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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Our Attitude Should Be Gratitude Thanksgiving Sermon

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 21, 2022
     | 1,905 views

    We live in a generation where GRATITUDE is very seldom expressed. We hear a great deal of complaining instead.

    Illus: Did you hear about the doctor that was complaining to a car mechanic? He said, "Your fee is several times more per hour than we get paid for medical care." The mechanic said, "Yeah, but you see, doc, you always have the same model, it hasn't changed since Adam; but we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In The Power Of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-21) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 13, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,645 views

    How do you manifest the characteristics of God as He is continually refines you in your life?

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View This Message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/115454 Introduction This Easter morning, we are going to look at a powerful prayer of the Apostle Paul in our study of the Book of Ephesians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Christ Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 29, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,098 views

    "Christ" was not Jesus' last name. It was a description of WHO He was. So what does it mean that Jesus is the Christ, and what difference can that make in our lives?

    OPEN: St. John’s University is a private religious college in the state of New York, and sometime back someone apparently wrote some graffiti on one of the walls which said this: “Jesus said unto them: ‘Who do you say that I am?’ And they replied: ‘You are the eschatological manifestation of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Hope Of A Healthy Child Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,299 views

    Left to themselves, children tend to grow up wild and untamed. And instead of growing to the full potential, they often grow up wounded and broken adults. What can we do to give them a life filled with hope, peace and a future?

    OPEN: In the 1700s, there was a poet named Samuel Coleridge was talking with a friend who’d come to visit one day. During the conversation they got around to the subject of children. The visitor said “I believe children should be given the freedom to make all their own decisions. Parents should not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022
     | 2,941 views

    This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

    Temptation From the Ashes Series Week 1 – Temptation Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, James 4:7-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Timothy 6:9, Hebrews 2:18 and 4:12, James 1:2-3 Opening idea- chocolate on the seats Introduction Today we begin a 6-week sermon series called From the Ashes. It’s going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Journey Through Acts (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,210 views

    Just like his early followers, we live with one eye on the clouds awaiting Jesus’ return, but until that day, we have the proof of his resurrection, we have the power of the Holy Spirit, and we have a purpose to fulfill.

    The Journey: Following the Spirit through Acts (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 1:1-10 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/25/2017 Six months ago, we set out on a sixteen-week journey that took us through the deserts of Palestine, along the shores of Lake Galilee and the Jordan River, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Blind Anger Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,188 views

    King Saul was blinded by his anger towards David and it led him to lose his temper in ways that destroyed his family and his dynasty. What can we do to avoid the same blindness that hurt Saul?

    On July 4th, 1826 two of our nation’s Founding Fathers died (that same day) within hours of each other. John Adams & Thomas Jefferson (the 2nd and 3rd Presidents of the U. States) both died on July 4th. What makes this interesting is that Adams and Jefferson were close friends. In 1775 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Promise Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,710 views

    Sermon from Joel showing how God is promising to fix what was destroyed in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve sinned

    The Promise Holy Spirit Series CCCAG 8-13-23 -Scripture- Genesis 3:15, Joel 2 Introduction Spiritual Lethargy Starting of this morning with a question- How many people feel spiritually exhausted lately? Does your life seem like you are barely making it Sunday to Sunday to stay on track with your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Woman With Weak Eyes Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,321 views

    Because of her "ugliness" (weak eyes) Leah was unnoticed, unwanted & unloved… and unmarried. She was literally a rejected woman. How did God help her overcome her rejection?

    A lady was walking down the street on her way to work & saw a parrot in a pet store. She went in to admire the bird, and suddenly the parrot spoke to her, “Hey lady. You’re ugly.” Well, the woman was deeply offended, and she stormed out of the store. But on her way home, she thought she’d ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Mission Statement Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 5, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,727 views

    Only about 17% of church goers know what the Great Commission says. Why so few? And how can we not only know what it means, but do what it says?

    Just before midnight on April 14th, 1915 – the British Ocean Liner Titanic struck an iceberg and sank in less than 3 hours’ time. To this day, the tragedy of the (supposedly) UNSINKABLE Titanic still captures our imagination. On April 15, the news spread that the “unsinkable” Titanic had hit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When The Spirit Speaks Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Belinda V. Broadnax on Oct 24, 2024
     | 1,368 views

    This sermon focuses on how to hear the Holy Spirit’s voice, recognize the ways He speaks, and respond to His leading. It highlights how the Spirit guides us in every area of life and ministry when we are open to His promptings.

    Throughout the Bible, we see a consistent truth: God speaks. He speaks through creation, through His Word, and through His Son. But one of the most profound ways God communicates with us today is through the Holy Spirit. The Spirit of God, living within each believer, is actively speaking, guiding, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Place In The Son Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 10, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,461 views

    What is heaven like, and why would I want to go there?

    A young boy would often go home from his friend’s house at night and - because it was the shortest route – he’d always walk thru the cemetery. When he was asked if he was ever afraid of going thru the graveyard at night he responded “No. My home is just on the other side.” He wasn’t afraid ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Remember The Stones

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025
     | 139 views

    Remembering God’s past faithfulness anchors our present trust; every stone of memory becomes a living testimony of enduring faith in Him.

    Introduction – Like a Rock Years ago, Bob Seger wrote a song called “Like a Rock.” It wasn’t meant to be a hymn, but if you listen with spiritual ears, you can hear one hiding inside. He sings: > “Like a rock, standing arrow-straight, Like a rock, charging from the gate, Like a rock, the sun ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    No Joke: God Means It Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 10, 2025
     | 167 views

    God values every soul, judges with mercy, and calls each heart to freedom—because He takes us more seriously than we ever imagined.

    1 · When Nobody Seems to Notice High school can make you feel invisible. You walk down a hallway packed with noise, and somehow nobody really sees you. They see the grades, the jersey, the hoodie, the attitude— but not the you underneath it all. You start to think maybe the world runs on ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Complete Picture Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 30, 2025
     | 159 views

    A sermon explaining how the members of the Triune Godhead work together in the church.

    The Complete Picture 1 Corinthians Series CCCAG 11-23-25 Scripture:1 Corinthians 12:1–11 ________________________________________ INTRODUCTION – WHEN A BODY FIGHTS ITSELF Everyone here has heard about diabetes. Everyone here knows someone too sweet for their own good, or you are one of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God