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  • Eloy Gonzalez avatar

    When Your Thread Gets Tangled...

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jul 6, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,352 views

    Pentecost 3: Whom do you seek when you find yourself in trouble? We get sage advice from David in the words of Psalm 28.

    If there is one thing that is highly valued today its self-reliance. Folks value the capacity in others to stand on their own two feet; to have the where-with-all to weather the storms; to adapt, overcome and conquer. It’s a trademark of our times. We strive to raise our children to be independent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus' Vaccine

    Contributed by John Melms on Sep 9, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,447 views

    The ’vaccine’ of faith that we received in our Baptism fights the ’virus’ of the world, the devil and our flesh.

    Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: I wonder how Dr. Jonas Salk felt in the 1950’s. Dr. Salk was credited with discovering the vaccine for polio, the great disease of the early 20th century; an epidemic ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Empowered By The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 23, 2022
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    A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter, Year C

    May 22, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 16:9-15; John 14:23-29 Empowered by the Holy Spirit Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Depth Of Field Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 18, 2021
     | 2,131 views

    A stewardship sermon series on "Abundant Joy, Overflowing Generosity." This is the final sermon which reflects on Giving God of our Wealth.

    October 24, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Stewardship Series: Abundant Joy Overflowing Generosity 2 Corinthians 8:1-8; Luke 6:37-38 Depth of Field Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This Sunday we conclude our ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christ's Presence Among Us

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 4, 2014
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    “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth” John 1:14.

    Theme: Christ’s presence among us Text: Jer. 31:7-14; Eph. 1:3-14; John 1:10-18 Happy New Year. Today is the first Sunday of the year 2014 and God’s Word assures us that “all things work together for good, for those who love God and are called according to his purpose”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Unity Of The Believers

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018
     | 6,322 views

    What if a church lived like the first church? What would that look like? Can we be such a church today?

    The Unity of the Believers Psalm 133 Acts 4:32-35 1 John 1 and 1 John 2:3-6 Message: Opening Reading: Luke 24:36-49 This past week was for so many of us a week of celebration and affirmation. We belong to those who are called Christians or in a larger context “The Church”. We recognize only ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Irony Of Confession

    Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Jun 24, 2024
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    Confession can be a difficult spiritual discipline, yet confession is also liberating

    Now it’s time to confess... What’s it like to have to confess? When’s the last time you had a heavy burden to confess? When’s the last time that you were so burdened with your sense of wrongdoing that you felt you just had to confess to get it off your chest? Confession is an important part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    What Christians Ought To Pray Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 3, 2024
     | 563 views

    Prayer is the lifeline of our faith, a direct line of communication with our Heavenly Father. Through prayer, we express our hearts, seek guidance, and align ourselves with God's will.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to explore a vital aspect of our spiritual lives—prayer. Prayer is the lifeline of our faith, a direct line of communication with our Heavenly Father. Through prayer, we express our hearts, seek guidance, and align ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Walk In True Wisdom - James 3:13 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 24, 2025
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     | 204 views

    Wisdom is often measured by how many books you’ve read, how many degrees you have, or how clever your answers sound. But James—the half-brother of Jesus—reminds us that true wisdom is not about showing off knowledge but about living it out

    Go! And Walk in True Wisdom - James 3:13 James 3:13 – New Living Translation “If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honourable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.” Introduction – The Question of Wisdom Let me begin with a question: How do ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Walking In God's Purpose: A Lesson From Nehemiah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to persevere through challenges, resist deception, and stay committed to God's purpose for their lives, drawing inspiration from Nehemiah's example.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is indeed a joy and a privilege to gather together in the house of the Lord. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and we are alive and well, ready to hear what God has to say to us today. In the sacred pages of the Holy Bible, we find ourselves standing ...read more

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    Being Poor In Spirit And Dependent

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015
     | 2,597 views

    Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. - Matthew 5:3 It is a true spiritual principle that those who come to the Lord full and not needing anything will never receive anything of the Lord. The wonderful picture is given ..

    Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. - Matthew 5:3 It is a true spiritual principle that those who come to the Lord full and not needing anything will never receive anything of the Lord. The wonderful picture is given by our Lord Jesus Christ of a small child asking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Selfishness To Selflessness

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Jun 11, 2013
     | 5,820 views

    How to go from being selfish to being selfless.

    From Selfishness to Selflessness Mark 12:41-44 “And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Demands Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024
     | 522 views

    Divine Demands

    Psalm 119:33-40 ? He Window 1. The Ways of God Demand - Recognition - 33 Teach me, O Lord, (Of Who He Is, & Who we are) Revelation - the way of thy statutes; Resolution - and I shall keep it unto the end. 2. The Wisdom of God Demands - Request 34 Give me understanding, teachable ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Fill Your Pastor's Joy To The Brim

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,729 views

    Learn how to put joy in your pastor’s heart.

    Introduction: This morning, we continue with Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter 2, verses 1-4. I hope for those who needed to see the big picture, you were satisfied last week to receive an overview of the entire letter. Someone has said, "Leaders are not grabbed; they are grown." ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Lesson 22. The Discipline Of Attitudes (James 3:13-18) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021
     | 3,820 views

    Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.

    13Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. 14But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. 15This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist