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    Learning To Listen PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
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     | 752 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, the fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus, and the importance of praising God for His unwavering faithfulness.

    Good morning, dear family of God. We are gathered here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters, united by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom that He has graciously bestowed upon us through His holy Word. ...read more

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    No Limits With God On Your Side PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,161 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of a Christ-centered life, enabling believers to overcome challenges and reach greater heights through divine strength.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family, to another blessed gathering in the house of the Lord. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the bonds of faith and the common pursuit of understanding God's Word. As we gather in fellowship, let us remember the words of the ...read more

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    The Greatest Commandment PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 3, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 793 views

    Emphasizes the importance of loving God with all our heart, soul, and strength as the essence of our faith and response to His love.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here in fellowship, in the house of our Lord? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has drawn us together to share in His word and His presence. Today, we are ...read more

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    The Spiritual Wisdom Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,202 views

    This sermon explores the nature of divine wisdom, how to discern it, and the importance of developing a Christ-like mindset to fully comprehend it. Key

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather to bask in the warmth of God's love, to seek His wisdom, and to align our hearts and minds with His divine purpose. We are here to immerse ourselves in the Word of God, to draw from its wellspring of wisdom and to allow its truths to ...read more

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    Evaluating Your Spiritual Growth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,151 views

    Explores the concept of spiritual maturity, emphasizing its essence in living out God's word rather than merely performing religious rituals.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed day in the house of our Lord. It's always a joy to gather together in His name, to be nourished by His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His unending love for us. Today, we gather to ponder some profound truths that will challenge us, inspire us, ...read more

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    The Importance Of Knowing Biblical Truth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,108 views

    This sermon explores the importance of Scripture as God's breathed truth, guiding believers in righteousness and equipping them for good works.

    Welcome, beloved family of faith, to this gathering where the Word of God is our compass, our guide, and our light. It's in these shared moments, where we lean into the wisdom of the scriptures, that we find our strength, our purpose, and our truth. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

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    Come And See PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,150 views

    Explores the transformative power of faith, using the Gospel of John to illustrate how skepticism can lead to discovery and growth in belief.

    Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joyous occasion to gather in this sacred sanctuary today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to partake in a feast of faith, a banquet of belief, a communion of conviction. It is always a privilege to share the Word of God ...read more

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    Our Provider And The One Who Forgives PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 719 views

    Explores God's role as our provider, the grace in His forgiveness, and our duty to forgive others as a reflection of His teachings.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we bask in the warmth of God's love, where we find solace in His comforting embrace, and where we seek wisdom from His sacred word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a passage of scripture that, like a beacon in the storm, guides our way ...read more

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    Fighting Fear With Faith In God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 866 views

    Explores how to face fear with faith, standing firm in God's presence, and finding strength and peace in His promises.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. Isn't it a joy to be here today, gathered together in the house of the Lord, ready to immerse ourselves in His word and wisdom? Today, we find ourselves on the cusp of an enlightening discourse, a discourse that will shed light on the profound depths of the book ...read more

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    It's Already Done PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,337 views

    Explores God's divine plan of salvation, emphasizing the depth of His love, the purpose of His plan, and the power of His works.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of believers, united by faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. It's wonderful to see each one of you here today, bringing with you the light of the Holy Spirit, ready to share and receive the Word of God. We are here to celebrate the ...read more

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    It's A Good Thing You Know Who's Calling You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 862 views

    This sermon explores God's call to service, using Samuel's story to inspire us to respond willingly and become soul winners for God's kingdom.

    Good morning, dear friends. It is indeed a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence, and to learn from His Word. Today, we have the privilege of turning our hearts and minds to the book of 1 Samuel, specifically chapter three, verses one through ten. This passage, my ...read more

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    The Gift Of The Law 030324 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 674 views

    Explores the call to reject personal idols, serve God alone, and embrace His liberating love as revealed through Scripture.

    Good morning, dear family of God. I feel a warmth in my heart as I stand here before you today, looking at the sea of familiar faces eager to discover more about the infinite love of our Lord. We are gathered here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Today, we find ourselves standing on ...read more

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    It's Not About A Christmas Tree

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 15, 2025
     | 591 views

    Jeremiah 10:3-4 deals with the practice of idol worship, specifically the worship of Asherah the fertility goddess and how they would cut a tree down and carve it into a pole called and Asherah pole and adorn gold and silver and fasten it to the floor, turn it into an altar and worship it.

    “It’s Not About a Christmas Tree” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: - Jeremiah 10:3-4 “For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe. They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The Wisest Investments

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Jan 6, 2026
     | 88 views

    No one would want to come to the end of their life knowing that they had wasted their time and energy and that their live were not fruitful. Jesus confronts us to rethink our priorities and not waste our opportunities to invest in that which really matters.

    Last week, we talked about what we wrap our hopes around. This week, we turn our attention to another foundational question: What are the wisest investments we can make for the future? Not just financial—but spiritual, relational, and eternal investments. Let’s read Matthew 6:19–24 19 “Do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do I Love God? Do I Believe In God’s Word?

    Contributed by Robert Webb on Jan 26, 2026
     | 121 views

    If we love God what would be our response to those who don’t think like I do, don’t look like I do, don’t feel like I do? Do I miss God in someone because I’m looking for myself in them?

    Do I love God? Do I believe in God’s Word? YES absolutely! Isn’t that what most of us say or would say if asked that important question? If we love God what would be our response to those who don’t think like I do, don’t look like I do, don’t feel like I do? Do I notice God in others that have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ