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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 3, 2023
     | 2,990 views

    We are commanded by Christ to be both Salt and Light to the world.

    You Are – Matthew 5: 13 - 20 Intro: A minister was making a wooden trellis to support a climbing vine. As he was pounding away, he noticed a little boy who was watching him. The youngster didn’t say a word, so the preacher kept on working, thinking the las would ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Pursuit (Romans 12:1-2) Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 3, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,690 views

    We use the phrase "The Pursuit of Jesus" all the time. But what happens when we catch Him? And at the end of the day, is it we who are pursuing Jesus, or is it the other way around?

    The Pursuit Romans 12 Good morning! Please turn to Romans 12. This week I spent way more time than I should have watching greyhound races. Don’t worry. I wasn’t betting any money. But I had heard a sermon illustration that talked about what happened at a greyhound race one time when the rabbit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Do In Pain Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025
     | 151 views

    God is not the author of pain or suffering.

    A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Better Together

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025
     | 266 views

    Faith alive through love turns duty into delight and fear into joy, showing the world what Jesus looks like.

    Introduction — A Love That Moves You A few months ago, a young man named Daniel was driving home from work late one evening when he saw smoke billowing from a house on the corner of his street. Most people would have slowed down, maybe called 911, and waited for someone else to handle it. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    What The World Needs Now

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 97 views

    Jesus reaches the world through His people today. When we love like Him, our city sees Him. We were made for this time.

    INTRODUCTION — The World Is Exhausted… And It Shows I saw a shirt the other day that said: “Running on coffee and a playlist of coping mechanisms.” It felt a little too accurate. Our world is full of people who… • are overwhelmed by their calendars • carry silent battles in their minds • keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    What The World Needs Now

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025
     | 100 views

    Jesus reaches the world through His people today. When we love like Him, our city sees Him. We were made for this time.

    INTRODUCTION — The World Is Exhausted… And It Shows I saw a shirt the other day that said: “Running on coffee and a playlist of coping mechanisms.” It felt a little too accurate. Our world is full of people who… • are overwhelmed by their calendars • carry silent battles in their minds • keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Love Won’t Walk By

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 25, 2025
     | 150 views

    Loving Christians refuse to walk past suffering; they see, feel, and act with Christlike compassion that changes lives for eternity.

    It was just after sunset on a chilly evening in Chicago. The streets pulsed with life—horns, footsteps, laughter, rushing commuters. The Michigan Avenue Bridge glittered with lights reflecting off the black water below. Thousands passed across it every hour. But on this particular night, one man ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Changing Hearers Into Doers

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Sep 24, 2012
    based on 87 ratings
     | 40,745 views

    Leading the Church through change and growth.

    “Changing Hearers into Doers” "But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only" James 1:22 (KJV) Intro: Do you think God ever gets frustrated with us? I’m going to give you some time to think about your answer to that question. The answer is not a simple “yes or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    O Lord It's Hard To Be Humble

    Contributed by David N. Clay on Feb 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,852 views

    Philippians 2:5-11 tells us how to be humble. How to have a selfless mind, a sacrificial mind, and a serving mind.

    Humility Years ago there was this funny song about humility. The chorus went something like this… Oh Lord it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way. I can't wait to look in the mirror cause I get better looking each day. To know me is to love me I must be a heck of a man. Oh ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hour Has Come PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 960 views

    This sermon explores sacrificial submission and selfless surrender, encouraging believers to release their lives into Christ's hands for spiritual growth and eternal life.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space of reflection and revelation, where we gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to dig into the fertile soil of His word. We come together, not as strangers passing in the night, but as a family, bound by the love of Christ and the shared pursuit of ...read more

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    Imitate Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,304 views

    Our goal in life should be to imitate Jesus and love others like He did. His love was extraordinary, unconditional, and selfless.

    Alright, guys, today we're going to talk about the most powerful thing ever: Love. We're supposed to be like Jesus, especially when it comes to loving others. Jesus' love was next-level and didn't depend on what we did. It was all about giving, not getting. Let's try to love like that. Imagine ...read more

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    Lesson 5 Ephesians: My Wealth, Walk, And Warfare

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2009
     | 839 views

    The two sides to salvation, that of our action and the action of Christ.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Walking in two worlds. In the Upper Room discourse, Jesus promised, “Ye in Me, and I in you” (John 14:20). 2. “I in you.” Happens when we ask Christ to come into our life. “But as many as received (Christ) Him . . . become the children of God” (John 1:12). 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Desire To Bless Others

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025
     | 443 views

    The desire to bless others is a powerful spiritual posture that honours God and enriches lives. It requires a heart attuned to God’s love, a willingness to give without expectation, and faith that God will multiply the seed sown.

    THE DESIRE TO BLESS OTHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:2 Supporting Texts: 2 Kings 4:8-17, Proverbs 11:25, Acts 20:35, Luke 6:38, Romans 12:13 INTRODUCTION: Blessing others is a divine principle that echoes throughout Scripture. It reflects the heart of God, who delights in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living A Life Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025
     | 489 views

    Living a life of humility is not optional for the believer—it is essential. It draws us nearer to God, opens the doors of favour, and makes us usable in His hands.

    LIVING A LIFE OF HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-11 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 22:4, Micah 6:8, Matthew 23:12 INTRODUCTION: Humility is one of the foundational virtues of the Christian life. It is the attitude that aligns us with God’s heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Humble Service Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025
     | 441 views

    In a world driven by pride, status, and recognition, the concept of humble service seems outdated. Yet, it remains the foundation of true greatness in the Kingdom of God.

    HUMBLE SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:12-17 Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:5–11, Matthew 23:11-12, Mark 10:43–45, Galatians 5:13, Colossians 3:23–24 INTRODUCTION: In a world driven by pride, status, and recognition, the concept of humble service seems outdated. Yet, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God