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  • Bruce Landry avatar

    Real Forgiveness From God Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 20, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 10,406 views

    Joseph will show real God like characteristics in Forgiving his brothers and God continues to care for the nation of Israel during this time of famine.

    Real Forgiveness from God A. Reason and Recognition B. Rebukes, Requirements and Remorse C. Restraint and Return D. Review Have you ever been in a situation where you do something that you know is wrong but you justify yourself in the fact the “the other person deserved it”, “the other person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary's Treasure Chest (Revised)

    Contributed by David Fox on Nov 12, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 6,861 views

    Things that helped mary know the messiah.

    Mary’s Treasure Chest Luke 2:1-35; 42-52 I. The Christmas story from Scripture: 1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Looking Back, Planning Ahead

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 23, 2004
    based on 460 ratings
     | 57,517 views

    In preparation for the new year we must look back, but also plan ahead.

    INTRO.- ILL.- Someone came up with these humorous observations or insights about life. 1) A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand. 2) I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food. 3) If it weren’t for STRESS I’d have no energy at all. 4) Whatever hits the fan will not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rewards Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 7, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 17,340 views

    Malachi - The Final Prophet (part 8) Godly Insight for Today & Malachi 3:13-18

    ✎ Like many adult children, I have some things left over from my growing up days still tucked away somewhere at my mom and dad’s house. One is a wall plaque I was given the summer of my high school graduation. My name is engraved below the words "Evangel Temple Worker of the Year." This ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Delight Of Wisdom

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Sep 26, 2004
    based on 53 ratings
     | 14,768 views

    Lady Wisdom explains her sheer delight in being in the presence of Almighty God and witnessing His glory and grandeur. We are encouraged to join her in amazement at God’s ability to construct and sustain the Universe as well as our lives.

    The Delight of Wisdom Proverbs 8:22-31 Throughout our study of Proverbs we have examined the best practical advice for living life that the world has ever known. The broad range of Solomon’s advice to his son is just as relevant, just as applicable today as it was in the day in which these lessons ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sometimes The Way Up Is Down

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,987 views

    The true values in the kingdom have an upside down perspective to life that is modeled by Jesus in that the way up to God is down in submission to Him completely.

    SOMETIMES THE WAY UP IS DOWN Philippians 2:5-11 Proposition: The true values in the kingdom have an upside down perspective to life that is modeled by Jesus in that the way up to God is down in submission to Him completely. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to be willing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Turns My Wailing Into Dancing

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jul 3, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 17,513 views

    God works deep in our lives to transform our deepest sorrow into an abiding joy. David knew this, despite that fact that he was one messed-up fella, and despite that parts of his life stunk. What's the journey from wailing to dancing, from despair to joy?

    Sermon for Church at the Mission – July 3, 2016 The live version of this sermon is here: https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/26627107/posts/1077921147 In God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, whether we're doing well or poorly, whether we're in deep despair or dancing on a mountain top, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith Is An Action Word

    Contributed by Arthur Miller on Jan 16, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,478 views

    There is a lot of debate about Faith vs. Works, but when we look at God's word we see Faith and works are combined. We cannot have faith without works, because faith is an action word. This lesson explores this concept through the Lady Be Good.

    Opening Story; The Lady Be Good The year 1942 was a dark day of World War II. Britain under Churchill stood alone against Adolf Hitler. The United States under Roosevelt was in the process of mobilizing. Churchill’s labour deputy Prime Minister said, “Our Prime Minister wins every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Ask For Whatever You Want

    Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 29, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,830 views

    There are times in our lives that we need assistance in making sound decisions. Many decisions made are good but are they godly? True wisdom starts with a heart full of faith, not a head full of facts.

    “A person is not necessarily smart just because he says things that are smart.” There are some individuals that believe they know everything no matter what the topic may be. Actually, there are some who before you can finish asking the question they already have an answer. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John 3:16

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Jan 12, 2015
     | 6,797 views

    john 3:16

    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. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

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    What If John 3:16 Were Not True

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 5, 2013
    based on 27 ratings
     | 87,327 views

    A salvation sermon asking & answering these questions: 1) What if God had not loved the world; 2) What if God had not sent his son; 3) What if God's offer of salvation was not for the "whosoevers"; and 4) What if God's offer were not based on faith.

    What if John 3:16 Were Not True Chuck Sligh August 4, 2013 NOTE: The skeleton is based on a sermon in one of Roger Cambell’s “Preach for a Year” outline books, but the meat I put on this skeleton is all my own fault! BTW, both times I have preached this message, God blessed it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wandering From The Light Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 28, 2019
     | 8,085 views

    A person may be walking in the Light of Christ and then take their eyes off from Him. This always leads to the disaster of walking in the darkness if it goes unchecked and unrepented for too long. Don't take the first step in the wrong direction ...

    Wandering From The LIGHT Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 John 1:5-7 “This is the message we have heard from Him and declare to you: God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    6th Sunday After Epiphany, Year C. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 7, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,540 views

    February 16th, 2022.

    Jeremiah 17:5-10, Psalm 1, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26. A). A TREE PLANTED BY THE WATERS. Jeremiah 17:5-10. The prophet Jeremiah’s response to the political and international situation of his day was, “Thus says the LORD” (Jeremiah 17:5). And what does the LORD say? He says, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Theme For End Of The Year Program PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 370 views

    No matter how weary or uncertain we feel at year’s end, Christ’s presence and strength sustain us and give hope for every day ahead.

    Some of us count the days on the calendar with a sigh. Others count with a smile. Many of us do both. The year has been a quilt of bright patches and frayed threads—birthdays and funerals, milestones and setbacks, answered prayers and unanswered questions. The days have left their marks. Your ...read more

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    A Better Way To Worship

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 31, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,555 views

    What are some ways we try to make worship better? The answer is closer than you think! (15th Sunday after Pentecost)

    A BETTER WAY TO WORSHIP (Romans 12:1-8) Introduction: We have been discussing, as we work our way through Romans, how in the past the people of God had consisted of only one nation: the nation of Israel. Now, because Jesus’ life-saving work of redemption applies to all people, God’s promised ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran