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    Perfect Finishing - 31st December Sermon For 2023 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,539 views

    This sermon explores trusting in God's perfect plan, His enduring mercy, and His unending faithfulness, even when His ways are not understood.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space, where the echoes of a thousand hymns have risen to heaven and where countless prayers have found their way to the throne of grace. We are here to seek God, to know Him more, and to find comfort in ...read more

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    Godliness, Manhood And Leadership, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,756 views

    Second message from a conference for college-age men on what it means to be a man, God’s man and God’s leader.

    Part 2 (Evening session) This morning we talked about our predicament as men; primarily we centered on two issues. One issue is what we face because of our inheritance from Adam in the sin nature and Adam’s abdication. The other is a bunch of cultural baggage from which we have an extremely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,963 views

    A look at the dimensionality of the Lord’s Prayer and its importance to our lives today.

    The Lord’s Prayer Luke 11:1-13 Our gospel text this morning from Luke is a very familiar one. In fact, we pray the Lord’s prayer each Sunday in worship. And we often conclude meetings with the Lord’s prayer. Because it is so familiar to us, it can become a remote saying, rather than an actual ...read more

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    Passionate About Holiness Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,699 views

    To be Holy is to be set apart. Not “Holier than Thou”, not religious, but Holy in God’s sight. Are we set apart? To be set apart is to be a Christ-like example to those around us.

    What do we mean when we say something is Holy? Look at your Bible. It says “Holy Bible.” What makes it Holy? The land of Israel is called “The Holy Land.” The city of Jerusalem is called “The Holy City.” Why? There is a quality about all three that they share in common, They all belong to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Spiritual War Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,297 views

    The only way to strengthen both the physical and spiritual nature is through the actual battle.

    WMD’s – A Spiritual War We as believers have weapons of mass destruction Warfare – 1. the process of military struggle between two nations or groups of nations; war. 2. armed conflict between two massed enemies, armies, or the like. We are in a spiritual battle: John 10:10 (English Standard ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,204 views

    The church is to be on the offensive in preparing the way of the Lord in the lives of people!

    Prepare The Way, Luke 3:1-6 Introduction There is a story of an Atlantic passenger lying in his bunk in a storm, deathly sick—seasick. A cry of “Man overboard!” was heard. The passenger thought, “God help the poor fellow. There is nothing I can do.” Then he thought at least he could put his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Sufficient Grace In The Midst Of The Thorn PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,147 views

    Explores the transformative power of God's sufficient grace in our lives, especially during times of heartbreak, hardship, and personal weakness.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in faith, and bound by the love of Christ. We are here today to share in the wisdom of the Word, to find solace in Scripture, and to draw strength from the divine. We are not merely observers, but active participants in God's ...read more

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    Seeking Him PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,152 views

    Explores how Christ's arrival challenges norms, demands a committed response, and prompts a continuous journey of discipleship.

    Good morning, beloved. We gather here today in the house of the Lord, not as strangers passing through, but as a family knit together by the love of our Savior. We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. And it is in this spirit of unity and purpose that we turn our hearts and ...read more

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    How The Church Spreads The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,318 views

    the Church is a divinely instituted community with a task to carry out: to share the gospel with the world. If we’re to be a church that reaches people with the gospel we’ll need to be a church that not only receives the gospel but exemplifies it and then

    Last week at our meeting to vote on the merger, Geoff spoke about the need for us to give more attention to the sharing of the gospel as a congregation and today I want to take up that issue as we begin a series on 1 Thessalonians. I’ve called the series the Gospel and the Church, because this ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Imitating The Faith Of Abraham Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,653 views

    Fifth in the romans series dealing with Abraham’s faith.

    Chico Alliance Church June 10, 2001 Pastor David Welch “Imitating the Faith of Abraham” Romans 4:1-25 The theme of Romans is the “righteousness of God.” God will restore righteousness throughout His creation. • Righteousness of God – His very nature • Righteousness by God – an absolute universal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    #18 Understanding Love: More Than A Couch Potato

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 6, 2016
     | 2,885 views

    This is part of a series or can stand alone as a good lesson. THIS IS INSTALLMENT #18 ON LOVE UNDERSTANDS: MORE THAN A COUCH POTATO... Love can revert to doing-nothing neglect that dooms the chances of loves survival.

    #18 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: MORE THAN A COUCH POTATO... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LOVE UNDERSTANDS THAT NEGLECT IS JUST AS BAD AS ABUSE... WHAT MAKES US THINK WE CAN GET AWAY WITH NEGLECT? HOW SHALL WE ESCAPE IF WE NEGLECT? NELECT: to fail to take care of, or not give ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Time For Everything PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,459 views

    In every season of life, God has a purpose for us, and we must embrace change, live according to His commandments, and let love guide us to overcome evil.

    Good evening, brothers and sisters. I'm so glad to be here with you today as we dive into a profound message that's as relevant today as it was millennia ago. Our focus will be from Ecclesiastes, a book written by Solomon, and we're looking at some select verses from chapters 3 and 12. The message ...read more

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    Shake It Off PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,713 views

    This sermon emphasizes God's protection and healing in our trials, encouraging believers to deepen their dependence on Christ amidst life's challenges.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine narrative of God's love and grace. Our lives, filled with joys and sorrows, victories and defeats, are a testament to the enduring power of faith and the unyielding love of ...read more

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    What Gift Are You Giving Our Savior? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 580 views

    Emphasizes the importance of loving God wholeheartedly, manifesting this love through actions, and extending unconditional love to others as a reflection of God's love.

    Welcome, my family in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we seek the nourishment of our souls and the enlightenment of our hearts. We gather not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine dance of faith, hope, and love. As we gather in His name, we are reminded of the words ...read more

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    God Wants To Do Something New PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,524 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, forget past failures, and embrace the new opportunities God is creating in their lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sanctuary of solace, this haven of hope, this dwelling of divine love. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family knit together by the thread of faith, stitched by the hands of our Heavenly Father. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of ...read more

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