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    Flesh Vs Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,016 views

    Encourages Christians to rely on the Holy Spirit to overcome their sinful nature, emphasizing the constant struggle and victory in Christ.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today to share in the divine wisdom of God's holy word. We are all too familiar with the tug-of-war that rages within us, a battle between our human desires and the divine call. It's the age-old struggle between the flesh and the ...read more

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    Last Hours Of Jesus' Life - Free From Passivity

    Contributed by Joanne Chan on May 18, 2018
     | 5,421 views

    In this sermon, we look at how the people mocked Jesus as he walked toward the hill of Golgotha, and contrast that with his encounter with Simon from Cyrene to see what it really means to carry the cross for Jesus.

    Central theme: Jesus denied himself and took the punishment for us with total dedication. We should take up the cross and follow Jesus, which means denying our old self (our comfort, your desires) and live for God because God is leading us to an even better place. Opening: Think of a place ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Bible Vs. Rome PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 499 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of faith, its biblical foundation, and how it liberates believers from the constraints of religious legalism.

    Dear beloved, gather round, as we come together in fellowship, in unity, and in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the Spirit of God, to consider the profound power of faith. It is the golden thread that weaves through ...read more

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    The Faith That Activates God’s Miracles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 29, 2025
     | 251 views

    Faith is the divine key that unlocks the supernatural. Throughout Scripture, we see that God responds to faith wherever it is found. The miracles of Jesus were often accompanied by one common element—faith.

    THE FAITH THAT ACTIVATES GOD’S MIRACLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 9:29, James 2:17-18, Luke 17:6, John 11:40 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the divine key that unlocks the supernatural. Throughout Scripture, we see that God responds to faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Worship Vs. Worry PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 941 views

    Explore the importance of prioritizing worship over worry, as illustrated by the story of Mary and Martha in the book of Luke.

    Good morning, church family. We're going to dive into a powerful scripture today from the book of Luke that will challenge us to examine our priorities, our worries, and the way we worship. It's a familiar story but I want us to look at it with fresh eyes. It's all about two sisters, Mary and ...read more

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    Fiddle Vs. Violin; Staff Vs. Rod

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,364 views

    Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me, let us consider the difference between correction and punishment.

    Fiddle vs. Violin? Staff vs Rod? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com INTRODUCTION: Seems many people today do not know the difference in punishment and correction. I was speaking at a church in Clinton, Ky. The Sunday School teacher did a very good job. In his lesson he said there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Truth Vs. Tradition-Evolution Vs. Creation

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009
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     | 2,671 views

    A brief synopsis of evolution vs. creation

    TRUTH: Man was created by God Vs. TRADITION: Man evolved from super-slime The battle of traditional Evolution vs. Creation is definitely not a new subject. However, Darwin’s theory of evolution is relatively new as it has only been around about a century and a half. In essence, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Mary Vs. Martha: Busy Vs Better Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 15, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,189 views

    It is good to be busy serving the Lord; however, we must not neglect discipleship because being too busy to sit at the feet of Jesus!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today as we continue with our Deep Thoughts with Jesus series, we will come upon an interesting situation that most all of us can relate to. • Have you ever been really busy doing something at home, maybe like cleaning the house, and your spouse and children are sitting on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Play Vs. Work? Toys Vs. Tools?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 19, 2021
     | 1,689 views

    Perhaps we find more joy in pleasure, fun and entertainment than we do effort, work and sweat? Playing games offer little profit?

    PLAY VS WORK? TOOLS VS. TOYS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Colossians 3:23 And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Do you know what is called the oldest toy in the world? The stick may just be the oldest toy. Sticks can be an endless source ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sheep Vs. Goats PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 642 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' judgment, the contrast between the righteous and unrighteous, and the reasons for their eternal destinies based on their actions towards the needy. Key

    Good morning, dear beloved. Isn't it a wonderful day that the Lord has made? A day filled to the brim with His grace and mercy, a day in which we can gather together, in His name, to bask in His word. Today, we are here to ponder upon a passage that brings to light the profound teachings of our ...read more

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    The Lost Coin, Lost Power

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,050 views

    The Holy Spirt is: 1. Not an it 2. Not passive, but active involved 3. Not imaginary, but real, relevant 4. Is God

    Sun. Nov. 28/93 Lu. 15:7-10 The Lost Coin, Lost Power ======================== In Pensacola, Florida A seaman reported to the police tht he and his wife hitched a ride with a truck driver at Wauchula. They had made a stop at a store and when he had come out, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Speak To People Who View God As A Passive Agent

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 2,988 views

    How to communicate to people who see God as a passive supernatural being

    How To Speak to People Who View God as a Passive or Indifferent God (Acts 17:16-18) Quote: God is not dead nor does He sleep. Time magazine once asked the question "Is God Dead?" Let them read what Paul the apostle wrote. "For it is God who is at work in us both to will and to do of His good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Little" Israel Vs "Monster" Global Terrorism???

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 28, 2015
     | 2,630 views

    Rather than focusing on "Little" Israel's effective, pro-active methods in neutralizing the terror threat in it's land, this message dwells on the theme of it being a "source" (John 4:22) of a greater victory over a far more dangerous problem...SIN!!!

    "Little" Israel vs "Monster" Global Terrorism??? Rather than focusing on "Little" Israel's effective, pro-active methods in neutralizing the terror threat in it's land (action replay of ...read more

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    Unleash Your Inner Potential SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 823 views

    It doesn't matter how gifted you are, it profits you nothing if the gift is not activated

    The Importance of Activating the Gift Paul encouraged Timothy to stir up the gift that was in him. This gift is the Holy Spirit. Paul understood that receiving the gift was not enough; it needed to be activated. Timothy had the responsibility to keep the gift stirred and active. In other words, he ...read more

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    Busy Vs. Effective

    Contributed by Gerald Williams on Nov 23, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,446 views

    Too busy working in the church to be effective in your work for God.

    EFFECTIVE OR JUST BUSY A healthy walk with God is not one that just feeds or meets the needs of others. It also must be a walk or a relationship in which the believer seeks to be regularly fed himself through personal, private study, meditation and prayer. Without these things, we as ...read more

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