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  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    Singing Loud For All To Hear…

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021
     | 1,017 views

    A survey of the ‘happiest nations’ show Afghanistan coming in dead last which shouldn’t surprise anyone.

    A survey of the ‘happiest nations’ show Afghanistan coming in dead last which shouldn’t surprise anyone. But close to it is Zimbabwe. The list varies by the measure used to judge happiness. First century Israel the reason was quite clear. Rome was in charge even when it came to their faith. High ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Jesus Is The Only Way?

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Apr 11, 2022
     | 2,880 views

    Jesus is the only way to heaven. This statement sounds exclusive, confusing, surprising, or even offending. Nonetheless, this is true

    Do you know a place that can only be reached by a single conveyance? Perhaps a place where there is only a single road leading to it, an island that can only be reached by a boat, perhaps the outer space in which only via space shuttle humans can get there. I remember when I was new here in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Reason To Be Thankful

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 9, 2016
     | 7,295 views

    Writing the Romans, Paul speaks of his gratitude for them, giving some surprising reasons for being thankful.

    “First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will I may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A View From The House Of The Potter

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 7, 2016
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,737 views

    The surprise here is that the intention of God can be resisted, and if (we) turn He speaks of changing His mind.

    A VIEW FROM THE POTTER'S HOUSE. Jeremiah 18:1-11. On one occasion I was taken to a pottery museum, where one could purchase wares and also see them being made. I had made one or two small pottery items while at school (one of which remained on my mother’s back doorstep long after I had left ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Could A Btk Be Within?

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 4, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,157 views

    This sermon contemplates the HOW of the BTK? How could this church president live such a life? WHo is to blame? HOw can it be prevented? Kind of long winded here again (surprise surprise) - but I couldn’t stop thinking about it, so decided to preach on

    March 4, 2005 Dennis Rader has been married for 34 years. He has two children and a regular job. On top of that, he has been a church member of Christ Lutheran Church in Wichita for 30 years. He was an usher and president of the church council. The Pastor of his congregation - Michael ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Foundation For Favor Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 24, 2021
     | 3,805 views

    Often events and circumstances in life take us by surprise. At times life is going according to plan, and then without warning, difficulty arrives. Thankfully, God is omniscient, knowing all things. He is never taken by surprise and always works according to His divine will.

    The Foundation for Favor Esther 2: 19-23 As we take a moment to consider our lives, we discover they are made up of varied series of events. Often one event serves to prepare us for a future event. At times, several events tend to blend together and create a major event. Viewing life from this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Thanksgiving A Foreign Idea To You?

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009
     | 2,355 views

    We are sometimes surprised when we hear a non-church person giving God praise for something done in their life and we are surprised by it. Maybe we are even a little embarrassed since we may have received a similar blessing but forgot to give thanks.

    Is Thanksgiving a Foreign Idea to You? Thanksgiving Day 2009 Luke 17:11-19 On January 31, 1957, the Canadian Parliament proclaimed: A Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed … to be observed on the 2nd Monday in October. It seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Pregnant Virgin Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 20, 2001
    based on 444 ratings
     | 21,748 views

    This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Christmas Surprises". This sermon is about Mary’s reaction to the news of her pregnancy.

    Sunday Evening November 25, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Christmas Surprises [#2] A PREGNANT VIRGIN? Luke 1:26-56 Introduction: This morning we looked at 4 bad girls of the Bible that were relatives of our Savior. Tonight I want us to look at yet another Christmas Surprise. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding People's Unresponsiveness Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 83 ratings
     | 7,683 views

    A surprise, a realization, an encouragement and a reality check for understanding why more people don’t respond to the Christian message.

    After I became a Christian, I wanted to find a way to share the good news of Christ with my non-Christian friends and family members. I was convinced that if I could find just the right approach, just the right technique, all of my unbelieving friends would come to faith in Christ. At first I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prodigal Father

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Apr 8, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,118 views

    Who is the real emphasis on in the commonly called "Parable of the Prodigal son"? It may surprise you who was the real prodigal!

    THE PRODIGAL FATHER LUKE 15:11-24 INTRO: Jesus often spoke in parables in his teachings. 1. What is a parable? a. Parable signifies "the placing of one thing beside another" with a view to comparison. b. It is the lesson that is of value; the hearer must catch the analogy if he is to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Amazing Grace Of God

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,516 views

    God’s movement in our lives is beyond our imagination and often catches us by surprise with its enormity.

    Psalm 136 “The Amazing Grace of God” INTRODUCTION One of the most beloved hymns is “Amazing Grace.” This hymn celebrates God’s gracious movement in our lives: the gift of salvation, the gift of faith, God’s strength in difficult times, and the hope of life after death. “Amazing Grace,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Greatest Nations

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 18, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,447 views

    There are nations that are great and then there are nations that change the course of your world. You may be surprised to know what these nations are.

    Great Nations What nation do you consider to be the greatest of all that exist in this world? You may say the U.S.A. or Israel or even China. I would say that you are mistaken. Why? Because there are "nations" that have greater effect on your life. There are Three Great Nations that we want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You Talking To Me Too? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 26, 2007
     | 2,356 views

    The perspective of Joseph is changed from a shocking surprise to a willingness to accept the cultural pressures associated with seeming to break the rules.

    Are you talking to me too? Week 2 – Joseph’s perspective - Last week we started off the advent season talking about perspective. I encouraged you to break away from the perspective that comes from the world. The views we pickup from the culture, like when we hear elevator music where we tend ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Useless Gifts

    Contributed by Chris Hughes on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,384 views

    Unexpected gifts, gifts that go beyond the usual fare, surprise our sensibilities and wake up our spirits.

    Matthew 2:1-12 Useless Gifts We’ve all gotten them. We’ve all given them. probably have ½ dozen on top shelf of closet, in box under the bed. Useless gifts. Unusual & unusable. knickknacks serve no purpose. Generations of parents & grandparents joyfully received lopsided handmade ashtrays from ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Thank God I Totaled My Car! Series

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2014
     | 5,130 views

    How can one find blessing in wrecking their car? You might be surprised to find out...and blessed.

    I've been preaching for a while, in my 18th year of preaching. I've been around the block so to speak, but I don't claim to anyone special--just a man called to work for the Master. But being in ministry for more than just a few years does give a man experience in both the good and the bad--but is ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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