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Are Sinners More Successful Than Godly People?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 24, 2025

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Sinners may appear to succeed, but it is a shadow without substance. Their end is sorrow unless they repent. The godly may seem to struggle now, but they are building an eternal reward that cannot be taken away.

ARE SINNERS MORE SUCCESSFUL THAN GODLY PEOPLE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 73:1-17 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 12:1-3, Job 21:7-15, Malachi 3:13-18, Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 6:33 INTRODUCTION: Throughout history, one puzzling question believers have asked is why the ungodly seem to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mark Of A Methodist

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 12, 2025

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A sermon about Jesus' command to love.

The Mark of a Methodist John 13:31-35 I think it’s safe to say that this is the simplest, clearest and most difficult command of all. Perhaps more than any other single passage in the New Testament, this one should cause us to rise up out of our seats, run out of this building and never come ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Our Banner Against Fear. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 3, 2025

based on 2 ratings

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My strength is in the LORD.

OUR BANNER AGAINST FEAR. Psalm 27:1-4, Psalm 27:13-14. It is a wonderful and profound statement: “The LORD is my light and my salvation.” It is a challenging and liberating truth: “Of whom then shall I be afraid?” Yet we must be careful not to gloss over this personal message, nor to imagine ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-4, Psalm 27:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Uncompromising Faith In A Compromising World

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 30, 2023

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The stories of Daniel and his friends in the Bible show us how to live an uncompromising faith in a compromising world. They refused to compromise their beliefs, even when faced with death, and they were ultimately rewarded for their faithfulness.

Introduction: Dear Brothers and Sisters. As we gather today, I want to take a moment to invite you to journey back in time, to a world much different from our own, yet one that bears striking similarities to our current day. The Bible recounts the stories of individuals who stood unflinchingly ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-21, Daniel 3:8-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coming Down From The Mountain

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 27, 2003

based on 84 ratings

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There are times in our lives when we are at the peak of joy when we do not want the moment to end. There are other times when we do not feel as though we will make to the journey’s end because of being on the verge of burning out.

COMING DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN Text: Mark 9: 2-9 One of my favorite places in all of the United States is at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina. Any one who has ever been to Lake Junaluska will know what I am talking about. Many ministers dream of having a retirement home there. It is indeed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Before The Children Went Away

Contributed by Terry Tuley on Nov 21, 2000

based on 81 ratings

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A sermon on the importance of families living for Christ

“Before The Children Went Away” ( Job 29:1-5) There is no one in the Bible that can so touch the heart of compassion than God’s servant Job. In one fell stroke of providence, Job was robbed of everything he had in life. Let me take you on a journey down to the Uz mortuary. There is a receiving ...read more

Scripture: Job 29:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Asa's 50-Word Prayer

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

based on 91 ratings

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Asa's one verse prayer consisting of 50 words teaches us valuable lessons about proper prayer.

“Asa’s 50-Word Prayer” 2 Chronicles 14:2-12 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text - 2 Chron. 14:2-12 B. When we are overwhelmed by circumstances, and there seems no way out, what should we do? C. In our text we learn about “Asa’s Prayer” during just such a time. D. Asa was the 3rd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:2-12, 2 Chronicles 16:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

7 Easter A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 9, 2002

based on 60 ratings

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The question writers and movie producers have asked over and over again is, "What is the meaning of life?" Jesus tells us "this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent."

7 Easter A John 17:1-11 12 May 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen In Act 5 scene 5 of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the character Macbeth has heard that the queen is dead and he knows his own death is imminent. At this time he delivers his famous soliloquy: Tomorrow, and tomorrow and tomorrow creeps in this petty ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Abc's Of Giving: Attitude - Why I Give Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 15, 2002

based on 655 ratings

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Stewardship isn’t about money... and it isn’t about ministry. Well, then what is stewardship all about?

The following sermon was used in conjunction with the book "Take God at His Word, Book 2: Expect a Harvest" written by Dr. Kregg Hood, Sweet Publishing (5750 Stratum Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76137) Dr. Hood has an excellent packet to go with this sermon series that would be well worth your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does It Mean To Be Lost

Contributed by David Carter on Feb 21, 2001

based on 97 ratings

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What does it mean to be lost

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE LOST Text: Luke 19:10 "For The Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost." What do you think about when you think about the word, Lost? Maybe you think of being lost yourself. Have you ever been lost? I remember one time when I was a little boy my mother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gambling With The Cross

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

based on 205 ratings

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Far too many people are playing around the edge of faith and gambling with the cross

Gambling with the Cross Luke 23:26-43 Good Friday Service April 10, 1998 Introduction I. Poem by George MacLeod A. We have come to commemorate the crucifixion: We need to put this event into perspective, focus needs to be on content not cosmetics - we want to look good, focus on christ rather than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Funeral - Jars Of Clay

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

based on 685 ratings

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There is a spiritual gift in the life of those who die in the Lord.

Jars of Clay Dying, Christ destroyed our death. Rising, Christ restored our life. Christ will come again in glory. Here and now, dear friends, we are God’s children. What we shall be has not been revealed, But we know when he appears we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. Those who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

Always Give Thanks

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 18, 2001

based on 39 ratings

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In a time of war and acts of terrorism, is it appropriate time to give thanks? I believe everyday of our lives is a time to give thanks.

Always Give Thanks  This week our nation gives thanks for all our bountiful blessings  This year, some will find it hard to give thank in the midst of such tragedies  In a time of war and acts of terrorism, some would say that it is not a time to give thanks  But I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where's The Light?

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001

based on 190 ratings

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A sermon comparing light and darkness.(This sermon was preached in the dark with a spotlight.)

WHERE’S THE LIGHT? JOHN 3:16-21 {Start sermon with all lights out.} Introduction: 1. We are living in a time when this is the results we are seeing: a. Over 1 million abortions a year. b. 100 million children are homeless. c. 1 million victims- of whom are mainly women and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Advent - God's Judder Bar.

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 18, 2002

based on 50 ratings

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A sermon that considers how Advent is a time of preparation for the Christian.

There is a tarsealed road at East Gore that leads to the river. Along this road are a series of deliberately built bumps like judder bars. They have been put there to restrain the young people who like to race along that road. The concern is to slow them down and to prepare them for entering East ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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