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    Conflicts, Confessions, And The Cost Of Discipleship, Part 2 (Matthew 16:13-28)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 29, 2025
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    This is the chapter where Peter proclaims that Jesus Christ is the Promised Messiah and Son of God. This confession of faith is the catalyst that gave birth to the church, with Jesus being the Chief Cornerstone (1Peter 2:6-8).

    Jesus and His disciples entered the region of Caesarea Philippi, located 25 miles north of the Sea of Galilee. This was the territory where Philip, the brother of Herod Antipas, ruled as Tetrarch. It was here that the Lord asked the disciples, “Who do men say that I the Son of Man, am?” He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conceal A Matter

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 31, 2023
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    Faithful spirit is seldom found in today’s loud world, spilling beans (revealing secrets) is trendy and fashionable.

    Conceals a matter Proverbs 11:13 "A talebearer reveals secrets, But he who is of a faithful spirit conceals a matter.” Faithful spirit is seldom found in today’s loud world, spilling beans (revealing secrets) is trendy and fashionable. On Wednesday (Oct. 25), New York Times revealed their ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Power For The Powerless Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025
     | 89 views

    Power for the Powerless

    Acts 14 v 8 - 18 Power for the Powerless The Condition The Man - 8 And there sat a certain man at Lystra, The Malady - impotent in his feet, The Misery - being a cripple from his mother’s womb, The Mastery - who never had walked: The Conviction The Receiving - 9 the same heard Paul speak: ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Use It Or Lose It

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Dec 25, 2025
     | 85 views

    The "law of atrophy" is a work in all aspects of life, including the spiritual.

    USE IT OR LOSE IT The Law of Atrophy at Work INTRODUCTION A. As I drive along, observing the sights of the countryside and see houses with roofs caving in, windows broken out, and all the other signs of abandonment, I am pained. Once people lived there, children may have played there, the supper ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    If You Would Have Been There Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
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     | 1,384 views

    Jesus enters into our pain and grief, weeping with us and offering hope through His resurrection power.

    Today, we're going to talk about a story from the Bible that shows us how Jesus brings hope even in the toughest times. We'll be looking at the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-44. But first, let's start with an object lesson that will help us understand the main idea of this message. (Hand out a ...read more

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    A Miraculous Birth Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Dec 14, 2023
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     | 705 views

    Just like Mary, we are chosen to be dwelling places for God. However, we often face obstacles of unworthiness, unbelief, and unwillingness that hinder the Holy Spirit's work in our lives.

    In the Bible, Luke tells us that the Holy Spirit did something amazing in Mary. She became pregnant with Jesus, even though she was a virgin. She was just a regular girl, but she became the mother of Jesus. That's like pulling a rabbit out of a hat, right? And just like Mary, God wants to do ...read more

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    Walking With God: The Seven Key Traits SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    This sermon explores the seven essential characteristics required to walk with God, drawing inspiration from the life of Enoch. These traits are crucial for pleasing God and potentially experiencing a personal spiritual ascension, similar to Enoch's.

    Today, we will explore the seven essential characteristics that must be present in those who desire to walk with God. These qualities are crucial for us to please God and strive to emulate the life of Enoch, who was taken up by God in his own private Rapture. 1. Right Thinking: To walk with God, we ...read more

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    Unlocking Supernatural Abilities With God's Anointing SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,162 views

    God's anointing empowers us to transcend our natural abilities and perform supernatural feats. To advance in life and ministry, we need a continuous flow of fresh anointing from the Holy Spirit.

    According to the Bible, every believer who is born again and filled with the Holy Spirit has the anointing of God in their life. However, it is our responsibility to cultivate and increase this anointing. Some individuals walk in a greater level of anointing than others, and this is determined by ...read more

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    The Price Of Following Jesus SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,252 views

    Exploring why the rich young ruler walked away and the true cost of following Jesus.

    In the Gospels, we find various conversations and interactions that Jesus had with people during His earthly ministry. These exchanges are of great importance to us, as they teach us valuable lessons. One such encounter is with the rich young ruler, whose story ends tragically. Let us delve into ...read more

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    Gratitude For Dads SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 462 views

    We need to be thankful to our fathers for many things.

    Introduction: Today, we gather to express our gratitude to the Lord and honor our earthly fathers. Fatherhood is a complex and challenging role, but it is also a tremendous blessing. Let us reflect on some of the reasons why we should be thankful to our fathers. We must acknowledge and appreciate ...read more

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    The Secret Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,586 views

    THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD

    BIG IDEA: THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD I. (:1) REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF A. Humility in Attitude 1. How I think about myself “O Lord, my heart is not proud” not being puffed up with a sense of my own importance 2. How I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Praying Mother

    Contributed by Robert Travis on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,387 views

    Where would we be without a praying mother?

    A PRAYING MOTHER I SAMUEL 1:9-18 9So Hannah rose up after they had eaten in Shiloh, and after they had drunk. Now Eli the priest sat upon a seat by a post of the temple of the LORD. 10And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore. 11And she vowed a vow, and said, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    9-11 – A Warning For Thoughtful Actions

    Contributed by Ervin Kosch on Sep 7, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,160 views

    Thoughtful actions when dealing with the forces of terror.

    Reason for writing this sermon: The Word does allow for defense against an enemy, but not with out wisdom. As of writing this we are about to enter into a new phase of aggressive actions in defense of our land. I wanted my congregation to be aware of what we are going to do. We need to support ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Relationship Of The Father And Son: Related To The Church

    Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,673 views

    We can understand the relationship of the Church with the Father when we know their relationship one with the other.

    THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE FATHER & SON: AS WITH THE CHURCH Jn 6:37 I. THE FATHER GIVES EVERYTHING HE HAS TO THE SON A. John 3:35 “The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in his hands.” II. THEY WORK TOGETHER A. 5:17 “said to them, “My Father is always at his work to this very day, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Parable Of The Leaven

    Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jun 30, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 7,156 views

    The Parable of the Leaven is the fourth parable in Matthew 13 (Matt. 13:33). J. Vernon McGee believes it to be “one of the key verses of the Bible!”

    The Parable of the Leaven is the fourth parable in Matthew 13 (Matt. 13:33). J. Vernon McGee believes it to be “one of the key verses of the Bible!” This parable, as well as the Parable of the Mustard Seed, has been used to teach the extension of the Kingdom in its external as well as internal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist