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  • Kenneth Roberts avatar

    The Lenten Get Up

    Contributed by Kenneth Roberts on May 23, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 8,231 views

    It takes work to give up something for Lent, but before you can give up anything for God, first you have to get up and decide to go to work for Him. Before you can do the Lenten "give-up", you have to get up!

    Welcome to the first Sunday of Lent that season of the church year where people who attended church were once traditionally asked to give something up for the season. What have you given up for Lent lately? Often the idea of a making a personal sacrifice for God falls on deaf ears. What does God ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Joel W. Lohr avatar

    Approaching The Altar

    Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,809 views

    Giving our all for God even when it seems unrealistic or possible.

    In our text for today Abraham is called by God to sacrifice his son Isaac on the altar that they would build on the mountain. Shocking really when you think about it at all! But, Abraham’s faith was such that he did not question God’s wisdom, but rather followed in obedience regardell of how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Efren V. Narido avatar

    How Good The Shepherd Is!

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jun 1, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,845 views

    Are we aware how much God cares for His people? Do we appreciate His Goodness?

    "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd who owns the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. The man runs away because he is a hired hand and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Gives In The Seed Form!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,201 views

    God rarely gives a finished product. God gives us a handful of seeds and says: GROW IT.

    GOD GIVES IN THE SEED FORM! HE IS STILL WORKING ON ME! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com INTRODUCTION: The largest seed known in the world is the COCO-DE-MER. It can weigh up to 60 pounds. The smallest seed in the world is that of an orchid. Several orchid seeds can rest on a speck ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stir Up The Gifts Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 6, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 34,413 views

    Sermon about revival and stiring up spiritual gifts

    Stir up the Gifts Theme: Text: 1 Timothy 1:1-8 1 ¶ Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus, 2 To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 I thank God, whom I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Unforced Rhythms Of Grace

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 9, 2011
     | 7,060 views

    Shows how the Lord has come to set us free from the bonds of religion.

    *Note: I use a variety of sources. The thought is original for me. So if you see similarities in some ideas it is because of research. Title: The Unforced Rhythms of Grace Theme: To show the rest that we have in Christ and His Spirit Text: Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to Me, all you who labor and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Holy Spirit And Miracles Today Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,458 views

    A sermon on the cessationist view of charismatic gifts (Material taken from Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study by Dr. Jack Cottrell, chapter 8, and Power from On High by Dr. Jack Cottrell, chapter 11)

    HoHum: Many commented on spiritual gifts last week. Probably talk about that more in the future. Last week we talked about how there were temporary gifts and permanent spiritual gifts. Tonight we are talking about “cessationism”. It’s important to remember that this has nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tolerance - 4 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 8, 2010
     | 4,610 views

    We do not – we cannot - put God in a box. He is “I AM” What sound doctrine does, what teaching in line with the Words of Jesus does; is KEEP US IN A BOX.

    Dakota Community Church August 8, 2010 Tolerance – Part 4 Tolerance has come to mean the acceptance of every viewpoint as equally true and valid. True tolerance means treating with integrity dignity and humility a person whose opinion I consider to be untrue and invalid. 1. What about the “no ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Bountiful Blessings From The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Don Schultz on May 26, 2011
     | 8,041 views

    Jesus knows you. You know Jesus. Those are blessings.

    Dear friends in Christ, last weekend’s sermon focused on the blessings of being members of God’s flock, with Jesus as the Good Shepherd. This morning, we’re going to continue that thought – I guess you could say that today is Good Shepherd Sunday, part 2. Our focus fits ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "words From The Cross" " I Thirst" Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 16, 2023
     | 1,677 views

    Exposure. Heat. Exhaustion. Dehydration. He’s been on the cross now for 6 hours. It’s hot. Lips cracked. Throat so dry. He cries out. "I Thirst" God in Christ substituted Himself for us sinners. That is the heart of the cross of Christ.

    In Jesus Holy Name March 19, 2023 Lent IV John 19:29 Redeemer Words from the Cross: “I Thirst” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Transformed By Love: Embodying Christ's Sacrificial Example 1 John 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,701 views

    1 John 3:16 encapsulates the essence of Christian love as demonstrated by Jesus Christ. Let us delve into this scripture and discover how it calls us to be transformed by the truth of sacrificial love.

    Transformed by Love: Embodying Christ's Sacrificial Example 1 John 3:16 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey into the profound truth revealed in 1 John 3:16. This verse encapsulates the essence of Christian love as demonstrated by Jesus Christ. Let us delve into this scripture and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Beware Of Covetousness

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 17, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,668 views

    Covetousness is described by Jesus as getting rich towards self, without getting rich towards God.. Christians are warned to take heed and beware of it.

    Beware of Covetousness Study Text: Luke 12: 13 - 21 Introduction: - A man interrupted Jesus in His sermon with the matters of inheritance and his brother, rather than listening to the sermon. - Jesus said to this man, “A man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of things which he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keep Your Eyes On Jesus - Part 1

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 23, 2017
     | 21,377 views

    Keeping our eyes on Jesus Power Point is available upon request

    HEBREWS 12:1-2 “KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS” – PART 1 A) The great golfer Arnold Palmer recalled the final hole of the 1961 Masters tournament. * He told of how he had a one-stroke lead and had just hit a very satisfying tee shot. * He felt he was in pretty good shape ... As he approached his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Easter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,735 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' sacrifice for our sins, the salvation it offers, and the reconciliation it secures between God and mankind.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is with great joy and a heart full of gratitude that I stand before you today, ready to share the word of God. We gather here, not as mere attendees, but as a community of believers, bound by a love that surpasses all understanding, a love that was demonstrated on ...read more

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    It Is Finished PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 636 views

    This sermon explores the profound significance of Christ's final words "It is finished," emphasizing His supreme sacrifice and the salvation it secured for believers.

    Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to gather together again in this sacred space, a place where we come to find refuge, strength, and wisdom from the Word of God. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and our minds are eager to receive the divine truth that God has prepared for us today. We ...read more

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