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  • Jeff Taylor avatar

    When God's Word Tests You

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 17, 2023
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     | 4,335 views

    God's Word will always test you, especially in your darkest hour. Your darkest hour is conquered by your dream. A dream written down is a goal. A goal broken down into steps is a plan. A plan backed by divine action will conquer your darkest hour.

    Turn to Psalm 105:17, as we talk today about when the Word of God tests you. God's Word will always test you, especially in your darkest hour. Listen closely. Your darkest hour is conquered by your dream about your future. A dream written down is a goal. A goal broken down into steps is a plan. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Reconciliation And Unity Series

    Contributed by Catharine Rhodes on Jan 23, 2023
     | 1,508 views

    Answering the question “how can the church be more inclusive” through Paul’s letters to the Romans and Ephesians. Includes a summary and concluding prayer.

    Reconciliation and Unity Sermon Summary (Ephesians) Note: this is only a summary. The full sermon given at our church is below. 1. “Sin” “Breaking the Law” Actual sin: prejudice Virtue: Kindness A. -Weird things that are illegal -Weird things people thought others should get arrested ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Success In The New Year

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 27, 2023
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     | 2,450 views

    Are you going to have a happy new year, or will the social, moral and political corruption continue to destroy your peace of mind and hopes for the future of our nation and the world? It's time to stop worrying about the things that are beyond your control.

    Turn to Proverbs 25:28, as we talk today about the secret of success for the new year. The question is, are you going to have a happy new year, or will the social, moral and political corruption continue to destroy your peace of mind and hopes for the future of our nation and the world? Listen. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Best Of Two Worlds

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 8, 2023
     | 4,191 views

    Intro: One of the favorite songs for many Christians is the song MANSION OVER THE HILLTOP

    There was a time when Christians sung this song over and over again in their churches because they were excited about heaven. But some churches can not remember the last time when they sung this song about heaven. WHAT HAS CAUSED THIS CHANGE? The reason many no longer preach, teach and sing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    ‘steps Of Faith’

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 12, 2023
     | 2,044 views

    ‘Steps of Faith’ - John chapter 4 verses 43-54. – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Ill: • Faith is central to all of life. • For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. • And whose degrees you have never verified. • He gives you a prescription you cannot read. • You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen before. • He gives you a chemical compound ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Regret Or Repentance

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 15, 2023
     | 2,089 views

    Herod Antipas beheaded John the Baptist

    Regret or Repentance? Mark 6:14-29 Good morning. Many people, including Christians, struggle with the idea that a Loving God allows pain and heartache to exist within our lives. The truth is that every human alive, lives in a broken world until Jesus comes back for us. Pain, heartache, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fear Ye Not, Stand Still And See The Salvation Of The Lord

    Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Mar 14, 2025
     | 1,709 views

    A sermon to adults out of Exodus 14.

    Exodus 14:1-14 “Stand Still” 3/16/25 a.m. I think there comes a time in all of our lives when we just need to STOP. STOP TALKING. STOP WALKING. STOP WORKING. STOP GRASPING. STOP TRYING. JUST STOP.... AND GIVE IT TO GOD. I have a really hard time doing that sometimes. I want to FIX ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Drawing God Near Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 562 views

    A sermon about intercessory prayer

    Drawing God Near Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 3-30-25 Text: Daniel 9:3-19 (NIV) Introduction When I was a very new Christian, my senior pastor had a few of us younger guys he’d spend time with—either mentoring us directly in a small group or kicking our butts on the church’s racquetball courts. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christ's Resurrection Dispels Thomas' Doubt

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 18, 2025
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     | 597 views

    Easter Sunday 2025

    Title: “Christ’s Resurrection Dispels Thomas’ Unbelief” Script. John 20:24-30 Type: Easter/Evangelistic Where: GNBC Easter 2025 Intro: “He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!” That is the triumphant declaration of Christians worldwide on this Easter Sunday morning. However, in spite of our belief in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Finicky Faith Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Apr 28, 2025
     | 436 views

    John, while in prison, sent representatives to Jesus to ascertain whether or not he is the one - Jesus provided proof and then affirmed John’s ministry, sinners repented, Pharisees rejected/scoffed, Jesus confronted the finicky faith of the generation

    During World War II, a congregation in London faced bombings nightly. In the midst of fear, their pastor encouraged them to gather for prayer. One night, after a particularly intense bombing, he found a soldier praying with fervor. When asked why he prayed amidst such chaos, the soldier replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Heavenly Father (Father's Day Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jun 12, 2024
     | 2,671 views

    Today we are celebrating Father’s Day. So, I am going to be addressing all the Fathers and grandfathers in this congregation. Also, I will be addressing everyone in this congregation today as well.

    On this Father’s day in this sermon I want to do something different. I will be preaching on THE FATHER OF ALL FATHERS…WHICH IS GOD THE FATHER. I will be preaching from Jeremiah 33-3 as my text verse. Look at Jeremiah 33:3 Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Message

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 12, 2024
     | 1,077 views

    This is a Father’s Day message aimed at men encouraging them to be virtuous men by looking at others as God sees them, especially women. Boaz is the example being used in terms of his relationship toward Ruth and his workers.

    A Virtuous Man-Father's Day Father’s Day Ruth 2:1-10 1 John 4:19-20 Today we celebrate Father’s day. I got a text from my daughter, Judge Samantha, four days before Father’s Day inquiring about a possible Father’s Day gift for me: Good morning dad, what size shirt do you wear? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Becoming A Worthy Man

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 17, 2024
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     | 2,082 views

    A worthy man is a worshipper who acts worthily.

    Becoming a Worthy Man Ruth 2:1 Rev. Brian Bill June 15-16, 2024 I came across a quote by G. Michael Hopf which I can’t get out of my mind: “Hard times create strong men, strong men create good times, good times create weak men, and weak men create hard times.” It certainly seems like we’re living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eulogy For Sharon Davison

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 26, 2024
     | 2,324 views

    This is a eulogy for my foster daughter who died suddenly of a heart attack. She knew and loved the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Sharon Davison Eulogy June 25th 2024 Sharon Patrice-Nicole Davison. What an incredible young Black Woman, who not only knew God, but was an incredible gift from God. There was an abundance of love that flowed out of her/ that touched the lives of many. Here lies the body of a woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 28, 2024
     | 2,614 views

    One of God's major objectives for us is to be conformed into the image of His Son and one of the primary ways God wants us to conform to the likeness of Jesus is in our service. Jesus came to serve and to give and so we must also serve and give.

    A. One day a weathy woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean both ways?” 3. The prospective ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ