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    I Didn't Know Jesus Like That! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,092 views

    This sermon explores the sustaining power of active faith in God during life's storms, as depicted in the Gospel of Mark 4:35-41.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit brimming with hope. We gather in this sacred space, not as separate individuals, but as a united body, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to offer our praises, ...read more

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    Paul's Courage Before Them - Part 2 Of 13 Series

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 3, 2003
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,044 views

    Paul’s continues to remind them of the Gospel that he shared with them in 1 Thessalonians 2:3.

    "Service and the Second Coming" - Part 2 of 13 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 “Paul’s Courage Before Them” 1 Thessalonians 2:3 I. Paul’s COURAGE before them. (vv. 1-4). A. His APPROACH towards them was not in vain. (v.1) entrance was neither empty-handed nor fruitless B. His AFFLICTION in boldly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Can Be Heroes

    Contributed by Jon Smethurst on Jun 9, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,108 views

    we can all learn from Epaphroditus, and become heroes of faith, and not just for one day!

    Heroes of Faith!!! when we think of ‘heroes of the bible’ who springs to mind, Hebrews 11 talks at length of some of the ‘heroes of faith’ in the old testament, mighty servants of God, ...and of course we have the author of our text Paul who was one of the new covenant heroes of faith, but just ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    When To Cause Trouble In The Church Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 18, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,267 views

    Should a person ever cause trouble in the church? Yes! This sermon tells you when. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style.

    WHEN TO CAUSE TROUBLE IN THE CHURCH Galatians 2:1-10 (NASB) 1 Then after an interval of fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, taking Titus along also. {2} And it was because of a revelation that I went up; and I submitted to them the gospel which I preach among the ...read more

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    Satisfaction Guarenteed

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,500 views

    This is a sermon that addresses God’s general invitation.

    Introduction: 29 Palms illustration READ SCRIPTURE Background: Messianic passage 49:1-57:21 Isaiah 52-53 (Messiah’s atonement). Isaiah 54 (Israel’s restoration). Isaiah 55 (the great invitation). REDEMPTION ► SPREAD TO ALL ► INVITATION GOES OUT Proposition: True satisfaction can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Birthmarks Of A Believer Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2002
    based on 244 ratings
     | 22,245 views

    15th in First John Series

    BIRTHMARKS OF A BELIEVER 1 John 5:1-5 INTRO: Were I to ask you if you are sure that you have been born physically you would think it a foolish question. Yet there are many people who are not sure that they have been born spiritually. There are certain characteristics that mark those that are of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Shout" Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 15,248 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God’s divine plan of blessings, for our lives, mandates that we HAVE FAITH AND DIVINE CONFIDENCE in Him when we PRAISE HIM.

    “When Praises Go Up, Blessings Come Down” U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker’s Multicultural Gospel Service, Taegu Korea BIG IDEA: GOD HAS A DIVINE PLAN OF BLESSINGS, FOR EACH OF US, THAT REQUIRES faith and divine confidence WHEN WE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Great Resurrection Debate.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,647 views

    The Life and death of Jesus is documented in records from the Roman Library, The Jewish Sanhedrin Records and even the Records of the Islamic Koran.

    The Great Resurrection Debate. I watched a program the other night featuring the Resurrection. On this program were theologians, debating weather the Resurrection of Jesus was real or a spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Amazing Race

    Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Jun 27, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,509 views

    Running the race of life as a Christian.

    Introduction: Have you seen that reality T.V. show called “The Amazing Race”? It takes different teams of people and has them running from one exotic location to another trying to be the first to arrive at the final destination. It’s kind of a crazy show as most reality TV shows are, but it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dare To Be A Daniel:dare Not To Defile Series

    Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Jun 27, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 18,736 views

    Daniel dared not to defile himself with the appetite of the world.

    How would you like to be Daniel? Approximately at the age of sixteen he was taken captive (vs.4) and sent off to live in Babylon, a place that was foreign to work of God and to be amongst a people that was anti-God in their living. The world we live in is tuned to the likes of Babylon … a place ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Door

    Contributed by James Hayden on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,653 views

    A door has two functions, it opens and it closes

    THE DOOR John 10:9 9) I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. What is a door? When we think of a door, we usually think of the opening in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is God Judging America

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 24, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,727 views

    If we consider the fact that God looks upon our nation like he does to Israel, then is it possible that the blessings and judgments God places on Israel could also apply to America?

    Is God Judging America Leviticus 26:14-39 Monte T. Brown July 5, 2009 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills Introduction Have you ever wonder way things seem to be getting worst in America. Why crime is up, why things seem to be falling apart, why the weather seems to be changing? We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Counts

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,335 views

    Building Character ❶. Be Committed ❷. Be Available ❸. Be Content ❹. Be Genuine

    - What’s Underneath? - Tiger Woods the world's No. 1 golfer - Woods on Friday (2/19/10) apologized for cheating on his wife - We are captivated by speed & precision in the Olympics rather than character - What’s under the paint? - Is that real wood or a vainer? - Go deeper than the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Because Serving Makes A Difference Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,059 views

    CELEBRATE A WONDERFUL LIFE AT CHRISTMAS KNOWING THAT SERVING MAKES A DIFFERENCE.

    It's a Wonderful Life Rediscovering it this Advent Season Because Serving Makes a Difference 2nd Sunday of Advent 12/7/08 INTRODUCTION What do you think of when you hear the word service? Military? Waitress? Tennis? Tea Service? Car Service? Church Service? This Christmas I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Personal Experience Series

    Contributed by John Putty on Mar 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,885 views

    The importance of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

    Acts 2:1-18(KJV) 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God