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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,806 views

    Explore the purpose and power of God over the "thorns" or challenges in our lives.

    Good morning, family! Today, we'll be diving deep into 2 Corinthians 12:7. We're going to explore the reality of a thorn in our flesh, the purpose of it, and most importantly, the power of God over that thorn. You know, Charles Spurgeon once said, "Trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil ...read more

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    Generation Of Christian Leaders Riding Into Sunset Spark Reevaluation

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jul 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,180 views

    With the passing of Jerry Falwell and D. James Kennedy along with the dissolution of the Center for Reclaiming America and the Center for Christian Statesmanship, the issue has arisen once again as to whether or not conservative Evangelicals should partic

    With the passing of Jerry Falwell and D. James Kennedy along with the dissolution of the Center for Reclaiming America and the Center for Christian Statesmanship, the issue has arisen once again as to whether or not conservative Evangelicals should participate in political activity. Since things ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Hollywood Wants You To Believe... Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 70 ratings
     | 14,594 views

    One of the biggest influences on our society is Hollywood and the messages that they bring us are not always in line with the Word of God. They have an agenda that is clear, how can we distinguish what is right in a world flooded with all sorts of messag

    What Hollywood Wants You to Believe Introduction: Our culture is greatly influenced by Hollywood. This morning I want to talk about some things that Hollywood wants you to believe. When I say Hollywood, I guess I am referring to our culture as a whole because Hollywood seems almost symbolic to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Vote!

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,401 views

    It’s time to reclaim our heritage!

    PROVERBS 14:34 Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a reproach to any people PROVERBS 29:2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan The title of this sermon is ’Why didn’t somebody do something?’ I took this from a story we heard at ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thermostats And Thermometers

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,173 views

    We should influence the world around us – not be influenced BY the world

    Thermostats and Thermometers August 23, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should influence the world around us – not be influenced BY the world. Focus Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 Supplemental Passage: And do not be conformed to this world, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing On The Word

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 11, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,677 views

    Many read the bible for different reasons but why was the bible written? There is a purpose for reading the bible and we should let it accomplish its purpose in our lives.

    Standing on The Word. Opening Hymn Closing Hymn Scripture Reading: Ps. 1 Let us turn to the Jeremiah 36:1 - 4 (KJV); And it came to pass ¶And it came to pass in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah, that this word came unto Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, Take thee a ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Abundant Living: A Lifetime Of Learning

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 8, 2011
     | 4,337 views

    Someone said, "Ecstatic experiences will not free us. Without knowledge of the truth, we will not be free." This talk explores the value of Bible study.

    An Invitation to Abundant Living “Lifetime of Learning” Philippians 4:8-9 Instead of studying for the last exam of their college careers, four seniors spent the night partying in the house they had rented off campus. The next morning they waited until the test would be almost finished, and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Word Power Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 20, 2013
     | 6,342 views

    If you and I want the influence of our lives to have a multiplying effect in this world, then we must hear the Word; believe it and do it!

    A lawyer, a doctor and a preacher were hunting together when they came upon a big buck. All three of them shot at the same time, and the buck immediately dropped to the ground. The lawyer, the doctor and the preacher rushed in to examine their prey, but they could not determine whose shot had ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Everything You Do Matters

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Sep 17, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,433 views

    This sermon demonstrates how every action we take has impact on the world around us. Influence is a powerful tool of the faithful Christian!

    Everything You Do Matters The Butterfly Effect The law of cause and effect is no mystery. The butterfly effect was considered by some scientists years ago, with the idea that when a butterfly flaps it’s wings, the waves created in the air as those flaps traveled around the earth could ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Bible Gives Illumination Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019
     | 2,465 views

    The Influence of the Bible

    A. INTRODUCTION: THE INFLUENCE OF THE BIBLE 1. Jesus never wrote one word of the Scriptures. 2. Jesus was the Word and His miracles, sermons, and salvation had to be passed on. “In the beginning was the Word” (John 1:1). Jesus “suffer(ed) for sins, raise from the dead . . . be preached to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Or Social Media?

    Contributed by Demarquis Johnson on May 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,913 views

    All of the Instagram reels, someone is an influencer giving expert advice. God is the Expert influencer we need.

    God Is an Expert on Man! Your influencer Demarquis Lamar Johnson “I am the LORD, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for Me?” (Jeremiah 32:27). Introduction One day while flipping through the tv stations. I realized on nearly every channel, there is a talk show or someone being ...read more

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    A Revival Of The Word

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 23, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,991 views

    There must be a revival of the word of God in the hearts of new believers.

    May 25, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Amos 8:11-14 Subject: The Word of God and the End Title: A Revival of the Word Well, our big week has come and gone. Ric Gorden was great on Saturday night. His music and humor really fit into this church. So did the Word of God that he shared. Sunday morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of Communication Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 23, 2024
     | 997 views

    Communication has a powerful influence on behavior and character. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, Paul warns, be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners

    Communication is a cornerstone of human interactions, shaping societies, fostering relationships, and bridging diverse communities. While the Bible may not explore modern communication technologies and platforms, it offers profound insights into the principles and consequences of how we convey our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Are Salt And Light Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jun 8, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,370 views

    Continuation of the series "Who We are in Christ." We are called to be an influence in the world.

    Who are we “in Christ?” What is our purpose “in Christ?" Think on that for a moment. If we are “in Christ” we are “saved.” We talked about that we are “a new creation in Christ” (2 Corinthians 5:17). If there was no further purpose for us on earth after our conversion, why are we not taken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have Good News To Tell But Don't Tell It.

    Contributed by Jerry Carr on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 13,053 views

    We are living in a time it seems like their is no good news at all, turn or your radio, tv, read the paper and all you here or read is bad news, well I’m here to tell you this morning their is good news to tell.

    By way of introduction this morning I want you to notice 2 things, #1 The problem that existed #2 How God supernaturally provided what they needed. We find in chapter 6 that syria once again was at war with Israel, we find where Benhadad the King of Syria had gathered together his great army ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible