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  • Gbemisola Fafowora avatar

    We Are To Trust In God

    Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Apr 11, 2020
     | 8,412 views

    God is True and faithful to His promises.

    God is whom He says He is and since we are His children, God will always be a Father to us all. God is a loving Father and God cares for us all in the midst of trouble, failure, sickness, pain, death , turmoil, disease, despair, mourning and all sorts of stress that comes our way God is still LOVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lesson Of The Alabaster Box.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 20, 2019
     | 10,691 views

    There is a something to learn about giving hidden in in the lesson of the Alabaster Box. Two giants that mock God's people are frustration and depressed. Are you in a season of testing? Refuse to fall into the trap of frustration and depression!

    THE BROKEN ALASBATER BOX? TWO GIANTS: FRUSTRATION AND DISCOURAGEMENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (This lesson will be a series.) I HAVE A CANDLE BURNING UP FRONT. I dance with a butterfly (or my hands) around and around the flame. Have you ever sat around a campfire ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    Facing Life's Ups And Downs

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 20, 2024
     | 1,654 views

    Elijah, facing depression, is comforted by the Lord while on the run.

    Facing Life’s Ups and Downs 1 Kings 19:1-18 Good morning, One day in a philosophy class, the professor decided to talk with his students about the emotional extremes people go through. The professor asked the class, “What’s the opposite of sadness?”, and one of the students answered, “Joy”. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    His Satanic Majesty, The Devil

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 24, 2025
     | 556 views

    This sermon will give us greater understanding of the one who wants to drag us to hell, the devil. We will come to know that Satan is the originator of lies, and the deceiver of mankind.

    Don’t let this title have you to believe that I am going to give a glowing report of the devil. No! It is more of a sarcastic title for one whom the bible calls the prince of the air, one who has a short reign to try and destroy as many of you as he can. So, this is my time to give you an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    The Easter Miracle Isn't Found In The Tomb

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 12, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,776 views

    This sermon examines the effect that the empty grave had on the women who first arrived at the tomb on Easter morning.

    April 16, 2006 Mark 16:1-8 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb and they asked each other, “Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "I Am The Resurrection And The Life.” Series

    Contributed by John Walls on Jun 7, 2012
     | 11,914 views

    Giving a greater love for the Lord Jesus

    “I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE.” John 11:25 Message #7 Introduction: Today we are going to continue in our journey in the book of John. I know I have said this before but this is my favorite book in the Bible. It has some much truth within its pages. In this chapter are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doing All Things Well Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 1, 2017
     | 15,619 views

    During His first visit, the people of Decapolis desired Jesus to depart from them. When He returned, they were glad to see Him, and desired healing. They declared: He has done all things well. No doubt our Lord does all things well.

    Doing all Things Well Mark 7: 31-37 In our text today we find Jesus on a journey, making His way from the Gentile cities of Tyre and Sidon to the Sea of Galilee. He had taken a route that brought Him through the region of Decapolis on the east side of Galilee. This is the same region where Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Going Over There? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 765 views

    Explore the themes of trouble, hope, joy, and freedom in the context of Job's suffering, emphasizing that while anxiety and suffering are inevitable, we have the choice not to be imprisoned by them through faith in God.

    Good morning, church family! There's a quote by Max Lucado, that I want to share with you this morning. He once said, "The presence of anxiety is unavoidable, but the prison of anxiety is optional." That, my friends, is where we find ourselves today in the book of Job, chapter 3, verses 17-20. Hear ...read more

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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Where Is God When You Need God?

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,100 views

    There are many times in life when we feel alone and separated from God. The Scriptures, however, assure of of God’s constant presence and steadfast love.

    Psalm 22:1-5, 19-26 “Where Is God When We Need God?” INTRODUCTION One of the qualities of God with which humankind has always struggled is God’s hiddenness. God has certainly revealed himself in the person of Jesus Christ. God’s love, forgiveness, and God’s desire to have a relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Give Hope Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009
     | 9,410 views

    Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

    The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Saturday Is Not The End

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Apr 13, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 5,883 views

    What a horrible Saturday Jesus’ disciples had, not understanding that Sunday, and His resurrection, were just ahead!

    Saturday is not the End April 14, 2001 Saturday can be quite an ‘in between day’ for people. As they live their lives, it’s the day between the end of the five-day working week, and Sunday- the real day off. It’s often the day for errands to be done and for catching up on everything that wasn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Comfort For The Discouraged

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 21, 2000
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,368 views

    An advent sermon which rehearses God’s character, and how that can help us deal with our depression.

    Christmas Comfort for the Discouraged Isaiah 51.1-8 1Hearken to me, ye that follow after righteousness, ye that seek the LORD: look unto the rock whence ye are hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence ye are digged. 2Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bare you: for I called him ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Tim Zingale avatar

    The Discouraged....the Hopeful the Discouraged....the Hopeful

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 7, 2005
    based on 117 ratings
     | 10,350 views

    A sermon for the 5th Sunday in Lent A Raising of Lazarus

    Fifth Sunday in Lent John 11:1- 45 The Discouraged....the Hopeful "Now a certain man was ill, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. It was Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment and wiped his feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was ill. So the sisters sent to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    When Two Worlds Collide

    Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,971 views

    Reminding us of the Christian hope we have as we see how Jesus confronts the death of a young man

    When Two Worlds Collide 17th February 2008 With television cameras rolling a brand new car is propelled down a track into a concrete barrier. Smash! It’s Air bags explode. Crash dummies recoil from the impact. Metal flies! The test is repeated on dozens of new cars. Why this waste of cars? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John- Believe In Jesus And Live!-Part 11- " Stop Doubting And Just Believe" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 31, 2016
     | 5,874 views

    Part 11 of our John believe in Jesus and live series

    John – Believe in Jesus and live! Part 11 “Stop doubting and follow me” John 20:10-31 Fear Fear We all experience fear in our lives And fear Causes doubt Many a time I can remember trying to get a kid on a sheep or a calf They are first are excited Then Fear sets in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist