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  • Joshua Blackmon avatar

    Practiced Gratitude Fills The Boat With Joy

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 22, 2022
     | 1,244 views

    Simple lessons from the story of the "first Thanksgiving."

    Practiced Gratitude Fills the Boat With Joy Acts 27:33-38 (NIV) "Just before dawn Paul urged them all to eat. “For the last fourteen days,” he said, “you have been in constant suspense and have gone without food—you haven’t eaten anything. 34 Now I urge you to take some food. You need it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Feast Of Passover Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 25, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,535 views

    Looking at the 7 feasts of Israel to see Jesus in each story

    The 7 Feasts of Israel - Passover Exodus 12:1-13 February 27, 2022 Today we’re going to begin a new series of sermons which will take us up to Easter. It’s probably a series most people have not craved. I know that’s not a ringing endorsement for what I’m going to be preaching on, but I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 215 views

    The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy.

    Joy Luke 2:7-2:15 • Later in Jesus’ ministry, He said He was here in part to bring joy! • John 15:11 “I have spoken these things to you so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete. • The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy. verse 7. I. Fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Was Thomas A Doubter?

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 8, 2020
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     | 6,922 views

    A look at the stories surrounding the man we call doubting Thomas.

    Thomas John 20:24-29 April 26, 2020 If I was to give you a quiz about nicknames . . . can you get these right? The Intimidator - Dale Earnhart The Bus - Jerome Bettis Ryno - Ryne Sandberg Mr. Cub - Ernie Banks The refrigerator - William Perry Sweetness - Walter Payton The Golden Jet - Bobby ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking On Water

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 30, 2020
     | 7,468 views

    God has a great story He wants us to join.

    Walking on Water Matthew 14:22-33 The phrase “Walking on Water” has become a proverb. It is spoken of someone who seems to prevail against all odds. It is to do the impossible. This goes back to Jesus himself. It is impossible for a human to walk on water by natural means. There are preacher jokes ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Weep Not

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025
     | 1,391 views

    The story of the widow of Nain is a reminder that no situation is beyond the reach of Jesus.

    WEEP NOT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 7:11-15 "And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not." – Luke 7:13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, John 11:35-44, Revelation 21:4 INTRODUCTION Life is full of challenges that can bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    If A Man Dies, Shall He Live Again? (Funeral Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 1,806 views

    The death of a believer is not the end of their story, but rather the beginning of eternal life.

    IF A MAN DIES, SHALL HE LIVE AGAIN? (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 14:14 (KJV) If a man dies, shall he live again? All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. INTRODUCTION: The question "If a man dies, shall he live again?" is one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Preparing For The Kingdom Of God

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 11, 2025
     | 144 views

    What does the story of the fig tree in Luke 13 mean?

    Preparing for the Kingdom of God Luke 13:1-9 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 13:1 Now on that very occasion there were some present who reported to Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had 1mixed with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus responded and said to them, “Do you think that these ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    He Calls Us To Die To Ourselves

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 30, 2025
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     | 97 views

    The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story.

    Title: He calls us to die to ourselves Intro: The fable of the wolf and the lamb that we heard is not just an ancient story. Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9 Reflection My dear friends, let me tell you about something I witnessed last week that broke my heart. A young mother came to see me, tears ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Leaving The Past Behind And Moving Forward With Jesus. Hebrews 12

    Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 12, 2025
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     | 443 views

    A message about moving forward in our lives. Putting the past behind and moving toward the goals in life that the Lord has for us.

    Good Morning Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Is No Such Thing As A Secret Sin Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 18, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 23,254 views

    This story has much to teach us about the devastating effects of sin.

    A Study of Joshua Sermon # 6 “THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SECRET SIN” Joshua 7:1-26 The seventh chapter of Joshua opens with the ominous word “but.” The use of the little conjunction of contrast is designed to drive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stephen Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 8, 2022
     | 4,501 views

    This sermon is about the story of the martyrdom of Stephen and applications for the church and believers today.

    If you have your Bibles and you want to follow along, we are going to be looking at a lot of scripture today starting with the sixth chapter of Acts, verse 1. Acts 6:1. Before I start, I have the opening question of the day. How many of you know the name Jon Gosselin? A few of you know him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    God Loves To Extend Mercy And Forgiveness

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 31, 2023
     | 2,909 views

    The message examines the story of the woman caught in adultery in a somewhat narrative form.

    In Matthew 9:13, Jesus says, “I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." Mercy is a word that many Christians fail to truly understand its depth and significance and how the withholding of it can impact a person’s life. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Discovering The Call Of God Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,245 views

    There is a call to every life that seeks to break us out of our isolation and independence. Apart from God we are like actors without a story…and this series is about rediscovering the story that defines our lives.

    Illustration – This past week…Dodger Baseball game with my two older sons and a friend of theirs. My oldest, Travis, wants to take his glove… to catch a ball. I try to reset the expectations in reality. As the game ends.. the players leave the field… he goes down to the lowest railing near the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hung Up Over Hair, That's Weird Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 27, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,323 views

    This message looks at the lessons we learn from the story of Absalom's death.

    Hung Up by the Hair, That's Weird On Tuesday mornings there is a group of a dozen or so men who have been getting together to study the book of Romans. And early in our study we discovered a weird little part of the letter. Paul is listing the behaviour of people who are in his words "sinful, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan