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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Othniel - From Dominated To Domineering Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025
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    You don’t have the power to obey until you make a choice to obey.

    A. WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM? 1. “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes” (21:25). a. No spiritual leadership to give godly direction. b. No one preached God’s standard. “In his own eyes.” c. When left to themselves, they turned to the left, i.e., to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons Of Faith From Ehud And Gideon

    Contributed by Kevin Call on Jan 19, 2026
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    The Book of Judges, in Hebrew, is also called (the Shophetim) Shophetim (שֹׁפְטִים) It is the Hebrew title for the Book of Judges, meaning "Judges," "Rulers," or "Deliverers," referring to the leaders who governed Israel. Of course, I’m talking about Ehud and Gideon.

    Cycles in history refer to the idea that patterns, events, and societal moods recur over time. It’s usually described as repeating rhythms of growth, stability, decline, and crisis, most famously theorized by Strauss-Howe in their "Fourth Turning" model. These cycles are said to recur ...read more

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    Building Your Faith Series Faith Begins With A Foundation (Week 1)

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jan 20, 2026
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    Building on a solid foundation

    Haggai 1:5–9 5. Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways. 6. Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye clothe you, but there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it into a bag ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Courage

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 26, 2026
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    Christian courage is essential to faith; in fact, the Bible says we cannot enter heaven without it. This sermon reviews why courage is so important, and how we can strengthen our courage to obey God.

    This morning, I’d like us to think about Christian character. And specifically, a Christian virtue that we don’t usually hear much about from the pulpit. It’s mentioned only eight times in the New Testament, but it’s critically important, for at least two reasons. First of all, it’s important ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don’t Be A Waste This Lent

    Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Feb 21, 2026
     | 162 views

    ASHES AND ALABASTER

    DON’T BE A WASTE THIS LENT INTRODUCTION: ASHES AND ALABASTER Church, here we are. Lent is here. On Ash Wednesday we will hear the words: Genesis 3:19 New King James Version 19 In the sweat of your face you shall eat bread Till you return to the ground, For out of it you were taken; For dust you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons In Surrender And Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
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    Explore the themes of surrender, obedience, and sacrifice through the story of Abraham and Isaac, encouraging us to fully submit to God's will in our own lives.

    Good morning, family and friends! Today, we gather together to explore a story in the Book of Genesis, diving into the themes of the call to surrender, the test of obedience, and the power of sacrifice. As we embark on this journey, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: "The more we let God ...read more

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    Strength In Surrender: The Prayer In Gethsemane PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024
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    Explores Jesus' humanity, obedience, and perseverance in the face of adversity, as exemplified in His prayerful preparation in the Garden of Gethsemane.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another beautiful day of gathering together in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I am thrilled to have you all here today as we gather to reflect upon the Word of God. Today, we're going to be focusing on a pivotal moment in the life of our Savior, a moment that is as ...read more

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    From Empty To Full Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 10, 2025
     | 170 views

    The story that began with famine ends with fullness—because the Redeemer who restores Naomi’s arms still turns our emptiness into enough.

    (When Grace Finishes the Story) Introduction — The Last Scene Every good story ends where it began—but nothing looks the same. When we opened this book, we found famine, funerals, and tears in Moab. Now we end with a baby in Bethlehem. The story that began with emptiness ends with enough. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Happy People In An Unhappy World Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
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     | 9,708 views

    True joy is found in giving and receiving the unconditional love of Jesus. [Happiness is not found in our circumstances, but in the unchanging love of God.]

    Happy People in an Unhappy World Acts 24:1 - 27 Intro: What is the secret to true happiness? According to a USA Today article a few years back, psychologists now know what makes people happy. Marilyn Elias writes, “The happiest people surround themselves with family and friends, don’t care about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lord Will Provide

    Contributed by Jason Ament on Dec 20, 2000
    based on 209 ratings
     | 11,013 views

    Worship, Sacrifice, Obedience and Redemption.

    “The Lord will Provide” Genesis 22 1. Faith, obedience and the long journey. a. What is God calling you to? No matter where God is calling you, one thing remains true. We are called to be people of faith. People who believe without knowing the outcome. We are called to trust the Lord, no ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Which Son Are You?

    Contributed by James May on Aug 11, 2002
    based on 78 ratings
     | 14,515 views

    God is looking for obedient sons.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Abraham Understands

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 4,633 views

    Child abuse or Faith and Obedience?

    Abraham Understands Many of you might remember, B.C., before cable, when TV stations would have a “Test of the emergency broadcast system”. Or how about on the first Saturday of each month when the siren down by the Satellite Inn is tested? When we first hear it our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christ's Wilderness Temptation

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 14, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,368 views

    An obedient life is pleasing to God.

      CHRIST’S WILDERNESS TEMPTATIONS   Text: Mark 1:12-13     And immediately the Spirit driveth him into the wilderness.   And he was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted of Satan;  and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered unto him.   Intro: The temptation of Christ: — ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Lesson 2: First Step Of Faith

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2013
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    Faith is Obedience to God's Word

    Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: First Step Of Faith February 10, 2013 A. BECOMING A FAITH-WALKER “So Abram departed as the LORD had spoken to him, and Lot went with him. And Abram was seventy-five years old when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If, Then, When!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,272 views

    Three steps to willing obedience

    “A young boy was about 12 years old when a new preacher came to his church. I would always go in late and slip out early. But one day the preacher said the benediction so fast I got caught and had to walk out with the crowd. I could feel every eye in church on me. Just about the time I got ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist