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    God Finishes What He Starts Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,914 views

    This message explores the thought that as a result of the confidence we have in God working out His purpose inour lives, we can have joy.

    03 LIVING JOYFULLY IN LIFE GOD FINISHES WHAT HE STARTS PHILIPPIANS 1:6 FOR I AM CONFIDENT OF THIS VERY THING, THAT HE WHO BEGAN A GOOD WORK IN YOU WILL PERFECT IT UNTIL THE DAY OF CHRIST JESUS. PROPOSITION: WE CAN HAVE JOY IN OUR WALK WITH GOD BECAUSE GOD HAS PROMISED TO FINISH WHAT HE HAS STARTED ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making A New Start (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 12, 2016
     | 8,231 views

    Noah and his family received a second chance. In the same way, 2015 is gone, and 2016 is here.

    Making A New Start Genesis 8:16-22 – Part 2 Introduction: 1. Previously, we began to examine Noah’s life, post flood. We saw God’s extension of grace to Noah and his family. God delivered them from judgment and protected them in the ark of safety. 2. But, after being on the ark ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    At Christmas Eternity Is Making A New Start.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 6, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,282 views

    The incarnation means that in Christ God has become more accessible to us.

    At Christmas eternity is making a new start--strength to the weak, bread for us, God becomes human. Some reflections on the meaning of Christmas-- Nobody was excluded from the crib. Like me, you were late in coming...Yet you came and were not turned away. You too found room before the manger. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Starting The New Year Off Right

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 31, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 30,372 views

    Starting the new year right is forgiving, forgetting, and not putting old stuff into a new bag and carrying it into the new year.

    12/27/2009 Starting the New Year off Right Philippians 3:13-14 Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction We are 5 days away from the New Year. For some, swinging into the new year will be easy. Because there will not be anything different. Not expecting ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "faith Starts In The Darkness"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 4, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 51,170 views

    A sermon about being born again.

    “Faith Starts in the Darkness” John 3:1-21 The first Apartment I lived in after college was in a really old building. It was one room plus a bathroom. The refrigerator was in a closet. I slept on my boss’s army cot. One night, after I had turned out the lights and gotten into bed… …I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Being Led By The Spirit Starts With Regeneration Series

    Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 22, 2019
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    Being led by the Spirit is crucial for the believer and central to salvation. Those who are led by the Spirit are the sons of God, thy are not under the law but under grace, as the Scriptures teach. So what does it mean to be led by the Spirit? In this series we look at answering this.

    Part 1 Being led by the Spirit starts with Regeneration The word “regeneration" means a new birth, a new beginning, a new order (of things). The word “regeneration” appears only twice in the English Bible. Both appearances are in the New Testament. It was used once by our Lord in Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Good Work That God Started In You

    Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jun 13, 2022
     | 4,340 views

    God is not interrupted. And God does not give up. And God does not allow His projects to go unfinished.

    Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 12-06-2022 Sermon Outline Theme: The Good Work that God Started in You Scripture Reference: Philippians 1: 3-10 (NKJV) 3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 always in every prayer of mine making request for you all with joy, 5 for your fellowship in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Loving God Starts With Our Need Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 28, 2023
     | 1,907 views

    Loving God Starts with Our Need Series: First Love: Forming Our Love for God Brad Bailey – February 26, 2023"

    Loving God Starts with Our Need Series: First Love: Forming Our Love for God Brad Bailey – February 26, 2023 Intro I want to invite us to open ourselves to this truth today: We are never home… apart from the love of God. The Scriptures testify of our being created to live in relationship to God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Trying Stops, Doing Starts

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 3,410 views

    Do you know the word "trying" appears once in the Bible and it's not about attempting to do something and failing? Trying has become "the" excuse as to why we fail to do what God has called, empowered and commanded us to do.

    When Trying Stops Doing Starts Scripture: James 1:3; John 10:10; Mark 8:22-26; 11:22-24 The title of my message this morning is “When Trying Stops, Doing Starts.” I am trying! I am trying to do better! I am trying harder! I am trying to stop! I am trying to start! I am trying, I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Best Days Start Now

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Dec 12, 2022
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     | 2,477 views

    This sermon is for the first Sunday after disaffiliation from the United Methodist Church and the first Sunday of the opening worship service for the newly opened Catlettsburg Community Church and Cannonsburg Trinity Community Church.

    Our Best Days Start Now “and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside 10 and said, “Everyone brings out the choice wine first and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Start Thinking And Don’t Worry Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 10, 2025
     | 441 views

    Jesus calls us to stop worrying by not bringing the falsehoods of tomorrow into today, and by being thinking Christians who look to our heavenly Father.

    You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Matthew 6:25-34 “Start Thinking and Don’t Worry” If you were old enough you will remember the powerful impact of the 1975 movie called “Jaws”. Even now, if you know the movie, you have the tune in your head. Durnut … durnut ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Finishes What He Starts Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,723 views

    God will complete His work in us as we partner with Him in His work.

    God Finishes What He Starts Philippians 1:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill January 4-5, 2025 This past week, ABC News ran a post with the same headline twice within five days, using a different image of an empty church each time: “Churches Fight to Stay Open as Attendance Dwindles.” It’s as if the editors ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Embracing The New Year With A Fresh Start SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,456 views

    In Philippians 3:12-16, Paul provides three key principles to guide us as we step into the new year: Letting go of our past, setting our priorities straight, and living fully in the present.

    Today marks the beginning of a new year, a time when many of us reflect on the past and look forward to the future. As we enter this new season, it is important to approach it with the right attitude and mindset. In Philippians 3:12-16, the Apostle Paul provides us with three principles to guide us ...read more

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    New Starts: Being The Salt And Light PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,281 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere in their faith, proclaim their purpose as salt and light, and prevail over challenges for God's glory.

    Good morning, beloved family. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to delve into the richness of God's Word? We are here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to bask in the light of God's love, to be ...read more

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    A New Beginning Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,570 views

    Even after Peter's wonderful surprises when Jesus was raised from the dead, he was still struggling to get past his failure. In John 21, we see Jesus giving Peter the opportunity to be reinstated to his role of apostle and leader.

    A. I want to begin this morning with a poem by Louisa Fletcher: “I wish that there were some wonderful place Called the Land of Beginning Again. Where all our mistakes and all our heartaches And all of our poor selfish grief Could be dropped like a shabby old coat at the door And ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ