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  • David Parks avatar

    If You Want To Walk On Water You've Got To Get Out Of The Boat

    Contributed by David Parks on Oct 3, 2020
     | 6,622 views

    If you are going to follow Jesus, you must, by faith, be willing to step out of the safety of your comfort zone and "do something religious."

    IF YOU WANT TO WALK ON WATER YOU’VE GOT TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction: 1. John Ortberg is an exceptionally talented writer who can catch your attention with his titles. 2. One book was Titled Everyone is Normal Until You Get to Know Them. 3. Another one is Titled, If ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Now I Can See Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 3, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,521 views

    A blind man who gets sight and insight, and religious leaders who think they understand but are blind! Learn how to cope with the Lord waiting to answer prayers.

    Our bodies are an amazing creation. Millions of cells working together in perfect harmony (well, most of the time). We breathe, our hearts beat, our organs function-all with nearly no input or oversight from our conscious brain. One of the senses we take most for granted is our sight. Your eyes are ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • John Williams III avatar

    The Wicked Tenants (October 8, 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,159 views

    The text for today is almost a mirror image of how religious leaders who were so called qualified, failed miserably for those who relied on their leadership.

    THE WICKED TENANTS Text: Matthew 21:33 - 46 Back in 2002 I was helping my oldest sister Teresa clean up her condo. She and her husband lived there while my brother-in-law was studying to be a doctor at the Medical University of South Carolina in Columbia. I had remembered what the place ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Take The Opportunity To Reach The Lost

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,237 views

    MAYBE WE CAN GET SO BUSY DOING OUR RELIGIOUS PROGRAM THAT WE FORGET THE LOST GOING TO HELL? We must love the lost.

    OPPORTUNITIES? NEVER FORGET THE BURDEN FOR THE LOST By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Genesis 48 is known as the BRIDAL SEARCH chapter. Psalms 51 is known as the REPENTANCE chapter. I Corinthians 13 is known as the LOVE CHAPTER. Hebrews 11 is known as the FAITH CHAPTER. Come let us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Build On Rock, Not Sand Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 2, 2017
     | 5,694 views

    " pray for our young religious and seminarians, for all of us will be judged on the basis of where we build–on the firm rock of obedience to God, or on shifting sand."

    Thursday of the First Week in Lent Reformation & Revolution It is the happy decision of the Church that brings us so much of the prophet Isaiah as we celebrate the time of expectation, the time of Advent. Isaiah was a prophet of hope in a time of social and religious and political upheaval. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    The Power Of Life In Abundance Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 14, 2023
     | 2,660 views

    Many spiritual and religious traditions have studied the power of life in abundance. It refers to the idea that life is about survival and thriving and experiencing joy, love, and fulfillment.

    THE POWER OF LIFE IN ABUNDANCE written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 14, 2023 "The thief does not come except to steal, kill, and destroy. I have come that they may have life and that they may have it more abundantly." John 10:10 INTRODUCTION Humans are unable to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In Memory Of Christ, More Than An Ordinary Memory Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 31, 2024
     | 493 views

    The one commandment that Christians have kept, religiously, over the twenty centuries of the Church is “This is my Body. . .This is my Blood. . .do this in memory of Me.”

    Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ 2024 The 20th century English priest and convert, Msgr Ronald Knox, used to say that if you go over all the commands of our Lord Jesus Christ, you find instructions for leading an exemplary Christian life, including the Ten Commandments and the rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Taking Christ Out Of Christmas

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 2, 2023
     | 2,055 views

    If Christmas has become a "cultural" holiday, This message looks at what happens when we try and take out all of the religious elements.

    Have you noticed that every year, people seem more intent on secularizing Christmas? They wish you a “Happy Holiday” or “Seasons Greetings” and then have presentations at school that make no mention of the Manger or the Wise Men, let alone the Christ Child. Now, I may be a little overly sensitive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 826 views

    God values mercy and compassion over religious rituals and rules. As followers of Jesus, we are called to extend mercy to everyone we encounter, regardless of their circumstances.

    Hey guys! Ever wondered what gets God really pumped? What makes Him say, 'Yeah, that's what I'm talking about!'? Well, today we're going to dive into that. Spoiler alert: It's mercy. So, what's mercy? Think about when you're playing a video game, and you're totally crushing your friend. You could ...read more

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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Resurrection Sunday: Jesus Is Alive Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025
     | 5,478 views

    Resurrection Sunday is not a mere religious occasion—it is the celebration of the greatest victory in the history of mankind. It is the day we declare without shame or apology that Jesus is alive!

    RESURRECTION SUNDAY: JESUS IS ALIVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 24:1–7 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:9–10, Revelation 1:18, John 11:25–26, Acts 2:24, 1 Corinthians 15:3–8 INTRODUCTION: Resurrection Sunday is not a mere religious occasion—it is the celebration of the greatest victory in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Walking Close With God Daily Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
     | 580 views

    To walk closely with God daily is not a religious routine, but a personal and intentional lifestyle. It involves a continuous, living relationship with the Lord marked by love, obedience, fellowship, and dependence.

    WALKING CLOSE WITH GOD DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Micah 6:8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 5:24, Amos 3:3, Psalm 63:1, Galatians 5:16, John 15:4-5 INTRODUCTION: To walk closely with God daily is not a religious routine, but a personal and intentional lifestyle. It involves a continuous, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Broken

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jun 20, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,791 views

    We must be broken before God can reach our hearts

    Broken TCF Sermon September 14, 2003 Fruit vs. Stone = Soft vs. Hard (Demonstration: use a piece of fruit and a small rock. Use some sort of tool to try to penetrate each.) To get to the middle of this fruit, the “heart” of it, if you will, to penetrate this fruit, it doesn’t take much effort. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Harvest Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 20, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 936 views

    In this final message of the Rooted series, we are called to surrender to God’s pruning, examine the fruit of our lives, and live Spirit-led, obedient lives that bear lasting fruit—becoming faithful laborers in a world ripe for the harvest.

    The Harvest Matthew 9:35-38 How I love the autumn season! There's something about this time of year that stirs the soul—inviting reflection, gratitude, and wonder. The blazing heat of summer has softened into cool, gentle breezes. The air feels lighter, clearer, and even the bugs—those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Live For An Audience Of One: The Secret Life Of A True Disciple - Matthew 6:1-18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 28, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 310 views

    In the Christian life, there is only one audience that matters—our Heavenly Father. In Matthew 6, Jesus teaches us to live for the Audience of One. He warns us not to perform righteousness before others but to pursue a life that pleases God alone.

    Go! And Live for an Audience of One: The Secret Life of a True Disciple - Matthew 6:1-18 Introduction: Living for the Audience of One There’s an old story about a young violinist who practised day and night for years. One evening, he gave a recital in a packed concert hall. When he finished, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    The True Temple Enters Jerusalem

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 27, 2021
     | 1,707 views

    Jesus went into the Temple in Jerusalem and drove out all those who desecrated the house of the LORD, earning the scorn of the religious officials. The Lord Jesus declared Himself to be the true temple of God, holy, spotless, and free from corruption.

    John's account of the life and work of the Lord Jesus included the recording of specific miracles He performed to demonstrate His authority, power, and divinity to His disciples and to those among His countrymen who truly had a hunger for the deeper things of God. There were also those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist