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  • GUY GLASS avatar

    Sir, We Would See Jesus

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 7, 2023
     | 1,856 views

    This message looks at the ways people can see Jesus in us today

    PALM SUNDAY 2023 JOHN 12:17–21 NOW THE CROWD THAT WAS WITH HIM WHEN HE CALLED LAZARUS FROM THE TOMB AND RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD CONTINUED TO SPREAD THE WORD. 18 MANY PEOPLE, BECAUSE THEY HAD HEARD THAT HE HAD PERFORMED THIS SIGN, WENT OUT TO MEET HIM. 19 SO THE PHARISEES SAID TO ONE ANOTHER, “SEE, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    She Still Speaks But Are We Listening

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 20, 2017
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     | 10,965 views

    I used our sermon building and the architectural designs in it to speak of the sanctuary as a mother who was speaking to us on Mother's Day.

    She Speaks Every Day—Do You Understand Her? May 14, 2017 Proverbs 31:10-31 Revelations 4:6-11 Did your mom ever try to tell you something about life that kept you from making some bad choices? Did your mom ever tell you that life is not easy and that life is not fair. Did your mom ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Some Got Close - But They Didn't Get In

    Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,693 views

    Those that think they areon their way to heaven, but are not.

    WHY SOME GOT CLOSE - BUT THEY DIDN’T GET IN Numbers 14:26-30 Many times in life - people have set goals that they would like to achieve – but for some un-forseen reason - be it comes through you - or some other source - these goals become a distant dream. We have our eyes on the prize – but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "When We Die, Don't We Just Come Back As Something Else?" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 21, 2004
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     | 6,610 views

    What happens after I die?

    This question relates to the idea of reincarnation. This notion has become popular today because of the rise of New Age thought in our culture, but its origins go back to eastern mysticism. Reincarnation is the belief that the individual soul survives and is reincarnated into another body upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    End Times For Advent, Want Can We Do, How Can We Prepare?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 29, 2021
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    Advent is a time to celebrate both the past and the future, as we remember when Jesus. End times prophesy can be horrific, and the last thing we want to hear at during advent. But there is hope, and people need to hear it.

    This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland on the 28th November 2021; a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Jeremiah 33:14-16 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Psalm 25:1-9 Main Reading: Luke 21:25-36 Prayer: My I ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Do We Really Get It?

    Contributed by Timothy Enns on Aug 27, 2013
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     | 4,907 views

    God knows us, loves us and cares for us before time began, what is our response?

    When the 1960s ended, and San Francisco became very expensive to live, many of the hippies moved down the coast to Santa Cruz. They had children and got married, but in no particular sequence. They didn’t name their children Melissa or Brett. People in the mountains around Santa Cruz grew ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Why Should I Believe The Bible Is God's Word? Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013
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     | 12,747 views

    To help people have a strengthened confidence in the Bible and an increased awareness of why this is so important.

    For 40 years, Gallup has been asking America its view of the Bible, and over that period of time, there has been an interesting trend. While more people now say they believe the Bible is God’s inspired word, the same group of people also say that it isn’t meant to be taken literally. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    That We Do Justly (Lesson 1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 24, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,524 views

    To establish that God has shown us His righteousness and given us commandments to obey. They are: to do justly, to love mercy, and, to walk humbly before Him. This lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places! It also provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. That We Do Justly E. Remarks. 1. This is lesson 1, in the sermon-series entitled: “What doth God Require?" Micah was a contemporary of Isaiah, and both ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah means, "Who is like Jehovah?" The theme of Micah ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    If We Really Love Our Children

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 184 ratings
     | 10,993 views

    How would we show our love if we really loved our children the way the Bible teaches us to love them?

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. There was an article in the Reader’s Digest a few years ago entitled "What Motherhood Really Means," & subtitled, "It Will Change Your Life, But Not the Way You Think." The writer is telling of a conversation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We'll Leave The Light On For You Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 9, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,454 views

    45th in a series from Ephesians. How to live as light in the midst of darkness.

    Most of us are probably familiar with the advertising for Motel 6 that ends with the advertising tagline, “We’ll leave the light on for you.” The image that those ads are trying to create is that Motel 6 is a place of hospitality, refreshment and rest for weary travelers. As we continue in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have A Purpose (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,794 views

    We need to discover our specific SHAPE so that we will know what kinds of service God has ordained for us.

    A. The story is told of a little boy named Johnny who had trouble pronouncing the letter “R”. 1. To try to help him with the problem, his teacher gave him this sentence to practice at home: “Robert gave Richard a rap in the rib for roasting the rabbit so rare.” 2. A few days later the teacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sitting @ The Feet Of Jesus: We Are Instructed Series

    Contributed by Louis Pantelis on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,799 views

    this continues our series of messages considering what people expereinced as they humbly enterend inton the presence of Christ, taking their place at His feet

    Sitting @ the Feet of Jesus: We are instructed! Luke 10:38 – 42 There were two old geezers living in the backwoods of the Ozarks: Rufus and Clarence. They lived on opposite sides of the river and they hated each other. Every morning, just after sunup, Rufus and Clarence would go down to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What We Do In Down Times Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 1, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,730 views

    When Isaiah saw the Lord, he instantly realized that there were problems within his own heart.

    Isaiah 6:1-8 WHAT WE NEED IN THE DOWN TIMES Pastor Allan Kircher SPBC **Note: I have Comprehensive Sunday school lessons on James, 1and2 Peter and working on Romans. The students love them (with proper teacher) numerous practical application questions for growth. if interested contact me. I'll ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    We Are Empty Handed Without God

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 24, 2014
     | 5,482 views

    To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, but to labor hard for His Presence.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a hard worker to earn more money? STOP. Must be a hard worker in the ministry not in work to earn money for GOD gives money to us as a gift. It's a blessing. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Do We Live With Joy? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 89 views

    True joy and belonging are found in knowing Jesus personally, sharing fellowship with God, and experiencing His life-giving presence in everyday moments.

    Have you ever noticed how the best news often arrives in the simplest package—a note on the counter, a text from a friend, a voice that says, “I’m here”? First John opens like that. It’s an old apostle’s steady hand reaching for your shoulder, a pastor’s calm voice speaking to a crowded room and a ...read more

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