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    Fearfully And Wonderfully Made Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,396 views

    God knows and loves us completely, but we often forget this truth amidst the busyness of life. We need to reconnect with our Heavenly Father and rediscover His life-giving words over us.

    Do you ever feel like you're just a face in the crowd? Like you could disappear and no one would notice? I get it. But here's the thing - you're not invisible to God. He knows you better than anyone else, and He thinks you're pretty amazing. Let's start with a little experiment. I have here a $20 ...read more

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    God Chooses Us Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 690 views

    God, as the ultimate authority, has the power to show mercy and harden hearts. He has chosen us, and we have the opportunity to choose Him back. His love and mercy are gifts that He freely gives to us.

    You know how in art class, the teacher gives you a lump of clay and you get to shape it into whatever you want? Well, that's kind of like what God does with us. We're like the clay, and He's the potter. He's the one in charge, shaping us into who He wants us to be. Think about it: God, the creator ...read more

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    The Heart Of Heaven (Come Close) Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 5 ratings
     | 579 views

    God loves us and wants to be close to us. Despite our sins and shortcomings, He invites us to come to Him for healing and restoration.

    Ever played that game where you think you see your friend from across the mall, so you start waving like a maniac, only to realize it's a total stranger? Yeah, we've all been there. It's funny how things can look different from a distance, right? Well, sometimes, we treat Jesus the same way. We ...read more

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    God Suffers With Us Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Apr 14, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 679 views

    Main Idea: God not only suffers for us, but also with us. His co-suffering love is demonstrated through Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. As followers of Jesus, we are called to co-suffer with others, bringing life and healing.

    You know how sometimes life just sucks? Well, Jesus gets it. He knew He was about to go through some really rough stuff, like dying on a cross. But He also knew that by going through that, He'd be able to help a lot of people. Just like when you're playing a tough level in a video game, you know ...read more

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    The Weight Of Waiting Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 6, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,481 views

    Waiting on God is not a passive state but an active preparation. During this time, we can find hope and strength in God's unfailing love and forgiveness.

    You know when you're so frustrated, and you just want to scream into your pillow? Well, God's cool with that. He wants you to be real with Him, to tell Him exactly how you're feeling. It's like He's the ultimate best friend who's always there to listen, even when it's 3 am. Imagine your feelings ...read more

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    When God Speaks, He Is Present Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 20, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,063 views

    When we hear God speak, we are encountering His presence. God speaks to us in various ways, and when we hear His voice, it is a personal encounter with Him.

    Hey guys, let's talk about something cool. You know how you're always on your phones, texting, chatting, and scrolling? Imagine if you got a text from God. Sounds crazy, right? But that's kind of what happened to a guy named Job in the Bible. Job was a good guy, but he had a really rough time. He ...read more

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    Supporting The Ministry Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 17, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 13,476 views

    A deductive exposition of selected texts on supporting the church’s ministry with attendance, lifestyle and financial giving.

    Introduction: 1. This is God’s church because gave His life for us (Acts 20:28). 2. “Commitment” is so important to God that He searches the world for it (2 Chronicles 16:9). Each Sunday this month, we are becoming aware of a different commitment you and I can make to God through His church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "Peter, Feed My Sheep” (18 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 1,251 views

    Most Bible preachers do not like to select just one verse of scripture and preach on it.

    Why? There are several reasons. (1) Often when preachers select one verse they will take it out of context. That is, in order to properly interpret scriptures we need to know: • What comes before the verse • What comes after the verse • Why it was written • To whom it was written These are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Acts Of The Apostles (10 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
     | 989 views

    In chapter six, the apostles felt the need to bring before the church the task of selecting seven deacons.

    They chose seven outstanding men. However, one of those men stands out head and shoulders above the rest. His name was Stephen. Most of chapters six and seven deal with Stephen, this man of God, who was so greatly used by God. Have you ever wondered why they singled Stephen out. The church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three P's Of Manhood

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024
     | 905 views

    Example of godly husbands actions demonstrated through action, exemplified by Christ. preparation for deacon selection.

    Background to passage: this passage is the first combination of the Spirit-filled life and the “household codes” in scripture. We begin our process of deacon nomination this week, and I always remind you of the qualifications required of deacons, usually in 1 Tim 3. This year I decided that since ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chosen In Him Before Time With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 8, 2025
     | 155 views

    This sermon explains that believers were chosen by God not based on human merit but "in Christ" and has a specific, life-altering purpose.

    Introduction Verse 3 told us that God has blessed us with all spiritual blessings. Now, in verse 4, Paul explains the very first and most foundational blessing from which all others flow: we were chosen by God. Everyone longs to be chosen—for a team, for a promotion, for a relationship. It gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Not To Wear Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 10, 2009
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    Forgive us our Sins... selections include Leviticus 16--day of Atonement as well as the Women caught in adultery

    The Learning Channel hosts a show called What Not to Wear. In it the two hosts take someone who has been volunteered by family and friends for a wardrobe makeover. They go through the persons closet and clothes and pretty mach discards what they have been comfortable wearing. They then make ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Are You Doing? Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 31, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,469 views

    In selecting elders we need to see their calling and purpose; the need for delegating authority; and key actions involved in the process.

    A photographer from a well-known national magazine was assigned to cover the fires at Yellowstone National Park. The magazine wanted to show some of the heroic work of the fire fighters as they battled the blaze. When the photographer arrived, he realized that the smoke was so thick that it would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    From Nothing To Something PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,963 views

    This sermon explores our identity as God's chosen people, the significance of being a spiritual priesthood, and living according to God's plan. Key

    Good morning, family! It's so good to see all of you gathered here today. We're about to get into something really special, something that's at the heart of our faith and our relationship with God. It's all about understanding our spiritual priesthood, the significance of being chosen by God, and ...read more

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    Union With Christ Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,958 views

    Our union with Christ in Ephesians 2:5-7 shows us what God has done and why he has done it.

    ARISE! GET UP! COME FORTH! John 5:1-9; John 5:21-30 The miracle [literally “sign” (John 4:54)] of the healing of the boy at Capernaum is immediately followed in John’s account with another healing, this time at an unspecified feast in Jerusalem (John 5:1-9). THE NEED (John 5:1-5). A man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed