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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Harvest Is Plentiful Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 17, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,654 views

    This is the 36th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#36] THE HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL Luke 10:1-16 Introduction: As Jesus looked out over the fields ready for harvest, He saw not just rows of ripe grain but countless souls eager for the message of salvation. The image of a bountiful harvest reminds us that God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unfriendly Christians PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,369 views

    The importance of genuine Christian friendship, warns against the harm caused by unfriendly Christians, and encourages us to follow Jesus' example of love and companionship.

    Good morning, family. How blessed we are to gather together today, to share in the Word of our Lord and to learn from His teachings. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into an issue that affects us all: friendship. But not just any friendship. We're talking about Christian friendship, the kind ...read more

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    I Can See Clearly Now PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 801 views

    Explore the transformative power of Jesus, the blindness of unbelief, and the joy of seeing with new eyes.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to dive into the heart of Matthew chapter 8, verse 22. But before we get started, I want to share a quote with you from the beloved Christian author, Max Lucado, who once said, "God loves you just the way you are, but He refuses to ...read more

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    Our Identity In God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,195 views

    Understand and trust God's intentional design for our identity, and to recognize the power of forgiveness.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we’re diving into an incredible story from Genesis 45, verses 1-15. It’s a tale that portrays the beauty of God's plan for our identity, the example of trusting God set by Joseph, and the power of forgiveness in shaping who we are. As we embark on this journey ...read more

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    Immovable PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,831 views

    Encourage believers to stand firm in their faith, fully commit to serving God, and find assurance in the fact that their efforts for the Lord are never in vain.

    Good morning, church family. It's always a blessing to gather together in God's house. Today, we're diving into 1 Corinthians 15:58, where Paul writes, "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know ...read more

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    Draw The Line PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 963 views

    To encourage believers to stand firm in their convictions, resist temptation, and trust in God's Word.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a powerful message drawn straight from the first chapter of the book of Daniel. Our topic? Knowing where to draw the line on temptation, staying true to your convictions, and placing unwavering trust in God's Word. As one poet, Oliver Wendell ...read more

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    The Power Of God’s Word In Genesis 1:1-8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,278 views

    The Creation narrative in Genesis is not just a historical account, it is a declaration of God’s power, His creativity, and His intentionality.

    Transformed by Truth: The Power of God’s Word in Genesis 1:1-8 It’s a blessing to be here today as we open the Word of God together. I pray that today’s message will both challenge and encourage you as we explore the beginning of all things: the Creation story in Genesis. The Creation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Am A Church Member

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 11, 2021
     | 6,325 views

    What does it mean to be a church member? What is expected of me? As members of a church we each hold a unique place in the church. As members of a church we each have certain responsibilities in the local body of believers.

    I AM A CHURCH MEMBER For many people, church membership simply means that we attend church, and we will do so until we cease to be happy where we attend, then we will find another church to attend. We think that being a church member is something that gives us the right to vote on matter that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord Will Return (Zechariah) Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 680 views

    When life gets hard, look to Christ. Look forward to the glorious future He has planned for you. Look within at the changes He is making to your heart. And look up because He is coming soon!

    A man stopped to watch a Little League baseball game. He asked one of the youngsters what the score was. “We're losing 18-0,” was the answer. “Well,” said the man. “I must say you don't look discouraged.” “Discouraged?” the boy said, puzzled. “Why should we be discouraged? We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,456 views

    Light destroys the negative.

    The Light of the World John 1:1-14 Christmas Eve 2004 (Begin message by using flash from camera as introduction.) Christmas time always brings lots of photographs. There are pictures of the children opening the packages, pictures of family and friends at office parties and family reunions. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Love Of Jesus - What Do We Do With It? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 25, 2013
     | 8,325 views

    Jesus revealed the love of God through His life and that He gave Himself for our sin on the Cross of Calvary... but just what does the world DO with this great love that we see from Him?

    Sermon Brief Date Written: March 23, 2013 Date Preached: March 24, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Palm Sunday Sermon Sermon Title: The Love of Jesus - What Do We Do With It? Sermon Text: John 12 [ESV] Introduction: [Sing these 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love God’s Truth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 27, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,887 views

    The Apostle Paul continues his comfort and correction by giving more information concerning the Day of the Lord. 1st, there will be the apostasy. 2nd, the Antichrist (vv. 3-4, 8) will be revealed. Here a 3rd mportant event is referenced that must also occ

    2 THESSALONIANS 2: 6-12 LOVE GOD’S TRUTH The Apostle Paul continues his comfort and correction by giving more information concerning the Day of the Lord, specifically about the Man of Lawlessness. Some among the Thessalonian believers were discouraged. They were disturbed because of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One More Night With The Frogs

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 8, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,348 views

    This message is about procrastination and staying in situations far longer than we should.

    One More Night With The Frogs Scripture: Exodus 8:1-10; Genesis 19:15-16; Second Peter 2:7-8 Good morning Strangers Rest. I am going to begin the message this morning with the first ten verses from Exodus chapter eight. It says, “(1) And the LORD spoke to Moses, ‘Go to Pharaoh and say to him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    06. Persecuted For Christ Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 8, 2025
     | 231 views

    Today many churches are prone to avoid discussing the truth that faith in Jesus will not always bring sunny days and a care-free life. Quite the contrary. Faith in Jesus will put you at enmity with the world.

    Persecuted for Christ Mark 26, 2023 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Matthew 5:5-6 This is a chapter that most people want to skip. Today many churches are prone to avoid discussing the truth that faith in Jesus will not always bring sunny days and a care-free life. Quite the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Lamp Of Life

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,511 views

    God gives to us to light the path beneath our feet.

    INTRO Let me ask you a couple of silly questions. Have you ever walked down a darkened hallway in the middle of the night, and then stubbed your toe, or bumped into a wall or something else? How about this one: have you ever walked outside at night without the use of artificial light and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran