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    Partnering With One Another PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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    Explore the interconnectedness of partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ, emphasizing that our joy, purpose, and strength come from our union with Christ.

    Good morning, family! We're going to be diving into a passage from the book of Philippians today – a passage that speaks about partnering with God in proclaiming the Gospel, fellowship in suffering, and the joy of knowing Christ. It's interesting how all these elements are interconnected, and as we ...read more

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    Living Signs Of Jesus Resurrection PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 497 views

    The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to be strong in the Lord, put on the full Armor of God, and stand firm in their identity in Christ, so they can fearlessly share the hope of the gospel with a hurting world.

    Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we are going to talk about how to live in the power of Jesus Christ’s resurrection, put on the armor of God, and stand firm in our identity in Christ. A.W. Tozer said it well: "A scared world needs a fearless church." (A.W. Tozer, "The Urgent ...read more

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    The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Tax Collector

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
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    To note that God demands humility when we approach Him.

    The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector Text: Luke 18.9-14 Thesis: To note that God demands humility when we approach Him. Introduction: (1) This parable was “originally spoken for those who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others” (Lightfoot 50). (2) In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    But The Lord Stood With Me

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 12,992 views

    No matter how well-intentioned our friends may be, there will likely be times (for one reason or another) they may not be there for us in a time of crisis or need...but God will always stand with us.

    BUT THE LORD STOOD WITH ME "At my first defense no one stood with me, but all forsook me. May it not be charged against them. But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me…also I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion." II Timothy 4:16-17 I. Man is not always dependable: "…no one stood ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Continued Hope In God - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,483 views

    CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER

    BIG IDEA: CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER (PART 2) INTRODUCTION: (must be read in conjunction with Psalm 42 as a unit) (Review of Questions from Psalm 42) I. (:1) QUESTION FROM THE SCOFFERS TO THE ISOLATED BELIEVER: "WHERE IS YOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The City Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,575 views

    THE CELEBRATION OF THE CITY OF GOD

    BIG IDEA: THE CELEBRATION OF THE CITY OF GOD I. (:1-3) WORSHIP GOD FOR HIS ENTHRONEMENT IN HIS ROYAL CITY A. Call to Worship "Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised" B. City of God’s Enthronement "the city of our God" "His holy mountain" "Mount Zion in the far north" "beautiful in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Instructions For The Home

    Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 3,518 views

    This is a sermon written to preach in a wedding. It lists the responsibilities of each marriage partner.

    Introduction: 1. I remember when my dad bought his first VCR. 2. He didn’t know anything about how it worked, but he spent hours reading the instruction manual, learning every detail of how to use it properly. 3. Wouldn’t it be great if other things in life came with directions, like: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There Is Pleasure In Serving The Lord

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on May 23, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,973 views

    Could it be that the pursuit of pleasure is ordained of God?

    There is Pleasure in Serving the Lord! Attention: Who enjoys pain? To seek pain is an odd thing…perhaps a sign of psychosis. The pursuit of pleasure is guaranteed in our constitution as a right given to us by our Creator. If we are honest with ourselves we must admit that pleasure seeking is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abound In Hope!

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,818 views

    Where does hope come from?

    ABOUND IN HOPE! Romans 15:13. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” WHERE DOES HOPE COME FROM? Psalm 39:7. “And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you.” Ephesians 2:12. “. . . remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    F.a.t.h.e.r

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,966 views

    A Fathers Day message

    ?"Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? ?10? Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? ?11? If you then, ?being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Power In Your Life

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,829 views

    God is a powerful God, and God’s power is displayed in our lives and in our world.

    Psalm 91 “God’s Power In Your Life” INTRODUCTION Power is displayed in different ways in the world. At times the brute force of war, or violence demonstrates it. Power can also be displayed through strong convictions and lives of convictions. People such as Martin Luther, Martin Luther ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Envy

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,877 views

    Miriam and Aaron sin in their envy of Moses’ positon as leader of the Israelites

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Dwight L. Moody once told the fable of an eagle who was envious of another that could fly better than he could. One day the bird saw a sportsman with a bow and arrow and said to him, “I wish you would bring down that eagle up there.” The man said he would if he had some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Effective Faith

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 20, 2007
     | 4,332 views

    This message examines James assertion about faith and what faith really is.

    Introduction In just a few minutes, remember the death and sacrifice of Christ. Remembrance of faith or it is not a remembrance. Same way that baptism is an expression of faith or it is not truly baptism. Last week: explanation, 2 examples and essence of faith – life of pleasing God. This theme ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 20, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,638 views

    Sermon # 20 in Galatains Series. Builds on previous text from sermon 19, the battle within Spirit versus Flesh, this is practical example of living "in step" with the Spirit.

    Gal 6: 1-2 INTRODUCTION PATRICK HENRY HUGHES (EXAMPLE OF BURDENS SHARED) BLIND, CRIPPLED DADS RESPONSE PATRICKS GROWTH/TALENT DADS COMMITTMENT/SACR. EACH FOCUSED ON THE OTHER GAL 6:1-2 CONT. OF LIVING IN SPIRIT PRACTICAL SITUATION I. CAUGHT IN SIN A. THE SLIP BY BELIEVER OVERTAKEN, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Celebration In A Time Of Trouble

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,282 views

    A Message that depicts our behavior during times of trouble...

    Praise With Out Purpose Celebrating in the Time of Trouble • Nebuchadnezzar dies after a 43-year reign • His son, Evil-Merodach (described in 2 Kings 25:27-30 and Jeremiah 52:31-34) rules for only two years when he is assassinated by his brother-in-law Neriglassar, because his rule was arbitrary ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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