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  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Growing In Fruitfulness

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
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     | 1,548 views

    Are you really leading and having a fruitful life? Are you truly connected to Jesus and fruitful growth is visible in your life? Do you know your calling and are you living that out?

    Opening illustration: University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, who became the first sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy, was honored by the Florida Senate. The Senate awarded him the Medallion of Excellence for his achievements off the field, the highest honor given by the chamber. Tebow had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Imperfect Family Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024
     | 1,694 views

    Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

    WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: AN IMPERFECT FAMILY A. Today we are beginning our Summer Sermon Series about the LIFE of Joseph from Genesis 37-50, titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” Today we’ll be looking at Joseph’s “IMPERFECT FAMILY”. 1. Of course, the theme: “When Life is the Pits”, is DERIVED ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Of The Breakthrough

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 1, 2026
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     | 953 views

    God wants us to break through to a higher level in 2026. He wants to give us breakthroughs in our finances, our jobs, our marriages, our kids, and our churches! But it requires a deeper commitment, deeper prayer & stretching our faith to a new level.

    GOD OF THE BREAKTHROUGH 2 Sam. 5:17-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: New Year’s Humor 1. On New Year’s Eve an elderly man was stopped by the police around 2 AM and was asked where he was going at that time of night. 2. The man replied, "I'm on my way to a lecture about alcohol abuse and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It's Time For The Church To Wake Up! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,424 views

    Explores spiritual alertness, discernment, and preparation for spiritual warfare, as guided by Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans.

    Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are knit together by the common thread of our faith, and it is a joy to share this sacred space and time with you. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Apostle Paul's ...read more

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    Trusting God When Life Happens PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,104 views

    This sermon explores Psalm 13, emphasizing the importance of trusting God's plan and timing, even in the midst of trials and tribulations.

    Good morning, beloved family. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you here today, united by our shared love for our Heavenly Father and His Word. As we gather, let us remember the wise words of J.I. Packer, who once said, "Once you become aware that the main business that you are here ...read more

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  • Robert Fox avatar

    What Is Fasting? Series

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Apr 24, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,179 views

    Many students graduate from their faith when they graduate from high-school. Why? This sermon addresses that question and shows how the spiritual discipline of fasting can help keep students from falling away from God when they are suddenly on thier own

    This lesson was developed for a senior high student ministry and was presented in PowerPoint format. If you would like the original PPT file (about 1 meg without video clips), click on “all sermons by Robert Fox” at the top of this page, then click on the “contact” link and shoot me an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discipline That Is Consistent Series

    Contributed by Dave Stone on Jun 19, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,583 views

    The parent who balances love and discipline without compromising either produces well-adjusted kids who maintain a positive relationship with Mom and Dad.

    We are looking at the building blocks of faithful families in our series; and this week we’re gonna look at the topic of discipline. About twenty some years ago when Beth and I were just starting on this journey called parenting, we hosted a family conference here at Southeast that was very ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016
     | 11,181 views

    Part 1 of a series on the supernatural aspects of our Christian walk.

    WINNING THE SPIRITUAL WAR Supernatural, Part 1 This is the first week of our series “Supernatural”. Some of you are saying, “Are we going to become weird, now?” Okay, ushers, if you would bring forward the poisonous snakes up front…. joking… I promise ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Those Who Must Be Silenced Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 14, 2021
     | 2,078 views

    In Titus 1:10–16, Paul first gives a general 1) description of false teachers in the church who are to be silenced (Titus 1:10–13a). He then specifies 2) What the reaction to those should be (Titus 1:13b–14) and 3) Evaluates their lives (Titus 1:15–16).

    Titus 1:10–16. 10 For there are many who are insubordinate, empty talkers and deceivers, especially those of the circumcision party. 11 They must be silenced, since they are upsetting whole families by teaching for shameful gain what they ought not to teach. 12 One of the Cretans, a prophet of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Grace Awakening Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 29, 2021
     | 2,368 views

    1) The Penalty (Titus 2:11), 2) The Power (Titus 2:12), 3) The Presence (Titus 2:13), and 4) The Possession (Titus 2:14) of sin.

    Titus 2:11-14. [11] For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, [12] training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, [13] waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    "We Are Not Just Forgiven; We Are Changed.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 159 ratings
     | 11,368 views

    March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “We are not just forgiven; we are changed.”

    March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “We are not just forgiven; we are changed.” Verses one to eleven, further develop Paul’s doctrine of justification. Paul has been making the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Gain Support From Christian Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,554 views

    Many churches have failed to grow due to poor communications. One man came from the U.S. to teach principles of communication in management to ECWA leaders, but he failed to communicate. He knew all the proper theories, but he failed to show understandi

    How To Gain Support From Christian Leaders for Church Planting Projects Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain why it is important to establish rapport with leaders. 2.The students will explain how to approach local leaders in seeking their support for planting and growing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Problem-Solution Approaches To Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 23 ratings
     | 4,036 views

    Problem-Solution Approaches to Spiritual Warfare

    How to Develop Problem-Solution Sermons a). Definition - A sermon that describes a problem, its nature, causes, effects and solutions. b). Describe the importance of the problem to your listeners. Discuss its significance in the light of scriptural, social, physical, emotional, and mental ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Techniques Of Fishing For Men

    Contributed by Kyle Blanton on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 17,078 views

    In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.

    In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.” I am not much of a fisherman to say the least. I have on occasion gone out with my friends and tried to fish. We would sit on the pontoon boat with the radio playing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Twenty Reasons Not To Sin Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 20, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 3,743 views

    This Sermon gives us reasons why not to sin

    TWENTY REASONS NOT TO SIN Part 3 Coming Clean Part 4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Prov. 6:20-23 “My son, keep your father’s commands and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Bind them upon your heart forever; fasten them around your neck. When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal