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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Keep The Garden Of Eden Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 14, 2023
     | 2,449 views

    We are created to worship God but we can’t escape from our duties, work and responsibilities. This sermon leads you to strike balance between three works, worship and relationship. God bless you.

    Theme: Keep the Garden Text: Genesis 2:4-17 Greetings: The Lord is good; and his love endures forever! Introduction: Bible is the only scripture which has systematically develop the creation of the world and gives the picture of what would happen at the end. We have the story of the creation ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Galatians & Thessalonians: Faith In Jesus, Encouragement For Trials, & The End Times

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 24, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,618 views

    The message of the book of Galatians is very clear: You are saved by faith in Jesus Christ, not by obeying the works of the law.

    “A duck hunter was with a friend in the wide-open land of southeastern Georgia. Far away on the horizon he noticed a cloud of smoke. Soon he could hear crackling as the wind shifted. He realized the terrible truth; a brushfire was advancing, so fast they couldn't outrun it. Rifling through his ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Focus On His Image Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,443 views

    We need to focus on His return, do God’s will, keep our hearts blameless and by all means build each other up and not tear each other down.

    Series: Imitators Thesis of series: We live in a society that seldom reflects Jesus. As Christians, we are called to be His reflection, to do His will and to keep our hearts blameless. Sermon: Focus on His Image Thesis of sermon: We need to focus on His return, do God’s will, keep our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    God Wants You To Be Fat! Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jul 12, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,713 views

    God loves a FAT Man! One who is FAITHFUL, ACCOUNTABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY. Main Points and Title for this sermon were inspired by a sermon from William Wilmore, Jr. God Loves a Fat Man.

    God Wants You To Be FAT! The Parable of the Talents) Matthew 25:14–30 INTRODUCTION • The Players in the Parable: The Master represents Christ while the servants represent us (Christians). • When Jesus ascended into heaven, he was like a man traveling to another country. • He did not leave us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    Make My Mess A Miracle Series

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 8, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,104 views

    Some of us Have been in a Mess so Long that it "APPEARS that the only thing that can get us out is a miracle.

    Make My Mess a Miracle For many of us we have live a life full of mess as it relates to our work words and deeds, we have made a complete mockery of what God has has planned for us. We have lived with our own opinion and have negated the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Randall LaVere II avatar

    The Word Is Alive

    Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Apr 28, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,583 views

    Jesus said-the words that I speak...they are spirit and they are life

    Word is alive Awesomeness of God. He created man, and gave him dominion of the earth, all the while knowing that we would fail. Raised up many leaders, prophets and kings throughout time, but none could live up to the law. Jn. 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth, the flesh profits nothing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Joe Robbins avatar

    The Call Of Elisha

    Contributed by Joe Robbins on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,252 views

    To be called to a place of power, one must learn how to serve first.

    The Call of Elisha I Kings 19:18-21 "Bible Passage" I. It was an unexpected/suprising call. A. Elijah didn’t find him in the schools of the prophets, but in the field. Not reading, nor praying, nor sacrificing, but ploughing. B. Idleness is no man’s honor, nor is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Message 10 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:12-14 – Church Leadership Positions And Practical Matters For Christians Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 31, 2022
     | 1,599 views

    In church government there are 5 words translations use for the leadership positions, looked at briefly and then we consider a verse of great practical support. It covers busybodies, disorderly people, the fainthearted, helping the weak Christians, and patience in opposition.

    MESSAGE 10 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:12-14 – CHURCH LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AND PRACTICAL MATTERS FOR CHRISTIANS RESPECT YOUR SHEPHERDS We will continue with the studies in 1Thessalonians, and today we will look at the governing of a church and the shepherd role within the leadership. PART A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Are You Living In Your Grace Period?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,673 views

    The question I want you to ask yourself this morning as we look at the parable of the fig tree is “Am I living in my grace period?” If you are, I hope that you will see your need and be motivated by God’s Spirit to allow Him work in you making you what y

    When I was in the insurance industry, I constantly had to deal with people seeking to maintain their policies perpetually in what they referred to as the policy’s grace period. A grace period is defined as the additional period of time a lender or an insurance policy issuer provides for a borrower ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Elijah: The Education Of A Prophet

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 77 ratings
     | 15,671 views

    In the small fragments of Elijah’s career given in the Scriptures, we can find the outline for the education of this prophet. In five simple lessons: the lesson of provision the lesson of patience. the lesson of power the lesson of preservation the

    Elijah: The Education of a Prophet Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 19:1-18 Text: "After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper. When Elijah heard it, he pulled his cloak over his face and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Then a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bruce Landry avatar

    Christian Basics P2 Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,637 views

    We continue our study into our Christian basics.

    Christian Basics Christian Basics Part 2 Basic Law is love (v.8) Love forbids stealing (v.9). Love forbids a false witness (v.9). An Indian Christian, Sandhu Singh, made a perceptive statement when he said, "One day I was sitting on the banks of a river. I took from the water a round stone and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Catteau avatar

    Thank You For Your Time

    Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,778 views

    A Labor Day Sermon celebrating the work of the members of the church.

    Labor Day 2010 Happy Labor Day Not just a day off or the end of summer, but a day to celebrate the American Worker What would the world be like if people didn't work? Alabama - 40 Hour Week (1985) There are people in this country who work hard every day Not for fame or fortune do they strive ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Mom On A Mission

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 3, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,138 views

    Encouraging those women who are hardworking and pursuing to become HIS women, regardless of their status quo. These women who are serious about their life, family and community and desire to set a godly example for those who follow.

    Opening illustration: Watch a video clip on ‘more than rubies.’ Let us turn to Proverbs 31 and see what Lemuel the wise has written pertaining to a wife and mother. Introduction: In the final chapter of Proverbs we have the character of a king according to wisdom, and that of the woman in her own ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    He Is Alive!! Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,470 views

    How often does God take us to a place in our walk with Him where we are confused and don't understand? How often do we then find ourselves remembering what God has told us and the understanding begins to flow?

    1But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. First day of the week – Sunday… this is why Christians observe worship of Christ on Sundays instead of what is traditionally believed to be the Sabbath which is Saturday. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C Jordan avatar

    Brand New Day Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Mar 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,344 views

    God wants us to experience a brand new day! His plan for us includes a new beginning, new hope, and new faith. In Christ Jesus, all things will become new.

    BRAND NEW DAY: RESURRECTION SUNDAY INTRO TO TOPIC: What does the resurrection of Jesus Christ mean to us today? • “Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” (Isaiah 43:18). THE BIG IDEA: ...read more

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