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  • Greg Burcham avatar

    Selfish Or Selfless

    Contributed by Greg Burcham on Oct 5, 2016
     | 11,389 views

    This sermon deals with being selfless as apposed to selfish in our personal lives.

    Selfish or Selfless Back in 2013, the word of the year was “selfie”. It seems with the advent of the smart phone and even some of the latest flip phones, we have fallen in love with taking our own picture. The word selfie makes me think of the character from Greek mythology named ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Our Burden Bearer

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 16, 2013
     | 17,679 views

    The very fact that the Lord is represented as moving to lift the burden of these people is evidence that He is moved with concern when His people are in crisis.

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 6 Jan 2013 Isaiah 53:4 JESUS: OUR BURDEN BEARER Intro: This chapter stands out in the Old Testament as the single greatest prophesy/Lord/Jesus/Christ and what He would accomplish for sinners. • In this chapter, we learn about His Life (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If It's Possible, It's Not God's Work

    Contributed by James Snyder on Jan 21, 2013
     | 3,346 views

    God's work is always outside the realm of human possibility.

    It is absolutely impossible to become a Christian. Down through the years many have tried and have failed most miserably. The problem is people are taught that they can become a Christian anytime they want to. This gives people room to put it off to a “more convenient season.” Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Our Redeemer And Lord

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 21, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,275 views

    In this message this us learn some characteristics of our Redeemer and Lord. Let us learn how wonderful Jesus is in our lives.

    Colossians 1:14-20 Introduction: Paul was writing to the Colossians, praying for them to continue in faith and also revealing to them the preeminence of Christ in creation and redemption. Here Paul will reveal 7 characteristics of Jesus Christ. Let us also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus And The One Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 7,638 views

    The one who is lost and separated from the Father. Four insights about Jesus and The One: The One is drawn to Jesus, Jesus loved being with The One, people isolate themselves from The One, Christ-followers must overcome isolation to do life with the one.

    January 15 Jesus and The One Luke 15:1-2 The One=the one who is lost and separated from the Father Four insights about Jesus and The One: 1. The One is drawn to Jesus 2. Jesus loved being with The One 3. Some people isolate themselves from The One 4. Christ-followers must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Transformed

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 31, 2014
     | 8,462 views

    What is the most necessary thing if you are going to DISCIPLE Christians?

    BE TRANSFORMED TEXT: Romans 12:1-2 Today I am preaching from a text that I have used before. But I am preaching a message, coming from an angle… from which I have never looked at this passage before. In fact, it started out to be one sermon, but as I worked on it, as the Holy Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey Of A Dead Fish?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 6, 2016
     | 3,842 views

    We must learn to thrive on the battle field... Even a dead fish can swim down stream. Arise and dream.

    THE JOURNEY OF A DEAD FISH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ARE WE READY? DIFFICULT? PERILOUS TIMES ARE COMING? WHAT ARE WE READY FOR...? DO WE RELEAS THE WAR FARE WE ARE FACING? JESUS SETS THE BOYS DOWN AT THE MOUNT OF OLIVES OVER LOOKING THE TEMPLE... AND SOMEONE ASKS THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Grasping The Great Prize – Horse Race”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 5, 2020
     | 2,312 views

    The disciples jockey for #1. Just like in the Kentucky Derby. Jesus reminds them to be humble, trusting as a little child. People graspe for greatness... So did Adam and Eve,

    In Jesus Holy Name September 6, 2020 Text: Matthew 18:3,4,10 Pentecost XIV - Redeemer “Grasping the Great Prize – Horse Race” Yesterday was the Kentucky Derby. It was run at the wrong time of the year, few if any fans in the stand…no famous hats on display. No ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Be One Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 20, 2023
     | 2,086 views

    Wedding brings two individuals to the one accord with the understanding to love, forgive and move forward. The only commitment God expects till death. Young couples struggle in these days. Here is the strength for the newly married and young couples.

    Wedding Sermon Matthew 18:18-20 Greetings: The Lord is Good and His love endures forever!! I would like to share with you from the above passage about the importance of married life. Keep in your mind the below three thoughts. Be Together Believe together Become together 1. BE TOGETHER Marriage ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Three Events That Occur When One Becomes A Christian.

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jun 29, 2025
     | 423 views

    In order to become a Christian, a person must hear the gospel, believe in Christ, and receive the Holy Spirit—all of which happen together at the moment of genuine faith.

    “Three Events That Occur When One Becomes a Christian” “In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit,” (Ephesians 1:13) Today’s passage describes three things that happened in the lives of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism Into Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 770 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of belief, the significance of baptism, and the active role of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, unified in our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We have been called together to dive into the richness of His word, to find nourishment for our souls, and to strengthen ...read more

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    The Child That Lit Up The World

    Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,385 views

    If Jesus had never born, people believed there would be: 63% - less charity 61% - less kindness 59% - less personal happiness 58% - less tolerance 47% - more war (16% say less, 26% say the same)

    The Child That Lit Up The World John 1:1-9 Introduction: Newsweek Magazine conducted a poll asking some questions about Christ and His birth.* Here are some of the results: 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate 24% - believe the story of Christmas is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Imbalance

    Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,096 views

    We need God to bring divine imbalance to us so that we become more dependent upon Him and less on our comfort zone.

    Divine Imbalance Intro.: The church has managed, with all her knowledge and experience to paint herself into a corner. She as become a stereotype. Most churches have learned to function quite well without God. But don’t kid yourself, the world sees right through this situation. They see our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    I Settle For Being Less Than The Best Christian Because …

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,238 views

    And so the question I have to ask myself is why do I have to strive to be the best Christian I can be? Why can’t I just settle for just getting by in my Christian life?

    I settle for being less than the best Christian because … Hebrews 10:11-18 Introduction When I was a young boy growing up one of my favorite shows to watch on television was “ABC’s Wide World of Sports”. It came on every Saturday afternoon and the introduction went ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Martin avatar

    How To Become Financially Free Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Nov 26, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,740 views

    5 of 5 in the Series on Money

    (Prov. 22:7) "The borrower is servant to the lender..." Series: How To Escape Financial Bondage First message: "The love of money is the root of all evil". Our love for money steals away our love for God, and the things of God... If there ever was an item that steals our time from God... If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist