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    Expressing Gratitude To Our Pastor SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,036 views

    Understanding and expressing our appreciation for our Pastor in a way that aligns with Biblical teachings.

    What does the Bible say about our Pastor? In order to understand the role of a Pastor in today's world, we need to approach it from a biblical perspective. Many people have misconceptions about the Pastor's role, referring to them as an "Employee of the Church" or a "Team Manager." However, these ...read more

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    Joy In Hardships Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
     | 5,991 views

    Part 2 of a series from Philippians focusing on the blessings of trials.

    The Joy of Hardships I. Introduction A. Sources of Joy 1. Men have searched for joy through many avenues. a) Voltaire search for joy in unbelief and then declared, “I wish I had never been born.” b) Lord Byron searched for joy in pleasure, yet proclaimed, “The worm, the canker, and grief are mine ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Of Our Fathers And The God Of The Fatherless & The God Of Our Faith

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 5, 2010
     | 14,020 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE GOD OF OUR FATHERS AND THE GOD OF THE FATHERLESS AND THE GOD OF OUR FAITH

    THE GOD OF OUR FATHERS AND THE GOD OF THE FATHERLESS AND THE GOD OF OUR FAITH ***************************************************************************************** OUTLINE A. THE GOD OF OUR FATHERS B. THE GOD OF THE FATHERLESS C. THE GOD OF OUR FAITH THE MESSAGE THE GOD OF OUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Redeemer Is Strong - Rest And Unrest

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 13, 2014
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     | 11,446 views

    To show that the LORD can grant rest/peace to us and unrest/turmoil to our enemies at the same time. He is our Lawyer in the court room where He is also our Judge.

    I. EXORDIUM: Can the LORD quiver with great anger and great fear? YES. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD can grant rest/peace to us and unrest/turmoil to our enemies at the same time. He is our Lawyer in the court room where He is also our Judge. IV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Cord Of Three Strands

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 26,115 views

    Wedding Sermon

    The world says that marriage is bad Modern definition of marriage: “the process whereby love ripens into vengeance” The Bible doesn’t agree with this. The Bible says that marriage is good. God invented it. Read Eccl 4:9 (niv) Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Agreement!

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 31, 2007
    based on 12 ratings
     | 7,223 views

    Israel could not expect communion with God, unless they first sought peace with him. Where there is not friendship, there can be no fellowship. God and man cannot walk together, except they are agreed. Unless we seek his glory, we cannot walk with him.

    Agreement! Text: Amos 3:1-3 1 Hear this word that the LORD has spoken against you, O children of Israel, against the whole family which I brought up from the land of Egypt, saying:2 “ You only have I known of all the families of the earth; Therefore I will punish you for all your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Patriot

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Jun 22, 2017
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    We can be Patriots without offending our God! We need only to put God first!

    Who were the first Patriots? To answer the question, we must first determine what the word means. Google and Webster define it this way: a person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors. Some may ask: then what is the difference between ...read more

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    Transformed By Truth: Celebrating God's Majestic Care Psalm 68:4-5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 17, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,085 views

    Psalm 68:4-5 is a powerful passage highlighting God’s majesty and compassionate care for the vulnerable. Let us understand and be transformed by the truth of who God is and how He operates in our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: Celebrating God's Majestic Care Psalm 68:4-5 Introduction Today, we will explore Psalm 68:4-5, a powerful passage that highlights God’s majesty and His compassionate care for the vulnerable. Our goal is to understand and be transformed by the truth of who God is and how ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Of Justice Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 287 views

    Justice is one of the immutable attributes of God. His throne is founded upon righteousness and justice (Psalm 89:14). While human systems may fail, God's justice is perfect, impartial, and timely.

    GOD OF JUSTICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 30:18 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 89:14, Micah 6:8, Romans 12:19, Luke 18:7-8 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world that is often marred by injustice, corruption, and unfairness. The wicked seem to prosper while the righteous ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    War Against Killers Of Destiny

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2026
     | 36 views

    This message exposes the forces, patterns, and agents that seek to terminate destiny prematurely and reveals how believers can rise in spiritual authority, discernment, and warfare to preserve and fulfil God’s ordained purpose.

    WAR AGAINST KILLERS OF DESTINY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 29:11 Key Verse: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” — Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV) Supporting Texts: John 10:10; Judges 16:20-21; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Know Your Equipment (Pt 1) Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 23, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,250 views

    If you are going to fight, you need to know how to use the armor

    INTRODUCTION • Last week we started to look at the spiritual battles we all seem to deal with on a daily basis. We are all in the midst of some kind of war with the enemy. Some of us do not even realize the magnitude of the battle. • One of the first things we must know if we are going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    He Chose Poorly Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,944 views

    A study of chapter 31 verses 1 through 9

    Isaiah 31: 1 – 0 He Chose Poorly 1 Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, and rely on horses, who trust in chariots because they are many, and in horsemen because they are very strong, but who do not look to the Holy One of Israel, nor seek the LORD! 2 Yet He also is wise and will bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Trusting The Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,095 views

    This sermon builds on Jesus statement "I AM the Good Shepherd" using Psalm 23 and Ezekiel 34.

    “Trusting the Shepherd” The I Am Statements FCC – August 26, 2007 Text: John 10: 11-18 Introduction: During our recent sermon series, we have been looking at the “I AM” statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. So far we have looked at Jesus’ claim to be “The Bread of Life”, “The Light ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know Your Equipment (Pt1) 7 Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,861 views

    A soldier needs to know how to use the equipment they have.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Last week we started to look at the spiritual battles we all seem to deal with on a daily basis. We are all in the midst of some kind of war with the enemy. Some of us do not even realize the magnitude of the battle. • One of the first things we must know if we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blessed Or Cursed – It's Your Decision

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    The truth about my rights.

    INTRO: This past week I was skimming the news and I noticed there seems to be so much turmoil in the news and I noticed a lot of it revolved around rights, our rights. : Whether it was: -NFL owners fighting with NFL players over their rights on revenue sharing. -Women picketing outside ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God