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  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    How To Be A Saint

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 23, 2019
     | 3,979 views

    THIS IS A NEW YEAR'S DAY MESSAGE AND A COMMUNION SERVICE MESSAGE. IT LAYS DOWN A CHALLENGE FOR THE NEW YEAR.

    HOW TO BE A SAINT PHILIPPIANS 1:1-11 TODAY IS THE FIRST SERVICE FOR 2019 AND IT IS FITTING THAT IT INVOLVES A COMMUNION SERVICE. A QUESTION THAT IS OFTEN ASKED THOUGH IS WHO CAN TAKE PART IN IT? NOT ALL BAPTISTS HAVE THE SAME STANDARDS AS TO WHO MAY TAKE PART IN COMMUNION. SOME FOLLOW WHAT IS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ And His Teachings Never Change

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
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     | 6,772 views

    We face troubling times, not the least of which is the challenge of raising our children as Christians in a world crazed by hedonism, secularism and lack of moral and ethical moorings. There is stability to be found in Jesus.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) In Hebrews 13:8, we read, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” This is one of the most powerful verses in all the Scriptures, and one that most ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Favor

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Oct 21, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,336 views

    Isaiah 53 1Who hath believed our report? And to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? The Doctor says, “You are going to die.” Isaiah 53:5 ….and with his stripes we are healed. The enemy says, “I will destroy you.” Isaiah 54: 17No weapon that is formed

    THE FAVOR OF GOD – Challenging the circumstances Proverbs 8: 35 For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Joseph He began with favor from his father from a young age. He found himself thrown in a pit. Then sold to the Midianites – Strife. Then to Potifhar ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go Church!

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 30, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,997 views

    We have a job to do as God's people. Today we face challenges that remind us that this is serious business.

    Matthew 16:13-20 Jesus promised to build His church. He promised that the gates of Hades would not be able to stand against His church. He built His church on rock. Ray Vanderlaan’s video series: That The World May Know, has an section on this passage in Matthew 16 where he gathers with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Amazed

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2021
     | 2,089 views

    You might be astonished and amazed at what God has done in your life.

    Amazed – Mark 6: 1 - 13 Intro: Any person who has been a public speaker or a public-school teacher knows about how people “listen.” Actually, there are types or degrees of non-listeners: wide-eyed, staring-into-space / looking at the floor / arms crossed and head down / close-minded / no-clue ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Time To Be Full Time Christians

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Mar 18, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,961 views

    A sermon considering the price of discipleship, and challenging people to action. I borrowed the Illustration at the beginning of my sermon from Revd. Martin Dale sermon in 2006 with thanks :)

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. 26 Christians were crucified at Niz-hiz-aka Hill in Nagasaki, Japan on the 15 February 1597, amongst them was a young seventeen year old boy, Thomas Kosaki, who had been sentenced to die for his Christian witness - along with his father. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
     | 2,180 views

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Which Branch Do You Want To Be?

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Apr 28, 2021
     | 4,263 views

    As we think about Jesus being The Vine, this sermon challenges us to think about our relationship with Christ and how we move into closer relationship through our lives.

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. One thing that I am not is green-fingered, I know how to mow a lawn, and how to pull up weeds, although if I’m being honest they are more likely to be flowers, and I know that roses should be pruned. I don’t know why this is the case, I just ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A House Divided?

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jun 2, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,136 views

    A look at the challenges that Jesus lays down in this passage, and how it speaks to us here and now, and how we need to stay strong and united for the road ahead

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. At the end of a busy day, after we have had tea, and Mikki has gone to bed, I will often crash on the sofa and watch a film, but more often than not it has to be a film that grabs me straight away otherwise I can get bored if it takes too long ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Will You Come And Follow Me?

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jan 8, 2021
     | 4,457 views

    As we think about the calling of Nathaniel, we reflect on some of the symbology of the scripture, and think about how we are called to discipleship ourselves.

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Hymns can be subjective, depending on who is listening to them, someone may think that a particular hymn is beautifully written, and someone else may feel that its dreadful. Choosing Hymns for worship is a minefield, will the congregation know ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Are You Ready To Bear Your Cross

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Sep 8, 2021
     | 3,527 views

    This sermon provokes us into thinking about how we bear our cross, and whether we live in the world or not of it, drawing on some of St Pauls teachings to the early churches

    In the name of the Father, son and Holy Spirit. Amen. There is a story told of a man who was struggling to carry his cross, he complained and moaned at anyone that he came in contact with. Eventually the Lord heard his complaints and paid him a visit. My son, I have heard your pain, and I want ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,107 views

    why and can we be strong and courageous today in america?

    After much thought and prayers, I have decided to do messages from the Book of Joshua. As we face challenges in America these days, there is much to learn and apply from Joshua. What do you know about Joshua as he hung out with Moses?? Exodus 17 – a warrior Numbers 11 – Moses’ aide since ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Trusting God

    Contributed by Isaac Magsino on May 28, 2020
     | 7,719 views

    It is easy to say I TRUST GOD in a general sense - when life seems so good and our expectation for our life is high. But what about when life is on the rough times? When our perspective is on the verge of collapsing? Question to think about: How do you enjoy the Faith you have in God?

    TRUSTING God I Corinthians 13:13 May 31, 2020 Intro: Focus: Identify clearly on how to TRUST God I. TRUST God with Your Faith It is easy to say I TRUST GOD in a general sense - when life seems so good and our expectation for our life is high. But what about when life is on the rough times? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Impenetrable? It Is Time To Take Jericho!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 25, 2020
     | 6,297 views

    God has made promises to us. What is hindering God's people from staking their claims? There is a great challenge for the church to arise. Jericho was the hardest enemy to face. God said LET US START here and build God confidence and create fear in the enemy.

    IMPENETRABLE? IT IS TIME TO TAKE YOUR JERICHO! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com God has promises for us. What hinders us from staking our claims? There is a great challenge before us. Victory can be ours, according to your faith? Text: Matthew 9:29 Then touched he their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Are We Offended? - Sermon For Proper 15 - Year A

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 13, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,515 views

    Looking at why the Pharisees were offended, and how the woman who was likened to a dog wasn't. Then thinking about why we are offended by the things of the world.

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy spirit. Amen. Over the past few weeks we have spoken about the positive aspects of being sown and planting seed within life, and as I read this week’s Gospel, I wanted to just think about one other aspect, one which perhaps we don’t often like to consider, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican