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  • David Rogers avatar

    The Watchman

    Contributed by David Rogers on May 16, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 27,623 views

    A sermon that examines the roles of the pastor and congregation and the responsibilities of each and the penalities incurred for not following God’s plan.

    The Watchman Ezekiel 33:1-7 Introduction As I was preparing this sermon this week I thought back to the nights that I stood guard duty during my service time. Often we were alone on our stations in the dark of the night while our buddies were sleeping depending on the night watchmen to warn ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Identity: From Rejection To Acceptance

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 20, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 13,501 views

    This is a sermon on Identity from the perspective of "The Exchanged Life" which seeks to facilitate one accepting their identity in Christ.

    I recently read a book about rejection and its effects entitled, "The Ins and Out of Rejection" by Charles R. Solomon. Did you notice the plural tense of "Ins" and the singular tense of the word "Out"? The point is, there are many ins into rejection, but only one "out." The only way out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Reflection

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Dec 29, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,394 views

    We can get so busy in our day to day lives that we can forget Who God is and what He would have us to do.

    Spiritual Reflection – 30th December 2007 am Isn’t it amazing how much rushing around is associated with Christmas.. We have been so busy as a church – it was wonderful… I would like us to take time to reflect on our Spiritual lives and have a year end stock check. Let’s make sure that everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Light The Fire

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on May 1, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,266 views

    God will breathe life into anyone who is willing to let the fire of the Holy Spirit burn in them.

    Light the Fire TEXT Ezek 37:1-14 The world is looking for God. Tragically and ironically they are looking in the wrong places. Sadly, as the world is looking for God, God’s people are asleep in their pews, asleep in religious traditions, lethargy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Building Blocks For Kingdom Living-Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Nov 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,394 views

    The Beatitudes become the building blocks for successful kingdom living for all Believers.

    NOTE: Study materials used for this message were taken from the following: "The Message of the Sermon on the Mount" Stott; "The Complete Biblical Study Library" Matthew. Since Michael King’s message "Assurance of Salvation" which I used for reference on part 1 only named the first 3 attitudes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Who Killed Jesus Christ?

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,648 views

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    Who Killed Jesus Christ? John 12:23-24 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhoKilled.html Jesus died and was buried, and sprung up in everlasting life! He begins now to give the disciples some teaching about what they are about to witness in a just a few days. This is all new to them, but the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being In The Family Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,685 views

    Jesus asked a perplexing question that continues to cause confusion and uncertainty - who is my family? His focus was not to appease His brothers, but to please His Father. Our relationship with Christ, and devotion to Him, must exceed all else.

    Being in the Family Mark 3: 31-35 Our text today reveals an encounter that was difficult for many to accept. Very likely the intentions of our Lord were misunderstood and misrepresented. Even today, as we consider these verses, this passage remains difficult for many to comprehend and accept. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awake And Keep Watch For His Coming Series

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 28, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 17,244 views

    “Therefore, keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come…so you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect Him”. (Matt. 24:42, 44)

    Introduction: Today is the 1st Sunday of Advent and also the day we celebrate senior citizens. Advent means the coming of Christ and refers to both His first coming and to His second coming. The first coming of Christ, His birth, was prophesied long before the appointed time and every prophetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    2nd Commandment- Idol Worship

    Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Dec 5, 2019
     | 4,129 views

    Idol Worship Was Rampant Among The Nations Surrounding Israel. Most Of Those Nations Had Carved Images To Which They Bowed, Sacrificed, And Performed Various Acts Of Worship.The Israelites Were Strictly Warned To Keep Themselves Separate From The Pagan Nations .

    Exodus 20:4–5 NKJV “You shall not make for yourself a carved image—any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth; you shall not bow down to them nor serve them. For I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Does It Mean To Inherit The Kingdom Of God? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,395 views

    This sermon explores how to inherit God's kingdom, see through saints, and feel Jesus's presence, emphasizing God's unending love and grace towards us.

    Good morning, my cherished church family! Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here in the house of the Lord, ready to hear His word and grow in our faith? I'm tickled to see all your smiling faces today. Before we get rolling, I want to share a quote with you. It's from Philip Yancey, a Christian ...read more

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    Whatever Gain I Had, I Counted As Loss For Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 704 views

    This sermon explores placing our confidence in Christ alone, disregarding earthly achievements, and living a life worthy of the gospel, as exemplified by Apostle Paul.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here, not for our own glory, but for the glory of God. We are here, not to seek worldly wisdom, but to seek the wisdom that comes from ...read more

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  • Christopher Arch avatar

    The Beatitudes Part Ii

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,533 views

    This is the second in a series of sermons I preached on the Beatitudes.

    Title: The Beatitudes Part II Script: Mt. 5:6-8. Type: Series Where: GNBC 1-21-18 Intro: In 1965, The Rolling Stones went from being just another band to one of the most popular bands of all times with the release of the song“ I Can’t Get No Satisfaction”- I try and I try and I try and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Keith Foskey avatar

    The Art Of Biblical Manliness

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 22, 2014
     | 10,965 views

    Manliness is a gift from God.

    The Art of Biblical Manliness 1 Kings 2:1-4 Recently, there has been a revival of sorts regarding all kinds of things which one might call “manly”. The “Art of Manliness” has come to regard anything which might be considered a manly pursuit. It includes things ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Crucified World Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,466 views

    Sermon #23 in Galatians. Final paragraph, written by Paul’s hand. Sums up spirit of the letter, Way of the world vs. Way of the Cross

    THE CRUCIFIED WORLD GAL 6: 11-18 INTRO CONFORMITY – (what do you think of when I say the word) SCHOOL, PEER PRESSURE INCREDIBLE PRESSURE TO CONFORM LOOK A CERTAIN WAY ACT A CERTAIN WAY BE IN CERTAIN GROUPS SHUN CERTAIN PEOPLE (CRUEL) KID ON BASEBALL TEAM IN SHERWOOD, COACH PUNISHED HIM ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Of Pleasure Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 7, 2014
     | 5,519 views

    Part 2 of 5 in a series on the false gods of this world (i.e. of our own creation) that vie to be the ultimate object of our worship.

    INTRODUCTION: When our kids are little we take them to visit a pediatrician for “check-ups.” How are their eyes, their ears, and their growth rate? If anything is wrong with their physical health, we are glad to discover it, and move toward healing, though perhaps more infrequent, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church