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  • David Owens avatar

    We Are The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,912 views

    In this lesson we explore this important truth and talk about how to draw others to Christ.

    Introduction: A. Today we return to our series called “Transforming Truths.” 1. I pray that our attention to these simple, foundational truths has been a blessing to you. 2. So far in the series, we have been reminded of such important truths like the fact that we are loved by God, and forgiven by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross

    Contributed by Ray Swift on Aug 10, 2017
     | 6,274 views

    Based on the hymn this message draws the believer back to the cross to experience the love and grace of Jesus.

    FB, Lafayette July 16, 2017 Sunday Evening I Cherish The Old Rugged Cross Philippians 2:8-11; Galatians 6:14 Intro.: I can only recall his first name as Alister, yet his name is really not all that important tonight but I wish I had a picture of Alister because -- if a picture is worth a thousand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Forms Of Poverty: Our Responsibility Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 28, 2017
     | 4,604 views

    "It is essential to draw near to new forms of poverty and vulnerability, and recognize the suffering Christ."

    Feast of the Purification/Presentation 2017 Joy of the Gospel I have a special affection for this feast, which celebrates the bringing of Jesus to the Temple forty days after His birth, because I was baptized on this day seventy years ago. It is called Candlemas, because a procession with candles ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Tale Of Two Waters

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,887 views

    To encourage the congregation to draw near to Christ in order to find a genuine quenching for their spiritual thirst.

    A Tale of Two Waters John 4:6-42 (portions) {NIV} Sermon Objective: To encourage the congregation to draw near to Christ in order to find a genuine quenching for their spiritual thirst. Supporting Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7; 1 Corinthians 10:1-4; John 7:37-39 4Now he had to go through Samaria. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Can These Bones Live?

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 16, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 4,029 views

    An Easter Sunrise message, drawing the conclusion that since God took care of Israel as a nation, and Jesus as His Son, He will care for us too.

    ***AN EASTER SUNRISE MESSAGE OF RESURRECTION HOPE*** "Can These Bones Live" Ezekiel 37.1-14 Charles Dicken’s epic tale of struggle during the days of the Russian Revolution, "A Tale of Two Cities" begins, "It was the best of times; it was the worst of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Fulfilled Life Series

    Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,556 views

    Fulfillment In Life Will Only Come When You “Draw Nigh To God” Through The Lord Jesus Christ & Experience The Power Of His Endless Life!

    Introduction: 1. Have You Ever Heard Of Living “The Fulfilled Life?” We Probably Have All Heard Of It – Since Just About Everyone Wants It! But What Makes Someone’s Life “Fulfilled”? It All Depends On Your Individual Goals & Desires In Life! Who Do You Think Lives A “Fulfilled Life?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Wilderness Experience"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 10, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,431 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God draws believers and non-believers out to the WILDERNESS in order to spiritually toughen/strengthen them.

    6 December 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel F.O.B. Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: God draws both believers and non-believers, out to the WILDERNESS, in order to spiritually toughen/strengthen them. REFERENCES: Second Sunday of Advent; Isaiah 40:1-11 (ESV); Psalm 85:1-2, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Train Your Eyes To Look Away From Evil

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 17, 2025
     | 512 views

    The eyes are a powerful gateway to the soul, and what we allow them to focus on can either draw us closer to God or lead us into sin

    Title: TRAIN YOUR EYES TO LOOK AWAY FROM EVIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 11:1-17 Supporting Texts: Job 31:1, Matthew 5:28-29, Psalm 101:3, Proverbs 4:25-27 INTRODUCTION: The eyes are a powerful gateway to the soul, and what we allow them to focus on can either draw us closer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Wisdom Attracts The Nations Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 153 views

    This chapter teaches that true wisdom is attractive and magnetic. When God grants wisdom, it draws people, resources, honour, and influence from distant places.

    WHEN WISDOM ATTRACTS THE NATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 10:1-29 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7-9; Matthew 5:14-16; Daniel 1:17-20; James 3:17; Isaiah 60:1-3 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 10 presents a glorious moment in the reign of Solomon—the visit of the Queen of Sheba, a powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Testing & Persevering Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,116 views

    Trials test our faith and produce perseverance. We can find joy in trials because they shape us and draw us closer to God.

    Today, ,we're going to deep dive into the book of James. James, Jesus' half-brother and a big deal in the early church, wrote this letter to encourage believers who were having a rough time. James talks a lot about faith and actions going hand in hand. Let's see what he has to say about handling ...read more

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    Don't Look Back PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,808 views

    This sermon encourages believers to heed God's warnings, replace fear with faith, and focus on moving forward, drawing lessons from the story of Lot's wife.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It is a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We gather together, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united in Christ. We are a tapestry of God's grace, a symphony of his love, each one of us a unique ...read more

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    Going From Strength To Strength PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,029 views

    This sermon explores how believers draw strength from God's Spirit, sustaining their faith and enabling them to face daily challenges with wisdom and resilience.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of the Lord, ready to open our hearts and minds to His holy Word? As we come together in fellowship, let's remember that we are not alone. We are part of a vast family of believers, all seeking the same ...read more

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    God’s Sustaining Grace

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 4, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,852 views

    This sermon looks at God's grace and how it sustains us through times of temptations, tiredness, and troubles.

    God’s Sustaining Grace It seems that many people are going through so much. It’s really unbelievable. It ranges from those with a wide variety of illnesses to those whose stress levels have reached so high they’re one tick away from a heart attack. And let’s not forget about those whose emotions ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Qualities Of God’s Champions

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025
     | 236 views

    These champions are not always the strongest by human standards, but they are marked by spiritual qualities that set them apart.

    QUALITIES OF GOD’S CHAMPIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:11-16 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 17:32-37, Daniel 6:1-10, Acts 4:13, Hebrews 11:32-34 INTRODUCTION: God's champions are not born from the crowd—they are raised through encounters, discipline, and obedience. In every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Is There Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014
     | 9,659 views

    A reminder that the basic truth of God's existence is the foundation of our worldview

    Mark Scott told the story of a student in Bible College who was running late for his 7AM class. The class had started and was in the middle of morning prayer when he stumbled in, panting, arm loaded with books. The prayer just continued. As he attempted to sit down, his books all dropped out all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ