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    The Heart Of Giving

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Jan 25, 2025
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    Giving is more than the amount given, it is a matter of the heart. Jesus watches how we live and how we live.

    “The Heart of Giving" Mark 12:41-44 A small church in Virginia: ­ needed to have a new roof in the worst of ways, but ­ There was no money in their account. Most of the congregation was very poor except for the local banker: ­ He was an ornery old cuss, and ­ he would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Whatever Happened To Sin?

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 16, 2025
     | 183 views

    John 8

    WHATEVER HAPPENED TO SIN? (JOHN 8:1-11) A study by a research organization several years ago questioned more than 1,000 American adult respondents whether they believe in such a thing as “sin” and then asked them whether 30 different behaviors were sinful. Out the list of 30 behaviors, adultery was ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    28. The Kingdom Parables – The Seventh – The Dragnet – Part 4 Of 6 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 19, 2025
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    Christians can be weak and blind and wear dirty garments when out of touch with the Lord. We look at the Lord’s remedy for these lukewarm, sinful Laodiceans pitifully smug in their church. They thought they were rich but they were wretched, miserable, poor, blind and naked.

    28. THE KINGDOM PARABLES – THE SEVENTH – THE DRAGNET – PART 4 OF 6 The seven Kingdom parables of Matthew 13 are a wonderful study of integration. In all these we have looked at the parable itself to understand it. Then we looked at the parallel church in Revelation chapters 2 and 3 that matches ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blindness In Misinterpreting God’s Way-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 20, 2025
     | 265 views

    4 of 6. YHWH God answered the frustrations experienced by His prophet Habakkūk, when he misinterpreted God’s way. Spiritual blindness results from misinterpreting God’s way. But, ?What characterizes that blindness? Misinterpreting God’s way, blinds you to...

    *!!Due to time restraints I had to end this sermon with having preached :6b-c only!!* The BLINDNESS In MISINTERPRETING GOD’s WAY--IV—Habakkuk 1:6b-c(:5-11) Attention: I was watching a 'Hallmark Movie’ the other day. Actress Candice Cameron Bure(a Hallmark staple)—was sitting at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power From Pentecost, Pattern From The Prince

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 21, 2026
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    You shall receive power. Not for personal kingdoms, earthly alignments, or governmental status but for planetary proclamation.

    Power from Pentecost, Pattern from the Prince Acts 1:6-8; 2Cor 8:3-9 Take your Bible this morning and turn to Acts chapter 1. Now the scene we’re looking at is like this: Jesus has risen from the dead. He’s been appearing to the disciples over a period of 40 days, and now He's about to ascend ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Dangerous Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 27, 2026
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    Jesus is dangerous because He threatens every system built without Him—religious, political, or intellectual—and calls people to bow to the living God.

    OPENING SLIDE INTRODUCTION • This is week four of our five-week series. • This is Week 4's energy. • Tension is rising. • Opposition is tightening. • The cross is closer. • Have you ever noticed that the most dangerous person in any system is the one who cannot be controlled? • Not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God’s Measure Of Your Thoughts Series

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Apr 11, 2024
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    God who created every heart knows the deep thoughts and secrets of our hearts. I give my full permission for this sermon to be used in its fullest for the glory of God.

    GOD’S MEASURE OF YOUR THOUGHTS The message for this morning is a topic that you most likely have not heard before. However, I assure you this topic describes how God will one day measure our lives. In this series, I have shown you how God will measure our obedience, our prayers, our sacrifice and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of God's Word PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 20, 2024
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     | 2,021 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power and promise of God's Word, emphasizing its living, active nature and its ability to deeply impact our lives.

    Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, fellow sojourners in this grand adventure we call faith, I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to stand before you today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as family, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it remarkable ...read more

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    Joy In Jesus Despite Suffering PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
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     | 1,134 views

    This sermon encourages believers to find joy and strength in God amidst trials, knowing that personal suffering can advance the Gospel and draw us closer to Christ.

    Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in a world that often seems to be spinning out of control. We face trials and tribulations, heartaches and hardships, and sometimes, it feels like there’s no end in sight. But, my dear brothers and sisters, I want to remind you ...read more

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    From Throwing Shade To Growing Up

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 12, 2025
     | 176 views

    This is a message about emotionally healthy spirituality, rooted in Jesus Christ.

    October 12, 2025 Sermon “From Throwing Shade to Growing Up” Key Texts: Matthew 5:9; James 3:18; Romans 12:18; Hebrews 12:14; Luke 6:35 I speak to you in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Today’s message is the second in a series we are doing this month on emotional maturity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship That's For Real PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 857 views

    Explores seeking sincere spirituality and sacredness through surrendering self, as exemplified by the Samaritan woman's transformative encounter with Jesus.

    Good morning, dear friends! It's a joy to be here with you today, united in our shared love for our Saviour and in our ongoing quest to understand and live out His teachings. We are blessed to be able to gather, learn, and grow together, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share with you the ...read more

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    The Grinch Who Tried To Steal Christ

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 179 ratings
     | 15,190 views

    5 signs that will enable you to identify the grinches in your life

    Dec. 17, 2000 Matthew 2:1-18 “The Grinch who tried to steal Christ” INTRODUCTION One of the best known Christmas stories of all time is the story written by Dr. Seuss – “How the Grinch stole Christmas”. This popular Christmas allegory has become the most popular Christmas movie of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Is Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 32,834 views

    Satan and his organized legions constantly work to obstruct God’s plan. As believers, our greatest weapon is prayer. We can expect our greatest opposition when we are on our knees. So we must be persistent–praying until the answer is received.

    INTRODUCTION Christian humorist, Dennis Swanburg, loves to tell the story of an unforgettable baptism that took place in a little West Texas church. They were building a new sanctuary and it was almost finished. The new baptistry was functional even though changing rooms were not yet available. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Religious Reluctance-7

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 21, 2018
     | 2,191 views

    7 of ? Jesus bore witness of His Messianic identity to a reluctant but religious woman. God’s people bear witness of Jesus’ identity to reluctant religious people. What does it take to turn that religious reluctancy around? Turning religious reluctance to God requires...

    TURNING RELIGIOUS RELUCTANCE-VII—John 4:1-26+ Turning the Religious Lost Attention: Think Twice Before Continuing down the path you’re on! ?The new tools in Weight Watchers’ weight loss arsenal(not really) are a knife & fork with wooden handles made of the thorny part of rose bush stems! The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Act Like Men: Honour

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 20, 2012
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     | 3,815 views

    Exploring what is meant by the concept of honouring Christ with our body.

    “In every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice. “Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist