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    The Law Vs. Grace Vs. Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 160 views

    God’s promises are received by faith, not by our efforts; grace, not performance, secures our acceptance and hope in Christ.

    Some of us walked in today with lists—mental ledgers of what we did right and where we fell short. We carry them like heavy backpacks. We whisper, “Maybe if I try harder, God will be pleased.” And our hearts grow tired, tight, and tentative. Then we come to Romans 4 and hear a fresh breeze blow ...read more

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    Rooting Out Rot Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,672 views

    Assessing and addressing the rot in evangelical churches requires a return to biblical holiness.

    JAMES 1:19-21 ROOTING OUT ROT “Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Journey Into The Unknown

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Sep 20, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,155 views

    Our Christian walk is an adventurous journey into the unknown which 1) Begins with God, 2) Requires steadfast faith, 3) Continues through relationship and 4) Requires action.

    INTRODUCTION We have all heard the term “The Christian Walk” used in conversation at different times. It refers to an individual’s personal, spiritual journey. Many times we have false expectations of what the “Christian Walk” should be like. Many times we believe that it should be free from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Strong In The Lord

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 11, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,389 views

    Let’s think about what is required to be strong in the Lord. It requires: 1- Taking a stand against the devil 2- Putting on the armor of God 3- Praying in the Spirit

    INTRO. - Be strong. Be strong in the Lord. We can choose to be strong in ourselves or we can choose to be strong in the Lord. TAKE YOUR CHOICE! Most people (or many) choose to be strong in themselves. They want to be in control and do their own thing. They pride themselves on being a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "United Or Untied: Where Am I?” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 5, 2009
     | 5,936 views

    Church unity requires our behaving in such a way as to not grieve the work of the Holy Spirit.

    In a church bulletin, a hurried secretary typed “the church was untied,” instead of, “the church was united.” What was out of place? The “I” was! In our passage for today, Paul tells us about unity in the church. As he does, he says that the unity of the church is a spiritual reality; but also a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Law Of Seedtime And Harvest Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 5, 2026
     | 220 views

    God established a divine principle: what is sown will determine the harvest, teaching that effort, diligence, and faithfulness produce measurable results.

    THE LAW OF SEEDTIME AND HARVEST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 8:22, Galatians 6:7-9 Key Verse: “While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night shall not cease.” — Genesis 8:22 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7; Proverbs 11:2-25; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Same Old Same Old--Vs Change

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2022
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     | 3,231 views

    We are commanded to grow in grace. Real growth demands effort and a good plan. Will we stay the same and refuse to change?

    THE SAME OLD SAME OLD VS. CHANGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT IF A CATERPILLAR DESIRED TO STAY A CATERPILLAR? CHANGE: Let us look at complete metamorphosis. There are four stages of growth. EGG, LARVA (CATERPILLAR), PUPA (COCOON), ADULT (BUTTERFLY.) Maybe use the frog: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Restores Your Wasted Labour Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2026
     | 113 views

    This message reveals God’s power to redeem, recover, and reward every sincere effort that seemed lost, delayed, or unproductive.

    THE GOD WHO RESTORES YOUR WASTED LABOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:23-27; Luke 5:1-7 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.” — Joel 2:25 Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Nightly Visitor

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,665 views

    Jesus explains to Nicodemus the mandatory requirement for entrance into the kingdom of God.

    Scripture Reading: John 3:1-17 Message: “The Nightly Visitor” Text: This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him” (John 3:2). 1. Who was this man who came to Jesus by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Considering The Coming

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,388 views

    The preparation made for the coming of the Christ, and what is required of us today.

    Considering The Coming Of The Christ I. THE PREPARATION BY THE FATHER a) THE COMING TO EARTH Isaiah 6:8 I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" b) THE COMING TO THE CROSS Colossians 1:16 – 20 by him all things ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    You Can Tell A Lot About God Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 7, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,413 views

    Believing prayer requires knowing the God to whom we pray.

    You Can Tell a Lot about God by the People He Hangs Out With! [You Can Tell A Lot About God—Part 1] Exodus 3:1-15 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: We are in the midst of a on-going study of the Lord’s Prayer, or the Disciples’ Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Must" In Serving The Lord!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,304 views

    There are four requirements a Christian should know before serving the Lord!

    We MUST serve Christ! Introduction: A. Paul’s background. l. Education-Studied under Gamaliel.(Acts 22:3, 26:4-5) 2. Position-Pharisee of Pharisees, devoted Jew. (Gal. 1:4, Phil. 3:5) 3. Name "Saul" (Acts 13:9) 4. He was a Roman Citizen (Acts 22:28) 5. Birth place - Tarsus, busy Roman-Greek ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ye Must Be Born Again!

    Contributed by David Seeley on Nov 30, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,153 views

    The requirement for receiving forgiveness for sin and a home in Heaven is a new birth.

    Text: John 3:1-16 1. Who must be born again? Romans 3:23 “All have sinned and come short of the glory of God” Isaiah 64:6 “But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.” 2. Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Compassion Does Something

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 567 ratings
     | 20,694 views

    Compassion is the heart of God and it requires us to do something...anything!

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Compassion Does Something! Pastor Jerry C. Vargo Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sometimes Only A Party Will Do

    Contributed by Bradley Hall on Jul 19, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 2,454 views

    Fellowship is fine, but the miraculous joy of Easter requires something more.

    Please note: The “Party Rules” herein referred to are taken in large part (and without permission) from P.J. O’Rourke’s Modern Manners, Chapter 19: Real Parties. We still tell the story in my family of how my great-grandfather and my great-grandmother -- Dad Benson and Mama Benson -- John and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed