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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Guidelines For Seeking First His Kingdom

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 28, 2003
    based on 196 ratings
     | 59,777 views

    Resist, reject and renounce all rival kingdoms to that of the kingdom of God. There are many kingdoms that will attempt to compete with the kingdom of God that include egotistical, monetary, fleshly, worldly and devilish influences. We must take seriously

    How to Seek First His Kingdom Illustration: God is ready to assume full responsibility for the life wholly yielded to Him. Andrew Murray. Quote:In order to seek first the kingdom, we must begin by seeking first the King: His praise, His purpose, and His plan. Paul J. Fritz Illustration: Bruce ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian Life

    Contributed by David Rogers on Dec 31, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,097 views

    This is a sermon about what a christians life should look like and how we should instead of making all these worldly resolutions at New year instead make a resolution to live our life for God.

    A CHRISTIAN LIFE COL. 3:12-25 I hope that everyone here this morning had a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year. I am sure that we all got a lot of presents and we probably made quite a few New Years resolutions. This year as I was thinking about the direction I wanted my life to go I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    One For All And All For One

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 24, 2008
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     | 5,047 views

    An Easter sermon that affirms that Christ died for the whole world (One for all) and that our duty as believers is to live our lives set on heavenly things, not worldly and spread the good news of the reusrrection (all for One).

    One for All and All for One Acts 10:34-43 & Colossians 3:1-4 Easter 2008 Several years ago, a Christian research and study group posed a series of questions to random people on the street. One of the questions asked was “What is Easter?” The answers ranged from “Easter is Jesus’ birthday” to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taught By Grace

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Aug 2, 2010
     | 2,723 views

    The Grace of God instructs us not only renounce ungodliness and worldly lust; we must also replace those desires with positive characteristics. We must also say yes to active service for Christ.

    Taught By Grace 06/14/09 AM Reading: Titus 2:11-14 Introduction B. Read Titus 2:11-14 1. "The Grace of God"--free favor and good-will of God, not merit 2. "Brings Salvation"--salvation from sin and wrath, from death & hell 3. "has appeared"--in the form of Jesus in his life, death, burial, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Banquet Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 25, 2016
     | 8,969 views

    Jesus' challenge to the host in Luke 14, that he should not invite those who could serve his needs but those whose needs he could serve, challenges the worldly approach to human relationships.

    Luke 14:1-14 "The Banquet" INTRODUCTION The word "Stewardship" has gained an ugly reputation in Christian circles. It is frequently associated with congregational pleas for more money. The word has lost its wholistic dimension. Stewardship, or if you prefer, good management is no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Handle Your Guilt Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2019
     | 3,539 views

    Many today want to put aside any mention of shame as inappropriate. Paul, though, speaks of godly sorrow and worldly sorrow. What's the distinction and how can sorrow be a good thing?

    SMILEY RELIGION: “God wants me to be happy.” - 2 Corinthians 7:8. - Today so many presume that God’s job is to make them happy. The only way they think about God is that He is there to answer our prayers and bring good things into our lives. - Biblical ideas like carrying your cross, losing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Mixed Multitude Among Us

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 24, 2020
     | 4,172 views

    Allowing unsaved individuals to provide guidance for the church invites destruction of the Faith.

    “A mixed multitude also went up with them” [EXODUS 12:38a]. [1] The world is attending our services. That is the good news! The bad news is that the world is attending our services. Churches of this day tend to order services of worship of the Living God with a view of accommodating the desires ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. avatar

    God’s Kingdom Economy Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,703 views

    "This sermon introduces God's Kingdom economy, contrasting worldly financial systems with Kingdom principles. It emphasizes financial victory through alignment with God’s Word and explores how Kingdom living leads to freedom and provision."

    In a world dominated by financial stress, economic uncertainty, and the unending pursuit of more, God's people are invited to embrace a different reality—God’s Kingdom economy, which operates on principles that are higher and more stable than the world's systems. Jesus makes this clear when ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Necessity Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 12, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,689 views

    Message explores seven ways the church must be empowered by the Holy Spirit. The consequence of not having this empowerment is identified, and believers are called up to be filled with the Spirit in accordance with Ephesians 5:18.

    Intro Have you ever felt like you did not have what it takes to live the Christian life? Have you ever felt overwhelmed with the challenges of life? What do you do when you feel like circumstances are pressing in on you with almost irresistible force? Perhaps you have never experienced those ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Christ, Our Advocate 1 John 2:1 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,469 views

    In 1 John 2:1. The apostle John speaks directly to the hearts of believers, addressing us tenderly as “my dear children.” He writes with a deep pastoral concern to encourage us to live holy lives, avoiding sin.

    Christ, Our Advocate 1 John 2:1 1 John 2:1 (NLT) – “My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous.” Introduction Today we explore the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Litigation Series

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 22, 2011
     | 3,659 views

    Authority in the church is very different to worldly authority. Leaders within the church must, first of all, be servants. We then learn to submit to our Spiritual Leaders as those who will be accountable for our souls. Christians who sue one another hav

    Litigation 1 Corinthians 6 (NKJV) 1 Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unrighteous, and not before the saints? 2 Do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if the world will be judged by you, are you unworthy to judge the smallest matters? 3 Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darren Ethier avatar

    The Important Step Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 7, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,640 views

    4 of 4 of the series, In Pursuit: The Jesus Walk.It’s time to make a decision! Are you pursuing Christ or are you going to follow someone or something else? This is the most crucial decision of your life! And it requires commitment to follow through on

    THE IMPORTANT STEP 1 John 2:6 Read before service: John 15:1-8 (NIV) 1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Twelve Treasures Yet Realized

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 4, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,960 views

    So many people are looking for treasures in all the wrong places. Some are looking for it in the pursuit of wealth, riches or material possessions. Recently, we have seen an escalation of real estate prices as the country gets swept up in the mania of esc

    Twelve Treasures Yet Realized (Col. 2:6-12) "In Christ are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge." (Col. 2:6) Song: Jesus is all the world to me. My life, my joy my all. He is my strength from day to day. Without Him I wouild fall. When I am sad to Him I go. No other one can cheer me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joseph's Story

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 18, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,306 views

    The Christmas story from Joseph's perspective. What was it like to sacrifice all that he had known in his pursuit of righteousness to take on scandal, scorn, and shame? Perhaps we are called like Joseph to follow God no matter what the cost.

    Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph’s Story My mother and father raised me to be a good man, a just man, a righteous man. I loved God and followed his law to the utmost. I memorized scripture. I studied Torah at synagogue. I sought to treat people honorably. As I grew up, my dad taught me how to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Life

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,286 views

    Whatever you have, learn to be content with what God has entrusted to you. Remember, it isn’t wrong to earn more to live in security and provide for your family. It is the love of money that is dangerous. It is the constant pursuit of the good life tha

    The Good Life, Luke 12:13-21 Introduction By the time I met my father in law he had been a used car salesman for more than thirty years. For the bulk of that he owned a buy here pay here lot. He could always get a great deal from him, but you just had to know that any car you got from “Big John” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church