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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    To Make Wise Decisions, Connect The Dots

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 9, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,641 views

    This sermon is centered on Proverbs 27:12 and the ability to make wise decisions. It also involves a breakdown in the American Political process and the rioting in the Capitol Building.

    To Make Wise Decisions, Connect The Dots 1/10/2021 Joshua 24:14-24 Philippians 3:7-14 How many of us have ever made a decision that we later regretted? How many of us have said, “If I had known then, what I know now, I would have chosen a different path?” When you make a poor choice, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Did God Make Hell? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 23, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,210 views

    Why did God make hell? And why would He want to send me there?

    OPEN: A detective was investigating a burglary at a church building. He questioned one suspect - who he was pretty sure committed the crime – but he couldn’t prove it. Finally, the preacher of the church stepped up and asked if he could talk to the suspect alone. Within minutes, the preacher came ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope Deferred Makes The Heart Sick

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 25, 2021
     | 4,069 views

    How many of you struggled with hopelessness during the last year? How many of you felt burnt out over the last year? How many of you struggled with anxiety or depression in the last year?

    “I am not a connoisseur of great art, but from time to time a painting or picture will really speak a clear, strong message to me. Some time ago I saw a picture of an old burned-out mountain shack. All that remained was the chimney...the charred debris of what had been that family's sole ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Hope Deferred Makes The Heart Sick

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,247 views

    How many of you struggled with hopelessness during the last year? How many of you felt burnt out over the last year? How many of you struggled with anxiety or depression in the last year?

    “I am not a connoisseur of great art, but from time to time a painting or picture will really speak a clear, strong message to me. Some time ago I saw a picture of an old burned-out mountain shack. All that remained was the chimney...the charred debris of what had been that family's sole ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    What Difference Does The Resurrection Make? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 2,885 views

    Pagans expected nothing to happen after a person dies. Jews expected the faithful to be resurrected at the end of time. And Christians have felt that not only has Christ risen from the grave but His resurrection guarantees His follower's resurrection.

    Happy Resurrection Day to Cross Church! Maybe you grew up thinking miracles happened a long time ago, if at all. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll introduce you to both ancient miracles and modern ones. But if you’re looking for a miracle, you need not look any further than the empty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When A Miracle Makes You Mad Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 3,684 views

    Today, I want to tell the story… the story of three people – Jesus, the miracle-worker, the religious leaders, and a diseased man. And you’ll see two emotional reactions for us and we’ll see two life lessons. Along with way, I’ll even share with you one of Grimm’s fairy tales.

    When people talk about miracles, they typically think of healing miracles. One day the tumor is there; the next day, it’s no longer. Someone prays for a blind man and he regains his sight. Miracles are supernatural events that offer hope and healing to people in need. We started a series on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit Makes Us Holy Series

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 1, 2022
     | 1,948 views

    THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual believers separate or different from the world.

    THE SPIRIT OF GOD MAKES US HOLY TEXT: 1PETER 1:2; 1 THESSALONIANS 4:7-8, 1 THESSALONIANS 5:23 INTRODUCTION: THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Make Up Your Mind Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023
     | 2,309 views

    A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

    A. Have you experienced the FRUSTRATION of trying to LIVE in two WORLDS? 1. You are a Christian on Sunday morning, but then during the week at WORK or at SCHOOL when with your Non-Christian friends you ACT like them. Christ certainly doesn’t SHINE through. ILLUSTRATION: I shared ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Salt And Light Make An Important Difference

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Jan 17, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,995 views

    Jesus used salt and light as metaphors to challenge and encourage Christians.

    Matthew 5:13-20 Salt & Light Can Make a Difference Friends in Christ, Early in His ministry, Jesus proclaimed a powerful, challenging, encouraging sermon to thousands of people. His words have been memorized, repeated, and quoted unknown times. Today a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Truth Shall Make You Free Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2026
     | 68 views

    This study reveals that the truth of God’s Word brings spiritual freedom, deliverance from sin, and transformation of life.

    THE TRUTH SHALL MAKE YOU FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:31-36 Key Verse: “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:32) Supporting Texts: John 14:6; Psalm 119:160; Romans 6:22; 2 Corinthians 3:17 INTRODUCTION Freedom is one of the deepest desires ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Fear Makes The Wolf Grow Bigger!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 18, 2026
     | 34 views

    We are to grow and improve. There is a real obstacle before us. Fear, worry and self doubt will hinder our growth. Fearwill cause the big bad wolf to thrive.

    FEAR MAKES THE WOLF GROW BIGGER… CELEBRATE GOD ALL DAY, DON’T FRET By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) LET US LOOK AT ANOTHER IMPERATIVE COMMAND IN THE BIBLE. 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Makes Faith So Important? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 812 views

    Explore the concept of faith as defined in Hebrews 11:1, emphasizing its power, necessity, and role in our Christian walk.

    Good morning, Church Family. Today, we are going to delve deep into the Word of God to explore a topic that is fundamental to our Christian walk – Faith. Our focus will be on Hebrews 11:1, which says, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." I love how ...read more

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    Making Room! (Partnership With The Holy Spirit) Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,045 views

    To live a fulfilled life, we must make room for Jesus in our lives, partnering with the Holy Spirit in His work, and becoming contributors in God's kingdom.

    Let's dive into a cool story from the Bible. It's about Mary, a young girl just like some of you. An angel named Gabriel popped up one day and dropped a bombshell - she was going to have a baby, and not just any baby, but Jesus, the Son of God! (Luke 1:26-38) Imagine that! Mary was probably scared ...read more

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    Making Disciples: Reproducing Followers Of Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,196 views

    We are all called to be disciples of Jesus and to make disciples, passing on our faith to others.

    Hey guys, you know that game of tag we all used to play as kids? The one where you're "it" and you have to tag someone else to pass it on? Well, Jesus gave us a similar task, but this one is way more important. It's about passing on our faith. Jesus told His followers, "Go and make disciples of all ...read more

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    Go! And Make Disciples Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 498 views

    Discipleship is the heart of the Christian life. It is not just about believing the right things—it is about becoming like the right One: Jesus Christ.

    Go! And Make Disciples Like Jesus Introduction: A Call to More Than Belief Discipleship is the heart of the Christian life. It is not just about believing the right things—it is about becoming like the right One: Jesus Christ. Today, we hear again the call of Christ—not only to come to Him, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal