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  • Isaiah Banjo avatar

    The Whole Duty Of Man Series

    Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Oct 12, 2020
     | 17,092 views

    Let me start by saying that “the very essence for the creation of man is to have an intimacy with his creator. The fellowship is the key factor to fulfilling purpose in life.”

    THE WHOLE DUTY OF MAN 13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. (KJV) 14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Ecclesiastes 12:13 - ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Pray For Others

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 15, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,334 views

    In today’s sermon we are going to look at each of these components of Paul’s prayer for the Colossians not with the intent of “babbling” it mechanically but to use it as a model of how one can effectively intercede for our loved ones before a holy God!

    How to Pray for Others Colossians 1:9-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When boldly approaching God’s throne of grace ever wonder how one should pray for others? Coming “face to face” with an all-powerful and all-knowing God the last thing one wants to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    This Year's Vision: Becoming More Like Jesus

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 27, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,187 views

    This sermon will review three vital questions : are you on the right track, do you have passion to run, are you looking back or are you looking forward and striving to become more like Jesus so that upon His return you might hear the words “good and faithful servant”?

    The Vision to know Jesus! Philippians 3:7-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The beginning of another year is upon us, you know the time when most people review last year’s accomplishments and strive to set new goals and dreams. For many their vision of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eight Habits For Holy Living Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 20, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 29,055 views

    Developing eight habits. 1. Rejoice always 2. Pray without ceasing 3. Give thanks in everything 4. Don't put out God's fire 5. Listen to God's Word 6. Examine everything 7. Hold fast to what is good 8. Stay away from evil

    Eight Habits for Holy Living Our text for today is from First Thessalonians chapter five. Please follow along with me as I read: 16 Rejoice always; 17 pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not quench the Spirit; 20 do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mind The Gap Series

    Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015
     | 5,885 views

    Seeing the Church through grace and peace

    This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 10 - 17) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 15 March 2015. Introduction I am reminded of the illustration by Emo Phillips: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump. So I ran over and said ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Mountaintop Experiences

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 2, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,337 views

    The following sermon is going to review the glimpse of Christ’s glory that Peter, James, and John received in Matthew 17:1-13 and suggest that solitude, listening, reverence, acceptance, and desire to proclaim the truth concerning Christ is the key to seeing Christ!

    A Mountaintop Experience Matthew 17:1-13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Introduction Of all the experiences that a human being can have while on this earth is not a glimpse of our Savior the most treasured event one could ever receive? Living in this world that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I See You

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021
     | 2,213 views

    Society is busy doing their own thing but God see you and desires to be a part of your life

    Introduction- Good Morning Church! Bless His name as we come together to hear His word and respond to His calling. Prayer- Our church leadership has been in a time of fasting and prayer as a church with the sole purpose of wanting the Lord to intervene in one specific area of our life in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Holiness – Part 4 – Put On Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023
     | 1,847 views

    In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. No teaching sheet

    "Holiness – Part 4 – Put on Jesus Christ" Romans 13:11-14 Pastor John Bright Romans 13 “11 And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. 12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Fix The Fight! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021
     | 7,036 views

    The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

    Slugfest Pt. 1 - Fix the Fight I. Introduction I grew up in the era of great fights. Boxing had the corner on the fight market. There was no MMA, UFC, or Bellator. Boxing reigned supreme. This led to great spectacles and huge matches. These matches not only had great fighters involved but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Treat The Believers We Disagree With Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 26, 2023
     | 1,337 views

    This sermon delves into Romans 14 and brings out the point that we are to accept each other and how to do that.

    - Sermon series: “How to Disagree.” Last week we established that there are disputable matters, which is an important category to understand. There may be theological issues about which sincere believers can have honest disagreement. - Having established that, we move today onto the next logical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Defined By Your Job?

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,525 views

    Making work our priority can become a problem in our relationship with God and with our family. It can also develop into an issue with our self-worth should we ever experience problems in the workplace or the loss of a job.

    Today’s sermon is for the men of our congregation; being that we had a Men’s Breakfast this morning. I would like to begin our message with a short sermon illustration. Author John Trent, in an article entitled “A Father’s Heart,” states, “Not long ago, my family and I had the privilege of going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What’s In Your Clay? (September 4, 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 1, 2022
     | 3,381 views

    How many times have you seen a Capitol One commercial where you always hear the question, “What’s in your wallet?” As we hear today’s text a better question to ask is “What’s in your clay?” What’s in our clay that makes us resistant to how God is trying to mold us and shape us?

    WHAT’S IN YOUR CLAY? Text: Jeremiah 18:1 -11 Jeremiah 18:1-11 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD: (2) "Come, go down to the potter's house, and there I will let you hear my words." (3) So I went down to the potter's house, and there he was working at his ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Joy Of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming With Joy

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
     | 1,167 views

    Advent is a time of hopeful expectation, but it’s also a season of deep, abiding joy. But what is this joy, and where does it come from?

    The Joy of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming with Joy December 15, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 15:13, James 1:2, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Luke 15: As we continue our Advent journey, our focus shifts toward joy—the joy that comes with anticipating the coming of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Prince Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 898 views

    This sermon emphasizes that true peace is not the absence of external conflict but the presence of Christ in our hearts, offering an unshakable, eternal peace through His birth, miracles, and life-giving words, even amidst life's greatest trials and storms.

    Prince of Peace Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ The Oxford Dictionary defines peace as "freedom from disturbance; tranquility, and the cessation of war." Those who are at peace experience freedom from anxiety and distress. Yet, with such an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kory Labbe avatar

    Who Do You Say I Am? Series

    Contributed by Kory Labbe on Oct 11, 2025
     | 493 views

    Learning to discern and declare the truth of who Jesus is in a world filled with noise.

    Introduction – The Noise Around Us Good morning, church. We live in a world that never stops talking. Every day, we’re surrounded by more words, opinions, and messages than our hearts can process. Social media feeds us one perspective. News outlets feed us another. Podcasts, YouTube, and talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God