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  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    The Power Of Kindness: Reflecting Christ’s Love In A Harsh World" Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Mar 18, 2025
     | 572 views

    To be kind is more important than to be right. Many times, what people need is not a brilliant mind that speaks but a special heart that listens." — F. Scott Fitzgerald

    "The Power of Kindness: Reflecting Christ’s Love in a Harsh World" Text: Gal. 5:22 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are You Sealed? Preparing For The Final Judgment

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Mar 22, 2025
     | 357 views

    144,000 are marked—Today, this seal is not for a select few but for all who belong to Christ. The question for us is urgent: Are you sealed? As we explore God’s Word, let this truth anchor us: The sealed are saved, the saved are secure, and the secure live with purpose.

    Are You Sealed? Preparing for the Final Judgment Revelation 7:4-8 Introduction: The Mark of Eternity Imagine a scene of cosmic urgency: angels poised to unleash judgment, yet God pauses to seal His servants (Revelation 7:3). In this vision, 144,000 are marked—a symbolic number representing God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2023
     | 2,181 views

    Many people, including Christians, struggle greatly with the Goodness of God. They get their ideas about Him from circumstances and difficulties, rather than from the life of Jesus Christ. This message can help refocus people to the considering the proper evidence.

    The Goodness of God Pastor Eric J. Hanson January 29, 2023 Read Matthew 19:16-17a. One of the first childhood prayers that many of us learned, went like this: “God is good. God is great. Let us thank Him for this food. Amen.” It is easy to smile, remembering the childlike simplicity of this little ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Chosen, Redeemed, And Alive In Christ Ephesians 1:4-5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 26, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,752 views

    You are chosen, redeemed, and alive in Christ. These are not just theological terms; they describe a living relationship with the Almighty God.

    Chosen, Redeemed, and Alive in Christ - Ephesians 1:4-5 Ephesians 1:4-5 (NLT) – “Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The H-A-N-D-S Of Jesus

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Nov 18, 2024
     | 881 views

    This sermon has us looking at the mighty works of Jesus, for us, by examining the hands of Jesus, as He brought: healing, soothing, patience and care, and salvation through HIs hands.

    Good morning family and friends in Christ! It is so great to be here to see each and every one of you today. The great thing about this day, is that it gives those of us who have not accepted Jesus as our Lord and Savior an opportunity to do so, and for those who have already accepted Jesus, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three P's Of Manhood

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024
     | 828 views

    Example of godly husbands actions demonstrated through action, exemplified by Christ. preparation for deacon selection.

    Background to passage: this passage is the first combination of the Spirit-filled life and the “household codes” in scripture. We begin our process of deacon nomination this week, and I always remind you of the qualifications required of deacons, usually in 1 Tim 3. This year I decided that since ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Get God To Answer Prayer

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 698 views

    Last week of f2024 Month of Prayer and Fasting

    Background to passage: Last Supper, farewell discourse John 14:1–13 ESV “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Noah And The Flood Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 5, 2022
     | 4,036 views

    The Genesis flood is judgment of our holy God. God’s Judgment in the flood serves as a stark reminder that God is serious about his warnings. It is also a lesson in the grace of God and that God keeps his promise regarding those who are faithful to Him.

    Noah’s Ark is a popular children’s story. A toy ark was one of the first children’s toys my oldest daughter received. Noah’s ark is a popular nursery theme. There is the children’s song: “Noah, he builded, he builded an Arky, Arky.” The focus for children is the safety inside the ark for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awesome God

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
     | 839 views

    God revealed His omniscience as Jesus taught and amazed the crowds with His knowledge. God revealed His omnipotence as Jesus performed miracles and mighty works. How will you respond to God for being awesome in your life?

    Opening illustration: What would have happened had Moses tried to figure out what was needed to accomplish God’s command? One of the biggest arithmetical miracles in the world was required in the desert. Moses led the people of Israel into the desert ... Now what was he going to do with them? They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Higher Call Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,024 views

    You cannot read the New Testament without seeing that any person who names the name of Christ is called to live on the high level of returning good for evil.

    Introduction: This morning we come face to face with a practical problem confronting everyone here; namely, overcoming our resentment toward people we don't like. In our scripture today, Jesus suggests the higher call of Christian discipleship is not how well we get along with our friends, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Honor God With Your Bodies Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 14, 2022
     | 3,253 views

    Now we have come to understand that we worship God with our Bodies. Our physical bodies are the Temple of God, honor one another as the temple of God, as the temple of the Living God, and as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

    Theme: Worship with your Bodies Text: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Greetings: Introduction: we have started the month with the covenant of Rest, enter into the rest of God. We have meditated on the significance of Work and Rest based on Genesis 2:1-3. Now we have come to understand that we worship God ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Prodigal Son Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 7, 2025
     | 1,050 views

    Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not just in Christian circles but around world. I believe that it is worth the accolades as there is so much in the story. Let us look at it now.

    Title: The Prodigal Son Theme: To show the attitude we should have when 1. Receiving the Father 2. Toward prodigals Text: Luke 15:11 - 32 Introduction Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Mystery Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,038 views

    Explores the mystery of Christ in Ephesians 3, emphasizing its power to break barriers, foster boldness, and build confidence in our faith.

    Welcome, dear friends and fellow believers. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as kin in the family of God, united in our shared love for Christ and His Word. We are here to engage with the divine mystery that is the Gospel, to seek understanding, to find courage, and to ...read more

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    No Condemnation Week 4 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 556 views

    Explores enduring present sufferings with hope, believing in God's redemption, and embracing our identity as God's children.

    Good morning, dear church family. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today in the house of our Lord? As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to center ourselves and prepare our hearts for what God has in store for us today. We are about to engage with the beautiful, ...read more

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    What's In Your Box? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 863 views

    This sermon explores the transformative role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and how to better align ourselves with His guidance and power.

    Hello, dear friends, beloved family in Christ. It is such a joy to gather here today in the house of the Lord, bound together by our shared faith, our shared hope, and our shared love for our Savior. We are here, not because of our own merits, but because of the grace of God that has drawn us ...read more

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