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  • Mike McGuire avatar

    From Small Beginnings Series

    Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 6, 2016
     | 7,206 views

    A sermon showing how a church can start small and grow from there.

    Introduction: Look at this picture of these two kids. See the difference in their sizes. It is hard to believe that just two years ago the one on the left was the size of the one on the right. Little by little they grow, so little that it is hardly noticeable from day to day. The day after Hannah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worshipping In A Time Of Crisis - The Christians Response.

    Contributed by Reginald Knight on Mar 21, 2021
     | 1,836 views

    The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a barrage of unknowns – making it impossible for any of us to predict exactly what will happen next

    Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany( 2021) Year B. By. Rev. Reginald Knight For the past few Sundays we have met together through this medium, in compliance with the directives by our authorities and our Diocesan respectively. Yes, we as a church are feeling a certain degree of displacement. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Paul's Thorny Trial - Was It Sickness Or?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 16, 2021
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     | 4,780 views

    The issue of the Apostle Paul's thorn-in-the-flesh has been hotly debated for centuries.

    "And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure" (2 Cor 12:7 NKJV) Some have held that this "thorn" was an eye disease that God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Principles And Patterns Of Submission: Following The Example Of Christ Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
     | 3,419 views

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land Principles and Patterns of Submission: Following the Example of Christ

    Living on Mission in a Foreign Land Principles and Patterns of Submission: Following the Example of Christ 1 Peter 2:18-25 David Taylor We are in our second mini-series in 1 Peter, “Living on Mission in a Foreign Land,” from 1 Peter 2.11-4.11, where Peter demonstrates that the way we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Battling Our Adversary Together: A Primer On Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014
     | 5,508 views

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Battling Our Adversary Together: A Primer on Spiritual Warfare

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Battling Our Adversary Together: A Primer on Spiritual Warfare 1 Peter 5:8-11 David Taylor We have a couple of weeks left in our last mini-series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” where Peter describes a life of discipleship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Promise And The Power Of Spiritual Transformation Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 7,622 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation Philipians 2:12-18 David Taylor Main idea: Spiritual transformation is the work of God changing our desires or appetites and empowering our wills to change. The result is that we reflect the light of Christ to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wait

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 11, 2012
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     | 19,041 views

    Patience is a virtue, possesses it if you can. Found seldom in a woman, but never in a man.

    Hunters wait for the kill Pregnant women wait 9 months for the birth Husbands wait on their wives while they shop Kids who have been bad wait on their dad to get home Teenagers can hardly wait until they can drive Somebody estimates most of us spend from 45-62 minutes waiting on something every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rethink Religion

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 1, 2021
     | 1,306 views

    When we say "religion" what do we really mean?

    Rethink Religion Walk in Wisdom / James 1:17–27   • When we say “religion” what do we really mean? • Bible dictionary calls it Religion: “A relationship of devotion or fear of God or gods.” • Various types of conduct or ritual practices are included in that concept. • Those rather scholarly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A God Who Hears: The Power Of Prayer And Love In Psalm 116 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,713 views

    Psalm 116:1-2 is a beautiful expression of the psalmist’s personal experience with God’s love and attentive ear. These verses reflect a deep and intimate relationship with God, filled with gratitude and confidence in God.

    A God Who Hears: The Power of Prayer and Love in Psalm 116 Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2 (NLT) Introduction: Today, we will explore Psalm 116:1-2, a beautiful expression of the psalmist’s personal experience with God’s love and attentive ear. These verses reflect a deep and intimate relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Loving God Is The Foundation Of The Christian Life And A Lifelong Journey Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 21, 2024
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     | 1,251 views

    Loving God is the foundation of the Christian life, and it goes far beyond a fleeting emotion or a passing affection. To love God means to treasure Him above all things, to align our hearts with His will, and to live in a way that reflects our deep commitment and devotion to Him.

    Loving God is the foundation of the Christian life and a lifelong journey Loving God is the foundation of the Christian life, and it goes far beyond a fleeting emotion or a passing affection. To love God means to treasure Him above all things, to align our hearts with His will, and to live in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hurricane Compassion

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 5, 2024
     | 560 views

    We all experience a “storm of tumult” during our lives. And when other’s experience Hurricane like violence We need to understand our relationship to others when they are suffering

    Introduction: Today we explore a powerful metaphor that resonates deeply within our hearts and communities: Hurricane Compassion. While there isn't a direct biblical term for "hurricane," the Hebrew word (su'ah) can refer to a storm or tumult, capturing the essence of violent ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Prayer Of The Righteous Availeth Much

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 14, 2024
     | 1,485 views

    This sermon talks about what it means to be righteous, the nature of fervent prayer, and how such prayer can bring about significant change in our lives and the world.

    Beloved, we gather today to reflect on the profound truth found in the book of James 5:16, which states, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." The verse, though simple in its wording, carries an immense weight of spiritual significance. It reveals the power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Auch Jr avatar

    A Call To Stand: Voting For Righteousness And Defending Truth Series

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 23, 2025
     | 258 views

    We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. We are not called to sit on the sidelines. We are called to stand in the gap, to be the salt and light in a dark world, and to fight for righteousness.

    A Call to Stand: Voting for Righteousness and Defending Truth Key Texts: Proverbs 14:34, Isaiah 1:17, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Role Of The Holy Spirit In The Redemption

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 8, 2025
     | 716 views

    The work of the Holy Spirit is indispensable in the redemptive plan of God. He brings to life all that Jesus accomplished on the cross and makes it real in the lives of believers.

    THE ROLE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE REDEMPTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Titus 3:5-6 "Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; which He shed on us abundantly through Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Murder Or Mercy: The Death Of Potential

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Apr 18, 2025
     | 232 views

    Because of the deep place murder holds in the heart, most of the time we tend to even ignoring God’s forewarnings.

    “Murder or Mercy” The death of potential I find the simplicity of this statement striking, especially in how it contrasts murder and mercy. Today we are focusing on the contrast between personal choices and God’s mercy. We will also be connecting this idea to how people often take their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God