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  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Radical Obedience

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 30, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,061 views

    When we're truly saved, we will always belong to Jesus. So what does he mean when he says to lose an arm or a leg or gouge out an eye of it's keeping you from heaven? Jesus calls us to radical obedience.

    Mark 9:43-48 Radical Obedience What kind of dedication does it take to be a terrorist? Seriously, think about this for a minute. How dedicated would you have to be to fly an airplane into a skyscraper? Or to strap explosives to your body and walk into a market? We certainly don’t condone these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Could You Not Tarry One Hour?

    Contributed by James Newell on May 3, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 23,166 views

    This sermon deals with God’s call to His Church to pray a minimum of 1 hour daily.

    A 7-year-old little girl had just won $2.00 for her memory work in Sunday school, which included scriptures, prayers, the Apostle’s Creed, etc. After the morning service, the pastor’s wife congratulated her. The little girl proudly announced, "And I put it all in the morning’s offering!" "My, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Implementing The Vision

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,913 views

    Now that we know what the vision is, the question becomes how are we going to fulfill the vision and that’s our focus for today’s message. I’ll call these the essential building blocks for implementing God’s vision and building a great church based on God

    Implementing the Vision Proverbs 29:18 and Revelation 17:17 These past few weeks, we’ve been talking about the vision God has for Gretna United Methodist Church: “Connecting diverse communities to a lifestyle devoted to Jesus.” Now that we know what the vision is, the question becomes how are we ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Be A Peacemaker Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 10, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,328 views

    To make peace is not to compromise or avoid confrontation. Abraham set us a good example. We must have the desire to make peace, treasure the relationship, be generous in heart and avoid a self-centred view of things.

    JOHN PIPER says the cry of the beatitudes is this: “Get a new heart!” • They are not good suggestions, but what every Christian ought to be. • The beatitudes counter the false understanding that a person can be saved without being changed. Or: that a person can inherit eternal life even if his ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Keeping Good Company Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,316 views

    Why should I be careful of the company I keep? Should I avoid the company of sinners, and mockers and the immoral? And if I do this (avoid sinners) how can I carry the message of Christ to the lost?

    (Poem) “All the water in the world - however hard it tried, could never, never sink a ship… unless it got inside. All the temptations of this world might wear you pretty thin, but they won't hurt you, one least bit... unless you let them in.” (I could not find the author) It’s a repeated ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Are You Paying Attention? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 14, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,539 views

    There are a lot of things that distract us in this life - but if we are not careful we may drift past the most important thing ever.

    The Israelites had a problem almost throughout their history - they were easily distracted. It was hard for them to keep on the central and important things. In the wilderness they focused on what they were eating or not eating, rather than focusing on obeying and getting to know this God who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Close To The Cross, But Far From The Blood

    Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,513 views

    Four Soldiers were at the foot of the cross, but they were not repenting, but gambling! Why? Because they were distracted by Duty, Desires, and Deception.

    Intro: Easter is coming earlier this year and I have been thinking about the cross. This morning, I would like to look at four men whose names we are not given. They are the four soldiers that gambled for Jesus’ clothes. One of the mysteries of the crucifixion is that there were so many who ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ken Hubbard avatar

    That Was Then, This Is Now

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,829 views

    This sermon is to encourage listeners not to let life's "detours, delays discouragements" distract them from God's sovereign work in their lives.

    INTRO - Have you ever wondered - Why bad things happen to good people - When I am asked that question - I must respond with: „X God is sovereign „X His ways are higher than ours „X When you can't trace / trust - If we're not careful we will let ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Maintaining Focus Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 2, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,920 views

    As long as we are in the midst of our journey in this world, we are subject to distractions. How do we maintain our focus?

    “Maintaining Focus” 1 Jn. 2:15-17 & Phil. 3:1-14 A young woman is taking her final exam. She’s excited and relieved because the teacher asked the right questions and she really knows the answers. But part way through the test she looks out the window and sees her boyfriend ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Listen Up, Sheep Part 2

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Jan 21, 2023
     | 1,214 views

    God's people will listen and obey Him. We will tune out the distractions of the world and listen for the voice of Jesus

    Credit: The outline and some of the guts of the sermon are taken straight from Jeff Anselmi on sermoncentral. I have edited it enough that I think it is worth posting as my own work. Clearly Jeff built the frame of the sermon, however I did a lot of remodeling. Listen up sheep! part 2 John ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Choosing The One Needful Thing

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 23, 2025
     | 84 views

    This message emphasises the importance of setting spiritual priorities above distractions and focusing on the one thing that truly matters, intimacy with Christ.

    CHOOSING THE ONE NEEDFUL THING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:38-42 Key Verse: “But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:42, KJV) Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:33, Psalm 27:4, Philippians 3:13-14, Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Priorities For Ministry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,588 views

    Acts 6:1-7 teaches us about Satan’s attack of distraction and the church’s priorities for ministry.

    Introduction Christians are not immune from trials and difficulties just because they are Christians. Conversion to Christ does not cause our problems to evaporate and disappear. Part of the reason for our continuing trials is that we have an enemy, Satan, who constantly works to cause us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Choose The Good Portion PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,169 views

    The importance of prioritizing our relationship with God and abiding in Christ, as exemplified by Mary in the biblical passage, over worldly distractions and anxieties.

    Good morning, Church! I hope this day finds you blessed and full of the Holy Spirit. As we gather today, I am reminded of a quote by A.W. Tozer, "The man who has God for his treasure has all things in One." Isn't that a beautiful thought? Let's turn our hearts and minds now to the Word of God, ...read more

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    Equipped To Hear PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 816 views

    This sermon encourages believers to prioritize prayer and attentiveness to God's voice amidst worldly distractions for spiritual growth and divine guidance.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy to gather once again in God's house, a place where we can feel His presence, hear His voice, and learn His ways. We are here today, not merely as bystanders, but as active participants in the divine dialogue that God has initiated with us, His children. We ...read more

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  • Chris Johnson avatar

    Don't Worry

    Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,928 views

    Jesus speaks to us about worry and how we can avoid it.

    There are very few of us who have never, at one time or another, allowed ourselves to be overcome by worry. Stress comes at us from many directions and it is easy to give in and get caught in a web of worry. Jesus addresses this here in this sixth chapter of Matthew. I. THE COMMAND--V.25. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God