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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Jesus Preaches In Synagogues Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 15, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,652 views

    An analysis of the preaching of Jesus in Luke 4:42-44 will teach us the necessity of responding to Jesus' preaching.

    Scripture Luke began the public ministry of Jesus when Jesus was in the region of Galilee. The basic question that Luke asked and answered was: “Who is Jesus?” Luke began by giving a summary of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee (4:14-15). Next, he gave an example of Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    End Of The World? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 7, 2014
     | 3,438 views

    God gives us clues about the end of the world so that we can properly respond to Him!

    How many of you have heard that the end of the world was supposed to happen?? Show cartoon…. Over and over again there will be doomsayers and they will all be wrong because the only truth is what God states in the Bible. Jesus Christ actually states that only God the Father knows the date ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Presence Of Christ And The Bridal Dialogue Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 29, 2013
     | 2,602 views

    Liturgy is a celebration of the presence of God in our midst, and we respond by participating in the dialogue between the Bride and the Bridegroom

    Monday of the 13th Week in Course Sacrosanctum Concilium The presence of the Lord changes everything. We see this today when we recall the presence of God to Abraham on the eve of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, a catastrophe caused by their widespread acceptance of sexual abuse. But for ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Branch Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 24, 2021
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     | 1,724 views

    Repentance, conviction and responding are the parts of the righteous act. Do you want to live as a righteous person this Christmas.

    A Branch of Righteousness I indeed baptize you with water; but One mightier than I is coming, whose scandal strap I am not worthy to loose. - Luke 3:16 Nicholas was born of wealthy parents in A.D. 280 in a small town called Patara in Asia Minor. He lost his parents early by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Unforgiving Servant Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 6, 2021
     | 4,263 views

    Peter asked a question.... How many times must I forgive? Jesus responded by telling a story.

    January 23, 2021 The Context: Peter asked Jesus a question: “How many times do I have to forgive the person who sins against me… 7 times?” Peter’s question was not intended to get Jesus’ opinion so much as it was to toot his own horn of grace and mercy --- Toot! Toot! You see, the Rabbis ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Feeding On Christ

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 13, 2019
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     | 15,394 views

    What does it mean to feed on Christ? Why doesn't everyone respond positively to the gospel?

    Today’s passage is challenging. The passage is difficult in two ways; first, it is difficult to understand, as it requires unpacking a figure of speech, a metaphor. What does it mean, really, to “eat the flesh” and “drink the blood” of Christ? So it’s difficult to understand. And perhaps more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consider Your Ways Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 31, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,418 views

    A sermon examining the fact that God's people should consider their ways and respond by changin their ways.

    CONSIDER YOUR WAYS Haggai 1:1-10 (Antioch Baptist church: Sunday, August 10th, 2025) Have you ever been called out for doing the wrong thing? Perhaps someone has confronted you for doing the right thing the wrong way. In either instance it is never an enjoyable position to be in. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Finishes

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 21, 2022
     | 2,202 views

    The story of Noah reveals principles of the faith by which we respond to God's Saving Grace.

    Faith Finishes TEXT: Genesis 6:1-22; Hebrews 11:17 INTRODUCTION: The story of Noah and the ark is more common that our favorite nursery rhymes. In our nursery here at the church, the theme is a large boat full of animals riding above an ocean filled with colorful fish with a beautiful rainbow in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Listening & Doing Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 749 views

    Believers should both hear and act on the Word of God. Those who listen and respond are blessed in their actions.

    Ever had your parents ask you to do something, and you're like, 'Yeah, yeah, I heard you,' but then you never actually do it? It's like you heard the words, but they just didn't sink in. James is telling us that it's not enough to just hear God's Word; we've got to do something about it. Remember ...read more

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    Can I Get A Witness? Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 28, 2024
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     | 1,038 views

    When God’s people testify to what God has done, others are invited to witness and respond.

    Introduction Last week, we began considering the relationship between praise and thanks and how we are called in this Psalm to verbalize or express our gratitude. That expression should include some discussion of God’s attributes and the affect that he has on us, on creation, and even on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speak, Lord, For Your Servant Is Listening Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 3, 2025
     | 530 views

    When God speaks, He is looking for listeners who will respond, obey, and declare His word faithfully.

    SPEAK, LORD, FOR YOUR SERVANT IS LISTENING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 3:1-21 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 6:8, Jeremiah 1:4-10, John 10:27, Acts 9:4-6, Revelation 2:7 INTRODUCTION: The calling of Samuel marks a turning point in Israel’s spiritual history. In a time when “the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christmas Uncluttered "Uncluttered Love: Making Room For What Matters Most” Series

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Dec 11, 2025
     | 178 views

    To help the church rediscover the simple, uncluttered love of God revealed in Christ and respond by loving others intentionally.

    December gets messy, yeah? People say Christmas is the “season of love,” but sometimes it feels like the season of short tempers, long lines, and people losing their salvation in the Target parking lot. But here’s the real truth: Christmas is about love — but the uncluttered kind. Not the Hallmark, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Jeremiah, The Reluctant Prophet

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Dec 15, 2025
     | 106 views

    When one senses a call to preach, but is reluctant to respond, Jeremiah, the reluctant prophet can encourage them.

    JEREMIAH, THE RELUCTANT PROPHET Jeremiah 1:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. God chose several different ways to call the O.T. prophets. We would misuse the Scriptures if we attempted to show that God is still calling prophets in the same way today. B. Any who speak God’s word, however, can profit from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    View From The Cave PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,183 views

    Serve God in our current circumstances, continually seek His will, and respond quickly to His word.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving into an inspiring passage from 1 Samuel 22:1-5. This text will guide us to understand three important truths: Serve God where you are, Continue to seek God's will, and Be quick to respond to God's word. Before we get into the heart of ...read more

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    Labours Are Few PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,464 views

    Respond to God's call to action, serving as labourers in the plentiful spiritual harvest and guiding others towards faith.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters. It warms my heart to see so many of you here, ready to receive the Word of God. Today, we gather under the banner of faith, under the shared commitment to serve our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We come together, not merely as individuals, but as a community, united ...read more

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