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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Mindset: Controlling Anger Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022
     | 1,606 views

    Using the story of Cain and Able this message deals with what happens when we have a mindset of anger.

    Introduction Opening Illustration “Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time.” -Hebrews 12: 15 Max Lucado begins Chapter 11 (“Revenge Feels Good, But Then . . .”) of You’ll Get Through This with the story of businessman ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Funeral Message

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 4, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 21,564 views

    No matter what happens, we can trust God’s timing. Since our time on earth is limited, let’s make the most of the time we have left.

    Prelude: Amazing Grace Opening Song: The Old Rugged Cross Welcome I can think of four reasons for us to gather today. First, we’re going to remember Sheryll and celebrate who God created her to be. Second, it’s a time for us to begin the process of saying good-bye. Third, we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We The Rich Man Or Lazarus?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Oct 9, 2022
     | 3,021 views

    have we been faithful to Jesus or our own desires?

    ARE WE THE RICH MAN OR LAZARUS? LUKE 16:19-31 This is another one of these parables attributed to Jesus that causes consternation to preachers everywhere. Throughout the New Testament, Jesus always preaches God's love and grace and sacrificed his life so that we all can have eternal life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Concept Of The Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024
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    This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus Christ's blood, our redemption through His sacrifice, and the hope we have in God's unfathomable love.

    Warm greetings and welcome to this blessed gathering! We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, gathered in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are filled with gratitude, and our spirits are ready to receive the nourishing word of God, a word that has the power to ...read more

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  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    Solomon The Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccesfully To Be Happy

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Aug 4, 2023
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    Solomon could be the wealthiest and wisest person in all of history. He ran down every possible road we travel to find it, but didn't. In the end he said the best road in life comes from obeying Go

    Solomon - The Unhappy Billionaire Who Tried Unsuccessfully to Be Happy By Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net “The Lord highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal splendor such as no king over Israel ever had before / God was with him and made him great.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thinking More About Heaven Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Dec 27, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,414 views

    This series, entitled Heaven Is Our Home, is intended to help you think more about Heaven, order your personal life with Heaven in mind, and stir up a heart for evangelism.

    9By faith he made his home in the promised land like a stranger in a foreign country; he lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. 10For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. Hebrews 11:9-10 21For to me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Have No Fear, God Is Here! Series

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 22, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 18,473 views

    A vibrant tale of Joshua and Caleb’s fearless feat of entering Canaan.

    “No Fear” Series Have No Fear, God Is Here! Fear Not 10/2/02 I. Introduction No Fear T-shirts a. I’ve Never Lost (but I have been a little behind when time ran out) b. It’s not the pace of life that scares me. It’s the sudden stop at the end. II. What is Fear? a. Anxiety caused by real or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Community Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 18, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,334 views

    Second in a series looking to inject our prayer lives with Biblical truths that can empower our prayer life. This message looks at the power of praying together, in community.

    There was once a pastor who had a little five-year-old daughter, and the little girl noticed that every time her dad stood behind the pulpit, and was getting ready to preach he would bow his head for moment before he began to preach. The little girl noticed that he did this every time. So one day ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    First Things First

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 33,865 views

    Seek first the Kingdom of God.

    "First Things First" Matthew 6:25-33 In the ancient Arabian folktale, Aladdin, Aladdin is the lazy son of a poor Chinese tailor. After his father's death, he meets a magician who says that he is Aladdin's uncle. The magician convinces Aladdin to go after a beautiful lamp that is hidden in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Step From Zero To Hero

    Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 23, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,701 views

    This is a topical message. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to hero” scenarios. The latter always contains a humble person trusting God and continuing on. Here are Eight Reasons why Christians should not quit.

    November 25, 2001-- AM THE STEP FROM ZERO TO HERO James 1:12 INTRODUCTION: (1) Stories people who fall from success are instructive. Even more helpful are the accounts of people who overcome or capitalize on setbacks. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Fight Temptation

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,746 views

    This message is aimed to help people fight temptation.

    How to Fight Temptation James 1:12-18 Mark Anthony was known as the silver-throated orator of Rome. He was a brilliant man, strong leader, and a courageous soldier. But the one thing he lacked was the strength to say ‘no’ to temptation. On the outside he was impressive and magnificent. But on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Danger Of Fair Weather Faith Series

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,839 views

    A sermon series on Job

    “God is Good..All the time!” “The Danger of Fair Weather Faith” Job 1:1-12 An elderly lady walked into the local Baptist Church. An usher recognized her as a newcomer and said, “Welcome, where would you like to sit?” She said, “On the front row, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Watchful Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 9, 2014
     | 11,595 views

    Are you watchful, attentive and careful with the words you speak to others? In this message, we will learn from the life of Jacob on how to improve our Christian character for the better to be a good testimony to others.

    BEING WATCHFUL Text: Genesis 31:24 (NIV) "Then God came to Laban the Aramean in a dream at night and said to him, “Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.” Do you know that many times, we are not aware of the destructive and harmful words that we say to people ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Sin - Whose Fault Is It? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 6, 2014
    based on 28 ratings
     | 43,777 views

    Whose fault was it that Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden? Was it all THEIR fault? Did Satan influence Eve's choice? Was God at fault for their failure?

    OPEN: One of the most popular Christian Hymns of all time was written in the 1700’s by a man named John Newton. Does anybody know the name of that hymn? (Amazing Grace) It’s such a popular hymn that it has been sung by numerous singers down through the years including such artists as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Red, White, Blue & You

    Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 6, 2022
     | 6,523 views

    In this Fourth of July sermon, Pastor Ed Young uses the colors of the American flag to illustrate biblical principles that can help us experience true liberation from our sins and find true freedom through a relationship with Christ.

    RED, WHITE, BLUE, AND YOU FREEDOM EXPERIENCE 07/03/2022 – 9:30AM ED YOUNG Have you ever painted anything before? I'm sure you have. You've painted a house, a room. Maybe you like to paint acrylic, watercolor, whatever. As I spoke about last night, it's incredible how paint is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational