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  • Michael Stark avatar

    God Works With Surprising Speed

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,373 views

    Study of the revival that occurred during the reign of Hezekiah, focusing in particular on the suddenness with which God moved the hearts of the people and the conditions that preceded that revival.

    “Hezekiah said, ‘You have now consecrated yourselves to the LORD. Come near; bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.’ And the assembly brought sacrifices and thank offerings, and all who were of a willing heart brought burnt offerings. The number of the burnt offerings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Crescendo Of Praise

    Contributed by Steve Heartsill on Nov 26, 2000
    based on 204 ratings
     | 12,782 views

    What kind of praise does God expect from us?

    A CRESCENDO OF PRAISE Psalm 150 As you know, all of my life, I have been a fan of Alabama football. Even though we have lived in several states and different parts of the country and I know that every state has an intense football rivalry, nothing I have ever seen compares to the annual Alabama ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Christian Cost Assessment

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Aug 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,132 views

    Discipleship is not a casual affair. In a series of three encounters, Jesus shows the high priority he places on discipleship.

    “Let’s cut to the chase. After nearly two decades of studying Christian churches in America, I’m convinced that the typical church as we know it today has a rapidly expiring shelf life.” This dire assessment of the state of the church begins George Barna’s 1998 book, The Second Coming of The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Mar 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,726 views

    God expects us as Christians to forgive those that hurt us.

    FORGIVENESS Text: Hebrews 12:14, 15 We all get hurt. Sometimes, a loved one will say the wrong thing and hurt your feelings. Or your spouse will forget your anniversary. Or someone that you thought was your friend betrays a secret. Most of the time we consider these to be minor offenses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unexpected Sunday Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 1, 2018
     | 7,182 views

    After Friday nobody expected what would happen on Sunday

    Nobody had expected this. It was only two days ago that the people of Jerusalem had watched as Jesus had been crucified as a heretic and a traitor to Rome. For three years Jesus had travelled throughout Israel. Preaching, teaching, healing the sick and feeding the hungry. He had quieted ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Meeting On The Mountain

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,422 views

    The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

    Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • OLORUNNISOLA ONI avatar

    How To Celebrate The Season

    Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Dec 14, 2010
     | 5,680 views

    This sermon tells us how God expects us to celebrate the season

    Topic: How to celebrate His birth Text: John 1: 1-14 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You A Laborer?

    Contributed by Daniel Cruz on May 20, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,359 views

    Laboring connects us to our purpose, we are expected to labor in the kingdom

    ARE YOU A LABORER? (What every Christian must know) By Pastor Daniel Preached Sunday May 17th 2015 Let me begin today by saying Jesus was a laborer Laboring is not just a means by which we receive wages as a compensation for our labor But laboring is also a powerful connector to purpose. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Total Commitment

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 348 ratings
     | 21,191 views

    To show what God expects out of His children

    ROM.12:1-2 " TOTAL COMMITMENT " There are close to 100 million church members in America and yet, why are they not making the moral and spiritual impact that they should? ***Why is it, that on Sunday morning, thousands of churches have empty pews?*** Why are so many churches closing their doors on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Greetings From Rome!: Finding Freedom In Grace Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 143 ratings
     | 4,214 views

    A plea to experience, extend, and expect the refreshment that grace brings

    Postcards from the Past: Finding Freedom in Grace Scripture Reading: Philemon 1-25 The aging rabbi stood, his loose-fitting Jewish garb flapping lightly in the breeze that blew through his spacious, Roman-style living quarters. His back was turned toward the dark-haired man who sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A View From The Finish Line Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,184 views

    A LIFE OF PERSEVERANCE EARNS A PERSPECTIVE OF CONTENTMENT, FULFILLMENT, AND EXPECTATION

    TITLE: A VIEW FROM THE FINISH LINE – FINAL REFLECTIONS FROM THE APOSTLE PAUL BIG IDEA: A LIFE OF PERSEVERANCE EARNS A PERSPECTIVE OF CONTENTMENT, FULFILLMENT, AND EXPECTATION I. (:6) PERSPECTIVE TOWARDS THE PRESENT: CONTENTMENT A. Content to be a Living (and Dying) Sacrifice “For I am already ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tommy Ellis avatar

    10 Commandments: How Should Christians Observe Them?

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 5, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 4,863 views

    Compares Old Testament observance of the commandments with Jesus’ expectations.

    THE 10 COMMANDMENTS HOW SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE THEM? All of the great religions that proclaim belief in one God submit to the 10 Commandments. Yet, how do we, as Christians, understand and obey these so-called Jewish commandments? Please read Exodus 20:1-17 For the Christian, the 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Huddlestun avatar

    Serving God 110%

    Contributed by Michael Huddlestun on Jun 20, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,311 views

    This sermon shows us what is expected of us as believers.

    Serving God 110% Mark 10:17-31 Michael A. Huddlestun Introduction: In life, there are a lot of things that if they are only done part way, then your results will not be satisfying. Such as cooking a steak, doing homework in school, shaving your face, or watching a movie. These are only a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Have You Any Figs?

    Contributed by James May on Apr 6, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,283 views

    God expects us to bear fruit or face the curse!

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Behold, Your King Is Coming To You

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,055 views

    Believers are anticipating with expectancy the next parade fit for a king.

    "Behold, Your King Is Coming To You" Zechariah 9:9-10 Palm Sunday * April 9, 2006 (Key ideas from David Dykes) Chester FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A More than a 100 years ago, two sportsmen were sailing along the coasts of Scotland. 1 They anchored ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist