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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Watchful Servants Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 3, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 29,637 views

    Jesus wants us to reflect on what we want to happen when He returns and to prepare our self for it right now. If you want to be prepared for Christ’s return you must prepare yourself through faithfulness.

    LUKE 12: 35-40. [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE WATCHFUL SERVANTS [Matthew 25:1-13 / John 12:23-26] Jesus has been teaching principles for kingdom living. He is preparing them for His departure and their ministry. He would be leaving His followers but He promised to return again for them at a future ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Women In The Church - Free To Serve As God Equips!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 15, 2022
     | 3,664 views

    A careful and self-aware reading of Scripture demonstrates that God uses men and women equally in the body of Christ. He equips and empowers for His glory. We are better off if we don't resist His hand of grace.

    May 2022 Sermon - Women in the Church - Acts 2:16-21; Galatians 3:26-29 Today we are beginning a short series on an issue that is very close to my heart. That issue is to do with the wellness of the body of Christ, the overall health of the church. And it’s to do with the responsibility of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Teaching Obedience To The Next Generation

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,550 views

    Saul hides behind his religion. Mafia hitmen rationalize, “Yes, I kill people but I’m really good to my mother.” We are incredibly good at self-deception. People hide behind their religion to evade obedience

    Today, I want to speak to parents and grandparents on raising children who have a stalwart character all their lives. Let’s look at one of the most interesting kings of ancient Israel, King Saul. Today’s Scripture The word of the Lord came to Samuel: 11 “I regret that I have made Saul king, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Search Me, O God Psalm 139:23-24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,305 views

    Embark on a journey of self-examination and surrender before our Creator. This psalm, penned by David, serves as a profound prayer for introspection and spiritual renewal. Let us explore its timeless truths and discover how they can transform our lives.

    Search Me, O God Psalm 139:23-24 Introduction: As we delve into Psalm 139:23-24 today, we embark on a journey of self-examination and surrender before our Creator. This psalm, penned by David, serves as a profound prayer for introspection and spiritual renewal. Let us explore its timeless truths ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Ask For Wisdom - James 1:5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 559 views

    We live in a world full of opinions, assumptions, and self-help philosophies. But God offers something far more powerful than guesswork or worldly wisdom. He offers His wisdom — divine insight, heavenly understanding, godly guidance.

    Go! And Ask for Wisdom James 1:5 (NLT): “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.” Introduction: The Simplicity and Power of Asking We live in a world full of opinions, assumptions, and self-help philosophies. Social media offers ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Whole Trouble Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 17, 2025
     | 243 views

    We’re broken by sin at the core—no self-fix will do. The gospel begins with bad news about us, but it points to the good news of Jesus. Based on "The Gospel According to Peanuts" by Robert L. Short.

    ### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Awkward Invites - The Translation by The Skit Guys "Peanuts, the famous cartoon strip, often assumes the form of a modern-day, Christian parable." (1) That is how Robert L. Short, author of the book The Gospel According to Peanuts, described Charles ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Real Sins Of Sodom

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 3, 2022
     | 2,503 views

    Is homosexuality the gravest sin of all? Isn't arrogance, pride, and self-exaltation at the root of all our sin? We must repent of the sin that contaminates us even as followers of the Christ if we wish to receive His blessing.

    “Behold, everyone who uses proverbs will use this proverb about you: ‘Like mother, like daughter.’ You are the daughter of your mother, who loathed her husband and her children; and you are the sister of your sisters, who loathed their husbands and their children. Your mother was a Hittite and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Searcher Of Hearts

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 69 ratings
     | 7,914 views

    Let the Searcher of Hearts lead you in the everlasting way.

    Isn’t it interesting, that the Psalmist ends his song with this invitation; “Search me, O God, and know my heart” Isn’t that kind of like inviting the neighborhood bully to take your lunch, while he’s sitting under a shade tree eating it? Or saying to your boss, “Hey, I’ll work this ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    What To Do With Dirty Feet

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 415 ratings
     | 47,436 views

    Humility and servanthood are the biblical pathway to genuine greatness. Jesus teaches this by example and precept as He washes the disciples feet.

    What to Do with Dirty Feet 11-24-02 Intro: Text: John 13:1-17 13:1It was just before the Passover Feast. Jesus knew that the time had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he now showed them the full extent of his love. 2The ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Gift Of Frankincense Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009
     | 5,724 views

    Part 2 in series The Three Gifts. Scripture records that the second gift given to Jesus by the Magi was frankincense – a gift given to a priest. In what way(s) is Jesus a priest?

    The Gift of Frankincense The Three Gifts, prt. 2 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers December 6, 2008 Matthew 2:11 (NRSV) 11 On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 1, 2026
     | 204 views

    Reject the greedy shepherds and rely on the Good Shepherd. Trust Him to bring you home, to bring you what you need, to bring you justice, to bring you together, and to bring you peace.

    A group of business leaders were touring a mental hospital, with one of them making some very insensitive and insulting remarks about the patients. After the tour was completed, the group met with various members of the mental hospital staff in the cafeteria. The unkind visitor chatted with Bill, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Ministry Of John The Baptist - Parts 1 & 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 8, 2025
     | 118 views

    When God breaks into human history, He calls His people to repentance, readiness, and radical obedience—and He raises courageous messengers to prepare the way for the coming King.

    The Ministry of John the Baptist (Parts 1 & 2) January 11, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:1-20 INTRODUCTION — WHEN GOD SPEAKS AFTER SILENCE There are moments in history when heaven seems quiet. We’ve talked a couple of times about how in Israel’s story, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Where's The Army?

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,120 views

    Today the church, the Christian, has changed God’s job description and prefers hiding within the four walls of the church, sitting in a pew, limiting God’s light. Believes for the most part have small visions centered on self-motivation

    Where’s The Army? 2 Tim 2:3-5 Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. And as Christ’s soldier, do not let yourself become tied up in the affairs of this life, for then you cannot satisfy the one who has enlisted you in his army. Follow the Lord’s rules for doing his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Kevin Phillips avatar

    How We Ought To Pray

    Contributed by Kevin Phillips on Dec 9, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 9,080 views

    An in-depth look through the New Testament examining 34 scriptural ways to pray. While it is outlined as one sermon, it can best be preached as a series divided over several services. The outline is self-explanitory and not too in depth. It would be ve

    INTRODUCTION One of the biggest struggles many Christians face is knowing how to pray. Some Christians think they know how to pray, but really pray unscripturally. Often, even those who know scriptural principles about prayer feel like they may be missing something in their prayer experience. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Contrasting Healthy And Unhealthy Ways Of Viewing Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,745 views

    Unhealthy Views of Spiritual Gifts-* Useful for gaining popularity, status and power * Useful for helping one stand out from the crowd * Useful for self-aggrandizement (Increasing one’s power, rank or wealth) * Useful for protecting oneself from other’

    Contrasting Healthy and Unhealthy Ways of Viewing Spiritual Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:6 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) Unhealthy Views of Spiritual Gifts * Useful for gaining popularity, status and power * Useful for helping one stand out from the crowd * Useful for self-aggrandizement ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational