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  • Ed Lu avatar

    Fear Not For He Fails Not

    Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 25, 2020
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    May we all be rejuvenated together as a church, solidified in our conviction, to uphold our faith and to strive towards our goal.

    Anything we’ve done that offended God, let us ask for His forgiveness. We want to make right our relationship with God. Only through a sincere repentant heart, can we hear God’s message. As we come together, we also carry each other in prayer, to seek God’s mercy and to receive strength from God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Needs Your Hands And Your Compassion

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 14, 2019
     | 5,738 views

    Little boy Jesus said: I MUST BE ABOUT MY FATHER'S BUSNESS. Consider who Jesus could touch if HE HAD YOUR HEART, YOUR HANDS, AND YOUR COMPASSION?

    GOD NEEDS YOUR HANDS AND YOUR HEART. COMPASSION? COMPASSION FATIQUE? MAKE TODAY COUNT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (FUNERAL, during funeral I give small stone with MTC on them… MAKE TODAY COUNT) Today we hear a lot about “PAY IT FORWARD!” I love this idea. When I hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Circuit Rider

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 24, 2024
     | 1,134 views

    The circuit rider played an important role in the evangelization of the American frontier. But the first "circuit rider" was Jesus Himself.

    The Circuit Rider Mark 6:1–13 NKJV Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 7: Obeying The Truth

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 13, 2021
     | 1,712 views

    Never underestimate the power of true love.

    1 Peter 1:22-25 Introduction As we have seen, Peter is concerned how the believers should conduct their lives in a world that was becoming increasingly hostile to Christians. Peter emphasizes the conduct of individual believers as well as the conduct of the church as a whole. He also emphasizes ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Thankfully Blessed

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 10, 2021
     | 2,328 views

    We should be living a life of gratitude for what the Lord has done for us.

    Thankfully Blessed Selected verses Introduction- Good morning…We are so glad that you have joined us this morning. We do not believe you are here by accident and that the Lord has something to say to us as we dig into His Word. we are a few days from Thanksgiving and most will sit down at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Wells Are You Drinking From?

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 27, 2024
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     | 2,514 views

    Jesus loves and accepts us as we are.

    “What Wells are You Drinking From?” John 4:4-18, 25-30, 39-42 She has a history. Things done and some left undone, some good some not so good. Guilts and regrets. Fears. Wounds and sorrows. And secrets too. She is a person with a past and yet she remains unknown to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    If I Were The Devil

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Feb 16, 2025
     | 920 views

    As a pastor, it is my job to guard your souls from the evil one and sometimes from yourselves. The evil one, the devil, is crafty and knows each of us very well. So, to guard your souls I need to arm you with some of the tactics of the devil.

    As a pastor, it is my job to guard your souls from the evil one and sometimes from yourselves. The evil one, the devil, is crafty and knows each of us very well. So, to guard your souls I need to arm you with some of the tactics of the devil. To do this I will be role-playing, showing you what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sanctification: Limitations Of The Law Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 30, 2025
     | 185 views

    Do you know what God expects in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17)? What if you knew the purpose of God’s Law that would allow you to find joy in obedience instead of despair in failure? Get ready to learn more about the relationships between Christians, the law, and God!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Sanctification: Limitations of the Law Romans 7:1-12 For those who have been with us on Sundays in January, you know our church's theme for 2013 is Peace-making. Making ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
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     | 1,356 views

    Encourage Christians to be bold and unashamed in speaking God's truth, following the example of Hulda the Prophetess.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the life of a lesser-known, yet extraordinary woman in the Bible—Hulda the Prophetess. We'll discover how her boldness and unashamedness in speaking God's truth serves as an example for all believers. Charles Stanley said, "His voice ...read more

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    Thankfully Blessed

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 27, 2026
     | 15 views

    Living a life of Thanksgiving

    Thankfully Blessed Selected verses Introduction- Good morning…We are so glad that you have joined us this morning. We do not believe you are here by accident and that the Lord has something to say to us as we dig into His Word. we are a few days from Thanksgiving and most of us will sit down at ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Getting Control Of One's Anger Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 824 views

    In difficult situations, instead of simmering in anger or resentment, we are invited to release our desire for control and trust in God’s sovereignty, allowing His peace and love to replace our anger.

    Self-Talk and Anger Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Have you ever felt so angry that you just wanted to scream out in fury? The Israelites, wandering in the wilderness, once again complained to Moses and Aaron about their lack of water, expressing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David: Zealot For God's House Series

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Nov 16, 2024
     | 1,453 views

    David and Jesus were both zealots for God's house. What did that look like in practice for David? And are WE willing to be zealots for God's house?

    INTRODUCTION Earlier in today’s service I showed the video, ‘David the worshipper’ [Angel Studios]. I’ve really liked all the videos in this series but I especially liked this one. Young David in the video loves to sing praise to God! He’s joyful, exuberant! His joy and exuberance are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Starting A New Year PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,491 views

    Encourages embracing the New Year with hope, courage, and perseverance, guided by God's wisdom to navigate life's seasons and overcome past challenges.

    Greetings, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, let us embrace the promise of a fresh start that the New Year brings. We stand at the threshold of a new beginning, the dawn of a new season, and the commencement of a fresh chapter in the story of our lives. The past year may have been ...read more

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    "My Struggle Ain't Strange"

    Contributed by Jerrell A Barron on Sep 20, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,137 views

    Every struggle in your life was tailor made to fit you and shape your life. Every struggle in your life God uses to make you better, not to make you bitter.

    Intro: As Christians we must clearly understand that the happenings in our lives were tailored just for us. Your difficulties are not to make you bitter but to make you better. God created us with a plan in mind, and again the plan wasn't to make you depressed, or miserable, the plan is to make you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfect Father

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 15, 2001
    based on 184 ratings
     | 29,904 views

    In this message we will see what we can learn about fatherhood from the perfect father...

    The Perfect Father "Be imitators of God...." Eph 5:1 Introduction "You, " said the doctor to his patient, "are in terrible shape you’ve got to do something about it. First, tell your wife to cook more nutritious meals. Stop working like a dog. Also inform your wife you’re going to make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ