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  • Jason Jones avatar

    Real Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2008
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     | 4,193 views

    Exposition of Acts 16:16-24 about the slave girl in Philippi and the demon and being jailed.

    Text: Acts 16: 16-24, Title: Real Ministry, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/28/08, AM A. Opening illustration: You know, for pastors, ministry is a series of good news and bad news. Listen to these scenarios: Good news: You baptized seven people today in the river. Bad news: You lost two of them in the swift ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Purpose Of The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 13, 2013
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     | 13,283 views

    God has established the theocratic pattern of government for His people. In every case where man allowed God to govern as He saw fit, there was peace, prosperity, and stability among the people of God.

    The Purpose of the Local Church Hebrews 10:24-25 - And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Appreciating Your Pastor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,166 views

    Encourages Christians to joyfully obey and support their spiritual leaders, recognizing their responsibility and aiding in the mission of Christ.

    Greetings, beloved family in Christ. Today, we gather under the sheltering wings of His grace, bound by a shared love for our Lord and united in our quest for understanding His divine Word. Our hearts are open, our spirits eager, and our minds ready to receive the nourishment that only the Bread of ...read more

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    If It Wasn't For Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,687 views

    Explores our dependence on God's deliverance, dedication to His direction, and delight in His devotion.

    Good morning, beloved. As we gather today in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a grand and glorious truth, a truth that transcends our mortal understanding and reaches into the very heart of divine wisdom. It is a truth that has been whispered into the ears of the ...read more

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    The Seated Savior

    Contributed by Curtis Rowe on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,483 views

    This sermon is designed to give the hearer a deeper understanding and appreciation for the incarnation of Jesus Christ.

    The Seated Savior Hebrews 10:5-25 Surely the Father would be pleased if we use the Sunday after the celebration of the incarnation to reflect on the accomplishments of our Savior. Hebrews 10 contains the words of Jesus at the time of His incarnation… Wherefore when he cometh into the world, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    'family & Friends'

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 24, 2025
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    'Family and friends' - Romans chapter 16 verses 1-23 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Romans chapter 1 verses 1-27. SERMON OUTLINE: Be welcoming (vs 1-2) Be honouring (vs 3-16&21-24) Be discerning (vs 17-20) SERMON BODY: Quote: You all know the saying, "You can choose your friends, but you are stuck with your family." • Friends are a choice: • You ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Panicked? Impatient? Christ Is In Control.

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 72 ratings
     | 5,557 views

    Jesus shows us that when things don’t go our way, and panic and impatience grips our heart,that He is still in control.

    THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT TEXT: MATTHEW 11:2-11 SERMON TITLE: Panicked? Impatient? Christ is in Control. Two of our readings this morning surround us with the call to be patient! In Matthew, the patience that is referred to is one that surrounds life issues. In James, the patience that is referred ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Life Of Fairh V Series

    Contributed by Billy Noel on Jul 27, 2007
     | 2,323 views

    Jesus is the object of our faith

    The Life of Faith V Hebrews 12: 1-3 I find the life of faith grows better and better every month I live. I can truly say my life flows on in endless song above earth’s lamentations and can add most heartily that, Day by day this pathway smoothes Since first I learned to love it. It is better and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Saved By Grace, Changed By Grace - Repentance, Faith, And The Life That Follows Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 13, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 297 views

    “How can a sinful person be made right with a holy God?” That question sits at the very heart of the Christian faith. It is not theoretical. It is personal. It is eternal.

    Saved by Grace, Changed by Grace - Repentance, Faith, and the Life that Follows Introduction – The Most Important Question You Will Ever Answer There are many important questions in life. What career will I choose? Who will I marry? Where will I live? But none compare to this one: “How can a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Prays For You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 860 views

    Understand and find comfort in the fact that Jesus prays for us, interceding on our behalf, which is a testament to God's profound love for us.

    Good morning, family. What a blessing it is to be gathered here today in the presence of God. There's a beautiful quote from A.W. Tozer that says, "God never hurries. There are no deadlines against which he must work. Only to know this is to quiet our spirits and relax our nerves." Let that sink ...read more

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    I Hate The Devil PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,595 views

    Emphasize the importance of resisting the devil's schemes, guarding our hearts, and protecting God's Kingdom by not giving the devil a foothold through unwholesome actions or words.

    Good morning family! It's a joy to be gathered here together in the house of the Lord. Today, we're going to delve into a powerful passage from the book of Ephesians. We're going to talk about the danger of giving opportunity to the devil, the power of resisting his schemes, and our responsibility ...read more

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    Lazarus And The Rich Man PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,044 views

    Emphasize the importance of compassion and good deeds in our lives, as neglecting these can lead to severe consequences, as illustrated in the parable of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16:19-31.

    Good morning, church! Today, we are going to unpack a powerful message from the book of Luke, Chapter 16, verses 19 through 31. This passage is a profound illustration of the sin of omitting good deeds, the consequences of ignoring others, and the incredible power of compassion. Before we delve in, ...read more

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    Necessity Of Preaching PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,038 views

    Emphasizes the crucial role of preaching the Word of God faithfully and persistently, even in the face of opposition or indifference, as a sacred responsibility entrusted to us by God.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! We're diving right into the deep end of the pool today, with a passage from 2 Timothy. This is a passage that speaks to the heart of every Christian, but especially anyone who has ever felt the call to preach the Word of God. In his book, "Between Two ...read more

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    The Fisherman Of Men PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 768 views

    The main point of this sermon is that true fulfillment, satisfaction, and peace come from God alone, who offers us eternal life through belief in Jesus, the Bread of Life.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into some deep waters. We're going to talk about the power of God's Word, the call to follow Jesus, and living off the Bread of Life. I'm reminded of a quote by C.S. Lewis, who said, "God cannot give us happiness and peace apart from Himself because ...read more

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    Meekness Not Weakness Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,778 views

    The antidote to "self-esteem" - othewise known as pride.

    Meekness not weakness By Adrian Warnock Audio available at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/kingdom/meek.wma 8th Feb 2003 (Mat 5:5) Like the other beatitudes, this one is completely contrary to what the world says- the world says blessed are the RICH, the Happy and the assertive. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational