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    Greater Glory Awaits SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,545 views

    The prophecy that the future glory of our lives will surpass the past encourages us to reflect on our current circumstances and make necessary changes for a brighter future.

    In the book of Haggai, we find a prophecy that the glory of the latter house will surpass that of the former. This prophecy encourages us to reflect on our past and make necessary changes for a better future. God wants us to look back and recognize areas in our lives where we were doing well or had ...read more

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    Perhaps Today

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2013
     | 5,976 views

    How shall the child of God live until the Master returns? That is the consideration in this message.

    “Now concerning the times and the seasons, brothers, you have no need to have anything written to you. For you yourselves are fully aware that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, ‘There is peace and security,’ then sudden destruction ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 8, 2019
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    A mighty church, according to Paul's letter to the Thessalonians, eagerly awaits the return of Christ, the resurrection of beleivers, the reunions of belivers, and th rewards of heaven.

    Marks of a Mighty Church (Part 4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/6/2015 A novice preacher auditioned at a small country church. He was a little nervous, and about ten minutes into his sermon his mind went blank. But he recalled what his homiletics professor taught him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Suffering Leader

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 1, 2003
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     | 2,892 views

    Certainly leadership means making other people suffer for you...doesn’t it? Amazingly, leaders in God’s church are known by their willingness to be servant leaders, and even to endure suffering

    July 6, 2003 "The Suffering Leader" 1 Peter 5:1-4 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ A couple of weeks ago in the Arizona Republic, there was an article about mega-churches, super-churches. Did any of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Building A Family God's Way Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 18, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 22,816 views

    If God doesn't bless, your family will be a mess.

    Building a Family God’s Way Psalm 127 Rev. Brian Bill 4/18/10 How many of you are on Facebook? Let’s see a show of hands. You might be surprised to know that 291 people have joined the PBC Facebook Group. Did you hear the story from a week or so ago about a mother from Arkansas who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Trials Into Triumphs Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 2, 2018
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     | 17,273 views

    James shares some incredible truths about how we can turn the various trials we encounter into life into triumphs.

    Turning Our Trials Into Triumphs Making It Real – week 2 OKAY… let’s do this. LAST WEEK – we began a new series on the book of James – a letter written by James the ½ brother of Jesus (a guy who grew up with Jesus, who didn’t believe Jesus was God, who along with his brothers and sisters even ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    22nd Sunday After Pentecost. November 9th, 2025. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2022
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    Year C, Proper 27.

    Haggai 2:1-9, Psalm 145:1-5, Psalm 145:17-21, Psalm 98, Job 19:23-27, Psalm 17:1-9, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17, Luke 20:27-38 A). GOD’S GLORY RETURNS TO THE TEMPLE. Haggai 2:1-9. The rebuilding of the Temple of God at Jerusalem about 537 BC met with early discouragements and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Joy In Life Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,167 views

    This message is based on the fruit of the spirit It concludes with some practical guidelines to help you discover joy in your life.

    Finding Joy in Life Galatians 5:22-23 Dr. Marty Baker www.stevenscreek.net June 30, 2002 This week our nation will be celebrating Independence Day. On July 4, 1776, a group of 56 patriots banded together and adopted the Declaration of Independence on. They penned these words: "We hold these ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    King Of Kings

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 14, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 17,011 views

    A sermon for Christ the King Sunday

    Christ the King Sunday Psalm 95: 1-7 Matthew 25:31-46 Sermon The King of Kings Psalm 95 95:1 ¶ O come, let us sing to the LORD; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! 2 Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Does A Spiritual Church Look Like?

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 4, 2007
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    People have many ideas about what makes a church "spiritual," and not too many of them are biblical. In today’s sermon we will find that a spiritual church is characterized by its devotion to Jesus Christ.

    What Does A Spiritual Church Look Like? Acts 2:41-47 Introduction Illustration: The Tater Family Some families make church their home. Others find other uses for the church. Take the notorious Tater family, for example. Perhaps you’ve met some of them. · The chief of the clan is old Dick Tater, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Middle Of J-O-Y Is A Never-Ending Circle

    Contributed by Eric Vertein on Dec 12, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,908 views

    God shows us how to maintain JOY, even when there are many things attacking that joy.

    I Thessalonians 5:16-24 3rd Sunday in Advent December 11, 2005 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not put out the Spirit’s fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Babies Don't Stay Babies Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 19, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,166 views

    Sermon 5 0f 5: Everything grows up and becomes mature. And usually they aren’t as cute! Babies become teenagers. Kittens become cats. Puppies become dogs. Tadpoles become frogs. Baby Alligators become really big Alligators. Mice become rats – no wa

    Babies Don’t Stay Babies Everything grows up and becomes mature. And usually they aren’t as cute! Babies become teenagers. Kittens become cats. Puppies become dogs. Tadpoles become frogs. Baby Alligators become really big Alligators. Mice become rats – no wait that isn’t right. Well, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Wants His People To Rejoice!

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 19, 2012
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     | 11,559 views

    I. When to rejoice: 1. When you serve (vs. 2). 2. When you sing (vs. 2). 3. When you step closer to God (vs. 4). II. Why to rejoice: 1. Our creation by God (vs. 3). 2. Our connection with God (vs. 3). 3. The character of God (vs. 4-5).

    Our Favorite Psalms #10: God Wants His People to Rejoice! Psalm 100:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 15, 2012 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Does God want His people to rejoice? -- Without a doubt, He does. *The first time we ever see the word “rejoice” in the Bible is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Learning Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
     | 7,359 views

    Those who succeed, i.e. succeed in living life wisely, are those who have learned to listen well under all manner of instruction – pleasant instruction and that not so pleasing.

    Introduction When I became the principal of a small high school, I thought about the question of what links the different academic classes together? What common discipline is being taught in English, Science, History, and Mathematics? Besides covering very different fields of knowledge, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Thanksliving Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Todd Pope on Nov 21, 2011
     | 6,024 views

    Sermon series on gratitude becoming a way of life.

    Two weeks ago we talked about being GR8ing or GR8ful where I laid out the need for having an attitude of gratitude, the science to back up the fact that gratitude leads to a better life, We looked at some of the Scriptures that command us to be thankful, grateful people. We looked at examples of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God