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  • Rich Hadley avatar

    Dear Editor: Someone Is Trying To Pull The Wool Over Your Eyes

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Oct 14, 2002
    based on 117 ratings
     | 7,997 views

    Abundant life comes through Jesus alone. Jesus’ way is the way of sacrifice and service.

    John 10:1 "I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Ensuring A Future For The Faith Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2015
     | 4,890 views

    Examining the responsibility to seek out and prepare faithful men who will advance the Faith in days to come.

    “You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.” [1] Apostolic succession ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    He Is Able Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 28, 2015
     | 11,666 views

    In the darkest times, God is prepared to accomplish great things to the praise of His glory. He is able.

    “I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me.” [1] Unapologetically, the message today is meant for Christians—followers of Christ the Lord. This is appropriate since the text was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    God's Got This Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 18, 2023
     | 2,137 views

    In the troubles we have in life, God is there making a way when there seems to be no way.

    God’s Got This Text: Acts 7:9-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: God spared Joseph’s life, and through these adverse circumstances, that are recorded in our text, God is oversaw his safety. This is the sovereign purpose of God at work. The Midianites and the Ishmaelites only saw Joseph as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Jesus Paradox Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015
     | 4,794 views

    Jesus shows us the way to please God ... for Jesus the way up was down!

    Title: The Jesus Paradox Text: Philippians 2:5-11 (Mark 11:1-11) Thesis: Jesus shows us the way to pleasing God. For Jesus the way up was down! Introduction A paradox is something that is contrary to expectations, existing beliefs or perceived opinions. It is a statement that appears to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    John Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 22, 2021
     | 3,876 views

    The Deity of Jesus ---- The Great I AM

    October 23, 2021 Today the book of John. Once again, the author of the book is not identified within the text. Early church tradition identifies John, “the beloved disciple” as the author and it is widely believed that it was the final book of the New Testament to be written = between 95-100 AD ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Panicked? Impatient? Christ Is In Control.

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 5,190 views

    Jesus shows us that when things don’t go our way, and panic and impatience grips our heart,that He is still in control.

    THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT TEXT: MATTHEW 11:2-11 SERMON TITLE: Panicked? Impatient? Christ is in Control. Two of our readings this morning surround us with the call to be patient! In Matthew, the patience that is referred to is one that surrounds life issues. In James, the patience that is referred ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Partnering On The Journey

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 14, 2007
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     | 3,021 views

    The earlier followers of Jesus were known simply as “followers of The Way.” The way of Jesus is a way of peace, a way of mercy, and a way of grace. Christianity is more than simply an ethic or a philosophy. The early disciples lived together and broke

    Introduction The loaded station wagon pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • James May avatar

    Walking The Straight & Narrow

    Contributed by James May on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 14,895 views

    There is a way that seems right to man but is that way the straight and narrow way? Without holiness no man shall see the Lord.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Creating An Updraft Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 8, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 8,922 views

    There’s a right way and a wrong way to "do" church. The right way is the one that takes the most work.

    A woman once told about her good friend and fellow parishioner who had just bought a house that was between the preacher’s house and that owned by the chairman of the deacons. I teased her a bit. "Now you must really walk the straight and narrow," I said. "On the contrary," she replied. "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wicked And The Righteous Are Compared

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,047 views

    Pentecost 2(C) - The ways of the wicked and the ways of the righteous are compared. The ways of the wicked do not endure. The righteous are blessed.

    THE WICKED AND THE RIGHTEOUS ARE COMPARED (Outline) June 14, 2009 -- PENTECOST 2 -- Psalm 1:1-6 INTRO: Psalm 1 clearly compares the believer and unbeliever. There can arise a problem in respect to comparisons. It can be called: “Compare and despair”. This happens almost daily. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chad Reister avatar

    Do You Know...? Series

    Contributed by Chad Reister on Nov 21, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,855 views

    just as the pilgrims needed a way for freedom of religion we need a way to heaven.

    Do You Know…? Three weeks ago I told you that I was going to do sermons on the thanksgiving because of the time of year it is and next month we are going to do sermons on Christmas because of the time of the year it is going to be so today will be our last sermon before thanksgiving and it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come And Go!

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 6, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,750 views

    This is a message on bringing all your hurt and pain to Jesus; it was originally preached in preparation for Holy Communion.

    COME AND GO!--MARK 7:24-30 --by R. David Reynolds I do not know for certain who this Syrophoenician woman was, but somehow I picture her as a single parent with a real problem. Her encounter with Jesus is told here by Mark and by Matthew in Chapter fifteen of his Gospel. The fact that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    Jesus' Transfiguration Is Revealing

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 7, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,108 views

    TRANSFIGURATION(B) - Jesus’ transfiguration is revealing as Jesus reveals divine glory and as Jesus prepares for sacrifice.

    JESUS’ TRANSFIGURATION IS REVEALING (Outline) MARK 9:2-9 - February 6, 2005 - TRANSFIGURATION INTRO: People often take note of the seasons that change. The signs can be very obvious. This past week provided days that seemed like spring. But a sudden snowstorm reminds us that we are still ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ministerial Resource No.3_ Practical Instructions For Water Baptism Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,528 views

    A practical help sheet used to prepare believers for Water Baptism by Immersion. Includes the Baptism Formula.

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed by this document, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you merely ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic