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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    The Crisis Of Christian Identity Theft

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 9, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,544 views

    People who feel a deep emptiness or a great deal of self-doubt can also feel as if their identity is being stolen

    I have always been a 'car guy.' I have had a serious interest in them for as long as I can remember. I also worked in the Automobile Industry and wrenched on so many vehicles I owned over the years that I have lost count. Countless years ago, when I was a teenager, I had a car that was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What We Can Learn From The Past (New Year’s Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 16, 2022
     | 1,696 views

    When President Bill Clinton was going through a sex scandal with Monica Lewinski, the pundits in Washington could not figure out how he could survive this scandal POLITICALLY and PHYSICALLY.

    That is, almost daily he appeared on television, and it seemed like the very serious allegations that were being leveled against him were not phasing him in the slightest. • Some said it was because he is shameless • Others, pundits in Washington, had a different take on it. They said, the only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "4 Steps To Overcome Fear?” In 1 Ki 19:1 -18

    Contributed by William Tan Yh on Oct 22, 2021
     | 5,105 views

    We all have experienced fear before. It can hinder us from moving forward. We can learn from this story what are the steps we can take to overcome fear before fear overcome us.

    “4 STEPS TO OVERCOME FEAR?” in 1 Ki 19:1 -18 Good evening Brothers and Sisters, welcome to Upperlight Meeting. The title of my message is Fear is irrational and can be a powerful force to reckon with. Sometimes it comes suddenly, at other times it gradually builds up over time. But we all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Choosing Sides

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,047 views

    No matter who or what you are committed to, if Christ is not put first, all the other allegiances suffer as well.

    A few years ago, my sister played the female lead in a community theater production of a play called “Pack of Lies.” It was about a couple whose neighbors across the street were suspected of espionage; the British Secret Service asked their permission to establish a surveillance on them from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparation Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,971 views

    Sermon based on Matthew 6:5-8 - Helps hearers prepare to develop their prayer lives

    “PREPARATION” Matthew 6:5-8 FBCF – 2/7/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Old joke – Airplane w/ serious engine trouble was rapidly losing altitude & falling toward the earth. Pilot contacted nearest control tower: “Pilot to tower, pilot to tower – We are 400 miles from land, 800 feet above water, & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reflectors Of Holiness.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 22, 2021
     | 3,102 views

    Eight new cadets join us this year. Six are currently resident in Fiji and at the Training college, two are learning online from Tonga with the hope that they will join us soon in Fiji. This message is a re-work on one that I had previously delivered as part of a series.

    Reflectors of Holiness, welcome message. There are times in our lives when we feel alone, other times when we know that we are part of community, family something bigger than ourselves. There are also if we are in step with him that we know we have a closeness to God that is undeniable. Those ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The One-Verse Spiritual Diagnosis

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 26, 2021
     | 2,592 views

    Our Sovereign LORD uses His word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to get us to stop and consider that the walk we claim to have with Him sometimes needs an honest diagnosis and correction.

    The Scriptures are harmonious. That is, they are all woven together without discrepancy or contradiction in God's communication with His creation. He does not send "mixed messages", nor does He have to add or delete anything that has been presented in the Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Stumbling Blocks

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 16, 2021
     | 4,799 views

    Why do people disconnect from Christ and the church? We must not cause "these little ones" to stumble.

    NO STUMBLING BLOCKS—Mark 9:38-50 This morning, we face a troubling reality: Many Americans are moving away from Christ and the church. Some are high-profile influencers, who might say they are “done” with church, or “deconstructing” their faith. Others are ordinary people—maybe people we know—who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus And The One Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 7,657 views

    The one who is lost and separated from the Father. Four insights about Jesus and The One: The One is drawn to Jesus, Jesus loved being with The One, people isolate themselves from The One, Christ-followers must overcome isolation to do life with the one.

    January 15 Jesus and The One Luke 15:1-2 The One=the one who is lost and separated from the Father Four insights about Jesus and The One: 1. The One is drawn to Jesus 2. Jesus loved being with The One 3. Some people isolate themselves from The One 4. Christ-followers must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Fast Do Not Exploit! Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 14, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,502 views

    Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many health concerns at large.

    When you Fast do not exploit A very challenging theme this morning: “When you fast do not exploit”. Indeed it has become quite a challenge to practice the discipline of fasting from food in a society today which is dominated by changing work environments, time structures, consumerism and many ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Forgotten God: Will Work For Change Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 28, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 293 views

    Who is the Holy Spirit? What if you knew the role that He has in our living a godly life? Get ready to learn about the amazing changes that the Holy Spirit works in our lives!

    Forgotten God: Will Work for Change Romans 8:1-17 Pastor Steve began the series, Forgotten God, three Sundays ago. He pointed out that the Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force but a Person. That the Holy Spirit is God, just as our Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ are God. All three are the ...read more

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    Joy: A Gift From God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,965 views

    This sermon explores joy as a divine gift from God, a source of strength, and encourages believers to celebrate and share this joy with others.

    Welcome, dear friends. It's a delight to be with you today, gathered in God's presence, as we unpack the profound gift of joy that our Heavenly Father so generously bestows upon us. Today, we're going to unwrap this divine gift, to better understand it, to celebrate it, and most importantly, to ...read more

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    The Joy Of Hope PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,156 views

    Explores the hope and joy found in Christ, and how we can harness this hope in our lives.

    Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be in the house of the Lord today, where we gather as one family under His banner of love. We are here today to share in the Word of God, to draw from its well of wisdom, and to be nourished by its life-giving truths. We turn our hearts today to the prophetic ...read more

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    The Perfect Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,447 views

    This sermon explores recognizing and appreciating God's perfect gifts in our lives, and using them to glorify Him, as guided by James 1:17.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this wonderful gathering of hearts and minds, united by a common purpose and a shared faith. We are here to delve into the rich tapestry of God's word, to seek wisdom and understanding, to find comfort and guidance, to be inspired and uplifted. In this sacred space, we are ...read more

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    Abide In My Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,418 views

    This sermon explores the depth of Christ's love, urging believers to remain in His love, bear lasting fruit, and love each other as Christ loved us.

    Well, beloved brothers and sisters, here we are again, gathered in the fellowship of faith, bound by the Spirit, and ready to open our hearts to the Word of God. We are not just a collection of individuals, but a community, a family, united by the love of Christ. We are pilgrims on a path, not ...read more

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