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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    What's The Gospel All About? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 28, 2013
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    This message examines Paul's view of the Gospel message.

    Have you forgotten something this week? Would you agree with this statement, “Human beings are quite forgetful?” Consider these words from William Doane’s classic hymn: “Tell me the story often, for I forget so soon.” One early childhood educator puts it this way: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How People Change

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
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     | 4,641 views

    With scriptural direction and focus and follow through people can change.

    HOW PEOPLE CHANGE 1 2Co 5:18 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled (state of agreement in deeds and goals) us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation Reconciled - kat-al-las'-so to change mutually, to establish a close relationship, to settle or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Alien Communication - Aliens - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 1, 2012
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     | 4,105 views

    Odd . . . different . . . we believe They are among us! Learn to spot them!Communicate with them!

    Aliens Pt. 3 – Alien Communication Aliens. Extraterrestrials. Green skinned, one eyed, antenna adorned, space hopping creatures spying on us! We are intrigued by the question, "Are we alone in this universe." We established in week 1 that we believe in Aliens. In fact, the truth be told, we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Remember": The International Day Of Prayer For The Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 12, 2012
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    The sermon was originally preached by Rev. Steven Simala Grant of Laurier Heights Baptist Church (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada); I have added a point and tweaked others to make it work in my parish.

    “REMEMBER”: A SERMON FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH HEBREWS 13:3 Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering. (Hebrews 13:3) Remember my chains. Grace be with you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Path To Victory Pt 1 Abraham Series

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 2, 2025
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    Abraham is a foundational figure in the Bible, known for his faith and obedience to God. However, like all human beings, he had moments of moral and character failure. These failures are significant because they highlight his humanity and God’s grace in working through flawed individuals.

    The Path to Victory Pt 1 Abraham Key Character: Abraham, in the next 2 weeks we will also look at Moses, and King David Main Theme: Obedience to God’s call leads to victory, and our feelings of inadequacy are proof that we must rely on Him. The Call to Obedience “Have you ever assembled ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Deliverance Moment: Keys To Answered Prayers

    Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Jun 8, 2022
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     | 1,751 views

    When you pray the will of God the earth and heaven come into alignment that's when things began to happen.

    When Heaven and Earth Align: The Power of Praying God’s Will 1. The Misunderstanding About Prayer We’ve heard it so often it’s practically branded into Christian culture: “Prayer changes things.” But if we’re being honest—and we should be when we speak of the things of God—that statement is only ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Hagar Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 21, 2022
     | 5,805 views

    After Hagar becomes pregnant, Sarah treats her harshly, and eventually, Hagar flees from her mistress into the wilderness, where God's messenger speaks to her.

    Hagar In Brief This practice of surrogacya can be found in several ancient Near Eastern texts. Hagar is Sarah's Egyptian slave woman whom Sarah gives Abraham as a secondary wife and would bear a child for him. After Hagar becomes pregnant, Sarah treats her harshly, and eventually, Hagar flees ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have You Forgotten Who God Is

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 25, 2025
     | 472 views

    God poses questions to help His people remember and trust Him. He redirected them from their wrong thoughts about Him and their situation, to His unchanging character and trustworthiness.

    Isaiah 40:25-31 Have You Forgotten Who God Is? Introduction: • Prophet Isaiah was speaking to the people of Israel in exile – a people who feel forgotten and abandoned. • In their suffering, the people questioned God’s goodness. They felt that God was blind to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Go! And… Read Scripture Like Jesus: 8 Rules Of Basic Bible Interpretation For The Christian Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 7, 2025
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     | 133 views

    Jesus, the Son of God, the eternal Word made flesh, was also a Jewish rabbi. He read the Scriptures—not just as ink on parchment—but as the living Word of His Father, with reverence, understanding, and divine insight.

    Go! And… Read Scripture Like Jesus: 8 Rules of Basic Bible Interpretation for the Christian INTRODUCTION: “Do You Read the Bible Like Jesus Did?” Let me begin with a question that might sound simple, but it’s deeply profound: How did Jesus read the Scriptures? Think about it: Jesus, the Son of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Fountain And The Broken Cisterns

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025
     | 221 views

    This sermon is a passionate call based on Jeremiah 2:13 to abandon the exhausting pursuit of fulfillment in the world's "broken cisterns" and return to God, the true "fountain of living waters" who alone can quench our deepest spiritual thirst.

    Introduction: The Scandal of Thirst Before we open God’s Word, I want you to imagine the land where Jeremiah lived. It was a dry, sun-scorched land. Water was not a convenience you got from a tap; water was life itself. A family’s wealth, their survival, depended on access to a well, a stream, or a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trust In God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,896 views

    The main point of this sermon is to encourage us to trust in God's wisdom, strength, and guidance, especially during challenging times, as He is always with us and cares for us.

    Hey everyone, I’m excited to share today’s sermon with you. It's about those three things we all need to navigate life's rough waters - Trust in God's Wisdom, Trust in God's Strength, and Trust in God's Guidance. From the Book of Proverbs (3:5) we read, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and ...read more

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    Let God Direct Your Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,300 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of allowing God to guide our hearts, trusting in His direction, and aligning our hearts with His will.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to explore a passage from 2 Thessalonians 3:5, which says, "May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance." This Scripture speaks volumes about the importance of allowing God to guide our hearts, learning to follow His lead, and ...read more

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    The Wise Woman PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 3,763 views

    This sermon aims to explore the wisdom and essential role of women in building God-centered families, as highlighted in Proverbs 14:1, and how each of us can acquire and live out this wisdom in our daily lives.

    Good morning, Church family. Today, we're going to dive into the heart of Proverbs 14:1 to explore the wisdom and essential role of women in our God-centered families. This isn't just about recognizing the value of women but also about understanding how each of us can acquire and live out wisdom in ...read more

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    Comforting Words Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,726 views

    To provide comfort and understanding in times of grief and loss, emphasizing the promise of eternal life through belief in Jesus.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. How great it is to be gathered here, surrounded by a family of faith, in both bright days and dark hours. Today, we're diving into one of those challenging topics that touches every one of us at some point in our journey - bereavement, grief, loss. It's tough, ...read more

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    Can God Save America? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 563 views

    To explore the depth of God's love, its relevance to America, and our Christian responsibility to extend this love to the less fortunate in our society.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we are going to dive into one of the most well-known verses in the Bible, John 3:16, and explore its relevance to our great nation, America. We'll be discussing God's immense love for us, the power of our faith, and our calling as Christians to aid the less ...read more

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