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Christ At The Center Of Our Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

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God has uniquely created and called each person to serve others, turning ordinary moments into purposeful opportunities to reflect His love and grace.

Some mornings the mirror asks more questions than it answers. You brush your teeth, pour the coffee, scroll the headlines, and somewhere between the toast and the traffic you whisper, “Lord, why am I here? What do You want with a Tuesday like this?” If that’s you, you’re in good company today. God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Ephesians 2:10, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 8:28

Topics: Christ-Centered, Purpose, Discipleship

When C Is Not Average PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

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God sees and values our hearts over outward appearances, choosing and loving the overlooked and ordinary to accomplish extraordinary purposes through His grace.

Maybe you walked in today carrying the sting of being overlooked. You’ve watched others get the nod, the promotion, the platform, while you’ve kept the sheep, cleaned the messes, showed up in quiet faithfulness where no one was clapping. If that’s you, take heart. Our God loves to surprise us. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Topics: God's Choice, Divine Selection

Guard The Ground PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

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True victory comes by honestly bringing our struggles to God, trusting His gospel, resisting the enemy, and standing firm through prayer and God’s strength.

Friends, some of us arrived today with a tired soul and a brave smile. Others carry questions that keep you awake, temptations that tug at you, and memories that whisper shame. You are not strange, and you are not alone. The God who made you also sees you, loves you, and is not intimidated by what ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25, Ephesians 4:27, Ephesians 6:10-12, Romans 1:16, Romans 6:23 (view more) (view less)

Topics: Spiritual Warfare, No Footholds, Guard Ground

Remain In Christ

Contributed by John Herrmann on Oct 25, 2002

based on 31 ratings

| 13,083 views

With things changing about us faster than we can imagine, we can remain the same --- strong and steady in Christ.

Remain In Christ John 8:31-36 In our elementary school chapel service last Sunday, I noted how attentive all the kids were when the object for the children’s message was a pumpkin. There is something about pumpkins that grabs our attention and keeps it. My wife suggests it’s because it only ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Be A Godly Father

Contributed by Royce Hendry on May 24, 2001

based on 367 ratings

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How to be a Godly father in an ungodly world.

HOW TO BE A GODLY FATHER IN AN UNGODLY WORLD GENESIS 5:21-24 Also read Heb.11:5-6 & Jude 14-15. INTRO: Get the picture. It is an extremely hot day in a major desert city. The city bus is crowded. The people are tired and miserable. Suddenly, a young man begins cursing. It’s one cuss word after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Not Every Father Has The Ability To Love Like Christ

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 13, 2001

based on 56 ratings

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FATHERS DAY IS EVERYDAY TO THE TRUE FATHER, WHO IS GOD THE FATHER, GOD THE SON AND GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT WHO ALL LIVES IN US, CREATING A TRUE FATHERLY PERSONA, ACTIONS AND MOST OF ALL LOVE.

TEXT JOHN 15:17 THESE THINGS I COMMAND YOU, THAT YE LOVE ONE ANOTHER WHEN YOU BEHOLD THESE SCRIPTURES, YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND THAT THIS COMMANDMENT IS UNTO THE INNER CIRCLE AS WELL AS THE OUTSIDE, THEREFORE, IT WOULD BE FAIR TO SAY THAT THIS COMMANDMENT IS A TWO FOLD COMMANDMENT PRESCRIBED TO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Daily Bread Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 15, 2001

based on 144 ratings

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The part of the Lord’s Prayer that reminds us of our daily dependence on God.

A Study of the Lord’s Prayer Lesson # 5 “Our Daily Bread” Matthew 6:11 “In this manner, therefore, pray. Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. (10) Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctity Of Life Today, Tommorow, And Yesterday

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Jan 20, 2001

based on 97 ratings

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Where do we stand as a Nation Spiritually? If we think that it is not our concern to care for those who cannot care for themselves, we must remember the past, look at the present, and plan for the future.

First Baptist Church 545 South Main Jellico, Tennessee. 37762 Pastor: Michael Blankenship Web Address: www.jfb.faithsite.com/default.asp Sunday Morning 1-21-2001 Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. As we swore in a new president yesterday, amidst the fanfare and rejoicing by many conservative minds, I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

What Should We Think About Abortion? Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 29, 2001

based on 144 ratings

| 4,716 views

A reflection on current trends in abortion and what a Christian should know from Scripture.

WHAT SHOULD WE THINK ABOUT ABORTION? QUESTION: What is your standard for right and wrong? OPENING ILLUSTRATION… Bush Blocks U.S. Abortion Aid By SANDRA SOBIERAJ, Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - On Monday’s anniversary of the Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion, President Bush ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 21:22-25, Job 10:8-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Samson's Marvelous Riddle

Contributed by Charles Holt on Nov 3, 2000

based on 112 ratings

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Samson’s wedding riddle was born out of conflict teaching important life lessons.

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com SAMSON’S MARVELOUS RIDDLE Judges 14:1-18 Samson’s quick wit and prankish nature unexpectedly yield a gem of stunning insight. It is a masterpiece of encouragement and hope for times when life gets crazy, seemingly out of control; when one is fighting to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are We Here For?

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Dec 5, 2000

based on 111 ratings

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Sermon on why we come to church

WHY ARE WE HERE?? I. Introduction - A. The Perfect Church I think that I shall never see a Church that’s all it ought to be A Church whose members never stray Beyond the Strait and Narrow Way: A church that has no empty pews Whose Pastor never has the blues A church whose ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Our God Is King

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Sep 14, 2001

based on 66 ratings

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A special sermon for the Sept. 11 tragedy.

OUR GOD IS KING! By Gordan Runyan Text: Psalm 11 Summary statement: A politically incorrect look at the God who hates sin and promises to deal with it. -------------------------------------------------------- Years ago, a Christian friend introduced me to a device that allows one to read the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Supergod And Superman Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

based on 15 ratings

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A SUPERGOD MAKES HIS ANOINTED VICTORIOUS LIKE A SUPERMAN

BIG IDEA: A SUPERGOD MAKES HIS ANOINTED VICTORIOUS LIKE A SUPERMAN (:1-3) INTRODUCTION: LOVE THE ROCK OF SALVATION A. Relationship: Love the Lord – Why? “my strength” “my rock” “my fortress” “my deliverer” “the one in whom I take refuge” “my shield” “the horn of my salvation” “my stronghold” B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doorways To Evangelism

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 11, 2001

based on 71 ratings

| 3,954 views

Have we explored every possible way we can use the doorways of our church buildings to give the unchurced and unsaved access to Jesus Christ?

DESPITE LIVING UNDER THE TEACHING OF JESUS CHRIST FOR NEARLY THREE YEARS THE DISCIPLES ARE NOW HUDDLED TOGETHER BEHIND CLOSED DOORS IN UTTER CONFUSION. WHY? JESUS HAD DIED ON THE CROSS AND THEN BURIED, BUT REPORTS STARTED TO SURFACE THAT JESUS HAD BEEN SEEN ALIVE OUTSIDE THE TOMB. UNFORTUNATELY, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Widow's "Might"

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 26, 2002

based on 344 ratings

| 30,366 views

Have you ever been totally dependant upon God? The lesson of the widow is that "importunity equals opportunity". Learn what it is that really impresses God!

THE WIDOW’S “MIGHT” Mark 12: 41-44 It is a mild Sabbath morning in the Palestinian City of Jerusalem. The sun has not yet risen to full strength, and yet people are already lined up all the way down the dusty road which leads to the Holy Temple. Smoke is in the air because of the animals ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

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