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  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Don't Lose Your Head!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 11, 2024
     | 1,017 views

    Herod's bad decisions, compromise, and pride created a prime situation in which to be taken advantage of and tricked into executing John the Baptist. We can learn from Herod and learn not to be so gullible.

    THE EXECUTION OF JOHN THE BAPTIST HAS GOT TO BE ONE OF THE MOST INTRIGUING, TANTALIZING, AND SADISTIC PASSAGES IN THE NEW TESTAMENT. ONE MIGHT EVEN QUESTION HOW THIS PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE COULD EVEN QUALIFY FOR A SUNDAY SERMON! JUST THE MARRIAGE ALONE, JOHN THE BAPTIST WAS CORRECT IN REBUKING HEROD ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Led By The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025
     | 1,266 views

    Being led by the Holy Spirit is foundational for every believer who desires to live a life that is aligned with God's will. It means allowing the Holy Spirit to guide, direct, and influence our decisions, actions, and thoughts.

    Title: LED BY THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Supporting Texts: John 16:13, Galatians 5:16-18, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Acts 16:6-7 INTRODUCTION: Being led by the Holy Spirit is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cavorting With Cowardice

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,190 views

    THIS IS THE THIRD OF A FOUR PART SERIES ON THE CHARACTERS OF EASTER. PILATE WAS PLACED IN THE SITUATION WHERE TO ACT COURAGEOUSLY AND RELEASE JESUS COULD COST HIM HIS POSITION. HE CHOSE THE COWARDLY WAY AND BOWED TO THE CROWD AND ALLOWED JESUS' DEATH.

    CAVORTING WITH COWARDICE MARK 15:1-15 TODAY WE CONTINUE WITH OUR SERIES LEADING UP TO EASTER BY LOOKING AT THE CHARACTER OF PILATE. JESUS’ ILLEGAL TRIAL HAS JUST BEEN COMPLETED, AND JESUS WAS FOUND GUILTY OF BLASPHEMY. JESUS REMAINED SILENT DURING THIS TRIAL MOST LIKELY BECAUSE FOR MANY REASONS, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Our Creator God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 11,389 views

    I have three purposes this morning: 1. To declare a biblical basis for our God as the Creator. 2. To help you gain courage to do what is right. 3. To motivate you to be involved

    Our Creator God The people who started college this past fall… Have no meaningful recollection of the Reagan era They were 11 when the Soviet Union broke apart and do not remember the Cold War They are too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up Their lifetime has always included AIDS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Walker avatar

    Words

    Contributed by Bill Walker on Nov 1, 2016
     | 6,686 views

    Gaining inspiration and courage from the words of Jesus on the cross. In our world of darkness, Jesus calls us to be light-bearers. It is through our trials and disappointments that we are enabled to step in among those who are struggling and hurting.

    WORDS Luke 23:34 You are leaving the church building and walking to your car in the parking lot. Adults are visiting and children are laughing and playing as you and your family walk by. Then suddenly you hear shots ring out and you see three, four, and five … maybe six people drop to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Paying Attention?

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000
    based on 57 ratings
     | 11,491 views

    Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

    “Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Almost

    Contributed by James May on Jun 30, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 27,161 views

    Almost Persuaded - that’s the terrible thought of so many people who come close to Heaven but lose out with God because of one eternal decision.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    False Assumptions

    Contributed by Larry Schoonover on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,411 views

    We make assumptions and form opinions about things every day. From these assumptions we take action and make decisions. But - what if our assumptions are wrong?

    "FALSE ASSUMPTIONS" (Text: Gen. 20:1-18) 10/15/1995 By: Larry L. Schoonover) INTRODUCTION: We all make assumptions and form opinions about things each day - and from these assumptions we take action and make decisions. Have you ever made an assumption about something that proved to be false? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Getting Well & Staying Well Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,480 views

    The answer to this crippled man’s need is not in the troubled water but faith in the person, Jesus Christ. His struggles and decisions are not unlike our own as we respond to God.

    Getting Well and Staying Well Fortifying the Foundations #12 John 5:1-15 7-13-03 Intro: As we read our text this morning I will touch on a couple of technical matters that are helpful to understand but not necessary to the flow of the message. John 5:1-15 5:1Some time later, This is a somewhat ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Watch Your Weak Moments Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 12,907 views

    Each of us experiences weak moments when we should not make deci¬sions. In a weak moment a dieter may see an appetizing dessert and yield to temptation.

    Title: Watch Your Weak Moments Text: "Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red pottage; for I am faint: therefore was his name called Edom. And Jacob said, See me this day thy birthright. And Esau said, Behold, I am at the point to die: and what profit shall this birthright do ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Are You Guided By The Roar Of The Lion?

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,683 views

    Do you let Satan scare you off before you get your answers to prayer. Are you guided by his roar to make unwise decisions.

    April, 2007 Are You Guided by the Roar of the Lion? I Peter 5:8-11 INTRODUCTION: Satan gets to all of us from time to time through his roar tactics. Christians are not exempt from his search and often they allow him to guide their lives by his powerful roar. Does this sound familiar? Are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Stand At The Crossroads

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 24, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 23,311 views

    At the crossroads of life when we are faced with making a decision, the Holy Spirit will direct us if we only but listen to Him. This was originally preached for a Church anniversary celebration.

    Stand At the Crossroads—Jeremiah 6:16-17 When Harry informed me that today was the 95th anniversary to the exact date when the congregation of Centenary United Brethren in Christ Church, then located on East Decatur and what is now Martin Luther King Boulevard, met at the old sanctuary and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Mary, Did You Know? Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Dec 23, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 29,743 views

    Mary might not have known the details, but today we do, and how we respond to Jesus is the most important perception and decision we’ll ever make.

    Intro> Mary, did you know? It’s a beautiful song and was presented beautifully here this morning, but it’s a song that asks a singular question that is actually very easy to answer... ->NO, Mary didn’t know. --There’s no way she really would have known all that was going to occur in the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Clearing The Air: Misconceptions About God Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,363 views

    Clearing up common misconceptions people have about God the Father. These misconceptions often shape people’s lives and decisions. This message discusses four misconceptions.

    Clearing the Air: Common Misconceptions about God Introduction: In our society today there is a lot of confusion about different things. More than anything else there is a lot of confusion about spiritual things. People listen and hear various different things about God and the Bible and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ryan Davis avatar

    How Will You Be Broken

    Contributed by Ryan Davis on Oct 28, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,511 views

    Matthew 21:33-44 - When God sends messages our way, we are faced with a decision: shoot the messenger, or, with an open heart, accept the message.

    Introduction • Throughout His ministry, Jesus had spoken about the time when His hour would come – the hour in which He would be called upon to fulfill His life’s purpose by dying on the cross to save humanity from an eternity in hell. He had always known that His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ