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  • Byron Perrine avatar

    Finding Your "rtgo" When Coping With A Loss

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
     | 3,018 views

    The death of a loved one or other disappointment in life can rob us of a reason to go on. This message is intended to encourage and to point out ways of recovering “RTGO".

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Several years ago I hired a young couple who were sure they could come in and successfully manage the restaurant at a resort hotel that I owned at the time. In the beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 2, 2024
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     | 1,297 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to emulate the faith and service of the women in Luke 8:1-3, actively contributing to God's Kingdom rather than passively consuming its benefits.

    Beloved brothers and sisters, let us gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the spirit of unity and love that binds us as one. It is a joyous occasion whenever we come together to bask in the resplendent light of God's Word, to be nourished by His truth, and to be transformed ...read more

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  • Thomas Andrufski avatar

    Being Tenacious And Standing Firm In Our Service To God

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 20, 2024
     | 906 views

    In a world filled with distractions, challenges, and uncertainties, it is crucial that we remain steadfast in our faith.

    Ephesians 6:10-18 (KJV) Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bob Hunter avatar

    Five Heads Of Lett-Us In The Byble

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Aug 26, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,037 views

    This creative & humorous exposition of Heb. Ch. 10 will inspire laughs and encourage thought. Written by: Farmer Billy Bob Hunner

    "5 heads of Lett-us in the Byble" By Farmer Billy Bob Hunner (and Pastuer too!) They Byble is chock full of everyday examples on how we should be livin. I was readin in Heebrews the other day and found 5 heads of ‘Lett-us,’ ready to pick. This is down home Bible exposition for us ordinary ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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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
     | 14,006 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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    Casting Down Your Crown

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 2, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 13,838 views

    Will you cast down who you are to give God the honor that He is due? This message is both a challenge and an encouragement to do so.

    Around the end of May, I was here at the church praying and studying, and during that time of seeking God, the Lord spoke something to me that has been recently renewed and revived in my heart: I want this church to exemplify heavenly praise. For many weeks I’ve weighed this out in my heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Distressed But Not Defeated

    Contributed by James May on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 8,117 views

    A sermon of encouragement to Christians and prayer for our country and those who lost loved ones in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

    Distressed But Undefeated! Victory Temple Wed., 9/12/01 – Day after the World Trade Center Attacks Our hearts are heavy on this day. Yesterday, September 11, 2001, the peace, safety and security of our nation were shattered when a group of terrorists attacked several important targets is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Four Spiritual Checks - #4 The Nobility Of Serving God Series

    Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 11,991 views

    This is the last of a series on Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This message demonstrates the value of serving God and encourages people to get involved in ministry.

    INTRODUCTION. (ILLUS.) -- Like many teenagers, I didn’t exactly know what I wanted to do with my life when I was a high-school senior. I knew that I wanted to serve the Lord (possibly in ministry / full-time service) but I didn’t know what or where. I hadn’t decided on pursuing pastoral ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Serve The Purpose Of God In Your Generation!

    Contributed by Anthony Delaney on May 5, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 18,983 views

    Encourages the church to put God’s purpose at the forefront of it’s decision making. UK statistics on church attendance included.

    David Served the Purpose of God in his generation (text) Acts 13: Paul the apostle has sailed into a place called Antioch in Pisidia. He’s preaching to those in the synagogue at Antioch. As part of a visiting group of Jews, the local synagogue give him half a chance and he’s away! Telling people ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Great Adventure! Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 8,935 views

    This sermon encourages us to persevere and rejoice in our work for the Lord even when life doesn’t meet our expectations.

    The Great Adventure Acts 16:11-40 August 11, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration, James Dobson, New Man, October, 1994, p. 36.] This is an exert from an article that James Dobson wrote in 1994 about Stephen Hawking, whom I believe has since died… Stephen Hawking is an astrophysicist at Cambridge ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lest We Drift

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 5, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,831 views

    This is a warning, not from a God who wants to find fault, but from a God who has forgiven fault and desires to encourage and purify.

    “For this reason we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For if the word spoken through angels proved unalterable, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompense, how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? After it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Joel W. Lohr avatar

    My Final Answer

    Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 3,151 views

    Encouraging people to witness to the treasure of the message of Christ rather than burying our faith like burying treasure in our backyard.

    Imagine getting an invitation to be on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” Imagine winning the Million Dollars without using a single lifeline. Imagine taking your prize money home (less the large chunk that your silent partner Uncle Sam would claim). Imagine taking that money and burying it in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Saul's Testing

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,486 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

  • Norman Lawrence avatar

    Don't Be An "Almost"

    Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 89 ratings
     | 19,750 views

    This sermon encourages the listener not to be an "almost", but to be all that God intends them to be in life, first through Salvation, then through living in His will.

    There is not one of us here tonight that would not raise our hands high in the air, when asked if we wanted to be all that God wants us to be. There is a plan that God has for all of our lives, and to find the ultimate fulfillment in life, we must gain a knowledge of that plan, and then put it ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love In Large Denominations

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,527 views

    We have ’Free Church Homecoming’ - an ecumenical service once a year. This sermon is an encouragement to go and to be the church universal, not just a congregation.

    I have a confession to make. I have not been looking forward to Free Church as I ought. I remember when I attended my first one eight years ago, I looked forward to it. But nowadays, sometimes it seems like it’s getting just a little bit old. It’s tempting to say that the idea has had its day and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist