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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    United For God’s Glory Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,838 views

    God uses all kinds of people to do His work. You have a place in His church and your contribution is valuable. With such diversity in the team, it is senseless to compete and compare; we are called to cooperate. We serve to glorify God, He alone is our

    What we learn last week: ?What God originates, He orchestrates. ?Expect challenges when doing God’s will. ?Don’t fear difficulties. Choose to look at them with eyes of faith, and not fear. Last Tuesday, I read these words from Bill Hybels?The Power of a Whisper (p.110-111): “Don’t ever buy into ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Dealing With Distractions Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003
    based on 275 ratings
     | 107,680 views

    Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? It takes tenacity to finish what we start because there are always so many competing distractions.

    Dealing with Distractions Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? It takes tenacity to finish what we start because there are always so many competing distractions. One thing that clearly emerges from our study in the Book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Smith avatar

    I Do Not Box As One Punching The Air!

    Contributed by David Smith on Mar 1, 2012
     | 8,746 views

    Do you not know that in a race the runners all compete, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win it. 25Athletes exercise self-control in all things; they do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable one.

    Do you not know that in a race the runners all compete, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win it. 25Athletes exercise self-control in all things; they do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable one. 26So I do not run aimlessly, nor do I box as though ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Scott Maze avatar

    Take Me To Heaven Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 3,801 views

    You cannot be disappointed by what God has in store for His people. The engine of your imagination cannot compete with what heaven actually is. You can never think it will be better than it actually is. Are you ready to enjoy just that?

    This morning I want to talk about a time when faith gives way to sight & where hope gives way to bliss. I want to show you the Bible’s view of life’s sequel for those who know Christ. I wanted to do a little follow-up to Easter & the resurrection with this short series. The Bible tells us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Hans Krause avatar

    The Rejected God

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 22, 2018
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    We can call ourselves Christians, go to church, give our tithes, etc. and yet have rejected God effectively. The picture Jeremiah gives of life in Judah comes close to life in the Christian West, with several gods competing for our loyalty.

    [Sermon preached on 4 March 2018, 3rd Sunday in Lent / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] It is so endearing at times to see little children in a big supermarket or shopping mall. They come in with mom or dad, but as soon as they see something interesting—toys, candies, pets, or anything else that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    How Should Fathers Raise Their Children Rightly?

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jun 15, 2023
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    Raising children today is more complicated, not only because they live in an era of modern technology or a digital era in which everything is computerized, but because we compete with the world of entertainment, public schools, and even governments who have and propagate values different from ours.

    Raising children today is more complicated, not only because they live in an era of modern technology or a digital era in which everything is computerized, but because we compete with the world of entertainment, public schools, and even governments who have and propagate values different from ours. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tested & Approved In Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2025
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    The Christian’s life is similar to the Olympic Games where we are all competing to win the approval of God. Some Christian's behavior is NOT approved, most are told to work toward God's approval, and some are said to be approved while still on earth.

    TESTED & APPROVED IN CHRIST 2 Tim. 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man named Bubba had a stray dog that kept showing up at his door. His wife said, “Bubba, you need to take him out in the woods and drop him off.” He did, but when he got to the house, the dog was standing on the doorstep. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Gaston avatar

    Spiritual Growth Or Bust

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2016
     | 6,785 views

    Spiritual growth is not optional. Jesus never criticized too much faith, but too little. Sin is increasing; to compete we must increase. Our area of activity (evangelism) should be increasing! "Your faith is growing more and more!" 2 Th. 1:3. Let's grow!

    “SPIRITUAL GROWTH OR BUST” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I had a wedding last week & one this week, so a little wedding humor seems in order. 2. It was the day Victoria had been waiting for – her wedding day. Her father was a wealthy businessman. 3. At the culmination of the wedding, her father ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Memory Strings And Purse Strings

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 21, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,555 views

    We remember what matters to us. God asks us to remember what He has done for us, but our attachment to money competes with that memory. We need to remember what God has done among us and that His mission is for all to experience it. That will loosen ou

    Memory is a very tricky thing. You never know what you will remember and what you will forget. The other day one of my friends told me if he is in a group and he is asked to introduce the members of the group, by the time he gets halfway around the room he is forgetting the names of people he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    An Extraordinary Man

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 14, 2024
     | 569 views

    We meet many ordinary people regularly, but extraordinary people do not appear as often. Leaders who are competent to lead and able to do what they say are rare. When one is recognized, normally good honest people flock to see them; meet them; seek to find out all they can about them.

    If you heard about or met an extraordinary man, would you be intrigued to hear more about him or desire to meet him? I’m certain many ladies have; you probably married him! We meet many ordinary people regularly, but extraordinary people do not appear as often. Leaders who are competent to lead and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The New Commandment Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 22, 2022
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,683 views

    The New Testament repeatedly tells us to "love one another," but why bother? Why do I constantly need to be reminded?

    A woman once told of her experience as a Church secretary. When she answered the phone she’d say, “Jesus loves you, Sharon speaking. How may I help you?” But one day she got distracted because she was talking to others in the office. When the phone rang she answered: “Sharon loves you, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Speak Lord—what Happens When He Whispers?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 13, 2022
     | 3,261 views

    Maybe you've listened to the voice of criticism so long you can't believe anything else about yourself. Or maybe it's the enemies voice of condemnation that speaks lies about who you really are. his I know—If you don't silence those competing voices...

    Speak Lord—What happens when He whispers? 1 Samuel 3:1-10AMP Two Texans went to Minnesota one winter to do some ice fishing. After setting up their tent, they pulled the cord on their chainsaw to cut a hole in the ice. Then they heard a mysterious voice from above saying, “there are no fish under ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Paul's Charge To Timothy Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 6, 2016
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,304 views

    This lesson deals with Paul's charge to Timothy to remember the things that he had heard of Paul among many witnesses, and to commit them to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. This lesson silences the notion of evangelistic oversight.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Character: Things Thou Hast Heard 2. Commit: Thou to Faithful Men 3. Competent: Who Shall Teach Others Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: "Paul's charge to Timothy." The beloved apostle Paul instructs his son Timothy: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Troy Mueller avatar

    What Kind Of Father Is God?

    Contributed by Troy Mueller on Jun 17, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,217 views

    Father's Day sermon June 2016

    What Kind Of Father Is God? Topical Intro – So, today is Father’s Day – a day dedicated to acknowledging, honoring and being thankful for our earthly fathers. Considering that this is the purpose of the day – I would like for you to take a minute and think about your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Choices Part 2: Choose Victory Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 11, 2016
     | 7,187 views

    Part two of this series focuses on the difference between having success and having victory.

    Choices – Part 2 Choose Victory Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; 15:57; Ecclesiastes 9:11 Introduction This is part two of my series “Choices” and I’ve titled this message “Choose Victory.” In part one I shared with you an overview of 1 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational