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  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    Intensifying Conflict

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 5, 2011
     | 3,364 views

    As the Passion of Christ draws near, the conflict intensifies with the Jewish religious leaders. We think conflict is always bad, but it is actually inevitable. What is the appropriate response?

    Passage: Matthew 21:23-32 Intro: On our trip through Matthew, have you noticed the slowly intensifying conflict? 1. it has not been with Rome, but with the religious leaders of the Jews. 2. began in Sermon on the Mount, PP Matthew 5:43-44 3. over time, popularity of Jesus caused ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 16, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 873 views

    2 Corinthians 7:1 is a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God.

    Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises 2 Corinthians 7:1 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God. Our key verse for this message is 2 Corinthians 7:1 (NLT): "Because we have these promises, dear friends, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Procuring The Blessings Of God

    Contributed by James May on Sep 21, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,013 views

    Have you ever considered why some receive a blessing while others nearby don’t. This sermon speaks concerning the pre-requisites for receiving God’s blessings.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    A Big View Of God

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 29, 2001
    based on 188 ratings
     | 15,915 views

    Don’t we have big problems, big worries, and big questions? Of course we do, and the only thing that can truly help us is a big view of God. This message challenges people to take a step closer to God and see God in everyday life.

    “A Big View of God” Cheap Seats Luke 18:35-43 If you were going to a sporting event, or concert what we would be the best seats? If you were going to a basketball game it would be center court front row. If it were football it would be the 50-yard line, front row. If it were a concert it would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gods Christmas List

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 3, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,583 views

    Here in what is called the Gospel in a verse we find that God also has a Christmas list. This list was purchased with the precious blood of Jesus the perfect gift.

    Intro: Everyone has a list for Christmas. Here in John 3.16 we see Jesus tell Nicodemus that he must be born again in order to see the Kingdom of God. In this wonderful verse called the Little Gospel we see God’s shopping list for all those who would receive the gift of His Son Jesus. Why did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    God's Ultimate Plan

    Contributed by James May on Mar 5, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 14,323 views

    The Only True God speaks out for all men to hear. Come to Me! Assemble yourselves to Me! No other God can save but ME!

    GOD’S ULTIMATE PLAN By Pastor Jim May This morning I want to read to you and expound upon one of the most beautiful passages in the Bible, found in Isaiah chapter 45. In this chapter we can sense the power, majesty, glory and love of God, expressed from his own lips, to those who are his own ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brian Moon avatar

    God Is Dead??? "Is It Reasonable To Believe In God?"

    Contributed by Brian Moon on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,875 views

    2 part sermon that ask if it is reasonable to believe in God, and then if Christianity is the best picture of that belief in God.

    God is Dead??? (Is it reasonable to believe in God) by Brian A. Moon Story – It was my first year at Palm Beach Atlantic College when a person I latter became good friends with ask me questions that I had never thought of growing up in the church. They ripped my faith apart with their arguments ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Develop Prayer Points - God’s Way

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 2, 2019
     | 10,813 views

    Coming up with prayer points that God will answer is not an impossible exercise. Begin by practicing praying the word of God and you are well on the way to having your prayers answered. Holy Spirit will assist you.

    Text: “Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.” I John 5:14-15 NKJV It seems that often the children of God find it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Gill avatar

    The River Of God I

    Contributed by Mike Gill on Apr 5, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,373 views

    The River of God which flows from the throne [Rev. 22:1 is thought to be something we will experience in the hear-after. It’s to our advantage, however to access this river of blessings today. Jesus is the living water, he provides all we need today. T

    THE RIVER OF GOD I REVELATION 22:1 Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. THE RIVER OF THE WATER OF LIFE! YES! THAT’S WHAT WE WANT! VERSE ONE INVOKES A ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Giving Thanks Is God's Will PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,116 views

    Explores the interconnectedness of recognizing God's blessings, cultivating gratitude, and living out biblical teachings on thankfulness in all circumstances.

    Welcome, dear friends and family in Christ, to this blessed gathering of hearts and minds. We gather here today, not as strangers passing in the night, but as brothers and sisters knit together by the unbreakable bond of God's love. It is a love that transcends the boundaries of time and space, a ...read more

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  • Mark Wood avatar

    Facing Down Opposition

    Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,675 views

    Dr. Wood used this sermon to encourage the listeners that in the midst of opposition all Christian can draw from a higher power, and that power is from the Holy Spirit.

    Some history must be covered before we can understand what took place and how we can apply this passage of Scripture to our lives today. First take note of verse 2 they, the apostles taught the people and preached in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. In verse one if we were to do a literal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Bodenhamer avatar

    The Good Way

    Contributed by Bobby Bodenhamer on Oct 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,788 views

    Drawing from Jeremiah’s call to the "ancient paths" this sermon encourages the Christian to make sure they choose the correct "way" as they live out their Christian life.

    God’s Way is the Good Way Jeremiah 6:16-21 By Bobby G. Bodenhamer, D.Min. For October 19, 2008 Introduction - A life of "change" Isn’t it remarkable how rapidly things change? In looking at this passage in Jeremiah my mind was drawn back over my life time. I was borne (I think I was born. Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The Joy Of Learning Contentment Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 13, 2010
    based on 44 ratings
     | 34,420 views

    This sermon give four insights on learning contentment. 1. Learn Not to Compare Yourself To OTHERS 2. Learn To Adapt To CHANGE 3. Learn To Draw On Christ’s POWER 4. Learn To Trust GOD

    The Joy of Learning Contentment In 1965 the rock band, The Rolling Stones, released a song – (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction. It was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. It became the Rolling Stones first number one hit in the United Sates. In this world there are many people that seem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala avatar

    Jesus The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Jan 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 769 views

    When God the Father draws us to Himself by reminding us of Home through the taste of Heaven's food, Jesus, the Bread of Life, we come to know that our Father is with us always

    You heard me say last Sunday that our son left the nest in May and moved into his own house. We miss him very much at home. However, because he lives only about twelve minutes away, we do not experience the separation as much as we would have otherwise. About two times each week, he comes home in ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Benefits Of Praising God

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 11,391 views

    Praise helps us bring others to worship Him so His kingdom and righteousness may grow in quantity and quality through the ministry of His church. “Those who know your name will trust in you, for you Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you

    Fifty Benefits That You Gain By Praising God (Ephesians 1) Illustration:I think we delight to praise what we enjoy because the praise not merely expresses but completes the enjoyment. It is not out of compliment that lovers keep on telling one another how beautiful they are; the delight is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational