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  • Craig Condon avatar

    Feed The Hungry

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 6, 2015
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    We must address the needs of those at our doorstep and in our local community, but we can’t be nearsighted. We can’t ignore the desperate needs of the poor worldwide.

    “For I was hungry and you fed me…” In 2000 it was estimated that 925 million people worldwide suffered from hunger, which was caused in part by a spike in global food prices…and you only have to go to Superstore or Sobeys to see how high food prices are these days! Hunger ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Week That Changed The World: The Day Jesus Cleaned House Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 3, 2021
     | 4,474 views

    The Lord Jesus arrived in Jerusalem hailed by the Jews as the Davidic king who would restore Israel. He arrived not for that purpose, but to fulfill Isaiah's prophecy of the Suffering Servant who restored all of HIs people back to God. The first step was to restore His house.

    The final week of Jesus' public ministry had started with His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, being hailed as the rightful heir of David and the One who would finally drive out the hated Roman Gentile oppressors and restore the nation of Israel back to its former glory, or so the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Integrity Meets Adversity

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 30, 2016
     | 7,767 views

    A sermon to help Christians deal with adversity.

    "When Integrity Meets Adversity" Job 1:8 And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? Job 2:3 And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying For Politicians

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 18, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,962 views

    Sometimes we may be frustrated with our political system, with what our leaders do while in office, with our government as a whole. Yet, God calls us to obey the law, pray for our leaders, and above all, follow God.

    Romans 13:1-5, 1 Timothy 2:1-4 Praying for Politicians NASA recently reported it has received a record high number of 18,000 applications for its astronaut training program. NASA said it shows a growing interest in space exploration. Then people said, "Nah, we just wanna get off the planet before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    And No Man Takes It To Heart

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 25, 2023
     | 1,902 views

    1 of 1. The prophet Isaiah noted an 'environment' in Israel, where an absence of God’s righteous people went unnoticed. The absence of God’s righteous people can go unnoticed by secular society. When/Why/How does an absence of God’s righteous go unnoticed?

    “AND NO MAN TAKES IT TO HEART”—Isaiah 57:1-2 Attention: Have you ever bought something from the grocery store, only to discover later, that there is something missing from your purchase? You know you had it in the grocery cart, but it’s not there after you got home! You notice immediately that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Message 20 - 1thessalonians Chapter 5:25-28: The Final Comments To The Thessalonians – Pray, Greeting, And Closing Grace Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 15, 2023
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    Paul stresses the importance of prayer for himself. He them urges strongly the reading of his letter but again highlights one of his favourite words – GRACE. It was grace that blesses the Thessalonians.

    MESSAGE 20 - 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:25-28: THE FINAL COMMENTS TO THE THESSALONIANS – PRAY, GREETING, AND CLOSING GRACE [A]. PAUL’S REQUESTED PRAYER {{1Thessalonians 5:25 “Brethren, pray for us.”}} This is only a short verse, a short request, and Paul does not elaborate on prayer points, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seventeenth Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 171 views

    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 33:6-12, Proverbs 25:6-14, Ephesians 4:1-6, Luke 14:1-11. A). THE CREATOR GOD, OUR REDEEMER. Psalm 33:6-12. PSALM 33:6-7. “The word of the LORD” (cf. Psalm 33:4) is the same powerful, Creative word by which the cosmos was created (cf. Genesis 1:3). And Jesus is the Word (cf. John 1:1-3). ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Religion Doesn't Make It Anymore

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 6, 2024
     | 1,124 views

    Study in the journey from religion to relationship.

    When Religion Doesn’t Make It Anymore John 3:1-21 3 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sealed By His Love Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025
     | 106 views

    We are saved by the faith of Jesus and sealed by His love—obedience becomes joy when grace has written love on the heart.

    Scripture Reading > Then I saw another angel ascending from the east, having the seal of the living God. And he cried with a loud voice to the four angels to whom it was given to hurt the earth and the sea, saying, “Hurt not the earth, neither the sea, nor the trees, till we have sealed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Looking Out For These Dads

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 23, 2024
     | 590 views

    A GOOD FATHER IN ONE OF THE MOST UNSUNG, UNPRAISED, UNNOTICED, AND UNAPPRECIATED HEROES IN ALL HUMANITY.

    Opening illustration: THE IDEA FOR CREATING A DAY for children to honor their fathers began in Spokane, Washington. A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd thought of the idea for Father’s Day while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909. Having been raised by her father, after her mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Almsgiving Of Job Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 14, 2023
     | 1,472 views

    Job was a righteous and good man. He was a good steward of what God has given him. He mentioned his deeds of generosity in Job 31:16-23. His concerns for poor, needy, care of the fatherless and vulnerable. Great motivational passage.

    Text: Job 31:16-23 Theme: Almsgiving of Job Illustration: A preacher asked the congregation. What makes a good sermon? They said, “A good sermon should have a good beginning and a good ending, then have the two as closer as possible.” Introduction to the Book of Job: The book of Job has ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Peace On Earth Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 13, 2023
     | 1,805 views

    This is the account of the first Christmas and some observations from the Birth of Jesus Christ that brought peace on the Earth.

    INTRODUCTION This is the account of the first Christmas and some observations from the Birth of Jesus Christ that brought peace on the Earth. 1. THE BIRTH OF JESUS HAPPENED IN A REAL DAY TO BRING PEACE ON THE EARTH Luke 2:11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Call To Discipleship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,021 views

    Explores Jesus' call to Peter and Andrew, their immediate response, and how we can similarly respond to God's call in our lives.

    Good morning, my friends! It's a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're gathered here not just as a congregation, but as a family, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's start off by reading our Scripture passage for today, straight from the ...read more

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,494 views

    This sermon reflects on the birth of Jesus Christ, emphasizing its significance as a beacon of hope, a symbol of grace, and a promise of new beginnings. Key

    Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith. What a joy it is to gather here, in this sacred space, where we can share in the divine fellowship of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to reflect, to rejoice, and to rekindle our faith in the light of God's Word. As we stand on the precipice of a new ...read more

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    Jesus Is The Reason We Celebrate This Season! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,383 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Christ as Heaven's gift to humanity and how we can honor Him through love, healing, salvation, and forgiveness.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather with you, to share in the warmth of fellowship, the strength of community, and the nourishment of God's Word. Today, we're going to spend some time with a passage that is very dear to my heart, and I hope, by the end of our time together, it ...read more

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