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  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,540 views

    God treats sinners like us the same way he treated the vile King Ahab - with patience and mercy.

    Of all the villains in the Star Wars movies, who is the most infamous? Darth Maul? Count Dooku? General Grievous? No. Darth Vader is the most notorious villain of them all. Even those who have never seen Star Wars before know that Darth Vader is a bad guy. Who’s been the most recognizable villain ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Twelve Spies Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 4, 2022
     | 6,792 views

    The Twelve Spies were a group of Israelite chieftains, one from each of the Twelve Tribes, who were dispatched by Moses to scout out the Land of Canaan for 40 days as a future home for the Israelite people, when the Israelites were in the wilderness.

    The Twelve Spies The Grapes of Canaan Although the spies brought back a cluster of grapes so large that it took two men to carry it (Numbers 13:23), only two of the twelve brought back a good report of the land. The Twelve Spies, as recorded in the Book of Numbers, were a group of Israelite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Your Way Back Home SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,516 views

    Sometimes, the most detrimental thing God can do is to grant us our desires. The prodigal son's journey to a 'far country' symbolizes a place that first exists in our hearts. This journey and his eventual return home teaches us about the dangers of desire and the power of forgiveness.

    Today, we will explore the parable of the Prodigal Sons, which is the third story in a series of parables told by Jesus. This parable, along with the stories of a lost coin and a missing sheep, teaches us important lessons about God's love and forgiveness. Let us dive into the story and uncover its ...read more

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    Giving Your Children Back To God

    Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 20, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,607 views

    Baby/Child Dedication A parent's decision to raise their child in church, according to the Word of God is a blessing, and a major commitment.

    GIVING YOUR CHILDREN BACK TO GOD (Baby Dedication) Question: • Have you ever given your children back to God? o (Some of you are thinking, “I’d like to give them back—but I didn’t think God would take them back. o I thought He had a ‘no return’ policy on kids! o Besides, I lost the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Barnabas Brings Paul Back To Antioch Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 13, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,275 views

    The Antioch church under the leadership that Barnabas provided had grown to the point that it was obvious that Barnabas needed a helper. One man immediately came to mind, his friend Saul of Tarsus (Paul).

    May 23, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: Barnabas Brings Paul Back to Antioch (11:25, 26) Scripture (Acts 11:25, 26; KJV) 25 Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: 26 And when he had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 2, 2022
     | 3,393 views

    There are many godly people on this earth and we can learn how to live a godly life from their life.

    Also, there are many ungodly people on this earth and we can learn what not to do from their life. The Bible gives us godly and ungodly men and women to learn from. Illus: August of 2022 the local news reported that the schools in South Carolina was a large shortage of teachers to teach our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get Back To Your Resting Place

    Contributed by James May on Sep 29, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 15,485 views

    There is a place of rest for the people of God. A place where we can live in victory, free from condemnation and fear of losing our souls.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Isaiah 29 Back From The Brink Series

    Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016
     | 8,427 views

    Exposition of Isaiah 29

    Isaiah 29 Back from the Brink Beware of Tripping vs. 1-8 Beware of Blindspots vs. 9-16 Restored to Blessings vs. 17-24 Intro: In 1991 Jimmy Conors was playing his final US Open He was 39 years old and way past his prime It didn’t start out well with him almost losing his opening match to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Your Soul Talks Back

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025
     | 66 views

    When your soul talks back with despair, answer it with Spirit-filled faith — stir up the gift and praise your God again.

    There are moments in life when faith feels like it’s lost its soundtrack. You still know the words, you still come to church, you still bow your head for prayer — but inside, something has gone quiet. You’re mouthing the lines of faith, yet your soul isn’t singing along. That’s what Psalm 42 feels ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Reset To Fruitfulness / Get Back On Track PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 962 views

    This sermon explores God's fundamental plan for humanity, our faltering faith, and His unwavering forgiveness and future promises, as illustrated in Genesis 9.

    Good morning, beloved. It's a joy to gather with you in the house of the Lord. Today, we are turning to the pages of Genesis, to the ninth chapter, to reflect on a narrative that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh as the morning dew. It's a story that reminds us of God's fundamental plan, our ...read more

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    Tears Shed On The Way Back Home

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 31, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 22,301 views

    A sermon examining the road back to the Father's house.

    Tears Shed On The Way Back Home Psalm 6:1-10 Big Jim Hammil of the Kingsmen Quartet used to do a recitation that told the story of an evangelist was making his way home on a train. He sat down beside a young man, and after a while he noticed tears in his eyes. The minister asked if there was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What If Jesus Comes Back Like That

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,618 views

    We are called to live as those living in the light for Christ is coming for those who have separated themselves from the night.

    WHAT IF JESUS COMES BACK LIKE THAT ROMANS 13: 8-14 DECEMBER 2, 2001 INTRODUCTION: What If Jesus Came Back Like That by Collin Ray TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text for this day, the first Sunday in Advent, calls us to think of the soon coming of Christ. Just like Collin’s song, we never quite seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Has Got Your Back

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,182 views

    God has already seen your trials and troubles for the next year. The Lord Jehovah has gone before you. He has already been to where you are going. He gets there first. However, the church also facing danger behind; enemies may attack her in her hinder

    WHO HAS GOT YOUR BACK? Isaiah 52:12 The Church of Christ is continually represented under the figure of an army. How comforting is this text to the believer who recognizes himself as a soldier and the whole church as an army! The church has its infallible guide - PROVISION, “For the Lord will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Back To God: A Personal Reflection SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,002 views

    What can I give back to the Lord for all the good things He has done for me? This question forms the basis of our sermon, encouraging a personal and thoughtful reflection on our relationship with God.

    Today, we will explore a deeply personal and practical question: "What can I give to the Lord for all His blessings towards me?" This question arises from a heart filled with gratitude and a desire to respond to God's goodness. Let us delve into the content of Psalm 116 to find answers. First, we ...read more

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    Repentance

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 6, 2022
     | 1,850 views

    Two main components of New Testament preaching are repentance and faith. Let’s examine how they go together.

    Two main components of New Testament preaching are repentance and faith. Let’s examine how they go together. Repent & Believe What do repentance and belief have to do with salvation? Feeling sorry for ourselves but refusing to change does nothing. But, grief with repentance leads to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist