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  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    "the Perfume Of Gratitude"

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jun 6, 2023
     | 1,789 views

    The story of a woman anointing Jesus' head.

    Jesus Anointed at Bethany Mark 14 Now the Passover and the Festival of Unleavened Bread were only two days away, and the chief priests and the teachers of the law were scheming to arrest Jesus secretly and kill him. 2 “But not during the festival,” they said, “or the people may riot.” 3 While he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Land Of Narnia Series

    Contributed by David Selleck on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,933 views

    Basic introduction to Narnia story and comparison to the Kingdom of God

    Nov 27, 2005 Advent 1 Template for planning David Selleck Lakeside United Methodist, Muskegon, Michigan Felt Need: What does Narnia have to do with my Christian Walk? Hoped for results: To demonstrate how CS Lewis wrote about Narnia and how we can use the parallel of the Kingdom of God to help ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "The Unknow Father"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 14, 2013
     | 7,261 views

    Fathers Day message taken from the prodigal son story

    “The Good Father” June 16, 2013 Luke 15:11-32 11 Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 “Not long after that, the younger son ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    How Christians Must Understand The Israel And Hamas Situation Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,735 views

    The civilised nations are appalled at the horrible events in Israel in recent days, but Israel is the focus of God’s plans and God’s prophetic time clock. We look at how we as Christians can understand these events and what lies in the very near future for Israel and the Church.

    HOW CHRISTIANS MUST UNDERSTAND THE ISRAEL AND HAMAS SITUATION One would have to be deaf and blind not to realise all the news on the terror situation in Israel. It is not my desire to recount the things that have happened, but it is my concern and desire to see all this from the Christian point ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    Word Of Exhortation Pt. 1 Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Oct 4, 2025
     | 140 views

    I do not have a fancy heading for our text today but I would like to open the Bible and let it narrate the events and travel of Paul and Barnabas.

    “Word Of Exhortation Pt. 1” Acts 13:13-26 We saw last time that vs. 9 “Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him,” From this time forward Paul will be the primary speaker. That does not change the ministry of Barnabas. If you are an encourager then you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Forever Inspiring Love Or Controversy

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Mar 21, 2015
     | 5,469 views

    A study in John 15 concerning His relevant word to us before for His departure.

    Jesus: Forever Inspiring Love or Controversy by Kelly Durant 3-22-15 A study in John 15 concerning His relevant word to us before for His departure. 2. Did you know the Bolivians are descendants of the extraterrestrials? When one Indian meets another they do not greet each other as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    A Closed Door

    Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,139 views

    This sermon is a short story called A Closed Door.

    The Closed Door- Over the last few weeks we have examined the life and ministry of Nehemiah. How when he received a report of the devastation of Jerusalem was faced with a choice. He chose to get involved and risk his life and go before the king and ask first for permission to go to Jerusalem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Complete Healing

    Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,908 views

    Uses the story of Naaman to discuss the hindrances to spiritual and relational healing that must be overcome.

    7 Dips in a Dirty Pool 2 Kings 5 INTRODUCTION: This familiar story is an excellent illustration of the need of every human being for spiritual healing, and the things that hinder us from that healing. NOTICE NAAMAN’S: 1. POSITON. Vs 1 He was a man of: A. AUTHORITY: The Captain of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rapture

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 24, 2022
     | 4,457 views

    The “Guinness World Book of Records” is fascinating to read for it contains records of all kinds of record setting events and accomplishments.

    If a person’s name is in it, in most cases it is a very special honor for often it indicated exceptional skill or strength. For example... Illus: Some time ago some folks set out to break the record in standing the most dominos up in such a way that when a key domino was tripped all the rest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Best Kept Secret Of The Rapture

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025
     | 214 views

    Jesus will return openly and gloriously to gather His people; live awake, forgiven, and ready for the greatest event in history.

    Introduction – Living in an Age of Astonishment If you’ve been paying attention to the world lately, you know it’s almost dizzying. Artificial intelligence is writing music, drafting contracts, and even driving cars. Private rockets land themselves upright after visiting space. A billion people ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Triumphant Entry Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 25, 2023
     | 2,979 views

    The Roman authorities paid little attention to Jesus riding in on a donkey, but in the scheme of all eternity it was the most significant event.

    This passage that we know as Jesus triumphant entry is also well known to all Christians because it is the focus of Palm Sunday the week before Easter. It is an annual tradition of the church to make this an emphasis at the beginning of holy week. Almost every Sunday School child has carried a palm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Is Pentecost!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001
    based on 1,615 ratings
     | 207,534 views

    Pentecost was a once-in-history event, when the church was born. So let’s consider three things we learn from "Pentecost."

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2022) TEXT: Acts 2:1-16 A. We celebrate the birth of Jesus & most of the world pauses to celebrate Christmas with us. We celebrate His resurrection, & much of the world recognizes Easter as a very special ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

    Contributed by Mark Baker on May 25, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,637 views

    In recent years, events around the world have raised many questions in the hearts and minds of both believers and non-believers alike. We can look at some of the most horrible and devastating events to have occurred in decades. But what does that mean t

    Matthew 24:3-7: Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, "Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?’’ 4. And Jesus answered and said to them: "Take heed that no one deceives you. 5. "For many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Remembering 9/11

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 11, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,471 views

    Today Across America, America remembers the attack against her on September 11, 2001. It is good for us to remember the events of 911. We should never forget what took place on 911. And we should never forget the lessons learned by these events.

    REMEMBER 9/11 Joshua 4:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Today Across America, America remembers. America remembers the events of September 11, 2001 when our seemingly inviolable security was shattered as nearly 3000 people from 90 countries perished from terrorist attacks upon our soil. It is good for us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rapture Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 2, 2011
    based on 85 ratings
     | 37,235 views

    The Second Coming of Christ – This is something that is often talked about but not often understood. What are the things we should know about the events of Christ’s return? How should these events influence our lives today? Today we begin a new series

    The Rapture Series - The Second Coming of Christ What is the Rapture? What Happens in the Rapture? When is the Rapture? Why a Pre-Tribulation Rapture? It best explains Daniel’s 70 weeks prophecy It best explains Christ’s imminent Return Expectation It best explains our Rescue from God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational