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  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    Take Seriously The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,147 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Series C, based on an unknown students recount of a class she encountered at a Christian college.

    4th Sunday in Lent March 18, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we study your Word, we realize that we do not fully embrace the life you created us ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Healthy Independence-9

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 27, 2020
     | 1,576 views

    9 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

    HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-IX—Jeremiah 17:11(:1-14) Attention: The following was written by a pastor describing one of his experiences... I love children. I love being around them & watching them play. Once in a while, I get it into my head to give a children's sermon. Even though I know I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baby Battle Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 13, 2021
     | 5,602 views

    If you want to find peace, don’t look down on some with disdain; don’t look up on others with jealousy; don’t look within at your own schemes. Instead, look to the Lord.

    A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her class of five and six-year-olds. After explaining the commandment to honor thy father and thy mother, she asked, “Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?” Without missing a beat, one little ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Granparenting Your Children

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,395 views

    Single sermon on the biblical role of grandparents.

    "GRANDPARENTING YOUR CHILDREN" TITUS 2:1-5 INTRODUCTION: "Where’s Our Old Fashioned Grandma?" "Where did the Grandma of yesterday go? The Grandma that took all the kids to the show; who stopped by to chat & before we could ask it; had tackled the laundry that spilled from the basket. Who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Found In The Marketplace"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 19, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,845 views

    A sermon about grace.

    “Found in the Marketplace” Matthew 20:1-16 Most of us have been hurt by a bully at some time in our lives. Perhaps it was in elementary school, middle school, high school or even at work. Maybe that person made our lives miserable for a considerable amount of time. Perhaps 20, 30, 40 or ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Does This Sitiuation Define The Moment?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,313 views

    Bad things happen to good people? Good things happen to bad people. The situation is neutral, it is what we do in negative situations that define the moment!

    DOES THE SITUATION DEFINE THE MOMENT? OR DO WE DEFINE THE SITUATION? RENEW! RESTORE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Good things happen to bad people. Bad things happen to good people. What ever happens is neither good or bad it is what we do as we face the negative? Often the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Seeks Lost Sinners

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,626 views

    Pentecost 17(C) - Our Savior, Jesus Christ, seeks lost sinners. Each one is precious in his sight. Repentance brings heavenly joy.

    OUR SAVIOR SEEKS LOST SINNERS (Outline) September 27, 2009 -- PENTECOST 17 -- Luke 15:1-10 INTRO: The center of Jesus’ earthly ministry was the cross. Jesus spent his entire life looking to the time he would die on the cross for the sins of the world. During his public ministry on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Get On The Right Road Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
     | 6,155 views

    the central part of a life of fullness is a life of love.

    Get On The Right Road: Matt 7:13-14 Sept 10, 2006 Intro: “The secret to happiness is short-term, stupid self-interest” – Calvin. When we hear it put that blatantly, it really does sound ridiculous! And yet, that is how many people in our culture live – for short-term, self-interest. So if that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Promises For Every Need Series: Depression Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 13, 2020
     | 3,685 views

    Depression does not leave us alone or abandoned by God no matter the source, but He promises faithful presence in our lives.

    God's Promises for Every Need Series: Depression Isaiah 43:1-2 #EveryNeed SERMON SERIES INTRODUCTION I wanted to share with you where we are going in terms of sermons and thoughts as we finish out 2020. In October and November, we are going through the series we are starting today, “God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The King Who Rules Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 29, 2019
     | 4,474 views

    Looking at the splendour and power of the Persian king, the author set the stage for his readers to appreciate the work of the unseen King who rules.

    Last week Michael gave us an overview of the book of Esther. Let’s recap the timeline. Cyrus (559-530) Ezra 1:1 – 1st year of his reign over Babylon, allowed Jews to return Zerubbabel led the first returnees in 538 BC Started rebuilding altar/Temple but halted until 2nd yr Darius (Ezra ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #11understanding Love: Beyond Duty

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 9, 2016
     | 2,740 views

    THIS IS THE 11TH LESSON ON UNDERSTANDING LOVE, it could be taught by itself. Love must reach beyond duty. We must love to love others. The person that needs your love the most probably deserves it the least.

    #11 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: REAL LOVE GOES BEYOND THE DUTY... BEYOND HAVE TO... LOVE GIVES EXTRA EFFORT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE PEOPLE THAT DESERVE YOUR LOVE THE LEAST, PROBABLY NEED IT THE MOST! LOVE SACRIFICE IS NOT MEASURED BY HOW MUCH? HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH? HOW DO I LOVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Plateaued, Be A Refresher

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 24, 2023
     | 1,570 views

    We face a spiritual danger of being plateaued, forever trapped in the spirit of sameness. It is insane to think we can stay the same and see real change.

    PLATEAUED? BE A REFRESHER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson. On the computer we often see a REFRESH BUTTON. This is a request to send the most updated version. *PLATEAUED: to be comfortable where you are, reach a state of little ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Servant Evangelism Pt1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,944 views

    We as the Body of Christ need to follow Jesus example to serve others so as to make an eternal difference in a person’s life. We need to go the extra mile like Jesus did!

    Servant Evangelism Opening Illustration: A 12 Dollar Lesson A cab driver taught me a million dollar lesson in customer satisfaction and expectation. Motivational speakers charge thousands of dollars to impart his kind of training to corporate executives and staff. It cost me a $12 taxi ride. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Secret Of Greatness

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,392 views

    Rebekah rose above those around her because of her willingness to give her time and to serve others

    The Secret of Greatness Genesis 24:15-25 May 9, 2010 Morning Service Introduction What NOT to Buy Your Wife: Although the only person a man usually shops for is his wife, the whole experience is a stressful one. Many a man has felt extreme frigid temperatures for a long period based on a poor ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Your Statutes Are My Heritage Forever

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,709 views

    God's Word is my great heritage

    I was just reading the other day about a couple in Minnesota that was celebrating an unusual wedding anniversary**(see footnote). What made it unusual was the number. They had been married for 83 years. They’re both right around 100 years old. Can you imagine celebrating an anniversary ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran