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    The True Vine PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,050 views

    Explore and understand the importance of abiding in Jesus as the source of true spiritual fruit.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into John 15:1-17, a passage that speaks to us about the source of true fruit, the prerequisites for producing fruit, and the incredible benefits of abiding in Jesus. Let's take a moment to read that passage together now: [Read passage] ...read more

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    "Strength For The Weary"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 18, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,034 views

    God calls us to strengthen the weary hands and feeble knees of those who are wearied by the cares of life.

    Strength For The Weary Hebrews 12:12-17 Life can be mighty wearisome at times. If we had no relationships in this life, and therefore no other heartache or sorrow to deal with but our own, then there would still be enough pain, sorrow, and struggle to make us weary. Hypothetically we might create ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Narrow Way Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,902 views

    My journey to heaven begins with a choice at the fork in the road.

    September 9, 2001 The Doorway to Heaven – Part 1 INTRODUCTION The story is told of a young man named Charles Murray who was a student at the University of Cincinnati. Murray was a high diver and training for the summer Olympics of 1968. A fellow student had been talking to him for quite some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Have You Made A Road Today?

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,815 views

    Concerning the importance of accomplishing something in the spiritual life everyday.

    1 Samuel 27:10 KJV And Achish said, Whither have ye made a road to day? And David said, Against the south of Judah, and against the south of the Jerahmeelites, and against the south of the Kenites. I. INTRODUCTION -- THE SMALL THINGS OF LIFE -It has been said that the greatest things of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Foundation For Missions

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,103 views

    The purpose of this sermon was to increase missions awareness and concern within the church.

    Introduction I. As I was preparing this weeks message, a thought came to me. II. I cannot remember hearing very many, if any sermons preached from 2nd Corinthians. A. I have heard verses quoted here and there. B. I am sure, I must have heard at least one or two messages based on some text, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Live Your Life Like You Mean It

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,138 views

    We cannot shut our eyes to this one fact: The way we live reflects on the One who gave us life.

    LIVE YOUR LIFE LIKE YOU MEAN IT Isaac Butterworth November 14, 2010 2 Peter 1:3-11 (NIV) 3 His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4 Through these he has given us his very great and precious ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Paul Reveals His Compulsions

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 17, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,994 views

    Sometimes when people do evil or even great things we like to try to figure out what motivates them. Paul talks about what motivated him and what he was motivated to do in today’s text. Perhaps we can learn some things from his example.

    February 19, 2006 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Yet when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel! If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me. What then is my reward? ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Mediator Series

    Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,370 views

    A sermon series on Job

    “God is Good…All the time!” We Need A Mediator! Job 9:2, 32-35 Over the past two months, we’ve been studying the Book of Job. Most of you know the plot. Job is a prosperous and happy man. Satan presents the allegation to God that the only reason Job worships Him is because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “construction On Character” Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 31, 2014
     | 15,713 views

    How does God grow the character of Jesus in us? Peter shares his process for growing in Christlikeness.

    Warning: I’m Under Construction Message – “Construction on Character” We’re beginning a 4-part series today called: “Warning: I’m Under Construction”. That title is a light-hearted way of suggesting that all of us are like a building not yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grace Is About Hope Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,548 views

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    For literally thousands of years, perhaps longer, Christians have faced attempts by those outside the faith, or those with little understanding of the Christian gospel, to make the grace of God only partially sufficient for salvation. As Paul and Barnabas began their first missionary journey to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The ‘success Story’ Of The ‘unsuccessful’ Prophets!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 11, 2014
     | 3,450 views

    Focusing on Faithfulness in the Ministry as it is the key to gaining God’s approval in any realm of spiritual ministry!!!

    The ‘Success story’ of the ‘Unsuccessful’ prophets!!! At the outset, I desire to bring to the fore, a ‘juicy’ tale adorning Science history. When, the invention-coal miner’s lamp- of Sir Humphrey Davy ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Following Jesus With Your Finances, Part 4 - Dev. A Healthy Attitude... Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,308 views

    Last in four-part series on finances. This one discusses John Wesley’s maxim, "Make all you can, save all you can, give all you can." Supported by passages from Proverbs.

    Following Jesus with Our Finances Part 4 – Developing a Healthy Attitude toward Finances Various Scriptures March 27, 2011 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this message can be heard at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org. Me: Today we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Save So I Can Be Generous Series

    Contributed by T D on Dec 28, 2010
     | 4,044 views

    Stewardship

    Series: Saving For Life I Save So I Can be Generous 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Psalm 37:25-26, Luke 12:13-21 Within the Declaration of Independence of our country exists this phrase of what is the free right of every person, “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” That last part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Fallen Humankind Series

    Contributed by Jim Hoogeveen on Nov 21, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 3,179 views

    The Bible teaches that all people have sinned and are spiritually dead. We have closed hearts, darkened minds, closed ears, and blinded eyes. Because we are spiritually dead we need God's help.

    Ephesians 2:1-5 HCC 10-1-00 Fallen Humankind This last week a gymnast from Romania was stripped of her Olympic gold medal because she tested positive for a drug that was banned. The team doctor had given her some medicine for her cold. It was a mistake. It was a trespass of the rules. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Empty Promises

    Contributed by John Vella on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 106 ratings
     | 6,458 views

    First Sunday of Lent (C). Temptations are simply empty promises

    Seeds for Sowing, Vol. V, Issue 2, No. 15 First Sunday in Lent - Year C March 4, 2001 Readings: * Deut. 26:4-10 * Rom 10:8-13 * Lk. 4:1-13 Empty Promises Renewal of Vows There is a beautiful custom that many married couples practice on their wedding anniversaries, especially on those ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic