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  • William Mouser avatar

    What's All The Fuss About?

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 14, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,642 views

    In a culture that acts as if marriage were of no consequence, there exists a fascination with marriage. Paul’s statement that it is a Great Mystery explains why there is such a fuss about marriage.

    I know that all of you stand in line at grocery stores, and though I have not done any grocery shopping here in Orange City, I’d bet a bundle that the experience here is pretty much like my experience in a small town in North Texas. When I go through a checkout line, I am treated to a large ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Shield Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 15,788 views

    The fourth piece of armor neccesary for victory in our spiritual battles is the Shield of Faith.

    Christian Warfare - Pt. 5 We continue, today, with the fifth installment of our series on Christian Warfare. Brethren, there are few matters that we can study that can have such a crucial impact in determining whether we succeed or fail as a Christian. Whether we remain steadfast in the Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Minority Report

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 30, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,840 views

    Might does not make right and neither does popular consensus.

    The Minority Report Deut 7:6-8 6 For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. 7 The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fly High - Acts Part 25 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,334 views

    Paul models for us the importance of telling our story. Some elements to incorporate into our story are admitting our wrongs, finding forgiveness in Jesus, and how this experience has changed our lives and made us authentic genuine Christians. We also lea

    Fly High – Acts part 25 Opening Illustration: “Not Ashamed” from Sermon Spice.com Vol. 2 – When we are called to witness to others about Jesus, we often shrink away from even saying His name. Has this ever happened to you? Thesis: Paul models for us the importance of telling our story. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord Will Not Forsake His People Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Nov 14, 2016
     | 11,863 views

    Even though we failed in the past or made horrible mistakes, yet God will never ever forsake us. Because He loved us so much.

    Each of us is facing a different kind of challenge each day. Some of you are facing some health issues. I just heard of a news regarding our close relative who has been diagnosed with cancer. She is going through rough times right now and we had to help her deal with her new challenge. Some of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Do Not Be Anxious About The Threats Of Man Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 1, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,377 views

    1) A Disciple Emulates His Master and 2) Does not Fear the World but have confidence in a) Vindication by God b) Veneration of God c) Valuation by God

    If you haven’t noticed, we are in the swing of the “Holiday” season. That’s right: not Advent or Christmas but the Holiday Season. Retailers and cultural planners are so desperate for increased sales and attendance that the day after Halloween, began with the “Holiday” advertising. The word ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Consider The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 4, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,067 views

    The Bible: It’s salvation to the sinner, sanctification to the saint, sufficient to the suffering, satisfying to the scholar.

    THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF GOD 2 Peter 1:16-21 2 Tim 3:14-4:4 A few years ago the major division between professing Christians was over choice of denomination or doctrine. Do you know what the major division between professing Christians is today? The division is between those who believe the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus The Controversialist Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 17, 2023
     | 2,170 views

    Mark portrays Jesus as strong and bold as He dealt with spiritual controversies "head on." In this section of Mark, he grouped together four incidents that showed how Jesus faced the controversies and taught the truth. We need to ask ourselves if we are more like Jesus or the Pharisees.

    A. Let me begin with a question: when you try to picture Jesus in your mind, how do you picture Him? 1. Do you picture Him being gentle, meek and loving? Certainly, He was all those things. 2. But Jesus also had other characteristics and other sides to Him. 3. When we read the Gospel accounts, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruitfulness (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 24, 2020
     | 2,385 views

    This fruit is the product of the Spirit’s work inside of us and not an outcome of trying, straining, groaning, or behavior modification on our part.

    Dance Lessons: The Fruit of the Spirit (Part 3) Galatians 5:22-26 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 6-07-2020 SHHHHHHH! In the backyard at our house in Pontiac used to be an apple tree. All the neighbors hated it. It was bad enough during the day, but at night several ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is There Not A Cause?

    Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 5, 2026
     | 262 views

    God’s word is never idle—it creates purpose and calls for response. Like David, we are not defined by the roles others assign us, but by the word God has spoken over our lives. When that word becomes a cause, faith moves from observation to obedience.

    As David stood in the Valley of Elah, the battle between Israel and the Philistines was nearing a breaking point. For forty days, the giant Goliath had stepped forward to issue his challenge, defying the armies of the living God. And for forty days, no one answered him. The silence was not caused ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Christ The Giver Of Life Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 26, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 170 views

    A right vision of the risen Savior transforms how we view the sanctity of life.

    Christ the Giver of Life Revelation 1:17-20 Rev. Brian Bill January 24-25, 2026 A lot of things happened in 1973. I was a teenager with a face full of acne and an appetite for adventure. Beth was a cute ten-year-old dreaming of her Prince Charming from Packerland. Notre Dame topped the college ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord, Draw Me Closer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 213 views

    True peace and purpose come from drawing near to God, letting go of distractions, and seeking His presence above all else in our daily lives.

    Friends, some weeks feel like a treadmill stuck on high speed. Our calendars crowd us, our phones buzz at us, and our souls sigh within us. We try to keep up appearances while our insides ache for an anchor. Have you felt that slow leak of peace, that subtle drift of the heart when worries and ...read more

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    God's Chosen One PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 187 views

    God calls ordinary, imperfect people to carry His name, assuring us that our past doesn’t disqualify us and His presence empowers our purpose.

    Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a sigh. Your hands shook a little when you poured the coffee. Your thoughts carried old regrets like heavy suitcases. You wonder, “Could God still use me? Does Heaven have a purpose for someone like me?” Friend, lift your chin. The heart of God is ...read more

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    Finishing Strong

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on May 18, 2013
     | 14,964 views

    A sermon on what it means to Finish Strong in our Christian walk, and why so many Christians fail at it.

    If you have your Bibles with you and want to open up to 2 Timothy 4:6. It is a short couple of verses today. As you know, we have been going through the core values of worship, discipleship, outreach, and community. As I mentioned the last few weeks, we are winding down on those core values ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Rev'd Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 26, 2018
     | 4,310 views

    We read in the annuals of church history and the Bible of people who gave up their lives for the cause of Christ – to uphold his name even in the face of death. Jesus appears to John and sends 7 messages to His church telling them he sees.

    Series: Rev’d Up Thesis for Series: We need to get Rev’d Up for Jesus’ Second Coming as we look at what is happening to our society and world. Many are saying the time is near and Revelation tells us to be ready at a moment’s notice. So, let’s get Rev’d up and be ready to meet Jesus! Scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational