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    The Power Of Prayer SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    Prayer is more important than giving, because when we pray, we are moved to give. How can we face life's tests without prayer, our spiritual study? Life's tests are much harder.

    Today, we will explore the significance of prayer in our lives. Prayer is essential because it not only connects us with God but also empowers us to live a life of purpose and fulfillment. Let us delve into Romans 12:1-12 to understand the importance of prayer. 1. Prayer vs. Giving: Which is more ...read more

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    The Evolution Of Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 324 views

    This sermon explores the three different stages of faith, demonstrating its growth and evolution.

    Today, we will explore the three distinct phases of faith that are evident in the story of Lazarus' death. These phases can be described as struggling faith, clinging faith, and resting faith. Let us delve into each phase and understand their significance. In this phase, Martha finds herself in ...read more

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    Mastering The Art Of Prayer SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    The Lord’s Prayer is more than a ritual recitation. It is a blueprint given by the Lord for prayer that is acceptable to God.

    Today, we will delve into the topic of prayer and explore the significance of the Lord's Prayer. Often, we recite this prayer without fully understanding its purpose. However, Jesus intended it to be a blueprint for our prayers, guiding us in approaching God in a way that pleases Him. Let us now ...read more

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    Growing Up In Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 737 views

    Guidelines for Youth on their Spiritual Journey

    Today, I want to share some important reminders for the youth. In our modern culture, young people face many challenges. It is crucial for them to understand that they have the power to overcome these challenges. Sometimes, the real world can make us feel overwhelmed, but we must remember that we ...read more

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    Growing Through Service SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    It is not the high-powered executive, a celebrity or a prominent politician who receives honor in the eyes of God, but the Christian who lives for Christ and serves him.

    As we approach the end of one year and the beginning of another, it is a fitting time for personal reflection. In our fast-paced world, it is easy to continue doing what we have always done without pausing to consider if we need a change of direction. This is especially true in our spiritual lives, ...read more

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    Growing In Faith: A Journey Through Psalm 1 SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    An in-depth exploration of Psalm 1, focusing on the theme of spiritual growth and deepening faith.

    Read Psalm 1:1-6 The Psalm begins with the phrase, "Blessed is the man" or "Happy is the man." We all want happiness. But some look for it in all the wrong places and things. Some seek it in jobs, money, new homes and cars, sex, alcohol, and even drugs. These things are all temporary. What about ...read more

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    God's Blueprint And Your Role SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    Explore the divine plans God has for you and understand how you can align your life with His will.

    It is a blessing to know that God has plans for each one of us. Regardless of our age, gender, race, or social status, God has specific plans for our lives. In Jeremiah 29:11-13, God assures us of His thoughts of peace and not evil, with plans to give us hope and a future. 1. Prosperity: God ...read more

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    Don't Stop, Keep Going! SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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     | 1,223 views

    Where have you parked your life? Illegal parking brings with it certain penalties such as tickets, towing, charges and fines. As disciples of Christ we need to be aware of where we have a tendency to park spiritually

    Have you ever found yourself driving around, desperately searching for a parking spot? It can be frustrating, especially when you have important things to do. But just like in our physical lives, as followers of Christ, we need to be aware of where we tend to get spiritually stuck. Some of us tend ...read more

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    You Get To Choose.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 21, 2024
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    Life is full of choices, and as you read God‘s word, the Bible, you quickly find that there is a choice you have to make. The Bible is a book of choice. “Choose you this day in whom you will serve as for me and my house we will serve the Lord,” Joshua 24.14.

    You Get To Choose. Life is full of choices, and as you read God‘s word, the Bible, you quickly find that there is a choice you have to make. The Bible is a book of choice. “Choose you this day in whom you will serve as for me and my house we will serve the Lord,” Joshua 24.14. Most ...read more

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    Men's Ministry Events And Activities PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
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    This sermon emphasizes the importance of a Christ-centered brotherhood that fosters mutual edification, spiritual transformation, and reflects God's love and grace.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy to gather with you today, to share in the fellowship of believers and to open our hearts to the life-giving Word of God. Today, we are not just in a house of worship, but in a home, a family, a brotherhood, bound by our shared ...read more

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    Encouraging Christians To Follow Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 11, 2024
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    This sermon explores cultivating a steadfast, fruitful faith through fostering fellowship, obedience to Jesus, and spiritual growth, as exemplified in Acts 11:22-24.

    Good morning, beloved family. Today, I want to ask a simple question for us to consider: How do we cultivate a faith that is not only steadfast but also fruitful? It’s been said: "A good character when established is not easily overthrown." And this is the essence of our discussion this morning. We ...read more

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    Saved By Grace, Kept By Grace And Grow In Grace

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 17, 2024
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    The apostle Paul recognized that there are two kinds of Christians within the church:

    • SPIRITUAL • UN-SPIRITUAL Every Christian fall into one of these two categories. HOW DO WE KNOW THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF CHRISTIANS IN THE CHURCH? Paul makes that distinction when he writes to the church in Galatia. Look at Galatians 6:1, we read, “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let The Church Be The Church

    Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 6, 2024
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    God wants His church to grow and He commissioned us to evangelize, and if the church is doing its job it should grow, but numerical growth in itself is not evidence that God is blessing. It’s important to remember that the goal is to try to restore the church of the 1st century in its principles.

    Let the Church Be the Church Acts 2: 36 – 47 A newspaper reporter was doing a story on growing churches, and in preparation for that story he interviewed a number of preachers. I want to share the questions asked of these preachers and then give you my answers to them. One of the questions he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grow In Maturity Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 12, 2024
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    What does it mean to be mature? There are many different kinds of maturity. Physical, Intellectual, Psychological, above all, Spiritual maturity.

    Journey With Jesus: Growing in Maturity Introduction In our journey with Jesus we have studied… -The foundation of the disciple’s life, the Beatitudes. -The source of authority, Jesus is Lord. -The divine help we receive, the Holy Spirit. -The life of service in imitation of Jesus. -The love we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is This Elevator Going Up?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 25, 2023
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     | 1,121 views

    Life is like putting a puzzle together. God does not always explain what he is doing. Joseph does not always see God's hand moving. GOD HAS A PLAN...

    IS THIS ELEVATOR GOING UP?… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Text: Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. IS THIS ELEVATOR GOING UP? SPREAD LOVE EVERY WHERE YOU GO. THE ONLY ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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