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  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    The Transforming Power Of "i Am Sorry"

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Feb 9, 2021
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    Misunderstanding lingers between couples, friends and co-workers, because no one wants to say "I am sorry."

    THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF "I AM SORRY" "31 Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. 32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you." Ephesians 4:31-32. Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    To Fail, To Fall, To Finish

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 24, 2019
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    However, it clear from Scripture and history that many have perished, are perishing, and will perish. Only those who fight a good fight and finish their course will be saved.

    TO FAIL, TO FALL, OR TO FINISH II Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” However, it clear from Scripture and history that many have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Torn Between Two Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 5, 2016
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    Although Paul desired to be in the Lord's presence, he knew it was more needful to remain for the church. He was determined to glorify Christ in life or death. We too need to remain committed and faithful to the work the Lord given us.

    Torn between Two Philippians 1:19-26 Following his passionate discourse regarding the preaching of the Gospel, Paul continues to bear his heart unto the church at Philippi. Here we find those often quoted verses that reveal Paul being in a strait, betwixt two – having a burning desire to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement In The Desert Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 10, 2022
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    In spiritual deserts, we wonder if God is with us or if He is simply a mirage. Yet Scripture shows us that no matter where God’s people find themselves—in battle or prison, in valley or wilderness—one thing is true: God is faithful.

    Sermon: Encouragement In the Desert Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10 (21st Century King James Version) ”The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose.2 It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing. The glory of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Ever Loving Saints

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 7, 2025
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    God’s everlasting love transforms mortal believers into ever-loving saints who rest in Christ now and rise with Him at His coming

    INTRODUCTION — THE QUESTIONS LOVE ASKS It’s not the loudest questions that stay with us. It’s the quiet ones — the ones whispered by an empty chair, a photograph, or a fading voice. Questions like: Where are they now? Do they see us? Are they watching? Is death the end — or a pause between ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    If Not Now, When? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
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    This sermon encourages us to recognize our current spiritual season, take our faith seriously, and understand the urgency of living fully in God's presence.

    Good morning, beloved family. It's a blessing to be here with you today. We gather in the presence of God, with hearts open and ready to receive His Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Every moment we share in this sacred space is a gift from God. In the wise words of ...read more

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    Christmas PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
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    This sermon celebrates the birth of Jesus, emphasizing the hope it brings to humanity and the manifestation of God's extraordinary love through this event.

    Greetings, beloved family of Christ. As we gather together in His name, let us cast our minds back to that humble stable in Bethlehem, where the world first met its Savior. A night of profound significance, a night when the divine intersected with the ordinary, a night when the heavens echoed with ...read more

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    Committed To Church Attendance PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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    Explores the importance of consistent church attendance for spiritual growth, community building, and mutual encouragement in our shared Christian journey.

    Good morning, dear friends. What a wonderful day it is to be gathered here in the house of the Lord. Today, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a new perspective that will illuminate our path as we walk this Christian journey together. We gather here, week after week, in this sacred ...read more

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    Strengthening The Family In Today's Society

    Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jul 13, 2008
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    This is in my opinion a very challenging task (not impossible). How do we carry out the demanding responsibility of raising a family in the world in which we live today?

    STRENGTHENING THE FAMILY IN TODAY’S SOCIETY Given on Saturday, 14 June 2008 For 1st Annual Family Life Conference At Shiloh Baptist Church Waukegan, Illinois I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sister Loretta Henton and the Mission Department for this awesome opportunity to speak at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holding Fast Series

    Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Nov 2, 2006
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    What exactly does the phrase "sola scriptura" mean? This expository message from Philippians 2:14-18 follows Paul’s thoughts and motivations regarding "holding fast" to the Word of life.

    “Holding Fast. An Expository Sermon on Philippians 2:14-18. By Matthew Everhard. Originally Preached at Hudson Presbyterian Church October 29th, 2006. The Vote: This morning we are a mere seven days away from making one of the most momentous decisions that Hudson Presbyterian Church has made in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Satisfaction

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 1, 2017
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    The Rolling Stones sang a song titled, “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction.” Mick Jagger’s song perfectly describes the theme of the book of Ecclesiastes. Life without God at its center is vain, meaningless and unfulfilling.

    Satisfaction Chuck Sligh October 1, 2017 BIBLE READING: Psalm 63:1-8 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Ecclesiastes 1. INTRODUCTION Illus. – I remember one time as a teenager waiting in the car while my mother was talking with someone. I turned the key and flipped on the radio and heard a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Choice Changes Our Choices

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 14, 2011
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    As we enter a new year, God's choice from before all years began changes how we make our choices. A) God chose us in Christ. B) God chose us according to his good will. C) God chose us to live for us glory.

    Text: Ephesians 1:3-6 Theme: God's Choice Changes our Choices A. God chose us in Christ B. God chose us according to his good will C. God chose us to live for us glory Season: Christmas 2 Date: January 2, 2011 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Be Like Jesus (10)

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 8, 2010
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    We need to aspire to be like Jesus

    INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  I want you to look closely at the title to the message for today.  Be like Jesus.  All of us at one time or another has wanted to be like someone, we have had someone we were exposed to that inspired us to want to emulate them.  Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Is Your God

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 30, 2013
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    Today’s church struggles with idolatry just like the nation of Israel struggled with it. Repeatedly Israel invited God’s displeasure by their dual allegiance which was and is idolatry.

    Who is Your God? 1 Kings 18:21 “And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.” - Today’s church struggles with idolatry just like the nation of Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Puppies Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 11, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,530 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 7: 24 – 30

    Mark 7: 24 – 30 Puppies 24 From there He arose and went to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And He entered a house and wanted no one to know it, but He could not be hidden. 25 For a woman whose young daughter had an unclean spirit heard about Him, and she came and fell at His feet. 26 The woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel