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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Experience Joy In God’s Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 13, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,558 views

    The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest news ever proclaimed - and it does bring Joy to the World!

    EXPERIENCE JOY IN GOD’S FAITHFULNESS Ezra 1:1-4; 3:10-13 Introduction The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest news ever proclaimed - and it does bring Joy to the World! As Christmas draws nearer, we eagerly await the joyful reminder of that day. In the story of the birth of Christ we do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Light Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 5, 2018
     | 7,649 views

    Lights and Christmas go together like peas and carrots. The message series reflects on the candles of the Advent wreath. The message concerns the Christ candle at the center of the Advent wreath.

    All the Pretty Lights: The Light of Jesus John 1:1 – 14 For our guests, we’ve been talking about all the pretty lights of Christmas here at FUMC, Monroe for the past four weeks. We’ve talked about the lights of Christmas, their origins and meanings, and we’ve lighted a light on the Advent ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Man From Baal Shalishah

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 28, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 14,216 views

    Once upon a time there was story in which the poor and little people teach us about gratitude and generosity.

    “But my dear - the bible is quite clear ‘Do not fear’ - That’s what God says my dear, do not fear’ Eleven years earlier when Judith had fallen in love with and married Reuben, one of the things that had attracted her to Reuben was his faith - that and his stunning good looks. Judith had so admired ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mark Weinstein avatar

    Seperate, But Certainly Not Equal

    Contributed by Mark Weinstein on Feb 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,101 views

    Keeping ourselves as Christians pure against distractions to God's way

    Last Sunday, televised on CBS, was the 56th Annual Grammy Awards. Grammy is, just in case you wondered, short for the complete name, gramophone, the invention that first allowed recorded music to be stored and replayed. Each year, executives in the music industry nominate and select recipients ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Abounding Love

    Contributed by Danny Presswood on Jan 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,384 views

    The Christmas Season is a time for "Abounding Love."

    Well folks, it has officially begun. The Christmas Rush! Like a row of hulking linemen on a professional football team, the season is down and set, poised to plow over us with all its demands, distractions, details, dilemmas, delights and duties. For merchants, it’s a "make-or-break" time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Reality Of Evil In Post Christian America: Be Spiritually Armed"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,891 views

    Sermon Based on Ephesians 6 the Armor of God.... quotes from David Kupelain's book "How Evil Works" concluding with the need for Christians to be defensive and offensive using Paul's descriptive Roman armor.

    In Jesus Holy Name August 26, 2012 Text: Ephesians 6:10-17 Redeemer “The Reality of Evil In Post Christian America” The Need to Be Spiritually Armed Today, we understand the physics of an expanding universe and the mysterious behavior of quarks. We know how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Love The Lord Because...

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 5, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 32,050 views

    Christianity is not a “What’s in it for me?” religion. The Bible views thanks-giving as the sincere overflow of gratitude for all that God has given to us. Thanks-giving is not self-centered; it’s God-centered.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK Text: Psalm 116:1-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ILL. “What can I do for you, Madam?” Abraham Lincoln asked an elderly lady who had been ushered into his office. Placing a covered basket on his desk she said, “Mr. President, I have come today ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be In The Now

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 8, 2018
     | 11,821 views

    It's easy to get sidetracked and let your mind wander. We get focused on things from the past or what's in the future. This can be especially true as we head into the new year. If we're not careful we'll risk losing out on making the most of the moment.

    BE IN THE NOW INTRODUCTION: Be Here Now is a book published in 1971 by Ram Dass on Hindu spirituality and yoga. I've never read the book and don't subscribe to Hinduism but the principle of the phrase itself is a valid one. Be here now communicates the importance of keeping your focus on what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church Of Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 8, 2020
     | 6,033 views

    Work for the Church does not please Jesus unless we maintain our original motivation

    Letter to the Church in Ephesus Introduction: I rarely dip into the Book of Revelation to preach because it is so difficult to understand and needs a lot of background to get a full picture of what John is saying. But today I sensed the Lord telling me that I should change my strategy and take ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    God's Name Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 28, 2017
     | 9,057 views

    Take up the name of the Lord, and then bear that name proudly. Honor that name by what you SAY and DO.

    Several years ago (1997), a 14-year-old student, Nathan Zohner, circulated a petition to ban the use of dihydrogen monoxide. According to Zohner, dihydrogen monoxide “may cause severe burns, accelerates the corrosion and rusting of many metals, and has been found in the excised tumors of terminal ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Troy Borst avatar

    Christmas Focus In Matthew: Herod Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 12, 2015
     | 6,601 views

    We have also talked about the real historical King Herod who tried to kill the baby Jesus when He was born. Some people hate Jesus. Some people hate Christmas. Are there people today who hate Christmas? Are there people today who hate Jesus? As we mo

    CHRISTMAS FOCUS IN MATTHEW: HEROD MATTHEW 2:1-18 INTRODUCTION… “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” [video clip] [2:03] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27I3AN0XwP8 I. THE GRINCH WHO STOLE CHRISTMAS The song you just heard is based on Dr Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joe Harding avatar

    Jesus: Believe Him Or Not?

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 4, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,447 views

    Jesus must be accepted or rejected, there is no middle ground!

    JESUS: BELIEVE HIM OR NOT? JOHN 10:22-42 AUGUST 5, 2001 INTRODUCTION: A fool is not necessarily stupid he just doesn’t recognize the obvious. Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal they lay down for the night, and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Get Joy For Christmas

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,570 views

    I. Receiving Joy II. Releasing Joy

    ConsumerReports.org Americans' top holiday dreads—being nice makes the list Nov 29, 2011 12:00 PM Crowds and long lines of shoppers are by far what people dread most about this time of year. But more surprisingly, 35 million Americans actually despise "having to be nice" during the holidays, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother’s Day History

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
     | 6,366 views

    Mother’s Day History.....This is just a short study, fact or fiction, you decide...

    Mother’s Day History Matthew 12:48 (KJV) 48 But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren? The clearest modern precedent for Mother’s Day is the early Christian festival known as “Mothering Sunday.” This celebration fell on ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    "Labour Day”

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 387 views

    I would like to point out three (3) things about labour that the Lord spoke of:

    “Labour Day” Matthew 11:28-29 8-31-2025 Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist