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  • Rob Clifton avatar

    Instructions For The Home

    Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 3,885 views

    This is a sermon written to preach in a wedding. It lists the responsibilities of each marriage partner.

    Introduction: 1. I remember when my dad bought his first VCR. 2. He didn’t know anything about how it worked, but he spent hours reading the instruction manual, learning every detail of how to use it properly. 3. Wouldn’t it be great if other things in life came with directions, like: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Master Equipper Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,283 views

    GOD’S INITIATIVE IS THE PATHWAY TO PERSONAL REVIVAL

    BIG IDEA: GOD’S INITIATIVE IS THE PATHWAY TO PERSONAL REVIVAL I. (:33-34) GOD’S INITIATIVE IN CHANNELING OUR MINDS A. God’s Teaching Ministry is Essential for Obedience "Teach me, O Lord, the way of Thy statutes, And I shall observe it to the end." Perseverance in obedience is the goal B. God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Invitation

    Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,220 views

    A Christmas sermon focusing on God’s invitation

    This morning as we approach the Christmas season. Let us choose to remember why we celebrate. Choosing to focus upon the true reason for it all- Jesus Christ. During this time of year are calendars bustle over with Christmas parties, church services, and other responsibilities. At this time we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressing Towards The Goal Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,470 views

    How do you achieve the goal of knowing Christ?

    #24, 9-23-07 Pressing Towards the Goal Introduction; What is your purpose for living? Is it just to survive? Is it just to enjoy your self? Are you just floating aimlessly through life? God has a higher purpose for us! How can we know and achieve that purpose? Text; Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How Far Will You Go? 4 Stages Of Getting To Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 3, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,881 views

    The woman with the issue of blood was willing to touch Jesus when the others around weren’t going that far.

    How Far Will You Go? 4 Stages of Getting to Jesus Mark 5:21-34 1. There were those who GATHERED. a. A gathering is a group of people who are brought together for a specific purpose. b. People often gather because of curiosity or interest. c. There is always some reason that people gather. i. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Courage And Cowardice At The Garden Gate Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,620 views

    Peter’s Denial of Christ (part 2 of 2).

    COURAGE AND COWARDICE AT THE GARDEN GATE (Part 2) John 18:15-18, 25-27 INTRO: This morning, we started this message on the life of Simon Peter, and just got started. We saw how he was tempted by the devil, and denied ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Announcement Of Trust

    Contributed by Rev. T.w. Jenkins on Aug 2, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,502 views

    This sermon seeks to remove the word "compromise" from the Christian life style. You cannot walk with God and run with devils.....

    Scripture: Matthew 6:24 Subject: An Announcement Of Trust You must make a choice of trust in order to serve God. You cannot WALK with God and RUN with devils....no man can serve two masters, However, in life we often face conflicting situations and many seek to compromise as an easy way out. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    O Come, O Come Emmanuel

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,466 views

    God is with us.

    O Come, O Come Emmanuel November 29, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God is with us. Focus Passage: Isaiah 7:14 Introduction: Pastor Clifford S. Stewart of Louisville, Kentucky, sent his parents a microwave oven one Christmas. Here's how he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Folly Of Greed

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 1, 2012
     | 2,778 views

    We can’t take it with us, so we better send some on ahead.

    The Folly of Greed March 15, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can’t take it with us, so we better send some on ahead. Focus Passage: Luke 12:13-21 Supplemental Passage: I Tim 6:6-10 Introduction: “AFFLUENZA” - Men who trap ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaders Mindset

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Sep 18, 2018
     | 5,358 views

    A leader that wants to be successful must serve sacrificially.

    THE LEADER'S MINDSET TEXT: JOHN 10:11, 1 CORINTHIANS 1:11 INTRODUCTION A leader is a person that leads or directs. One who has the authority to direct or guide. According to Business Dictionary; a leader is a person that holds a dominant or superior position within his field, and is able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pray For All Evangelists And All Who Labour For The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 16, 2018
     | 3,633 views

    Spreading the Gospel of Grace is a dangerous business in the work. We need to pray for all who labour for the Gospel

    *DAY 13 OF 11TH HOUR FASTING* May the peace of the Lord be with you. Prayer Topic: *GOD WE PRAY FOR THE LEADERS OF THIS MINISTRY AND ALL THEY THAT LABOUR FOR THE GOSPEL, THAT YOUR WORD WILL BE DELIVERED AND SPREAD ACCORDING TO YOUR WILL* Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 King James Version ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Are We Our Brothers’ Keepers?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 25, 2025
     | 282 views

    Jesus at the cross introduced his mother to John, from that we can infer that we are our brothers’ keepers.

    John 19: 25-27 Standing close to Jesus’ cross were his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene. Jesus saw his mother and the disciple he loved standing there; so, he said to his mother, “He is your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “She is your mother.” From that ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Philippians 2:1-4

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
     | 822 views

    Philippians Exposition

    Philippians 2 Point - Your life will be defined by who you live for. Philippians 2:1-4 We all have agendas… When we realize God is ultimately in control and our lives are in His trustworthy hands, we can stop pushing our agenda. Instead of having a selfish, self-centered to-do list, we release ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    The High Calling Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 11, 2023
     | 1,159 views

    He wants us to ask for His help, wisdom, and strength at all times and in all circumstances. He made this promise and He will never fail. Nothing is asked in vain!

    Oasis WordBank Opening Passage Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full. John 16:24 (ESV) Title: The High Calling Of Prayer Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Reference: 00122309 Devotional This is an open call to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Genesis Chapter Twenty-Nine Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,206 views

    These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-Nine. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

    GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Jacob goes to Laban’s house and marries Rachel and Leah. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 29 Jacob is kindly received by Laban. He loves Rachel, and serves seven years for her. Laban substitutes Leah, the eldest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational