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Radical Love Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 14, 2008

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Jesus provides us with an ideal prescription for what radical love requires and looks like. Through the Holy Spirit, He empowers us to live it. How will WE choose to respond?

RADICAL LOVE Third in Series: “Love In Action” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church July 13, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: As we continue to talk about “Love In Action,” it is important that we understand the tremendous differences between living love in motion, and going through the motions. For a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

What Does A Real Model Family Look Like?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

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God created us to belong to His family. • He created us for fellowship. • Fellowship and being part of the Family of God involves a choice. • You choose to belong.

Today I would like to look at families. • What does a real model family look like? • When you’re asked this question what comes to mind? 1. Leave it to Beaver (June and Ward) 2. Howard and Marian from (Happy Days) • What do you think about when it comes to a role model for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Things We Learn About God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 25, 2016

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God gives us the freedom to obey or disobey Him. When we choose our way, God does not abandon us. God directs the steps of those who delight in Him.

1 Sam 9:15-17 - THINGS WE LEARN ABOUT GOD We get to know more about God, in seeing the way He deals with His people Israel. God had a plan for Israel, but the people felt they know better. • 8:6 “Give us a king to lead us…” They wanted a king for all the wrong reasons, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Is Christ The True "Bread"?

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 19, 2006

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Do we really want to sustain our life -- filled with contentment and joy -- not just for forty, or eighty, or longer years, but even for for eternity?

“So they asked him, ‘What miraculous sign then will you give that we may see it and believe you? What will you do? Our forefathers ate the manna in the desert; as it is written: “He gave them bread from heaven to eat.”’ Jesus said to them, ‘I tell you the truth, it is not Moses who has given you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:30-34

Denomination: Baptist

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What A Time When All God's Children Get Together PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

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In the family of God, love is not optional but essential, and when we genuinely love each other as Jesus commanded, we experience unparalleled joy.

Good morning, family. As we gather here today, I'm reminded of a quote from Pope Francis, "We learn many virtues in our Christian families. Above all, we learn to love, asking nothing in return." Today, we're going to talk about God's incredible love for us and the joy that comes when we, as His ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Topics: Love, Family, God

Holiday Anxiety PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

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Encourages finding peace and joy amidst the holiday season's busyness, by focusing on God's promises and casting off anxiety through prayer and thanksgiving.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here, as we do each week, in fellowship and faith. We come together, in this sacred space, to share in the Word of God. Today, we turn to Philippians, the fourth chapter, verses six through eight. Let us hear the words of the Apostle Paul: "Do not be anxious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Topics: Anxiety, Holidays

Why We Share The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2022

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The greatest thing we can do as disciples is to be engaged in sharing the Gospel and the joy of our salvation with those who need to know Jesus for themselves.

Why we share the Gospel Jesus said: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) For many people evangelism does not come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, 1 John 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have Peace Of Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2025

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Trusting God with our worries brings deep peace; by focusing our thoughts on His truth, we find joy and steadiness even in difficult circumstances.

Some of us walked in today smiling on the outside while carrying a sack of worries on the inside. Bills, deadlines, strained conversations, the ache that won’t quit, the unknowns that sit on the porch of tomorrow and won’t stop knocking. If your thoughts have been racing and your heart has been ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Topics: Surrender, Jesus

Mothers Are Special

Contributed by Ron Hicks on May 19, 2007

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Why did Moses take the position that he did in choosing to suffer with God’s people rather than being identified with his step parents? It had to be through the influence of his mother.

Mothers Are Special ILL. Erma Bombeck wrote a column telling of God in the act of creating mothers. She wrote that on the day God created mothers He had already worked long overtime. And an angel said to Him, "Lord, you sure are spending a lot of time on this one." The Lord turned & said, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are You Smiling About?

Contributed by Edward Frey on Dec 11, 2001

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Our Lord’s coming gives us a real reason to smile; the joy he brings lasts forever.

Christmas is almost here! Only two more weeks and the whole ordeal will be over for another year! I actually heard someone say that on the radio the other day. Sadly, he’s right. For a lot of people Christmas isn’t a time of happiness, but a time of frustration; it’s not a time for joy, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 26, 2002

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Two attitudes displayed in two sons, that kept each of them from receiving the joy God intended for them.

In 1884 a young man died, and after the funeral his grieving parents decided to establish a memorial to him. With that in mind they met with Charles Eliot, president of Harvard University. Eliot received the unpretentious couple into his office and asked what he could do. After they expressed their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:11-15

Denomination: Other

Jesus Heals A Blind Man Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Feb 20, 2002

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When God has truly touch your life, do not let anyone rob you of your joy.

Introduction: God’s purposes for us often go much deeper than what we may see for the moment. Suffering can be used as a God-given opportunity to demonstrate the glory of God in our lives. In the case of the blind man, God’s purpose was for his work to be "displayed" in this man’s life. In this ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41, John 9:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessing Of Repentance

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001

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The church has become quick to judge others and slow to repent. Without repentance there is no freedom, no joy, no forgiveness, no blessing.

The Blessing of Repentance INTRODUCTION  During His earthly ministry, who were the people Jesus was angry with? – ‘religious’ people  They were so quick to point out everyone else’s faults but slow to examine themselves  Yet, even today the church has become quick to judge ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11, Acts 3:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bitten By A Snake

Contributed by James Childers on Nov 15, 2000

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Spiritual snakes that take the joy and happiness of serving the Lord away from us when we are bitten by them

BITTEN BY A SNAKE--NUMBERE 21:1-9 Introduction: Snakes or Serpents are mentioned at least 53 times in the scriptures. Bitten by a snake-what a horrible way to die. It is uncertain as to why these snakes was called "firey." Perhaps it was because of their colors or perhaps it was because of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:1-9

Denomination: *other

Heart For The Lost

Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 4, 2003

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What Jesus taught about how people get lost, how they are restored, and the joy that comes from restoration.

A Heart for the Lost Rev. Sean Lester December 7, 2003 morning service Text: Luke 15:1-24 Introduction A. There was an attitude of disdain among the religious faithful toward those who were crowding around Jesus in the city of Jerusalem. An attitude not unlike how people who have been faithful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

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