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    Maturity Equals Thankfulness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,021 views

    Explores maturing in Christ, understanding faith's strengthening role, and cultivating a life of continual thankfulness as guided by Paul's letter to the Colossians.

    Good morning, dear family in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred place, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to grow deeper in our understanding of His word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that will guide us, shape us, and ultimately ...read more

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    A Faith-Filled Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 900 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in Christ, emphasizing the journey of believing, becoming, and blossoming in God's love and blessings.

    Good morning, church. I am so glad to see each of you here today, as we gather together in fellowship to celebrate the glorious love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Your presence here is a testament to your faith, a faith that is like a mustard seed, small but mighty, capable of moving ...read more

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    What Keeps A Church From Growing?

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 12, 2000
    based on 65 ratings
     | 7,624 views

    Often we want to see church growth, but have we looked to see what we need to do to sustain growth?

    I have asked myself the question over the past two years, what is it that has kept the churches from having sustained growth, what has kept them from keeping pastors for any length of time, what is it that has such a vise over Northeastern Washington preventing the excitement and revival other ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    But Continue To Grow --- Development

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2022
     | 2,994 views

    Good healthy growth is not by accident. Good growth takes preparation and work. Ask the question: AM I GROWING OR STAYING THE SAME?

    BUT CONTINUE TO GROW… DEVELOPMENT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com IS OUR GROWTH CONTINUING OR ARE WE DYING? GROWTH: improve, increase, develop, mature, progressive development, MATURITY, AGE, SIZE, WEIGHT, HEIGHT. 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Path To Spiritual Victory Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
     | 10,093 views

    John had experienced adversity in life and great spiritual challenges. He realized that a close relationship with Christ and continued growth were vital for victorious living. Many lack growth due to spiritual immaturity. Growth is key for victory.

    The Path to Spiritual Victory 1 John 2: 12-17 The love and concern John has for the church is evident as we continue to read this epistle. He began by exalting Christ, reminding the believer of whom they have believed. He offered a challenge regarding our fellowship with the Lord and shared the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shine Brightly For Christ In The New Year

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 6, 2022
     | 3,118 views

    You see faith in Christ is the beginning of a journey of growth and development. Growth and development is not automatic. Growth and development are brought about by God’s power working in us both the desire and the ability to fulfil His purpose in our lives.

    Sermon: Shine Brightly for Christ In the New Year Philippians 2:12-16 “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. 13 For God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pushing The Rock?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 18,226 views

    PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE OF TROUBLE; PEACE IS THE PRESENCE OF GOD. GOD AND PEACE ABIDE IN THIS LIFE. There has to be more.

    PUSHING THE ROCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I wish I were a carpenter, they can work 8 hours, and as they pack up their tools they can see what they have done. A family member, teacher,a preacher and a minister may never see what they have accomplished. PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hammered Home

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on May 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,978 views

    This is a Monologue about how God grew John Mark into a mighty effective minister for the Lord

    HAMMERED HOME Acts 15:36-38; II Tim. 4:9-11 [John Mark] Background: 1. Read Scripture 2. Introduce the sermon by stating: “Imagine, if you would, a gathering of Roman believers. The time is A.D.63 or 64. Due to an increase ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Difference Conversion Should Make

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 6, 2012
     | 3,078 views

    “OUR ABILITY AND DESIRE TO VIEW OUR GOD, OURSELVES AND OTHERS DIFFERENTLY RESTS ON OUR ABILITY TO EMBRACE OUR PERSONAL ENCOUNTER WITH CHRIST.”

    THE DIFFERENCE CONVERSION SHOULD MAKE 2 CORINTHIANS 5:16-20 SO FROM NOW ON WE REGARD NO ONE FROM A WORLDLY POINT OF VIEW. THOUGH WE ONCE REGARDED CHRIST IN THIS WAY, WE DO SO NO LONGER. 17 THEREFORE, IF ANYONE IS IN CHRIST, HE IS A NEW CREATION; THE OLD HAS GONE, THE NEW HAS COME! 18 ALL THIS IS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Checkup For The Christian

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,652 views

    While we live on earth, temptation and sin will try to infect us like common disease. Only God and you know the true condition of your heart and your spiritual life. We are to examine ourselves or have regular checkups to monitor our spiritual health.

    Intro: Notice from the verse the word “examine.” Most of us go to the doctor AFTER getting sick. Some go to the doctor BEFORE getting real sick. Moreover, very few go to the doctor for regular checkups even when they are well. While we live on earth, temptation and sin will try to infect us ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Let The Church Crawl Preacher

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2012
     | 5,640 views

    A sermon for a deacon ordination based on Acts 6:1-7

    HoHum: In an energetic congregation the preacher get up one Sunday morning and said, "With God’s help we can see the day when this church will go from crawling to walking." The people responded enthusiastically, "Let the church walk, preacher, let the church walk." "And when the church begins ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Road Map To Holiness

    Contributed by Timothy Enns on Oct 4, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,205 views

    A "how to manual" for living out a life of holiness

    Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3 Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3 now that you have tasted that the Lord is good. Introduction: Imagine if ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Building A Life Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,216 views

    Building a life that will be pleasing to God

    Building A Life of Faith Hebrews 11:1-40 Scripture reading (1-3) I. The Mandate of Faith v. 6 What do you think it takes to please God? Some people think that the way you please God is through ritual, that you chant certain prayers, you do certain rituals over and over again, you light some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building A Life Of Commitment Series

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,108 views

    Growing in the area of commitment

    Building a Life of Commitment 2 Chronicles 16:9 Scripture reading (9) "9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect (fully committed) toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Purging Procrastination Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,702 views

    Procrastination is something that many of us struggle with. There’s something in your life you know you need to do, and yet you keep putting it off. That is called procrastination. Procrastination is a spiritual issue. The Bible says that procrastination

    Purging Procrastination Jonah 1:1-5, 17 A recent survey of Americans found that only 10% of Americans say they struggle with procrastination. Right! Of course 90% never got around to filling out the survey. Did you know there’s actually a Procrastinators Club of America? Formed more than 50 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist