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  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Ash Moments

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 23, 2023
     | 3,749 views

    What do you do with your sack cloth and ash moments - the times when the fires of life overwhelm you?

    Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3; Daniel 9:3 Theme: Ash Moments Proposition: 1. There is a Time and Place for Ashes 2. God can Take Our Ashes and Transform into Beauty INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helen’s erupted. For nine ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The One Way Journey Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 5, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,455 views

    There's an old invitation song that says "no turning back." What does that mean for us?

    OPEN: I love to watch videos and read articles about outer space. Over the past few years mankind has explored numerous planets, moons and asteroids in our solar system. In fact, more than 40 years ago, American launched two spacecraft named “Voyager” and both of them have gone so far out into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Characterization Of Christian Love

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 19, 2021
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     | 5,554 views

    What is the difference between Christian Love and the way the world's love? The answer is astonishing

    Introduction I’ve always loved limericks: “There once were 2 cats from Kilkenny Each thought there was one cat too many They fought and they spit, and they clawed and they bit. Till instead of two cats… there weren't any.” (Pulpit Helps) Now that strikes us as funny because we can picture cats ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Rapture: Are You Ready?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 29, 2013
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,158 views

    The Rapture is not a side-show of the Gospel, but a main attraction that should capture our attention.What is the Rapture? What are its 4 benefits? And what are the 7 indisputable signs that the Rapture is about to occur?

    THE RAPTURE: ARE YOU READY? INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. JOKE #1 Pizza or Mobster? The following are either actual mobster nicknames or pizza specials. Can you tell which is which? 1. Big Tuna 2. Pistol Pete 3. Greasy Thumb 4. The Greek 5. Meatball 6. Lucky 7 7. Johnny Sausage 8. Big Brother 9. Burger ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Shadow, The Substance And The Savior

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 4, 2016
     | 6,074 views

    A message to encourage believers in difficult times.

    "The Shadow, the Substance and the Savior" Hebrews 12:18 For ye are not come unto the mount that might be touched, and that burned with fire, nor unto blackness, and darkness, and tempest, 19 And the sound of a trumpet, and the voice of words; which voice they that heard intreated that the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "he Ascended Into Heaven"

    Contributed by Robert Walderman on Sep 21, 2020
     | 3,250 views

    Of all the aspects of Christ’s life, his birth, life, death and resurrection, the ascension gets little attention. This is unfortunate because it is something of the ‘Ticker-tape’ parade in God’s plan and yet few show up to applaud.

    If you are a sports fan you love the game. You follow your team through the season, whether baseball or football, through the hard fought wins and crushing defeats. The excitement increase should your team make the playoffs. Each game now carries greater importance. In fact, in football loose and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace From Galatians (8 Of 19)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022
     | 1,500 views

    One of the exciting things in the Christian life is to see someone come to know the Lord as their Savior. To know without a doubt that they have been gloriously saved from the bondage of sin.

    However, one of the saddest things in the Christian life is to see someone who professes to know the Lord but lives their life in such a way as to cast doubt on their salvation. Illus: Evangelist Ding Teuling is often asked how many were converted in some of his meetings. He tells them he really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ebenezer: The Stone Of Help Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 883 views

    Israel had just repented of idol-worship at Mizpeh. The Philistines, mortal enemies at the time, came close enough to cause Israel panic. Samuel prayed, the LORD delivered, and Samuel established the memorial stone of Ebenezer.

    Ebenezer: The Stone of Help (Based on a sermon preached Sunday evening, May 18, 2025 at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Ebenezer. The name reminds us (me, anyway) of some characters I’d rather forget—as in, Scrooge. The word almost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Book Of Lamentations – Part 30 – These Two Verses Look At God’s Protecting Anger Against Those Who Persecute His Own Believers - Chapter 3:65-66 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025
     | 248 views

    If one opposes God’s own people, he comes under the judgment and curse of God. What does it mean, “God hardens the heart?” Let us examine what the CURSE of God means and trace some of the mentions. God’s anger was/is/will be displayed against persecutors and mockers. Grace considered.

    THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 30 – THESE TWO VERSES LOOK AT GOD’S PROTECTING ANGER AGAINST THOSE WHO PERSECUTE HIS OWN BELIEVERS - CHAPTER 3:65-66 Now we conclude Chapter 3 with the last two verses. They are God’s response to the wicked and the mockers. It is a dangerous thing to be opposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Realization Of God’s Guidance-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 21, 2025
     | 174 views

    1 of ? Luke records prophetic events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist. God’s ‘guidance’(1:79) has been realized or brought to fruition. ?How is God’s guidance realized? God’s guidance is realized thru a Prophetic...

    The REALIZATION Of GOD’s GUIDANCE-I—Luke 1:57-80 Attention: The following is just a short testament to a lack of lasting peace among God’s people, Israel: Some 30 years after the death, burial, resurrection, & ascension of Jesus Christ, the Jewish temple was decimated by the Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    32. Lord Abner: When Power Shifts And Hearts Are Revealed Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 18, 2025
     | 184 views

    A man named Abner, who secretly controlled a weak king, manipulated the kingdom for his own power, and almost reshaped the nation from the shadows. This is one of the most politically charged, tension-filled chapters in David’s rise to the throne.

    Lord Abner: When Power Shifts and Hearts Are Revealed November 19, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 3:1-12 When you look back through history, there are always certain figures who never wear a crown, never win an election, and never sit on a throne — yet somehow, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Boy Jesus In The Temple Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 5, 2025
     | 338 views

    Even as a twelve-year-old boy, Jesus reveals His divine identity, His submission to the Father’s will, and His call for us to prioritize the things of God above all else. Every parent knows the moment when a child does or says something that suddenly reveals who they truly are becoming.

    The Boy Jesus in the Temple January 4, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 2:41-51 INTRODUCTION — A MOMENT OF REVELATION Even as a twelve-year-old boy, Jesus reveals His divine identity, His submission to the Father’s will, and His call for us to prioritize the things of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Birth Of Jesus The Savior

    Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Dec 21, 2025
     | 172 views

    Of all births, there is none greater than the birth of Jesus Christ. This is because the birth of Christ was not the birth of an ordinary human being, but the Son of God becoming a human being and coming to this world.

    Introduction When a baby is born, everyone is excited. No matter how great a person is, he or she starts off as a newborn. However, despite these expectations, almost everyone lives an ordinary life and then dies. Throughout human history, countless young lives have been born. History can be said ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Until The End Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Sep 24, 2025
     | 443 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

    “Until the End” 1 Peter 4:7-11 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 4 “7 But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. 8 And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” 9 Be hospitable to one another without ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Coming – Ready Or Not

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025
     | 417 views

    Jesus is coming; live ready now by trusting Him, loving boldly, and building His kingdom through faithful service and everyday holiness.

    Introduction – Childhood Game When I was a little boy growing up in the Himalaya Mountains of northern India, one of my favorite games was hide-and-seek. Can you picture it? The thin mountain air, the smell of pine, the deep silence between giggles as I squeezed into some “secret” spot. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist