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  • Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes avatar

    Aligning Our Minds To Receive The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Jun 29, 2022
     | 1,723 views

    There are people who consider themselves Christians but their actions or their way of thinking or their lifestyle do not support it. Let’s consider these 7 characteristics necessary to be a true Christian.

    ALIGNING OUR MINDS TO RECEIVE THE GRACE OF GOD (Living in the Spirit) 1 John 2:6 He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked. Introduction: The finished work of Jesus Christ has already been established within our spirit. This is called the grace of God. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Human Chameleon.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 8, 2020
     | 2,578 views

    Again Paul writes in, Ephesians 4:2TPT With tender humility and quiet patience, always demonstrate gentleness and generous love toward one another, especially toward those who may try your patience.

    The Human Chameleon. Ephesians 4:1-3, 14-16 In a world of smart phones, text messages, Facebook, and e-dating, many are creating virtual relationships which mask a person’s true identity in an attempt to protect themselves from the reality of real relationship. They want to avoid the possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Exclusive Claims Of The Inclusive Jesus

    Contributed by Benjamin Sharpe on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 5,443 views

    An apologetic sermon defending the assertion that Jesus is God’s unique provision for salvation.

    The Exclusive Claims of the Inclusive Jesus John 14:1-11 INTRODUCTION: You know that I teach OT and NT at our local college. Being in that setting enables me to encounter a lot of different people and to get a sense of the way people inside as well as outside the church think. One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel Haas avatar

    Family, Freedom, God And Country

    Contributed by Daniel Haas on Sep 8, 2011
     | 6,798 views

    "While he was still speaking..." Jesus is actively speaking instead of defending values.

    Grace be with you and peace from him who is, who was and who is to come. Amen. Today's Scripture is Matthew 12:46-50: 46While he was still speaking to the crowds, his mother and his brothers were standing outside, wanting to speak to him. 47Someone told him, “Look, your mother and your ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    From This Moment On Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 13, 2014
    based on 11 ratings
     | 23,724 views

    A sermon examining the constant work of God in the lives of His people.

    FROM THIS MOMENT ON Haggai 2:10-19 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, October 19th, 2025) There are certain moments that can change the trajectory of our lives. (Graduations, weddings, the birth of our children, deaths of loved ones, etc.) I have experienced many benchmarks and milestones ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Run To Win Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 27, 2022
     | 3,625 views

    If you want to win the prize of new followers of Christ, submit yourself to unbelievers and discipline yourself for the task.

    A drunken man got on the bus late one night, staggered up the aisle, and sat next to a woman who was clutching a Bible. She looked the wayward drunk up and down and said, “I've got news for you, mister. You're going straight to hell!” The man jumped up out of his seat and shouted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Tom Conant avatar

    Recession Proof Your Life Series

    Contributed by Tom Conant on Apr 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,430 views

    Second in a series on stewardship

    Intro. There is a difference in a paradox and an oxymoron that is often confusing. Both involve seemingly contradictory and conflicting words. Oxymorons are so interesting and humorous that we up make top 10 lists. Here is my top 10 oxyomoron list: alone together; same difference; exact ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    When The Society Is Hot Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,139 views

    When the society is hot God will defend it, God will deliver it, and God will preserve it.

    Sermon Title and Text for July 30, 2006 Title: “When the Society is Hot” Text: Isaiah 31: 9 Focus: “… fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem…” When the society is hot God will defend it, God will deliver it, and God will preserve it. Sermon: Modern day society and the church are facing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Truths Worth Fighting For

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,904 views

    Some truths, those that define the Faith of Christ the Lord, demand that we stand firm in defending them against distortion. The faithful depend upon each of us as followers of Christ to defend the Faith, speaking the truth in love.

    “Some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, ‘Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.’ And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    The Heart Of A Witness Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 5, 2021
     | 3,233 views

    Paul could have gotten off immediately but he stayed. He could have defended himself but he defended the Gospel. He sought to bridge the gap with his people. He was prepared to sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel.

    LET US PRAY: Thank you for your written Word. May the truth of your Word inspires us again, to know you and trust you, to give us hope and strength, and make us faithful followers of Christ. May the life and ministry of Paul be an encouragement for all of us who are serving you today. Bless us ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    How To Have A Happy New Year

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 26, 2013
     | 6,192 views

    If you want a happy new year, separate yourself from the world and saturate yourself in the Word. That way you can situate yourself by the water. Otherwise, you will be sifted like wheat.

    In 1948, nobody expected Harry Truman to win re-election as president of the United States. But on election night, the first scattered returns showed Harry Truman leading over Thomas E. Dewey. At about midnight, radio commentator H. V. Kaltenborn announced, “Mr. Truman is still ahead, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Personal Vision

    Contributed by Robert Castile on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,696 views

    Creating a personal vision for yourself.

    Personal Vision Big Idea: In 2004 I want to be who God wants me to be. January 11, 2004 Great Bend, Kansas Introduction: My Father’s famous quote, which he used often around our house, I think, is very useful at the beginning of a New Year. He would say, matter-of- factly, and poignantly as ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Waiting On God

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 6, 2001
    based on 144 ratings
     | 17,691 views

    Questions to ask yourself at Christmas.

    Years ago in Scotland, the Clark family had a dream. Clark and his wife worked and saved, making plans for their nine children and themselves to travel to the United States. It had taken years, but they finally saved enough money and obtained passports and reservations for the entire family on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Reid avatar

    Christian Readiness

    Contributed by Richard Reid on Feb 26, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,797 views

    Preparing yourself for the return of Christ

    Christian Readiness Luke 12:40 2/24/08 You too, be ready; for the Son of Man is coming at an hour that you do not expect. Just when you don’t expect him, the Son of Man will show up. - Message The need for readiness or preparedness is taught in every area of life. Children are taught to be ready ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Carl Willis avatar

    The Power Of Love - Part Iii Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,976 views

    Loving your neighbor as yourself

    The Power of Love – Part III Matthew 22:39; 1 Corinthians 13:4-6 February 22, 2004 Matthew 22:39 (NLT) A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ Who Is Your Neighbor? • More than just the guy next door • Your neighbor is any other person – Regardless of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational