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    Transformation Happens When We Least Expect It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 876 views

    God's grace is unconditional, forgiveness is transformative, and we are all called to seek Jesus.

    Good morning, family. Today we're going to dive into a familiar story from the Gospel of Luke, but I want you to approach it with fresh eyes and an open heart. This story reminds us of three important truths: God's grace is unconditional, forgiveness is transformative, and we are all called to seek ...read more

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    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,177 views

    Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. Whether it was the religious leaders of the day, the multitudes, or even His own disciples, Jesus was always more than people anticipated.

    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 2) Defying Expectations Introduction Today, I want to take you on a journey to explore a profound and often surprising aspect of our Saviour—what I like to call "The Unexpected Jesus." Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently defied expectations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    More To Do As Christians

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Dec 27, 2019
     | 2,714 views

    Often there are two attitudes a Christian has toward serving Christ. The possibility of growing wearing and why do we have to do so much.

    Most of the New Testament was written to the disciples of Christ. Jesus taught from every angle to build His disciples. These Jews knew the Old Testament. He wanted them to know that He did not come to destroy the moral laws of God, vs. 17. He actually came to add to them. His conversation went ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stay Th Same Vs Shift The Gears

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 15, 2025
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    Seems it is easier to stay the same than to change. Why do we fear changing for the better. Understand METATHESIOPIA., THE FEAR OF CHANGE. Paradigm shift.

    STAY THE SAME VS. SHIFT THE GEARS (Metathesiophobia) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *METATHESIOPHOBIA: METH means change, phobias means fear. *PARARDIGM: (paer-e-daim, parr-e dyme) break the habits? The way you do things, the pattern, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Condemned Or Not Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 23, 2015
     | 4,208 views

    John's Gospel makes it clear that sinner's are responsible for their own unbelief which inevitably leads to condemnation.

    Condemned or Not (Read John 3:16-21) The glorious truth of God’s unfathomable love and His plan of salvation for humanity is stated in John 3:16-17: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. 17 "For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Program Of Self Vs A Greater Than Jonah! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2013
     | 4,386 views

    God give an object lesson in His mercy and nondiscrimination concerning salvation to all and exposes Jonah's lack of grace.

    Jonah Chapter 4 If I am allowed to headline the four chapters one maybe humorous way would be like this: Politically perverse prophet purposefully pursued by God Prayerfully penitent prophet precisely protected by God Powerfully preaching prophet pointedly pushed by God Pitifully ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Old Is New Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 28, 2009
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     | 4,751 views

    John shows us another way we can analyze if we or others in the church are doing well in our Christian walk - love.

    This is a true story. Paul and William decided that they really wanted to become godly men. So they started meeting with one another to pray and encourage one another; they even set goals for themselves and their behavior, and were accountable to each other. At one point Paul decided that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Run, Samson, Run Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,727 views

    Samson was man of supernatural strength given by God but was overwhelmed by the inward sexual desire through the enticement of Delilah. He should have run, but he did not. We can learn valuable lessons from his life.

    We are now in chapter 16 of the Book of Judges. We have been studying the life of Samson. Last week, we looked at the highlights of Samson's life - the three W's - Samson's Wedding, Samson's Wager and Samson's Wrath. We have learned first of all that Samson insisted in marrying the woman in Timnah ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Touched By God When I Didn't Expect It

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,278 views

    Considering God’s blessing on Zechariah amidst his disappointment.

    Luke 1:5-25 – Touched by God when I didn’t expect it A man named Jacob had hit a low point in his life. He had thought about killing himself but he was too poor and too tired to secure the means to do it. He found a park bench and just lay down to die. He did not eat, because there was nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Throwing Stones In The Church Vs The Sensitivity Of Grace

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 7, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,145 views

    Somanytime church folk are so quick to be judge, jury, and executioner because someone isn't doing what they think they should be doing and want to stone them, but if it had not been for Grace they would still be messed up themselves facing stoning.

    Throwing Stones in Church Vs The Sensitivity of Grace By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. John 8:1-11 “Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. And the scribes and Pharisees ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    “there’s A Song In The Air” The Season Of Expectancy Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011
     | 6,833 views

    JOHN THE BAPTISTS ROLE HELPS US UNDERSTAND WHAT "WE SHOULD THEN DO" IN EXPECTATION OF THE SON OF GOD.

    "There's a Song in the Air" The Season of Expectancy Luke 3:3-18 Intro Preparing for Christams Compare and contrast of people who's hearts might not be in it. Seen in decorating homes Trees Background THERE'S A SONG IN THE AIR, tune name CHRISTMAS SONG, was composed by Karl Pomeroy Harrington in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Fear Factor

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,062 views

    Taking a frank look at the reality of fear and the crippling effect. A workable recipe that if applied will bring success.

    Scripture: 1 John 4:1 – ‘18’ – 21 Title: “Fear Factor” Introduction: “Reality Shows” have become an overwhelming success, mainly because so many people can identify with the theme of the programs! • The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is FEAR! • It appears that everybody is afraid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope Is Alive

    Contributed by Stephen Evans on Apr 10, 2012
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     | 6,744 views

    This message is a reminder that even though there are times when it seems that all hope is lost hope is alive in the Person of Jesus Christ.

    Title: Hope Is Alive Text: Mark 16:1-8 Date: April 8, 2012 Place: Washington A/G Introduction I. A Man Named Jesus A. A multitude of Prophecies fulfilled in His peculiar birth 1. He was conceived by the Spirit 2. Born of a Virgin 3. The location and angelic announcements B. His life as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Eliminate Doubt Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021
     | 2,968 views

    James knew humanity only too well. Immediately after James invites us to charge boldly into our new lives, he points us to the tool for sustained endurance: Wisdom. Without God’s wisdom, we can quickly sprint into a concrete wall and spend months or years banging our heads against it.

    Tom Lowe 1/18/2021 I. There are certain realities of life common to all believers – 1:2-1:18. A. Trials and testing will come and can be overcome -- 1:2-8. 5. Eliminate doubt -- 1:6-8. Lesson: James 1:6-8 - Eliminate Doubt Text: James 1:6-8 (KJV) 6But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Miracle Of Now

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 19, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,707 views

    We may not feel overqualified, what we feel will never have nothing to do with our qualification! If we’re ever going to see our needs met, we better start grabbing ahold of and standing on the fact that we have been qualified enough!

    The Miracle of Now! John 11:40 NKJ 40.Jesus said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you would believe you would see the glory of God?” What does the glory of God mean to you? *Is it food in your belly when you’re hungry and someone unexpectedly feeds you or buys you something to eat? *Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational