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  • Damon S Adams avatar

    Praise In The Presence, 1 Samuel 6 Series

    Contributed by Damon S Adams on Jul 8, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,554 views

    This sermon examines the account of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. It considers the right way to approach God in contrast to the wrong way.

    Introduction King David is one of the key Old Testament figures from the Bible. How do we remember David? – The shepherd boy who slew Goliath? The might military general? The man after God’s heart? The adulterer and murder? The great king of Israel? . . . Yes, he is all that and more – David is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blessings And Benefits Of Revelation Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 12, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 111 views

    Jesus Christ, the risen and returning King, frees us to live faithfully in a world that opposes Him.

    Blessings and Benefits of Revelation Revelation 1:3-8 Rev. Brian Bill January 10-11, 2026 Before we move into a time of preaching, let’s begin by listening to the reading of some passages from Revelation, without interruption. Revelation 1:3-8 Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Search For Significance For Children Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 83 ratings
     | 5,233 views

    I talk about a child’s responsibility to obey and honor his/her parents no matter what kind of homelife situation.

    Search for Significance for Children OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago while still in college I decided to get my truck refinanced. My grandparents (who cosigned the truck) and I were getting some information to the bank. After corresponding with a bank representative I had to fax some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    World Changers

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 7, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,207 views

    A world changer is known not for what he gives up, but for what he takes up. Will you take up the challenge to be a world changer OR who just changes his clothes every day to look good?

    Opening illustration: John, do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared water, or do you want a chance to change the world?” That was the challenge Steve Jobs issued in 1983 to John Sculley, then president of Pepsi-Cola. Mr. Jobs was the creative genius behind Apple Computer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    And This Time Around PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
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     | 1,029 views

    Encourage believers to trust and obey God's call, face their fears with faith, and embrace the new path He has laid before them.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Gospel of Luke. As we begin, I'd like to share a quote from Christian author Max Lucado, who once said, "Feed your fears, and your faith will starve. Feed your faith, and your fears will." Let those words sink in as we ...read more

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    The Place And Purpose Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 27, 2014
     | 4,532 views

    In this sermon, we explore two questions: What is Biblical Authority? and How do we know that the Bible is the Word of God?

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a collector of rare books who ran into an acquaintance and they began to talk about books. 1. The man told the collector that he had just thrown away an old Bible that he found in a dusty, old box and he mentioned that “Guten-somebody-or-other” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Commission PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 992 views

    Emphasize the importance of embracing Jesus' authority and actively participating in His mission to make disciples of all nations as committed followers of Christ.

    Good morning, friends! Today, we're diving into a powerful passage of Scripture that beautifully captures the heart of Jesus' mission and purpose for His followers. We'll explore the authority of Jesus, the Great Commission, and the call to make disciples. In his book, "The Cost of Discipleship,” ...read more

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    Gideon: God's Reluctant Hero Series

    Contributed by Rick Bartosik on May 23, 2001
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,493 views

    Gideon was an unlikely hero. But God used him in a powerful way, just as He uses all who will believe Him and obey.

    "Gideon: God’s Reluctant Hero" Judges 6:1-40 Mililani Community Church Pastor Rick Bartosik June 6, 1999 Today is a very famous day in history, called D-Day. On June 6th 1944, during WW II, thousands of allied troops landed at Omaha Beach in Normandy, France to begin the liberation of Europe from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Even The Demons Believe PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,288 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' authority, identity, and divine nature, urging believers to deepen their relationship with Him through understanding and faith.

    Good morning, dear friends. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you gathered here today, drawn together by our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are, each one of us, a part of a vast and diverse community, knit together by the golden thread of faith. Today, we are here to engage ...read more

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    Moving With Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,092 views

    Explores our authority as followers of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of discerning divine directions, dedicating our gifts, and dreaming with God.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather to seek wisdom, find solace, and nurture our faith. We are united here, not by the walls of this sanctuary, but by the boundless love of our Lord Jesus Christ. And in this unity, we find our strength and our purpose. Today, we turn our ...read more

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    I Wonder What Christ Wants Us To Give Him This Christmas? Series

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Dec 2, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 7,408 views

    This sermon attempts to reveal what the author believes Jesus would want us to give Him for His birthday this Christmas.

    "I Wonder What Christ Wants Us To Give Him This Christmas" Text-Matthew 2:1-12 By dannymoss777@yahoo.com Introduction- It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Perhaps many of you enjoyed going to the parade in our city last night. With all that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting Your Bullies Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 28, 2025
     | 635 views

    Fight the bullies in your life with God’s ability, with God’s authority, and within God’s assignment.

    In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey tells the story of a bully who demanded his lunch money every day when he was a child. Because Handey was smaller than the bully, he simply gave the bully his money. “Then I decided to fight back,” Handey says. “I started taking karate lessons, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Who Is The Antichrist? Paul, And Conclusions (Final In Series) Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 25, 2015
     | 4,746 views

    The apostle Paul's comments about the coming man of sin jive perfectly with Daniel's, Jesus', and John's. One would expect this in a Book that proclaims itself to be the Word of God. One author in Heaven speaking His truths through many authors on earth.

    7. PAUL: II THESSALONIANS 2 Did Paul ever deal with the question of the antichrist? Most assuredly. And as one might expect, this passage, II Thessalonians 2, has been abused quite a bit through the years. Let’s look at the first 12 verses. In the first place, Paul meant in no way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Journey Towards Transformation: The Damascus Road (Newly Update 3/23/24) Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 25, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 23,169 views

    In a moment, Paul was transformed, where the confronter became the confronted. The hunter became the hunted. The accuser was now the accused. And while he thought he had the authority, in that moment he found himself powerless when he heard the true voice of authority.

    A Journey Towards Transformation?“The Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-19 Thinking about this whole idea that we’ll be exploring in our Easter message, “God Will Make a Way,” the concept of the various roads that both Jesus and His disciples took up to and following His resurrection came to mind. We’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A Journey Towards Transformation: "The Damascus Road” Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,198 views

    In a moment, Paul was transformed, where the confronter became the confronted. The hunter became the hunted. The accuser was now the accused. And while he thought he had the authority, in that moment he found himself powerless when he heard the true voice of authority.

    A Journey Towards Transformation?“The Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-19 Thinking about this whole idea that we’ll be exploring in our Easter message, “God Will Make a Way,” the concept of the various roads that both Jesus and His disciples took up to and following His resurrection came to mind. We’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare