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    Enduring Trials With Faith: Transformed By The Gift Of Suffering Philippians 1:29 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 3, 2024
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     | 934 views

    Explore the profound truth that our suffering can be a means of transformation and deeper faith. Our passage from Philippians 1:29 reminds us of the gift of suffering in the life of a believer.

    Enduring Trials with Faith: Transformed by the Gift of Suffering Philippians 1:29 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth that our suffering can be a means of transformation and deeper faith. Our passage from Philippians 1:29 reminds us of the gift of suffering in the life of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Radical Love: Prompts Radical Changes PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,663 views

    To explore the concept of Radical Love, emphasizing its transformative power and its importance as the foundation of all commandments, urging us to love God, our neighbors, and even our enemies with a selfless, sacrificial love.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be taking a deep dive into a topic that is central to our faith, yet so challenging in practice - Radical Love. In her book, 'The Greatest Thing in the World', respected Christian author Amy Carmichael wrote, “You can give without loving, but you cannot ...read more

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    The Cross: The Way To Servanthood PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,083 views

    The main point of this sermon is to understand the cross as a ransom for all, a call to servanthood, and a model for our lives, emphasizing the importance of selfless service and sacrifice in following Jesus.

    Good morning, family. Today we’re going to dive deep into a passage from Mark. It’s a passage that highlights three profound aspects of the cross: The Cross as a Ransom for All, The Cross as a Call to Servanthood, and The Cross as a Model for our Lives. Let's read together from Mark 10:32-45. "They ...read more

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    What Shall We Do After The Storm? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,268 views

    Trust in God's guidance as he prepares life's storms, and rely on each other for support.

    Good morning, church family. Today we're going to dive deep into a powerful passage of scripture found in Acts 27:41-44. But before we do, I want to share a quote that has been stirring in my heart. It's from Oswald Chambers, a man who devoted his life to sharing the wisdom and love of God. He once ...read more

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    It's Time To Get Unbent PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,358 views

    Explore the profound truths about the power of Jesus' touch, the challenge of honoring the Sabbath, and the liberating power of forgiveness.

    Good morning, family. Today, we will explore a passage from Luke that beautifully encapsulates three profound truths: the power of a touch, the challenge of the sabbath, and the freedom of forgiveness. As Philip Yancey once said, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Grace and forgiveness ...read more

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    Depends On Who You Depend On PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,091 views

    Explore the meaning of being "poor in spirit" as stated in Matthew 5:3, emphasizing our spiritual poverty without God and the importance of depending on Him to live out the Beatitudes.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're diving into the heart of Jesus' teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, specifically, Matthew 5:3: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." This verse is one of the Beatitudes, those beautiful blessings that Jesus ...read more

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    Better Priorities In The New Year PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,261 views

    The sermon encourages prioritizing God's presence, pursuing purpose through Him, and promoting prosperity by seeking His kingdom and righteousness in our daily lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It is a joy and a privilege to be in fellowship once more, to share in the Word and the wonder of our Lord. As we gather in this place of worship, we are reminded of the words of the great Martin Luther, who once said, "I have so many things to do ...read more

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    The Vine And The Vinegrower PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 820 views

    This sermon explores our relationship with Jesus, emphasizing the importance of abiding in Him to bear spiritual fruit and experience God's blessings.

    Good morning, dear family of God. What a blessing it is to gather together in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are united here today, not by our own strength or will, but by the divine grace of our Heavenly Father who draws us closer to Him day by day. Today, we are going to ...read more

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    Forgive Us Our Debts Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,555 views

    A discussion about "Forgive us our debts" from the Lord's Prayer.

    Intro In 2004, a man by the name of Frank Warren created “PostSecret.com”, in which people can write on a postcard about secrets they are carrying and feeling guilty for. The idea originated as a project for an art exhibit but within 7 months he had already acquired 2,000 postcards. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Wise About Money Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 19, 2024
     | 1,811 views

    Proverbs has a lot to say about the wise use of money. Money can be a great blessing or a terrible curse, and it depends on the wisdom we use as we pursuit it and use it.

    Introduction: A. In our sermon series from the book of Proverbs, we have been exploring some very challenging and controversial topics; like: anger, the tongue, sex and alcohol, and today we will continue that pattern as we dive into everyone’s favorite topic…money! 1. We pick up our thoughts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Joy And Peace In Christ

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 11,529 views

    Advent 3: We pause to celebrate and rejoice in anticipation of the wonderful ’Gift’ that God gives to us in the Christ Child.

    Dr. Seuss wrote a charming little story of a malcontent named the Grinch. This foul, green, slimy, grouchy character had no room in his heart for Christmas. Every year he worked himself into a rage because the Who’s, the little people that lived in Whoville, celebrated Christmas with a passion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christ Or Culture

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,679 views

    In exalting Christ we resist the leavening influence of cultural traditions upon Christian truth.

    CHRIST OR CULTURE Sunday, November 26, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee The Bible tells us to be prepared to give a defense in all things so I searched for some Scriptures that could help in some touch situations you might encounter over the next several weeks: When your wife asks you to help with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Bringing In The Net Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 11, 2008
     | 3,241 views

    Although the people had rejected their Messiah, a path back was possible. They had to change their attitude, become followers of Jesus, and enjoy the blessings of salvation if they were to align themselves to God’s will for them.

    Bringing in the Net (Acts 2:37-40) 1. I have been a juror a number of times. Although I do not look forward to the time commitment, I have found my experiences interesting. 2. I have noticed, however, a variety of qualities in the cases prepared by both the prosecution and defense. Sometimes I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Seat Would Jesus Have Taken?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 19, 2022
     | 2,079 views

    Jesus turns human society on its head.

    What Place at the Table Did Jesus Take? Lule 14:1-14 Everyone wants to feel important. Some derive their sense of self-worth by how many followers he has on social media. This desire for relevance can lead to depression and suicide. Someone once wrote a song named “Looking for Love in all the Wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Angel Armies Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 15, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,796 views

    When what we see doesn’t seem to be enough, remember: His help is promised when we fear, His help is bigger than our need, His help is closer than we fee.

    Angel Armies October 1, 2017 2 Kings 6:8-17 Story of someone up against a hard time; needing faith to trust; or story of someone who couldn’t see clearly and got into trouble/tragedy…or make it funny. Turn to 2 Kings 6:8-17 One of the more interesting stories in the Bible is the one found in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist