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  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    #56 Lavish Love Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 7, 2021
     | 2,948 views

    Just before the Passion of Christ, Mark tells us a story of extravagant love shown to Jesus by Mary who models for us the kind of love we should show to our Savior.

    #56 Lavish Love Series: Mark Chuck Sligh November 7, 2021 NOTE: The conclusion of this message was adapted from David Dykes’ sermon on the same text on SermonCentral.com. It’s worth reading his whole sermon. TEXT: Mark 14:1-11 – “After two days was the feast of the passover, and of unleavened ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Be Ready: Living In The Last Days With Faith And Urgency Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025
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     | 1,049 views

    We are not living in ordinary days. The world feels heavy with uncertainty, like the calm before a storm. And many are asking, “Are we living in the last days?” The Bible answers with clarity: Yes.

    Go! And Be Ready: Living in the Last Days with Faith and Urgency INTRODUCTION: A WAKE-UP CALL FOR OUR TIMES We are not living in ordinary days. The world feels heavy with uncertainty, like the calm before a storm. Many are asking, “Are we living in the last days?” The Bible answers with clarity: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gospel Of The Kingdom

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 23, 2024
     | 1,354 views

    As you consider the life and ministry of Jesus, what comes to mind? What was His purpose for coming to the earth? He came with purpose – a purpose ordained of God, the Father before the foundation of the world.

    The Gospel of the Kingdom Mark 1:14-15 “When you hear the bells ringing out at Christmas, think of the reason why Jesus was born. Dream not that He came to load your tables and fill your cups, but in your mirth look higher than all earth-born things. When you hear that in certain churches there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    That They May Be One

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
     | 1,360 views

    In His final prayer before the cross, Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but for all future believers — including us. His heartfelt request was for unity: “That they all may be one.”

    THAT THEY MAY BE ONE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:20-26 Supporting Texts: Psalm 133:1-3, Ephesians 4:1-6, Colossians 3:12-14, Acts 2:1, Romans 15:5-6 INTRODUCTION: In His final prayer before the cross, Jesus prayed not only for His disciples but for all future believers — including ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Listening To Last Words

    Contributed by David Zachrich on May 19, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 482 views

    Before Jesus departed from His disciples to return to heaven, after His crucifixion and resurrection to pay for the sins of the world, He offered several final messages that were – and still are – important.

    Revelation 21:1-6,12-20 Last words … Friends in Christ, When children leave home after high school or college, words are shared between parent and child to express love. When a loved one passes, if there is an opportunity, last words are shared are also shared to express love and gratitude. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Barriers To Faithfulness

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jan 28, 2026
     | 97 views

    Stop waiting for "perfect conditions" before you are faithful. Be faithful whether you are in the ‘pit,’ ‘prison,’ or ‘palace.’ This message discusses 6 Barriers to our being faithful stewards.

    In Luke 19:11-27, Jesus told a parable of a nobleman who was to embark on a journey. Before leaving for His journey, He gave 10 of his servants 10 minas; that is, each servant received a mina from the Master. On giving each servant a mina, the Master said to them, "Occupy till I come”, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ending The Year In Faith, Beginning The Future In Hope Lamentations 3:22-23 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,074 views

    Today, as we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the year before us, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness, His guiding hand, and the hope we have in Christ.

    Ending the Year in Faith, Beginning the Future in Hope Lamentations 3:22-23 Introduction Today, as we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the year before us, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness, His guiding hand, and the hope we have in Christ. Psalm 90:12: "Teach us to realize ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Extreme Widows! Mark 12: 41-44

    Contributed by David Smith on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,105 views

    My focus here is on three widows - Ruth, her mother-in-law Naomi, and a nameless pensioner who puts all her livelihood into the offertory plate! As ever, the characters the Bible brings before us as heroes of the faith are persons whom the community at

    A priest by the name of Wes Seeliger was shopping for a motorcycle. The Harley-Davidson salesperson bragged ‘this machine will go from 0 to 150 in 20 seconds. It will hug the road at 150 km/h. It will outrun anything on wheels. What do you do for a living, sir.’ ‘I’m a priest’ Seeliger said. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    A Cosmic Christmas Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 18, 2025
     | 221 views

    Jürgen Moltmann reminds us that “The child in the manger opens up a cosmic horizon: in him the new creation begins.” But that story doesn’t begin in Bethlehem. It begins before the beginning. It truly does open up a cosmic horizon.

    A Cosmic Christmas   John 1:1-14 Introduction Jürgen Moltmann reminds us that “The child in the manger opens up a cosmic horizon: in him the new creation begins.” But that story doesn’t begin in Bethlehem. It begins before the beginning. It truly does open up a cosmic horizon. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Center Bubbled Life

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 1, 2022
     | 1,831 views

    This little sermon/devotional can be used before Communion to speak of the need to live a life of balance between DOING and BEING - using Martha and Mary as a backdrop. You can give out little bubble balance/level items as a reminder.

    Scripture: Luke 10:38-42 and Psalms 46 Theme: Living a Balanced Life – Doing and Being Title: Living a Center Bubbled Life Learning through Jesus’ conversation with Martha and Mary how to live a more balanced life between doing and being. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Go On To Grow Up!

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jun 4, 2001
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,156 views

    The writer of Hebrews calls us to seize the opportunities God has set before us to grow up into the fullness of Christ. This study also deals with the ageless debate of "can a follower of Jesus ’fall’ from grace?’"

    Go On To Grow Up! Hebrews 6:1-8 The opportunities are limitless. On any given day of the week there are opportunities for people of all ages to attend a Bible study, sing songs of praise unto the Lord of glory, and spend time drinking deeply of God’s good Word. You want to study Matthew, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    That Same God – Part 4

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025
     | 579 views

    The same God who lifted the lowly, made a way where there was none, and fought battles for His people is still at work today. He does not change, and He is still in control of your situation. What He has done before, He will do again.

    THAT SAME GOD – PART 4 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:37 – “David said moreover, The LORD that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the LORD be with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon 2: Gethsemane Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020
     | 9,715 views

    We will never be able to comprehend the cosmic struggle Jesus experienced in the Garden of Gethsemane the night before his crucifixion. The sermon helps us to see the emotional struggle between Jesus’ human and divine sides, and what that teaches us.

    Sermon 2: Gethsemane Series: 82 Hours: Countdown to the Resurrection Chuck Sligh Preaching March 31, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Commendations And Instructions - Philippians, Part 6 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 4, 2022
     | 1,175 views

    - Paul’s reminders are clear, and his encouragement is always before us: Legal worship was outward: based on acts, restricted to certain times and places and - Christian worship begins internally, it flows from the workings of the Holy Spirit (within us).

    “Commendations and Instructions” - Philippians, Part 6 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 6 Philippians 2:25 – 3:4 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New Clothes/New Image

    Contributed by Michael Trask on Dec 12, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,664 views

    We sense that we’ve got an image problem. Like Adam and Eve before us, we try to fix it with clothing. But it can only be truly fixed with the garments of Salvation which our Lord provides through his Son Jesus

    “I delight greatly in the LORD; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of righteousness.” Does this look all right? Do these go together or do they clash? Does this make me look fat? These are the kinds of questions we impose upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran