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  • Louis Mare avatar

    Start Small 2023 Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 2, 2023
     | 2,791 views

    We try to do so many things and be better in so many areas that, in the end, we accomplish nothing. We are just back at square 1. And we all thought we would learn through the pandemic. And we are not even out of it, and we like even crazier than before.

    Starting Small We try to do so many things and be better in so many areas that, in the end, we accomplish nothing. We are just back at square 1. And we all thought we would learn through the pandemic. And we are not even out of it, and we like even crazier than before. We try to balance so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 3, 2023
     | 2,425 views

    A prayer for the new year to remind ourselves to put the important thing first- prayer This sermon was inspired by a message found on Sermon Central, and heavily edited before using.

    Persistent Prayer CCCAG 1-1-2023 Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Matthew 7:7, Jeremiah 29:13 Introduction Happy New Year everyone! One of the traditions regarding celebrating the new year is to sit back and evaluate the past year or so, and then make decisions to change certain things about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Characteristics Of A Forgiven Person Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023
     | 1,708 views

    The apostle Paul wrote a personal letter to a man named Philemon who had been wronged by his servant named Onesimus whom had, it is widely believed, stolen money from him and then ran away to Rome.

    A. Psalm 32:1-2 (READ and COMMENT) ILLUSTRATION: Some years ago, two TEENAGERS with a long history of CRIME and DELINQUENCY robbed a DRUG STORE on the lowest East Side of New York City and then ran into a YMCA to HIDE OUT while all the POLICE activity was going on. On the way out, they saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Win By Losing (January 29, 2023 Version)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 28, 2023
     | 1,512 views

    Just think, the cross was a place of execution. It was therefore considered a place of defeat---the final word for the executed and a warning from those who did the executing.

    WIN BY LOSING Text: I Corinthians 1:18 -25 1 Corinthians 1:18-31  For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.  (19)  For it is written, "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How To Grow In Kingdom Character Series

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jan 30, 2023
     | 1,670 views

    If you want to grow in kingdom character then you must pray for it, pray persistently for it, pray in faith for it, and imitate God's love.

    Throughout the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus has been teaching his disciples the principles for kingdom living. He began with the beatitudes, which describes the characteristics of someone who is truly born again, and they’re progression toward godliness. They come to the Lord poor in spirit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    4th Sunday Of Easter, Year A. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 30, 2023
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     | 2,881 views

    APRIL 26th, 2026.

    Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23:1-6, 1 Peter 2:19-25, John 10:1-10. A). A PATTERN OF DEVOTION. Acts 2:42-47. Three thousand souls ‘gladly received (Peter’s) word’ and ‘were baptised’ that day (cf. Acts 2:41) - yet the revival of Pentecost was not yet over. To substantiate that we should realise the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love For The Undeserving Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2023
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     | 7,753 views

    Why on earth would God have Hosea marry a prostitute? Was it merely a parable or a dream we're being told about? Or was this a real life harlot who God used for a lesson for Israel?

    In 1990, there was a romantic comedy that hit big screen called “Pretty Woman”. It was marketed as a modern update of the story of Cinderella. Richard Gere played an unscrupulous businessman who was on a business trip and - on a lark - he picks up a hooker – played by Julia Roberts. As the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Truth About Loving Your Enemies - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 25, 2023
     | 1,234 views

    If the rest of Jesus’s sermon is going to make sense, then we have to grasp this part and take it to heart. ‌

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are continuing today with a portion of the Sermon on the Mount that probably challenges the believer more than any other section. I believe if the rest of Jesus’s sermon is going to make sense, then we have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Sermon # 36 - The Bondage Breaker Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,477 views

    Addictions are of various sorts, and if one has to overcome any addiction it is possible only through Jesus Christ. It is possible to live a life free from every bondage, and this sermon will tell you how.

    We read in 2 Peter 2:19, “for we are slaves of anything that has conquered us.” (GNB) The above mentioned verse endorses the truth that a person becomes a slave to something, when they are overpowered by it. For instance, a person who is addicted to alcohol, may realize that the habit affects his ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Be Imitators Of God - Living In The Light, Living By The Spirit’s Power, And Living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,912 views

    Paul reminds us to give thanks for God in all things, the submit yourselves, your identity, your position in life and then submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Who you are in Christ supersedes and guides your actions in every area of life.

    Sermon: Be Imitators of God - Living in the Light, Living by the Spirit’s Power, and living In Spirit-Guided Relationships! Scripture Ephesians 5:1-2 “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Mystery Of Christ In You

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 24, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,892 views

    The indwelling presence of Christ through the Holy Spirit.

    The Mystery of Christ in You Colossians 1:27, 2 Corinthians 5:17 “God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grounds For Divorce

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 28, 2023
     | 1,114 views

    God’s love song to Israel turned into the opening argument in a divorce court. Don't let that happen to you.

    Lawsuits are very much in the news nowadays, especially in our nation’s capital. People are suing each other for every reason you can imagine, even over political and religious differences. You can’t keep track of who’s accusing whom of what without a score card, and even that has to be updated ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Relying On Self

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,893 views

    Nowadays, it's all about instant gratification. It has become a reality. But advertisers weren't the first to use this strategy. From the beginning, Satan has used instant gratification in his bag of tricks to entice us.

    Were any of you tempted this past week? Sure, you were! If you watched any TV or listened to the radio you were more than likely tempted to purchase something. Advertisers often make self-indulgence a part of their marketing strategies. They say we'll be happier if we drive this vehicle, use ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians Are Persecuted Severely Worldwide: Ancient Thessalonica To The Modern Era

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 2,075 views

    Did you know that today in our modern world Christianity is the number one most persecuted religion in the world? Christians face murder and death for their faith every day.

    Did you know that today in our modern world Christianity is the number one most persecuted religion in the world? Christians face murder and death for their faith every day. A great deal of persecution occurs in the following countries: Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Syria, Iraq, India, China, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Nail Stained Hands

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,444 views

    We look at Jesus' nail stained hands on Good Friday.

    4.2.21 Good Friday Jesus’ Empty Nail-Pierced Hands Luke 23:32–34 (EHV) 32 Two other men, who were criminals, were led away with Jesus to be executed. 33 When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified him there with the criminals, one on his right and the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran