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  • Steve Ely avatar

    Fairy Tales - Pt. 2 - Little Red Riding Hood Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019
     | 3,587 views

    We learned them as children, but did we learn from them? There is truth wrapped up in these tales!

    I. Introduction We learned them as children. They are forever burned into our memory. However, just because we learned them doesn't mean we learned from them. Let's look at one of these fairytales we know so well and see if we can learn from it today. Once upon a time, there was a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What’s In Your Pocket. (Giving Out Of Love)

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 18, 2022
     | 1,951 views

    Not here’s my tithe, No, it’s God’s tithe. Your blessing can’t be stolen if you give it as unto the Lord. —You attitude in giving is everything.

    What’s In Your Pocket. (Giving Out Of Love) Matthew 6:1-4TPT Every day, Glenn purchases his morning coffee at a nearby drive-through. And every day he also pays for the order of the person in the car behind him, asking the cashier to wish that person a good day. Glenn has no connection to them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    All We Like Sheep Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 26, 2022
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     | 4,678 views

    We, as Christians, can go astray like sheep. Sin keeps zapping us like an electric fence, but we eventually become numb to it and cross over to enter the dangers of the world. The Shepherd will then react. So, how will He react?

    To begin this evening’s message, I would like to share a verse from the Old Testament. Isaiah 53:6 says, “All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned, every one, to his own way; and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.” All of us have gone astray from God at some point in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do We Overcome Temptation? (Luke, Part 3) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 7, 2022
     | 1,748 views

    None of us is immune to being tempted … but we all can overcome by following the same model that Jesus provided for us. When you resist him, you are choosing the things of God; you are choosing to turn away from the quick pleasure fix (of sin) and seeking His way to guide your life.

    Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    #5 Farmer, Seeds And Soil Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 26, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,256 views

    We must be will to cultivate our lives for Christ if we long to be His tools bringing about the advance of the kingdom of God

    This sermon was written and given by the leader of Mendingnets.org ministries on Sunday July 28, 2021 at The Center. Let me start off by saying I’m the type of person who tells it like it is, so parables drive me crazy!! Just speak in a straight line, Jesus. Cut to the chase and get to the point! ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Chronicle Of Courage Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2016
     | 7,529 views

    It takes courage to move in the will of God. Elijah's faith brought the courage necessary to face the evil of his day. We learns lessons for our own day from Elijah's experience with King Ahab.

    When last we encountered our hero, Elijah, he was performing miracles for a widow and her son in Zarephath. Here’s an interesting note I need to make as we begin because today we’ll see another miracle Elijah performs. There are basically three clusters of miracles in the bible. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Fool's Gold Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 4, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,221 views

    Overcome the challenges and seek after God's Wisdom

    Introduction People in hard hats working underground is what often comes to my mind when I think about how gold is mined. It is challenging work. According to what I read; it takes a long time from prospecting to mining to producing the finished product- refined gold. On the other hand, fool’s gold ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Year 2023

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 31, 2022
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,240 views

    Many people enter this year with pessimism and worry. God wants us to enter this year with an optimistic attitude, even though there will be many challenges that we will have to face this year.

    Happy New Year! Let's read Joshua 1:1-9. Many people enter this year with pessimism and worry. They see how the situation is still bad right now. They may also read or watch the news about the predictions for 2023, which are primarily pessimistic. For example, Bloomberg's Kristine Aquino ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Divine Formula For Stability

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025
     | 300 views

    This sermon unpacks Isaiah 33:6 as God's blueprint for stability in a shaking world, showing that an unshakable life is built on the foundation of divine wisdom and knowledge, with the fear of the Lord as its priceless, foundational treasure.

    Introduction: The Constant Tremor I want to begin by asking a question that I think is on many of our hearts. Do you feel it? That low-grade, constant tremor beneath the surface of our world? It's a feeling of deep-seated uncertainty. We feel it when we scan the news headlines, which seem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being A Faithful Servant

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Feb 8, 2024
     | 3,975 views

    It is not easy being a faithful follower of Jesus and oftentimes we are tempted to throw in the towel and call it quits. Elisha is a role model of what it means to stay committed and faithful to the very end.

    I hope you are excited to be in Church today to worship and hear the word of God. I don't know if it is the weather or something else but I have to say that once in a while, I get the impression that this is more of a routine than real worship that lacks enthusiasm. It reminds me of a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Vision Of God Through A Pure Heart Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 18, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,335 views

    "The visions of God are seen only through the lens of a pure heart." So, let's open our hearts and minds to God’s Truth, and explore together how purity of heart leads us to witness the visions of God.

    Introduction My sermon today revolves around the profound truth that "The visions of God are seen only through the lens of a pure heart." This concept resonates deeply with our faith and aligns with the teachings of the Bible. So, let's open our hearts and minds to God’s Truth, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living The Eucharist: Christian Charity In Today's World Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 12, 2024
     | 912 views

    A powerful call to live out Christian charity in ways that are urgently needed today.

    Living the Eucharist: Christian Charity in Today's World Intro: A powerful call to live out Christian charity in ways that are urgently needed today. Scripture John 6:51-58 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In our modern world, filled with distractions and constant noise, it's ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Year End Inventory

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 26, 2024
     | 6,253 views

    Jesus tells us that when we seek first the Kingdom of God, the other things we are concerned about will take care of themselves. Paul doesn't want us to merely call ourselves Christians or think of ourselves as Christians. He wants to know Christ and wants us to be real followers of Jesus too.

    Opening illustration: Business owners are busy at the end of the year taking inventory. This is a painful but necessary reality so they can know if they made a profit or not. They take the information they receive and make adjustments for the coming year. As Christians, we need to stop at the end ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Turn The Page

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 1, 2025
     | 1,342 views

    Every season brings about a new change and every time you turn the page a new season in your life is ready to bloom. So, no matter what you are dealing with, no matter if you don’t understand it all right now stand like a tree planted by rivers of water.

    Turn the Page By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER SCRIPTURE: - Jeremiah 23:20 NKJV “In the latter days you shall understand it perfectly”. John 13:7 “Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter”. OPENING: - I will compare different versions ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The Christian Journey PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,145 views

    Encourages shifting focus from material possessions to spiritual growth, trusting in God's provision, and resisting materialistic mindsets for spiritual maturity.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this time of shared reflection and fellowship. We are gathered together in the presence of our Lord, bound by our common faith and the love that He has so generously bestowed upon us. We find ourselves in a world that often seems to value the material over the ...read more

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