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  • Gerald Steffy avatar

    Thankful No Matter What

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,777 views

    If we know Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we should be thankful no matter how difficult the circumstances in life that we face.

    THANKFUL NO MATTER WHAT 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Proposition: If we know Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we should be thankful no matter how difficult the circumstances in life that we face. Objective: To challenge God’s people to express gratitude & be thankful no matter what. INTRODUCTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “how To Deal With What You Feel” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2014
     | 11,726 views

    God calls us to learn to manage our emotions rather than having them manage us.

    (READ TEXT) In Paul’s day, folks thought with their hearts & felt with their gut. This is where we get terms like “gut feeling.” So when he says “their god is their stomach,” he’s says the problem is being led by their emotions. “In the end they will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,047 views

    We so often apply these words to our temporal concerns and troubles- but the disciples hearts were troubled because of fear they would be without Jesus (momentarily, and even eternally). We should be like them- and make being with Jesus our cheif concern.

    ¡§Do not let your hearts be troubled¡¨ Jn 14:1-7 WBC 29/2/4pm TROUBLED These are marvellous words of Jesus - words that I have gained comfort from many times - words that are special and dear to many, in a society that we perceive as anxious and troubled. Stressed But, let me share what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Message #1: The Meaning Of A Thankful Heart Series

    Contributed by Matt Skiles on Nov 13, 2024
     | 3,210 views

    I want us to focus our hearts and minds on the thought of having a thankful heart and in these verses that we are going to examine this morning we are going to talk about what it means to have a thankful heart.

    Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17-And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Disciples Of Jesus Have The Heart Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 18, 2021
     | 6,690 views

    Jesus' own life and purpose was to serve and to give, and as His followers that must be our purpose as well.

    A. One day a kind old gentleman saw a little boy who was trying to reach a doorbell. 1. The boy asked the old gentleman for his help, and the old man lifted the boy up so the boy could push the doorbell. 2. As the old gentleman put the boy back on the ground he asked the boy, “What now, little ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Ruth Chapter Three: "Open Your Heart" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 27, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,931 views

    We need to open our hearts to the possibilities and opportunities God is orchestrating in our lives.

    Naomi and her daughter-in-law, Ruth, had experienced bitterness in life, Because of famine, Naomi had fled with her husband, Elimelech, to Moab. There, her two sons, Mahlon and Kilion, met and married Moabite women. Naomi’s joy over her sons’ marriages was short-lived, however, as, due to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Measure Of Our Worldwide Evangelism

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Mar 24, 2024
     | 762 views

    I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullest for the glory of God. Soul winning is very dear to the heart of God. When Jesus measures our life, one of the great things He will be looking for is what we did to bring people into His kingdom.

    THE MEASURE OF OUR WORLDWIDE EVANGELISM Please open your Bible to John 3:16 for today’s message “Worldwide Evangelism.” My hope in presenting this series, is to give you insight on how to prepare for that special day when the Lord measures your life for eternal greatness and rewards. When I picture ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christmas: Our Savior Is Born

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 20, 2025
     | 972 views

    God's greatest gift was delivered in the humblest of settings, revealing His love for humanity in a way that transcends time. This Christmas, as we reflect on this passage, may we embrace the quiet beauty of the nativity and open our hearts to the Savior born for us that holy night.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: "A small cathedral outside Bethlehem marks the supposed birthplace of Jesus. Behind a high altar in the church is a cave, a little cavern lit by sliver lamps. You can enter the main edifice and admire the ancient church. You can also enter the quiet cave where a star ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Man's Extremity Is God's Opportunity

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,543 views

    This sermon is about how God helps a beleiver even in extreme difficulties when it appears as though all hope is lost.

    MAN’S EXTREMITY IS GOD’S OPPORTUNITY OUTLINE 1.SIN 2.SICKNESS 3.SORROW 4.SHAME 5.SEARCHING 6.SCARCITY 7.SHOCK THE MESSAGE MAN’S EXTREMITY IS GOD’S OPPORTUNITY 1.SIN When Man is facing destruction because of his sins there is still hope for him in God.The woman caught in adultery was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let Christmas Put Hope In Your Heart

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 27, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,601 views

    1. Our hope comes from the work of God. 2. Our hope comes from the wonder of God. 3. Our hope comes from the will of God.

    Let Christmas Put Hope in Your Heart Luke 2:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 23 2012 *People cannot make it without hope. A former instructor for the Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape Unit explained this in what he called “The Rule of Threes”: -“You can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Doug Warren avatar

    How To Show Our Thankfulness To God

    Contributed by Doug Warren on Nov 25, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,711 views

    To show our thanfulness to God, we should Ponder His Greatness, Prepare our hearts for His entrance, Practice His Teachings, and Proclaim His messaage to others.

    Intro: At a Thanksgiving dinner table, the youngest member of the group (age 4) volunteered to say the blessing. It went as follows: "God is great, God is good...LET US THANK HIM! Amen." While some would argue that she forgot part of the blessing, the impact of that prayer penetrated the hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Training Our Tongues To Work God's Way Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 26, 2014
     | 5,670 views

    1. Establish credibility with an honest tongue (vs. 25). 2. Eliminate the trash (vs. 29, 31). 3. Start encouraging other people (vs. 29). 4. Emphasize God's grace at work in our lives (vs. 29). 5. Examine the source of our speech (vs. 32).

    Training Our Tongues to Work God's Way Ephesians 4:25-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians Grayson Baptist Church - March 16, 2014 (Revised May 15, 2024) BACKGROUND: *In Ephesians 4:1, Paul opened this chapter by writing, "I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of God's Man (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 1, 2020
     | 4,109 views

    The heart of a pastor is unique. In this enlightening text, Paul shares his heart for the church in Thessalonica. Through his candid and honest words, we find a description of what a pastor's heart should contain.

    The Heart of God’s Man (Part 1) 1 Thessalonians 3: 1-13 The heart of a pastor is a very unique thing. He feels many of the same emotions anyone else does. It isn’t that the pastor is given something that is impossible for others to possess, but his heart is special because it is different. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gratitude: The Heart's Response To God's Love SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,596 views

    This sermon delves into the profound reasons we should express our gratitude to God. Our decision to thank God should not be contingent on His recent actions for us, but rather on the everlasting love He has shown us through His Son and His continuous blessings.

    Today, I want to talk to you about the importance of gratitude. In a year filled with challenges and difficulties, it may be hard for some to find reasons to be thankful. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone's lives in various ways, making it even more crucial to cultivate a spirit of ...read more

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    Salvation: A Heart Transformation Or A Head Transaction

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Mar 18, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,599 views

    The Purpose of this message is to encourage us to examine our profession of salvation and make sure it is a possession of Christ and not just words.

    INTRODUCTION: A. This morning I want to bring a message concerning salvation, though it might not be in the manner you are used to or expecting. 1. I want to read you the beginning of an article that is posted on facingforever.org. It was written by Michael J. Vlach in an article entitled, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist