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  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Wind The Clock Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 15, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 838 views

    As we reflect on the gift of time, today's message challenges us to "wind the clock" by aligning our hearts with God's eternal purpose—living each moment with faith, perseverance, and an awareness that our time is best redeemed in obedience to Him.

    Wind the Clock Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Time is a gift that each of us experiences differently. The historian David McCullough once observed, “The digital watch is a perfect symbol of an imbalance in outlook in our day.” His words capture the tension we often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember The Stones

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025
     | 183 views

    Remembering God’s past faithfulness anchors our present trust; every stone of memory becomes a living testimony of enduring faith in Him.

    Introduction – Like a Rock Years ago, Bob Seger wrote a song called “Like a Rock.” It wasn’t meant to be a hymn, but if you listen with spiritual ears, you can hear one hiding inside. He sings: > “Like a rock, standing arrow-straight, Like a rock, charging from the gate, Like a rock, the sun ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Love Is Kind

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 28, 2025
     | 308 views

    Our society is filled with things like road rage, revenge hit lists, and senseless shootings. Can we really make a difference in our society? The answer is yes, and the difference that we can make begins with being examples of simple Christian kindness.

    Alba 10-12-2025 LOVE IS KIND I Corinthians 13:4 Some years ago the “Dear Abby” column printed this letter: “Dear Abby, My mother used to be very critical of other family members, but always behind their backs. Any relative who visited her had to listen to endless bad mouthing of 'what's ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Awaken To The Times

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,324 views

    Though the world may persecute us, and evil may seem to prevail, we must still work for Christ. The Church must shine for Him. We must preach and demonstrate the gospel, for without us, how will the world know Christ?

    Opening illustration: All of us are slaves to time. We wear wristwatches or have timers on our smart phones to keep us on schedule. We have digital clocks in our car and alarm clocks on our nightstands. Lots of people keep a Day-Timer nearby so they can keep track of their appointments and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Turned Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 11, 2025
     | 513 views

    Once we have turned to God in repentance, how do we stay turned?

    Turned Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Turn / Repentance / Colossians 3:1–7 Once we have turned to God in repentance, how do we stay turned? INTRODUCTION OPENING TITLE SLIDE • Today we conclude our series entitled “Turn,” which has focused on the heart of repentance. • In the conclusion today, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    While Jesus Is Away

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jul 30, 2025
     | 483 views

    This sermon will give you the opportunity to decide which place you will spend your eternal life...heaven or hell.

    “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Covenant Of Kindness Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Oct 21, 2024
     | 697 views

    What Tamarisk trees are you planting today - what will your legacy be? What are we doing to prepare and equip the next generation practically and spiritually to face life ... long after you and I are gone?

    Last week, we were in the first part of Genesis 21 where Sarah gave birth to Isaac, 25 years after she and Abraham first received this promise from God. Though we sometimes have to wait for what seems like a long time to see a promise from God fulfilled, He is never too late, never too early - He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heeding God's Call

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Dec 30, 2024
     | 1,137 views

    Here is something that I am going to discuss today, Deterrence of Satanic Snares, and it reminds us that we live in a world that is often contrary to the ways of God.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as a community, bound by the love and grace of our Savior. A community that knows the joy of His love, the strength of His grace, and the power of His word. We are here to grow together, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    # 4 - Letter To The Church At Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on May 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 448 views

    This is a sermon on the letter to Church at Thyatira

    Letter # 4 – Letter to the Church at Thyatira Revelation 2:18 - “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write, ‘These things says the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and His feet like fine brass:’” Son of God As Jesus commences His letter to the Church at Thyatira, He introduces ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How Faith Comes PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 810 views

    This sermon explores the role of God's Word in nurturing faith, the pitfalls of faithlessness, and how faith fulfills God's pleasure.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather in unity and love to seek God's wisdom and understanding. It is indeed a joy to be in your presence, and I trust that you feel the same. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the invisible ...read more

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    The Living Water PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 830 views

    This sermon explores how true satisfaction, sustenance, and salvation can only be found in Jesus Christ, the living water that quenches our deepest spiritual thirst.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to be here with you all, sharing in the warmth of fellowship and the anticipation of what the Lord has in store for us today. We find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform our lives and deepen ...read more

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    Focused Leader: A Lesson From Nehemiah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,028 views

    This sermon encourages steadfast faith and dependence on God, using Nehemiah's perseverance amidst adversity as an example of showcasing God's glory.

    Welcome, beloved friends. I am grateful to God for gathering us once again in His house, to fellowship, to learn, and to grow in His grace. We are here to drink deeply from the well of God's wisdom, to bask in His love, and to find our strength in His might. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to ...read more

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    Got Contentment? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 11, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,096 views

    This sermon explores trusting God in difficult times, understanding His love, responding to persecution, and learning contentment in all circumstances through Christ's strength.

    Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where we come to meet with our Lord, to seek His face, to hear His voice. We are here to lean in, to listen and to learn from His holy Word. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds to the letter of the ...read more

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    One Mind, One Voice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 903 views

    Explores how to emulate Christ's acceptance of us by fostering unity, love, and humility in our interactions with one another.

    Beloved, I invite you to join me today as we stand on the precipice of a grand vista, a panorama of truth that stretches far and wide, as we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Romans. Just as the sun peeks over the horizon, casting its first light on the day, we too are about to illuminate ...read more

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    No Room PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,200 views

    Encourages believers to harbor hope, harness God's love, and honor Him through actions, even amidst life's adversities, guided by Christ's humble beginnings.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. We're here to share in the word of the Lord, to find solace in His teachings, and to fortify our faith in the face of life's trials and tribulations. ...read more

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