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  • Michael Blankenship avatar

    Deliver Us From Evil

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 4,130 views

    The need to love each other amidst the present day of evil and despair.

    Sunday Am 10/15/00 Matthew 6:13 " Deliver us from Evil." With the events of the past week, and the disruptive events in the Middle East; can we say that evil does not exist? We live in a day where men bomb abortion clinics and are applauded as hereos. Where individuals are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Story- Chapter 27 Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,370 views

    Our lives can move from the Saturday despair to the Sunday delight!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we enter into the 27th chapter of The Story, we are going to touch on chapter 26 also because I would like for us to look at three days of Jesus’ life. • Friday, which was the day of the crucifixion, Saturday which was a day in which Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Christmas Gifts That Won't Break: The Gift Of Hope"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 23, 2015
     | 8,741 views

    A sermon about putting your hope in Christ, despite the temptation to despair.

    "The Gift of Hope" Matthew 1:18-21 As an adult, there are a lot of things I like about Christmas. I like the lights on the houses and trees. I like some of the Christmas music played on radio stations and in department stores--though, I must say I do get tired of it. What I like most about ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Love Brings Hope Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,732 views

    Certainly the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ should give us hope. A two part series for Easter that looks at the importance of hope in our walk with God.

    Our Hope in God Pt 2 Love Brings Hope Welcome- Beautiful Resurrection Morning! Thank City of Indialantic, Team COTR, etc. I want to thank God- not just for this beautiful day, but for His Son-Jesus Christ-who was raised from-dead three days after his death on the cross. Jesus Christ- through ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Hope On Empty Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 28, 2010
     | 4,352 views

    Certainly the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ should give us hope. A two part series for Easter that looks at the importance of hope in our walk with God.

    Our Hope in God Pt 1 Hope on Empty Introduction As we enter the Easter season- talk about hope. Certainly- resurrection of Christ- should bring us hope. 1 Cor 15:20-26 Jesus came to give us life- eternal, abundant life. Abundant- beyond, superior, over and above, more than necessary. Because ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Beware Of False Teachers Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 7, 2014
    based on 10 ratings
     | 31,820 views

    A sermon examining the importance of guarding against false teachers.

    BEWARE OF FALSE TEACHERS II Peter 2:1-9 In the Sermon on the Mount, the Lord Jesus issued a sobering warning that applies as much today as it did back then, He said: “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.” - Matthew 7:15. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Lost Sheep And Lost Coin

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 11, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,289 views

    no matter who we feel, we are never lost from the love of God

    Luke 15:1-10 You will have noticed that we have been hearing a lot of parables in the last couple months. We are currently reading from The Gospel According to Luke, and parables are one of Jesus' favorite means of teaching. Today, we again have a parable that is really two parables, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Cries Of Desperation

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021
     | 3,318 views

    This was a funeral message for a young man who in a moment of desperation and hopelessness took his own life.

    MESSAGE: “THE CRIES OF DESPERATION” -- Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: When death occurs in what we consider to be an untimely manner it is always harder for us to deal with. It was only last September we gathered here in sorrow and heavy hearts at the passing of ___. aa.) Today is even more ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Weep As Those Without Hope (Funeral Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 783 views

    As believers, our grief is marked by a hope that transcends the sorrow we feel in this moment.

    DO NOT WEEP AS THOSE WITHOUT HOPE (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:13 (KJV) But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. INTRODUCTION: Death often brings ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Under The Sun Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 19, 2023
     | 3,081 views

    If you want to find any significance in an otherwise insignificant life, look above the sun.

    The movie Antz begins with an ant named Z talking to his therapist. Take a look. (Show Antz (1998)—You Are Insignificant scene). All my life I've lived and worked in the big city…. I always tell myself there has got to be something better out there. Maybe I, maybe I think too much. I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    God's Sovereign Support In Dark Times (1 Samuel 21:10-15)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 27, 2024
     | 1,178 views

    David, the hero of Israel and God's chosen vessel to be the next king, came to a point in his life where all he had gained was now lost and forgotten. He hit rock bottom, yet God used this to show David that he needed to rely only on Him for support and strength.

    "David arose and fled that day from before Saul and went to Achish the king of Gath. The servants of Achish said to him, 'Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another, saying, 'Saul has slain his thousands and David his ten thousand?' Now David ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    He Lives Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,754 views

    The women encountered a living Jesus and seeing Jesus changed their lives from giref and despair to hope.

    John 20:1-18 “He Lives” INTRODUCTION During the first three days of July in 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg raged. An argument could be made that that battle had a significant effect on the outcome of the war and ultimately on our lives. Still, having occurred over 140 years ago the battle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Don Aldrich Tamayo avatar

    Title: Overcoming Worries And Temptations: Trusting In God's Plan Series

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 23, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,532 views

    Life can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to succumb to fear and doubt. But take heart, for in the midst of our anxieties, God offers us a divine antidote—a steadfast trust in His perfect plan.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today I want to address the common struggles we face with worries and temptations. Life can often feel overwhelming, and it's easy to succumb to fear and doubt. But take heart, for in the midst of our anxieties, God offers us a divine antidote—a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    In The Midst Of Our Struggles

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019
     | 7,117 views

    Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

    In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Midst Of Our Struggles

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019
     | 7,521 views

    Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

    In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist