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The Man In The Wheelchair Who Changed My Life Though I Never Met Him.

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 18, 2020

based on 6 ratings

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How Tim Zingale, forced out by his church because of his disability, became used by God in amazing ways. A sermon on Philippians 2.

............. “For it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pressure” Phil 2:13 I’d like to talk to you about someone really special to me - though I have never met him. You know him too, though you don’t know you know him and you have never met him. His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 27:40, 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Anglican

New Year New Way

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 29, 2021

based on 1 rating

| 4,954 views

I will instruct you in the way you should go, I will teach you in the way you should go, and I will guide you with my eye.

New Year, New Way I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with my eye. - Psalm 32:8 Let me start with a question, Are you going to let God lead you all the way? Life is a journey from here to there. Today I want to say that God initiated a journey from here to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 3) Discovering God In Surprising Ways Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

based on 2 ratings

| 1,348 views

Many of us have had moments when we expected God to act a certain way, only to be surprised by how He actually revealed Himself. Perhaps you were praying for a breakthrough, but God brought transformation in a different form.

The Unexpected Jesus: Discovering God in Surprising Ways Introduction Today, I want to explore a theme that could radically transform your relationship with God: the idea that Jesus often shows up in ways we least expect. Many of us have had moments when we expected God to act a certain way, only ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-7, Isaiah 55:8-9, Psalm 139:7-10, Mark 5:25-34, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Luke 5:4-11, Isaiah 6:8, Hebrews 13:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Set Sail For Adventure Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025

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Remember, when the storms in your life rock your boat, Jesus is Lord over your storms. Cling to Him and trust Him.

SET SAIL FOR ADVENTURE Text: Acts 27:1-12 Introduction 1. Soon, Tina and I will be embarking on our 12th cruise. That’s an amazing thing for me to say, because it took Tina twenty-five years to talk me into it. The reason…I saw the movie Titanic too many times! In fact, on our first cruise I got a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

A Part: Changed & Transformed PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 679 views

To emphasize inviting God into our lives, trusting Him to work in us, and allowing His power and love to transform us, as we play our part in our spiritual growth.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We're going to dive right into the heart of something that we all grapple with in our Christian walk: inviting God into our lives, trusting Him to work in us, and allowing ourselves to be changed and transformed by His power and love. Let's remind ourselves of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Topics: Importance, Space, God

Mary, Did You Know? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 9, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 1,240 views

This sermon explores the obedience and willingness of Mary and Joseph in accepting God's divine plan for the birth of Jesus Christ.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family of believers, united by faith and a shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to celebrate His grace, to marvel in His mercy, and to grow in our understanding of His divine plan. Today, we turn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: God's Action

Victory In Submission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

based on 3 ratings

| 1,331 views

This sermon emphasizes the strength and victory found in submission to God, encouraging believers to surrender their will and seek His kingdom first.

Beloved in Christ, I am grateful to be standing before you today, as we gather in unity to break the bread of God's word. It is with a heart full of anticipation that I invite you to join me in unearthing the treasures of God's wisdom, as we focus our hearts and minds on the theme of submission. In ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10, Matthew 6:10, Ephesians 5:15-20

Topics: Submitting To God, Prayer

The Holinessof God Series

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Oct 18, 2000

based on 580 ratings

| 20,417 views

Holiness

If someone called you "holy" would you consider it to be a compliment? It would probably depend on two things. First, it would depend on whether another word was attached to the word holy, such as, "a holy roller" or "holier than thou" or a "Holy Joe". In these cases the term would be considered ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Revival From The Rubbish

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 9,104 views

Several lessons can be drawn from the actions of Nehemiah that prove that God can create when chaos seems to reign.

Nehemiah 4:1_3 – “1 But it came to pass, that when Sanballat heard that we builded the wall, he was wroth, and took great indignation, and mocked the Jews.” “2 And he spake before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, What do these feeble Jews? will they fortify themselves? will they ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Daughters Of The Horseleach

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004

based on 25 ratings

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Desire far surpasses talent, charisma, and even exceptional training. If I could choose, it would always be desire.

Mark 10:17-22 -- And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God. Thou knowest the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Total Surrender & Total Commitment

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

based on 25 ratings

| 16,667 views

Considering what kind of dedication a Christian is to have for Jesus Christ

This morning we’ve witnessed the dedication of Anslie. Brent and Natalie brought Anslie and presented her to the Lord dedicating her to His care. I want us to this morning consider what dedication is all about. What is it that you think of first when I mention the word dedication. You may think ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Limiting Freedom With Love Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 12, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 4,955 views

In this sermon we notice a restatement of our freedom in Christ. Then, we shall notice some limitations on our freedom. Finally, we shall observe some guidelines for our balance.

Scripture The pastor had heard the story so many times that listening to it again evoked a strange mixture of anger and despair. Although the names, dates, and places had changed, the story’s theme remained the same: one of his parishioners, Phil, had caused another Christian to stumble. This ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sound Advice For Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 14, 2005

based on 207 ratings

| 10,479 views

We all need advice for life, but the best advice comes from the Word of God.

INTRO.- ILL.- Someone said, “Good advice is what your own kids disregard but save to give to their kids.” Isn’t this the truth? “Now listen, you kids, my daddy always said…” I may not have done what daddy always said, but now I know he was right and I’m going to tell my kids. ILL.- Someone ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whodunit? Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004

based on 32 ratings

| 3,613 views

Who killed Jesus?

WHODUNIT (MK 14:40-43) Nobody could have predicted the controversy that erupted over the Aramaic-speaking, English-subtitled movie “The Passion of the Christ.” Months before the film’s release, rabbis went on the offensive and questioned publicly the appropriateness of such a movie. It seems that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:40-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pay Up Or Pack Up Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

based on 37 ratings

| 7,480 views

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 7 of 9

PAY UP OR PACK UP (MATTHEW 21:33-44) US News and World Report (3/31/97) polled 1,000 people several years ago on who they thought were people “very likely” or “somewhat likely” to go to heaven. The person most likely to go to heaven was none other than Mother Teresa, who garnered 79 percent of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:32-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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