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  • Richelle Smith avatar

    Praise The Lord Series

    Contributed by Richelle Smith on Jul 27, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,346 views

    Encouragement of a closer walk in Christ

    There is nothing more refreshing and invigorating than taking a plunge into the realm of praise and worship, lifting up the name of Jesus. When you love someone, you should tell them. That's a part of praise. When you love someone, you want to be close to them. It shows you value them. When you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Welcome To The Misfit Kingdom

    Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 15,256 views

    Causing a complacent church to love the unlovely!

    Welcome to the Misfit Kingdom/When Strangers are Welcomed Home (Exp/ Deductive with Inductive twist) The Greek poet, Hosaye wrote, “ If you tell me who you love, I can tell you who you are Max Lucado a dynamic Christian author said it this way, ‘ The sign of the saved is their love for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Shall We Escape? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 29, 2012
     | 11,615 views

    Many professing Christians treat the Faith as though it were optional; God calls us to absolute commitment.

    “We must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For since the message declared by angels proved to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Become Man / Woman Of Courage

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Nov 17, 2012
    based on 67 ratings
     | 28,291 views

    If we are to claim our symbolical Promise Land, then we should be prepared for the spiritual battle and be the MEN AND WOMAN OF COURAGE in our own generation.

    HOW TO BECOME THE MEN AND WOMEN OF COURAGE I don’t know what kind of challenging or discouraging situation you are facing today. But whatever it is, God’s message from scripture today is surely for you. He is telling you to BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS! Our text is the Book of Joshua Chapter One. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Can I Say Thanks?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 27, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,652 views

    Psalm 107:8 says, “Oh that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!" How can we say thanks to God who has so greatly blessed our lives? Let me give you five ways to express your thanks to God.

    How Can I Say Thanks? 2 Corinthians 9:15 Psalm 107:8 says, “Oh that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!" How can we say thanks to God who has so greatly blessed our lives? Let ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Oh, How He Loves Us

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 9, 2012
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    God is love. And the greatest display of God’s love was when he sent his son Jesus. Love is the most important thing. Vinet said, “The Christian faith does not consist in the belief that we are saved, but in the belief that we are loved.” Oh, how he loves

    OH, HOW HE LOVES US! Easter Sunday-2012 INTRODUCTION: 1st John 4:8 says that God is love. What this tells me is that everything that God is and does is love. Nothing God says and nothing God does is without love. And the greatest display of God’s love came when he sent his son Jesus. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Spread The Good News Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 17, 2015
     | 5,109 views

    We are to be good shepherds, servant leaders whose job description includes leading others to God. God empowers us as leaders and as followers to build up, to influence and to persuade others.

    When we spread the good news of the Gospel, we can expect to face opposition. The apostle Paul was no exception. He boldly preached the Gospel to the Thessalonians in spite of suffering and mistreatment. First Thessalonians 2:1-8 is a model for all Christians to follow, especially when they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How To Get Your Prayers Answered

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016
     | 4,948 views

    Praying in the right way.

    HOW TO GET YOUR PRAYERS ANSWERED Text: James 5:13-18 INTRODUCTION: There are some people who wonder why their prayers are not answered. We can not do as we please and obtain what we want. If we want what God had promised in His Word, we must do as He commanded in His Word. The Lord will keep His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Does Trust Lead To Power? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 2, 2020
     | 1,899 views

    This sermon looks at Mary's submission to the angel's message, saying that she is the Lord's servant. What can we learn from Mary? And how does having trust in God lead to seeing power from God?

    “I DON'T WANT TO BE A SERVANT!”: How does trust lead to power? - Luke 1:38. - We don’t want to be a servant. - It’s challenging for us today to embrace being a servant. We are far more familiar with being a consumer, where we are the one who is being served and whose needs are being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023
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     | 770 views

    This sermon explores God's grand plan, His grace through Jesus, and the gift of redemption, emphasizing how God uses our experiences to draw us closer to Him.

    Hello, brothers and sisters in Christ, it's truly a blessing to be standing here before you all today. We are gathered here in God's house, under His grace, ready to delve into His word and discover the profound truths that He has lovingly revealed to us. Let's begin by looking at the Scripture for ...read more

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    How To Live A Blessed Life

    Contributed by Delishia Davis on May 5, 2017
     | 6,665 views

    God has prescribed the right way to live and expects us to follow through. Read this sermon for more information on living a blessed life.

    “You, God, prescribed the right way to live; now you expect us to live it. Oh, that my steps might be steady, keeping to the course you set.” (Psalm 119: 4-5 The Message) Good Morning, soldiers in the fight of faith! Today is the day for yet another choice – how shall you live? We thank God for ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How To Find Happiness Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 14, 2023
     | 2,454 views

    People want their happiness more than anything else. God wants our holiness more than anything else. If we seek a holy life as spelled out in the beatitudes, we will find happiness.

    THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS - GOODNESS, SERVICE AND HOPE “Blessed (happy, to be envied) are you who mourn, etc… Matt. 5:3 / Luke 6:20 We are all searching for the same thing. Some seek it by getting married, and others by staying single. Some turn to God to find it, and others turn away. Some seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Sustain The Fire

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025
     | 731 views

    When God ignites His fire in a person’s life—whether through salvation, revival, or an outpouring of the Holy Spirit—it is not meant to burn momentarily and go out. The fire is meant to burn continuously.

    HOW TO SUSTAIN THE FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 1:6, Romans 12:11, Revelation 3:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Hebrews 12:29 INTRODUCTION: When God ignites His fire in a person’s life—whether through salvation, revival, or an outpouring of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sunday – “looking For Love In All The Wrong Places” Series

    Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,374 views

    A closer look at the resurrection of Christ.

    Sunday – “Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places” (Luke 24:1-12) 5th in a series on “Passion Week” Introduction: Cynthia Thomas tells a story about her “brother and his new wife who were escorted to their bridal suite in an elegant hotel in the wee hours of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Praying For A New Perspective Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 14,950 views

    While the Book of Psalms may be the most popular book in the Bible, and is most often associated with worship or songs of praise, the Psalms actually give us a very practical picture of prayer.

    Praying for a New Perspective We returned this past week from the best vacation we ever had as a family. We drove out east, visiting Washington, D.C. and Williamsburg, Virginia. Colonial Williamsburg is set in 1774, complete with restored homes and fascinating exhibits by silversmiths, wig ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist