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    Why Is Good Friday Good? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024
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    This sermon explores the profound truths in Hebrews 10:16-25, emphasizing the fulfillment of prophecy, Jesus' ultimate sacrifice, and our purpose in His completion.

    Welcome, beloved family, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love, bound by the Spirit of God and the fellowship of believers. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of an awe-inspiring vista, a panoramic view of God's magnificent plan, as we turn our hearts ...read more

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    Producing Good Fruit

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014
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     | 32,578 views

    Our identity is revealed by what is seen in our lives. We must produce much good fruit in our lives, if we ever hope to make a difference in the lives of others. God's life in us can and will bring good life change.

    PRODUCING GOOD FRUIT Matthew 7:15-23 15 "Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 Likewise every good tree bears good ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Good News And Good Deeds Make Good Sense Series

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 20, 2008
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     | 10,339 views

    Jesus modeled and taught an evangelistic strategy of combining the Great Commandment with the Great Commission.

    In his book, Building a Contagious Church, Mark Mittleberg asks us to join him in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. As you walk up to the large arena, you see a mass of young people in line for a concert. The headline act is shock-rockeer Marilyn Manson (named after Marilyn Monroe and mass ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is A Good God And He Wants To Do Good To Us

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 3, 2008
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    GOD 1.HAS GOOD PLANS FOR US 2.WILL BLESS US AND OUR CHILDREN 3.WILL FULFILL THE DESIRES OF OUR HEART 4.WILL MEET OUR NEEDS 5.WILL FIGHT OUR BATTLES 6.HAD BEEN FAITHFUL TO OUR FATHERS 7.WANTS US TO BE STEADFAST IN OUR FAITH

    GOD IS A GOOD GOD AND HE WANTS TO DO GOOD TO US ********************************************************** OUTLINE 1. GOD HAS GOOD PLANS FOR US 2. GOD WILL BLESS US AND OUR CHILDREN 3. GOD WILL FULFILL THE DESIRES OF OUR HEART 4. GOD WILL MEET OUR NEEDS ACCORDING TO HIS RICHES 5. GOD WILL ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 6, 2020
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     | 13,030 views

    The main purpose of this parable is to get us to ask a question. Do we have this unique Jesus-character of pity and compassion? A Jesus-character that is at the heart of being a neighbour.

    Message Luke 10:25-37 The Good Samaritan Today we are going to look at a parable which – probably – is the most well-known of all of Jesus parables. Why do I say this? Well in Clarence Town, which is the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, there is an organisation which rescues donkeys from ill ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 26, 2004
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     | 20,045 views

    What is it that hinders us from doing the good that we should be doing? We are often like the Priest and the Levite, sometimes we just miss the point of our faith. Sometimes Christianity becomes just a religion to us and not a lifestyle

    “Parable of the Good Samaritan” Introduction: At approximately 3:20 on the morning of March 13, 1964, twenty-eight-year-old …(Kitty) Genovese was returning to her home in a nice middle-class area of Queens, NY…. She parked her ….(car) in a nearby parking lot, turned-off the lights and started the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mindset Of Goodness Series

    Contributed by Phillip Calvert on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,301 views

    We often limit our expectation of God by the excuses we give Him to bless us. But God wants us to expect more from Him than what we can perform or deserve.

    RAISING THE BANNER OF EXPECTATION MINDSET OF GOODNESS Psalms 23:6 Doctrinal syllogism If the word spoken created all things and now keeps all things in existence. (Gen 1, Col 1) And if, for the word to work in me I must be transformed by the renewing of my mind. (Rom 12:2) It is therefore ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Good Samaritan

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 28, 2011
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    Is it is always right to give to those who ask without asking questions? Is there ever a time when it is right to pass by on the other side? Do we have the courage to be honest with ourselves when our beliefs and practise are in conflict with each other

    6.2.11 GOOD SAMARITAN Lk 10:25-37 INTRO Afghanistan: Recently we heard the story of how Private Martin Bell, 24, of 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, was fatally wounded as he attempted to reach a comrade who had been injured in an explosion. He was killed in a separate blast from an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 11, 2020
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    If we plant envy, we’ll reap death. If we plant peace, we’ll reap a harvest of righteousness!

    James – Chapter 3 Good Wisdom June 21, 2020 James 3:16-18 NIV For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. 17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Difference Between The Good Gal And The Bad Guy Series

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on May 7, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,028 views

    . In Esther chapter 5, God has preserved for us a look at the contrast between the bad guy, Haman, and the good gal, Esther. As we discover these character qualities, or the lack thereof, examine your own life to see what you need to work on.

    The Differences Between The Good Gal And The Bad Guy Esther 5:1-14 Preached Wednesday May 7, 2003 Introduction: One of the fascinating things about the book of Esther is its rich character development. There is much to learn about the people in this story. So far we have seen how God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Being Good Is Not Good Enough

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 30, 2003
    based on 80 ratings
     | 17,258 views

    Too often we want to base our salvation on works when we should never lose sight of God’s grace.

    WHEN BEING GOOD IS NOT GOOD ENOUGH SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 2:8 “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 2:9 Not of works, lest any man should boast.” INTRODUCTION: As a teacher, what is one of the things you want from your students? You want ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trusting God Or Money

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Nov 1, 2023
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     | 1,746 views

    This Rich Young Ruler is recorded in three of the gospels. (Matthew 19:16-26, Mark 10:17-27, Luke 18:18-27) In this encounter, a rich, young man chooses money over God.

    The Rich Young Ruler: Seeking Eternal Life ?A ruler came running to Jesus and kneeled to him. He asked Jesus, "Good Master, what must I do to receive eternal life?" In Matthew's account, the ruler phrased the question slightly differently: "Good Master, what good thing must I do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just One Thing

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 6, 2011
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     | 19,174 views

    When someone makes reference to "one thing", you take special notice because you realize that a priority is being mentioned. Let us pay attention to the priorities of God.

    ONE THING When you start a new job, and the boss tells all the rules; you listen. When he says that there is one thing that needs to be done above everything else; you make a very special mental note, knowing that thing is a top priority. When it gets close to Christmas and the kids begin to tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Just One Thing For The New Year

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 29, 2019
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     | 10,930 views

    4 questions to help provide clarity and discernment about our “Just one thing” this new year (From Craig Groeschel's book, "Weird: Because Normal Isn't Working"- Chapter entitled "Just One Thing")

    HoHum and WBTU: It’s time to make those New Year’s Resolutions- often things like losing weight or giving up smoking, spending more time with family or starting a new project. Unfortunately, by the end of January, 40 percent of people who make New Year’s Resolutions break them. By Valentine’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Zero Knowledge Of God

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 28, 2020
     | 2,362 views

    Do you have an experience of having something awesome in your hand given by God Himself which would bring healing, blessings and deliverance but none are ready to receive it, though. That’s the picture here!

    Zero Knowledge of God! Isaiah 1:2 Listen, O heavens, and hear, O earth; For the LORD speaks, "Sons I have reared and brought up, But they have revolted against Me. Sub headings: ZERO AUDIENCE ZERO KNOWLEDGE OF GOD ZERO BLESSINGS Zero audience: The book of Isaiah starts with a bang - ‘the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal