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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 973 views

    Explore the power of 'if' in prayer and the importance of trusting in God's ability.

    Good morning, church family. We’re diving into the depth of God’s Word today and exploring the profound truth embedded in John 11:21. This scripture is a testament to God's miraculous power, the power of 'if', and our need to trust in His unwavering ability. C.S. Lewis, a renowned Christian author, ...read more

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    Spiritual Warfare 1 Series

    Contributed by Shane Hart on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,450 views

    The first in a series looking at the daily reality of what we face in spiritual warfare.

    What about spiritual warfare? 2 Corinthians 10 & Ephesians 6 Well, I can tell you this may be the most diverse of our discussions yet and at least one of, if not the, most misunderstood, misused, abused, and outright confusing topics we can bring up. It seems that everyone has their own opinions ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Lift Our Voices Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 30, 2024
     | 657 views

    The first in a 4-part stewardship series. This week explores the stewardship of our worship

    September 29, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Deut. 5:12-15; Psalm 84; Luke 11:1-13 We Lift Our Voices Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The theme for our fall stewardship emphasis comes from the hymn “We Are an ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    We Cannot Live Without Faith

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008
     | 3,546 views

    The first sermon of a three part series, ‘Three Things That We Cannot Live Without.’

    (Slide 1) James Choung tells of a conversation he recently had with a friend that came around to the topic of spirituality and faith and as they began to discuss that topic, Choung discovered that his friend had attended church at one time. When he discovered this, he asked his friend why he had ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Baptism And The Lord's Supper Series

    Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 22, 2022
     | 2,316 views

    Why are Baptism and the Lord's Supper so important?

    *Show the American flag* What does this flag mean to you? Why is it important? What does it stand for? Is it really that big of a deal? If I spilled some juice here this morning, would anybody have a problem if I used this old flag to soak it up? What if I used it to dry my car after I washed it? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Eating And Digesting Series

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,958 views

    This sermon deals with the importance of reading and studying God’s word.

    Eating and Digesting Rev 1:3, Deu 17:18-19, Acts 17:11, 2 Tim 2:15, Heb 5:12-14 November 3, 2003 I. Last week I talked about the importance of developing the habit of spending time with God’s Word. And, we talked about ways to improve our hearing. A. And, it is vital to our Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Invitation

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 1, 2015
     | 8,033 views

    What is the most important invitation you have ever received?

    “An Invitation” Romans 5:1-11 Invitations come in all sizes and shapes – for all kinds of occasions. What’s the most unique – or ridiculous – invitation you’ve ever received? Julie Potter wrote that her mother volunteered to help her with her wedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Stepping Stone To Faith Series

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2008
     | 4,630 views

    A Communion Meditation and the First of a Seven Part Series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

    I begin this morning with a couple of questions that I am asking you to reflect on: (Slide 1) Who is the most humble person you know and what makes them that way? Is humility a weakness or a strength? What is humility anyway? A man prayed this for his son, ‘Build me a son, O Lord, who will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Restoring Balance To Our Hurried Lives. Part 3

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Nov 23, 2012
     | 5,078 views

    This sermon looks at what is the most important thing in our lives.

    Restoring Balance to our Hurried Lives. WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN LIFE. # 3 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13. Ps. 39:4. Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Ps. 90:12. Teach us to make the most of our time. 1. THE FIRST GOAL OF LIFE IS LOVE FOR GOD. 1 Cor. 14:1a. Let love be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Reality Of The Resurrection

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 13, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,504 views

    Sermon for Resurrection Sunday that explains why the resurrection is so important.

    The Reality of the Resurrection By Kenny McKinley Text: Multiple Scriptures (Read Matt. 28:5-6) Christianity stands or falls on the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Without the resurrection Christianity would be no different than any other religion. Oh sure there would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Waqlking And Swimming"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 7, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,997 views

    A sermon about the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.

    Matthew 14:22-36 “Walking and Swimming” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org This morning we talked about the feeding of the 5,000 which happened right before our Gospel Lesson for this evening. And it is probably safe to say ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sons Of Thunder 3 Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,303 views

    A message on why it is important for men to join and become active in churches

    INTRO A man and his ever-nagging wife went on vacation to Jerusalem When they were there his wife passed away The undertaker told the husband you could ship her home for $5,000 or, we can bury her here for $150 The man chose to ship her home Undertaker asked why? Man responded "A long time ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    5 Marks Of Great Leaders

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 23, 2008
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,169 views

    The mark or traits of leadership is all important in the 21st century.

    5 Marks of Great Leaders Text: John 13:1-9 Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that His hour had come that He should depart from this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world, He loved them to the end. 2 And supper being ended, the devil having ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What God Can Do For Your Family Series

    Contributed by Ricky Burke on Mar 6, 2001
    based on 314 ratings
     | 65,650 views

    This is the first sermon in a series of messages called, "How to Have a Happy and Healthy Home."

    Series: How to Have a Happy and Healthy Family Scripture: Psalm 127 Sermon: "What God Can Do for Your Family" (ILL: Dorothy in Wizard of Oz, "There’s no place like home) And she’s right. There’s no place like home, when it is happy and healthy. A happy and healthy home is one of the best ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One God, One Name, One Day Series

    Contributed by Lori Broschat on Feb 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,902 views

    First of a two-part series on the Ten Commandments and how they relate to our lives

    ONE GOD, ONE NAME, ONE DAY A young woman brought her fiancé to visit her parents. After a nice dinner, the father invited the fiancé to the library for a talk. "So what are your plans?" he asked the young man. "I am a seminary student," he replied. "A seminary student. Hmmm," said the father. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist