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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    The Triumphant Entry Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 25, 2023
     | 2,969 views

    The Roman authorities paid little attention to Jesus riding in on a donkey, but in the scheme of all eternity it was the most significant event.

    This passage that we know as Jesus triumphant entry is also well known to all Christians because it is the focus of Palm Sunday the week before Easter. It is an annual tradition of the church to make this an emphasis at the beginning of holy week. Almost every Sunday School child has carried a palm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Predestined, Justified, And Sanctified Elect Of God” Series

    Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Aug 26, 2023
     | 1,073 views

    Apostle Peter starts out his letter to the 5 Churches that are dispersed with an important aspect of God’s sovereignty regarding His elect saints. Those who are members of God’s Kingdom, not of the will of mankind, but the will and choice of God whom drew those whom He chooses.

    Title: “Predestined, Justified, and Sanctified Elect of God” Subtitle: “All Because of Christ’s Love for His Sheep” Text: 1 Peter 1:1-2 1 Peter 1:1–2 (ESV) 1Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "not What We Want But What We Need"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 29, 2023
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     | 2,747 views

    A sermon about following Christ and finding life.

    “Not What We Want but What We Need” Matthew 16:21-27 In the words of the late American news commentator Paul Harvey, this morning’s Gospel Lesson is “the rest of the story.” It is a continuation of what we talked about last week. Jesus had asked His disciples: “Who do you say I am?” Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Saddest Verse(S) In The Bible

    Contributed by Rick Chapman on Aug 31, 2023
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     | 3,369 views

    Examine the saddest verse(s) in the Bible..

    SADDEST VERSES IN THE BIBLE Many have preached, and many know the shortest verse in the Bible, which is John 11:35. Jesus wept. Some may say, that to them that is the saddest verse in the Bible. I can ask each of you here what might be your favorite verse or verses and I would get different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anointing Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Sep 4, 2023
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     | 3,564 views

    "What is the anointing of the Spirit of God? What does it mean to be anointed?" Is it necessary to be anointed by the Spirit of God in the Post Modern Culture such as today?

    I want to trace back briefly into history of the practise of anointing and then come to its relevance for us today. The origin of ‘anointing’ was from a practice of shepherds. Lice and other insects would often get into the wool of sheep, and when they got near the sheep's head, they could ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Introduction To 2nd Thessalonians Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023
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    This introduction to 2nd Thessalonians describes the place, the history, and second missionary travels.

    2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 1 A. Introduction: a. The Christians in Thessalonica were grateful to God for Paul's first letter, but it did not immediately solve all their problems. In fact, the persecution grew worse and some believers thought they were living in the time of the Tribulation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 13, 2023
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     | 1,361 views

    Psalm 3, presents another side of the biblical picture of faith in which the neat, tidy, well ordered theology of Psalm 1 and 2 gives way to a theology that allows for the realities of life– realities that include struggle, injustice, abuse, doubt, fear, and the testing of our faith.

    The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer. Psalm 13:1-6 Jenny and I left our house early to be with our parents for Thanksgiving, 1996. As we left I noticed our next door neighbor’s silver van was parked in his driveway. My neighbor and I had gotten close. I didn’t know that he was a different ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Worst Grandparent Ever

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 13, 2023
     | 1,602 views

    There were a number of good grandparents in the Bible but there were a number of bad ones, too. This message is about Athaliah, the worst grandparent ever.

    (Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church Chamois, MO on September 10, 2023. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Except for Adam, Eve, and the first generation of children (Cain, Abel, Seth, etc.) everybody has at least four grandparents! Some were good, and, sadly, many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Good...but Life Stinks Sometimes! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 18, 2023
     | 2,903 views

    This sermon challenges hearers to consider reasons for suffering that comes into our lives.

    “GOD IS GOOD, BUT LIFE STINKS SOMETIMES” FBCF – 9/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A few things we all have in common w/ each other: - All of us have a mother & a father. - All of us are breathing oxygen right now. - All of us need water to live. - All of us will suffer in this life – To put it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel According To Bissell Or The Boom And Mop Christian Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 24, 2023
     | 2,130 views

    A fun little sermon that shares how we can be a Broom and Mop Christian.

    Life Lessons from Nature (Autumn series) The Gospel According to Bissell Broom and Mop Christianity This is a fun little sermon focusing on how one can be a Broom and Mop Christian. Scripture: Romans 12:2; Ezekiel 36:25; Psalm 51:10 INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Christmas Disguised Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023
     | 2,143 views

    When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story.

    When we think about the Christmas account, those who are familiar with it, we think about bright stars, stables, shepherds, and angels singing. That is how we think about the story. However, the Matthew account is different. He doesn't go into a lot of details. Listen to how he describes this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Baby Talk Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023
     | 1,944 views

    Too many of us believe we have arrived and are mature spiritually. We must find out “Where Are You?”

    Where Are You? Pt. 2 - Baby Talk I. Introduction We have talked before about the importance of order and the Law of First Mention. First things, first fruits, first statements all matter. They are highly important and worth paying attention to. This should cause us to pay particular attention to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mad At God

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Oct 11, 2023
     | 1,525 views

    Look how patient God is with Jonah's sulking. He's that patient with you, too.

    Have you ever been mad at God? I have. I became a Christian in my 30’s, which is a little unusual. Quite a number of people recommit in their middle years, as they start looking around and wondering what it’s all about, but they were usually raised at least nominally Christian, while I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Pathway To God's Blessings

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 25, 2022
     | 3,945 views

    What makes you happy? is it only when someone is doing or giving you something? As a Christian, another element is does what makes you happy line up with Gos'; Word.

    The Pathway to God’s Blessings Psalms 1:1-6 Introduction- Good Morning Church This morning I will begin service by asking you a question- participation What makes you happy? Numerous things for a moment-right? How are you going to get there? If you are there, how are you going to be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Live With Power Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 2, 2022
     | 2,804 views

    Jesus called his disciples one by one at various occasions form their various vocations. He taught them the values of his kingdom, he trained them in healing, caring, and in preaching. He taught them to face the crisis, needs and being faithful civilian.

    Luke 9:1-6 Live with Power in Ministry Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. A preacher trained his horse to go when he says, “Praise the Lord,” and to stop when he says, “Amen.” One day, the preacher mounted on his horse, and said “Praise the Lord,” the horse immediately ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist