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  • John Hamby avatar

    The Genealogy Of The King Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 24, 2014
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     | 15,127 views

    Matthew begins the story of Jesus with a genealogy to establish the fact that our faith is grounded on fact and history, not myth and legend.

    Christmas Series - 2014 Sermon # 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship And The Fullness Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,751 views

    “God desires to have a close, personal relationship with you, where you and God stand together on common ground.”

    1 John 1:4-7 (NKJV) "Fellowship and the Fullness of Joy" January 7, 2024 The Fellowship - The Father - The Forgiveness of Sin The Fellowship. We like that word, “Fellowship.” In the Baptist Church it is often associated with food. We even name our cafeteria, our Fellowship Hall. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Don't Believe This Stuff Anymore! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 11, 2023
     | 1,754 views

    Based on 1 Cor. 1:18 - This sermon defines deconstruction & the importance of being grounded in the truth of the Gospel.

    “I DON’T BELIEVE THIS STUFF ANYMORE” 1 Cor. 1:18 FBCF – 9/10/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Here are some names I want throw out to you: - Derek Webb (Caedmon’s Call – now a drag queen who calls himself “Flamy Grant”) - Kevin Max (DC Talk) - John Steingard (Hawk Nelson) - Michael & Lisa Gungor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Celebrating Unity Of The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,126 views

    This sermon explores the importance of unity in the church, grounded in God's promises, and how to cultivate this unity through love and understanding.

    Good morning, my dear family in Christ. As we gather here today in this sacred assembly, we are reminded of the comforting assurance of our shared faith, the unbreakable bond that we share in the love of Christ. We are not just individuals standing alone, but we are collectively the body of Christ, ...read more

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    The Miracle Of Anticipation SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,917 views

    Expectation is the breeding ground for miracles. Remember the excitement and anticipation the night before Christmas or your Birthday. This is the power of expectation.

    Expectation is the key to experiencing miracles. Think back to when you were a child, eagerly awaiting Christmas or your birthday. You were filled with excitement and anticipation, unable to sleep because you knew something amazing was about to happen. That feeling of expectation is what we need to ...read more

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    The Marks Of A Generation That Knows Not God

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 8, 2021
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    We must understand that the Old Testament is not written just to fill up space in the Bible but is written to instruct and inform us of what to do and not do. Romans 15:4 “For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning.”

    The Marks of a Generations that knows not God. By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - A few years ago I had an incident happen that saddened my heart but also made me think just where we as a people are going and how each generation is failing the next generation. I had a Red 150 step-side ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Before God's Throne Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,048 views

    Isaiah receives a vision of the sacred Temple and blazing holiness of God and is forever changed and fully equipped to stand his ground.

    The year Israel’s king died, Isaiah received a vision of the undying King of kings. Uzziah had reigned for 52 years, and his rule brought prosperity and national security. Uzziah’s death spelled the end of an era; his death weakened the nation, but the greatest King remained seated ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    You Asked Me To Be Your New Pastor

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 15, 2011
    based on 34 ratings
     | 15,171 views

    A message from a pastor who has been hired to lead a church to a congregation, establishing the ground rules for their future relationship.

    You had heard that due to my health, I had to temporarily retire from the ministry. You also heard that I was healed and contemplating planting our third church. That is when I received a phone call from the leaders of your church, asking me if I would consider being your new pastor. You said ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    I Believe In Believing Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,583 views

    Two CHARACTERISTICS of faith that will keep you on solid ground even when the rest of the world has turned upside down.

    When the two days were over, he went from that place to Galilee (for Jesus himself had testified that a prophet has no honor in the prophet¡¦s own country). When he came to Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him, since they had seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the festival; for they too had ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Take A Look At Your Shoes

    Contributed by Chase Gallimore on Apr 5, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,863 views

    We explore how clean our shoes are as we learn from Moses what it means to walk on holy ground

    Exodus 3:1-6 1 Now Moses was tending the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian, and he led the flock to the far side of the desert and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. 2 There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in flames of fire from within a bush. Moses saw that though the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Resurrection Of Jesus - The Basis Of Christianity

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 12, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,083 views

    Christianity is grounded in the Resurrection of Jesus, and yet many Christians have never taken the time to look at the available evidence on the subject.

    When a person professes to be Born-Again, they should be able to defend the foundational facts of Christianity. “We are even found to be misrepresenting God, because we testified about God that he raised Christ, whom he did not raise if it is true that the dead are not raised. For if the dead are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 857 views

    Explores the importance of gratitude, its grounding in God's love and mercy, and its role in recognizing God's grace in all circumstances.

    Welcome, beloved family of Christ. It's a joy to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow in His wisdom. As we come together today, let's remember the words Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that ...read more

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    Preaching To A Superstitious Crowd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 572 views

    This sermon explores staying grounded in Christ amidst distractions, challenging superstitions, and confronting fears with unwavering faith in God's promises.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Today, we gather once again, not as mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. Today, we're going to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom of God's word, allowing it to shape us, mould us, and guide us on our path ...read more

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    Who Is Ready For The Meeting?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 30, 2022
     | 701 views

    What happens when we die physically? Do our bodies remain in the ground? What about our souls?

    Prophetic truth has a utilitarian reason. It is to condemn the hearts of sinners. It is to empower Christians to holiness, and to provide hope and solace to Christians in the hour of death. This letter was composed to urge Christians to live purified lives while they await the return of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Not What We Expected

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 9, 2018
     | 6,614 views

    Opposition to the Good News of Jesus Christ is nothing new. The first 12 pastors were instructed how to deal with it. Think long and hard how you respond to the message of the Good News as there are consequences depending on your reaction.

    Not What We Expected Mark 6:1-13 Jesus said that; ““A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.” “He was amazed at their lack of faith.” Mark 6:4 Sometimes people think they know you. They think they know your family and your family ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed