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    Living In Christ- Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jun 2, 2006
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    In today’s text, Paul challenges followers of Jesus to “rejoice in the Lord” even when their surroundings are less than ideal.

    LIVING IN CHRIST- Part 4 (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 4 REJOICING IN CHRIST Philippians 4:4-13 June 2006 Introduction Three weeks ago we began a series of messages to explain the Biblical basis on what it means to give Christ a position of primary importance in our life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gain Or Greed? Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 8, 2013
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    Greed

    GAIN OR GREED? (1 TIMOTHY 6:6-10) An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom, or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. “Done! ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Money Matters PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
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    This sermon explores our attitudes towards wealth, challenging us to serve God over money, resist materialism's illusions, and maintain a balanced, godly perspective on finances.

    Good morning, church family. It's a joy to be sharing God's Word with you today. Our focus today is on the critical, yet often overlooked issue of wealth, money, and our attitude towards them. It's an issue that affects us all, regardless of our financial status. Whether we have much or little, our ...read more

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    Joys Of Christmas Series PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023
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    Explores the transformative power of the joy of salvation, its constancy despite circumstances, and its potential to influence those around us.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's wonderful to see each one of you here today, gathered in His name, ready to receive the Word and the joy that it brings. We are here to celebrate, to learn, to grow, and to be inspired by the timeless truths encapsulated in the Holy Scriptures. Today, we ...read more

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    Wanting, Having & Needing

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 7, 2003
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    Learning to want what we have in the Lord is important to our spiritual health.

    INTRODUCTION : Turn with me to the 23rd Psalm, probably the most recognized verse in all Christendom. Recite Psalm 23 from memory. TEXTUAL IDEA: It is a Psalm of David. The song of a king, the song of a shepherd, a song of desire and a song of trust. SERMON IDEA: I have labeled tonight’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    277 - Worry-Free Thanksliving

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Dec 27, 2003
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    How do we measure our life’s worth? Why worry?

    Opening Humor: Before a pastor began to preach one Sunday morning he thought he should explain why he had a Band-Aid on his chin. "As I was shaving this morning I was thinking about today’s sermon when I lost my concentration and accidentally cut my chin with the razor." He then went on to preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Against The Flow Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 24, 2012
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    Through caring conversations, devotions, service and rituals we nourish our faith and shine brightly in a world of darkness.

    Romans 8:31-39 “Against the Flow” INTRODUCTION For the past four weeks, we have talked about (what I like to call) wholistic stewardship. The proposition I have presented is that Biblical stewardship involves more than what we drop in the offering basket. Stewardship is more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Comparing Yourself To Others Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025
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    Comparison is a thief of joy and destiny. It keeps people bound in cycles of self-doubt, pride, or jealousy. The enemy loves when we are distracted by others instead of discovering our divine purpose.

    COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 10:12 "For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Give More "Presence" Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 15, 2013
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    How can we get back to celebrating Christmas with less of the stress and yet give even more meaningful gifts that will express our love in greater ways?

    Give more “Presence” Slide I want to ask you a question. What makes a good gift? Is it the amount of money that is spent on the gift? Does a good gift come from certain stores only with certain names on them? Is a good gift one that is completely practical? Is it exactly what was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knowing God's Fullness Of Joy (Know God, Know Joy)

    Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jun 28, 2018
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    In this world where many things we think are sources of joy in our lives, we sometimes mistakenly identify them as the true source of this great emotion. Let us look at God's Word what does it says about God's Fullness of Joy

    Knowing the Fullness of God’s Joy Text: Psalm 16:11 Intro: This Sunday is our 1st week that we are now having our monthly theme this July entitled “Know God, Know Joy”. As I was meditating our text this month found in Psalm 16:11, I can’t help but to ask God, what kind of joy does God wants us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Financial Instability And A Christian Family

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Feb 23, 2025
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    Financial instability is one of the most pressing challenges many families face today.

    "Trusting God in Times of Financial Instability: A Christian Family's Journey Matthew 6:25-34 "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Loves To Bless! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 22, 2021
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    God desires to bless every person!

    Next week we’ll start a new series on the Letters to Timothy. Today, let us finish the Book of Job; Please open your Bibles to Job 42… Last week we noted how God restored relationships with Job, Job’s friends, and his family! The Book of Job closes with blessings from the Lord! Read along with me ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Solomon - Wealth, Wisdom & A Worthless Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 5, 2013
    based on 15 ratings
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    Have you ever sought fulfillment in life from the things God has given rather than from God? Solomon had a great start, but then lost his first love and turned to things to find fulfillment, but found nothing but emptiness.

    Solomon – Wealth, Wisdom & a Worthless Life 1 Kings 9:1-9; 11:1-6 Slide Intro Good Evening/Morning. We are glad you are here and I am happy to once again be back up here preaching. I hope you were as blessed as I was from hearing from our elders and staff during July. We are so blessed as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Lessons For Dad, By Mom

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 19, 2004
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    Wise Solomon has some insight into what Moms want to see in a Dad and Husband.

    “Lessons For Dad, By Mom” Proverbs 15:13-23 INTRODUCTION: It’s Father’s Day! Sometimes it’s hard to figure out women! “Amen”, guys? Just when we think we’ve got them figured out, they surprise us with something new. A man comes home and his wife is in tears. “What’s the matter, honey?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Covetousness Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 30, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
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    The obvious sins of our hands we abhor, yet allow the obscure sins of our hearts. It is the obscure (hidden…internal sins of the heart) that I want to deal with the next several weeks. Most of us will not be overtaken by the deeds of our flesh, but

    SINS THE SAINTS HAVE SANITIZED (COVETOUSNESS) Sins The Saints Have Sanitized - you may not know what the word 'sanitized' means, but if you were to look up any reliable dictionary you would find a definition something like the following: to make more acceptable by the removing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist