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    I Don't Have Much PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    No matter how small or insignificant we may feel, God can use us to create wonders, and we don't need to be perfect or have it all together for Him to do so.

    Good morning, family. Today, we’re going to dive into the heart of a message that, I believe, needs to be heard in every corner of the world. It's a message that reminds us that no matter what we've got, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, it’s enough for God to create wonders. It's ...read more

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    That Name

    Contributed by James May on Jul 20, 2003
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    Every name carries significance for good or for evil. But the name of Jesus is above every name. It is the only name that can bring salvation.

    THAT NAME Is there something important about your name? In a day and time when it seems that people have begun to name their children just about anything, we have lost sight of what God says is important about naming our children. In Bible times, when children were born, they always given names ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fulfilling God’s Purpose

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 28, 2013
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    To accomplish God’s good purpose, we are to respect all people, love other believers, fear God, and honor those who rule over us - even when something doesn’t seem good to us. These kinds of actions may fan a spark of belief in those who observe our respo

    Opening illustration: Sometimes when I want to start a fire, the wind puts it out. But when I try to keep a fire burning, wind keeps it going. So, in the first situation, I label wind “bad” because it thwarts my plans; in the other, I label it “good” because it helps me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Recipient Of God's Favor

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 6, 2021
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    If you are recipient of God’s favor, you could further expect at least two things. What are those?

    “Now Cain said to his brother Abel, ‘Let’s go out to the field.’ While they were in the field, Cain attacked his brother Abel and killed him. Then the LORD said to Cain, ‘Where is your brother Abel?’ ‘I don’t know,’ he replied. ‘Am I my brother’s keeper?’ The LORD said, ‘What have you done? Listen! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vessels Fit For The Master's Use

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 18, 2003
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    There are vessels of earth with limited use and effectiveness, and there are vessels of Gold and Silver usful for every good work. Which one are you?

    Vessels Fit For The Master’s Use – Part I II Timothy 2:19-26 Preached Sunday, January 5, 2003 Introduction: My prayer and personal theme for this year is "Lord, please use me in 2003!" Our life is short and fragile; riches pass, personal pleasure is empty… the only thing that will outlive me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Soldiers

    Contributed by Rex Deckard on Mar 18, 2006
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    We are in a spiritual conflict. It is not a new conflict, but for some of us, it is new. The bad news is that this conflict will continue to intensify until the time of Great Tribulation- it will get worse and worse. The good news is- we are going to wi

    The Good Soldier II Corinthians 10:3, II Timothy 2:1-26 Pastor Rex Deckard For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)Casting down imaginations, and every high thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Good Start

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Oct 12, 2007
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    It is great to know that Enoch walked with God, but it certainly is great to know that God walked with Enoch

    A Good Start 1This is the family tree of the human race: When God created the human race, he made it godlike, with a nature akin to God. Genesis 5:1 (MSG) 21 When Enoch had lived 65 years, he became the father of Methuselah. 22 And after he became the father of Methuselah, Enoch walked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Good Reason

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006
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    God is constantly at work.

    Good Reason Matthew 26:1-68 1 When Jesus had finished saying all these things, he said to his disciples, 2 "As you know, the Passover is two days away-- and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified." 3 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people assembled in the palace of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believing In God Yet Not Knowing Him

    Contributed by James Dina on Oct 1, 2020
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    The person that knows God will give an experimental taste and relish of the goodness of God, that God is good but a fool will hinder his own proficiency in the knowledge of God to enable him do evil to his satisfaction.

    BELIEVING IN GOD YET NOT KNOWING HIM " Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." ( 1 John 4:8) Behold, God is exalted, and we do not know Him; The number of His years is unsearchable (Job 36:26). It is a great thing to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why The Trinity Matters To Us Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 29, 2020
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    The trinity matters because: 1. God confirms this reality of His existence. 2. God communicates His character through the trinity 3. God carries out His work through the trinity.

    Why the Trinity Matters to Us The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 3:13-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 16, 2013 (Revised October 29, 2020) MESSAGE: *Does the trinity matter to us? As Bible-believing Baptists, we believe that the one true God exists as a trinity: Father, Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Excuses Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 29, 2014
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    At the very heart of the parable is who will be found in the Kingdom of God. It has to do with those who will respond positively to their invitation to accept Jesus, God’s great invitation to salvation.

    LUKE 14: 12-16-24 [PARABLES IN LUKE] GOOD EXCUSES [Isaiah 25:6-9] While attending a dinner party at a Pharisees’ house (vv. 1, 7, 12) Jesus challenges the guests to live and work so they will be rewarded in the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus then gives a parable about a banquet that alludes to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Goodness Series

    Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
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    Goodness a missing ingredient in todays christians.

    FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: SON-RIPENED FRUIT- GOODNESS (GENEROSITY) Ephesians 5: 1-14 Today I want to talk with you about another fruit of the spirit --Goodness: Did you know that there is more then one way to honk a horn. Two weeks ago after the sermon a man said to me that his Most difficult time with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Goodness

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023
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    Jeff Bezos, the CEO of Amazon.com, was ten years old when he saw a commercial stating that every puff a smoker took on a cigarette shortened his or her life by two minutes. He was quite a math whiz,

    The Fruit of Goodness We use the word good to describe all sorts of things. A. “How are you feeling today? Good. B. How was the work? Good. C. How was that biryani? Really good!” D. God used the word good to describe the various days of creation. At the end of each day God looked over what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    Explores the depth of Jesus Christ's love, guidance, and commitment as our Good Shepherd, urging us to trust and obey Him, even in challenges.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the nourishment that only God's Word can provide. We are here today to celebrate ...read more

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    Broken For Use Series

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016
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    Part 1 of series on Elijah. God uses difficult times to prepare us for His use.

    Broken For Use Elijah, Part 1 If you have your bible open up to the book of I Kings, chapter 17, page ____ Today we are starting a four-week study on one of the greatest people of God in all of scripture. Let me give you the context of the time period that we are studying. After the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational