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    What Is A Parable Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 8, 2025
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    The parables clarify the truth for those who want to believe but they also conceal the truth for those who do not want to believe.

    Sermon 1 THE PARABLES OF JESUS (Matt. 13:34-35; Mark 4:33-34) “Jesus spoke all these things to the crowd in parables; he did not say anything to them without using a parable. So it was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What A Mess! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 8, 2025
     | 601 views

    Based on Romans 1:18-32 - Helps hearers understand the depravity of sin & realize how badly we need a Savior.

    “WHAT A MESS!” Romans 1:18-32 FBCF – 9/7/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Fair warning: This may be a hard sermon. Definitely a “bad news/good news” sermon. Might get tough in the middle but hang on! Triggered? Sorry. Deal w/ it. Offended? Sorry, but the Gospel is offensive b/c it confronts sin head on. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Faith? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025
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    Faith is not just a religious idea—it is the spiritual force that connects us to God's power and purpose. It is confidence in God’s Word, conviction in the unseen, and commitment to act according to God’s truth.

    WHAT IS FAITH? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:17, James 2:17, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Mark 11:22-24 INTRODUCTION: Faith is one of the most central and powerful themes in the Christian life. It is the foundation upon which our relationship with God stands ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is An Angel?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2025
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    Angels carry out the will of God.

    A. WHAT IS AN ANGEL? 1. They carry out the will of God. The name aggelo means messenger. 2. They do not have a body, but can appear in a body. They are spirit (incorporeal beings). “He makes His angels spirits” (Hebrews 1:7). “Are they not ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Thanksgiving?

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 18, 2025
     | 222 views

    A day of Thanksgiving to remember with more than just a full belly.

    “What Is Thanksgiving?” Psalms 30:4 2025 The Days of Thanksgiving can be traced before 1536 during the Reformation time with Henry VIII on the throne. When the Puritans left in 1620 for the New Land they discovered great hardship and lost many of the families the first winter. They met the local ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is A Miracle?

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 29, 2025
     | 171 views

    The greatest miracle of all is knowing that things will come out right in the end because of God’s love for us.

    My brother Jeremy picked me up at the airport a couple of weeks ago when I flew to Pittsburgh. He isn’t from Pittsburgh, though, he’s from Alaska. So we relied on Mapquest to get from the airport to the seminary. Pittsburgh is the hardest city to drive in I know. Well, they tell me Boston is worse, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Now

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 5, 2026
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    Two followers of Jesus, walking the seven miles between Jerusalem and Emmaus, are joined by a man they don’t recognize. Jesus opens their eyes so they can see... Are your eyes open?

    (This message has a personal testimony as an illustration Feel free to use it or modify it to fit your congregation) INTRODUCTION: A WALK THAT FELT EMPTY There was a time in my life when it seemed that I really struggled, life wasn’t satisfying, and I couldn’t seem to shake off my doubts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are The Odds? Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 2, 2023
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     | 840 views

    Jesus' life, death, and resurrection were prophesied hundreds of years before they happened, and He willingly sacrificed Himself to pay the price for our sins because of His love for us.

    Here's the deal with Easter: God did something only He could do to pull off something only He could pull off. We all mess up, right? Who here has ever snuck a cookie before dinner or maybe 'forgot' to do their chores? Yeah, I thought so. Well, the Bible says that every time we do something wrong, ...read more

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    What's The Problem PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 652 views

    Highlight the importance of trusting in God rather than relying on our own understanding and strength, and the benefits that come from placing our trust in Him.

    Good morning, family. You know, we all have a way of leaning on our own understanding and trust in ourselves too much, don't we? We depend on our own strength and wisdom to navigate through life, and when we do, we often find ourselves in trouble. We're going to tackle this issue head-on today, ...read more

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    What Is Truth? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,514 views

    Truth, as embodied by Jesus and revealed in God's Word, is objective and unchanging, and rejecting this truth leads to dire consequences.

    Good morning, family. Today, we embark on a journey through the scriptures, specifically John 18:37-38 and Romans 1:18-23. We are going to explore a profound, yet sometimes neglected truth - the reality of objective truth, that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and the consequences of ...read more

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    What Is The Bread PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,480 views

    Jesus Christ is the Bread of Life, satisfying our deepest spiritual hunger and inviting us to find true satisfaction in Him.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Gospel of John, where Jesus describes Himself as the Bread of Life, the Bread of the World, and the Bread of Communion. As Max Lucado once said, Bread of Life? Jesus lived up to the title. But an unopened loaf does a ...read more

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    What A Ship This Is PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,240 views

    God is with us in our storms, ready to show His power, as demonstrated through the story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:35-41.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to embark on a journey through Mark 4:35-41, a passage that speaks to us about the ship that saved—the ship that carried Jesus and His disciples through a storm. We'll be looking at the making of the ship, its construction and design, as well as the ...read more

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    What Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,089 views

    Explore and understand the unconditional, unfailing, and unending love of God, as demonstrated by His sacrifice of His only Son for our salvation.

    Good morning, church! Today, we are going to talk about a subject that is at the very heart of our faith - God's love. And not just any form of love, but God's unconditional, unfailing, and unending love. It's like what Max Lucado once said, "God loves you just the way you are, but He refuses to ...read more

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    What Is Sin? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 714 views

    This sermon explores the gravity of sin as rebellion against God, while highlighting God's relentless pursuit and provision of salvation for humanity.

    Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather with you, in this sacred space where we connect with our Creator, and delve into the wisdom of His Word. We are here to seek understanding, to find comfort, and to be challenged. We are here to grow, to be transformed, and to be equipped for the ...read more

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    What's In A Name? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,437 views

    This sermon explores the profound significance of Jesus' name, emphasizing its reflection of His divine character and its importance in our relationship with Him.

    Welcome, welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy and a privilege to gather together once again in this sacred space, a sanctuary where we can lay down the burdens of the world and lift our hearts and minds to the Lord. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound understanding, ...read more

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