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    Building To Unite PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,361 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to be living stones, building their lives on Christ's foundation, and to let God's Word deeply influence their daily lives.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a joy to gather together in this sacred assembly, where we are united in the love of Christ, bound by the ties of shared faith, and drawn together in the pursuit of spiritual growth. We are here to seek wisdom, to find comfort, to offer praise, and to learn ...read more

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    Foot Washing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,813 views

    To explore Jesus' act of washing his disciples' feet as an ultimate demonstration of humility and love, and encourages us to emulate this humility in our daily lives.

    Good morning, Church Family! Let me start off by sharing a beautiful quote from the renowned Christian author and preacher, A.W. Tozer. He once said, "Humility is not a grace that can be achieved, it's a grace that comes when we have nothing left to protect or project or prove." This profound ...read more

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    You Can Have A Guide Series

    Contributed by Dan Stires on Jan 18, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,543 views

    The Holy Spirit was promised by God to the believers and will be with us to guide, encourage, convict, and open our eyes to our spiritual needs

    You Can Have a Guide "Our Guide and Companion -- Don’t leave without Him." Scripture Reading: John 16:12-15 Intro: Last week we began our series on THE QUEST - The Power to be Free - Discovering Life in the Spirit of Christ. I trust the majority of you started in this study in your Small ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Perfect Father

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 11, 2015
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    There is the debt of gratitude, the debt of service, and obligation but the greatest debt that a father can teach his children about is the debt of love owed to God the Father for providing a Savior who paid the price for their sins.

    Message: There have been many great fathers throughout history who are wonderful examples of self-sacrifice, commitment, leadership and strength. Men who were excellent role models for their children. But Jesus tells us that our Heavenly Father is the greatest of all because He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Is Your King? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,251 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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    Worshiping The True Living God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,007 views

    Encourages us to live a life of true worship, seeking the Spirit and serving in truth daily, as God desires from His worshipers.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this place of comfort and community, a sanctuary where we gather to share in the Word of God and to seek His wisdom and guidance. It is a joy and a privilege to join you today as we turn our hearts and minds to the profound and inspiring words of John 4:23-24, a passage ...read more

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    Christian Character In The Workplace PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,489 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to actively live out their faith in their workplaces, embodying Christlike character and promoting Kingdom values as God's ambassadors.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I want to share with you today a message that I believe God has placed on my heart for His people. It's a message that speaks to us, not just as individuals, but as a collective body of believers, as a community of faith, as the Church. It's a message about our ...read more

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    What Do We Do When Our Loved Ones Die? Series

    Contributed by Doug Warren on Jan 15, 2001
    based on 694 ratings
     | 47,548 views

    The disciples’actions when John the Baptist died offer us helpful suggestions of what to do when our loved ones die. (*appropriate for graveside service)

    Intro: When John the Baptist died tragically, the disciples of Jesus exemplified what we must do today when our loved ones die. Let us notice what verse 14 says: I. THE DISCIPLES CAME 1. They stopped what they were doing, came together from various places. 2. Sadly, funerals are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Courage Before Them - Part 1 Of 13 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 3, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,062 views

    Having addressed the subject of Salvation and the Second Coming in the first chapter, Paul now turns to address Service and the Second Coming of Christ in chapter 2 of 1 Thessalonians.

    “Service and the Second Coming” - Part 1 of 13 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 "Paul’s Courage Before Them" 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2 I. Paul’s COURAGE before the Thessalonians. (vv. 1-4). A. His APPROACH towards them was not in vain. (v.1) entrance was neither empty-handed nor fruitless 1 Thessalonians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Lessons And Carols Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Dec 17, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 67,293 views

    This is a Christmas Eve Candelite Lord’s Supper Service using seven candles, and lessons with each one. You will also use individual candles for each participant.

    Christmas Eve Candelite Lord’s Supper Service "SEVEN LESSONS AND CAROLS" INTRODUCTORY Prelude "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear" Meditation: The circular candle ring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love And Insanity

    Contributed by John Nadasi on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 6,249 views

    This is a sermon with a strong call to stewardship as a response to God’s eternal love. This includes prayer, presence, gifts, and service as well as how we live our lives.

    Paonia United Methodist Church October 9, 2002 Rev. John Nadasi Matthew 21:33-46 The parallels are clear. The Pharisees knew he was talking about them. They had been given a vineyard to work in. Overtime, they claimed the vineyard as their own, No longer open to the outsider, but instead, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Confusion Clouds

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 29, 2002
    based on 135 ratings
     | 6,473 views

    This is a sunrise service message which focuses on what we can learn from Mary Magdalene about how to recognize the voice of Christ through the clouds of confusion.

    Sunrise Service When Confusion Clouds March 31, 2002 John 20:1-18 Intro: A. [Christ’s Alive and at Church Today, Citation: Peggy Key, Portage, MI. Today’s Christian Woman, "Heart to Heart."] While driving to church on Easter Sunday two years ago, I told my children the Easter story. "This is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Philip: Preacher On The Run"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 2,807 views

    Our opportunity for service may be in sight in a moment, and bypass us in another if we’re not ready to run to obedience. Philip ran to do God’s bidding.

    Following the Acts record it would appear that the newborn church had been pretty cozy and comfortable, up until the martyrdom of Stephen. It had begun with a very public demonstration of God’s power in the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter and the others had boldly proclaimed their risen Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    "Revival Prayer"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 107 ratings
     | 18,697 views

    A message preached on the eve of Revival Services, to prepare for true Revival. Pray is the key to Revival. What do we need to pray for God to revive in our hearts?

    “Revival Prayer” INTRODUCTION: What is the FORMULA for REVIVAL? Prayer, Prayer, Prayer! It’s OK to pray for REVIVAL for this CHURCH … for a broader ministry … a deeper commitment … closer fellowship. BUT … all these are BY-PRODUCTS of a PERSONAL revival. SOMETIMES … we pray to straighten out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have Heard The Word Of God... Now What?

    Contributed by Thomas Baird on Aug 29, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,299 views

    Sermon preached after a week long series of revival services where God clearly spoke to the congregation... Now, what do we do with His Word..

    We have heard the word of God…. Now what? 8/28/2004 Introduction… Well, didn’t we have a fantastic series of revival services this past week… These last few weeks have been somewhat difficult for our family on a personal level… as with many of you. We all go through our own trials and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist