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    Jesus Calms The Storms PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,459 views

    Encourages believers to trust in Jesus' sovereignty and power during life's storms, remembering His presence and finding refuge in Him.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a gift to be gathered here today, to share in the joy of our faith, to experience the unity of our purpose, and to bask in the love of our Savior? Isn't it a blessing to be able to turn to His Word, a living testament of His love and power, and find ...read more

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    A Pure Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,534 views

    Explores the meaning of purity of heart, its importance in Christian character, and the divine promise of seeing God for those who attain it.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. We are gathered here today, in this sanctuary of faith, to engage with the divine words of the Gospel, to be touched by the wisdom of the Lord, and to find solace and guidance for our lives. We are here today, not by mere chance, not by simple coincidence, but ...read more

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    Give Grace Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 23, 2009
     | 4,037 views

    We are to Give Grace in 1) Truth 2) Anger 3) Possessions 4) Words and 5) Virtue

    Should there be a limit to the kindness that we show to others? A big debate is brewing after a recent superior court decision that the government not always demand that immigration sponsors repay government assistance to immigrants who fail to live up to immigration pledges. This is in essence a ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Little Fox Of Sinful Speech

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,922 views

    The little fox of sinful speech traps many believers and ruins their witness.

    Song of Solomon 2:15 KJV Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes. Ephesians 4:29 KJV Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus I Am The Vine Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 3, 2021
     | 4,799 views

    Jesus said He is “The True Vine” and He is the one that gives life, He is also the one that enables a vine to produce fruit. Without Him we can do nothing, so it is imperative that we stay connected to the true vine to live a fulfilled and meaningful life.

    Video Transition: I am video then play I am the Vine video Series: Jesus the I Am of Renewal! A Survey Of 7,000 People, Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on sermoncentral “A survey of 7,000 people, conducted by the sponsorship Research International in six countries found that the Shell Oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Potter's Clay

    Contributed by Jim Parisi on Sep 15, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,566 views

    Do we really know what we are asking for when we ask God to use us? The scriptures are clear that God formed man out of the dust of the earth

    I am the Potter’s Clay Sept, 15, 02 HHM Pastor Jim Parisi So many times in our walks we want to be used of the Lord. So Freely with our words we proclaim use me Lord Use me... Use me for your Kingdom Do we really know what we are asking for when we ask God to use us? The scriptures are clear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Perils Of Not Being A Christian

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,668 views

    1. Have you ever stopped to consider the many perils of not being a Christian? Paul did in this passage.

    1. Have you ever stopped to consider the many perils of not being a Christian? Paul did in this passage. In these verses Paul writes, "Therefore, God gave them up to their uncleanness." It is a terrible thing to be given over to one’s sinful nature. The degradation of self-destructive sinful ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Crowd, Court, And Conviction Series

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,332 views

    Jesus willingly gave his life for you; therefore, you must willingly live your life for him.

    The Passion – the crowd, court, and conviction Hope Community Church February 15, 2004 Matthew 26:47-67 Jesus willingly gave all of his life for you; therefore, you must willingly live all of your life for him. I. Jesus willingly faced the crowd (vv 47-56) A. He willingly suffered the betrayal ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Becoming A Person Of Great Character Series

    Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,173 views

    They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus.

    They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus. In Matthew 5, Jesus continues his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches how to develop great character in your life. A. We must realize why we are here. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Crucifying Your Idols

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,114 views

    When Jesus said to "cut off" the eye or hand that caused one to sin ("stumble") what He meant was that we needed to cast off the heart set on the flesh. So, what causes you to stumble in your relationship with God?

    Crucifying Your Idols Theme: Ridding the heart that cause us to stumble in giving our lives to God INTRODUCTION A. Problem: “If your right eye causes you to stumble…” Matt. 5:29 1. Answer: “Tear it out and throw it from you…” 2. Reason: “It is better for you to lose one of the parts of your body, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is The Color Of Your Faith

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 15, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 9,725 views

    The purpose of trials for the believer is said to involve the perfecting to our faith

    What Is The Color Of Your Faith?-By Reverend A. L. Torrence 1 Peter 1:6-7 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that your faith–of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    His Truth Is Marching On

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,559 views

    this sermon was preached at a prayer breakfast briefly describing the Belt of Truth which is one of the pieces of the Armour of God found in the book of Ephesians.

    For the Christian soldier the first vital piece of armor is truth. It provides support and braces the soldier ready for action. Since Satan is the father of lies (John 8:44), we cannot expect his weapons to serve our cause. While this “truth” is the epitome of the gospel of Jesus the Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Getting Ready For Worship Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 7, 2009
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,043 views

    This study teaches us how to get ready for worship.

    When you come to worship do you prepare yourself for a worship experience? What do I mean, prepare yourself? The 24th Psalm addresses this question. In verse 3 it raises the question. " Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place?" This Psalm discusses the question ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Let Christ Change You

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,686 views

    Three Prayers Given at Gadara

    Sun. June 6/93 Mk 5:1-20 LET CHRIST CHANGE YOU - Life’s tragic wrecks. - The most tragic wreck of all is the wreck of the human soul - Mk. 8:36 For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and lose his own soul - the soul the only thing that I have that will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Harding avatar

    The Chronicles Of Daniel #1: Undefiled

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,028 views

    AN UNDEFILED LIFE IS USABLE FOR GOD AND HIS KINGDOM!

    THE CHRONICLES OF DANIEL #1: UNDEFILED DANIEL 1: 1-21 JULY 18, 2004 INTRODUCTION: Quotes Topic: Christian Character/Fruits We are not to be isolated but insulated, moving in the midst of evil but untouched by it. Separation is contact without contamination. Jesus was “holy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist