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  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Be Encouraged

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,028 views

    There are so many things we can be discouraged about. But we are called to be encouraged. Why?

    Passage: 2 Timothy 1:1-7 Intro: Living in the world, it is easy to be discouraged. 1. things don’t always go as we planned. 2. a few people are happy this Super Bowl Sunday, but most football fans are discouraged because their team isn’t playing and probably won’t next year, either. 3. jobs ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    "Getting God's Attention"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,613 views

    The message focuses on how the Canaanite woman was able to get the Lords attention and answer her desires.

    “Getting Gods Attention” Matthew 15:21-28 Have not preached at Carr A cat will meow until he or she gets what he or she wants. A dog will bark run in circles wag tail until there are some results Martin ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Penitence And Repentance

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 28, 2015
     | 3,627 views

    Confession is the act of inviting God to walk the acreage of our hearts and clear our hearts of anything that hinders our relationship with him. Once he has done this, we can come before him with thankful hearts.

    How many of you have ever had a spotlight shined directly on you? Was it a comfortable experience? In 1 John 1:5-10 God is described as light, and sometimes that light is very uncomfortable when it’s shined on us. God is infinitely holy, utterly righteous and morally pure. He shines his light ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Year Of The Lord's Anointing: 2026

    Contributed by Benny Paul on Jan 8, 2016
    based on 9 ratings
     | 20,747 views

    Let us prepare ourselves for a wonderful and an anointed year ahead!!!

    Introduction: God has anointed you so that you may be equipped for every good work: to resist evil, to know the truth, to preach the Word, to be able to pray, to have fellowship with God… You are anointed of God: Have you ever considered yourself to be an anointed Christian? Maybe you've ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Radical? Really?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 6, 2009
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,658 views

    Someone suggested that we return to radical Christianity. I’m for it but are we up to the demands?

    There is a group on one of the social networks that was issuing a call to return to radical Christianity. I love the concept and joined the group but I wanted to feel out how they defined radical and if they were really up to radical Christianity thus I posted this in the group’s discussion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Now?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 25, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,910 views

    The Bible explains Jesus’ mission as He would leave every believer. John 14:16-17NASB I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; 17 that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it do

    What Now? John 14:1-3NASB Here’s the greatest news ever, to every believer, Jesus settled heaven through His life, death, burial and resurrection. He doesn’t mix words about eternity. He commands just one thing- believe. However on this earth, there’s even more ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Reason We Press On Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 30, 2021
     | 2,221 views

    Based on Eph. 6:19-20 - The Gospel is for ALL people, so we need to share it w/ as many as possible.

    “THE REASON WE PRESS ON” Eph. 6:19-20 FBCF – 8/29/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lets’ get real this AM. Who needs prayer today? - Healing from sickness - Guidance on a decision or direction in life - Family issues - Grief - Lost friend or family member Sometimes we have a hard time asking for prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fourth Of July America Your Bone & Flesh

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jul 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,390 views

    For the church in the USA, the Fourth of July is always problematic. While not a religious holy day, there is an expectation from many that at least some recognition of the day is required So this sermon looks at Freedom and ralationship.

    Your Bone & Flesh SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B MARK 6:1-13 When I think of the term Flesh-n-Bone what comes to mind is the Rapper. Born Stanley Howse and known to his fans as Flesh-n-Bone, this Ohio-bred hip hop artist rose to fame as a member of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony this young man ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Easter: Where Is The Joy?

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Apr 6, 2019
     | 5,193 views

    This the season for JOY. Although what they did to my Lord was horrific, He outlasted them and brought much JOY to those who would believe in Him. And the JOY continues. HAPPY EASTER!

    SCRIPTURE Luke 22:1-7 Luke 22:14-22 Luke 22:31-34 INTRODUCTION Today's Sermon is titled EASTER- Is there JOY? You may have noticed that I did not read all of the verses. It was my attempt to shorten the sermon so that everyone can arrive at home before midnight. This is not all of what ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    No One Left Behind.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 12, 2020
     | 2,880 views

    We should do all that we can to offer Christ to all people.

    Today I’m going to quote from the “Message” written by Eugene Peterson. The Message is a personal paraphrase of the Bible in English by Pastor Peterson from the original languages. There were 20 Translation Consultants. Pastor Peterson said this is what he did all the time he was a Pastor and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    The Body And Blood Of Christ; Corpus Christi; The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2023
     | 1,818 views

    In one and the same act, Judas hands Christ over to be sent to death, and Christ hands himself over in his self-giving in the Eucharist to us.

    St. Thomas Aquinas says we often remember unusual things better than familiar things because things with a weird twist make a greater impression on the mind, which is also validated by the modern neuroscience of memory. So, here are some unusual truths about the Eucharist: The customary or valid ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    John - Faithful To The End Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024
     | 1,091 views

    Make a list of things you must do before you leave this life/earth.

    A. INTRODUCTION “This is a revelation from Jesus Christ … to His servant John … to the seven churches in … Asia … I am Alpha and Omega … who is – who always was, and who is still coming … I John was exiled to the island Patmos” (Revelation 1:1-9). B. BACKGROUND 1. John, an old disciple was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffrey Dillinger avatar

    Living A Questionable Life - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Jan 22, 2024
     | 1,298 views

    When people look at me, do they see what they expect, or someone that is "odd?" When I am so close to Jesus that my life reflects his actions and attitudes it causes people to ask, "Why are you like this?"

    Living Questionable Lives – Pt 1 (Acts 16:29-34) Intro: A. I grew up with some great tools like the Jule Miller filmstrips, Open Bible Study, and teachings about Friendship Evangelism. All them had a great place in the ministry of reconciliation, but they didn’t all work for me. Maybe it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Positioning Oneself For Favour

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025
     | 612 views

    God’s favour is still available today and can turn any life around in an instant. However, it is not automatic—it flows to those who are rightly positioned in heart, attitude, and obedience.

    POSITIONING ONESELF FOR FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ruth 2:1-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:3-4, Psalm 102:13, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:15-17, Luke 2:52 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a divine advantage that causes a person to stand out and be preferred above others. It is not merely luck ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Worship That Attracts Divinity

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
     | 287 views

    God is not just looking for worship; He is seeking true worshippers—men and women whose hearts are fully yielded to Him.

    WORSHIP THAT ATTRACTS DIVINITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:23-24 Supporting Texts: Psalm 22:3, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Acts 16:25-26, Psalm 100:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Worship is one of the highest expressions of intimacy with God. It is not merely about singing or the rhythm of music but ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God