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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Staying Connected

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 29, 2009
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     | 6,371 views

    Jesus says that it is not our "religious activity" that produces fruit, but our relationship with Him.

    I THINK MOST OF US WOULD AGREE THAT MINISTRY IS A VERY REWARDING PART OF OUR LIVES. ALL OF US “ADD TO” AND “ASSIST WITH” THE CHAPEL’S MINISTRY IN SOME FORM OR FASHION. HOWEVER, WHERE WE DIFFER IN OUR INVOLVEMENT RELATES TO WHY WE CHOOSE TO DO ALL THESE THINGS. FOR MOST, WE DO IT TO FURTHER THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,268 views

    Excellence is found in Christ Jesus for every dimension of our personal life, relationship and activities.

    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence Matt 5:48 Illustration:Serious critics sometimes argue that the standards in art are always relative, but all artistic masterpieces give them the lie. John Gardner in The Art of Fiction: Notes of Craft for Young Writers. The only thing most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thy Kingdom Come PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,019 views

    To understand and live in the Kingdom of God, making the choice to serve God faithfully rather than being consumed by worldly possessions, as taught in Matthew 6:24.

    Our focus today will be on a powerful teaching from the book of Matthew, chapter 6, verse 24, which challenges us to understand the Kingdom of God, to live it, and to bring it to Earth. As we embark on this journey, let's keep in mind the words of Pastor Rick Warren: "The Kingdom of God is a ...read more

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    Unbridled Passion PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 747 views

    This sermon explores the dangers of uncontrolled passion and lust, emphasizing the importance of self-control, discipline, and discernment in living a Christ-centered life.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to be here with you today, in this sacred space where we come together to fellowship, to seek wisdom, and to grow in our understanding of God's Word. As we gather here, we are reminded of our shared commitment to living in accordance with God's ...read more

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    But If From There PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 678 views

    God wants to be found and is always close to us, and we must continually seek a deeper relationship with Him through wholehearted pursuit.

    Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it's truly wonderful to see all of your smiling faces today as we gather to worship and seek the Lord together. Have you ever felt like God is distant or hard to find? Well, I have some incredible news for you today: God wants to be found and He is closer ...read more

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    Being Intentional PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,248 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of God's love, the healing nature of celebration, and overcoming fear through faith, as guided by Luke 15:1-10. Key

    Good morning, dear family of faith. I greet you all with the warmest of welcomes and a heart full of love, eager to share the divine message that has been placed upon my heart. Our gathering today, under the magnificent banner of God's grace, is a testament to our shared belief in the ...read more

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    I Need A New Thing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 737 views

    Embracing God's transformative work in our lives, letting go of the past, and looking forward to the future He has planned.

    Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet you with the warmest of welcomes as we gather here today, bound together by our shared faith and a desire to grow closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to grow, to learn, to be transformed, and to be filled with the wisdom and ...read more

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    ‘jacob's Heartache'

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 12,721 views

    In this sermon on the family, we see Jacob’s problem, Jacob’s pursuit, and Jacob’s peace.

    ‘JACOB’S HEARTACHE’ Genesis 35:1-7, 14 There’s an Ozark story about a hound sitting in a country store and howling as hounds do. In comes a stranger who says to the storekeeper, "What’s the matter with the dog?" "He’s sitting on a cocklebur." "Why doesn’t he get off?" "He’d rather holler." (He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Still Room

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,688 views

    The never ending pursuit of Christ after the lost even when He is turned down time and again.

    Scripture: Luke 14:16-24 Title: “There Is Still Room” Introduction: This portion of Scripture could very well be called, “Christianity vs. Religion.” Jesus was visiting the home of a Pharisee on the Sabbath day. – He was there to share a meal. Jesus was being watched very closely by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Obstacles To Knowing Truth Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,143 views

    Three obstacles to the knowledge of God. 1. Wrong Pursuits 2. Warped Assumptions 3. Willful Opposition

    Obstacles to Knowing Truth Fortifying the Foundations # 17 10-12-03 Text: John 7:14-36[1] Come with me this morning to the temple at Jerusalem during the last year of Jesus’ life. The city is full of people who have come to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. As you recall Jesus’ brothers had ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Sincerely Yours – Victory Series

    Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 6, 2009
     | 3,978 views

    Sincere love is a possibility for Christians. Evil cannot overcome us in our pursuit of genuine, sincere love.

    Sincerely Yours – Victory September 6, 2009 Putting it into practice • Act in a loving way even when the emotion is not there. • Initiate love rather than simply responding to love. Seek not to be loved, but to be love. • Identify the evil in your life and dispose of it knowing that it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Happiness Is .......

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,710 views

    Jesus told us how to achieve this pursuit of happiness that we all have within us with the Beatitudes.

    HAPPINESS IS …….. MT 5:1-10 INTRO: A minister was speaking about all the things money can’t buy. “Money can’t buy happiness, it can’t buy laughter and money can’t buy love” he told the congregation. Driving his point home he said, “What would you do if I offered you $1,000 not to love your mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    King David Reconciled

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 3, 2015
     | 5,835 views

    Biblical characters can teach us a lot, through their sins and errors in judgment and through their pursuit of God.

    (This is a message that was given at an inner-city mission, mid-week alternative church service in downtown Toronto, Canada) The Bible is full of fascinating characters. They are fascinating because they are very human. Because they are very flawed. Because they, being real people in and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be Holy, I, Ii, & Iii

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022
     | 1,349 views

    Over the next two weeks we will look at some helpful means to aid you in pursuit of holiness

    A. Opening illustration: Olympic athletes in training. They set aside all priorities for four years waiting for a change to complete on a world stage. Did they not feel the hope that their training would propel them to victory, they would not give four years, blood, sweat, and tears, strained ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,036 views

    This sermon explores the challenge of distractions in our pursuit of a relationship with Jesus, using the story of Mary and Martha as a guide.

    Are You A Mary or A Martha? Now as they were traveling along, Jesus entered a village and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister called Mary, who was seated at the Lord's feet, listening to His word. But Martha was distracted with all her preparations, and she came up to ...read more

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