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  • Jimmy Haile avatar

    Pass It On!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 4, 2013
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     | 7,242 views

    What you pass on (Your beliefs, your convictions, your passions, your work ethic) to children, your grandchildren, your great grandchildren, hopefully they will pass on to their love ones!

    John 11:25-26-Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. 26And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?” What if Jesus is not only taking about the spirit, the soul, but what if He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Point Of Parables

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,797 views

    A short sermon looking at the point of parables to get people to think about the message of Jesus, and a call to us to be ’yeast’ in God’s hands.

    I was chatting to David Lowman – the Archdeacon of Southend – this week. We were talking about ‘preaching’ – for example length of sermon, quality of sermon, and the coherence of sermons. David said that sometimes he goes to a Church and preaches and people say, “Thank you. I could hear every word ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Way Of Worship

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 29, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,918 views

    Worship costs us, changes us and equips us. It is resting in God's presence, reflecting God's glory and being ready to move in power.

    THE WAY OF WORSHIP A missionary was working in Paraguay with the Maka Indians. One day a native named Rafael came to sit on the porch. The missionary was eating and went out to see what he wanted. He responded, "Ham, henek met." Again he asked what he could do for him, but the answer was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Four Words Concerning God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Nov 25, 2008
     | 6,182 views

    The purpose fo this message (part 1 of 2) is to help us see the amizing grace of God and all that it does for us, that we might magnify the Lord Jesus Christ.

    FOUR WORDS CONCERNING GOD’S AMAZING GRACE – Part 1 of 2 Titus 2:11-15 INTRODUCTION: A. Your worst days are never so bad that you are beyond the reach of God’s grace. And your best days are never so good that you are beyond the need of God’s grace. 1. The words of Jerry Bridges ring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why God Allows Bad Things To Happen

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 20, 2015
     | 8,748 views

    We must remember that when bad things happen, God is in control. He loves us and wants us to be saved. He allows events for his good purpose.

    An old church building needed remodeling, so during his sermon the minister made an impassioned plea and looked directly at the richest man in town. At the end of the sermon, the rich man stood up and said, “Pastor, I will contribute $1,000.00” Just then plaster fell from the ceiling ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Why Did God Create Human Beings? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,634 views

    God intentionally and lovingly created the universe and humanity in His image, and has entrusted us with the responsibility to care for His creation, reflecting His divine purpose and love for us.

    Good morning, Church family! Today we're diving right into the beautiful and awe-inspiring beginning of it all, Genesis 1:1, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This is where our story begins, where our faith roots itself, and where our understanding of God's purpose unfolds. ...read more

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    Our Missional Attitude: Humility

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Sep 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,628 views

    The ONLY way we can live out or fulfill our mission to love God absolutely and love others sacrificially is through a genuine and pervasive attitude of humility.

    OUR MISSIONAL ATTITUDE: HUMILITY Kick It Up Sunday – September 13, 2009 Perth Bible Church Rev. Todd G. Leupold Please note: This message is inspired by and adapted from a message called “Greatness, Humility, Servanthood” by John Piper (8/30/2009). INTRODUCTION As we seek to spiritually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Endgame Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 17, 2021
     | 3,585 views

    Every single person and every single race are “heirs together,” “members together,” and we are “sharers together.” We are together, together, together! The Bible says this is a secret that is now being shared.

    Avengers Endgame Movie The biggest opening weekend box office hit was Avengers: Endgame. The movie grossed over $350 million on April 26, 2019. Avengers: Endgame went on to make over $1 billion in just 5 days! Now, why was this movie so popular? One reason: did you know that 60% of people between ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Goodness Or Your Goodness? Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,625 views

    We usually think of good as excellence, or good as effective purpose. Goodness has become individualized. We evaluate good or evil by evaluating the impact that one person has on other persons. When you and I determine good or evil, we compare imperfect p

    Opening illustration: She thinks that because she made some bad choices in high school that a few actions make her a bad person. To look at her, she’s an all-American girl. She’s pretty, kind to small animals, lives in a nice home, drives a reliable car, and wears sensible shoes. But she thinks she ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Set Us On Fire God!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 25, 2012
    based on 27 ratings
     | 37,907 views

    If we are to live lives that are pleasing and acceptable to God; if we are to carry out the purpose to which He has called us we need to a spiritual passion and to rekindle the fire. We need the power of God’s Holy Spirit to fall on us and set on fire.

    “Set Us on Fire God!” I Thessalonians 5:19 Paul exhorted the Thessalonian Christians not to quench or extinguish the Holy Spirit. It’s easy for us to get sidetracked by the things of this world causing us to lose our passion for the things of God and allowing the flames of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon: Since God Is For Us

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 9, 2025
     | 472 views

    In this passage, Paul asserts that nothing, including life's difficulties, can separate believers from God's love through Christ. It states that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose.

    Sermon: Since God is for us, who can be successful against us Scripture Lesson: Romans 8:28-39 Amplified Bible “And we know with great confidence that God who is deeply concerned about us causes all things to work together as a plan for good for those who love God, to those who are called ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Do I Live - Life?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 28, 2023
     | 1,685 views

    What is the purpose of humanity? Why are we here on this earth? How are we to live - Life?

    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; Genesis 1:26-31 Theme: How Do I Live – LIFE? What is the best way for me to live my life? INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Let’s start off this morning with some very important questions – What is the purpose of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Go! And Understand God’s Heart Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 550 views

    Throughout Scripture, we see a God who is both loving and just, a Creator who delights in His creation yet grieves over sin. The contrast between Genesis 1:31 and Genesis 6:6 presents a powerful opportunity to explore the heart of God.

    Go! And Understand God’s Heart Introduction: A Tale of Two Verses Throughout Scripture, we see a God who is both loving and just, a Creator who delights in His creation yet grieves over sin. The contrast between Genesis 1:31 and Genesis 6:6 presents a powerful opportunity to explore the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    For A Time Such As This

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025
     | 497 views

    God’s divine timing is always perfect. He places individuals in specific situations at precise moments to fulfill His greater purpose.

    FOR A TIME SUCH AS THIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 4:14 "For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father's house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth whether thou art ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Scheming Without A Schematic Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025
     | 227 views

    When human design collapses, God’s blueprint restores; the Divine Draftsman rebuilds lives and cultures through grace, purpose, and renewed imagination.

    (Finding the Blueprint Again) --- 1. The Great Design Problem We live in a world obsessed with building things—apps, ideologies, identities, futures. Every headline feels like a pitch deck: Here’s how to fix the world. Our confidence is architectural; we assume that with enough data, diversity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist