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    Draw Near PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 25, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,092 views

    This sermon explores the importance of humility in our relationship with God and others, and how it influences our attitudes, actions, and understanding of God's wisdom.

    Good morning, dear friends. Welcome to this sanctuary of solace, this haven of hope, this cathedral of Christ's love. It is here, in this sacred space, that we gather to seek wisdom, to find comfort, and to be reminded of the everlasting love of our Lord. We are here today to turn our hearts and ...read more

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    The "I”s Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Dan Waite on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,009 views

    The core of sIn is “I.” Paul lists the “slippery slope of sin” in this section and explains how humans descend into the absolute corruption of sin. In essence, “God gave them over.” However, we are “without excuse” because at the root we have “suppress

    Romans 1:18 – 32 The “I”s of sin. The core of sIn is “I.” Paul lists the “slippery slope of sin” in this section and explains how humans descend into the absolute corruption of sin. In essence, “God gave them over.” However, we are “without excuse” because at the root we have “suppressed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Blessing Of A Hungry Heart Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 16, 2007
     | 4,777 views

    The only fulfilment in life is to hunger and thirst for God and the things of God. Nothing else in this world can bring true happiness and lasting blessings.

    The purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is to inform God’s disciples of the qualities they are to possess and display to a watching world. So far we’ve come to see that a blessed Christian is someone who is: “Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” • Blessed are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    His Resurrection: A Call To Walk In Newness Of Life

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 6, 2017
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     | 10,493 views

    When we were saved, we became spiritually identified with Christ in His death, His burial and His resurrection. It was then that we died to our old life of sin, and we were spiritually resurrected to the new life we now have in Christ.

    HIS RESURRECTION: A CALL TO WALK IN NEWNESS OF LIFE Study Text: Ephesians 4:17-24, 2 Corinthians 5: 17 Introduction: - When we were saved, we became spiritually identified with Christ in His death, His burial and His resurrection. It was then that we died to our old life of sin, and we were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Find Contentment

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
     | 4,662 views

    The teaching here is two-fold: contentment versus greed and instructions to the rich. The common bond is the purpose of blessing and contentment with provision for the greedy and for the rich.

    A. Opening illustration: Contentment in wedding vows, “for richer or for poorer,” 80% 5.6 billion people live on less than $10/day ($3650/yr), half are less than $2.50/day ($912/yr). US poverty line is over $12K/yr, 4X the global rate, 44 million people. 20% of Troup Co. below poverty line, 13,510 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Settled In The Word

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 24, 2019
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    As Paul continued to share wisdom and guidance with Timothy, he knew eventually Timothy would face false doctrine and false accusation. In order to overcome, he needed to be settled in the Word.

    Settled in the Word 2 Timothy 2: 14-18 Paul continued to offer sound wisdom and guidance to his young protégé, Timothy. Having dealt with many who opposed him, Paul was well acquainted with the struggles of ministry among those determined to hinder his efforts. While Paul faced physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing New Under The Sun?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 3, 2014
     | 7,712 views

    Life apart from God is a death of fathomless despair. Life in Christ is an inextinguishable hope.

    Nothing New Under the Sun? Ecclesiastes 1:8-11 The “Preacher” has just examined the course of “nature” and has come up with a pessimistic conclusion that everything is useless or meaningless. We as Christians who can see above the horizon of the sun to God who has made ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Be Blameless PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,018 views

    The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to actively work on their personal salvation, live blameless lives, and glorify God through their actions, shining as lights in a dark world.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage from Philippians. I love how Arnold J. Toynbee once said, "Man's true end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever." This quote perfectly captures the heart of our message today. Let's read the passage together: "Therefore, my ...read more

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    Commitment PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023
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     | 1,308 views

    This sermon explores the unwavering commitment of believers, the significance of Jesus' actions in Luke 2:42-49, and maintaining a personal connection with God.

    Good morning, folks! We're gathered here today to share and celebrate the word of God. We're going to talk about a passage from the book of Luke that's pretty special. But before we get into that, I want to share a quote with you. It's from a highly respected Christian author, Philip Yancey. He ...read more

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    "The Danger Of An Undercurrent”

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 28, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,739 views

    We all have an undercurrent working in our life. There is always someone who wants to break down the group or individual rather than build it up

    “The Danger of an Undercurrent” Luke 19: 28-40 Introduction: Have you ever been to a party where it seemed like almost everyone was having a good time and enjoying themselves, but there was that one person who kept driving the group downward? Illustration: “Debbie Downer” Saturday Night Live did ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Characteristics Of Christian Citizenship

    Contributed by John Stensrud on Aug 5, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 20,611 views

    An expository message based on a series preached at Immanuel Baptist Church, Elgin, IL

    The Characteristics of Christian Citizens 17 Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you. 18 For, as I have often told you before and now say again even with tears, many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19 Their ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Prepared To Suffer For Righteousness (1 Peter 4:1-6) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
     | 6,920 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:1-6

    Prepared to Suffer for Righteousness Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin. As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritually Destroying Children

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,275 views

    Parents have a great responsibility in rearing their children. So many parents are destroying their children spiritually by the life they live.

    EPH. 6:1-4 "SPIRITUALLY DESTROYING CHILDREN" A) Imagine with me that 2000 years have passed in time and it is now the year 4000! * A natural disaster had completely buried our society around 2000, thus preserving the remains for future excavation. B) When the archaeologists dug up the remains ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Grace Of God Has Appeared Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,184 views

    It’s not the beginning of a new year that will motivate us to change our way of life. Rather it’s the awareness that God has revealed the depths of his grace to us in the person of Jesus Christ, who came to purify us and to show us how to live in God’s pr

    Christmas is almost upon us. Only 4 more sleeps left. But what does Christmas mean to you? For some it just means more work. For some it involves the trauma of family reunions. For others it’s a time of joy as families get together to catch up, while for others it means loneliness. It’s a time for ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The First False Believer Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 3, 2008
     | 4,493 views

    Exposition of Acts 8:5-25 about the false profession of Simon Magus, and some indicators of true faith

    Text: Acts 8:5-25, Title: The First False Believer, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/30/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about Dr Bennett and tell of his estimation of the greatest heresy plaguing Southern Baptists today. Talk about the list of names that need to be removed from off of our church roll, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist