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    The Gift Of Eternal Perspective PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 942 views

    This sermon encourages reframing New Year's resolutions as ongoing intentions to deepen our relationship with God, prioritizing spiritual growth over worldly achievements. Key

    Greetings, dear friends. It is wonderful to gather together in the spirit of unity and love to delve into the rich treasure trove of God's Word. We are about to embark on a transformative exploration of Luke 2:22-40, a passage that will call us to reframe our resolutions as intentions, to ...read more

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    Blessed Is The One PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 749 views

    This sermon explores Jesus as the Jubilant King, emphasizing His divine right to kingship and the joyful recognition of His authority by the people of Judah.

    Good morning, dear family of God. There is a palpable sense of warmth and unity in the air today, isn't there? We are gathered here not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to break bread, share fellowship, and immerse ...read more

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    Are We There Yet? Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 2, 2015
     | 8,568 views

    The Story Chapter 6

    Are We There Yet? Wanderings The Story – Chapter Six Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rn6N1kuZ_o Are we there yet? QUESTION… Anyone ever heard those words on a road trip? Anyone ever said those words on a road trip? I REMEMBER – taking road trips as a kid. And they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wilderness Season Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 693 views

    Psalms 13:1-2 " How long, O Lord, will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart all the day? How long will my enemy be exalted over me?

    Psalm 13 captures David’s deep despondency and his struggle with God’s silence during a challenging period in the wilderness. This heartfelt lament reflects a profound sense of abandonment and a desperate plea for God’s intervention. David openly questions how long God will hide His face and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Heroic Saviour 

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    " He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.

    " He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were like sheep going astray but now you have returned to the shepherd and overseer of your souls" 1st Peter: 24-25 Introduction: It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #10 -- Opposition Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,015 views

    As followers of Jesus, we should expect to face opposition, but we can trust that God has "cut the cords of the wicked."

    Introduction Pastor Eugene Peterson tells a story from his childhood—a story about having to deal with enemies. For him it came in the form a school bully who beat him up every day after school. It seemed no matter how young Eugene tried to avoid him—in the forms of alternate routes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Real Message Of Easter

    Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 16,532 views

    Boil it all down to the most important message of Easter and it will affect your past, present and future.

    "The Message of Easter " Matthew 28:1-10 Recently the local newspaper in Artesia, New Mexico ran this article: “Mary Bratcher accidentally ran over her son’s young pet dog, Browny. The family tearfully buried the mixed-breed dog in a field near their ranch home. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Being A Disciple Ofthe Most High God

    Contributed by Joshua Minisci on Jul 25, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 8,604 views

    What it takes to be a disciple of Jesus Christ!

    Being a disciple of Christ Matthew 4:19 Jesus called out to them, “ Come and be my disciples, and I will show you how to fish for men.” Pray After hearing how My god was beaten over and over. How could I not serve him. After hearing how my God was whipped with the cat o nine tails, how ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Become A Committed Follower Of Jesus

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,661 views

    Our lifelong goal is to become more and more like Jesus. Hebrews 12:2 helps us on that journey.

    Become a Committed Follower of Jesus Hebrews 12:1-2 Philippians 3:12-14 As we “Go for the gold” in our Christian life our goal is Christ-likeness. The Hebrew writer challenges us to keep the goal before us and not forget it. “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, on whom our faith depends ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Gifts Of The Spirit 3: The Body Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,093 views

    We are Christ’s body here on earth to continue His work. You have been prepared and specially crafted to be part of that body. (Sermon also has a slight diagression into when Gifts might be given)

    Gifts of the Spirit 2: the body of Christ. 1 Cor 12:12-27 WBC 12/9/4am THE HAND Illustr: On Alice¡¦s (& Charlie¡¦s) birth Pam and I both spent time just gazing at them- and at their hands and feet! - hand (PPT): perfectly formed, in every way. Just smaller - ready & perfectly formed for action ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For 2005 Utilize "Jehovah's Name"

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,579 views

    We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah?

    For 2005 Utilize the Twenty Ways That Jehovah is Used in the Scriptures (Exodus 6:2-10) We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah? Fact:The word ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In 2005 Use The Power Of Jehovah

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 7, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,051 views

    We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah?

    For 2005 Utilize the Twenty Ways That Jehovah is Used in the Scriptures (Exodus 6:2-10) We often sing the song, "Stayed upon Jehovah, hearts are fully blessed. Finding as He promised, perfect peace and rest." However, do we really comprehend the full meaning of the name Jehovah? Fact:The word ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Thief

    Contributed by Kenneth Jarman on Nov 27, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 11,154 views

    The enemy comes but to kill, to steal, and destroy, and he is out to get you and your family

    THE THIEF John 10:10 “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy.” LET US PRAY Who is this thief? He is one who desires to be like the Most High. How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground. You who weakened the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ask.. Seek.. And Knock Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 216 ratings
     | 70,652 views

    Within this command to pray I think we can see five general principles about prayer.

    “Ask, … Seek … And Knock” Matt 7:7-11 There is nothing that reveals more about a believer than his or her prayer life. How that individual approaches God and what that individual is willing to ask for reveals how he or she views God. We frame our requests in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    The Pathway Of Palm Sunday Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004
    based on 494 ratings
     | 45,740 views

    For others, it was a path, but for Jesus a journey. So, it is with our lives.

    THE PATHWAY OF PALM SUNDAY Cornwall April 3, 2004 Read Matthew 21.1-11 If we ask people to describe life, most will depict it in the same way- as a path or a road. The reason is simple: life is like a journey. It’s a voyage from one experience to the next – from one tribulation to triumph and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational