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  • Daniel DeVilder avatar

    Encourage Each Other

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006
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     | 4,274 views

    Thesis: Our Christian Family Is to Strengthen one another’s Spiritual Heart (commitment). Part of a few sermons that dealt with Dallas Willard’s "VIM:" Vision, Intent, Means, crucial elements of discipleship. This is on the "means" of growth.

    Strengthening God’s Family Dan’s sad senior year last mile race (i thought i could win districts, and my teammates just laughed. Sometimes that is the feeling we have about those who are supposed to love us. Read text. Dallas Willard’s acronym “VIM” today is on "M:" Means Observation Thesis: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Emotional Intensity Of Caring Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,460 views

    When we really care about those we influence for God, we experience a broad-spectrum of intense feelings.

    The Emotional Intensity of Caring (I Thessalonians 3:1-8) 1. Pastor Marc Axelrod shared this: ? My nephew Justin is a Marine. Right now, he’s going through boot camp. And other than me, he is probably the only Christian in the family. And so Jeanne and I have been praying for him alot. It’s the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christ Lives In Us

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009
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    Pentecost 9 (C) - Christ lives in us which is both a divine mystery and also our glorious hope.

    CHRIST LIVES IN US (Outline) August 2, 2009 -- PENTECOST 9 -- Colossians 1:21-28 INTRO: Everyone loves a mystery. The more that we hear, read, and study God’s word the more we begin to understand the mystery of Scripture revealed. Scripture holds many mysteries that are not always ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Confirming Our Commitment

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 6, 2018
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    A message delivered on Confirmation Sunday dealing with the challenge of our commitment, the cost of our commitment and the constancy of our commitment.

    Confirmation Sunday. We do it every year around this time of year. One would think as often as we do it we would have a better understanding of what it is, but as a pastor, I often get the question, “What is confirmation?” The word confirmation literally means “with firm-ness.” Confirmation means ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Life That Stands Through A Storm

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 6, 2013
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     | 17,201 views

    This is a message based on Jesus' parable of the Wise and foolish Builders. Anything less than Jesus Christ, and the word of God to build our lives on will fail us.

    *THE LIFE THAT STANDS THROUGH A STORM* Matthew 7:24-27 Dorn Ridge & York Manor February 26, 2012 (Perhaps a quarter of this message originated with another contributor.) INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus was the great illustrator, and one of the places this is clearly seen are in His parables. A.) ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Winning S-H-O-T Towards Our Goal!

    Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012
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    We are encouraged to set a GOAL. A goal that other people think you can’t. Create the guts to face your fear and every struggle that comes on your way. Have a STRONG CHARACTER! Always THINK POSITIVE! Don’t be affected from those DISCOURAGEMENTS. When we

    “SHOOTING is the MOST IMPORTANT fundamental OFFENSIVE SKILL in basketball. A team that SHOOTS WELL will always be in a ball game.” By: Coach Jerry Tarkanian If you want to be a SUPERB SHOOTER, you must have VERY GOOD basketball SHOOTING FORM and TECHNIQUE. SHOT Defined:  A STROKE in ...read more

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    Belief PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
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     | 932 views

    This sermon explores Daniel's faith and obedience, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty, even in the face of adversity. Key

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to be with you today, gathered together in the house of our Lord. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a new adventure in faith. We are about to step into the pages of the Old Testament, into the life and times of a young man named ...read more

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    The Battle For Your Heart

    Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Nov 20, 2024
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    We will say sometimes lets get to the heart of the problem… but sometimes the problem is the Heart.

    The Battle for Your Heart Text: Matthew 13:3-9 Matthew 13:18-23 Intro: We will say sometimes lets get to the heart of the problem… but sometimes the problem is the Heart. Why is it that some people’s lives change after one sermon, and others don’t seem to change at all? Why is it as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Test Of Faith And Loyalty Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 1, 2026
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     | 87 views

    This is the 15th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

    Series: Called To Promise [#15] A TEST OF FAITH AND LOYALTY Genesis 21:22-34 Introduction: Imagine a tightrope walker high above the ground, carefully balancing as they cross from one side to the other. To the onlookers, it seems impossible- Dangerous even; but what keeps the walker going? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy: All For One Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 11, 2025
     | 270 views

    Have you ever wished there was only one person you had to please? What if you experienced the truths about living to please only God that would help you have more joy. We invite you to examine your daily living and embrace God as the most important one you live for!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) JOY: All for One Philippians 2:12-18 We are approaching Thanksgiving. And before long, Christmas will be here. These are supposed to be joy-filled months. But they can be ...read more

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    Defeating Evil In Your Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
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     | 1,531 views

    This sermon aims to teach us about the power of God's love to overcome evil, the importance of loving our enemies, and the spiritual battle we face against evil forces, with God as our fortress and deliverer.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving into some powerful Scriptures that teach us about the power of being strong in the Lord, overcoming evil with love, and the victory of defeating evil in our lives. As Charles Spurgeon once said, "The power of God's love is that it ...read more

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    It Seems Right But It's Not PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    The importance of aligning our actions and decisions with God's Word, even when our own judgment or the world around us suggests otherwise.

    Good morning, Church! The book of Proverbs has a way of speaking directly into our lives with profound wisdom that can sometimes hit us right between the eyes. One such wisdom is found in Proverbs 14:12-16, and it's all about things that may seem right to us, but are not according to God's word. ...read more

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    Greater Is He That Is In Me PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    God, who is greater than anything in the world, resides within us, and with His power, we can overcome any adversity.

    Good morning, church family. Today we're diving into 1 John 4:4. You know, Charles Spurgeon once said, "God is too good to be unkind and He is too wise to be mistaken. And when we cannot trace His hand, we must trust His heart." What a powerful reminder that our God is greater than anything we ...read more

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    Loving, Living And Leading God's People PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 973 views

    The importance of loving God's people, living in God's will, and leading God's flock with humility, as we understand God's love for us and resist the devil's temptations.

    Good morning, family! We're gonna dive head first into God's word today, focusing our hearts and minds on the beautiful truth found in 1 Peter 5:4-10 and Romans 5:8. As we explore these scriptures, we'll be talking about loving God's people, living in God's will, and leading God's flock - three L's ...read more

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    Combining Prayer & Fasting For Spiritual Victory PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Some spiritual battles require more than human efforts and can only be overcome through prayer and fasting.

    Good morning, beloved family. Today, we're going to be diving into the deep waters of Mark 9:29. We'll be talking about the tough stuff – the adversity we all face, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the victory we can find through prayer and fasting. As we gear up for this spiritual battle, ...read more

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