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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Rescuing The Mission-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2010
     | 2,485 views

    Part 2 of a 3-part sermon. God rescued His mission from/out of Jonah’s obstinance. Thus a hampered mission of God must be rescued from our obstinance/indulgences. But how can it be done? 10 discoveries that can rescue God’s mission.

    Rescuing the Mission-II—Jonah 1:4-17 God rescued His mission from Jonah’s obstinance. A hampered mission can be rescued. What can be done to rescue God’s mission from sin/worldly/human disruption/corruption/indulgence? 10 discoveries that can rescue God’s mission. A hampered mission can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Loving God's Law Without Being Legalistic

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 3, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,538 views

    God transforms our lives by the Holy Spirit for a threefold purpose: His Glory, our benefit, and for the benefit of others.

    August 30, 2009 13th Sunday after Pentecost Text: Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-9 Grace, mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Since first coming to this congregation a little over seven years ago I have had numerous very pleasant experiences. I am thankful for the many ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christmas: When God Interrupts Human History Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 14, 2025
     | 281 views

    Christmas reveals the decisive moment when God stepped into human history to redeem humanity and restore divine purpose.

    CHRISTMAS: WHEN GOD INTERRUPTS HUMAN HISTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:26-38 Key Verse: “But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law.” (Galatians 4:4) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 7:14; Micah 5:2; John 1:14; Hebrews 2:14-15; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Heart Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 22, 2021
     | 4,995 views

    In the midst of a rumour accusing Paul falsely, we see him doing what he can to preserve the unity of the church and mission of the church. This is the heart of a servant of God.

    Read Acts 21:15-26. LET US PRAY: Thank you for your written Word. May the truth of your Word inspires us again, to know you and trust you, and to be faithful followers of Christ. May the life and ministry of Paul be an encouragement for all of us who are serving you today. Bless us with your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Favour Or Grace, You Can't Separate The Two

    Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 18,192 views

    This sermon’s purpose is to show that one cannot separate or make a distinction between having favor with God or experiencing God’s grace.

    Favour or Grace, You can’t separate the Two (Luke 2:39-52) I’ve often heard, he or she has found favour in the sight of God. For quite some time that phrase puzzled me. It puzzled me so much to the extent that I sought to found scriptural backing for such a statement. While searching ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Does Suffering Mean God Has Abandoned Me? Series

    Contributed by Ross Anderson on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,463 views

    Not even the worst afflictions you might face can cancel out God¡¦s purpose or God¡¦s favor in your life.

    You might have heard that, on the next to last day of our vacation, Nancy and I were rear-ended as we were pulling off the freeway in San Jose, California. Thankfully we weren¡¦t hurt, but the car was undriveable, and we were 850 miles from home without transportation. For a while we felt not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Improving Your Serve Series

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 7, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,404 views

    Playing Tennis is compared to practicing the fundatmentals found in Proverbs 3:5-6 to find God’s purpose and plan for your life.

    Improving Your Serve -Find God’s Plan for Your Life- Proverbs 3:5-6 Playing tennis has a lot in common with finding God’s plan for your life. I first started playing tennis in High School. I enjoyed getting out and hitting the ball as hard as I could with a wood racquet. I would try spinning ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Law As Teacher

    Contributed by Kenneth Roberts on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,958 views

    God’s Law is a stern teacher, but stern for a purpose: to drive us to the Gospel of Jesus Christ where real genuine freedom is found.

    One time when Jesus was off praying by himself, his disciples nearby, he asked them, "What are the crowds saying about me, about who I am?" [19] They said, "John the Baptizer. Others say Elijah. Still others say that one of the prophets from long ago has come back." [20] He then asked, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Pray PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,046 views

    Explore the purpose, practice, and power of prayer, emphasizing that it is more than just asking for things, but rather a vital spiritual transaction and lifeline to God.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a topic that's as familiar as our daily bread and as vital as the air we breathe – prayer. We're going to look at its purpose, how we ought to do it, and the unimaginable power it holds. Charles Spurgeon once said, "True prayer is neither a mere ...read more

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    Outlive Your Life

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,360 views

    We are made to make a difference. Do not just spend your life, invest it. Believe that God can use you, and accomplish His purposes on earth.

    [The thoughts in this sermon has been taken from Max Lucado's book Outlive Your Life.] You were made to make a different. We are not here to just make a living. • If we are called to be disciples of Christ, we are called to make a difference with our lives. Max Lucado shared this story in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Memorial Day 2018

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 26, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,624 views

    In this sermon we look at the purpose of Memorial Day, and we look at the importance of remembering Christ

    Memorial Day 2018 Text: Deuteronomy 8:11 – 19   Well, this is Memorial Day weekend.  And it’s an important holiday.  Not just because people get off work.  And not because we get to see so many family and friends.  Even though those things are nice.  It’s important because of what it’s all ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Discerning God's Voice: Does It Honor God?

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 2, 2024
     | 704 views

    As God's creation, our lives are supposed to point to the glory of our Creator. God calls us to live for His glory. And it's in His glory that we find our greatest purpose.

    Let's start off today talking about art. I am no artist but I appreciate art. When we look at a piece of art, we don't marvel over the canvas that it's painted on, or the type of paint that is used. We marvel over the artist. I am amazed how an artist can paint his thoughts on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Hands Of The Potter

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Aug 3, 2021
     | 2,646 views

    Jeremiah saw these things when he went to the potter's house. Clay; symbol of the human life. Wheel; symbol of human history. Potter; represents God.

    1. Here is a bible truth illustrated. A truth that every Christian needs to learn. 2. John 10:27-29; Romans 8:28, 35-39 3. There comes a time in the life of every person, family, and church, when you need to know where you are. 4. There will come a time when you must have a word from the Lord. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Embracing Life's Fresh Start SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 761 views

    God has gifted us with a fresh start through Jesus Christ. We are encouraged to (1) let go of our past, and (2) live with a renewed sense of purpose.

    Today, we will explore the incredible truth that God has given us a new life through Jesus Christ. This new life calls us to leave behind our past and embrace a renewed purpose. Let us dive into 2 Corinthians 5:17, which states, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old ...read more

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    The Fortress In The Storm

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Nov 8, 2025
     | 313 views

    Even when the earth shakes and storms bring devastation, God's sovereignty is not found in preventing the tragedy, but in being our unshakeable, present refuge within it.

    My friends, we come together today with heavy hearts. Our eyes have seen the images, our ears have heard the reports. We think of our brothers and sisters in the Philippines, in places like Cebu, who in the span of just a few short months have felt the very earth give way beneath them—first with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist