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  • David Dunn avatar

    God Speaks My Language

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025
     | 107 views

    God continually reveals Himself within the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual framework of the people He seeks to redeem.

    (A Reflective Message) --- Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still see ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023
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     | 1,082 views

    Explores the transformative power of baptism and belief, emphasizing baptism as a divine encounter with God's grace and a rebirth in the Spirit.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather with you today, to stand shoulder to shoulder in this sacred space, united by our shared love for the Lord. It's in these moments, when we come together to seek His wisdom, that we truly feel the warmth of His love enveloping us, don't we? ...read more

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    Learning To Listen PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 731 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, the fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus, and the importance of praising God for His unwavering faithfulness.

    Good morning, dear family of God. We are gathered here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters, united by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom that He has graciously bestowed upon us through His holy Word. ...read more

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    Go! And Hear The Roar Of God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 700 views

    The roar of God’s holiness thunders through the book of Amos. It is a warning, a call to repentance, but also a signpost pointing us to Jesus Christ—the only One who can rescue us from judgment and bring us into eternal life.

    Go! And Hear the Roar of God A Sermon from the Book of Amos Introduction – The Lion Has Roared Imagine walking through the African savannah at night. The stars are bright above you, the wind is calm, but suddenly… you hear it. The deep, rolling roar of a lion. That sound shakes you. It demands ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "a Call To Healing"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 8, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,734 views

    A sermon about how, in God's eyes, everyone matters.

    “A Call to Healing” Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 In a 2016 interview in The New York Times, award-winning actor Ben Affleck reflected on the pressure to hide our broken areas. When he watches other movies that strain to make their heroes entirely likable and valiant, Affleck said, “I find that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sermon # 3 - Going The Wrong Way Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 28, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,409 views

    What is God’s purpose for establishing the church? Are we fulfilling this purpose or running in the wrong direction like Jonah did? As a church may we realize our purpose and fulfill it at all cost.

    We read in Jonah 1:3, “But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the LORD. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD.” (ESV) The word of the Lord we saw in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Challenging Legalism Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 29, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 19,735 views

    This is the 17th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#17] CHALLENGING LEGALISM Luke 6:1-11 Introduction: The Pharisees were an important religious group in ancient Judaism who followed many laws and rules. The Torah, which is the 1st 5 Books of the Bible, has 613 commandments. The Pharisees added even more rules and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Door Of Action Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,442 views

    This is the 10th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom".

    Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom (Galatians) #10 THE DOOR OF ACTION Galatians 6:1-18 Introduction: 1. Nike slogan: “Just Do It”! 2. We need to stop talking and take action. 3. This is probably most Christians’ greatest barrier to experiencing joy of their salvation. Galatians 6:1-10 Key #1: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Connected (Pt. 3)

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 2,650 views

    This sermon talks about the steps to beginning the process of abiding in Christ.

    Nov. 23, 2003 John 15 “Getting connected” (pt. 3) NOTE: All quotes unless otherwise indicated are from Secrets of the Vine by Bruce Wilkinson INTRODUCTION Crystal Finley gave birth last week. For almost 9 months, that child has been abiding in her mother’s womb. They have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Motivation? Part Ii

    Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,740 views

    When we have our motivation focused correctly, that is, we are doing something for God, God will honor that dedication and commitment with blessing our lives.

    Title: What’s your Motivation? Part II Scripture: Acts 23 The following is by Paul Anka & Frank Sinatra As performed by Frank Sinatra Hit # 27 on the Top 40 charts in 1969 And now, the end is near, and so I face, the final curtain. My friend, I’ll say it clear, I’ll state my case, of which I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What Are You Celebrating - Easter Vs Resurrection Sunday

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 1, 2010
    based on 37 ratings
     | 53,183 views

    Many people celebrate Easter thinking they are celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, but truly they are being destroyed celebrating a false god. Not your traditional Easter sermon.

    “What are you Celebrating” Resurrection Sunday vs. Easter By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Mark 16:1-6 “And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the [mother] of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him. And very early in the morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Behold The Lamb Praised Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 16, 2015
     | 5,545 views

    “Behold the Lamb of God” was promised, He was prepared and He has been provided and it is the time to be praised.

    Behold the Lamb Praised Behold the Lamb Series 4 Sermon outline from Dr. Adrian Rogers former pastor of Belleview Baptist Church, Memphis, TN Luke 2:21-38 Monte T. Brown December 14, 2014 Sunday Morning Stapp Zoe Baptist Introduction This coming Thursday is Christmas, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dining With The Enemy Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 21, 2012
     | 8,009 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke 11: 37 – 54

    Luke 11: 37 – 54 Dining With The Enemy 37 And as He spoke, a certain Pharisee asked Him to dine with him. So He went in and sat down to eat. 38 When the Pharisee saw it, he marveled that He had not first washed before dinner. 39 Then the Lord said to him, “Now you Pharisees make the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Jesus In The Old Testament: Jesus In The Law Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 11, 2018
     | 3,588 views

    This message explores Jesus' connection to the Old Testament, particularly in the laws of sacrifice and atonement, and how the Old Testament sacrificial system was necessary, pointing us the the long awaited Messiah who would be the Lamb of God sacrificed for the sins of the world.

    Jesus in the Old Testament - Jesus in the Law - November 11, 2018 Today we’re continuing part 2 of a 4-week series on Jesus in the Old Testament. Last week we looked at Jesus Christ in Creation, and today we’re looking at Jesus in the Law. Put up your hand if you want the world to live in peace? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas: Gifts Of The Magi (Frankincense) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,898 views

    In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part two: Frankincense.

    The Gifts of the Magi (Frankincense) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/17/2017 If you’re just joining us, we’re using the three Sundays leading up to Christmas to talk about Christmas presents. No, we’re not taking turns reading our Christmas wish-lists. Rather, we’re taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church