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  • Larry Semore avatar

    Cave Time

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017
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     | 11,812 views

    There are times of seclusion and introspection necessary before the next chapter can be written

    Cave Time Word of Life – January 29th, 2012 Intro: About 10 years ago, I was attending a meeting where a highly anointed Prophet was ministering. At the conclusion of the service he called me out and began to prophecy over me. In this Word from the Lord, several things were said to me that were ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus' Wondrous Love: Maundy Thursday 2017

    Contributed by Kevin Haug on Apr 14, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,070 views

    The new command is fulfilled by Jesus on the cross thereby changing our hearts so that we can then love one another as He first loved us.

    Grace to you and peace from God the Father and from our risen Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Better Banking Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 30, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,612 views

    There’s the “bank of earth" and there’s the bank of heaven, and the one in heaven gives a far better rate of interest. But what's wrong with "banking" my wealth on earth?

    A man told of buying his 7-year-old daughter a game called “The Game of Life”. It was the SpongeBob SquarePants version of The Game of Life and his daughter thought it was very cool. His daughter Tabitha thought the person who got to the end of the game first was the winner. But that wasn’t what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Third Commandment (3 Of 12)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022
     | 2,096 views

    The Jews of old usually gave their children names that had meaning. Today we give our children names and have no idea what they mean, we go more by how they sound. Some do not even go by sound.

    Illus: In Connecticut four ministers were named Wright none of them were related. To avoid confusion: • One was referred to as: “Minister Upright". • Another was referred to as, “Minister Downright”. • And another was referred to as, “Minister Outright.” • And the fourth was referred to as, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Comfort In God's Control

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 9, 2022
     | 1,827 views

    Mothers often need a break from the cleaning, cooking, laundry. There is a lot to do to keep a house and home under control. Things can go haywire quickly, and not just for mothers. But no matter who you are, you can find comfort in trusting in God's ultimate control.

    Alba 5-8-2022 Finding Comfort in God's Control Genesis 38:27-30 A man came home from work and found his three children outside, still in their pajamas, playing in the mud. The door of his wife's car was open, as was the front door to the house and there was no sign of the dog. Going ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Setbacks May Prepare Us For Comebacks.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 16, 2023
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    WHY? WHY? THE ADVERSITY YOU FACE TODAY COULD BE A COME BACK TO THE SET BACK . Do you think you are the only one that ever failed?

    THIS SETBACK IS PREPARING US FOR A COME BACK! DO YOU THINK YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE THAT FAILED? WHY? WHY? THORNS? BAGGAGE? I HAVE FALLEN AND I CAN’T GET UP. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (SEVERAL PART LESSON) THIS LESSON IS GOING TO WORK ON THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    1 Peter 1:22-2:8 Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Jun 22, 2023
     | 1,500 views

    Since we've been saved by the enduring word of God, we're now required to live a life that reflects the life of Jesus who is also our chief cornerstone in a spiritual house where we are living stones.

    For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/88Y4oixNriA For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/2JkU0luk7HGtlmpWBlpC70?si=4f3e5b9936ac4a9d 1 Peter 1:22-25 22 Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Parable Of The Sheep & The Goats: The Final Judgment Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 8, 2022
     | 2,098 views

    His German name was Karl der Grosse. At age twenty-nine, he was crowned the ruler of a tiny kingdom in what is now modern-day France. Few people at his coronation thought that King Karl would one day reshape the map of Europe.

    “His German name was Karl der Grosse. At age twenty-nine, he was crowned the ruler of a tiny kingdom in what is now modern-day France. Few people at his coronation thought that King Karl would one day reshape the map of Europe. At the time of Karl’s ascension in 771, Europe was a collection of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    08. The Salt And Light Of The World (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 18, 2023
     | 1,411 views

    What does it mean for Jesus to call us the light of the world?

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org On this Resurrection Sunday we are celebrating the glorious defeat of death and our eternal suffering by the Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his death on the Cross and his defeat over death through his resurrection ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Ride On To Die, So We Can Live In Peace

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 31, 2023
     | 1,797 views

    Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey, to conquer sin, death and Satan, alone.

    4.2.23 Zechariah 9:9–10 9 Rejoice greatly, Daughter of Zion! Shout, Daughter of Jerusalem! Look! Your King is coming to you. He is righteous and brings salvation. He is humble and is riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 10 I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Confronting The Phony

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025
     | 155 views

    Do you know anyone who is Mr. Rogers at church but Mike Tyson during the week?

    Confronting the Phony “Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: 2 “The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. 3 So you must be careful to do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach. 4 They tie up heavy, cumbersome ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rejoice In Suffering!? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,076 views

    This sermon explores how suffering is an integral part of Christian life, serving as a tool for spiritual growth and deepening our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ! It's a joy to be with you all today, standing together in the house of the Lord, united by our shared faith and love for our Savior. You know, it's not always sunny skies and smooth sailing on this voyage of faith we're all embarked upon. There ...read more

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    God Flows With Wisdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 551 views

    This sermon encourages believers to use wisdom in their speech, navigate through life's hardships with grace, and live humbly, reflecting Christ's character in their daily lives.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here in the house of the Lord, on this beautiful day that He has made? We have come together, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to hear from His Word and to grow in His grace. Today, we're going to spend some time in ...read more

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    Drawn To Christ Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 787 views

    The sermon explores how Jesus attracts people to Himself, inviting them to discover God's nature and their own identities, with a prayer for fresh encounters with His presence and love.

    Hey church! I’m so glad that you’re here today! It’s so good for us to be together to worship our loving and almighty God who loves us and cares so deeply about us. Let me ask you a question: do you like to get free samples of stuff? Like, free samples of shampoo or perfume or food? Are any of you ...read more

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    Three Sure Things In A World Filled With Maybes

    Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Jun 16, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 8,132 views

    In a world filled with uncertainties, there are three things we can be sure of - A salvation Sermon

    Three Sure Things in A World Filled with Maybes Hebrews 9:27-28 Illustration: A bank in Binghamton, New York, had some flowers sent to a competitor who had recently moved into a new building. There was a mix up at the flower shop, and the card sent with the arrangement read, "With our deepest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist