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  • Fred Sigle avatar

    A Broken Heart Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
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    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: A BROKEN HEART A. Many people believe that HAPPINESS is produced by EXTERNAL CIRCUMSTANCES or SITUATIONS. 1. The world buys into the “WHEN AND THEN” philosophy: “When I get this...” or “When that changes...” or “When this happens” “. . . THEN I'll be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Restrained Power Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 849 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: RESTRAINED POWER A. Walk up to a group of BOYS playing basketball or baseball and ask what quality each of them would like to possess, and you’ll get answers like: “To run fast.” “To jump high.” “To be strong.” 1. Not a single one of them would answer, “I’d like ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Insatiable Craving Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 1,073 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: INSATIABLE CRAVING ILLUSTRATION: Can you believe that next year will mark 20-years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans? We all saw the news stories—the DESTRUCTION, the DEATH TOLL, the HUMAN AGONY and MISERY. Hurricane Katrina is the COSTLIEST natural ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Showing Mercy Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 1,130 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SHOWING MERCY A. Mercy is a quality that is so needed today. COMMENT: We live in a WORLD where it’s so easy to become CALLUSED and INDIFFERENT. We are bombarded daily with news of TRAGEDIES, VIOLENCE, and SUFFERING PEOPLE. Living SANELY in such a WORLD often necessitates ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Real Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 1,664 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: BE REAL A. What is the REAL YOU, like? 1. I believe there are times when we HIDE behind MASKS and FACADES and not allow our “TRUE- SELVES” to come out. ILLUSTRATION: When Karen Morse of Henniker, New Hampshire was about to GRADUATE from high school, she revealed a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Becoming Peacemakers Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
     | 1,060 views

    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: BECOMING PEACEMAKERS A. Today we are studying the seventh Beatitude in our series, BECOMING PEACEMAKERS. ILLUSTRATION: There was a man being held by BANK ROBBERS who, as he was HIKING deep into the woods, stumbled onto an OLD CABIN and found the MONEY they had STOLEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking In The Light Of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 22, 2024
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     | 1,681 views

    Psalm 89:15 calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live transformed lives by His truth.

    Walking in the Light of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a powerful verse found in Psalm 89:15. This verse will be the foundation of our message, one that calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Freedom To Serve: Embracing Our Liberty In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 22, 2024
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     | 1,225 views

    Galatians 5:13 (NLT): "For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love."

    Freedom to Serve: Embracing Our Liberty in Christ Opening Prayer: "Father, we gather today seeking Your wisdom and guidance as we delve into Your Word. Open our hearts and minds to the truth of Galatians 5:13. Teach us how to live out our freedom in Christ, not for selfish purposes, but to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Are Laity

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025
     | 501 views

    God calls every believer as His laity, a royal priesthood, chosen to declare His marvelous works in daily life and mission.

    (The People of God) Opening Story – “Secret Service” Christians A man was coming out of church one day. The pastor stood at the door to shake hands and gently pulled him aside. “Brother,” he said, “you need to join the Army of the Lord.” The man smiled, “Pastor, I’m already in the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Grace For The Graceless Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025
     | 225 views

    God’s free grace in Christ saves and transforms sinners, replacing fear and striving with joy, gratitude, and Spirit-empowered obedience today and forever.

    Introduction – A Gospel that Begins at the Bottom “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3) What a breathtaking way to open the greatest sermon ever preached. Jesus does not begin the ladder from earth to heaven with “Blessed are the pure in heart.” If ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    An Undivided Heart Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025
     | 179 views

    God answers the cry for an undivided heart—guiding our steps, deepening our worship, and giving peace stronger than any enemy or fear.

    Introduction – When You’re Pulled in Every Direction Do you ever feel like your heart is being pulled apart? One moment you want to serve God wholeheartedly; the next you’re dragged by competing worries, desires, and distractions. You sit down to pray and suddenly remember bills to pay, emails to ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Olivet Discourse-Rapture Ready - Be Ready For Christ's Return. Parable Of The 10 Virgins_matthew 25.1-13 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 298 views

    Be ready for CHRIST’s return. Spiritual preparedness is personal, non-transferable, and essential for entering GOD’s kingdom - each one must be ready for the LORD’s return.

    2025.09.28. Sermon Notes. Be Ready for Christ’s Return - Matthew 25.1-13 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 12:35, Revelation 19:7, John 3:29, Revelation 19:7-9, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Matthew 24:36, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, Zechariah 4:1-6, 2 Peter 3:3-4, 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Shine: The Light Has Come - John 1:5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 311 views

    For the Christian, Christmas is about far more than presents under a tree or turkey on a table. It is about celebrating the greatest truth in human history: the Light has come.

    Go! And Shine: The Light Has Come - John 1:5 John 1:5 (NLT): “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.” Introduction: Only 12 Weeks to Christmas Friends, did you know there are only twelve weeks until Christmas? For some of us, that thought brings joy. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Shine The Light Of Christ - Isaiah 60:3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 365 views

    In a world filled with spiritual darkness, God has called His people to be light-bearers, this is not our light, but the light of Christ shining through us.

    Go! And Shine the Light of Christ Isaiah 60:3 (NLT): “All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance.” Introduction Imagine for a moment a darkened stadium. The power goes out. Thousands sit in confusion, waiting in silence. Suddenly, a single torch is lit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Shine Like Diamonds In The Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 271 views

    God takes us — broken, buried in sin, seemingly worthless — and through His grace in Jesus Christ, He cleanses, refines, and transforms us into something of eternal worth.

    Go! And Shine Like Diamonds in the Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Malachi 3:17 (NLT): “They will be my people,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. “On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.” Introduction: Diamonds in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal