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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Seeing As God Sees 1 Samuel 16:7 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,010 views

    Let's consider the profound truth found in 1 Samuel 16:7 and explore how God’s perspective differs from ours and how we can align our vision with His.

    Transformed by Truth: Seeing as God Sees 1 Samuel 16:7 1 Samuel 16:7 (NLT): "But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Invited To The Banquet Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,085 views

    The sermon discusses the parable of a king's banquet in Matthew 22:1-14, symbolizing God's open invitation to all humanity to partake in His blessings, emphasizing the need for us to respond to His call and prepare ourselves for His kingdom.

    Have you ever been to a really great dinner party? The kind of event that lingers in your mind for days and leaves you fully satisfied… What were the elements of the party that you remember? Is it the people? The food? The atmosphere? Maybe it’s a combination of all these things…Whatever it is, I ...read more

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    Jesus Our Baptiser: Empowered To Live And Serve Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025
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     | 141 views

    Following Jesus is not something we can do in our own strength. Good intentions are not enough. Willpower is not enough. Enthusiasm is not enough. Jesus did not simply call us to follow—He equipped us to follow.

    JESUS OUR BAPTISER: EMPOWERED TO LIVE AND SERVE INTRODUCTION — DISCIPLES NEED POWER, NOT JUST INTENTION Following Jesus is not something we can do in our own strength. Good intentions are not enough. Willpower is not enough. Enthusiasm is not enough. Jesus did not simply call us to follow—He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Chose A Stable, Not A Palace - What Christmas Teaches Us About God’s Preference For Humility Over Status

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 14, 2025
     | 175 views

    God chose a stable, not a palace, to teach us that humility is the language of heaven. Christmas is not about elevation through status but transformation through surrender. The stable reminds us that God meets us where we are, not where we pretend to be

    GOD CHOSE A STABLE, NOT A PALACE What Christmas Teaches Us About God’s Preference for Humility Over Status INTRODUCTION One of the most striking truths about the Christmas story is not what God did, but how He chose to do it. When heaven decided to introduce the Savior of the world, God did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are Leaders Appointed By God Or Does He Allow Them?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 14, 2024
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     | 1,660 views

    Is God responsible and 'endorses' or 'allows' every individual who is raised to a position of power and authority, such as Governors, Senators, Representatives, Mayors, and Presidents?

    "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Famous Bible Characters: Judas, The Betrayer

    Contributed by David Parks on Aug 6, 2013
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    Of all the characters who march across the stage of Bible history, there is none so tragic nor so despicable as that of Judas Iscariot.

    FAMOUS BIBLE CHARACTERS: JUDAS, THE BETRAYER INTRODUCTION: Of all the characters who march across the stage of Bible history, there is none so tragic nor so despicable as that of Judas Iscariot. A poet described him as;The base Judean who flung a pearl away Richer than all his tribe. There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Supernatural Strength For Spectacular Soaring

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 17, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,596 views

    When we wait patiently upon the Lord, He gives us supernatural strength to soar high in all areas of life.

    Supernatural Strength for Spectacular Soaring Study Text: Isaiah 40: 29 - 31 Introduction: It is the will of God for every believer in the Kingdom of God to succeed and move forward in every area of his or her life. Spectacular Soaring in all areas of life, is not just a possibility to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Born To Be A Savior Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 17, 2012
    based on 84 ratings
     | 41,675 views

    If the Gospel message is all about Jesus coming to die for our sins... why would God waste ink telling about the birth of a baby Jesus in a manger? What possible impact could that story have on our understanding of God’s gift of salvation?

    OPEN: Santa Claus has come into the 21st century – he has an email now. Apparently you can email Santa at Emailsanta.com. It seems they get over a million emails a year, and among those emails are these intriguing comments: • A boy named Jon wrote: “I’m sorry, but I don’t have a chimney... I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Go! And Embrace The Power Of Reconciliation - Romans 5:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 8, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 761 views

    Explore a profound truth that lies at the heart of our faith—the power of reconciliation, and the depth of God's love through Jesus Christ.

    Go! And Embrace the Power of Reconciliation - Romans 5:10 Introduction: We gather today under the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ to explore a profound truth that lies at the heart of our faith—the power of reconciliation. Our guiding Scripture is Romans 5:10 (NLT): "For since our friendship ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Holy Spirit Empowered Witness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,246 views

    This sermon explores our calling to bear witness to Christ's truth, guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit, and the transformative power this brings.

    Good morning, beloved family of faith. We find ourselves gathered here today in the warm embrace of our shared belief, a sacred bond that unites us all. As we come together in the spirit of love, unity, and the pursuit of divine truth, we are reminded of the great commission that is entrusted to us ...read more

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    Conform To God, Not Society

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021
     | 1,447 views

    Do not let society determine how you are to conform to the Bible. God must come before society. Today's society will try to drag you into its evil ways. Rely upon Jesus to help you so that does not happen.

    Conform to God, not society Revelation 2:1-7 Michael H. Koplitz This letter that we find in Revelation chapter two verses one through seven is a letter that was sent to the messenger at the church at Ephesus in Asia Minor. The letter starts with compliments from Jesus about the good works that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Roller Coaster Ride

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 11, 2022
     | 1,487 views

    A sermon for Palm Sunday, Year C

    April 10, 2022 Palm/Passion Sunday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Phil. 2:5-11; Lk. 19:28-40; Lk. 22:14-23:56 Roller Coaster Ride Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Dale and I watched the NCAA Men’s Basketball final on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    We're All In This Together PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,213 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and interconnectedness among believers, recognizing each individual's unique value in the body of Christ.

    Beloved in Christ, I greet you in the matchless name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather in this sacred space, both physically and virtually, we are united by the spiritual bond of God's love that transcends all boundaries. Today, we find ourselves at the intersection of faith and ...read more

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    The Misunderstood God: The Needy God Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,964 views

    God does not seek fulfillment at your expense; God seeks your salvation and completion at His expense.

    THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD: THE NEEDY GOD** 1 CORINTHIANS 13:1-5 Big Idea: God does not seek fulfillment at your expense; God seeks your salvation and welfare at His expense. INTRO A few weeks back we began looking at 1 Corinthians 13 from a bit of a unique perspective. I have suggested to you that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Psalm 110 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 15, 2020
     | 6,011 views

    A rare conversation between two Lords - the LORD and the Lord. The enemies of the second Lord are to be put under his feet, and he is to be a high priest forever after the priestly order of Melchizedek. What is the order of Melchizedek?

    For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ