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  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Casting Away

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 18, 2018
     | 4,948 views

    We must have confidence in the Word of God with no ifs or maybes if we expect to see our reward

    Casting Away “Cast not away therefore your confidence which has great recompense of reward” (Hebrews 10:35). 1. Ifs and Maybes: Ifs and Maybes are what get us into trouble. What if God doesn’t do it? What if He won’t do it? What if He won’t do it for me? We never say God can’t do it because ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Promises Are Meant To Be Kept

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 5, 2012
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     | 31,217 views

    Promises are not made to be broken. They are meant to be kept. God keeps His. He expects us to keep ours.

    Promises Are Meant To Be Kept Jeremiah 42:5-6 Words come easy, often uttered without any thought or sincerity behind them. When we are faced with difficult situations or unknowns, we cry out to God saying, “God show me what I should do and no matter what I will do it.” “No matter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rahab, The Harlot

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 24, 2014
     | 7,998 views

    To prove that even the least expected person to receive grace will receive grace once that person acted in faith.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you live by faith like Rahab? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that even the least expected person to receive grace will receive grace once that person acted in faith. IV. TEXT: Joshua 2:14 (Amplified Bible) 2:14 And the men said to her, Our lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Relating To The World Through Social Media

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 26, 2015
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     | 9,424 views

    How should a Christian behave online? What does God expect of His people while online?

    Relating to the World through Social Media Colossians 3:17 Quickly, the world that was separated by distance & languages has been replaced by a world of instant access! There used to be barriers between us and the world. But now, the world is in the palm of our hands. Communication has become ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Six Signs You’re On The Path Toward Fruitfulness Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 18, 2014
     | 6,011 views

    A look at six areas to focus on in evaluating whether your life is on the path toward the fruitfulness that Jesus expects.

    Six Signs You’re On The Path Toward Fruitfulness: - What I’m sharing this morning are not the only indicators of fruitfulness – they are merely some of the signs that indicate you’re heading in the right direction. - Some of these we’ve touched on in one way or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is Coming

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 13, 2019
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    This sermon is about the 2nd Coming of Jesus. What can we expect and will we be ready for it?

    Jesus Is Coming Matthew 24:37-51 1 Peter 3:3-10 12/15/2019 When our daughter Samantha was a little girl, she and I watched hours and hours of Sesame Street. One of the characters that shook fear in the heart of other puppet characters was Bad Bart. The mere mention of his name had them ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    [#25] An Exhortation For Them To Have The Same Mind Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2019
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    This passage demonstrates the simple but often neglected principle that we should not expect every believer to be fully mature.

    Date: 2/25/19 Lesson # 25 Title: An Exhortation for Them to Have the Same Mind • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17 (NIV) 15 All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You’re Asking Too Much.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 11, 2021
     | 2,077 views

    God expects us to take up our cross. What is that cross He is asking us to carry?

    Sermon Title: You’re asking too much. Scripture Text: Mark 8:27-38 ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago I read a story written by a preacher in the Philippine Islands. One day he was passing a large church on Good Friday when he spotted many selling incense, candles, veils and rosaries. He also ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Stay True Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 28, 2021
     | 2,089 views

    Jesus as a person is loving, caring, compassionate, forgiving and encourages, appreciates and awarding expects us to stay True.

    Text: John 15:7-9 Theme: Stay True Greetings: Our theme verses for today is John 15:7,9 People, followers, believers quit because of: - stressed-out people without clear priorities. - Wasting knowledge and skills by keeping in wrong roles - Lack of motivation and experience of negative ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Faithful Deacons Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020
     | 4,599 views

    As we align ourselves to the BIBLICAL model of church leadership, we can expect God to provide the GROWTH.

    Faithful Deacons Acts 6:1-7 This morning we come back to our series through the book of Acts. We arrive at chapter six. One of the things that Luke, the inspired author of the book of Acts, has done is to comment regularly on the explosive growth that was happening in the early church. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Rights In A Left Culture

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 19, 2021
     | 1,217 views

    The Bible says God expects you to show mercy to everybody. How are you supposed to do that?

    “Treat everyone you meet with dignity.” 1 Peter 2:17 (The Message) The Bible says God expects you to show mercy to everybody. How are you supposed to do that? Here are three simple, practical ways to be God’s agent of mercy in the world. 1.) Forgive people when they mess up “When people sin, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Would You Not Join The Church? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 3, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,417 views

    Christians are expected to unite with a congregation of the faithful in order to fulfil the ministry God assigns each follower of Christ.

    “Those who received his word were baptised, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience Series

    Contributed by Maurice Armstrong on Mar 7, 2025
     | 663 views

    God is not a man; He cannot lie, therefore, whenever he speaks, obedience is the only expected response.

    For centuries, "the Church" has taught “Repentance” as the focus of the Christian experience. A daily confession of all sins. But, from the beginning with Adam and Eve, God has always been much more concerned about our obedience--to His Word. “God is not a man, that he should lie…” ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Happy New Year Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025
     | 473 views

    A message on starting the new year with gratitude, divine expectation, and faith in God’s continuing mercy and guidance.

    HAPPY NEW YEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 Key Verse: “It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unveiling The Power Of Resurrection SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 894 views

    Easter is a time to revisit the empty tomb and marvel at the power of God, who surpasses our expectations and imaginations.

    Today, we will reflect on the story of Easter and the significance of the empty tomb. It is a reminder of God's incredible power, surpassing our understanding and imagination. "When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to ...read more

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