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  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Power Over Storms Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 13, 2011
     | 4,903 views

    Jesus has dinner with a Pharisee and forgives a sinful woman

    Forgiven The Middle East is an extremely conservative, extremely religious area. For a woman to leave the house without her hair up, hair covered, and face hidden behind a veil would have been extremely shameful. Women were not valued at this time, they were not well respected or considered ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Beast From The Earth: The False Prophet And His Diabolical Work (Revelation 13:11-18)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 785 views

    The False Prophet uses false "miracles and signs" to convince the world that the Antichrist is the leader for whom they have been waiting. He is a tool of Satan used to draw people away from the truth of the Gospel and towards the certainty of hell.

    The Antichrist, who was introduced in Revelation 13;1-10, will not rise to power alone. His success will result from a worldwide spiritual deception perpetuated by the man referred to in Revelation 13:11-18 as, "the beast from the earth", known as the False Prophet. He will be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5. The Prodigal Son Comes Home (A Message Of God's Unconditional Love) Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 24, 2025
     | 237 views

    God waits for you like a father watching the horizon for his lost child. No matter how far you have wandered, His arms remain open to welcome you home today.

    5. The Prodigal Son Comes Home (A Message of God's Unconditional Love) Introduction: Understanding the Heart of the Father Before we explore this profound story from Luke 15, we must understand what Jesus wanted to teach us. He told this parable to religious leaders who criticized Him for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel Of Legalism

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,890 views

    A sermon that describes the religious legalist.

    "The Gospel of Legalism" Galatians 1:6 6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Introduction: This morning I may be preaching one of the most important messages I have ever preached anywhere in my ministry. I hope that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Abraham’s Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 19, 2011
     | 9,075 views

    Abraham’s story reminds us that God is faithful to His call on our lives and that He will fulfill the promises He gives us in his timing. We just need to be patient and faithful and not try to help God out. We also discover that God always will provide fo

    Abraham’s Story: “The father of multitudes” Series Intro: Series BC Justice League of Bible Super Heroes: In a world of chaos and destruction, many are called but few are chosen. Join us as we explore the events surrounding the lives of those biblical heroes; these are the true stories of the BC ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lent 2019 - Jesus Under Attack Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 6, 2019
     | 7,062 views

    Jesus, in His time on earth, was under attack in many ways by the Jewish leaders. He was argued with, defamed and crucified. Many in our society are attacking Jesus as well even from within some churches. Do we know enough about Jesus and His Word to recognize false teaching?

    Lent 2019 – Attacking The Rock Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 2 Timothy 4:3-4 “The time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Triumphal Entry

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 1, 2003
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     | 7,759 views

    Is he the King that you welcome into your hearts– like the crowds did that Sunday 2000 years ago or Is he that uncomfortable person that you would like to get rid of, like the Jewish leaders did 2000 years ago.

    Talk on Sunday 9th April 2001 in Ferindune This afternoon’s reading describes Jesus’ Triumphal entry into Jerusalem which happened at the beginning of a week – in about AD 30 - that Christians remember each year as “Holy Week” or “Passion Week”. The week before Easter Resume. Jesus decided to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The People Of God Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 12, 2015
     | 3,605 views

    The Series of Colossians, entitled "The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ" God gives His Church a New Identity. God gives His Church new resources.

    The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 1 The People of God Colossians 1:1-2 David Taylor January 25, 2015 We start a new series today in the book of Colossians, I have entitled “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ,” as Paul sees Christ Supreme and Sufficient for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "a Resounding Tribute To Pastors.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Oct 3, 2025
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     | 479 views

    Pastors equip the saints for the work of ministry and for building up the body of Christ. This involves guiding their flock to pursue their divine purpose, thereby fulfilling the Great Commission: empowering people to share the Gospel and live out their faith with passion and purpose.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Jeremiah 3:15) "Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding." (Hebrews 13:17) “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Yo Jo Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,313 views

    Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable.

    Yo Joe! Thesis: Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable. He was also adaptable and persevering. His most noted leadership quality was he was forgiving. Key Text: Genesis 37:1-36 Introduction: Background on series on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Accuracy Of Prophecy (1 Of 6) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 2, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,217 views

    All religious books claim to be the word of God, but prophecy sets the Bible apart as having God’s seal of authentication. This section focuses on the measure of a prophet and the accuracy of scripture.

    Accuracy of Prophecy (Part 1 of 6) Prophecy is an integral part of scripture from Genesis to Revelation. It is prophecy that sets the Bible apart from all world religions. Many religious leaders make predictions but none uphold the same standard as the Bible requires. The Bible sets two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eyriche Cortez avatar

    Empowered To Engage Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,941 views

    The leader’s responsibility is to bring out the best in people.

    Allow me to thank all of you who lovingly prayed that my surgery would be successful. Thank you also for helping us one way or the other. Our family felt so encouraged. I remember some of you assuring me not to worry for they will take care of the church. Those are words that pastors would love to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    Herod And The Wise Men Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 9, 2021
     | 5,173 views

    The wise men were religious outsiders who traveled a good distance while the religious insiders were sitting on the front porch of Bethlehem but failed to take another step. The religious insiders watched the religious outsiders pass right by them.

    Today, we begin a short Christmas series entitled The Characters of Christmas. All throughout the story of Christmas, there are major and minor characters who play an important role in making the story of Christmas great theatre. Now, I love to watch a good movie, and I imagine many of you are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Trap Of Carnality

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 6, 2003
    based on 206 ratings
     | 33,075 views

    Addressing a national seminar of Southern Baptist leaders, George Gallup said, "We find there is very little difference in ethical behavior between churchgoers and those who are not active religiously...The levels of lying, cheating, and stealing are rema

    Nine Marks of Worldliness - I John 2:15,16 (Preoccupations that are wrong, pride, pleasures, possessions, popularity, power obsession, position oriented, people pleasing, and privilege for selfish reasons) Illustration: That evening, the assassin John Wilks Booth stopped in a saloon near the Ford ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don’t Miss Christmas Series

    Contributed by James Crain on Dec 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,850 views

    This message describes those prepared for Christ’s coming and those who were not. The religious crowd is indifferent. The leaders are worried. A widow is watching and an old man is waiting. Magi are wandering and worshipping. Which one describes you?

    Don’t miss Christmas (portions of this sermon are borrowed from illustrations and sermons on Sermon Central) Christmas time is a time filled with traditions. There is the time to get a Christmas tree and put it up along with the decorations. There are presents to buy, so there is shopping to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist