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  • J Bernard Taylor avatar

    Who's Afraid Of The Dark?

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Jan 28, 2020
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     | 7,236 views

    Studies show that 11 percent of adults are still afraid of the dark. However, the fear of spiritual darkness may be a more common problem. Psalm 27:1 says the Lord is our light. Why should be afraid of the dark?

    WHO'S AFRAID OF THE DARK? Introduction: The natural tendency of human beings is to be afraid of the dark. Early humans were afraid of the darkness because of an unexpected attack from animals or enemies in the night. Researchers have concluded that fear of darkness is still due ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What? Series

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 31, 2014
     | 5,167 views

    The WHAT questions about prayer

    WHAT? Luke 18:9-14 Last week we began a series of messages on Prayer which I called: The 5 W’s of Prayer. We started with the WHO questions of prayer. Today we will continue with the WHAT questions. This may take two weeks. 1. What are the types of prayer? There are several types of prayer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Darkness And Light"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2015
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     | 8,946 views

    A sermon for Epiphany Sunday.

    "Darkness and Light" Matthew 2:1-12 When you live in the city it can be easy to forget what it's like to get away from streetlights, big buildings, bright restaurant signs, car headlights, and all the rest. I was out in the country a year or so ago, and we were getting ready to have a bon ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Practical Faith Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 9, 2013
     | 5,126 views

    The way of wisdom is a marathon that requires endurance, balance, perspective, and nurturing good relationships.

    Practical Faith (Proverbs 21:16-19) 1. We all do silly things. On blogger recalls, “A couple years back my debit card expired. Of course, the bank sent me a replacement card ahead of time. Once I received it, I called the number to activate it, and stuffed it into my wallet after cutting up ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Creatures From Hell Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Oct 12, 2015
     | 4,297 views

    When the smoke clears, what do we see? Locusts? Horses? People? Machines?

    Creatures from Hell emerge from the Smoke... v. 3. From the smoke, or when the smoke clears, behold, “locusts!” And the locusts are given power. Power like a scorpion has power. Painful. Dangerous. Can hurt. Can kill. And so many! Here, Joel (2:2) talks of a great “people”, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It Is Good For Us To Be Here!

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2019
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     | 10,493 views

    On the Mount of Transfiguration Peter said "It is good for us to be here". He misunderstood, but he was so right!

    It Is Good For Us To Be Here Matthew 17:1-8 Introduction Long ago David rejoiced to worship God. “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord. (Psalm 122:1, KJV). Thom Rainer asked ministers in a poll what excuses they had heard from people who choose not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Art Of Listening: Last Sunday Of Epiphany

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 5, 2019
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     | 4,968 views

    The Rev. Rian Adams. This sermon on the transfiguration encourages people to actively listen to God.

    The Art of Listening The Rev. Rian Adams Peter is my favorite disciple. Not because he was perfect; God knows he was far from it. He spoke first and listened to others last. In the Gospels, he is as an overconfident loud-mouth, and he cannot contain himself, his ego needs an audience for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    What Do You Treasure Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,309 views

    This series of messages inspired by Kyle Idleman's book, "Not a Fan"

    What do you ‘Treasure?’ A Fan or a Follower - #3 of 5 Jerry Watts Matthew 13:44-45 (Note: This series is inspired by Kyle Idleman’s book – “Not a Fan”) * As we continue considering the question of, “Am I a Fan or Follower” of Jesus Christ, I remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Loss Or Becoming A Champion? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,564 views

    God wants to transform us from loss-avoiders to champions.

    Avoiding Loss or Becoming a Champion? (Judges 6:1-32) 1. Loss aversion means instead of playing to win, we play not to lose. We get much more misery from losing $100 than we get joy from being given $100. One authority writes; 2. “For example, ever wonder why retail clothing stores have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Best Gift

    Contributed by Brian Undlin on Dec 24, 2015
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     | 3,553 views

    A paraphrasing of Jesus & the woman at the well. I used it as a Christmas Eve story explaining the real gift.

    We all know the Christmas story and the reason we give gifts at Christmas is because of Jesus coming AS God’s GIFT to us but there’s only one Bible story where Jesus himself describes this gift he brought us and he actually uses the word gift. The story begins with Jesus sitting alone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sin In The Camp Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2016
     | 6,682 views

    God's punishment upon Achan (and his family and possessions) seems severe...and it was, because sin is a serious matter. Sin is rebellion. Sin is covenant-breaking. Sin is choosing to go our way and reject God's way. And sin has consequences.

    Hamlet famously complained that “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.” Joshua found that something was rotten in Canaan, within his own people. After devoting himself to God, and after a miraculous victory at Jericho, Joshua's army suffered a defeat in Ai. Israel was enjoying ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 23, 2019
     | 3,732 views

    Mary and Martha are different - sermon speaks to open hearts toward both expressions.

    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay Intro: Australian author Nikki Rowe said, “The greatest asset you could own is an open heart.” Open hearts compel doctors to give free medical care in the inner city. Open hearts lead Christians live out their baptismal vows and serve Christ in all people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Serving Jesus

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 4, 2019
     | 6,040 views

    What good thing ought the church to be known for, but sometimes neglects? Let’s learn something that is a high priority for God, in Luke 12:32-48.

    What good thing ought the church to be known for, but sometimes neglects? Let’s learn something that is a high priority for God, in Luke 12:32-48. Part 1 Luke 12:32 “So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom. Jesus said to his disciples, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hidden Figures - Baby Bodyguards Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019
     | 6,246 views

    No spotlight. No applause. No recognition. However, they changed the outcome of the story and often changed history!

    I. Introduction Anyone familiar with popular culture will know their screen names well. Ross, Rachel, Phoebe, Monica, Chandler, and Joey. We probably know some of their real names . . . David Schimmer, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Courtney Cox, Matthew Perry, and Matt Leblanc. But do you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Suffering To Hope

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 15, 2020
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     | 3,619 views

    God calls us as disciples and uses us just as we are to bring God's kingdom to a world in need.

    June 14, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Matthew 9:35-10:8; Romans 5:1-8; Exodus 19:2-8a From Suffering to Hope Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. While they still weak, at the right time, Christ sent his apostles ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran