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  • Spencer Miller avatar

    A Mother's Faith For Critical Times

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Apr 16, 2013
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     | 17,300 views

    In these critical times, violence everywhere, immorality everywhere, wars and rumors of wars, the faith of a good mother is a powerful weapon against the wiles of the devil.

    Introduction: Motherhood is a ministry; the moment the Lord commanded us to be fruitful and multiply was the very moment that the ministry of motherhood began. In life, we generally come across various forms of relationships like father-son, husband-wife, love, friendship and others, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Evil One

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 17, 2013
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    Many do not believe in the devil any more. Many choose not to believe. What does the Bible have to say about him and the destruction he wishes to bring to each of our souls?

    This week a friend of mine posted a video on facebook that showed the results of four teens texting while driving. Three of them died and the last one will never be the same again; mentally or physically. Did they know of the dangers of texting while driving? Did they just ignore the danger ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Unless...

    Contributed by Jarrod Jones on Jun 19, 2013
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    Unless you “die” there will be no new life in you, or through you.

    Intro “Who ever said following Jesus was boring? (“Themes” of John 12): Jesus basically said, “Unless you die, there will be no new life in you, or through you.” Unless you die to self, then _____________.” Who will miss out, who will suffer, who will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Adoption - What Does That Mean?

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 20, 2014
    based on 44 ratings
     | 46,245 views

    Adoption during the writings of Paul meant something totally different then it does today. Adoption signifies that you are legally a child of God. You are a full fledged member of the family. A joint heir with Christ. Updated July 2023.

    For Those Not Familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture Readings that proceed the Message. Today's Readings were Isaiah 55, Psalm 65, Romans 8:7-17 and Matthew 13:1-9 & Matthew 13:18-23. A young man entered the movie theater ... loaded down ......with popcorn, ... drinks, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Secret To Greatness Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014
     | 6,946 views

    We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion.

    THE SECRET TO GREATNESS Mark 10.32-45 Lenten Message April 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL A We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . 1 This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion. a He’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Are The Salt Of The Earth (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 33,871 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' declaration that His followers are the salt of the earth.

    YOU ARE THE SALT OF THE EARTH (Part 1) Matthew 5:13 According to the Cambridge dictionary, the phrase “salt of the earth” is an idiom that refers to someone who is “very good, honest, and reasonable; one who does not think that they are special in any way”. The examples given are statements such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 12, 2013
     | 6,865 views

    Sometimes we find the devil attending church.

    Living in Jesus I John 2:22-29 Introduction Last week, we were introduced to the Antichrist. In fact many antichrists had come already. John goes further do describe them as coming out from the church itself. The source of their teaching might have come from the pit of hell, but the actual ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christian Servants Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 5, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 25,223 views

    A sermon examining the importance of Christian service.

    CHRISTIAN SERVANTS Titus 1:1-4 Revised (completely new) and unpreached June 2025 When I was involved in secular work I served in various management positions. As I result I was often required to recruit, interview, and hire people. During that period of my career I never once hired someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Letter To Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 19, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 40,706 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' letter to the Church at Ephesus.

    THE LETTER TO THE CHURCH AT EPHESUS Revelation 2:1-7 If you have been born again then you certainly remember the joy and excitement that you felt when you first met Jesus. It is an overwhelming experience to know that you have gone from death unto life. Chances are pretty good that when you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer For The Church

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 21, 2015
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     | 7,381 views

    The church and our nation don't seem to be in a good spot and need much prayer. The church in Ephesus was in a similar spot and Paul knew that they needed prayer desperately. Have we been focusing on praying for the church in our nation?

    Opening illustration: A friend told me about a neighbor who years ago spent most of his spare time planting trees. The man seldom watered the young trees because he thought that too much watering spoiled them. (He came from the “no pain, no gain” school of plant care.) Pampered trees, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Greater Joy Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 21, 2014
    based on 24 ratings
     | 24,191 views

    A sermon examining the joy that comes from seeing our brothers and sisters "walk in truth".

    NO GREATER JOY 3 JOHN 1-4 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, November 9th, 2025) You will find the word “joy” in over one hundred and fifty verses in the Holy Scriptures. The Psalmist “shouted to God with loud songs of joy” (Psalm 47:1). Isaiah spoke of “everlasting joy” (Isaiah 51:11). Even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Eternal Home Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 6, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 22,399 views

    What knowledge do you possess concerning life after death? What are you certain of? The Spirit-filled Christian longs to be clothed in a body fit for all eternity.

    2 CORINTHIANS 5:1-5 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] OUR ETERNAL HOME [John 14:1-6 / 1 Corinthians 15:34-54] What knowledge do you possess concerning [life and] life after death? What are you certain of? Man can be described as dwelling in a body during this time, but how does he live in the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Two Foundations In Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 16, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 45,913 views

    All men are building, all builders choose a foundation. All foundations will be tried. Only one foundation will stand the storm of judgment.

    MATTHEW 7: 24-29 THE TWO FOUNDATIONS IN LIFE [Psalms 89:20-29] Here is the familiar story of two men building their homes (lives). Both men had access to the same materials. Both had choices as to where and how to build their homes (lives). But one man’s house stood while the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaning For The Tape

    Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,222 views

    A sermon on the importance of finishing strong in our CHristian walk.

    LEANING FOR THE TAPE II Timothy 4:6-8 I. INTRO 1. This morning I’d like to share with you excerpts of two life stories. 2. Listen closely and see if you can realize the similarities. Failed in business 22 Ran for Legislature--defeated 23 Again failed in business 24 Elected to Legislature ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Remembrance Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 3, 2012
     | 6,519 views

    What the Lord's Supper is about.

    Introduction We could have titled last week’s sermon, “Christians Behaving Badly.” It was bad enough that the Corinth “saints” were treating one another badly, but, as if to add insult to injury, they were doing so at the Lord’s Table. At the very meal which ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed