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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Good Soldier-1(2025)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 27, 2025
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    1 of 2. Paul encouraged Timothy as a 'good soldier' of Christ Jesus. The level of commitment needed, for a believer to fulfill their calling in Christ, is comparable to that of a good soldier. BUT...What rules does a ‘good soldier’ live by?

    The GOOD SOLDIER-I—2Timothy 2:1-3(:1-4) Attention: Twila Paris’—‘What Did He Die For’... *Read 1st part regarding soldier.* What Did He Die For Twila Paris He was twenty-one in 1944 He was hope & he was courage on a lonely shore Sent there by a mother with love beyond her tears Just a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Worst Grandparent Ever

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 13, 2023
     | 1,591 views

    There were a number of good grandparents in the Bible but there were a number of bad ones, too. This message is about Athaliah, the worst grandparent ever.

    (Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church Chamois, MO on September 10, 2023. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Except for Adam, Eve, and the first generation of children (Cain, Abel, Seth, etc.) everybody has at least four grandparents! Some were good, and, sadly, many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles McCall avatar

    If David Can Defeat Goliath, So Can I

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on Apr 15, 2010
    based on 17 ratings
     | 29,436 views

    If little ol' David can defeat the big bad giant called Goliath, we can defeat the Goliath in our lives.

    I Samuel 17:1-11, 48-51 Topic- If David can defeat Goliath, so can I There was a rap song by Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince that came out in the early 1990's that was entitled, "I think I can beat Mike Tyson". The basis for that song was that during the 1980's up to 1990, Mike Tyson was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Preaching From Philippians #10

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021
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    We have all done our share of boasting. We generally start this bad habit of boasting when we are a child.

    Illus: Three boys are in the school yard bragging of how great their fathers are. • The first one says: "My father runs the fastest. He can fire an arrow and start to run, and he gets to the target before the arrow." • The second one says: "Ha! You think that's fast! My father ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Failed Father Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 17, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,089 views

    When it comes to fatherhood, bad examples from Scripture can be good examples, once you know what a failed father has done wrong. Eli was a bad example. But what did he do wrong, and what can we learn from him so we can build better fathers?

    Someone once said that everyone is an example to others - some are GOOD examples, and some are BAD. And, believe it or not, bad examples can be good examples for us. For example, Eli was a “GOOD EXAMPLE” of a bad example of how to be a father. But before we get to Eli’s story (and what we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Raise Your Children From The Dead

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 68 ratings
     | 6,664 views

    A recrafted sermon of the same title from contributor 3007 focusing on how parents can reach children who have fallen away

    HOW TO RAISE YOUR CHILDREN FROM THE DEAD MARK 5:21-43 INTRODUCTION… Bill Cosby on Father’s Day (http://www.sermonillustrations.com/a-z/f/fathers_day.htm) Two humorous observations from Bill Cosby’s book, Fatherhood. He writes: Now that my father is a grandfather, he just can’t wait to give money ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Building Good Kids Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,320 views

    Message 2 of 6 on children. This message focuses on the work of parents in raising children. It gives four building blocks from 2 Timothy.

    Microsoft’s Big Bear Can Watch Your Kids Prototype ’Teddy’ keeps an eye on the youngsters Iain Thomson, vnunet.com 15 Mar 2005 Young children could be watched over by remote control teddy bears with swivelling heads that track every move, thanks to a research project from Microsoft. ’Teddy’ is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fred Mueller avatar

    What Not To Neglect - A Confirmation Sermon

    Contributed by Fred Mueller on May 16, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,563 views

    A sermon addressed to the parents of young people (ninth graders)being confirmed - urging them to lead by example as their children fulfill their promises as disciples.

    Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone May 7, 2006 Easter IV Confirmation Sunday Hebrews 10:19-25 “What Not to Neglect” So we have finally arrived at your confirmation day! Wow! Most of you have been going to Sunday School your whole lives. You have moved from upstairs where you sat in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    Back 2 School Special

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 9, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,585 views

    Our kids started back to school this week. Using Samson’s parents as an example, we as the church need to pray for our kids!

    August 10, 2003 Title: Back to School Special Text: Judges 13:1-25 Introduction 1. Well, our kids started back to school this week. A. Jason is in Kindergarten i. Lora is in 1st Grade ii. Ethan is in 3rd Grade iii. Amelia is in 6th Grade at the Middle School B. We have been in prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A True Baby Dedication

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 1,608 ratings
     | 282,301 views

    really a parent dedication!--THE CONFIRMATION, THE CLARIFICATION, THE COMMITMENT, THE CLAIMING. Link to free Formatted Text Version and ready-made Powerpoint included.

    GIVING YOUR CHILDREN BACK TO GOD (Baby Dedication) Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website below... --------------------- Question: Have you ever given your children back to God? (Some of you are thinking, “I’d like to give them back—but I didn’t think God would take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    God Heard The Voice Of The Lad

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 7,265 views

    In a world where youth are crying everyday because of parental abandonment and life’s pressures, it is good to know that God hears the voice of the lad.

    Introduction: In our text, Abraham is torn between two families. He loved both Ishmael and Isaac. But as often is the case, he had to choose. Thus, he choose Sarah and Isaac. Reluctantly he sent Hager and Ishmael away. In great pain and depression, Hager ended up in the wilderness of Beersheba with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant Bennington avatar

    God Strengthens Our Families

    Contributed by Grant Bennington on May 9, 2004
    based on 73 ratings
     | 22,559 views

    This sermon was used on Mother’s day for the Blessing/Dedication of Children. It discusses Parents duty to Children based on Mark 10:13-16.

    Today is a very significant day in which we recognize and celebrate the nurturing, sustaining and unselfish love of Mothers. There is an old Jewish proverb that says "God couldn’t be everywhere so he made Mothers". There are probably a few mothers who consider this a great honour, however, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Philip Gill avatar

    "Unless You Become Like A Little Child..."

    Contributed by Philip Gill on Jul 29, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 17,040 views

    With the Church at the perephery of many lives and Baptism no longer the "done thing" it is an act of faith in itself when parents bring young children for baptism.

    Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will never enter it." I the light of my recent experience as a locum school chaplian I particularly notice about this passage that Jesus speaks here of little children and not anyone old enough to be in year seven or ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Obedience And Honor Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,190 views

    Children obey your parents. Sometimes more easier said than done. This message shows the honor and love expressed through obedience.

    Obedience and Honor Ephesians 6:1-4 Ephesians 6:1 (NLT) Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. Do What You’re Told  Obeying your parents • They have been placed in authority by God • Obedience acknowledge their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Rearing Children In A Post-Modern World Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 14, 2024
     | 734 views

    In a world that often promotes relativism and undermines traditional values, it is essential to ground our parenting in the unchanging truths of God's Word.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to address a topic that is both crucial and challenging: rearing children in a post-modern world. As parents and caregivers, we are entrusted with the sacred responsibility of guiding our children in their spiritual, moral, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal