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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Freedom From Division-1(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 16, 2024
     | 424 views

    1 of 4. The apostle Paul urged the Corinthian church to distance themselves from internal division. Successful ministry is undermined thru internal division. ?What can free us from division? And...?How can we be free from that indignity? Freedom from division thrives in Christian...

    *This sermon was severely shortened due to time constraints—‘Baptism’, plus the sermon, plus ‘the Lord’s Supper’*... Therefore no ‘ARGUMENTATION’ OR ‘ILLUSTRATION’ were provided.... Yet the Deacons & others recognized the Holy Spirit at work thruout the services! FREEDOM From ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Limit God, With Man's Limitations

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Oct 14, 2002
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     | 16,206 views

    I preached this sermon to get the congregation to renew their dedication to serving the Lord. To help them realize it takes the whole congregation if we want the church to grow, not just one person. A lot of this sermon is personal therefore the intro a

    “Don’t Limit God With Man’s Limitations” Theme: Our Service to God Text: Romans: 12:1-21 Prop: Every Christian has the responsibility of service Trans: Don’t let the mind of man dictate our service to God. INTRO: I’ve been preaching at this church now for going on 10 months and I think I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Men And A Baby Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,436 views

    The Magi - their openness and responsiveness to God’s leading is an example for us today.

    Christmas is a wonderful time of year, don’t you think? The lights, the songs, the decorations… they all seem to add so much. And there are a lot of traditions and a lot of other things that have become a part of the whole Christmas experience. And there’s always such a build-up toward the big day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Justified Fools For Christ-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 17, 2015
     | 4,319 views

    1 of 8. Paul admonished the Corinthian Church regarding his apostolic ministry. The church must regard apostles rightly...as those who are fools for Christ! But How/When are these Justified? Fools for Christ are justified thru their...

    JUSTIFIED FOOLS For CHRIST-1—1Corinthians 4:1-21 Attention: In Carrabelle, FL, have you ever met someone who you would consider ‘a fool for fishing?’ ...Sport fishermen. No matter what happens in that person’s life they will find a way to get on the water or to the beach or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stilling The Storm Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 4, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 31,528 views

    The disciples here become more aware of the awesome power & authority of their Lord. Jesus exercises unparalleled display of His authority over nature in the midst of fear & uncertainty.

    MATTHEW 8: 23-27 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] STILLING THE STORM [Psalm 89: 1-9] The story of the “Stilling of the Storm” begins the second set of three miracle stories (8:23–27, 28–34; 9:1–6). Matthew has completed his transition from three miracles of healing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Struggling With A Wavering Faith

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Nov 12, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 38,028 views

    one thing the Bible and history teach us, is that many people, if not all people, have struggled at times in their life with issues of doubt and faith.

    Struggling With a Wavering Faith Turn to Mark 9:23-24 Show Video Clip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade – Leap of Faith - leaping into the unknown. Well, we’re talking this morning about those times when we need to make that leap of faith. Times when doubts arise and it all doesn’t make ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 19,367 views

    Have you ever felt that doing things for God is impossible and if you fail you’ve fouled up God’s plan? This message will encourage you to step out, even if you fail.

    The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in world history. It is even more important than the cross - in this way: that if Jesus did not rise from the dead, the cross would be meaningless for mankind. Jesus was perfect and would go back to be with the Father - the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Need For Discernment Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,609 views

    After sin, the second biggest issue that most people in the body of Christ face is right discernment. Discernment is the ability to examine the situation, apply a good dose of experience, stand back and get a perspective on the recipe, and take the approp

    Opening illustration: I read this past week of a couple (let’s call them Carl and Clara) whose twenty-five year marriage was a good one. Not the most idyllic, but good. They now had three grown children who loved them dearly. They were also blessed with sufficient financial security to allow them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Help For The Helpless

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 30, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,775 views

    How often in trials and tribulations do we needlessly suffer because we are seeking the advice of others and cherishing sin in our hearts when we ought to get before the Great Physician Jesus, repent and experience His grace and mercy?

    Help for the Helpless John 5:1-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 In the first part of John chapter five we are told of a miraculous event that happened when Jesus was on His way to one of the Jewish festivals. Which great feast of Israel Jesus was heading too, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Biblical Authority? Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 19, 2019
     | 4,969 views

    From Scripture. we will explore the necessity of conforming all our faith and practice and conduct of our lives to the authority of the Bible.

    Biblical Authority: Why is the Bible the foundation for what we believe? In the Baptist Faith and Message, where our Southern Baptist beliefs are outlined, it starts not with what we believe to be true about God, what we believe about Jesus Christ, or what we believe about the Holy Spirit. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let's Honor Our Sabbath PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 639 views

    This sermon explores living a life pleasing to God through sanctifying the Sabbath, strengthening spirituality, and serving others selflessly, as guided by Exodus 20:1-17.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as siblings united in the unshakeable love of our Heavenly Father. We come together, not as disparate souls, but as a harmonious choir, each voice unique, yet blending together in a symphony of praise and worship. ...read more

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    Putting Our Faith On Display

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 10, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,277 views

    The early church faced great adversity, but also enjoyed a tremendous opportunity to share the Gospel. We too must seek out opportunities to be an effective witness, putting our faith on display.

    Putting our Faith on Display 1 Peter 3: 8-11 As we continue our series in 1 Peter, we need to be reminded of the volatile environment in which the believers existed. Sever persecution had forced many of them from their homes in and around Jerusalem. They were scattered throughout various regions ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Hayes avatar

    You Are Stronger Than You Think You Are

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Jul 23, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 30,523 views

    When you think you are weak you are strong

    Isaiah 40:31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. When people looked at Samson after his capture they seen a weak man, when they mocked him and his God they didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    More Than Fellowship: Understanding Koinonia

    Contributed by Dan Grubbs on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 144 ratings
     | 76,830 views

    Fellowship is so much more than potluck meals and getting together for game night. Fellowship is the selfless emersion into each others’ lives.

    There are many who have become familiar with the Greek word ’koinonia.’ The most common thing people say is that it means "fellowship." I ask you to keep that thought in mind as we go through the lesson. I want to start with a short story about something terrible that happens to some Romanian ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Guarding Your Mind

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,605 views

    Protecting ourselves againt the enemy

    Guarding Your Mind Romans 12:1-2 Philippians 4:8 * Our thoughts determine our actions, moods, self image and the words we think. * We can’t think negative thoughts, and think to live a poss. life! * Messed up thinking results in messed up lives! * You can’t think thoughts of defeat and failure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist