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  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Are We Ready?

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 26, 2020
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     | 5,853 views

    This message is about whether we can ready ourselves for the New Year, even with all the uncertainty. It looks at the time and opportunities we have, and knowing God's will through the filling of the Holy Spirit.

    Are We Ready Ephesians 5:15-18 Today’s message is to answer the question, “Are we ready for the coming new year?” And then, what are we expecting given the uncertainty surrounding this current pandemic? I heard a story of a son who had called his parents to wish them a Happy New Year. As he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Wow! You Almost Convinced Me To Be A Christian

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020
     | 6,855 views

    The Passage is encouraging and concerning. Encouraging to know that God gives us an opportunity to make a choice about our eternity. Discouraging to know that there are others who hear about salvation but reject it.

    ALMOST A CHRISTIAN 1. Acts 26:18 I am sending you to them 18 to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me. 2. Acts 26:24 Now as Paul thus made his ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How Blessed Are Those Who Mature In The Lord

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
     | 3,119 views

    This message was prepared for and given to residents of a senior living community, and, lifts up reasons for thankfulness for the gift of old age which provides new opportunities to grow in grace.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Matthew 5:1-12 contains a list of blessings known as the Beatitudes, each beginning with “blessed are”. The English word, "blessed" is a translation from the ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Breaking The Cycle In A Land Misled-5

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 19, 2019
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    5 of 5. King Ahaz of Judah’s reign was marked/defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance. A land defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance is misled & to be pitied. The cycle must be broken in a misled land, due to it’s WASTED...

    BREAKING The CYCLE In A LAND MISLED--V— 2Kings 16:1-4; 18:1-7(16:01-18; 18:01-07, 14-16, 17-18; 19:1-7, 14-20, 35-37) Overcoming Political Acquiescence Overcoming The Politics of Spiritual Acquiescence. Attention: “America was founded by people who believed that God was their rock of safety. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is The Church Still Needed

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 26, 2012
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     | 8,156 views

    With churches declining & dying, the question should be ask, "Is the church still needed." This message gives 3 Biblical reasons why the church is mandatory.

    Is the Church Still Needed? Jerry Watts Matthew 16:18-19 * At the beginning of the 20th century most of America was rural. For the rural population life was hard. They made their way by the sweat of their brow and their calloused hands. Transportation, for the most part was still by ‘horse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tools And Tactics Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,437 views

    People who serve like Jesus know that God has entrusted them with gifts, abilities and opportunities that must be used in service to God. To not use what God has entrusted to us will lead to God's displeasure.

    Introduction: A. Allow me to start this sermon with the story of a boy who other children called “Sparky” after a comic strip horse named Sparkplug. 1. Even though the boy hated the nickname, he could never shake it. 2. School was difficult for Sparky. a. He failed every subject in the 8th ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church Of Philadelphia: Words Of Praise To A Faithful Assembly (Revelation 3:7-13)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 13, 2024
     | 1,112 views

    The sixth church that Jesus addressed received no words of rebuke or chastisement. It was faithful to the Gospel, open to opportunities, and be delivered from its enemies and the coming hour of trial upon the world.

    The seven churches of Revelation 2-3 were literal, authentic, verifiable places of worship in the region of Asia Minor within the boundaries of the Roman Empire. These churches are not the product of allegory, nor are they tales of mystics and sages of ancient days. There is nothing written in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Greatest Hope Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 643 views

    God may not meet our expectations in every situation, but He ultimately fulfills our greatest hopes and is always present with us, even when He seems distant.

    Hey guys! Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: disappointment. You know, those times when things don't go the way we want or expect them to. And sometimes, it feels like God isn't showing up when we need Him the most. But I want to share a story from the Bible that shows us ...read more

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    The Urgency Of The Harvest SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,004 views

    Increase your witness for Jesus, enhance your relationship with Jesus, solidify your relationship with God.

    Good morning, family of God. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the presence of the Almighty, our hearts beating in rhythm with His divine purpose, our spirits yearning for His divine wisdom. We are here to immerse ourselves in His Word, to drink from the fountain of His truth, and to be ...read more

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    Cut Me Some Slack, God Loves Me Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 27, 2008
     | 2,981 views

    1st in series on pleasing God. Deals with the necessity of faith & other qualities needed to be a pleasing disciple. Expanded outline

    CUT ME SOME SLACK: I’M WORKING ON IT What is it that makes me pleasing to God? The majority of us here this morning, if we were asked, would say that we want to please God. We want to make Him happy. We want to be “good” Christians. How do we describe good? What is it that makes us pleasing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Miss Christmas

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,457 views

    A mini-sermon i shared on a Sunday night after a last minute change of plans, plenty of room for expanding and improvement.

    How to miss Christmas Luke 2:1-12 Intro: Ask for important figures relevant to the Christmas story (write down responses) We forget a prominent figure in the birth of Christ was Herod. In fact they dynasty began by Herod the Great covers 4 generations of rule in Israel and we are witness to 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is The Only Way Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 13, 2012
     | 6,072 views

    Part 2 of Bible Study series on salvation. Part 2 examines Jesus as the Only way to be saved. Expanded outline.

    CENTRAL VBS LETS TALK ABOUT SALVATION part 2 Jesus is the ONLY way. - Matthew 7:13-23 On April 13th, 2008, Oprah Winfrey said that Jesus could not be the only way to God. She went on to ask about “People who live on the planet in places where they never even hear the name of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Firm Against The Devil Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018
     | 10,310 views

    Message 16 from Philippians expanding on Paul's admonition to stand firm. This message deals with standing firm against the devil.

    “Stand Firm against the schemes of the Devil” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – Passion to praise exalt Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE – Passion to please Christ 3. PURSUE THE RIGHT AIM – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Covenant Of Increase

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025
     | 161 views

    The Covenant of Increase is God’s unchanging commitment to His people—to bless, multiply, and expand them for His glory.

    COVENANT OF INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 17:2 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 1:11, Leviticus 26:9, Psalm 115:14, Isaiah 51:2, Zechariah 8:12 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve is a covenant-keeping God. His promises are not arbitrary; they are rooted in divine covenants that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Enlarged Capacity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,119 views

    Encourages believers to embrace spiritual growth by stepping out of their comfort zones, strengthening their faith, and expanding their influence for God's kingdom.

    Good morning, family. It's always a joy to gather with you. We're here again, in God's house, ready to hear His Word. We're here because we believe in the power of His Word. The power to transform, to heal, to guide, and to renew. That's why we're here. And that's why I'm excited about the message ...read more

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