry when we ordered something and not served on time. - We demand to talk to the manager when we are not satisfied with the service provided to us. - We grumble when our expectation of service is not met. To be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 13, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,289 views

    Love is one of the biggest energizers especially when we understand the Great Commission to love the God with the whole of our being, and to love others with that same love. But when I came across this verse it literally took my breath away seeing the immensity and intensity of it.

    The Love of Christ 2 Corinthians 5:14 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFVPND7PVDU Now, you might be wondering about how the topic of love fits in the part of our vision of becoming energized to engage. Well, love is one of the biggest energizers especially understanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Serving The Lord

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 27, 2025
     | 425 views

    What does Luke 10:17-24 mean? It cannot be taken literally. Understanding the metaphors and culture of Jesus' day explains everything. Going out to spread the Gospel is a major part of discipleship. When one is doing this Christ is with the person through the Holy Spirit

    Serving the Lord Luke 10:17-24 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 10:17 Now the seventy-two returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name!” 18 And He said to them, “I watched Satan fall from heaven like lightning. 19 “Behold, I have given you authority to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 912 views

    In a world filled with daunting challenges, many are too fearful to confront them. David, however, faced a literal giant, despite the fear and criticism from those around him. His question, 'Is there not a Cause?', challenges us to confront our own giants with courage and faith.

    David, the youngest son of Jesse, was sent by his father to bring food to his brothers who were serving in Saul's army. Little did David know that he would encounter a giant named Goliath, who was defying the armies of Israel. While everyone else was filled with fear and hesitation, David boldly ...read more

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    Have You Had A Desert Experience?

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jun 4, 2016
     | 7,478 views

    So God’s Word from the beginning describes how his children literally have to move from one place to another, and often move into a desert place for some time for a purpose, and this begs this question, how does this relate to you and me in our life?

    Have You Had A Desert Experience? Kelly Durant Luke 4:1 Then Jesus, being filled with the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into[a] the wilderness 2. On the way home with our grandkids we had some hours to kill in the car and we were looking for things to do to ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Reckoning Of God

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 10, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,301 views

    God's Word is absolute. The Word of God is final. And His Word is binding, and it is truth! There is a reckoning at hand. It's the reckoning of God. And it is a reckoning of the sinful ways of this world and how we have literally pushed God out of our lives and our countries.

    God's Word is absolute. The Word of God is final. And His Word is binding, and it is truth! Malachi 3:6 says, "For I am the Lord, I change not;" Hebrews 13:8, "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever." John 14:9, "...he that hath seen me hath ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Forgive Us Our Sins - The Lord's Prayer - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 30, 2020
     | 4,747 views

    Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who have sinned against us. What a dangerous prayer to pray to the One who knows our hearts better than we even know them ourselves. Did Jesus literally mean what He said?

    Forgive Us Our Sins (This sermon is a shorter sermon due to being delivered via Facebook/Live during the Covid-19 shutdown) Today Pastor Karenlee will be reading from Matthew 18:21-35. When she reads it, it will not read exactly like the NIV which we usually use. She will be reading from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Giving To Please God Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,993 views

    Both the Old and New Testament have much to say about how money and possessions can be used to further God’s Kingdom or how it can literally destroy a person’s joy and hope. The goal of this sermon is to allow the Scriptures (Phil 4:14-23) to teach us som

    Overwhelmed by Need Two weeks ago, Milt Hanson and I took our children to Cornerstone Music Festival. We enjoyed the fellowship, the great weather, and were inundated with incredible Christ-honoring music for four days. But we were also overwhelmed by the opportunities to give. In between main ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational