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    Fruit Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 19, 2007
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     | 5,128 views

    Insiprational

    "Fruit of the Spirit" is a biblical term that sums up the nine visible attributes of a true Christian life. Using the King James Version of Galatians 5:22-23, these attributes are: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. We learn from scripture that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Destructive Critics

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,001 views

    Recognize that when you step out on faith, follow God, and try to make a difference, you will be criticized. Expect it and deal with it through prayer, keeping the proper perspective, and being persistent.

    DISTRUCTIVE CRITICS Nehemiah 4:1-23 Introduction: In a Charlie Brown comic, Linus is seated with a troubled look on his face, his security blanket over his shoulder, his thumb in his mouth. Turning to Lucy, he asks, “Why are you always so anxious to criticize me?” Her response: “I just think I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Choose What Lasts!

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on May 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,381 views

    Will you love God?

    You Have a Choice…Choose What Lasts! Text: Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jonah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 3, 2024
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     | 1,076 views

    This sermon explores the consequences of sin, the journey of redemption through God's grace, and the joy found in embracing God's salvation.

    Welcome, everyone, to this gathering of hearts and spirits, united in our shared love and reverence for our Lord. We are here to seek wisdom, to seek comfort, to seek strength, and above all, to seek a closer relationship with our God. Today, we will be reflecting on the words of the prophet ...read more

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    Significance In Light Of Eternity

    Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,249 views

    A great message for New Year’s. Focussing on the importance of evaluating our lives in light of God’s eternity and in a right relationship with him.

    Intro: It was a disaster on a national scale! Hundreds of thousands of deaths within four decades, over the age of 20 only two of the entire generation survived. It must have been a terrible time, a solemn time, I don’t imagine that many a day passed when another body was not committed to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Starts: Being The Salt And Light PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,557 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere in their faith, proclaim their purpose as salt and light, and prevail over challenges for God's glory.

    Good morning, beloved family. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to delve into the richness of God's Word? We are here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to bask in the light of God's love, to be ...read more

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    From The Charge To The Crown Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,421 views

    The final words from Paul’s pen proclaim a challenging charge and a personal testimony. These are for guiding Timothy through the perils before him to the prize laid up for him in glory.

    From the Charge to the Crown 2 Timothy 4 1 I solemnly charge YOU in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by HIS appearing and HIS kingdom: 2 preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Paul's Missionary Approach To The Thessalonicans

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 16, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,893 views

    Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans

    Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans Coming to Thessalonica, Paul and Silas were able to preach in the synagogue for only three weeks with outstanding success despite incredible opposition. Quickly, the Jews incited a riot against the missionaries and their host, Jason. (Acts 17:1-9) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Game Day! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 30, 2021
     | 2,779 views

    Unknown? Overlooked? Talented? Gifted? Able? Yes!! It is time to quit riding the pine, get off the sidelines, quit being a benchwarmer and get in the game!

    Benchwarmer Pt. 5 - Game Day I. Introduction As I told you about 7 weeks ago or so, I have been umping little league baseball for the last few seasons. I have learned some things from this experience. I have learned that the ump isn't supposed to dominate the game but facilitate it instead. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rules Of Engagement

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 29, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,534 views

    The rules by which we are to conduct ourselves as strangers in this world are provided in the Word of God.

    “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Art Of Remembrance

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 21, 2005
    based on 60 ratings
     | 25,828 views

    A message for Memorial Day on the value of remembering what we need to do to leave a lasting legacy

    The Art of Remembrance Hebrews 12:1-4 May 29, 2005 Memorial Day Message Introduction Tomorrow we will be celebrating Memorial Day and many of have made plans for the day. Maybe a picnic or going to a parade. Maybe a big party or just a quiet afternoon with family. Maybe you’re just going to enjoy ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How Can We Change Our Neighborhood? Part 2

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jun 17, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,290 views

    America will go the same way Turkey turned away from Christ if we don’t see a revival. How can we do our part to bring our nation back to God?

    Purpose: To describe how a Christian becomes a good disciple of Christ. Aim: I want the listener to pursue having both right doctrine and right living. INTRODUCTION: America enjoys more of a Christian heritage than any other nation on earth. Godly Men like Jonathan Edwards and George Whitfield who ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Road To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Mar 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,455 views

    First message in a four part series that follows Jesus' movements to the cross and beyond.

    AM Sermon preached at Central Christian Church March 2, 2008 Jesus At The “Cross”roads Sermon Series The Road to Jerusalem [START SLIDE SHOW—IT’LL ADVANCE AUTOMATICALLY TO SLIDE #4] Today, as you can see from the slides and the bulletin insert, we’re starting a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Think About It Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,036 views

    Those who want nothing to do with God will receive their request when Jesus returns.

    INTRODUCTION • People were longing for the return of the Lord, and some were more or less checking out of life, expecting Him to come at any moment. • In the last couple of chapters of 1 Thessalonians, Paul wrote to comfort and encourage the folks concerning what would happen to those who died in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Scandalon

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 12 ratings
     | 2,276 views

    How should Christians respond to the controversy surrounding the publication of cartoons of Muhammed?

    How should we, as Christians, respond to the controversy surrounding the publication of cartoons of Muhammed? “The cartoons were first published by Jyllands-Posten in late September 2005; approximately two weeks later, nearly 3,500 people demonstrated peacefully in Copenhagen. In November, several ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal