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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Be Blessed Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 17, 2013
     | 4,805 views

    1) The Question of Blessing (Luke 7:18–20), and 2) The Answer for Blessing (Luke 7:21-23).

    The noted eighteenth-century hymn writer Charles Wesley composed more than 7, 000 hymns in his life, including the magnificent Christmas hymn “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus.” The lyrics express rich theological truth concerning the incarnation of the Lord Jesus Christ: “Come, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Jesus Is Lord! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 9, 2019
     | 6,113 views

    1. Lord of His crown (vs. 14-15). 2. Lord through every crisis in life (vs. 16-18). 3. Lord over His creation (vs. 19-21).

    Jesus Is Lord! The Gospel of John John 6:14-21; Matthew 14:22-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 5, 2016 (Revised August 9, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 6, as we focus on the lordship of Jesus Christ. Remember that at the beginning of this chapter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shake Off The Dust Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,021 views

    Too many people are slaves to their past mistakes.

    INTRODUCTION In my opinion, one of the greatest televisions shows ever produced was the Andy Griffith show. I’m talking about the old black-and-white episodes when Ron Howard played a young Opie. One of my favorite episodes was “The Sermon for Today.” Here’s a question for you TV trivia buffs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can I Believe What Is Often Associated With Hate And Hypocrisy? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 30, 2018
     | 3,016 views

    How Can I Believe What is Often Associated with Hate and Hypocrisy? Series: How Can I Believe? Brad Bailey – May 27, 2018

    How Can I Believe What is Often Associated with Hate and Hypocrisy? Series: How Can I Believe? Brad Bailey – May 27, 2018 Intro Today we are concluding our series entitled: “How Can I Believe?” In this series we have been engaging the questions that can arise in the process of believing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Are A Miracle!

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Oct 31, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,018 views

    Today, I want to share with you the miracle that you may not be aware of. There are miracles all over the world even now! And guess what? YOU are one of them!

    Today, I want to share with you the miracle that you may not be aware of. People, for centuries, have sought a sign and a wonder, not knowing the very thing they are looking for has been right in front of them all this time. Today, I want to show you through scripture, how invaluable you are to God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Strategy For Success

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 26, 2024
     | 2,279 views

    As we move forward to become the best that we could be for Christ, deepening our commitment and practicing our faith, we will need a strategy.

    Subject: A Strategy For Success Text: Philippians 3:7-14 “But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Discontentment PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2025
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     | 34 views

    True contentment and lasting joy are found not in wealth or possessions, but in trusting God and valuing relationships above material gain.

    Good morning, dear friends. I’m so glad you’re here. Some of us came in with a full schedule and an empty tank. Some of us came with a smile that covers a heart that’s sore. And some of us came with questions we aren’t sure we’re allowed to ask in church. If that’s you, you’re in good company. ...read more

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    The Rechabites' Testimony PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 166 views

    The sermon emphasizes steadfast obedience to God amid cultural pressures, highlighting how consistent faithfulness and convictions can leave a lasting legacy and honor God.

    Some families pass down recipes, some pass down stories, some pass down the old pocketknife with a smooth handle and a history. The Rechabites passed down a way to walk with God. Simple. Steady. Set like wet cement that hardened into holy habit. And in a world that shifts and shouts and sells ...read more

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    Games People Play

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 208 ratings
     | 6,883 views

    The authentic Christian doesn't play lame games

    Games People Play Jonah 4:1-11 I hope you've enjoyed our study of Jonah these past few weeks as much as I have. I don't know about you, but I've related to Jonah's mistakes. When he tried to outrun God, I thought of times when I've been out of the Lord's will and resisted His Word. When He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeing His Glory

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 118 ratings
     | 3,444 views

    The expose of relationship between grace and truth.

    Seeing His Glory John 1.14 December 10, 2000 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth Long ago, and in a faraway galaxy; So begins the movie Star Wars. Many people ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Getting Into The Game

    Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 4,604 views

    I compared the Baltimore Ravens and Coach Billick plans with Pauls three essentials in Phil 3 - Priority, Plans and Attitude. Preached it before the Raven’s beat Tennessee

    Getting Into The Game! Philippians 3:7-16 I have a confession to make; one of the reasons that I was glad about being sent to Bel Air, MD was that I was returning to Baltimore football territory. Grew up with colts, watched Johnny Unitas throw his last touchdown pass at memorial stadium. It was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Three Parades

    Contributed by Mark Winter on Mar 14, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 6,364 views

    The parade that wound into Jerusalem on that long ago Sunday was exciting -- but it can’t hold a candle to the parade that took place on Friday.

    The parade route begins near the twin towns of Bethpage and Bethany, less than two miles from Jerusalem and winds into the Holy City. The Grand Marshal is an unlikely hero – a rustic from a blue-collar town up north, the son of a woodworker. In keeping with his “common man” image, he decides to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How To Be A Christians Without Being Religious

    Contributed by George Little on Jul 22, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,032 views

    Can a person be a Christian without all the religious trappings? When people reject religion what do they reject? Are we talking the same language?

    How to be a Christian Without Being Religious James 1:27, Matthew 23:26-28 1. What do you think of when I use the word religion? ∑ For some it is large impressive cathedrals both old and new ∑ Others it is the experience of worship in a church assembly ∑ For others it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stop, Drop, And Go!

    Contributed by Jeremy Barnard on Aug 24, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,304 views

    We are not willing to give the Lord everything in our lives. We try and follow in the footsteps of the Lord while dragging all of our baggage behind us. As Christians, we will never be effective to our full potential until we decide to drop everything a

    Today if you have your Bible go ahead and turn it to the gospel of Luke chapter 5. We are going to be look at the first 11 verses of this chapter which gives the account of Jesus calling his first disciples. (Read Text) As Luke’s account of this event begins, we can see Jesus standing on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Fall Off The Mountain

    Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,921 views

    Hope for those who have failed and fallen but repentance brings restoration

    TO FALL OFF THE MOUNTAIN OF CHRIST MARK 14:29-72 I HAVE TO SAY THAT TO ME PETER IS THE SCARIEST OF ALL THE DISCIPLES. THE REASON THAT HE IS THE SCARIEST IS BECAUSE WHEN YOU LOOK AT THE LIFE HE LED IN THE PRESENCE OF JESUS CHRIST, HE STILL SEEMED TO FAIL ON A REGULAR BASIS. THAT ALSO GIVES ME ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist