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  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Feeding On Christ

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 13, 2019
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     | 15,430 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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    40. Justification Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 6, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,985 views

    Our motivation to respond to God's love changes completely when we move from Law to Grace

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 40 - JUSTIFICATION] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    He's Alive Series

    Contributed by Randall James on Apr 22, 2019
     | 6,030 views

    People have responded differently to the Resurrection. This message is about the doubters, memorialists, show-offs, superstitious, and the transformed.

    I don’t have any Easter jokes for you today, but I did come across some Easter quotes that I think you’ll regret hearing. Al Jamal said: “My father was so cheap. Every Easter we’d wear the same clothes, but he’d take us to a different church.” Melanie White said these two things about Easter: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "macedonia Call"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 18, 2019
     | 5,572 views

    The sermon explains what Is the Macedonia call, Who receives the call, and how can we respond to the call.

    “The Macedonia Call” Acts 16:9-15 1. What is The Macedonia Call • It’s the call to help those in need it a God given vision to GO • It’s what Jesus told us to do, “19Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them inA the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Nations Are Shaken

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 3, 2016
     | 7,189 views

    When threatened by hostile states, how shall a nation respond? And who shall lead the nation to deliverance?

    “The LORD brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; he frustrates the plans of the peoples. The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the plans of his heart to all generations. Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage! The LORD looks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Confidence In A Chaotic World Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 13, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,507 views

    Daniel's response to a kingdom wide crisis teaches Christians how to respond to today's decaying moral culture.

    If College students in America today represent the future of our nation, we are in great trouble! Perhaps you have seen one of those “man on the street” interviews on a college campus where students are unable to provide even the most basic details of American History, the political ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Can I Get A Witness? Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 28, 2024
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     | 1,075 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
     | 572 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
     | 203 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
     | 122 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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    Listening & Doing Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 766 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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    View From The Cave PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,199 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
     | 1,487 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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    The Lordship Of Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 907 views

    This sermon explores the profound implications of recognizing, revering, and responding to the Lordship of Jesus in every aspect of our lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. We find ourselves today in the comforting embrace of fellowship, ready to ponder the profound truths of our faith. We are here to reflect on the Lordship of Jesus, a theme so central to our ...read more

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    Calling You To Something Better

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,145 views

    Naaman had everything going for him in his life except one thing - he needed cleansing!

    March 11, 2007 Morning Worship Text: 2 Kings 5:1-15 Subject: The Fullness of a Life in Christ Title: Calling You to Something Better I don’t know if you’ve noticed it or not, but I have been preaching really hard about going to the next level in your relationship with the Lord. Now some of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God