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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #1seasons Of Testing Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 7, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,706 views

    We begin a series on the testing process of life.

    This is Part #1 Seasons of testing... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 7:25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew; and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon the ROCK! James 1:13 -15, But every man is tempted, when he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How Do We Influence Our Society?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 17, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,380 views

    We’ve tried all sorts of ways of trying to impact our culture. What does Jesus have to say about the way to make a difference in society?

    How Do We Influence Our Society? It’s not through programs. It’s not through politics. It’s not through buildings. It’s not through books. It’s not through ideas. - Only focus on the negative ideas here. 1. Programs. - “If our church could get more programs going, we could make a huge ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Foolish Christians

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 6, 2013
     | 2,491 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you foolish? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show foolishness starts when grace ends. IV. TEXT: Galatians 3:3 (The Living Bible) Then have you gone completely crazy? For if trying to obey the Je

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you foolish? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show foolishness starts when grace ends. IV. TEXT: Galatians 3:3 (The Living Bible) Then have you gone completely crazy? For if trying to obey the Jewish laws never gave you spiritual life in the first place, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Basic Foundational Truths Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 29, 2016
     | 8,987 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Priest. This is a picture of the basics of the faith.

    Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Priest [#4] THE BASIC FOUNDATIONAL TRUTHS Hebrews 6:1-12 Introduction: Last week, we looked at this side note section about Christian immaturity. The writer stopped writing about Jesus being the better Priest; and told the people that they needed to grow up. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    A Splitting Headache Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2021
     | 3,834 views

    Today’s sermon revolves around a working mother who is a judge-prophetess, a superstitious general, some really bad weather, and a headache to end all headaches.

    A Splitting Headache (Judges 4:1-24) 1. Billy, a 4 year old boy, goes to the doctor with a number of symptoms, including a headache. The doctor asks, "Billy, can you tell me what's bothers you the most?" Billy replies: "I'd have to say my little sister." 2. What do ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Squandering Grace Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2025
     | 677 views

    We must make the most of every opportunity God provides for us each day. May we never brush off or squander our time, talents, and resources to be spiritually fruitful.

    THROUGHOUT THE HISTORY OF THE CHURCH, WE HAVE SEEN MANY GREAT REVIVALS AND GREAT AWAKENINGS. HOWEVER, OF LATE, WE NOT ONLY WONDER WHEN THE LAST TIME REVIVAL HAPPENED, BUT WHAT IS HAPPENING TO OUR CHURCHES TODAY? I AM WONDERING IF THE CHURCH BECAME INVOLVED IN A THREE-WAY RACE AGAINST A SLOTH AND A ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Zak Saenz avatar

    1 John 3:11-24 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Mar 25, 2025
     | 687 views

    1 John 3:11-24

    1 John 3:11-24 Love One Another We need to always be remind that as we study scripture we are looking at the context in which the section of scripture is written. This helps us to ensure that we are not causing any issues with what God is saying to us. The context here in these verses is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    Earning Your Money Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 9, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,514 views

    Proverbs is God’s little book of wisdom. One area of life that’s covered in Proverbs is personal finance.

    Today, I warn you that I will be using a four letter word that some of you might not like: WORK! Work gets mixed reviews, doesn’t it? Some of us work too much. We are a nation of workaholics. People working 60, 70, 80 hours a week to “get ahead.” People who work early, stay late, and bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Pugh avatar

    Do All To Stand Series

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007
     | 3,954 views

    How should a Christian stand when dealing with political issues.

    Series: America, Bless God Sermon Title: Do all to Stand Sunday, October 23, 2004 Intro: “the sons of Issachar who had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do” We have now reached the point when political debates deal essentially with the most fundamental matters of right ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    It's Not About The Wall

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 5, 2010
    based on 74 ratings
     | 21,237 views

    The wall is finished, but the real work has just begun. It's not about the wall, it's about the Word and the Worship that will be shared within the walls. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    It's Not About the Wall Nehemiah 8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/NotAboutTheWall.html We've spent 18 sermons on the rebuilding of the wall. But it's not about the wall, it's about the Word, and the worship. In spite of all the dirty devil's efforts to prevent it from taking form, the wall was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    It�s Not About The Gifts

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,175 views

    Gifts, even good gifts such as family and Christmas traditions, are only a shadow of the Giver.

    Christmas � It�s Not About the Gifts TCF Sermon December 13, 2009 When we think of Christmas, it brings to mind many different things perhaps different things for each of us. Of course, the good, Christian answer to the question, what do you think of when you think of Christmas, is that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Growing In Grace Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 30, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,209 views

    Prior to salvation, Paul lived a life of prestige, authority, and power. Following salvation, he learned much he once considered gain was actually loss. As he grew in grace, he realized the abundance available in Christ. He lost much, yet he gained more.

    Growing in Grace Philippians 3: 7-11 Our text today is actually a continuation of the verses we considered in our last study. In order to fully understand what Paul has taught in our text, we must look at this passage in light of its context. Previously Paul had counseled believers regarding their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Bryant avatar

    God's Power Toward Us Who Believe

    Contributed by Mike Bryant on Mar 3, 2021
     | 4,316 views

    Man has always sought unlimited power. God has given believers just that. What is this power that God has given us, and how do we avoid squandering it?

    I) The search for unlimited power has been constant theme of history. A) Politically, we see this in attempts throughout history to rule the world. For example, Alexander the Great ruled Greece at the age of sixteen and soon set out on a conquest that saw him ruling most of the known Western ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeremias Fababier avatar

    Accurate Life (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Feb 28, 2008
     | 2,911 views

    We can have religion but no religiosity. Know what true religion that pleases God.

    TOPIC: ACCURATE LIFE (PART 3) (6th of a Series in the Book of James – A Life That Make a Difference Series) Text: James 1:26-27 “26 If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    "Unless The Lord Builds The House"

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Sep 20, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 42,684 views

    The opening line of Psalm 127 emphasizes a theme that runs through both Psalm 127 and 128 – without God’s direct and crucial involvement in its building and protection, no house, city, or family will survive.

    Note: I have developed a few slides in PowerPoint that I used in delivering this sermon. They're not fancy, but if anyone is interested in them I will send them to you directly by Email. Send your request to sam@srmccormick.net with the word Slides in the subject. “UNLESS THE LORD BUILDS THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ