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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Not Quite A Christian Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 21, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,490 views

    The Savior saved us so we will speak about Him to those He sends us to.

    How many of you remember the sermon from last weekend? Me either. Howard Hendricks used to say we have the potential of remembering 10% of what we hear, and that’s just the potential. Another pastor believes we forget 95% of a sermon after 72 hours. For us to remember, we need to hear things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why We Should Wait On The Lord

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 17, 2022
     | 4,548 views

    In our text, God talks to us about waiting. Waiting is something none of us enjoy doing.

    Most of us would have to admit we have never heard anyone say, “I love to wait”. There are some particular things we hate to wait for, such as: • Sitting in the dentist’s office waiting for them to say, “You are next!” When they say this, you almost want to kiss your wife and kids goodbye, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Kinsman Redeemer (Epiphany 2017).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 2,168 views

    Jesus is a pioneer whose suffering shows us God’s victory and gives us access to God.

    THE KINSMEN REDEEMER Text: Hebrews 2:10 -18 Have you ever heard of the law of the kinsman redeemer? There are three things that have to happen for someone to be redeemed. The first rule is that the redeemer must be a relative to those in debt. The second ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Foolishness Of The Cross--Updated Version

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 18, 2025
     | 598 views

    How does the Cross show us the love of God and steer us in the way we are called to live?

    “The Foolishness of the Cross” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 There is a story about a wealthy early colonial settler who asked the rector of the church if it was possible to find salvation outside of the Church of England. The rector wrestled with how to answer the question because he knew it was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    How To Make A Difference Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 839 views

    Jesus calls us to let our light shine; here, Paul calls us to walk in the light.

    Background to passage: In this text we are reminded that we used to be darkness and now we are light. Jesus calls us to let our light shine; here, Paul calls us to walk in the light. I think he tells us some ways to do that, and I want to bring it down a little closer to where we live today. So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Demonstration Of God's Love

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 10, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,953 views

    God loves us so much and He demonstrated the love to us with evidence that is too real to be doubted.

    The Demonstration of God's Love Study Text: Romans 5:5 - 8 Introduction: One of the deepest needs of our hearts is to be loved by others. Not only do we want to be loved, but we want also for others to make that love known to us. We want to see a demonstration of their love. We want to hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Taking The Bread Of Life Always In Faith

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2024
     | 539 views

    Our senses, as St. Thomas taught, deceive us. Only faith enables us to recognize the reality.

    Twentieth Sunday in Course 2024 There are, we know intuitively, that there are two ways for a human being to go. The Scriptures refer to them as Wisdom and Foolishness. The writer of the book of Proverbs introduces our theme by picturing Wisdom as a person who builds a kind of Temple with seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    O Holy Night

    Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 28, 2023
     | 935 views

    Using the famous hymn as a backdrop, we explore the world Jesus was born into and what He means to us.

    O Holy Night CCCAG Christmas Eve 2023 -Scripture: John 1:5, Luke 2:8, Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:11, John 8:12, John 3:16 Introduction: Have people say their Favorite Christmas Carols I love them all, but if I had to pick one that will always make my heart sing, it’s O Holy Night. To me, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ronald Moore avatar

    Stewardship Of Talents: Investing In The Kingdom

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 19, 2023
     | 1,586 views

    A passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and generous God.

    Grace, mercy, and peace be with you, my beloved in Christ. Today, our hearts are invited to dwell upon a parable found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 14 to 30. It is a passage that challenges us to reflect deeply on the stewardship of the talents entrusted to us by our gracious and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "take Courage. It Is I."

    Contributed by Les Buttolph on Aug 28, 2023
     | 1,444 views

    When the storms of life threaten, even overwhelm us, know that Jesus is there, and can save us.

    One very cold day, a farmer sees a bird lying on the path, half dead. He picks up the bird, cradles it in his hands, and blows his warm breath on it. The bird begins to revive, but the farmer has chores to do, and doesn’t have the time to nurse the bird to recovery. But he spots a fresh cow pile, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Unimaginable Blessings Of God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,506 views

    In a world often filled with trials and tribulations, this scripture reminds us of the extraordinary promises that await us as believers.

    "The Unimaginable Blessings of God" Introduction: Today, we explore the profound wisdom of 1 Corinthians 2:9, which reveals the unimaginable blessings that God has prepared for those who love Him. In a world often filled with trials and tribulations, this scripture reminds us of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cinderella Church

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 25, 2023
     | 927 views

    Let’s ask God to help us dream big and believe in the future he has for us.

    "Who is here among you that remembers this house in its former glory?“ Most of you, right? Do you remember how things were, a couple of months into the rebuilding process, when the debris had been cleared away but the rebuilding hadn’t really begun yet. The shock of the fire and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Jesus' Journey Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 14, 2024
     | 880 views

    Jesus identified with us, and now he wants us to identify with him through the power of the Holy Spirit.

    The Journey of Jesus Text: Matt. 3:13-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: The cross of Jesus Christ and his baptism express the same thing. Our Lord was not a martyr; he was not merely a good man; he was God Incarnate. He came down to the lowest reach of creation to bring back the whole human race ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 7 - Great Is Your Reward In Heaven Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 14, 2025
     | 622 views

    The promised rewards of heaven are given to us from God to inspire and empower us towards faithfulness and perseverance.

    A. Do you know who holds the record for the most homeruns in a single MLB season? 1. The answer is Barry Bonds – he hit 73 home runs in 2001. 2. Mark McGwire holds the #2 and #4 spots with 70 home runs in 1998 and 65 in 1999. 3. Sammy Sosa holds the #3, #5, and # 6 spots with 66 home runs in 1998, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Birth Names Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 5, 2025
     | 261 views

    The birth names of Jesus. “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given."

    1. Jesus. “Thou shalt call His name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins” (Matt. 1:21). The Greek name Jesus comes from the Hebrew Joshua. “Jehovah Saves.” Links His birth to His purpose to provide salvation. 2. Immanuel. “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist