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  • Allan Quak avatar

    Christians In The Wild Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 22, 2016
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     | 12,634 views

    By forcing the reader to see what it means to serve Jesus in extreme circumstances, Luke challenges us to consider the depth of our own personal discipleship.

    Message Hard Sayings of Jesus - Luke 9:57-62 “The Truly Committed Don’t Look Back” In America there is a mountainous forest called the “Bridger Wilderness Area”. Let me say that again the Bridger WILDERNESS Area. The idea is to go there and have a genuine wilderness experience. After you visit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Jesus Shows Up He Always Shows Out

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 30, 2017
     | 37,040 views

    Prayer will change things. Prayer will change people. Prayer will change conditions

    Matthew 14:22-31 22And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. 23And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Most Excellent Way

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 23, 2021
     | 2,253 views

    apostle Paul shows us that Love is the Most excellent way to be Christ-like. God's love is unconditional.

    The Most Excellent Way 1 Cor. 13:1-8 Good Morning… My Men’s devotional reading kicks off our time together as he makes a statement worth hearing- deciding what we want seems easy when we are young… I want a beautiful wife, a college degree, I want a good job, I want a child. As these things come ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Creating New Strongholds - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 2, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Most teachings about “strongholds” tend to focus on how it hinders spiritual growth. But strongholds can also be the stabilizing force in spiritual maturity.

    A number of years ago the founder of a well-known Christian organization responded to a question about tithing in his blog. The man asking the question was married with three young children. The family had no savings and about $75,000 in debt. They had been tithing, but said if they stopped ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It's A Process! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 10, 2020
     | 4,855 views

    We are born with them. We are often driven by them. Our emotions can help us and hurt us. The real challenge? Can our emotions help us Make a Difference?

    I'm Mad Pt. 3 - It's a Process I. Introduction We have been talking about how we communicate anger. We could say, "I'm fired up!" I'm steamed. That grinds my gears! I'm grated. I'm triffin'!" The way we say it isn't nearly as important as what we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Have The Outdated Version Of Me

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 22, 2020
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     | 10,575 views

    I'm not the way I used to be, since the Lord has changed me.

    The change that Jesus brought into Paul’s life is one of the most dramatic narratives and radical transformations of a person that has ever been recorded. The record is that Saul whose name would be changed to Paul was born to a prominent Jewish family in Tarsus – the capital of the Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Balaam Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,742 views

    Once upon a time...... A man had a talking donkey.

    August 20, 2022 Israel had been in the desert for nearly 40 years. There had been ups, but mostly there had been downs, due to the people’s persistent whining and rebellion. Recently they had had several military victories and were now camped on the plains of Moab opposite the river Jordan ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    For Fathers

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 10, 2022
     | 2,902 views

    This Sermon is for Fathers. It gives practical AND Spiritual lessons on being a Father. It can be used on Fathers Day or for Parenting Classes. It is also a standard to Pastor a Church by.

    2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen. 1 John 2:13 I write to you, fathers, because you have known Him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young men, because you have overcome the wicked one. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ash Wednesday - A Blessed Path To Restoration

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 18, 2022
     | 3,427 views

    As you begin your Lenten journey, I pray that God would pour out his Holy Spirit upon you, empowering you to take up your cross and follow Jesus. I pray that both the strength and the boldness of Jesus would be yours as others look at you, and see a disciple of Jesus, following by His side.

    The Blessed Path to Restoration Lamentation 3:37-42; 55-58 NLT “Who can command things to happen without the Lord’s permission? Does not the Most High send both calamity and good? Then why should we, mere humans, complain when we are punished for our sins? Instead, let us test and examine our ways. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Furthering Your Faith-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 6, 2024
     | 664 views

    1 of 6. The apostle Peter encouraged the Churches to bolster/strengthen their faith in Christ, in order to provide an abundant entrance to God’s kingdom. God’s people are obligated to further their faith. ?What does ‘Furthering Your Faith’ involve or entail? Furthering Your Faith involves...

    *We ran short of time, so I chose to abruptly end with the elucidation of DUE DILIGENCE DONE[:5a-d](:5-7)--“virtue”(as below).* FURTHERING Your FAITH-I—2Peter 1:5a-d(:5-11) Attention: *For your ‘basic’ small boat: Depending on your particular fishing needs—Fishing the Florida ‘flats’, OR fishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sanctified Speech

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 184 views

    God calls us to be sanctified vessels fit to be used for His greater purposes. One area that we need sanctification is our speech. In a world that thrives on lies and deception, the Lord Jesus challenges us to live a life of integrity and to practice speaking the truth at all times.

    The meditation for today is taken from Joshua 3:5, And Joshua said to the people, "Sanctify yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you." (AFV) There are two phrases that I wish to highlight from the above mentioned verse, the first one being ‘Sanctify yourselves’ and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Comfort And Hope (Condolence Prayer Sermon)

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 18, 2025
     | 480 views

    Death brings sorrow that cuts deep. Your husband and father has left this earth. Yet God walks with you through this valley. His promises bring comfort. His presence brings hope.

    COMFORT AND HOPE Introduction We gather today with heavy hearts. One of our family they lost their beloved husband, father, Brother… The pain feels overwhelming. The house feels empty. The future looks uncertain. Yet we come together not to dwell in darkness but to find light in God's promises. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wildcard That Shook Hell Series

    Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Apr 1, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 678 views

    Jesus—The Ultimate Wild Card" Jesus didn’t just die—He descended, took the keys, and rose in victory. Now, He’s handed that power to us.

    🔥 INTRODUCTION: THE WILD CARD THAT SHOOK HELL There is a moment in the Gospel story—a moment that shifted eternity forever. Not when Jesus turned water into wine. Not when He opened blind eyes. Not even when He calmed the raging storm with three words: “Peace, be still.” As powerful as ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Gifts Of The Magi (Myrrh) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,681 views

    In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part three: Myrrh.

    The Gifts of the Magi (Myrrh) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/24/2017 If you’re just joining us, we’ve spent the last two weeks talking about Christmas presents. Ever since the Magi arrived in Bethlehem bearing gifts for the infant Jesus, Christmas has been a time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Do You Get It?

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2023
     | 1,562 views

    There is nothing that Jesus cannot do. But we can only get the message if we don’t let ourselves be distracted by trivia, and if our relationship with God is healthy.

    One of the reasons people loved to listen to Jesus was that he talked about things they knew about, scenes and events from their everyday lives. But the lives of the people Jesus talked to can seem very far away from our own, sometimes. His illustrations don’t always mean that much to us. What’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed