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  • Moving Forward: Letting Go Of The Past thumbnail

    Moving Forward: Letting Go Of The Past PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,261 views

    This sermon explores facing our past, finding forgiveness in God's mercy, and fostering future growth through the study and application of God's Word. Key

    Good morning, dear friends. I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a joy to gather here today, in this sacred space, a sanctuary where we can find comfort and community, solace and strength, as we turn our hearts and minds to the Word of God. As we gather, I am reminded ...read more

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    Will Money Make Me Happy? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 782 views

    Explores finding true pleasure, prosperity, and purpose in God, not in worldly pursuits, through understanding the seasons of life.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be with you all today, gathered in God's house, ready to receive His Word. We're here, not because of any obligation or tradition, but because we love the Lord and we seek His wisdom and guidance in our lives. We're here because we ...read more

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  • Are Christians Required To Obey The Law Of Moses? thumbnail

    Are Christians Required To Obey The Law Of Moses? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 837 views

    This sermon explores the transition from the Old Covenant of law to the New Covenant of grace through Jesus Christ's fulfillment of the law.

    Good morning, dear friends. I trust the Lord has been your strength and your shield this past week. As we gather together in His name, let's take a moment to draw our hearts closer to His word, His promises, and His unending love for us. We gather here today to discuss an important and powerful ...read more

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    If You Have Faith

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Mar 10, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,468 views

    To encourage the congregation that God can do anything if we have faith in Him

    SBC Philippi 3/5/06 am Rev. Jeff Simms If You Have Faith Matthew 17:14-21 Primary Purpose: To encourage the congregation that God can do anything if we have faith in Him. We are following Jesus closer and closer to the cross and the resurrection. We come to the point in the story where the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conquering Fear Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 69 ratings
     | 9,031 views

    ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN

    BIG IDEA: ONLY FAITH IN GOD CAN CONQUER FEAR OF MAN INTRODUCTION: Fear is a powerful, paralyzing force I. (:1-2) FEAR OF MAN IS THE NATURAL REACTION TO PERSISTENT OPPRESSION A. How does it feel to be Trampled Upon all day long? “Be gracious, O God, for man has trampled upon me” “My foes have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "What God Wants!"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Sep 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,683 views

    You’re a Christian, now what? Is understanding the mind and will of God for your life still a mystery? Are you puzzled by big words like – discipleship? Do you love the Lord and want to honor Him with your life? But how? Have you asked should I serve m

    Cornerstone Church September 25/26, 2010 “WHAT GOD WANTS!” Romans 12:1-2 Illustration from Exodus “If you buy a Hebrew servant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Loving One Another Series

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,386 views

    John pointing out the path of God in a fllen world.

    Loving One Another 1 John 3:11-24 June 11, 2006 When a therapist works with a couple that is struggling with communication/struggling with conversing, an activity she may use is to have the couple sit back to back with a identical set of blocks in front of each of them. The activity is for each ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Revelation Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 10, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,237 views

    Chapter study of key words and verses to help understand the book of Revelation.

    Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org Revelation Chapter 1 Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation is broke into 3 major parts according to Revelation 1:19. A) ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Fix Your Cape Series

    Contributed by David Salisbury on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 4,888 views

    The second in a series. A look at the distinctive nature of Christians.

    Quick Sermons for Permanent Fixes Lesson 2 Fix Your Cape Matthew 5:13-16 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus, The True Vine

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,614 views

    Fruitful Christian living is a result of abiding in Christ.

    JESUS, THE TRUE VINE John 15:1-8 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION United Parcel Service takes pride in the productivity of its delivery men and women. On average, a UPS driver delivers four hundred packages every working day. The company gets such high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Obedience

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,064 views

    Christians are called to live a lifestyle of Obedience with Christ

    Understanding Obedience 1 John 3:21-24, James 1:22-27 May 17, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Imagine, if you will, that you work for a company whose president found it necessary to travel out of the country and spend an extended period of time abroad. So he says to you and the other trusted ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Fruit Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
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    Fruit of the spirit

    Fruits of the Spirit (Matt.5:13-16 ) Intro: Many years a missionary employed a Chinese scholar to translate the New Testament into the Chinese language. The scholar was a Confucianist and had never heard of Christianity until the missionary had hired him. The scholar was a painstaking person and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Identity In Time Of Crisis PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 890 views

    This sermon encourages confronting life's crises with faith in Christ, claiming our identity in Him, and finding courage amidst struggles through His strength and wisdom.

    Welcome, dear family in Christ. Gather around, as we gather our hearts and minds to engage with the divine wisdom of the Scriptures, the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we turn our attention to an extraordinary passage from the Old Testament, a passage that speaks with a resonance that echoes ...read more

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    A Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 738 views

    Explores the depth of Jesus Christ's love, guidance, and commitment as our Good Shepherd, urging us to trust and obey Him, even in challenges.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the nourishment that only God's Word can provide. We are here today to celebrate ...read more

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    The Seed In My Hand PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 965 views

    This sermon encourages us to find hope, satisfaction, and rewards in God's promises, emphasizing the spiritual benefits of living in righteousness and faith.

    Good morning, dear family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Scripture today comes from the book of Zechariah, chapter 8, verse 12. It says, "For the seed shall be prosperous, the vine ...read more

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