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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Power Up Kingdom Living Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 10, 2023
     | 2,132 views

    In Matthew Jesus frames up the Jesus Life by speaking about the Kingdom of God. Not a physical kingdom with walls, a castle, and a throne. It is a spiritual Kingdom. Jesus is our King.

    Power Up Kingdom Living   Matthew 13:31-51 Introduction Power Up - it’s what we need to do when our spiritual batteries get low. We need to connect to the power source, overcome temptation, use the power of influence, exercise the spiritual disciplines, and escape judgmentalism in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "A Naked Man And A Bunch Of Crazy Pigs”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 9, 2025
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    Our Gospel lesson today is a powerful story of Jesus confronting evil. There are several truths: The first truth is that evil is real. The second truth: When Jesus changes your life…. You will not be able to keep Him a secret. also a personal story about pigs.

    In Jesus Holy Name June 22, 2025 Text; Luke 8:27,32 Redeemer “A Naked Man and a Bunch of Crazy Pigs” Our Gospel lesson today is a powerful story of Jesus confronting evil. It is an event in the ongoing education of the disciples. It’s a great story full of surprises and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Holy Habits #3: Self-Control Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 5, 2025
     | 231 views

    Craig Groeschel said, “Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” That’s a good description of our subject for today: Self-Control.

    HOLY HABIT #3: SELF-CONTROL Introduction Craig Groeschel said, “Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” That’s a good description of our subject for today: Self-Control. In this series we have added to our faith goodness —a life of moral excellence—and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Citizen Of Kingdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
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     | 769 views

    This sermon explores our elevated yet humble status as citizens of God's kingdom, emphasizing the transformative power of grace, peace, and divine citizenship.

    Good morning, beloved! It's a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where we seek solace and strength, wisdom and warmth, from the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has something to say to us today, something we need to hear, something that will ...read more

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    Refining Your Values

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,535 views

    Jesus called his disciples (apostles and others) to refine their values so that they may better serve God in the spread of the gospel. In the gospel text of the morning, Luke records the first part of Jesus’ sermon on the plain – the blessings and woes o

    The Roman emperor Charlemagne has an interesting story surrounding his burial. This famous king asked to be entombed sitting upright in his throne. He asked that they place the crown on his head and his scepter in his hand. He requested that they drape the royal cape around his shoulders and an ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Fellowship Of Christians

    Contributed by Earl Graston on Jul 7, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,864 views

    Christians need each other

    FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 7-3-2005 1 John 1:3 “that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ” In the fall of the year, Linda, a young woman, was traveling alone up the rutted ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Youths And Dating

    Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 32,558 views

    Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main causes of Tension between parents and youths. Sometimes its even a problem among youths themselves.

    DATING AND YOUTHS Objectives of the message • Help youths know what dating is, • Explore the dangers of dating, • Know how parents can help, • Resolve to have a purpose before dating. Introduction: Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defense And Weapons Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 22, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,350 views

    The final section of 2 Corinthians begins here. Paul’s toughest words in scripture are in this section as he goes to war for the souls of the saints in this church.

    1 Corinthians 10 7 Do you look at things according to the outward appearance? If anyone is convinced in himself that he is Christ’s, let him again consider this in himself, that just as he is Christ’s, even so we are Christ’s. 8For even if I should boast somewhat more about our authority, which the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Share Your Faith

    Contributed by Kent Tucker on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,745 views

    Dealing with the seven most common questions or fears believers have that make them hesitant about sharing their faith with their friends.

    Fears about Sharing Your Faith All of us have friends, neighbors, relatives, people we work with who need God. Our hearts desire is that they would come to faith in Christ. The question is, what if your friends want to know how to become a Christian, could you lead them to Christ? 1. How do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leading Like Jesus Part Two

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,714 views

    Our true ability to make an impact on the world boils down to leadership

    Leading Like Jesus Part 2 Selected Passages November Evening Service Introduction Leadership is the art to of influencing and directing people in such a way that will win their obedience, confidence, respect and loyal cooperation in achieving common objectives. U. S. Air Force If we are going ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    An Extreme Make Over Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,847 views

    Acts 9 is one of the most exciting chapters in the early history of the church. The conversion of Saul of Tarsus, the leading persecutor of the early church was perhaps the greatest event in church history after the coming of the Holy Ghost at Pentecost.

    AN EXTREME MAKE-OVER Acts 9:1-31 Acts 9 is one of the most exciting chapters in the early history of the church. The conversion of Saul of Tarsus, the leading persecutor of the early church was perhaps the greatest event in church history after the coming of the Holy Ghost at Pentecost. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Keys - Abiding In Christ And Christ's Words Abiding In Us Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Feb 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,073 views

    Abiding in Christ, a relationship more intimate than being at home with a loving family, is our source of life. Christ’s words abiding in us should be so familiar to us that when we encounter the false we know it. These are two keys to empowered prayer.

    Prayer Keys - Abiding in Christ and Christ’s Words Abiding in Us “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you,” John 15:7. For this prayer key, I prefer the “old fashioned” King James Bible language. Abiding carries ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rendering Unto Caesar

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,208 views

    Jesus is showing how citizens have both civic and moral obligations; we obey secular law yet we owe everything to God, Who deserves our primary allegiance.

    An IRS agent contacted a taxpayer to conduct an audit. He noted, “Our records show that you still have some money left over after paying your taxes. How do you account for that?” Another taxpayer told his attorney that when he dies, to place his ashes in an envelope and mail it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Pieces Of The Puzzle Are On The Table Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016
     | 4,292 views

    Examining verses predicting each future event in sequence of its fulfillment.

    THE PIECES OF THE PUZZLE ARE ON THE TABLE Part 1 PURPOSE: To examine the verses predicting each future event in sequence of its fulfillment. I. INTRODUCTION: AN ANALYSIS OF EVENTS INFLUENCING PROPHECY. A. WHAT PIECES ARE ON THE TABLE? 1. The Berlin Wall fell on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Answer Two: God’s Humble And Simple People Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 9, 2015
     | 6,548 views

    Every church needs to take this message to heart because one of the most tragic characteristics of modern society is pride and self-sufficiency.

    I said last time that in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians concerning what to do about their divided church, Paul gives 11 answers to their problem. The first answer, Paul said, was the cross. If the church would refocus on their purpose based upon the cross, the church would begin to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist