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    Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 31, 2019
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     | 17,124 views

    Focusing on perseverance in faith during trials.

    INTRODUCTION On May 29, 2013 I registered for an event called the “Tough Mudder.” The event that I participated in was a 12 mile run with about 15 obstacles sprinkled throughout. During the event, there are obstacles such as crawling through the mud on your stomach with electric wires above you… ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Spirit As Gift Giver Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 3, 2025
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    The Holy Spirit has gifted every Christian with at least one spiritual gift and it is our honor and duty to use our gift to advance God's kingdom, strengthen the body of Christ, and serve a hurting world.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a young schoolboy who was trying out for a part in the school play. 1. His mother knew that he had set his heart on getting a part, but she was afraid that he would not be given a part in the play. 2. On the day the parts were awarded, she drove to school to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Life That Really Is Life

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 30, 2019
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     | 5,878 views

    Genuine and joyful life cannot be found in the pursuit of wealth and possessions. It can only be found within the true source of life: God and the kingdom of eternal light.

    September 29, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Lk. 16:19-31; I Tim. 6:6-19 The Life that Really Is Life Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. You can’t take it with you. There was a rich Texas oil man, and he wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Resolving Conflict In A Godly Way

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
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    Resolving conflict in a godly way is not always easy, but it is vital for maintaining the health and unity of the church and our personal relationships.

    RESOLVING CONFLICT IN A GODLY WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 15:1, Colossians 3:13, James 1:19-20, Romans 12:18 INTRODUCTION: Conflict is a natural part of human interaction. Even within the church, where love and unity are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Tale Of Two Sisters

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 160 ratings
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    In Christian life, it is easy to be distracted. As we consider the story of Jesus at Mary and Martha's, we see the causes and cure for distraction.

    Introductory Considerations 1. Opening dialogue from person of Martha showing anticipation and excitement of Jesus coming to town, desire to give best, the work and the anger she felt - the story from her perspective. Teaching 1. I wonder if Martha were here to today, would this be how she would ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Other Sheep Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 5, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,597 views

    Jesus speaks of drawing other sheep into his fold, thus calling us to be an inclusive, welcoming church.

    Sermon for 4 Easter Yr B, 11/04/2003 Based on Jn 10:16 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Welcome The Word Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 11, 2004
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     | 3,502 views

    A key indicator of whether you are one of God’s chosen is whether or not you welcome his word.

    Have you ever had to make a speech when you were sick? Well, it looks like that was exactly what Paul did in our study today for his first recorded speech in Pisidian Antioch. His health was ailing, but many of his listeners welcomed the word just the same. It just goes to show that even a sick ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Eye-View

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 26, 2010
     | 5,056 views

    Some times our perspective colors the way we see things. You can simply look at the FACTS of a situation alone, or you can see the FACTS in light of the TRUTH of God’s Word.

    GOD’S EYE VIEW Text: Matthew 15:12-14 INTRODUCTION As an old farmer was driving down the freeway, his cell phone rang. Answering, he heard his wife’s voice urgently warning him,” Bill, I just heard on the news that there’s a car going the wrong way on Highway 59. Please be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Deterrents To Church Growth

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 10, 2020
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    What is church in the business of doing? Are we suppose to grow? Whose fault is it if we don't? I hope to answer some of these questions for us.

    I’m sure most of us can recall great stirring sermons that have helped and motivated us on the subject of church growth. There are many aspects to growth, such as soul winning, being a good witness for Christ. If a church is going to grow it also needs a healthy membership that will follow the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resolving Conflict As Christians

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 27, 2024
     | 742 views

    Conflict is an inevitable part of life. But how we handle it can either glorify God or hinder our testimony.

    Introduction Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we are going to discuss a topic that is vital to our witness as believers: how Christians should settle conflicts or disputes. Conflict is an inevitable part of life, but how we handle it can either glorify God or hinder ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ministering To The Hungry, Angry, Lonely, And Tired In The 21st Century Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 24, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,326 views

    How do we minister to people who are hungry, angry, lonely, and tired? In this fast-paced, often disconnected 21st century, more people than ever are struggling with these feelings.

    Ministering to the Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired in the 21st Century Matthew 25:35-40 (NLT) Introduction: Today, we’re going to address a topic that is increasingly relevant in our world: How do we minister to people who are hungry, angry, lonely, and tired? You may have heard the acronym ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Communication

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025
     | 560 views

    Communication is one of the most powerful tools given to mankind. Through communication, relationships are built, ideas are conveyed, and destinies are shaped.

    COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” Supporting Texts: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 4:6, Matthew 12:36-37 INTRODUCTION: Communication is one of the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    In The Trenches: Pastor’s Church Growth Conference

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 2, 2011
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,554 views

    A speech I presented at Manhattan Christian College during a church growth conference in 2007. I was one of four speakers, Myself, Ben Merold, Wayne Smith, and Richard Crabtree.

    In The Trenches: Pastor’s Church Growth Conference Location: Manhattan Christian College Date: 31 March 2007 Acts 5:14 (NKJ) And believers were increasingly added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women. Ah, the banner verse of the church-growth ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    1 Advent B

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 3, 2002
    based on 67 ratings
     | 7,157 views

    Jesus invites us to "Watch, stay awake". As we watch, we are invited to see through the eyes of Jesus. Watching helps us to see the hope in the midst of terror.

    1 Advent B Mark 13:24-37 1 December 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen Elie Wiesel is a Jewish writer whose novels prod the depths of the Holocaust, asking difficult questions of humanity and of God. In Night, a child hangs from a S.S. gallows and the question goes up, “Where is God?” Wiesel writes: “And I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Don't Be A Zombie! Series

    Contributed by Leroy Redding on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,719 views

    5th in a series on the seven churches mentioned in Revelation 2-3

    Wake up and live your life in the power of God the Holy Spirit! It’s always a challenge for me to come up with a sermon title – one that’s catchy, grabs our attention, yet captures the essence of what the message is about. Here are some possible sermon titles I considered: “A Morgue with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational