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  • Mary Erickson avatar

    A Life Of Hope And Praise Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 12, 2021
     | 2,778 views

    A sermon for Pentecost Year B, Lectionary 15

    July 11, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 1:3-14 A Life of Hope and Praise Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our epistle readings for the next several weeks are taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. I’d like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "i Want It To Matter"

    Contributed by Dave Nichols on Feb 11, 2021
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     | 1,783 views

    You may not know the name Tyler Trent. But let me tell you a few things about him: He liked Mahi Mahi: grilled, not blackened. And he liked Starbucks coffee: something with peppermint, preferably. He liked pizza – thin, not thick – and popsicles. And Pepsi Max.

    “I want it to matter” Holly Springs 1/6/19 If you have your bibles with you today I want you to turn to Isaiah 44:24, again that is Isaiah 44:24: here is what it says: Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, who formed you from the womb: “I am the LORD, who made all things, who alone stretched out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Thanks During A Pandemic

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 23, 2020
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     | 5,529 views

    We are commanded by Paul to have a joyful spirit and to be thankful, no matter what the situation.

    Giving Thanks During a Pandemic 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 2020 has certainly been one of the most challenging years in recent times. It started with the spread of a new virus originating in Wuhan China which spread rapidly throughout the Earth. Many millions have caught the virus and many hundreds ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Think About What You Think About? Criteria

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 29, 2021
     | 2,505 views

    Do we ever think about what we think about? Be honest are we lacking in self-evaluation and accountability? Do we discipline ourselves?

    THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT… CRITERIA By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ARE THERE SOMETHINGS I NEED TO CORRECT IN MY LIFE? WHAT IS BEHAVIORAL AND MENTAL MODIFICATION… IS REAL CHANGE POSSIBLE OR AM I FOREVER TRAPPED? Every sport I know has rules… to be a good player we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Witness: Praises #5 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019
     | 2,295 views

    When you have met the risen Christ you are so grateful you immediately get to work sharing the message .

    For those who are new, we began this conversation a number of weeks ago about what gives us meaning in this life and I suggested that the question is actually a mute point for those who call themselves Christian because if we believe that Christ came, died and rose again then we must also live out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Failure Of Human Leadership Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 20, 2019
     | 3,870 views

    Can human political systems save us? We elect national leaders, and are quickly disappointed. Let’s learn that only God’s government can truly bless humanity. Let’s contrast human governments and Christ’s government in Luke 23:33-43.

    Can human political systems save us? We elect national leaders, and are quickly disappointed. Let’s learn that only God’s government can truly bless humanity. Let’s contrast human governments and Christ’s government in Luke 23:33-43. Forgive Them Luke 23:33-34 And when they had come to the place ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "all Things New, A New Year Message"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2022
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     | 3,606 views

    For many of us, a new year is a time for resolutions and getting rid of bad habits. Today is January the 8th…so far, so good! Someone was writing down New Year resolutions: “Gain weight, save less money, set realistic goals.”

    Norman Vincent Peal spent New Year’s Eve in Rome. A friend warned him to stay inside his hotel for his own safety, because people have a habit of throwing old, unwanted things out their windows on New Year’s Eve. He explained, “If you should be walking down the street, you’re likely to have an ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    New Year! New You!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 29, 2022
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     | 4,367 views

    A New Year's Day sermon playing off an idea from Narnia.

    New Year! New You! Ephesians 3:20-21 January 1, 2023 One of my favorite Christians authors is C.S. Lewis. In part, because he wrote so many deep and profound books which are challenging, and also because he was able to write Christian fantasy books. One of them is a series of books, called The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoring Hope

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 30, 2022
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    We can live without many things, but hope isn’t one of them. The Resurrection of Jesus restored hope!

    Matthew 28:1-10 Introduction: • There are many things that we can live without, but hope isn’t one of them. o Nothing can plunge us into the depths of despair quicker than losing all sense of hope. o Hope gives us a reason to get up in the morning and the ability to keep moving ahead when ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God’s Heart On Display Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025
     | 30 views

    At Calvary God’s justice and mercy met, providing forgiveness, new life, and unshakable hope as the true center of the universe and every heart.

    Introduction – The Answer to Every Question Stand at the foot of the cross and look up. A rough wooden beam against a dark sky, a dying man between heaven and earth. It may seem like defeat, but here—right here—is the pivot of all history and the answer to the deepest questions every heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Seven Husbands In Heaven? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 9, 2025
     | 198 views

    The Sadducees question Jesus about resurrection

    Background to passage: Jesus has been attacked about the basis of his authority, about his position on paying taxes to Caesar, and now a theological question about life after death. These questions and accusations have been launched from the elders and chief priests, disciples of the Pharisees and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Than Conquerors

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jan 5, 2025
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     | 787 views

    A message from Romans 8:18-39 about looking to the future united in Christ

    Title: Happy Forever! Text: Romans 8:18-31 Subject: How do we face the (Chaotic) future with hope? Complement: by focussing on God’s promises – and our standing in Christ. Big idea: We are more than conquerors through Christ. Introduction/attention… This first week of 2025 lost its joy and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: Overflowing With Hope - Romans 15:13 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 19, 2024
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     | 1,641 views

    Romans 15:13 speaks directly to the heart of the Christian life - trusting in God brings us joy, peace, and an overflowing hope that is empowered by the Holy Spirit.

    Transformed by Truth: Overflowing with Hope Romans 15:13 Introduction: The Power of Hope in Christ Today, I want to talk about a verse that holds an extraordinary promise—Romans 15:13 (NLT): "I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let This Mind Be In You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,474 views

    Understand and cultivate the mind of Christ in our lives, enabling us to think, act, and love like Him.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. We are gathered here today to explore a profound teaching found in the book of Philippians. I am particularly thrilled because we will be delving into how we can cultivate the mind of Christ in our daily lives. In Philippians 2:5, Apostle Paul writes, "In your ...read more

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    Promise Vs. Poison PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 2,826 views

    Encourage believers to immerse themselves in studying the Scriptures, to understand God's promises, discern lies, and find strength, wisdom, and comfort in God's Word.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we are going to dive deep into God's word, exploring the immense power of His promises, the deadly poison of lies, and the life-giving habits of Scripture study. Listen to what Charles Spurgeon once said. "A Bible that's falling apart usually belongs ...read more

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