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    Repent! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023
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     | 916 views

    This sermon explores the power of God, the urgency of the Gospel, and the Holy Spirit's movement through the story in Acts 3:11-26. Key

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this beautiful day that the Lord has made. We gather here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to meet with God, to hear from Him, and to respond to His Word. We stand on the threshold of a new understanding, a new revelation of ...read more

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    I Want More In 2024! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,018 views

    This sermon explores harnessing God's limitless power within us to deepen our relationship with Him and transform our lives in the coming year and beyond.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and spirits, united in our shared love for the Lord and our desire to deepen our understanding of His word. It's a joy to see each of you here today, eager to grow, to learn, and to seek the wisdom that only our Heavenly Father ...read more

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    Do What He Says PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,179 views

    This sermon emphasizes the joy and fulfillment found in obedient discipleship, viewing God's commands not as burdens but as opportunities for blessings.

    Good morning, beloved. It is truly a blessing to be in the presence of the Lord with all of you today. We are gathered here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has drawn us together to hear His word and to grow in our understanding ...read more

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    It Is Finished PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 677 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' journey to the cross, His righteousness as our judge, and the triumphant completion of His mission, offering hope for believers.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family knitted together by the love of God, bound by the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ, and empowered by the indwelling of His Holy Spirit. We are here to share in the Word, to find nourishment ...read more

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    It Is Finished PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 592 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' journey to the cross, His righteousness as our judge, and the triumphant completion of His mission, offering hope for believers.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family knitted together by the love of God, bound by the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ, and empowered by the indwelling of His Holy Spirit. We are here to share in the Word, to find nourishment ...read more

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    Prepare For Action PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 756 views

    This sermon explores how to prepare for Jesus' return through mastering our minds, maintaining physical readiness, and molding our hearts according to 1 Peter 1:13-16.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful sanctuary where we gather, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. Let us cast aside the worries of the world for a moment, and turn our hearts and minds to the Word of God. It is a profound privilege to stand before you today, sharing the ...read more

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    Triumphal Entry Into Your Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
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     | 521 views

    This sermon explores the crowd's misunderstanding of Jesus, the manifestation of true salvation, and the importance of making room for Jesus in our hearts.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather together in the Lord's name, to bask in His love, and to learn from His Word. We are not just congregants in a church, but brothers and sisters in Christ, bound by a love that transcends earthly understanding. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

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    Benefits Of A Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,516 views

    A message for Thanksgiving to encourage listeners to consider the value of a grateful heart.

    “Mark this, then, you who forget God, lest I tear you apart, and there be none to deliver! The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me; to one who orders his way rightly I will show the salvation of God!” [1] “The darkest hour is just before the dawn,” is the claim preserved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "He Who Is Coming" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,892 views

    Sermon 21 in a study in HEBREWS

    “FOR YET IN A VERY LITTLE WHILE, HE WHO IS COMING WILL COME, AND WILL NOT DELAY. 38 BUT MY RIGHTEOUS ONE SHALL LIVE BY FAITH; AND IF HE SHRINKS BACK, MY SOUL HAS NO PLEASURE IN HIM. 39 But we are not of those who shrink back to destruction, but of those who have faith to the preserving of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Joy Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Dec 13, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 23,125 views

    The joy of Christmas past, present and future.

    “Joy to the world! The Lord is come—Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing.” Jesus is come to earth as a King and is to be worshipped and praised and honored. “Joy to the earth! The Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ, while fields and floods, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember Your Creator

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Nov 11, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,989 views

    Two men think about life as they face the end of their journey on earth. Has life been meaningless or relevant? Do they look forward to a joyless process of degradation, a painful descent towards the valley of death, or to something more glorious beyond the horizon?

    [Sermon preached on 11 November 2018, 25th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] A man of about my age—sixty, give or take a few years—sits down, takes up pen and parchment, and starts to write. Or perhaps he calls his secretary and starts to dictate. He senses that his life is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Worship God!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 28, 2020
     | 5,839 views

    A continuing look at what it means to worship God. Focus is on our heart and spirit. This will help lead us to better understand our purpose in life.

    First Baptist Church Worship God! March 1, 2020 A number of years ago, probably about 20 - 30 years ago, the church world entered what was affectionately called “WORSHIP WARS!” Worship wars really have to do with one aspect of worship, the music. That’s great news for me, because there are no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gospel-Centered Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 22, 2023
     | 1,229 views

    Paul tells the Philippians of his joy, his confidence, his hope, his ultimate aim. Joy

    Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:18-26 Gospel-Centered Ministry Part 2 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-21-2023 The Future’s so Bright I gotta wear Shades When I was young, I was obsessed with Nostradamus. He lived in the 16th century and was a doctor, and astrologer, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Bill Walker on Feb 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,786 views

    Gift of the Holy Spirit differs from spiritual gifts. God's Word and God's Spirit work in tandem in our lives. The Spirit touches the heart - the inner life. The same Spirit that indwelt 3,000 on Pentecost is the same Spirt that indwells us today.

    THE GIFT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Just about everyone knows just how important the signs are that are placed along our highways are. These official highways signs give us direction and warn us of certain dangers. These signs are easily read in the daytime and also at night because they reflect headlamp ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Man With A Withered Hand

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 30, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,283 views

    The analysis of Jesus healing a man with a withered hand on a Sabbath will show us that works of mercy are appropriate on the Lord's Day.

    Scripture Jesus was frequently criticized during his ministry. The religious leaders of Jesus’ day criticized him because he did not conform to their understanding of God’s law. Things got so bad that they eventually looked for ways to catch Jesus doing something contrary to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed