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    What Is Truth? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,418 views

    Truth, as embodied by Jesus and revealed in God's Word, is objective and unchanging, and rejecting this truth leads to dire consequences.

    Good morning, family. Today, we embark on a journey through the scriptures, specifically John 18:37-38 and Romans 1:18-23. We are going to explore a profound, yet sometimes neglected truth - the reality of objective truth, that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and the consequences of ...read more

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    The Power Of A Crumb PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Highlight the power of even the smallest amount of faith and God's boundless mercy and grace, as demonstrated in the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:10-28.

    Good morning, family! Today we're going to dig into the Word together, examining a passage that's all about the power of faith, even the smallest kind, and about the mercy and grace of our mighty God. As Corrie Ten Boom once said, "Faith is like radar that sees through the fog—the reality of things ...read more

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    What Does It Mean To Be A Christian? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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    Encourage believers to embrace humility and follow Jesus' example of selflessness and obedience, leading to transformed lives and relationships that glorify God.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage of Scripture that has the potential to transform our lives, our relationships, and our witness to the world. It's a passage that reminds us of the incredible example of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, challenges us to embrace an ...read more

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    Have's & Have Not's PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,194 views

    Assurance of eternal life is found solely in faith in Jesus Christ, as He is the true God and eternal life.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to talk about a topic that's near and dear to all of us: the assurance of eternal life. Now, this isn't just for those of us who have it all figured out, or those who feel like they don't have anything. This is for everyone, because the assurance of ...read more

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    Single Is Safer

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 15, 2023
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    Ladies, if your Boaz never shows up it is OK to be single. Guys, if your Ruth never shows up it is OK.

    This is primarily for the ladies, but much also applies to the men. Many young people are worried about the dating scene and marriage seems unattainable as they age. Some have said that if you are not married by forty, it is unlikely you will and for the ladies it means they will not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ask Seek And Knock

    Contributed by Lawrence Ohms on Aug 8, 2023
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    God's word reminded me that I need to do all of these things. I need to Ask Him but I also need to continue to seek. I need to Keep knocking

    Ask Seek & Knock Me I am pretty good at seeking not always asking, or knocking. I do ask for something good to come. I ask God to fix it when it’s wrong, He reminded me that I need to do all of these things. I need to Ask Him but I also need to continue to seek. I need to Keep knocking My ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Look Up: Give Hand Out Or A Hand Up?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 19, 2023
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     | 2,884 views

    Peter and John were changed men. The boldly approached the gate Beautiful at 3 PM. Their gift was more than a hand out. They gave a hand up. The disabled man was jumping in praise. The crowd saw the gift.

    LOOK UP…GIVE A HAND OUT OR A HAND UP… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) HENRY FORD HAD A HERO… THOMAS EDISON… KEEP AT IT SON… In 1896 Ford met Thomas Edison at a convention in New York City. The two inventors built a lasting friendship. Edison ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Of Heaven Will Give Us Success

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 1, 2023
     | 1,831 views

    Let us look at all the things that are intimidating us and hindering our progress and say: The God of heaven will give us success! Say Amen.

    The God of heaven will give us success! Nehemiah 2:20 I answered them by saying, “The God of heaven will give us success. We his servants will start rebuilding, but as for you, you have no share in Jerusalem or any claim or historic right to it.” Today let us look at all the things that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Doubt To Life Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
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    This sermon explores the disciples' journey from doubt to faith, emphasizing that doubt is a part of the faith journey, and encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith journey towards eternal life.

    Growing in faith is a lifelong process. For most of us, doubt is a part of the process, and for some of us, it is an integral one. In our passage today from John we get a front row seat while the disciples move from doubt to faith to life as they are commissioned to go and share the gospel with ...read more

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    Comparing And Contrasting Four Approaches To Charitable Giving

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 3,345 views

    Comparing and Contrasting Four Approaches to Charitable Giving

    Matthew 6:20 - Jesus said, "Where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Illustration: Out of every $10 held by Christians in the world $8 are in the hands of North Americans, according to Neal Pirolo, author of Serving as Senders. The Lord has allowed North American Christians to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Answer To Skeptic's View Of God's Justice And Truth (Rom. 3:3,4)

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,189 views

    An Answer to Skeptic’s view of God’s Justice and Truth (Rom. 3:3,4)

    An Answer to Skeptic’s view of God’s Justice and Truth (Rom. 3:3,4) Illustration: 7000 Protestant youth from many denominations were asked whether they agreed with the following statements: "The way to be accepted by God is to try sincerely to live a good life." More than 60% agreed. "God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Freed

    Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,263 views

    We as the people of God have been healed, saved, and freed to be those who bring healing and salvation to the world

    God has always wanted a relationship with humanity. If we look from the beginning of our faith history, from the account of creation to the very end of the scriptures, in Revelation, it becomes apparent that God desires to have his dwelling with us. This is the story of the tabernacle, this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Joy, The Choice Of Celebrating

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 17, 2021
     | 2,364 views

    THIS LESSON IS ABOUT JOY. It can be used as a Christmas message... but it can be used anytime. JOY A DAILY CHOICE... Today is a good day to have a good day.

    JOY, THE CHOICE OF CELEBRATING… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. DO WE KNOW WHAT THE SADDEST TRADE EVER KNOWN TO HUMANITY COULD BE? NO ROOM… MY MOM TAUGHT ME ONE OF THE SADDEST STORIES OF THE BIBLE… Mom told me of King Herod killing all the baby boys… That was mean. But the story mom told me was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Without God

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 23, 2022
     | 1,765 views

    God was and is. How do you explain to someone that without God there is nothing? What did God do? What has He done?

    How do you explain to someone that without God there is nothing? What did God do? What has He done? God was and is: • John 1:1, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. In Hebrew Scripture, the Word was a specialist of creation (Psalm 33:6), the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Is God Dead?

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 22, 2022
     | 1,063 views

    News of God's death has been greatly exaggerated.

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION NEWS OF GOD’S DEATH I. 1960’s a. Counter-cultural Revolution b. Some saw it as a nostalgic time of good and needed changes while others saw it as the beginning of the decay of a moral society. Social norms about clothing, music, drugs, dress, sexuality, formalities, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ