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  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    I'm Confident Of That (Part One)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 1, 2020
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    We can view the word confident in a purely negative light. We associate confidence with pride and arrogance, but that's not always the case. There are times where the word is used in a positive way. Let's look at some of them and see what we can take away.

    I'M CONFIDENT OF THAT (part one) In the Wed. night study we've been going over verses regarding boasting about tomorrow and making plans for tomorrow but things not going as planned. Sometimes we're too confident that things are going to go a certain way and are blindsided when they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (11 Of 16)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022
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    Some of the physical problems we hear much about people having are heart problems. Anyone can be a victim of heart disease or attack.

    Illus: A man in Columbia, South Carolina went to a doctor because he was tired most of the time. The doctor examined him and found out he was only getting 20% use of his heart. They did open heart surgery on him, opened up some valves and today he feels like a new man. There are many people in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Subjective Spiritual Struggles: They Matter Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 18, 2019
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    Although many of our struggles as followers of Jesus are with the world, the flesh, and the devil, sometimes they are about monitoring our inner affections and deep seated thoughts.

    Our Subjective Spiritual Struggles: They Matter (I John 3:19-24, 4:7-21) 1. Today I begin my message with some comments about modern art. It’s easy to understand modern art. If it hangs on a wall, it’s a painting. If you can walk around it, it’s a sculpture. How many surrealists does it take to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Finding Confidence Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2019
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    If we obey the great commandment we have confidence before God.

    Finding Confidence 1 John 3:19-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time" (Oswald Chambers). 2. Most of you know that Tina and I love to go on cruises, but what you may not know is that it took ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    No Greater Love Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021
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    Valentine's Day: This message examines the real story behind Valentine’s Day, and discusses the true nature of the love that’s supposed to be remembered and practiced on this holiday.

    As you well know, Valentine’s Day will be here in just a few days. In America, Valentine’s is a day of love. It’s a day for remembering our vows of love made for each other, and it’s a day for those who are desperately trying to win the affection of another male or female by enticing them with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming Whole - From Shadow To Light Series

    Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Apr 19, 2024
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    What if the second half of the Psalm happened there in the darkest valley? The 23rd Psalm teaches us that God is with us, no matter what.

    When I was young, one of the early movies I saw was called Pollyanna which was released in 1960 by Disney. I mentioned on Easter that I used to watch the Wonderful World of Disney with my family on Sunday night, and it was there that I saw the movie. For those who have never actually seen the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Second Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 25, 2025
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    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 120:1-7, Genesis 12:1-4, 1 John 3:13-24, Luke 14:16-24. A). JUST PASSING THROUGH. Psalm 120:1-7. The Psalmist’s testimony is, “In my distress, I cried unto the LORD" (PSALM 120:1a). Prayer is our only recourse in time of trouble (cf. John 16:23-24). It is sure to gain a response ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Courageous Love Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 15, 2024
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    God loves us with a brave and sacrificial love, and this love should overflow from our hearts into the lives of others. To love courageously means putting others' needs before our own and being moved with compassion.

    Hey guys! You know how we all love superhero movies, right? The hero always sacrifices for others, fights the bad guys, and saves the day. Well, guess what? We have a real-life superhero, and His name is Jesus. He showed us the ultimate love by giving up His life for us. And He wants us to be ...read more

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    1 John 3:11-24 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Mar 25, 2025
     | 281 views

    1 John 3:11-24

    1 John 3:11-24 Love One Another We need to always be remind that as we study scripture we are looking at the context in which the section of scripture is written. This helps us to ensure that we are not causing any issues with what God is saying to us. The context here in these verses is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    More Great Reasons To Live With Godly Love Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 4, 2024
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    We should live with godly love... 1. Because it gives us more assurance of our salvation (vs. 18-21). 2. Because it gives us more confidence when we pray (vs. 21-22). 3. Because we are born again believers in Jesus Christ (vs. 23). 4. Because the Holy Spirit is living in our hearts (vs. 24).

    More Great Reasons to Live with Godly Love 1 John 3:16-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared January 4, 2024) BACKGROUND: *Most of us here know that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible scholars estimate that it was written ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Have A Clear Conscience

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 20, 2024
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    As people in Christ, what we want is to be able to stand before the Lord with a clear conscience. But there are times when we are aware of who we are and what we have done. And it does trouble us, and our conscience bothers us.

    Alba 8-18-2024 HOW TO HAVE A CLEAR CONSCIENCE I John 3:19-24 In 1960 there was a comic strip called Willie Lumpkin. He was a mailman in the made up small town of Glenville. In one strip, he’s slumped in front of the television set with a coffee cup resting on his pot belly. As he flicks his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love One Another PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024
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     | 854 views

    This sermon explores the depth of God's love, our understanding of it, and our responsibility to reflect that love through tangible actions towards others.

    Beloved friends, we find ourselves once again gathered in the shared warmth of God's love, a love so profound and encompassing that it defies our human understanding. We are here today, not because we are perfect, but because we are loved. Loved by a God whose love is not passive or distant, but ...read more

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    Salvation In The Name Of Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
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    This sermon explores Jesus Christ as our cornerstone, refuge, healer, and salvation, emphasizing His compassionate care, commanding authority, and committed sacrifice.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today under the banner of a love so profound, so transformative, that it transcends our human understanding. We gather in the name of Jesus Christ, who leads us, cares for us, and lays down His life for us. Charles Spurgeon, the Prince of ...read more

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