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  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    Then Were The Disciples Glad When They Saw The Lord Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2025
     | 185 views

    True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, or abstract doctrine—it is rooted in a personal, present encounter with the risen Christ. Joy begins then—when we see Him.

    “Then Were the Disciples Glad When They Saw the Lord” (John 20:20; Based on Chapter 2 of Vance Havner’s The Secret of Christian Joy) Key Text: John 20:20 – “Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord.” Thesis: True Christian joy is not rooted in self, others, favorable circumstances, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When They Saw The Lord Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2025
     | 254 views

    Christian joy is found not in comfort or certainty but in seeing Jesus. And the Jesus who brings joy is not a sanitized, sentimental figure—but the crucified and risen Lord. When we truly see Him by faith, everything changes.

    Title: “When They Saw the Lord” (John 20:19–20, KJV) Text: John 20:19–20 (KJV) “Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon 7 - Great Is Your Reward In Heaven Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 14, 2025
     | 559 views

    The promised rewards of heaven are given to us from God to inspire and empower us towards faithfulness and perseverance.

    A. Do you know who holds the record for the most homeruns in a single MLB season? 1. The answer is Barry Bonds – he hit 73 home runs in 2001. 2. Mark McGwire holds the #2 and #4 spots with 70 home runs in 1998 and 65 in 1999. 3. Sammy Sosa holds the #3, #5, and # 6 spots with 66 home runs in 1998, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope At Christmas Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 6, 2025
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     | 1,194 views

    This sermon proclaims that the heart of Christmas is God’s promised hope fulfilled in Jesus—the Light who breaks our darkness, conquers sin, and invites us to live in the peace and confidence of His eternal reign.

    The Heart of Christmas: Hope Isaiah 9:2-7; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 15:4 Christmas is almost here! It truly is a special time of year. Before we open God’s Word together, I’d like to invite you on a short journey into the past—to remember what Christmas has meant to you through the years. Many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christmas That Won’t Disappoint Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 26, 2025
     | 127 views

    No matter how much we enjoy the gifts we receive at Christmas, they will eventually disappoint us, as will everything in this world - possessions, achievements, experiences, and relationships. But when Christ returns, we will find that what God has planned for us will never disappoint us.

    All right. Good morning. Did everyone get what they wanted for Christmas? Any surprises? I read an article a while back in which various celebrities were asked to name their most memorable Christmas presents, and the answers might surprise you. These were A-list celebrities; people with money and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice Not! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2025
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     | 88 views

    God calls us to turn from empty pursuits and return to Him, the true source of joy, healing, and restoration through honest prayer and repentance.

    Friends, would you take a deep breath and settle your heart for a moment? Picture a field at sunset. The stalks are golden, the air is warm, and the farmer stands at the edge of the rows with calloused hands and a quiet hope. He longs for a good harvest, a full barn, a happy table. We understand ...read more

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    Curing Church Conflict-3

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 8, 2011
     | 2,549 views

    3 of 3. James revealed the solution for conflict within the local church body. There is a known cure for conflict within the local church. But how is it challenged? The cure for church conflict is challenged by our....

    CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—III—James 4:1-17 Attention: A zookeeper wanted to get some extra animals for his zoo, so he decided to compose a letter. The only problem was that he didn’t know the plural of "mongoose." He started the letter: "To whom it may concern, I need two mongeese." No, that wouldn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rules Of Engagement

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,481 views

    The rules by which we are to conduct ourselves as strangers in this world are provided in the Word of God.

    “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Jesus With Your Finances, Part 4 - Dev. A Healthy Attitude... Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011
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     | 7,406 views

    Last in four-part series on finances. This one discusses John Wesley’s maxim, "Make all you can, save all you can, give all you can." Supported by passages from Proverbs.

    Following Jesus with Our Finances Part 4 – Developing a Healthy Attitude toward Finances Various Scriptures March 27, 2011 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this message can be heard at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org. Me: Today we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Five Things God Would Have You Do For Thanksgiving!

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Jun 23, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,868 views

    I want to give you five fundamental facts for maintaining a posture of praise anda spirit of Gratitude all taken out of Psalms 100:1-5

    FIVE THINGS GOD WOULD HAVE YOU DO FOR THANKSGIVING! You may identify with the little boy I heard about. On his return from a school party, his mother asked him, “Bobby, did you thank the teacher for the party?” The boy answered, “ Well, I was going to. But the girl ahead of me ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Come To The Party

    Contributed by Robert Dovenmuehle on Mar 12, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,231 views

    Joy and celebration are taking place in the streets of heaven. He rejoices over all those who repent of their sins and seek to know Him. He wants you to join Him in His joy. He wants you know His great love for you. Rejoice with Him! Come to the party!

    Have you ever thought about why God would create us to have children? He could have created us like the angels who don’t have children. He could have created as many people as He wanted all at once. He could have created a few people and continued to create more as He saw fit to populate His ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 7): Unshakeable Joy: The Gift Of The Unexpected Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 7, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,414 views

    Let us explore a profound truth that can change the way we live - the unshakeable joy that Jesus brings.

    Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 7): Unshakeable Joy: The Gift of the Unexpected Jesus Introduction: Today, we will be exploring a profound truth that can change the way we live. We’re talking about joy—specifically, the unshakeable joy that Jesus brings. But what makes this joy so special is that it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    This Is Great! Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,952 views

    There is joy to be had!

    THIS IS GREAT! Luke 1:26-38 S: Mary Th: Courage at Christmas Pr: THERE IS JOY TO BE HAD! ?: How? How does it come to Mary? KW: Inductive TS: We will find in our study of Luke 1:26-38 how Mary discovers the joy that is available to those that accept God’s will. The _____ aspect of Mary’s story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stitched Together By God's Grace

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 18, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,745 views

    The Joy of Service

    May 12, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 9:36-43 Stitched Together by God’s Grace Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. When I was a young girl, we visited my Grandma Jorgensen. Grandma lived in a small, white house ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Get The Most Out Of Your Leaders

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,157 views

    Part 1 of several dynamics that will maximize and bless the ministry of church leaders. Respect your leaders, Love them, Get along with them and with one another, Take responsibility for one another, and let mercy triumph over vengeance when someone wrong

    How to Get the Most out of Your Leaders 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 12 Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. 13 Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 14 And we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God