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  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Not What We Expected

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 9, 2018
     | 6,736 views

    Opposition to the Good News of Jesus Christ is nothing new. The first 12 pastors were instructed how to deal with it. Think long and hard how you respond to the message of the Good News as there are consequences depending on your reaction.

    Not What We Expected Mark 6:1-13 Jesus said that; ““A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.” “He was amazed at their lack of faith.” Mark 6:4 Sometimes people think they know you. They think they know your family and your family ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Hopeless Prayer

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
     | 4,368 views

    Three keys to prayer in hopeless times

    A. Opening illustration: JD Greear being woken up in the middle of the night for an emergency, “Prayer is our most formidable weapon, but the one in which we are the least skilled, the most averse to its use.” E. M. Bounds B. Background to passage: Jesus is still ministering around Galilee, and in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are There Churches That Practices Witchcraft?

    Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Sep 4, 2020
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     | 4,736 views

    However, when Christianity is practiced without the power of the Holy Spirit, she loses her protection and falls in the danger of practicing the art of witchcraft to stay useful to society

    Recent events around the world may be pointing to the truth of our civilization entering into a new phase along the path of her disastrous history on this beautiful planet earth. With the horizon getting darker daily all over the earth, and the day filled with anxiety and shadows of fear in what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fishing Expeditions

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 27, 2021
     | 2,922 views

    We hear two fishing stories. They're not so much about the men who caught fish as they are about fishing expeditions that caught men.

    January 24, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Mark 1:14-20 Fishing Expeditions Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today we hear two fish stories. They’re not so much about the men who caught fish as ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Balanced Life Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 12, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,474 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the Light And Life series from the Gospel of John.

    Series: Light And Life [#4] A BALANCED LIFE John 2:1-11 Introduction: Isn’t it amazing how God works? I had been preparing a sermon about the dangers of tradition versus truth. I was going to tell each of you how the Bible doesn’t forbid drinking alcohol and says to not get drunk. I was going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Perfect Provision Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 26, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 27,320 views

    This is the 5th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#5] GOD’S PERFECT PROVISION Luke 2:22-40 Introduction: Have you ever faced a situation that you lost all hope? Maybe, you didn’t have enough money to pay the bills, no one could figure out what is wrong with your health, your family and friends forsake you, etc…? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Sends Helpers To His People

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025
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    God never intends for His people to struggle alone. Throughout Scripture, we see that He raises helpers to support, strengthen, and uplift His children in times of need.

    GOD SENDS HELPERS TO HIS PEOPLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 17:12 "But Moses’ hands were heavy; and they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat thereon; and Aaron and Hur stayed up his hands, the one on the one side, and the other on the other side; and his hands were ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joy In The Middle Of The Journey

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 8, 2025
     | 861 views

    A sermon that encourages us to choose Joy not only because of who God is, but because of what He has done for us

    Today I want to talk to you about choosing joy because of who God is and what He has promised. “Let me start by asking you a question —have you ever been in a season where it felt like life hit the pause button? You’re praying, you’re waiting, you’re doing everything right, but it feels like ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Justified, Alive, Sent Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025
     | 218 views

    Through Christ’s cross we are justified freely, live with assurance, and are sent as grateful witnesses of God’s grace to all.

    TheIntroduction – The Verdict We All Need Every courtroom in history tells a story of justice sought, justice delayed, or justice denied. Yet behind every earthly trial lies a deeper, eternal question: How can guilty humanity stand before a holy God? Paul gives us the answer in words that throb ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Uncommon Power 1 Peter 2:11-12

    Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 221 views

    A message about the power within us during our walk here on earth.

    Good Morning Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "You Don’t Understand Right Now… But You Will” John 13:7

    Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 345 views

    A message of hope and learning how to wait upon the Lord for His plan for our life.

    “You Don’t Understand Right Now… But You Will” Grab your Bible and say this with me: This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I have what it says I have. I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God. I boldly confess my mind is alert. My heart is receptive. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Strength In The Soil

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Feb 8, 2026
     | 86 views

    Strength in the Soil. This morning, we look at St. Paul shows his weaknesses as an opportunity for Christ's Strength, and how it reflects into the Parable of the Sower.

    Good MORNING. We’re looking this morning at the call to share God’s Word, as well as show his Love in works of mercy, as found in our Gospel, and our epistle this morning. It would really warm a pastor’s heart if you remember some of Paul’s problems with the Corinthians that led to 2nd Corinthians, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Call Unto Me Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 18, 2026
     | 72 views

    I would like to share with you the purpose of Lent, the purpose of Fasting and the purpose of prayer.

    Ash Wednesday Morning Jeremiah 33:1-3 Call unto me Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Joke: A man asked God, ‘What’s a million years to you, O Lord?’ God replied: A minute. The man asked: What a million rupees to you, O Lord? God replied: one rupee. The man asked: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pressure, Promise, And Peace

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 2, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 88 views

    Remember Christ's promises when we feel the pressures of life.

    1. Several years ago, engineers were stress-testing a newly constructed bridge before opening it to the public. They didn’t drive one small car across it. They loaded it with massive trucks—one after another—until thousands of tons pressed down on the structure. • Because pressure doesn’t destroy a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rooted And Grounded PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,214 views

    Emphasize the importance of dedicating time to God, allowing His Word and love to nourish and anchor us, and continually growing in our faith to become more deeply rooted in Christ.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into a subject that's as essential to our Christian walk as air is to breathing. We're going to talk about being rooted and grounded in Christ, the perks that come with it, and why it's so crucial that we keep growing in Him. I want to start with a quote ...read more

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