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  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Birth Pains

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 1, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,566 views

    One of the saddest consequences of sin is that one of God’s greatest blessings is accompanied by some of the greatest pain a person can endure and that is the birth of a child.

    Birth Pains By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- The other day a fellow Bishop and I were communicating and expressing our concerns about what is going on in the world. Both of us have 2 sons, neither of our sons have ever been in any trouble with the law or anything like that. As a ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    "The Sweeping Victory"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 19, 2014
     | 6,926 views

    If God is for us, who can be against us?

    Romans 8:18-39 "The Sweeping Victory" A woman, who was terribly sick in the hospital tells the following story: "I sat in the bathroom. It was the middle of the night. No people, no 'miracle' medicine, no strength left. I was too tired to fight. I sat there—four walls surrounding ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Two Travelers Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 23, 2022
     | 5,878 views

    Each of us travels on a journey through this life. Each day presents new challenges and choices. Each day we choose which path we will travel and those choices determine where we arrive at the end of the day.

    The Two Travelers Matthew 7: 13-14 As we continue our study in the Sermon on the Mount, we come to a passage that all need to hear in our day. This is a passage that all can relate and understand. Here Jesus speaks of the way we are traveling and the course of life we are on. These are two courses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    These Are The Days Of Elijah – "Days Like These Require A Sustained Effort”

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 22, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,651 views

    During Elisha’s ministry, the Jordan River parted instantly, poisoned waters were healed, the borrowed iron ax head flowed to the surface, dead children had been raised to life, but the miracle Israel needed now would be difficult. This miracle will require a sustained effort.

    What a great blessing Elisha had been to the nation of Israel. He faithfully used his God given double portion for the benefit of others. Israel was facing another persistent enemy, the Syrians. Prophet Elisha is on his death bed, over 80 years old in a weakened condition, yet God’s people are ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • John Bright avatar

    When You Know That You Know Because You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Aug 5, 2021
     | 2,125 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

    “When You Know That You Know Because You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know” Luke 8:9-10 A sermon for 8/1/21 Pastor John Bright - Harmony & Swansonville UMC I want to take time today and look closely at two verses in this new section of Luke 8. Next week, I will need your help to “un-pack” the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Kingdom Keys - Numbers Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 30, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,917 views

    Obedience is a declaration against the complacency of the flesh and a commitment to a faith in the unseen.

    So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried the one year plan. You were faithful with the reading plan and then you came to Leviticus. You tried to read it but every time you picked up The Book it got heavier and heavier until you stopped picking it up. You gave yourself an out - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Proof And The Promise (Transfiguration Sunday 2023)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 17, 2023
     | 1,591 views

    Peter had his experience of the transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ against his opponents whose credibility could not hold water!

    THE PROOF and the PROMISE (Transfiguration Sunday 2023) 2 Peter 1:16-21  For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty.  (17)  For he received honor and glory from ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Stand Strong

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 12, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,684 views

    An entire teaching/preaching from the book of, Ephesians. This message became the crescendo of the book, all verses, and in Ephesians 6. 10–18

    Stand Strong. Ephesians 6.10-24AMP Whether we want to face it or not, the world is in a spiritual battle. We are to be strong Christians, not weak Christians. Charles Swindoll in his commentary on, Ephesians, he states, Ephesians 1-3, Is all about ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    God Cares For You Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 8, 2023
     | 2,082 views

    The world is full of problems, hurts and pains. God cares for you. Jesus loves you and remembers you. He reaches out with compassion and grace. Happy Easter.

    Easter 2023 Text: Mathew 28:1-20 Theme: God cares for you Greetings: The Lord is good and his endures forever. Happy Easter! Happy resurrection day!! Introduction: From Matthew 28:1-20, I would like to share with you three lessons on this day of the resurrection of Christ under the theme of GOD ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Faith Soars! Fear Crawls.

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 15, 2022
     | 2,910 views

    Many Christians have settled for survival existence; they’re not expecting the abundance or the supernatural of God. They have been crippled by anxiety, disappointments, or fears. God commands us to wake up to faith.

    FAITH SOARS! FEAR CRAWLS. 2 Tim 1:6-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of things in our lives that cause us to worry. Rick Majerus, men’s basketball coach at the University of Utah, recently captured a common concern: “Everyone’s worried about the economy this year. Hey, my hairline is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Convincing Salutation Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 5, 2026
     | 103 views

    Paul sought to address the challenges within Galatia regarding false teaching and many of the believers there being tempted to move away from the truth of the gospel, being influenced by the Judaizers who refused to accept the gospel by grace through faith alone.

    A Convincing Salutation Galatians 1:1-5 Today, I want to begin our journey through the book Paul wrote to the believers in Galatia. Many scholars agree that Galatians was one of the earliest of Paul’s letters, likely written somewhere around 49-50 AD. This early date assumes Paul was writing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    To What End? Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022
     | 1,199 views

    Both the arrogant rich and the suffering poor get the same message: “today is not all there is.”

    Almost every commentator and preacher I looked at while preparing this sermon splits this passage of James into two parts. The first part, v. 1-6, is a discussion of the danger of depending on wealth. The second part, v. 7-11, typically focus on patience. Well, I’m going to buck the trend. Because ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Trials And Temptations

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,256 views

    God tested the Israelites in the desert to know what was in their hearts, and tested Abraham’s faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac. God allows external hardships or difficult situations produce good qualities in us.

    Opening illustration: Illustrate the difference between Temptation and Trial. Introduction: In the New Testament, the same Greek word (peirazo) is used for trial, test, and temptation. The basic meaning of peirazo is to test something to determine its response, value, or character. When peirazo is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kory Labbe avatar

    Holy Spirit: The Spirit Gives Us Power Series

    Contributed by Kory Labbe on Aug 10, 2025
     | 229 views

    WE BELIEVE that the baptism in the Holy Spirit is given to believers who ask for it. This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of new birth. Spirit baptism gives believers power to live and serve God and gifts to fulfill the mission of the Church...

    Pentecost: The Spirit Gives us Power 1 After the death and resurrection of Jesus, he appeared over a period of 40 days to about 500 of his followers (Acts 1:3). At His last appearance, before He ascended to heaven, He gave the great promise of Spirit Baptism to His followers (Acts 1:4-8). Then, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Two Paths, Two Destinies Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 25, 2025
     | 449 views

    The Christian life demands that we endure God's tests to receive the crown of life, while simultaneously taking full responsibility for the internal temptations that, if unchecked, arise from our own desires and lead to spiritual death.

    Introduction: The Finish Line Many of us know the feeling of a great test. Perhaps it was a final exam in university that determined your grade for the entire semester. Maybe it was a major project or presentation at work, with your career on the line. Or maybe it was a physical challenge, like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist