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  • John Dobbs avatar

    With All Your Strength Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 24, 2025
     | 236 views

    We have been talking about a transformed life this month - one that shapes itself by obeying the greatest commands.

    The Greatest Commands #4 Love God With All Your Strength Introduction An Amish boy and his parents found themselves in a modern shopping mall. They were amazed at everything but especially the two shiny, silver walls that would move apart and slide back together again. The boy asked, “What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruit Of Patience Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 18, 2021
     | 3,464 views

    Galatians 5:22 mentions endurance as one of the slices/ traces/graces of the fruit of the Spirit of God. I want to leave with you three things related to longsuffering. Patience is a valuable character quality.

    Theme: Fruit of Patience Text: Psalm 40:1-13 Greetings & Introduction: The Lord is good; his love endures forever. I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. We will meditate from Psalm 40, about the fruit of patience. Galatians 5:22 mentions endurance as one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Where Jesus Wants Us To Be

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 239 views

    “Be Thou My Vision, O Lord of My Heart.” The words to this hymn have been replaying in my heart this week as I planned for today’s sermon. I have tried to live these words out all of my life. That Christ is my vision. That Christ will be my light and my guide.

    Where Jesus Wants Us to Be “Immediately the boat arrived at their destination” John 6:16-21 NIV Intro: “Be Thou My Vision, O Lord of My Heart.” The words to this hymn have been replaying in my heart this week as I planned for today’s sermon. I have tried to live these words out all of my life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Yahweh Has Come To His Temple”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 28, 2023
     | 704 views

    Matthew 21 and the parable of the two sons, and tenants in the vineyard are really about "Yahweh" coming to His temple, His dwelling place. The Pharisees rejected His Messiahship and thus they ask: "By what authority...." Conclusion: Who do you say Jesus is?

    In Jesus Holy Name October 1, 2023 Text: Matthew 21:14-15 Redeemer “Yahweh Has Come to His Temple” Good Morning: Our message today based on the gospel lesson in Matthew 21 will make little ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    1 Thessalonians 4 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jun 8, 2022
     | 1,938 views

    We witness to Christ everyday in how our words and actions show the hope we have within our hearts

    This week we start the second oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power And Depth Of God's Amazing Grace

    Contributed by David Cramer on Oct 14, 2024
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     | 3,350 views

    A look at what grace from the Lord really is in our lives here on earth and what we can receive from it.

    The Power and Depth of Amazing Grace. Ephesians 2:1-9 Stand and repeat this with me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the Word of God. The indestructible, never-ending, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    On Leaving A Legacy Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 7, 2023
     | 2,543 views

    The end of Joseph's life provides an opportunity to think about the legacy he left . . . and the legacy we will leave.

    - Exodus 1:8 is a pretty famous verse. For good reason too, it provides a nice summary of our situation as we move into the story of Exodus and the miraculous deliverance of Israel from Egypt: a. Israel is in Egypt. b. They are there because of Joseph. c. When Israel got there, they were highly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unsearchable Riches

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 6, 2023
     | 2,886 views

    Those in relationship with Christ have received the unsearchable riches of His grace and are obligated to be good stewards of such grace. I pray we are reminded of the gracious provision we have received and renewed in our commitment to share this grace with those who have yet to receive this gift.

    Unsearchable Riches Ephesians 3: 8-13 In our text today, Paul continues to expound upon the great mystery of grace, offered by the loving and gracious Lord to those who are undeserving. Having discussed the expanse of such grace and the obligation to be a good steward of the grace received, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is The Pastor Eligible?-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 13, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,848 views

    Part 2 of a 2-part sermon. Paul told Titus that the focus of his work on Crete was to bring order to the churches & appoint qualified elders. Pastors must meet certain qualifications. But What are they? Pastoral eligibility is measured by...

    Is The Pastor Eligible?-II—Titus 1:5-9 Attention: The churches of Crete were saved but were lacking the finesse necessary to accomplishing their mission. They were not yet organized for ministry. A pastor by the name of Titus, was charged with the fortunate task, of straightening out those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Living By The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,801 views

    The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Understanding the conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. (See sermons in Word format at www.praiseag.org)

    LIVING BY THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Galatians 5:16-25 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [16] So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature [the flesh]. [17] For the [flesh] desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Get Right Or Be Left Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,571 views

    A study of the book of Romans chapter 1 verses 17 to 32

    Romans 1: 17 – 32 Get Right Or Be Left 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live by faith.” 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Single-Minded Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 24, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,766 views

    Single-minded - advide to Christians who are single – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Singles are better able to cope with troubles (vs 25-28). (2). Singles are better able to maintain spiritual priorities (vs 29-31). (3). Singles have fewer distractions (vs 32-35). (4). Singles have the option of marriage (vs 36-40). SERMONBODY: Ill: What do these ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Fruit And The Fig Tree Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 6, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,794 views

    What is Jesus looking for when He goes to the fig tree? Fruit! That’s what He’s looking for in our lives.

    The cursing of the fig tree. Mark 11:11- 26. WBC 8/07/04am A stressed-out woman on a busy boulevard is tailgating an honest man. Suddenly, the light turns yellow, just in front of him. He does the honest thing, and stops at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    The Grace Of God Has Appeared Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,199 views

    It’s not the beginning of a new year that will motivate us to change our way of life. Rather it’s the awareness that God has revealed the depths of his grace to us in the person of Jesus Christ, who came to purify us and to show us how to live in God’s pr

    Christmas is almost upon us. Only 4 more sleeps left. But what does Christmas mean to you? For some it just means more work. For some it involves the trauma of family reunions. For others it’s a time of joy as families get together to catch up, while for others it means loneliness. It’s a time for ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How's Our Vision?

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 13, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,377 views

    This sermon is about knowing God’s vision for our church.

    How fast can you cover 300 miles? Five or six hours? What about on foot? The average person can walk a mile in about 15 minutes, and that’s moving pretty fast. Continuous walking would allow you to cover 300 miles in 75 hours; that’s over 3 days. Take time out to sleep, eat and take care of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan