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  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Patience Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 19, 2006
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    Patience is something we all need. I want to thank James Westervelt for his sermon on the subject that was very helpful.

    INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 • You are in a hurry; the alarm did not go off this morning. Everything you do seems to go wrong. • You get dressed and as you eat breakfast, you find that you spilled some food on your outfit. More time lost. • You get in the car, it will not start, a dead battery. • More ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Give Them Something To Eat

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Aug 6, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
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    In the story of the feeding of the 5,000, Jesus is telling us that we all have resources that we don’t yet realize. We tend to forget that, with Jesus, we have divine resources at our disposal.

    Give Them Something to Eat Matthew 14:13-21 August 7, 2005 John the Baptist had become a thorn in the side of the monarchy and an enemy of those who believed that they didn’t have to be accountable for their actions. Out of hatred and jealousy, King Herod’s wife and daughter demanded – and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Smith avatar

    Christ Is King! Series

    Contributed by David Smith on Dec 3, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
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    Then Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, ’Are you the King of the Jews?’ Jesus answered, ’Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?’ Pilate replied, ’I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief

    Welcome to the last Sunday of the Christian year - a day traditionally referred to as the feast of ’Christ the King’. I appreciate that there are probably not many here that manage their schedule according to the ecclesiastical calendar, yet I’m sure w are all familiar with the way in which ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Gregory Lilly avatar

    I Glory In God

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 10, 2013
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    Many people boast about their wisdom, might, or riches, but Jeremiah shares in this message the only true reason to glory. If you want to glory in anything, glory in God and proclaim His power throughout the world.

    Jeremiah 9:23-24 Intro: Jeremiah was a young priest denouncing the practice of worshiping images. Jeremiah gave reason to worship the true God, His creative power and providential care. Although Jeremiah's message was strong and his faith deep in God, the people would reject his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jael's Extraordianry Day

    Contributed by Tim Secrist on Feb 22, 2013
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    Sometimes the ordinary seems mundane, but occasionally it turns exraordinary. This is a narrative of an ordinary day turning into much more. Even a "nobody" can do something extraordinary in the hands of God.

    Jael’s Extraordinary Day Judges 4:17-24 Jael’s life was nothing if not predictable. Living in the low mountains of Eastern Israel, bordering Canaan, among the scorpions and rocks and dust, Jael’s life was difficult at best, and monotonous at worst. Boredom and monotony were her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Eschatology 5 Of 16 The Tribulation Period

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2022
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    In the last sermon, we started dealing with the most dreadful time in the history of man - the seven years known as THE TRIBULATION PERIOD. This period of time will take place after the rapture of the church, and we are placed in our glorified bodies.

    Let’s take a minute to review what we talked about in the last sermon - I. THE PURPOSE OF THE TRIBULATION PERIOD We dealt with two things in the first sermon as to why God allows this time to take place on earth. A. TO PREPARE ISRAEL FOR THE MESSIAH They will be convinced that Christ is Who He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From His Bruises Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Apr 17, 2025
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    This is a sermon series for the six Sundays of Lent. I am using a wooden "Tau" cross on the platform and some examples of the instruments of torture the Romans used - a large spike, scourge/cat of 9 tails, spear, and crown of thorns. There is a teaching sheet below the sermon.

    Series: Jesus’ Blood for Me “From His Bruises” Titus 2:11-14 Pastor John Bright Titus 2 “11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, 12 teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age, 13 looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When It Doesn't Get Any Better

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007
    based on 22 ratings
     | 16,618 views

    This Psalm is like no other chapter in all the Bible. It is a Song of Sorrow. It is a Psalm of Sadness. It is, without a doubt, the darkness and sadness of all the Psalms. But let us remember that the darkest hour is just before dawn, and so, when tr

    WHEN IT DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER--PSALM 88 Introduction: This is the eleventh of the thirteen “Maschill” Psalms. In an earlier lesson I showed that “Maschill” means instruction. This is thirteenth of the Instruction Psalms. This Psalm is like no other chapter in all the Bible. It is a Song ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Come Unto Me

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 14, 2018
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    That we would come as simple as a child to Jesus and receive the things He desires for us.

    Come unto me Matthew 11:20-28 Introduction- This morning if you would turn to Matthew 11:20-28. We will dig into the passage that most have heard of. We read come to Jesus to find rest… Most have no clue what that means or what to do with it. We see what appears to harsh words from Jesus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Laying It On The Altar Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2009
    based on 71 ratings
     | 25,683 views

    Exodus tells us the Altar of Sacrifice was made of wood. But wouldn’t that burn up? Find out why it didn’t... and why this was one of only two wooden altars ever known to man.

    OPEN: A few years ago, USA Today conducted a survey and asked Americans in the top 1% income bracket how much they would be willing to spend on three intangible items: Great intellect, true love, and a place in heaven. They found that the super wealthy would be willing to spend an average of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Christ: Pierced

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 18, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
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    He brought forth a bride for the first Adam from his side; now He has done the same for the Last Adam

    It has been said many times, that crucifixion must be the cruelest form of capital punishment ever devised by the mind of man. In our culture of comfort, and in a time when the pendulum of justice has swung so far away from the protection of society and so far toward the protection of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Bruce Landry avatar

    Our Battle Against Becoming Bitter Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,012 views

    We are admonished against becoming bitter in our walk this side. Let us look into God’s word for greater direction.

    Our Battle Against Becoming Bitter Why do we harbor bitterness in our hearts??? The following may give us an insight. One day, two monks were walking through the countryside. They were on their way to another village to help bring in the crops. As they walked, they spied an old woman sitting at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Eternity In Heart, Eternity At Hand Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,781 views

    Going to begin a series entitled, “From Here To Eternity”… focusing on the grand questions of death and eternity… of what lies on the other side.

    Intro: Begin with Question: Where are you going?—not after church… not in your career … I mean the “BIG going.” What awaits you when you face physical death? - I hope in your heart your response is heaven. If so… do you have any idea what heaven will be like? Simply a place of rest? Issued ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cash For Clunkers

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 20, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,982 views

    The Govt incentive to car dealers, Cash for Clunkers. Everything this side of heaven is a clunker. But God’s promise is heaven. Imperishable.

    8.9.2009.Sermon.Cash for Clunkers By William Akehurst, BA HSWC While driving up the road past a local car dealership, I saw what I would have to say is one of the best marketing statements I have ever seen. On the lot was a large rollback dumpster with a car sticking up in the air, as if placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Perfect Justice

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 23, 2009
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     | 6,249 views

    The justice of God is two-sided and perfect in its judgment and execution. We, His saints need not fear retribution but reward and refuge.

    Perfect Justice Prairie Baptist Church – 10/25/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 9 Key verse: Psalm 9:9-10 - 9The LORD also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. 10And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist