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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Preparation Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 12, 2011
     | 7,130 views

    John the Baptist is an example of what it means to prepare the way for Jesus' return.

    Mark 1:1-8 “Preparation” INTRODUCTION Our journey through Advent seems to be a sprint. We are already celebrating the Second Sunday in Advent. Last week we focused on Jesus’ promise to come again in order to complete his establishment of the kingdom of God. The key word for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Keep The Saw Sharpe"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 27, 2016
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     | 6,680 views

    Our spiritual life's need to be kept Sharpe to in order to get through thirsty times, for we live in thirsty lands, we are a thirsty people, are souls are thirsty, and our spiritual cisterns need to be kept in good shape.

    • We live in a thirsty Land, We are thirsty People, we are thirsty Souls, we also need Spiritual repairs So, what's the solution to our spiritual problem, as God's people? The answer ought to be perfectly obvious: Keep the cistern in good repair! Faithful disciples must maintain a reserve of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Walking And Leaping Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on Sep 12, 2016
     | 11,191 views

    The Gate may be called Beautiful, but the scene was anything but. What can we learn about helping those in need from Peter's decision to give?

    We’ve been studying the book of Acts and have reached a series of events that covers two chapters consisting of three scenes: at the Beautiful Gate, in front of the council, and gathered together with the believers. We’ll examine one scene each week because I know no one wants me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lifter Of My Head

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 25, 2019
     | 17,769 views

    God encourages us in time of hurt, betrayal and depression.

    Title: The Lifter of My Head Theme: To show how the Lord is a lifter of our heads in trouble. Text: Psalms 3: 1- 8 Psalms 3:1-8 (1) A Psalm of David When He Fled from Absalom His Son. LORD, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. (2) Many are they who say of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    (Section 3) Prayer And God's Work & (Section 4) The Principle Of Praying Thrice Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 23, 2019
     | 5,164 views

    When God works, He does so with specific law and definite principle.

    LET US PRAY by Watch Nee III. PRAYER AND GOD'S WORK Isa. 62:6-7 A. When God works, He does so with specific law and definite principle. God's primal principle is that He wants man to pray. There was once a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Zacchaeus

    Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Sep 7, 2019
     | 11,373 views

    Every time I read the gospels recounting of Jesus ministry I am amazed at how every turn, route or path Jesus took was a planned season for someone to encounter him. Jesus entered and passed through Jerico and this time it was Zacchaeus season of visitation.

    Luke 19 King James Version (KJV) 19 And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. 2 And, behold, there was a man named Zaccheaus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. 3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parts Of Our Lives That Are Off-Limits To God Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 2, 2013
     | 5,162 views

    A look at how we only let God into certain parts of our lives when He needs to be "Lord of all" in our lives.

    WHY WEREN'T THE SAILORS BOTHERED EARLIER? Because they believed in small, provincial gods. - Jonah 1:7, 10. - One of the unusual things about this verse is that it tells in verse 10 that Jonah had told them previously that he was running away from God. You would think that when the storm arose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Deal With Anger Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019
     | 3,612 views

    Paul tells us the proper way to handle this issue

    How To Deal With Anger Ephesians 4:26-27 Introduction: Is anger a sin? Is anger ever justified? Is anger ever appropriate, and if so, when? How does one deal with anger? These are legitimate questions that need to be answered. All of us deal with anger. The question is “How do we deal with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    So Here It Is Merry Christmas

    Contributed by Andrew Warriner on Apr 9, 2013
     | 6,550 views

    A short sermon for Christmas Day

    “So here it is Merry Christmas, everybody’s having fun look to the future now, it’s only just begun”. Everyone at some point in their lives will have heard those lyrics sung by the glam rock band, Slade. The record reached number one in the Pop charts in December 1973 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    What Excites Us? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 15, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,712 views

    We get excited about so many things; how about the return of Christ?

    Last week we noted that Jesus will be coming back to earth soon. There are many signs telling us that Jesus can show up on earth at anytime now! We also noted that Jesus’ return to earth is a double edged sword: God Jesus Christ will return to earth soon to judge the world of its sin but also to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Don't Look, But God's Looking At You!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,147 views

    God sees us for who we really are!

    1 Samuel 16:7-But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Guy Henry tells this story…This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Now? Series

    Contributed by James Hays on Apr 16, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,023 views

    In times of uncertainty, fear and anxiety can dominate our thinking to the point of spiritual inaction. God's word gives us direction for even our daily lives. Redeem the time, make use of every opportunity - intentionally.

    OPEN: Habakkuk 3:17-19 A. Habakkuk is facing uncertain times. 1. a time of questions / fear / unknown. 2. the enemy is coming, what is really going to happen? 3. He knows God is mighty, knows God cares but doesn't know how it is all going to play out. B. Habakkuk offers some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Stand Ye Gazing?

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on May 31, 2025
     | 308 views

    Today, on Ascension Sunday, we stand with the disciples, our eyes lifted toward the sky, peering into the clouds where Christ was last seen.

    “This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven.” — Acts 1:11b, NKJV Today, on Ascension Sunday, we stand with the disciples, our eyes lifted toward the sky, peering into the clouds where Christ was last seen. But we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David Dunn avatar

    Hang On Love

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025
     | 108 views

    God’s unrelenting love, reflected in a mother’s faithful vigil and fulfilled at Calvary, covers sin and brings honor, hope, and lasting joy.

    Opening – Climbing the Hill Together Happy Mother’s Day! Today I want to take you on a journey—up a hill. Not a hill of soft grass and wildflowers, but a rocky ridge where a mother once stood guard for months. Before we start, imagine putting on a pair of sturdy hiking boots. This is more than a ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Be Still And Know: Finding Peace In God's Presence Psalm 46:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,864 views

    Today, we will delve into Psalm 46:10 a profound verse that invites us into the presence of God, reminding us of His sovereignty and peace.

    Transformed by Truth: Be Still and Know Introduction Today, we will delve into a profound verse that invites us into the presence of God, reminding us of His sovereignty and peace. Psalm 46:10 (NLT): "Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honoured by every nation. I will be honoured ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal