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The First Short-Term Missions Trip Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012

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Short-term missions is mostly a modern concept, probably because technology and modern transportation makes it easy to do. Even so, it was Jesus who started the practice with his twelve disciples.

Introduction Our missions chairman has made it clear to anyone who gets in earshot of him that he thinks short-term mission trips is one great idea. He likes them because he thinks they are a great means to convert Christians into lifelong missionaries, whether they travel to another land or stay ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:6-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

But By My Spirit

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 6, 2017

based on 9 ratings

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The Kingdom of God is a Kingdom of Power (The HolyGhost is the Power of God) The church may be Principled but do we have Power?

Ezekiel 37:1-10& vs14 Zec 4:6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. *Hand of the Lord upon me: This means taught, led, guided, protected, empowered, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10, Ezekiel 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Final Words (Part 1)

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 26, 2017

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This sermon expounds the first three of the last sayings of Jesus on the cross. The method is exegetical and expository, drawing out the authorial intent and context of the words of Luke, Matthew, and John.

Every year, most Christian churches in the Philippines hold the “Siete Palabras,” or “Seven Sayings” services, stressing the last seven words of Jesus on the cross. I remember every Good Friday back in the 70s, Fellowship Baptist Church of Bacolod would hold a special Seven Sayings service at 2-4 ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, Luke 23:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

Dear Beloved Series

Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 10, 2015

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Letter to the Church at Philadelphia

Dear Beloved Psalm 40:1-3 Isaiah 40:31 Revelation 3:7-13 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Rq_UbSZhHI (Sermon clip) I don’t know about you, but I guess I must receive at least two dozen letters via email every week from some nice person in Nigeria or Angola or Zimbabwe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Sorrow Turned Into Joy

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 8, 2025

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When sorrow feels overwhelming, remember that in Christ, joy is never far away—read "My Sorrow Turned into Joy" and discover the unshakable hope found in His resurrection!

My Sorrow Turned into Joy John 16:16-24 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Imagine being one of Jesus’ disciples and hearing Him say that He would only be with you a little while longer. You can still recall the first time you met Him—the moment He searched your ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Impossible Possible

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jan 24, 2023

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Because of the work of the suffering servant, we don’t have to live empty, barren, unfruitful lives anymore. We can rejoice because we have everything necessary for a dynamic spiritual life and godliness through the true and personal knowledge of the One who called us to Himself.

Now, here we are at the beginning of the year 2023. Even though we have no idea what this year holds for us, I know that God wants us to grow deeper in our relationship with Him and take steps of faith to trust Him for even greater things, to watch Him take seemingly impossible situations and make ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Reliance On The Gospel Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

based on 24 ratings

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The gospel is not only completely true, but also completely sufficient.

My favorite button on the computer is the "undo" button. It’s like a little time machine. Have you ever wished you could turn back the clock - wipe the slate clean and start over? In fact, this is a universal human urge, one that’s reflected in our popular culture. [Examples: ¨ "Back to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

An Uncommon Freedom

Contributed by James May on Apr 19, 2001

based on 257 ratings

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Real freedom is only found in Jesus. Independence Day Sermon.

AN UNCOMMON FREEDOM As you know, this weekend we celebrate the 224th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence that was signed on July 4th, 1776 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 56 men from 15 states laid down their lives, their fortunes, their homes, their honor and the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Day Death Died

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002

based on 29 ratings

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Preached on Easter Sunday, the emphasis is on the results of Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection.

Introduction: Taking a Shortcut Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul is writing to correct false teaching re: the Gospel THE importance of Easter! Purpose Statement: Because of Christ’s death & resurrection… I. Victory of Death is Removed A. Spiritual 1. We are more than physical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-57

Denomination: Baptist

The Serving Prophet

Contributed by Paul Cull on Mar 23, 2005

based on 17 ratings

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The word of the prophet, into the world of the prophet, depends on the walk of the prophet with God

The Serving Prophet Introduction One of the great things about being a parent or a grandparent is being able to read children’s stories. And as you will know, the best children’s stories work on several levels. They have an immediate appeal of course to the children, but on another level, they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What To Do With Sars And Wars

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 8, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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There’s a response for us in the midst of calamities.

WHAT TO DO WITH SARS AND WARS 2Messengers came and told Jehoshaphat, “A vast army from Edom is marching against you from beyond the Dead Sea. …” 3Jehoshaphat was alarmed by this news and sought the LORD for guidance. He also gave orders that everyone throughout Judah should observe a fast. 4So ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:2-12, Matthew 14:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why So Few Miracles In Nazareth

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on May 11, 2006

based on 34 ratings

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Looks at why there were so few miracles in Jesus hometown of Nazareth.

Jesus in His Hometown Jesus had been ministering heavily around the area of the Sea of Galilee and now decides to go back to His home town of Nazareth for a visit. Perhaps He longs for familiar faces and places again after being persued by crowds all the time. Mark tells us about the visit in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing

Contributed by Wincci Yin Chee on May 30, 2006

based on 47 ratings

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I am the vine, you are the branches. If a man remain in me & I in him, he will bear much fruit, apart from me you can do NOTHING.

Sermon Title: Nothing I am the vine, you are the branches. If a man remain in me & I in him, he will bear much fruit, apart from me you can do NOTHING. John 15: 5 Today my sermon title is call “Nothing”!! I’m not going to share nothing, but I’m going to share something powerful regarding this ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Winter In Narnia Series

Contributed by Glen Schlecht on Nov 28, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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Considering what it is like to live life as though it were always winter but never Christmas.

“Winter in Narnia” Mark 13:24-37, Rom.8:18-25, 11-27-05 Sermon #1 of 4 in series “Glimpses of Naria: A Kingdom on the Move” Children’s Message: Over the next 4 weeks, we’re going to be getting ready for Christmas by thinking about a story called, “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,” from the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus: Friend Of Sinners; Peter: Friend Of Jesus

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 1, 2014

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The life of the disciple Peter teaches us much about the amazing, unconditional love that Jesus has for us as sinners that can transform our lives.

JESUS: FRIEND OF SINNERS; PETER: FRIEND OF JESUS INTRO TO SPEAKER: Discuss our road trip to BC and rained-out camping trip with my family. INTRO TO TOPIC: I wrestled all week with a topic for this morning’s message. When I woke up this morning, I asked the Lord, “What do you want me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-20

Denomination: *other

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