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  • Craig Condon avatar

    United In Faith, United In Christ

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 11, 2015
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    We have to set aside our sinful nature if we want to be united in Christ. We have to go back to the beginning of our Christian mission and purpose before we can move forward.

    The more things change, the more they stay the same. Sound familiar? In 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, Paul addresses a problem that still exists today. That problem is the lack of unity in the Christian church. The Corinthian Christians were divided into factions based on who had baptized them instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Glory Of The Messiah

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 1, 2014
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    We sometimes need to step aside from the busyness of life for more intimate communion with God. The will of Jesus is that all those given to Him by the Father should behold His glory.

    THE GLORY OF THE MESSIAH. Matthew 17:1-9. The One who referred to Himself as the ‘Son of man’ had just been acknowledged as the Son of God (Matthew 16:16). Jesus demonstrated the necessity of the Cross, and looked forward to His Second Coming. The Lord also promised a preview of the coming of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    To Die Is Gain (Funeral Service For Rose Mary Stevens)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2022
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    None of us likes to think about death. Many times when the thought of a loved one dying or of us dying, we put those thoughts aside for another time.

    Illus: Doris Day that lovely woman and a great singer was so afraid of death she forbid anyone to talk about death in her presence. But today we have to deal with this subject of death. Since we are forced to deal with death today, let’s deal with it on the basis of God’s Word. WHAT DOES GOD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Glory Of The Messiah. Abridged.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 9, 2023
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    We sometimes need to step aside from the busyness of life for more intimate communion with God. The will of Jesus is that all those given to Him by the Father should behold His glory.

    THE GLORY OF THE MESSIAH. Abridged. Matthew 17:1-9. The One who referred to Himself as the ‘Son of man’ had just been acknowledged as the Son of God (cf. Matthew 16:16). Jesus demonstrated the necessity of the Cross, and looked forward to His Second Coming. The Lord also promised a preview ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stages Of Grief PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
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    This sermon encourages us to lay our burdens at Jesus' feet, truly know God beyond just knowing about Him, and let His grace transform us.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a family united under the loving banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to share in the Word, to find solace and strength, to find guidance and grace, and above all, to find Jesus in ...read more

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  • John D Jones avatar

    Consider Him

    Contributed by John D Jones on May 2, 2010
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    In Christ Jesus we have both the exemplar and the enabler! Greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world! When we Consider Him, we run the race, we relinquish the weights, and we finish the race to receive the prize.

    “Consider Him” Hebrews 12:1-4 Text: verse 3 Introduction: I want to call your attention to the first 3 words of verse 3, in which the writer encourages the reader, “For Consider Him.” This is an appropriate exhortation because the entire book is a treatise on Considering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The High And The Mighty

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2007
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    Consider these thoughts about the high and mighty of all ages: 1- They throw their weight around 2- They portray themselves as great 3- They seek the praise of men 4- BUT...They are no match for God

    INTRO.- ILL.- During the 1964 Presidential campaign an elderly woman was said to have told a reporter that she intended to vote against Senator Barry Goldwater because “he’s the guy who’s going to get rid of TV.” “But, madam,” said the reporter, “I think you’re making a mistake. Senator ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living As A Forgiven Person

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jul 5, 2008
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    As a christians we shoul be lieving a live as a forgiven person. Forgivness gives freedom, it is an acceptance of what God has done for us through Christ. What weight, trash are we carring around.

    When I do some kind of a series I wonder if people are happy for it to be over when the final session ends? If you have been feeling that way then today will offer you a little relief. This is the last Sunday message in this series; however, the topic is one that we are reminded of in some ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Strength Of Weak Prayers

    Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Jan 4, 2012
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    When the Jews were slaves in Egypt, and when the labor became unbearable they sighed under the weight of their burdens. God heard their sighs and counted them a strong prayers for deliverance and moved mightily on their behalf.

    The Strength of Weak Prayers Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmail.com The Landmark Church - Binghamton, NY 02-02-11 Psalms 12:5 "Because the poor are plundered, because the needy groan, I will now arise," says the Lord; "I will place him in the safety for which he longs." The Psalmist gives us a ...read more

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    Who Am I

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 5, 2021
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    This is a great subject to talk about in today’s era of people who belong to extreme ‘SHOW OFF’ category, throwing weight around and people believe that they need to show ATTITUDE in order to impress.

    WHO AM I? 1 Samuel 18:18” But David said to Saul, "Who am I, and what is my life or my father's family in Israel, that I should be the king's son-in-law?" David was of an ancient and honourable family of Judah, a handsome person, a great statesman, warrior, musician, song ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Hold On, God Is Fighting For You

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 20, 2025
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    In this message, Dr. Vorce encourages us to surrender to God, trusting Him to fight our battles. We are reminded that we don’t have to bear the weight of life’s challenges alone.

    Exodus 14:14 AMP: "The Lord will fight for you while you [only need to] keep silent and remain calm." Introduction • Life often feels like a series of uphill battles. o There are moments when the weight of challenges can leave us feeling drained, confused, and uncertain about how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kenneth R. Jenkins avatar

    "Love’s In Need Of Love”

    Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Mar 8, 2022
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    Strangely enough, this four-letter word carries a lot of weight in every situation through many generations. What love may mean to you may not mean the same as I see it but everybody wants to know what love is.

    Our subject from the Scripture that was in your hearing, is a question I would like to ask. A question we all should ask ourselves when it comes to the subject we will speak on and try through God’s word find a conclusion. I would like to speak to you through the Holy Spirit’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Have I Got Something For You!

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 1, 2007
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     | 3,701 views

    Many think that the laying on of hands was for the early church only. I believe that God is still working through ministers to impart His blessing on His people

    June 3, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Acts 19:1-7 Subject: The Anointing of God By the Laying on of Hands Title: Have I Got Something for You! I’ve shared with you before from one of my favorite book series – The Chronicles of Narnia – and I want to begin today by telling a story from the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Romans 1:18-23 Why Is The World In Such A Terrible State? It’s In A Tailspin – Romans Message 3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 25, 2023
     | 1,819 views

    This world is in disarray because of the weight of sin and departure from God. When the light of God is rejected, then darkness clasps the person’s hand, and leads him into its own dark domain. We look at the folly of idolatry, and the world in freefall.

    Romans 1:18-23 WHY IS THE WORLD IN SUCH A TERRIBLE STATE? IT’S IN A TAILSPIN – Romans Message 3 [A]. INTRODUCTION We continue the series in Romans. Last time we looked at Paul’s obligation to the gospel and ended with the important verse 18 - {{Romans 1:18 “The WRATH of God is REVEALED from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rocky Iii - Ko'd Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 19, 2003
    based on 91 ratings
     | 13,632 views

    Peter is often depicted as a weak and unreliable disciple, but was that really his problem... or was there something else that lay behind his denials of Christ in the High Priest’s Courtyard?

    OPEN: Nearly 30 years ago on October 30, 1974, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman squared off in the boxing ring in Zaire. Ali had dubbed it “The Rumble in the Jungle.” Foreman was heavily favored, and was considered to be the hardest puncher in heavyweight history. Foreman was fairly confident he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ