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  • Spencer Miller

    Contributing sermons since Jun 29, 2010
Spencer's church

Gethsemane
Houston, Texas 77029
7136747792

About Spencer
  • Education: Master of Divinity, Guadalupe Theological Seminary and College, Seguin, Texas
  • Experience: Associate Minister – 3 years – Licensed for 19 years, ordained for 14 years. Aircraft Machinist - 19 years.
  • Comment to those looking at my sermons: Pray for me and I’ll pray for you.
  • Sermon or series that made a difference: The Eagle Stirreth Her Nest" by Rev. C. L. Franklin
  • One of my favorite illustrations: "Race with the old man called time"
  • Family: Married to Marieta for 18 years. Two daughters—Tamika and Jasmine
  • What my parents think of my sermons: Both passed away prior to my preaching but not to calling. I will find out when I meet them in heaven.
  • What my spouse (really) thinks of my sermons: She is extremely critical (in a good way) and so I don’t ask in order to spare my feelings.
  • Best advice given to me about preaching: Lean wholly on the Lord, pray, pray, pray!
  • Books that have had an impact: “Preacher, Wait Your Turn!” by Evangelist Manuel Scott, Jr. and "Preaching Through A Storm" by H. Beecher Hicks, Jr.
  • Hobbies: Reading, reading, and more reading.
  • If I could Preach one more time, I would say...: It is all about Jesus! And not ourselves.
  • Something funny that happened while preaching: Dropped sermon notes before the whole congregation, which was more embarrassing than funny when I think about it.
  • What I want on my tombstone: He really did try.
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  • Trade Your Ifs In For Faith

    Contributed on May 2, 2020
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    Trusting God during the times of Crisis.

    21 Then said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. 22 But I know, that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God will give it thee. 23 Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother shall rise again. 24 Martha saith unto him, I know that he shall rise again in the ...read more

  • You Are Welcome In This House

    Contributed on Jun 29, 2019
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     | 8,441 views

    Being a welcoming church is more than an abstract principle.

    “So warmly welcome each other into the church, just as Christ has warmly welcomed you; then God will be glorified” Romans 15:7 TLB Introduction: Being a welcoming church is more than an abstract principle. It’s more than words on paper. And so, what does it mean for us to be a people or a ...read more

  • A Prophet Without Honor

    Contributed on Jun 28, 2019
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    Jesus was in the world and the world knew Him not.

    Introduction: The now infamous Lance Armstrong once said, “A boo is a lot louder than a cheer.” And he hit the nail on the head, because no one wants to be rejected. It can make you conclude what Oprah Winfrey said, “I don’t want anyone who doesn’t want me” because no one wants the door slammed in ...read more

  • It's Not True

    Contributed on Dec 28, 2017
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     | 14,323 views

    You can't control what people do to you or what they say about you...but God can.

    6 In it was written, “It is reported among the nations, and Geshem also says it, that you and the Jews intend to rebel; that is why you are building the wall. And according to these reports you wish to become their king. 7 And you have also set up prophets to proclaim concerning you in Jerusalem, ...read more

  • Committed, But Committed To What?

    Contributed on Sep 22, 2013
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    When it comes to liviing a life of worth and significance the primary question for each of us inn't am I committed? It is what am I committed to?

    Introduction: When it comes to living a life of worth and significance the primary question for each of us isn't, "Am I committed?" It's, "What am I committed to?" I have noticed lately that there are many people in the Church body no less who are solely committed to their own welfare. However, ...read more

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  • The World Hates Light

    Contributed on Jun 16, 2013
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     | 11,478 views

    I remember listening to a sermon illustration given by the powerful proclaimer, Rev. Dr. A. W. Mays of Austin, Texas. He told us of an incident that took place in his hometown of Austin concerning a streetlight. In Austin there was a high crime area, and the residents of the community ...read more

  • Spurgeon On The Gospel's Power

    Contributed on Jun 9, 2013
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     | 3,938 views

    The great English preacher Charles Spurgeon once said, "The gospel is preached in the ears of all men; it only comes with power to some. The power that is in the gospel does not lie in the eloquence of the preacher otherwise men would be converters of souls. Nor does it lie in the preacher’s ...read more

  • King On Faith

    Contributed on Jun 8, 2013
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    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “"Faith is taking the first step even when you ...read more

  • A Friend Of Mine

    Contributed on Jun 3, 2013
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    A FRIEND OF MINE Branch Rickey, whose name was recently placed back into our memories in the wonderful movie '42' a story about the baseball great Jackie Robinson, was a devout Christian. Once while head of the old Brooklyn Dodgers, he attended negotiations involving a certain ballplayer's ...read more

  • The Secret To Michael Jordan's Success

    Contributed on May 26, 2013
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    Michael Jordan is probably the greatest basketball player in the history of the game, and at one time he was asked about the so-called secret of his success. And Mr. Jordan answered by saying; "I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted ...read more