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  • Akindele Opoola avatar

    Delivered From Them All

    Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Aug 8, 2025
     | 292 views

    Life sometimes feels like a series of battles, storms, and midnight seasons. The Bible does not hide the fact that the righteous will face afflictions. It says “many are the afflictions”—not one, not two, but many. Yet, here lies the believer’s confidence: “The Lord delivereth him out of them all.”

    Opening Scripture: Psalm 34:19 (KJV) – Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all. Introduction: Life sometimes feels like a series of battles, storms, and midnight seasons. The Bible does not hide the fact that the righteous will face afflictions. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "embracing The Surprises Of The Lord

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Mar 3, 2024
     | 729 views

    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God.

    Here is a sermon inspired by the theme of being surprised by God. Introduction: - Have you ever experienced a surprise that completely changed your perspective or direction in life? The Lord has a way of surprising us in unexpected and powerful ways. Main Points: 1. The Unexpected Path: The Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mark Adams avatar

    The Good News Of Bread Series

    Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 23, 2015
     | 8,733 views

    Fourth in a series on Elisha. Often, God invites us to proclaim WHAT he will do, even if we have no idea HOW he will accomplish it. God's intervention in history ultimately causes a ripple of good effects for His people.

    > SCENE ONE King and a Woman
 Famine - Not a natural one. Caused by Syrian seige.

 Donkey’s (unclean, undesirable) head for 2 Lbs of silver…who has that?
 “Dove’s Dung” … Ramen Noodles of the ancient world. (Wild Onions? Seed pods?). ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Great Expectations Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,109 views

    The disciples were confronted with what to do with an empty. Seeing the power of the resurrection in their lives gives us cause for great expectations.

    John 20:1-8 “Great Expectations” INTRODUCTION What do you do with an empty tomb? John is very brief in his description of the events of Easter morning. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found it empty. She ran to Peter and the beloved disciple to tell them that someone had stolen Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Empowered Lives Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,736 views

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the greatest watershed event in human history. Our world will never be the same, and living in the reality of the resurrection our lives will never be the same either.

    John 20:1-8 “Great Expectations” INTRODUCTION What do you do with an empty tomb? John is very brief in his description of the events of Easter morning. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found it empty. She ran to Peter and the beloved disciple to tell them that someone had stolen Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Turning Tragedy Into Triumph

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,531 views

    Discovering how God can turn our tragedies into His triumphs.

    We all have heard the story of H.G. Spafford who was a bussiness man who lost his home. He decided to take his family on vacation to England. He sent his family ahead of him. The ship wrecked, his four daughters drowned and his wife was on the other side of the world overwhelmed with grief. Yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Frederick Baker II avatar

    Facing The Giant Of Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on May 25, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,039 views

    This is sermon four of Facing Giants Series.

    “Facing the Giant of Discouragement” Text: Joshua 1:6-9 6 Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them. 7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Christ The Lord Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 14, 2018
     | 3,780 views

    Jesus is the Messiah Lord who has double power and authority. He could use this power and authority completely for himself, yet he uses his power and authority completely for us. To give us Shalom.

    Note that this message was preached at a Christmas service ... so is shorter than the rest in the series. Message Luke 2:11 Name Above All Names - Christ the Lord Today on this Christmas day we are continuing to look at the names of Jesus in the early. We have been looking at these names through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Voice From The Beach

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 29, 2014
     | 6,839 views

    A perspective on John 21: 1-14. Like the disciples in the boat who listened to the voice of a ‘stranger’ from the beach, somehow you too will know at the right time where to ‘cast the net.’ At that time, you too will say with joy, “It is the Lord.”

    John 21: 1-14 A Voice From The Beach The Gospel according to John closes with one more miracle given by Jesus. Although it is the final miracle recorded in the Gospel, it is the first of his resurrected life. It happened this way: Some of the disciples of Jesus were sitting about on the shore by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Harvest Of The Broken Seed: The Paradox Of A Fruitful Life

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025
     | 202 views

    This sermon unpacks the powerful paradox of John 12:24-25, teaching that like a seed that must die to bear fruit, we must surrender our lives to find true fruitfulness and life eternal.

    Introduction: The Unexpected King Let us transport ourselves to a moment thick with expectation. The city of Jerusalem is trembling with energy. Dust fills the air, mingling with the shouts of a jubilant crowd. The scent of crushed palm leaves is underfoot. It is the week of the Passover, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    Send In The Snakes

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,023 views

    The story of God’s dealings with the children of Israel is one of a sad repetition of events. Israelites were constant rebels and complainers. Whenever they fall into the sin of unfaithfulness and idolatry, God first warns and pleads with them through His

    Intro: The story of God’s dealings with the children of Israel is one of a sad repetition of events. Israelites were constant rebels and complainers. Whenever they fall into the sin of unfaithfulness and idolatry, God first warns and pleads with them through His prophet; then they disregard the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Does The Non-Believer Get Points At Final Judgment For Going To Church?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 9, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,114 views

    A look at how knowing more about God without accepting Him worsens your Judgment Day.

    AN INITIAL CONFUSION: What do the “many blows” mean for a Christian? Answer: This is for non-believers. - Luke 12:47-48. - For me, one of the first places that my mind drifted in thinking about this passage was the idea of purgatory. After all, where else do you get the idea of a believer being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Sold Out To Jesus Or A Sell-Out To Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 28, 2021
     | 2,447 views

    A stark contrast between Mary and Judas sets the stage for the beginning of the of Jesus' ministry.

    THE END IS NIGH: Amid many unanswered questions, everything in this passage makes it clear that Jesus will be gone soon. - John 12:1-11. - Some of the unanswered questions: a. Why anoint six days early? b. Why did no one notice that Judas was stealing? c. How ridiculous is it to think that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Faithful Church Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 55 ratings
     | 21,842 views

    There are specific reasons Christ opened the door of opportunity for the church at Philadelphia. Christ also gives promises to churches, though they be of a little strength, who respond in faith by going through the door of opportunity.

    Revelation 3:7-13 THE FAITHFUL CHURCH [1 Corinthians 16:9 ] The church at Philadelphia was a church that was worthy of praise. Christ hands out their praise liberally. Jesus did not wait for their work to be perfect or for their character to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    My Favorite Jesus - Pt. 1 - Infant Baby Jesus Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,086 views

    Favorite team. Favorite shirt. Favorite food. But a favorite Jesus? What if we miss Him because He doesn’t show up in our favorite way?

    Favorite Jesus Pt. 1 - Infant Baby Jesus I. Introduction I have a lot of favorite things in life. I have a favorite pizza. I have a favorite car. I have a favorite football team. I even have favorite people. And for all of his laughable and stomach turning theology, like Ricky Bobby most of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal