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  • Paul L Brantley avatar

    Who Cares?

    Contributed by Paul L Brantley on Apr 5, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,092 views

    We live in a world where it is hard to find people who care. We live in a world where people are willing give money and even time to help people we don’t know. But at the same time, we often ignore people we do know who are in a spiritual pits.

    I spent this week with Joseph on his journey and in the pit. I wanted to feel and think what Joseph felt and thought. Listen to Joseph’s thinking, as he approached his brothers. It has been a long walk from Hebron to Shechem to Dothan. My father wanted me to visit my brothers to check up on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Saul's Testing

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,536 views

    A look at the testing of Saul at Gilgal. Looks at what God was attempting to do in Saul’s life. Encourages the people to walk in obedience

    1 Samuel 13:5-14 Saul’s Testing Purpose Statement: To encourage the congregation to walk in obedience. Background: Samuel doesn’t arrive at Gilgal when Saul expects him. The men are terrified of a terrific army in front of them. Saul and the men are filled with fear. Fear leads Saul to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Amazing Race: Journeying As A Team Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,628 views

    At some point in our lives we will face difficulty. Will we find ourselves alone, or will be have a team that comforts and encourages us?

    The Amazing Race The Amazing Race: Journeying as a Team Philippians 1:6-30 (part two) What will happen in our lives in the next 6 months that is difficult? How I face the roadblocks and detours of the race? 1) Listen to God daily for instructions. a) To have Him change me from the inside ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let That Be A Lesson To You Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 4, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,976 views

    Paul in writing to the Christians at Corinth encourages them to learn lessons, not only from their own mistakes but also from the mistakes of their forefathers.

    “Let That Be A Lesson To You” 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 INTRODUCTION Often while growing up (and even still today) when I would make a mistake my dad was always there to encourage me not to make the same mistake twice. His encouragement came in the form of his sage wisdom, “Let that be a lesson to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    People Of Israel, It Is Time To Get Serious

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 24, 2002
    based on 248 ratings
     | 14,049 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to get serious about their relationship with the Lord. The sermon illustrates three ways to get serious about the Lord

    I. Introduction a. Joshua’s farewell speech. b. Joshua’s last words were for the people of Israel to get serious about the Lord. c. God wants us to be serious in our walk with Him! d. In the text we find three ways that we can get serious about the Lord. II. The First way to get serious about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessing Of Endurance

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 28, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,142 views

    James gives his church a message of hope in hopeless times. He encourages people to endure to the end, to be blessed through tribulation

    Intro: as I read the New Testament, and realize what the early church faced, and look at today’s prosperity preaching, hyper-faith preaching, happily ever after preaching, never have a bad day preaching, I wonder how early Christians would have fared under this soft, fluffy, easy listening ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Without A Doubt PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,139 views

    The power of unwavering faith in God, as demonstrated by Daniel in the face of adversity, and encourages us to trust and believe in Jesus for our own victories.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into the book of Daniel, specifically Daniel 6:1-28 - a story that truly reflects the power of faith in Christ, the strength of trusting in God, and the victory of believing in Jesus. As we journey through this passage, let's keep in mind the words of the ...read more

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    What Is Your King? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,277 views

    This sermon encourages understanding and living under Christ's reign, emphasizing the importance of serving others as a reflection of serving Christ, our King.

    Good morning, dear friends. We are here today, gathered as a family in faith. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow. We are here to understand more about our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to understand His role in our lives and how we can live under His reign. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

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    I Am With You Always PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,082 views

    This sermon explores the promise of Christ's constant presence, encouraging believers to live confidently, knowing they are never alone, guided by Jesus' omnipresence.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a heartwarming pleasure to stand before you today, knowing that we gather not just in the name of fellowship and community, but in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. The same Jesus who, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, promised us in Matthew 28:20, "And ...read more

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    A Sanctified Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 845 views

    This sermon encourages believers to answer God's call to holiness, surrendering their will to Him, trusting Him in all circumstances, and striving for a sanctified life.

    Welcome, beloved in Christ! What a joy it is to gather together today, united by our shared faith, our shared love of the Lord, and the shared desire to deepen our understanding of His Word. We stand here, not as individuals, but as a family, bound by the love of Christ and the fellowship of the ...read more

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    Light Vs. Dark

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 11, 2021
     | 2,442 views

    We are encourage to live in the light of Christ.

    Light Vs. Dark John 3: 14 - 21 Intro: 2 gentlemen were seated next to each other on a plane. One turned to the other, “What do you do?” He answered, “I’m a pastor.” “Oh,” said the 1st man. “I don’t believe in that religious stuff. It’s for kids you know, ‘Jesus love me this I know, for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    An Excellent Spirit

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on May 5, 2013
     | 10,163 views

    We all should be striving for excellence in all aspects of our life and living. Jesus Christ and His shed blood is a clear path to His greatness.

    Quotes: “Anything worth doing, is worth doing right.” ― Hunter S. Thompson “Next to excellence is the appreciation of it.” -William Makepeace Thackeray “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” -Aristotle ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Experience Connection

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 31, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,814 views

    Sermon encouraging Christians to be part of a small group Bible study and showing the importance of that in our lives.

    Experience Connection Acts 2:41-47 Be devoted to Bible Study Be devoted to fellowship Be devoted to prayer Slide Have you ever had a relationship where you truly felt connected but only to have that connection fade away? Perhaps in your marriage, you have experienced that? You felt as you got ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Brethren, Pray For Us

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 16, 2008
     | 4,500 views

    Pastors need prayer and encouragement, but it is important for the congregation to first KNOW what pastors actually do.

    Brethren, Pray For Us I Peter 5:1-4 Acts 20:28-31 Ephesians 4:11-13 Purpose: To explain the responsibilities that pastors have. Aim: I want the listener to select pastors wisely and pray diligently for them. INTRODUCTION: I have a two fold purpose for reviewing what the Bible teaches about ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Belonging To A Spiritual Family

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 22,141 views

    Just like a natural family with parents, children, and siblings, the church family is God’s idea. God knew that people would need help along the way as they struggle against an unseen enemy. It is a privilege and a blessing to belong to a spiritual family

    Belonging to a Spiritual Family 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5 Intro: There are many organizations or groups you could be a part of these days, but I believe none is more meaningful to your life and spiritual health than belonging to and being part of a spiritual family. Your church family should be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God