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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    A Living Hope For Our Future

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 8, 2021
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    Peter tells us that we receive Living Hope through the resurrection of Christ. What is this living hope all about?

    A Living Hope for Our Future 1 Peter 1:3-5 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Peter's letter starts with a doxology. A doxology is a short hymn to praise God. Imagine if we began all of our conversations, whether written, oral, or electronic, with praise to our God? We would be invoking the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Advent 2021 - Who Do You Say The Son Of Man Is? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 1, 2021
     | 2,891 views

    There are a multitude of ideas about who Jesus is outside of those who are true disciples of Jesus Christ. But, there is only one True Jesus and Belief and Faith in Him is essential for eternal life. Some may make Jesus the way they WANT Him to be but that will only lead to destruction.

    Advent 1 - Who Do YOU Say Jesus Is? Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Job 19:25-27 “I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see Him with my ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    On Leaving A Legacy Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 7, 2023
     | 2,614 views

    The end of Joseph's life provides an opportunity to think about the legacy he left . . . and the legacy we will leave.

    - Exodus 1:8 is a pretty famous verse. For good reason too, it provides a nice summary of our situation as we move into the story of Exodus and the miraculous deliverance of Israel from Egypt: a. Israel is in Egypt. b. They are there because of Joseph. c. When Israel got there, they were highly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is Alive Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025
     | 265 views

    Always stand on the fact of the resurrection of Jesus!

    JESUS IS ALIVE! Text: Acts 25:13-22 Introduction 1. Illustration: So significant is this event that the whole of the Christian faith would fall if the resurrection of Jesus Christ were not true. William Lane Craig suggests that “Without the belief in the resurrection, the Christian faith could not ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Songs Of Ascent – Part 1 – The Introduction To These Psalms Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023
     | 2,389 views

    We are going to take up a study of The Psalms of Ascent, the Psalms numbered 120 – 134. They are called by various names but they are a wonderful collection of Psalms sung by the pilgrims three times a year as they ascended to Jerusalem in pilgrimage. This is the Introduction.

    THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 1 – THE INTRODUCTION TO THESE PSALMS We are going to embark on a journey with the study of 15 Psalms that are called “The Songs of Degrees” in the AV, but “The Songs of Ascent” in most other versions. These Psalms go together and were sung on a pilgrimage as the Jews ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Godly Contentment

    Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022
     | 1,745 views

    Being content is critical to experiencing joy in life. It is key to a happy life!

    In the wake of many natural calamities in many parts of the world, the world needs generous people more than ever. We are on our 4th week of bushfire appeal, and thank you so much for your generosity and willingness to help. We have heard pledges of financial support around the world to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Desire Than Gold Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022
     | 2,044 views

    The word of God is more desirable than Gold, Sweeter than Honey, and more profitable than any rewards. It is perfect, holy, righteous, and good. The word of God was inspired by the holy spirit and spoken to us for our enlightenment.

    Desired than Gold, Honey - Psalm 19:10-11 Greetings: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever.” The story is told by a college professor who visited the Fiji Islands. He critically remarked to an elderly chief, "You're a great leader, but it's a pity you've been taken in by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Watch The Lamb

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2025
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     | 799 views

    Simon of Cyrene came to offer a lamb and carried the cross for the Lamb of God. One-half mile separated the Temple from the Cross; Simon saw both covenants in operation and sided with the grace of Jesus!

    WATCH THE LAMB Mark 15:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this minister, he'd been out bear hunting all day. He searched through the woods, but found no signs of a bear. Frustrated, he threw his gun down on the ground and walked over to a stream to cool off. 2. About that time ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    24. The Kingdom Parables – The Sixth – The Pearl Of Greatest Price – Part 4 Of 4 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 29, 2025
     | 155 views

    The final posting on the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price looks at the church at Philadelphia again, then moves to the period of Church History that is represented by this parable. It is not a denomination or a particular church. It is explained in the message.

    24. The Kingdom Parables – The Sixth – The Pearl of Greatest Price – Part 4 of 4 In this final Part we look especially at the place the Parable of the pearl of greatest price has in Church History as we have done with each of the parables. Before that though, there is a bit to finish off from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joy: A Gift From God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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     | 5,032 views

    This sermon explores joy as a divine gift from God, a source of strength, and encourages believers to celebrate and share this joy with others.

    Welcome, dear friends. It's a delight to be with you today, gathered in God's presence, as we unpack the profound gift of joy that our Heavenly Father so generously bestows upon us. Today, we're going to unwrap this divine gift, to better understand it, to celebrate it, and most importantly, to ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Pre-Requisites For Interpreting

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001
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     | 3,082 views

    Pre-requisites for Interpreting the Scriptures

    I. Pre-requisites for Interpreting the Scriptures 1. Although God wants to communicate to people about His truths, there are certain pre-requisites for being able to rightly divide the word of truth. We must believe and know that the scripture is God-breathed, inerrant, and that it is profitable ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bible Is Trustworthy

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Aug 3, 2014
     | 5,925 views

    An examination of the internal and external evidence which testifies to the reliability of the Bible as God's Word.

    Is the Bible trustworthy in its claim to be God's Word? I can definitely say that there are sound evidences to support the position that the Bible's claim to be Divinely-inspired is trustworthy. There are both internal and external evidences that the Bible is truly God's Word. The internal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Starting Over When You Don't Feel Like It

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 29, 2001
    based on 423 ratings
     | 46,097 views

    Powerful biblical principles for starting over in life from the story of Ruth.

    Don’t you love a good comeback? Don’t you love it when the underdog wins? It does our hearts good to see someone get back up after they’ve been knocked down by the tragedies of life. That’s the story of the book of Ruth. The story begins with Ruth as a young woman. Her life seems to hold a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Made In His Image

    Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 21, 2001
    based on 206 ratings
     | 24,301 views

    Sermon for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday

    Made in His Image TEXT: Psa 139:13-16 INTRODUCTION · What is the value of a human life? · Important question – your answer to it influences your opinion about some hot topics in today’s society – physician assisted suicide, euthanasia (mercy killing), abortion · Today talk about biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Find Any Treasure

    Contributed by David Tijerina on Oct 13, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,646 views

    Mel Fisher recently died. This was a man who took treasure hunting to new heights of science. He was a man who used satellite image, photographs, sonar, and under water photography.

    Find Any Treasure November 8, 2000 Text: Matt. 13:44 Mel Fisher recently died. This was a man who took treasure hunting to new heights of science. He was a man who used satellite image, photographs, sonar, and under water photography. He had a team of men and many times they would research ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible