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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Gospel & Who We Are Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 23, 2008
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     | 3,780 views

    The Gospel is not about 1) Pleasing People; 2) A Human Centered Message; 3) A Human Devised Message, but a 4) Christ Centered Message.

    Now that the Olympics are wrapping up in Beijing, one of the strangest events took place. International Olympic Commission President Jacques Rogge said that Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt was disrespectful to his rivals. He saw it as a disrespectful display of Ego as Usain won gold in the men’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Jesus' Heart Goes Out To You

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,183 views

    Please know that Jesus is moved by your afflictions. Jesus’ heart goes out to you. Jesus hears your cries and it moves Him.

    Jesus’ Heart Goes Out to You By Greg Johnson April 25, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org In Luke chapter 7 of God’s Word we are told of a woman that is going through the worst affliction of her life. She is a widow and her only son has just died. (Luke 7:11-15 NIV) "Soon afterward, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Live As Children Of Light

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 2, 2008
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     | 14,492 views

    1- Seek to the please the Lord 2- Have nothing to do with darkness 3- Make the most of every opportunity 4- Be filled with the Spirit

    INTRO.- Live as children. ILL.- It was at the end of the school year, and a kindergarten teacher was receiving gifts from her pupils. The florist’s son handed her a gift. She shook it, held it overhead, and said, "I bet I know what it is. Some flowers." "That’s right" the boy said, "but how ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stars Of Heaven Falling (A Brief Observation With Profound Revelation)

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 21, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,867 views

    Sermon Central. This short message produces profound thought in light of recent events in Israel and correlation with Revelation. Please comment with your thoughts.

    STARS FALLING FROM HEAVEN By William Akehurst, HSWC Somewhere on a back country road along the Maryland/Pennsylvania state lines. Friday night, around 10pm, I was traveling down a lonesome country road with a great view of the star studded sky that night. I took notice when in the sky before ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mechanical Religion Or Heartfelt Obedience? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 27, 2014
     | 6,489 views

    The type of worship or religious practice that pleases God comes from a sincere heart and is directly connected to the way we live every day.

    Mechanical Religion or Heartfelt Obedience? Isaiah 58:1-8 with Matthew 6:1-4, 16-23 1. Some of the most successful leaders, politicians, or business persons are some of the worst family members. Workaholics, driven, or impossible people, but they get the work done, and many of them are quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Would Jesus Say To The Gay Community

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 26, 2015
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     | 7,724 views

    What Would Jesus Say to the Gay Community “Please Read “ALL” of This Sermon Before Forming a Judgement”

    What Would Jesus Say to the Gay Community “Please Read “ALL” of This Sermon Before Forming a Judgement” Romans 1:26-27 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature: 27 And likewise ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Thomas The Doubter Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 5, 2019
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     | 11,669 views

    To find out how to overcome our doubts as to what God wants us to do for Him please read this sermon on Apostle Thomas.

    Thomas the Doubter John 11:1-16, 14:1-7, 20:24-29, 21:1-25 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When we walk into a church building and sing the hymns and worship songs, pray, and have conversations concerning our walk with Jesus we try our very best to give the impression ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Have You Seen Jesus

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2013
     | 5,819 views

    We need to have a definite encounter with Jesus to be able to live a life pleasing unto God, and to be a blessing to other people around us.

    Topic: Have You Seen Jesus? Bible Text: Luke 2: 22 - 38 Lesson Aim: Members will • Understand what it means to have seen Jesus. • Identify the requirements or prerequiste of seing Jesus. • Learn of Biblical examples of Men and Women who saw Jesus. Introduction: This topic today is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Wisdom Literature- Depending Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 19, 2019
     | 6,006 views

    God reveals his wisdom to humanity through a variety of creative forms, so we can make decisions in a way that pleases him.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we continue with our series, Binge Reading the Bible. • This series focuses on how God reveals his will and desires for mankind through each specific section of the Bible. • Each genre, including the Pentateuch, Historical Books, Wisdom Literature, the Prophets, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sit, Walk, Stand

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 24, 2019
     | 5,504 views

    If the life of a Christian is to be pleasing to God it must be properly adjusted to him in all things. Based on the book by Watch Nee over the book of Ephesians.

    SIT, WALK, STAND by Watchman Nee INTRODUCTION: If the life of a Christian is to be pleasing to God it must be properly adjusted to him in all things. Too often we place the emphasis in our own lives upon the application of this principle to some single detail of our behavior or of our work for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Shine In Such A Way

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 27, 2022
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     | 1,779 views

    The title ‘YOU ARE THE LIGHT’ sounds good, nice and exciting; however, please make a note, along with that title comes the ‘responsibility’ to ‘shine in such a way’ .....

    RESPONSIBILITY! / SHINE IN SUCH A WAY...... Matthew 5:16 "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven. The title ‘YOU ARE THE LIGHT’ sounds good, nice and exciting; however, please make a note, along with that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blessed Are The Peacemakers Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 22, 2022
     | 1,551 views

    Our "default setting" seems to be to find ways NOT to be at peace. But Jesus tells us that God is pleased when we do.

    Friction points * Ex: [IMAGE of toilet paper rolls up and down] What’s the correct way to install the paper roll in the bathroom? * Silly, but it is an example of a situation where people can get into conflict with one another. * There are a lot more important friction points in life. They are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    The Heart Of Worship

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 28, 2024
     | 1,598 views

    As the heart is critical to the human life cycle, so also is worship essential to pleasing God. What is the state of your heart in the place of worship?

    TEXT: John 4:23-24 "Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” WHAT IS WORSHIP? Worship is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Role Of Truth In The Life Of A Believer

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 17, 2025
     | 62 views

    Truth is not optional in the life of a believer; it is essential. Without truth, a believer cannot stand firm, cannot enjoy freedom, and cannot please God.

    THE ROLE OF TRUTH IN THE LIFE OF A BELIEVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:32 — “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 119:160, John 14:6, Ephesians 6:14, 2 Timothy 2:15, Zechariah 8:16 INTRODUCTION: Truth is the very foundation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr Solomon Idi Mohammed avatar

    Is The War Between Israel And Iran An Indicator Of The End Of Our Age? Series

    Contributed by Dr Solomon Idi Mohammed on Jun 21, 2025
     | 452 views

    Naturally, people ask, “Is this the sign that the end of our age is near?” The Bible has all the answers needed. Following me please.

    02 - EXPOSITORY SERMONS ON END TIMES EVENTS Title: Is the War Between Israel and Iran an Indicator of the End of Our Age? Part One: Understanding Israel in Prophecy Text: Genesis 12:1–3; Ezekiel 37:21–22; Matthew 24:32–34; Romans 11:25–26 Introduction Beloved Church, many headlines today ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God