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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Unity, Interdependence, And Gifts.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2021
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    God has appointed a variety of gifts for the edification of the church.

    UNITY, INTERDEPENDENCE, AND GIFTS. 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. 1. The oneness of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-14). The bookends to these three verses emphasise the fact that there is one body and many members (1 Corinthians 12:12a), and that the body does not consist of one member ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Transformative Power Of Genuine Faith Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 17, 2024
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    The transformative power of genuine faith and contribute to the realization of a more just, harmonious, and interconnected world.

    The Transformative Power of Genuine Faith Scripture: John 2:13-25 Introduction: The transformative power of genuine faith and contribute to the realization of a more just, harmonious, and interconnected world. Reflection In today's world, the concept of the Temple, symbolizing a place ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Embracing The Call To Sacrificial Living Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 20, 2024
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    Finding Meaning in Times of Trial.

    Embracing the Call to Sacrificial Living Scripture: John 12:20-33 Introduction: Finding Meaning in Times of Trial. Reflection In the tumultuous landscape of today's world, where uncertainty looms large and adversity seems to be an ever-present companion, the timeless wisdom encapsulated ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Third Sunday Of Advent, Year A: Gaudete Sunday--John The Baptist: Danger And Beauty Of The Barren Places

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 2, 2022
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    It is just these types of lonely, painful moments that Jesus wants to redeem. John the Baptist got ministered to in prison by Jesus. He answered John’s question and complimented him to others.

    A bedraggled little man once walked the streets of an Italian town 100 years ago. Many of the townspeople saw his pallid face, often tearful, as he stumbled along the cobblestone streets and narrow alleys. One day a kind soul, witnessing the man’s misery, came up to him, hoping to lift his sad ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Only A Lack Of Faith Can Ruin Your Day

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022
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    not having a strong faith in Jesus will allow evil to ruin your day

    Only a lack of faith can ruin your day Mark 4:35-41 35 On that day, when evening came, He said to them, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd, they took Him along with them in the boat, just as He was; and other boats were with Him. 37 And there arose a fierce gale of wind, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Jesus Teaches Us A "rock Ballad"

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 24, 2024
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    What does it mean to see God as a Rock who saves us?

    Fourth Sunday in Course 2024 Let’s all take a moment, maybe even shut our eyes if we are sitting down, and use our imaginations. That’s a great way to start your daily meditation, by imagining a scene from the Scriptures. So let’s all get into our minds a picture of a rock. Not a pebble, not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Lessons From Forrest Gump: Discovering God In The Simple And Profound Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024
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    Forrest Gump, a beloved film about a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful life. As we look at his journey, we can uncover deep spiritual truths and see how his story can illuminate our understanding of God.

    Lessons from Forrest Gump: Discovering God in the Simple and Profound Introduction Today, we’re going to explore spiritual lessons from an unexpected source: the movie "Forrest Gump." This beloved film follows the life of Forrest, a man with a simple mind but a profoundly impactful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Certainty Of God's Witness.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 20, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 371 views

    A faith that overcomes.

    THE CERTAINTY OF GOD’S WITNESS. 1 John 5:4-12. It is interesting to note that 1 JOHN 5:4 begins “all that is born of God” overcomes the world. On just this one occasion, this is written in the neuter. The deeds of faith performed by born-again people are just as much begotten of God as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Religious Or Not?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 29, 2024
     | 384 views

    Jesus, in the Gospel, enumerates the evil we must avoid, or repent of if we haven’t avoided it. It’s like a to-do list from a modern person’s daily schedule, isn’t it?

    Twenty-Second Sunday in Course 2024 Those who have known me as a preacher for any length of time also know that I am not a big fan of the clerics who put our Lectionary together. They tend to omit verses and paragraphs to shorten the readings at Mass. And that itself is a kind of insult to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Vision Of A Nation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 28, 2024
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     | 2,278 views

    This is the 10th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

    Series: Social Justice [#10] THE VISION OF A NATION Amos 7:1-17 Introduction: In the Book of Amos, we find a powerful message directed to a Nation that has strayed from its moral and spiritual foundations. Through vivid visions, God communicates the impending judgment that awaits due to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Perfect Timing Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 30, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 31,363 views

    This is the 1st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#1] GOD’S PERFECT TIMING Luke 1:1-25 Introduction: I pray that each of you had a great Thanksgiving. 2 Sundays ago, I finished a 4 year Sermon Series from the Book of Acts and all of the letters that Paul wrote. After the Service, Karen asked David and D’Linda for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Presence And Glory Of The Lord.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 6, 2023
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     | 1,822 views

    Having asked the LORD to “show me now thy way,” Moses next waxed bold to ask, “I beseech thee, show me thy glory.”

    THE PRESENCE AND GLORY OF THE LORD. Exodus 33:12-23. 1. Show Me Thy Way (Exodus 33:12-17). EXODUS 33:12. Earlier in the chapter the LORD had said: ‘Go up hence, thou and the people… unto the land which I sware unto Abraham… I will send an angel before thee (cf. Exodus 33:1-2). Yet Moses now ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,135 views

    I encourage you to examine your spiritual vision. Are your eyes open to God's vision for your life? Are you following Him down the road of discipleship? May we all open our eyes to see the wonderful truths God has prepared for us.

    "Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes" Today, we delve into a thought-provoking topic: "Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes." It's a simple yet profound truth - if we want to see God's vision for our lives, we must open our eyes, both ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Revelation 21:1-8 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025
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     | 473 views

    Revelation 21:1-8

    Revelation 21:1-8 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 2 And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. I am sure you can imagine that ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Revelation 22:1-11 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025
     | 406 views

    Revelation 22:1-11

    Revelation 22:1-11 Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 through the middle of the street of the city; Revelation has been a great study over these last several months and I have really enjoyed it. I feel as ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church