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    How Can We Face The Future When All Seems Lost?

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 30, 2019
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    The disciplines hid in fear after the crucifixion. How could they continue, even survive when all appeared lost. How can we face the world when we are in that same bad place?

    This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 28th April 2019; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Acts 5:27-32 Revelation 1:4-8 John 20:19-31 Psalm 118:14-29 “Please ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    More Than A Pretty Face: Seeing Character In My Future Mate Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 1,032 views

    External beauty, attractiveness are always temporary. But internal beauty can get stronger and stronger not only in all of this life but throughout all of eternity.

    Many of you know of Benjamin Franklin, one of the fathers of our country, was also the ambassador to France. And while he was in France, he was a member of a literary society. So Ben Franklin, without letting this agnostic literary society know where he had gotten the story, shared with them the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Our Judgmental Attitude Toward Our Brothers And Sisters In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 4, 2023
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    It's so easy for us to be judgmental toward those in our church family. What does this passage tell us about how God wants us to handle those thoughts?

    - So far in this sermon series: 1. There are disputable matters. 2. We should accept the brother or sister we disagree with on disputable matters. NOT OUR JOB: It is not our job to judge our brothers over disputable matters. - Romans 14:1b. - We are focusing this morning on the judgmental ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Jesus Show You How To Face Temptation Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023
     | 681 views

    Your best defense against temptation is quoting the written Word of God. Therefore, learn the Bible, memorized the Bible, and use the Bible.

    “Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil … fasted forty days and forty nights, afterwards … hungry. The tempter said ‘if you are the Son of God … stones become bread. Jesus … ‘It is written man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word … mouth of God.’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope That Endures: Finding Strength In Trials Romans 5:3-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 23, 2024
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     | 389 views

    Romans 5:3-4 speaks of a truth that is challenging yet deeply encouraging: the idea that our problems and trials are not wasted—they serve a purpose.

    Hope That Endures: Finding Strength in Trials Romans 5:3-4 Romans 5:3-4 (NLT) – “We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Reality Check: Making A Difference PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 781 views

    Encourage believers to live out their faith with conviction and courage, standing out for Christ and making a difference in the world, even when it's challenging.

    Good morning, family. I'm glad to see you all here today, ready to delve into God's word and learn more about how we can live out our faith in our everyday lives. Today's sermon is all about standing out for Christ and having the courage to make a difference. We'll be diving into Luke 19:13 and ...read more

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    Are You Ready?

    Contributed by Carl Benge on Aug 25, 2007
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     | 5,048 views

    A sermon on being ready to come face to face with God.

    This summer I have performed two weddings, and a constant theme that ran through both for preparation was time. The closer the date became the more the couple, especially the brides, realized they had so much to do and little time to get it done. In the end both weddings went off without too ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Am With You When You Are All Alone Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 26, 2020
     | 5,273 views

    The Bible is filled with the stories of flesh and blood people … frail human beings with ordinary human needs who face all of the same kinds of struggles and challenges that we face … which is why we can not only relate to Paul’s discouragement but can learn from his courage as well.

    I want to start out by reading an anonymous poem called “Friendship”: Friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought or sold But its value is far greater than a mountain of gold For gold is cold and lifeless It can neither see nor hear And in times of trouble it is powerless to cheer It has ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Church’s Growth And Its Political Persecution Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 29, 2024
     | 331 views

    Even in the face of persecution and life's challenges, how different could we live if we chose to be faithful only to Christ? Even though the 1st century church faced incredible difficulties, God was still faithful to them, and we can learn from that right now!

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 17 The Church’s growth and its political persecution Acts 11:19 – 12:18 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Battle Is The Lords

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 4, 2023
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     | 2,746 views

    David was anointed by Samuel as a boy but did not ascend the throne for another 25 years. He faced battles from his family, battles from his enemies, and battles from within. From each challenge he faced we learn that when the Battle is the LORD’s the victory is ours.

    1 Samuel 17:44-51 NKJV “The Battle is the LORD’s” June 4, 2023 Up to this point in history, God had ruled the nation, raising up judges as they were needed. This was how things operated all the way from the time of Moses through the days of the Prophet, Priest, and Judge Samuel. God warned them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking Back PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 508 views

    This sermon encourages believers to passionately pursue their Christian purpose, persevere through challenges, and positively progress into the new year with faith and hope.

    Good morning, dear church family! It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? There's something profoundly beautiful about a community of believers coming together, united by a shared faith, a shared hope, and a shared love. As we stand on the threshold of a new year, ...read more

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    Who Is This Uncircumcised Philistine? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 648 views

    Encourages believers to find courage and stand firm in their faith, inspired by David's boldness in facing Goliath, despite the world's rebellion and unrighteousness.

    Good morning, beloved! It’s a joy to be in the house of the Lord with you all today. We are gathered here, not as strangers meeting in passing, but as a family united by the love of our Savior. A family that laughs together, cries together, and grows together in the light of His grace. We are ...read more

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    Living By Faith: A Journey Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,252 views

    In 1 Peter 1, we find the assurance of a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 11 takes us on a journey through the lives of faithful men and women who lived with unwavering trust in God.

    "Living by Faith: A Journey of Hope" Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through the pages of Scripture, delving into the beautiful themes of faith, hope, and perseverance. Our foundation will be found in 1 Peter 1 and Hebrews 11 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Put The Pedal To The Metal!

    Contributed by Stan Simonik on Oct 1, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,030 views

    When going through challenging times, we are called to put our faith to work and place our trust and confidence in God.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, in case you are wondering about the title of this sermon, I want you to know that we are in no way promoting illegal activities such as speeding. A few days ago I went for my early evening walk when I heard the wroom, wroom – two young men in a dark gray car ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    And This Time Around PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 608 views

    Encourage believers to trust and obey God's call, face their fears with faith, and embrace the new path He has laid before them.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Gospel of Luke. As we begin, I'd like to share a quote from Christian author Max Lucado, who once said, "Feed your fears, and your faith will starve. Feed your faith, and your fears will." Let those words sink in as we ...read more

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