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    Courageous Leadership In Times Of Change SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 780 views

    A discourse on the necessity for men of courage and integrity during periods of transition.

    During times of transition, it is crucial to have men of courage and integrity who can discern the needs of the hour. In the book of 1 Chronicles, we find a group of men from the tribe of Issachar who possessed this unique ability. They understood the times and knew what Israel should do. Let us ...read more

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    Me?! A Wise Person? You've Got To Be Kidding!

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 176 ratings
     | 7,500 views

    An exploration of the availability of wisdom to all who seek it.

    Introduction: It’s a shame that so many people immediately tune out when you start talking about wisdom. To them, wisdom is theoretical, academic book knowledge that has nothing to do with the real world. Yet that is not at all what wisdom is about. Wisdom is not abstract knowledge; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Earthly Things

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 3, 2012
     | 4,050 views

    Drop the bottle and dig into some meat.

    John 3:12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things? KJV I am convinced that the reason we do not see much of God's power in the Church today is because we cannot figure out earthly things. There are so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time And Season

    Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Mar 21, 2025
     | 668 views

    As we stand on the threshold of spring, a season symbolizing renewal and growth, we are reminded of the intricate tapestry of time and seasons woven by God's sovereign hand.

    Introduction: As we stand on the threshold of spring, a season symbolizing renewal and growth, we are reminded of the intricate tapestry of time and seasons woven by God's sovereign hand. Scripture illuminates the significance of these times and seasons, offering profound insights into both the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Call To Reconciliation.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 14, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,039 views

    Be reconciled to God while there is yet time.

    A CALL TO RECONCILIATION. Luke 12:49-59. “Fire!” begins the Greek of Luke 12:49. “Fire I came to cast into the earth, and what will I if it be already kindled?” Fire speaks to us of God’s judgment, but also of refining, purifying. The fire that is kindled is both: the fire of judgment against ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Faithfulness In Gospel Ministry" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 21, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,835 views

    Sermon 2 in a study in Philippians

    “And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in real knowledge and all discernment, 10 so that you may approve the things that are excellent, in order to be sincere and blameless until the day of Christ; 11 having been filled with the fruit of righteousness which comes through ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Praying For The Right Things

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 10, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 26,321 views

    We tend to pray in a panic, when we could have prayed in preparation. Our prayer must also be responsible, accepting our own measure of responsibility.

    Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, September 21, 1986 One young friend of mine, taking the Scripture quite seriously and quite literally, where it says, "Ask anything in my name, and I will do it" – taking that verse to the nth degree, reports that he is still waiting for the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Life Enjoyed Is A Life Shared Pt. 5 Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Apr 22, 2009
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     | 3,071 views

    Part of a lengthy series I am doing in the book of Philippians.

    HOW TO BE A CHRISTAIN AND STILL ENJOY LIFE A LIFE ENJOYED IS A LIFE SHARED Pt.5 Sunday March 2, 2008 Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:9-11 Intro. A. We are continuing on from where we left off last week. Last week if you were here you will remember that we were looking at this prayer that ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Little Fox Of Spiritual Apathy Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 9, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,706 views

    This is the third part in a series on the little foxes that spoil the vine

    Song of Solomon 2:15 KJV Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes. 2 Chronicles 25:2 KJV And he (Amaziah) did that which was right in the sight of the LORD, but not with a perfect heart. 2 Chronicles 25:2 NKJV And he did what was right in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Putting It To The Test Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,003 views

    We must put to the test what we hear to determine if it is from God.

    Putting It To The Test Text: 1 Jn. 4:1-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: As the Union Pacific Railroad was being constructed, an elaborate trestle bridge was built across a large canyon in the West. Wanting to test the bridge, the builder loaded a train with enough extra cars and equipment to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Signs Of The Time

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 21,912 views

    THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES

    “The Signs of the Times” Luke 12:54-59 In our passages today we’ll see that Jesus used two illustrations to impress on the crowds the importance of discernment and diligence in spiritual matters. First, He talked about me weather, and then He talked about a lawsuit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chasing Wisdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 767 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking divine guidance, finding wisdom in God's Word, and surrendering our decisions to God's will.

    Warm greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is truly a joy to gather with you all today, in this sacred space where we can bask in the presence of our mighty God. As we come together, let's remember that we are not here by coincidence, but by divine appointment. In the grand tapestry of life, our ...read more

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    The Right Pastor SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,128 views

    Finding the correct Pastor

    Good morning, dear family in Christ. As we gather together in the house of the Lord, we are embarking on a journey of faith, a journey that will lead us to a deeper understanding of God's will for our church community. Today, we are here to discuss a topic of great importance, a topic that will ...read more

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    Understanding The Serving Gifts Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,164 views

    The serving gifts allow us to help and comfort others in the body. #4 of 5.

    Title: Understanding The Serving Gifts Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10; Romans 12:6-8 Theme: The serving gifts allow us to help and comfort others in the body. I. LEADERSHIP/ADMINISTRATION/RULING – PROVIDING DIRECTION TO THE BODY. Romans 12:8 “…he who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Living Word Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011
     | 13,667 views

    A quick view of the power of the Bible according to Hebrews 4:12-13

    Title: The Living Word Theme: Show the importance of the Word of God and how it works. Text: Hebrews 4:12-13 Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is living (quick) and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God