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    Women Went First PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
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     | 1,380 views

    This sermon explores the courage, faith, and witness of the women at Jesus' tomb, encouraging us to emulate their unwavering belief in God's power and love.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I hope this day finds you in good health and high spirits, for we are gathered here in the house of the Lord, not just as a congregation, but as a family. We are here to share in the joy of His word, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His ...read more

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    Sent With A Purpose Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
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    The sermon emphasizes the Christian calling to share the gospel, serve others, and participate in God's mission, with the belief that all things are possible with Jesus.

    Hey Church Family, I am so excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We are going to be exploring a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew, where Jesus reminds us that we are all "Sent with a Purpose". This message hits home for those of us who’ve ever wondered, “What is my purpose now ...read more

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    Woman At The Well PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 3,289 views

    Explore the transformative power of faith through the story of the Woman at the Well, emphasizing that faith is not just about belief, but a focus on God, the savior.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! I'm so delighted you're here today. We're going to dive into a truly inspiring story from the book of John today about a woman who was transformed by the living water of faith. As we get started, let me share a quote from A.W. Tozer. He once said, ...read more

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    Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,257 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, encouraging fervency in faith, fortitude in prayer, and fulfillment through belief in God's willingness to answer prayer.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy to gather together in the presence of our Lord, to share in the fellowship of the saints, and to find solace in the divine Word that is our anchor and our guide. Today, we are here to engage with God's Word, to find nourishment for our souls, and to learn ...read more

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    When All You Have Is A Maybe PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,604 views

    Explores faith, courage, and divine intervention, emphasizing the power of belief in God's favor and action, even against seemingly impossible odds.

    Good morning, family of faith. I am delighted to be standing here today, sharing the living word of God with you all. We gather here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound together by the love that He has so generously poured out upon us. We are here, ...read more

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    Tweets From God (Part 5: Jude) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 29, 2021
     | 3,115 views

    If God had a Twitter account, what would he tweet? The Bible contains five short, one-chapter books. In the last one, Jude, God speaks to us about defending, developing, and distributing our faith.

    Tweets from God: Jude Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/12/2016 A few weeks ago I began a series I’m calling Tweets from God. What we’re doing is going through the five shortest books of the Bible. Each of these books is a single chapter and can be read in less than three ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Gloria In Excelsis -- Deo

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 15, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    Ordination of a woman named Gloria; glory not in your achievements but in helping others seek God; glory not in defending yourself against predators but in receiving God’s protection; and let yourself feel passion.

    Over the years I have developed the habit of focusing on a person’s name whenever it is time to do a message that relates to that individual. For example, I have done funerals for people named James, using something from the New Testament letter of James. I did a funeral service once for a woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Do You Want Praying For You?

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 10, 2023
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     | 2,225 views

    This message is about the power of prayer and the criteria we should use when considering who we should have praying for us in our times of need and if we meet that same criteria when praying for others in their times of need.

    Who Do You Want Praying For You? Scripture: Mark 11:22-24; James 5:13-16; Proverbs 18:21 The title of my message this morning is “Who Do You Want Praying For You?” Now before I give you any context whatsoever, I want to ask you a question: “If you were in need of prayer, who would you go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evil

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 1, 2013
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    Are we able to defend the faith taught in the Scriptures when a non-believer challenges us on the hard issues? What do we say, how do we respond when asked why the Lord allows evil and the resulting suffering?

    Deuteronomy 30:19-20a “This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. “Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love the LORD your God, listen to his voice, and hold ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    How God Deals With A Hypocrite

    Contributed by William Ellis on Aug 29, 2005
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     | 2,221 views

    A sermon in a series in Romans...We must know that the opinions and beliefs that we hold to are right and true - We must know that there are consequences for...

    Intro: Our study through the book of Romans has taken us from The Gospel of Christ pt 1 (Romans 1:1-6) The Gospel of Christ pt 2 (Romans 1:7-17) The Wrath of God (Romans 1:18-32) …and now we are going to see “How God Deals With Hypocrites” Hypocrite - A person who professes beliefs and opinions ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Free Agency - It's Your Vote Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Aug 19, 2006
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    The 3rd Sermon in a series of sermons describing our basic beliefs in the Church of the Nazarene.. Free Agency.. our ability to choose God.

    Turn in your Bibles to Hebrews chapter 10, we will be getting to this passage in just a moment… but first Let’s Pray…. Statement of Faith: VII Free Agency We believe that the human race’s creation in Godlikeness included ability to choose between right and wrong, and that thus human beings were ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Narnia: C. S. Lewis, Apostle To Skeptics Series

    Contributed by Jeff Cheadle on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 91 ratings
     | 5,440 views

    A biographical overview of C. S. Lewis’ life, tracing the influences that led to his moving from a commitment to atheism to belief in Jesus Christ

    The Life and Legacy of C. S. Lewis #1 "C.S. Lewis, Apostle to Skeptics" Psalm 139.1-17 This weekend we’re launching a series on The Life and Legacy of C. S. Lewis. This message will not involve the exposition of a text or the exploration of a topic, but the introduction of an amazing man whom God ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Implementing Christian Discipline Series

    Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Oct 5, 2006
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    The Christian needs to know what they believe, and then decide to implement that belief in their lives, before they are faced with trials and temptations. Christians should be proactive, not reactive.

    CHRISTIAN DISCIPLINE “DECIDE TO IMPLEMENT THE PLAN” RO 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Faithful Sayings In The Pastoral Epistles

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 12, 2013
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     | 6,268 views

    The "faithful sayings" are short succinct statements of belief, worthy of full acceptance by all. They are a trademark of the letters of Paul to Timothy and Titus.

    THE FAITHFUL SAYINGS IN THE PASTORAL EPISTLES. The hymn book of the New Testament church was no doubt the Book of Psalms, thus establishing the continuity of worship from synagogue to church. However, there are hints in Paul’s writings of other formulae which may have been used in public ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Difference Makers Know Why They Believe Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Apr 23, 2009
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     | 5,080 views

    Do you know why you believe? Are you willing to die for that belief. Teh Apostles faced horrible deaths for their proclamation of the resurrection.

    Difference Makers Know why they believe. Acts 23:1-11 Do we know why we believe? Are we willing to die for what we believe? Chuck Colson, "henchman" of the Nixon Administration, former Marine Officer was converted to Christ. His story is fascinating. It was not a Biblical passage per se that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ