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    Finding Strength In Praise SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,089 views

    The power of praising God is always effective, but it becomes even more powerful when we praise Him in times of confusion and uncertainty.

    Have you ever found yourself in a situation where praising God just doesn't seem to make any sense? Life is filled with problems, hardships, and pain. Even the most righteous individuals in the Bible faced their fair share of challenges. David, a great man of God and king of Israel, endured much ...read more

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    Chasing After ...fame Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,586 views

    We chase after meaning in the same idols that the Teacher of Ecclesiastes did. Ultimately he found no satisfaction in acclaim & recognition ...nor will we.

    American Idols: Contestant #2- "Star Wannabe" Ecclesiastes 1:11 We are continuing our quest to discover America’s #1 ‘Idol’ tonight! If you were here last week, you’ll remember that we interviewed "Ben A. Workaholic" who is our 1st contestant for the coveted title of "America’s #1 Idol" and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God' S Portait Of Peace -- A Complete Masterpiece

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Jul 19, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,210 views

    God’s peace is a work of art in Christ

    Sermon Text: Philippians 4:1-7 July 22, 2001 GOD’S PORTRAIT OF PEACE – A COMPLETE MASTERPIECE Today, I want you to use your artistic ability. (Now, no groans or sighs, please!) What I want you do is relatively simple. I want you to paint a mental picture -- a picture of peace. Close your eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Spirit Of A Hero

    Contributed by Jerry Pawloski on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,712 views

    Running the Race in Corinthians 9: 23-27 and the spirit of the athlete and the spirit of the Christian.

    Title: Spirit of a Hero Text: 1 Corinthians 9: 23-27 Background The Corinthian culture to which Paul was speaking was worse than any Liberty Avenue or port town that we can think of today. It was a hub of international trade. People of from all over the word passed through this sea port town. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Discover The Righteous Shield Of F-A-V-O-R

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Aug 28, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,774 views

    One thing holding most Christians in bondage than anything else is the lack of knowledge of righteousness and missing most of the f.a.v.o.r that is available to us... let us discover this in five points on how to become aware of our shield of f-a-v-o-r.

    "FOR YOU,O LORD WILL BLESS THE RIGHTEOUS; WITH FAVOR YOU WILL SURROUND HIM WITH A SHIELD." -PSALM5:12 Amplified One thing holding Christians in bondage than anything else is a lack of knowledge of righteousness. When a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Holy Spirit, The Soul Of The Church

    Contributed by William Baeta on May 15, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,183 views

    “No one has seen God at any time. If we love one another, God abides in us, and His love has been perfected in us. By this we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit” 1 Jn. 4:12-13.

    Theme: The Holy Spirit, the soul of the Church Text: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; 1 Jn. 4:11-16; John 17:6-19 The Church is often described in the New Testament using different descriptive images. It is sometimes described as a family and other times as a Kingdom. The only way to become a member of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Will The Real Enemy Please Stand Up?

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 13, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,530 views

    To help the listener recognize the enemy.

    Will the Real Enemy Please Stand Up? Scripture: I Peter 5:8-9 Date: 19 March 2006 Purpose: To help the listener recognize the enemy! 8 Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Race

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,024 views

    Paul teaches us that we are all in a race..there are no spectators.

    The Race - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 From time to time as I prepare for our Sunday Worship sermon time, God tells me that I need to reveal little secrets about myself. The problems is that sometimes I am afraid that since we are still getting to know each other it might give some of you an excuse ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Lessons From The Empty Tomb Series

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Apr 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,421 views

    Through the empty tomb we know the power of God.”

    Luke 24:1-12 “Lessons from an empty tomb” “Through the empty tomb we know the power of God.” Sunday Morning Sermon – Easter Sunday 04.08.07 Intro: Intro – Video Free from Sermonspice.com “Easter Drawing” (Title and Text) The resurrection… the empty tomb… a risen savior…Jesus exalted to the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Far Can You Carry Your Wife?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,240 views

    On this Father’s Day, how far can husbands carry their wives’ interests first and foremost in their hearts?

    How Far Can You Carry Your Wife? Ephesians 5:25-33 June 17, 2007 As I begin the message this morning, I need to come clean with you. I need to be up front and honest. I read in a preaching journal this week about Brian Gray, a pastor in Denver Colorado, who suggested that the Father’s Day ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Story Of Two Big Heads

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Oct 24, 2007
     | 2,029 views

    Has pride ever hurt a relationship before? If so, would you like some help in dealing with pride? Here is a sermon about solving the pride problem in relationships. Think about it, less fights, conflict, sounds good.

    THE STORY OF TWO BIG HEADS GENESIS 3:1-13 THEME: PRIDE DESTROYS RELATIONSHIPS Most teenagers bring home the report card. Parents look at the card hoping to see some B’s but mostly A’s from their child. If there are C’s and D’s, the parents are disappointment with the teenager. There is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Blessings In Christ Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012
     | 7,356 views

    The message of Ephesians 1:3-14 is simply this: believers are chosen from the foundations of the earth, redeemed in Christ, possessing an inheritance of matchless worth. Glory to God for so great a salvation as this!

    “Spiritual Blessings in Christ,” Ephesians 1:3-14 Outline I. Prolegomena II. Introduction III. Transition a. In the Greek, verses 3-14 comprise one sentence and encompass the past, present, and future of God’s eternal purpose for the church. It is Paul’s outline of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Expendable For God

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Oct 31, 2010
    based on 185 ratings
     | 23,552 views

    If you are to fulfill the purpose of God for your lives in a very critical hour, you can get the lessons from the life of Esther, the woman who dares to risk everything for God.

    FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS; BE EXPENDABLE FOR GOD! Ester 4:12-14 If you are to fulfill the purpose of God for your lives in a very critical hour, you can get the lessons from the life of Esther, the woman who dares to risk everything for God. Est 4:12 When Esther’s words were reported to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What God Wants You To Say When You Talk To Yourself

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 47 ratings
     | 21,419 views

    How to encourage yourself in the Lord - as David did.

    Bless the LORD, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Heart Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,439 views

    Being a godly leader, Habakkuk saw problems which others could not see. The same is true for leaders today.

    The Heart of a Godly Leader Habakkuk 1:1-4 * Take a minute and look around you at the people in this room. Even though we think we know almost every person in this room, there is a good possibility that the person sitting on the same row with you has experienced or is experiencing deep hurt, deep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist