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  • Charles Payne avatar

    The Vanishing Father

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 11, 2025
     | 482 views

    There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

    THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Part To Play Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 13, 2025
     | 981 views

    John had a brief but profound ministry, fulfilling the part that God called him to play in order to prepare for the coming of Jesus.

    There have been several times over the last few months that I have been reminded about the importance of even small parts on teams or in performances. back up quarterback who comes in for one play because his speed or gift could help move the ball down the field Ballerina who comes in for a single ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Generous Towards The Work Of God Series

    Contributed by Ps.felix Nana Boakye on Oct 15, 2025
     | 308 views

    A poor village church made significant personal sacrifices to support a missionary. Years later, that small act of generosity resulted in the transformation of an entire community, demonstrating how a seemingly minor deed can have an extraordinary and eternal impact.

    OUTLINE Text: Philippians 4:15-20 (NIV) Subject: Generosity Theme: Being generous towards the work of God Preposition: Christians should be generous towards the work of God. I.CHRISTIANS SHOULD BE GENEROUS TOWARDS THE WORK OF GOD BECAUSE IT PROMOTES PARTNERSHIP IN SHARING THE GOSPEL (V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is Your Opinion?

    Contributed by James May on Apr 3, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,130 views

    Elijah’s words to Israel are the same words that I have to speak to the church today. How long will you halt between two opinions? It’s time to get the right opinion and serve the Lord.

    WHAT IS YOUR OPINION? By Pastor Jim May One of the greatest prophets who ever lived was Elijah. Here was a real man of God. Not much is known of Elijah’s family roots. We know that he came from the land of the Tishbite’s in Gilead, which was a wild mountainous land bordering on Arabia. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Dead Works Vs. Godly Service

    Contributed by Shawn Raloff on Jun 7, 2003
    based on 264 ratings
     | 25,443 views

    Nine ways we can distinguish between Dead Works and Godly Service.

    Introduction: During World War II, England needed to increase its production of coal if it was going to have any hope of winning the war. Winston Churchill called together labor leaders to enlist their support. And at the end of his presentation he asked them to stand with him and picture in ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Challenge Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Robert Massey on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,205 views

    Worship will always challenge us. We can not stand in the holy presence of God and not feel His challenge. This text shares three ways in which we are challenged when we worship.

    THE CHALLENGE OF WORSHIP Genesis 22:1-19 Famous researcher, George Barna recently conducted a survey on worship in American churches. He had some very interesting things to say, so let me share just a couple of them with you. “Worship is a non-negotiable obligation and privilege of every ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Cross Through The Eyes Of Peter

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 17, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,611 views

    This is a dramatized sermon that focuses on the Apostle Peter in his early days with Jesus.

    Note: This was as the beginning of a sermon series called "The Cross Through Many Eyes". It is a combination of Scripture and drama, written for one key actor, and two readers, who alternate reading the Scripture vignettes. The Scriptures are a combination of NIV and The Message paraphrase by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Glory Internalized Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 26, 2013
     | 6,629 views

    God's glory shine through the brokenness of our lives when we let Him be the center of our lives.

    Last Sunday we began again a focus on the glory of God, and I skipped the video I had planned to share (which we first saw last September), so I want to begin there today. It helps us with the review: what is “the glory of God”? It is the words of Pastor-theologian John Piper, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Matters Most To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,585 views

    a sermon about decision-making. Often times, in the “gray areas”, we simply need to decide what things in life are most important to God. We need to straighten out our priorities.

    I want clear instructions. Here are some examples of instructions that, for one reason or another, weren’t made very clearly: • “Do not sit in chair without being fully assembled” • “Please take time to look over the brochure enclosed with your family” • at a private school grounds: “No ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Culmination Of The Whisper Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,991 views

    Parents, friends, classmates, soemone has asked you this question. It is the question that produces doubt, frustration, and sometimes even pain. “What are YOU good for?” These messages will help you discover, develop, and deploy your gift!

    “What Are You Good For?” Part 4 – Culmination of the Whisper VIDEO – Are You Equipped #1 (Available at SermonSpice.com) David’s mighty men were misfits. Like most of us they were distressed, in debt, and discontent. However, they rallied around a common cause, rallied around one another, were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Balanced Church

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jan 18, 2010
     | 3,876 views

    Sometimes we get so focused on just one aspect of Christianity that we fail to see the big picture: we miss the rest of the story.

    AN OLD SOLDIER’S PERSPECTIVE OF A BALLANCED CHURCH ILLUSTRATION In the summer time my wife and I love to feed hummingbirds. Our front porch faces west, which makes it an excellent place for flowers and for birds. Each year we put out 3 or 4 hummingbird feeders so that we can sit on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • William Jones avatar

    Peter's Message Of Power Series

    Contributed by William Jones on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,734 views

    A call to evangelism focusing on Peter's first message after the church received the gift and power of the Holy Spirit.

    We are continuing our study in the book of Acts this weekend. We are going to look at Chapter 2 of Acts, verses 14-41. Up to this point we see Christ ascending into Heaven, leaving his disciples with simply instructions. Spread the Gospel the ends of the earth, but to wait for the Holy Spirit to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Aim For Perfection Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2010
     | 9,349 views

    In this sermon, we wrap up the entire series by challenging ourselves to aim for perfection, strive toward unity, examine ourselves, and lean on the Lord.

    Introduction: A. How many of you break out into a cold sweat or used to break out into a cold sweat when you hear the words: “Clear your desk, take out a sheet of paper and something to write with. We are going to have a pop quiz”? 1. How many of you like taking tests? 2. It can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Paid It All Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,295 views

    Does reflecting upon the price Jesus paid for you produce an attitude of worship in you?

    Why do I worship? Because Jesus paid the whole price of my sin! Make the Effort! I have played volleyball for a number of years. When you play “pick up games” that is where people just kind of join your team as they walk in, you never know who you will get or what skill level you will find. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mediator Series

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,559 views

    A sermon series on Job

    “God is Good…All the time!” We Need A Mediator! Job 9:2, 32-35 Over the past two months, we’ve been studying the Book of Job. Most of you know the plot. Job is a prosperous and happy man. Satan presents the allegation to God that the only reason Job worships Him is because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist