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  • Timm Meyer avatar

    Christ Challenges Every Christian

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 26, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 10,696 views

    EPIPHANY 3(A) - With the words, "Come, follow me" Christ challenges every Christian to believe wholeheartedly God’s word and to follow wholeheartedly Jesus’ call.

    CHRIST CHALLENGES EVERY CHRISTIAN Matthew 4:12-23 - January 25, 2004 MATTHEW 4:12-23 12When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he returned to Galilee. 13Leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali-- 14to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    First Impressions Are Usually Challenging

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2022
     | 1,530 views

    What do you do with first impressions? Nathaniel demonstrates how wrong first impressions can be.

    Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 1:35 Again athe next day John was standing 1with two of his disciples, 36 and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and *said, “Behold, athe Lamb of God!” 37 The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. 38 And Jesus turned and saw them following, and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Challenge To Eat Right (Spiritually) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 7, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,961 views

    In this world, we, as Christians, eat a whole lot of junk that the world says tastes really good.

    Introduction One of the biggest challenges as a parent is to get your young child to eat right. They want to eat junk. When your child hits the preteen age, their favorite food is not broccoli but McDonald Chicken nuggets (for some reason all kids love McDonald chicken nuggets). Once again ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Challenge Of Choosing The Greater Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 1, 2010
     | 3,852 views

    The writer to the Hebrews set before his audience a deeper consideration of a confession of Jesus’ Stewardship. ’Christians’(traditionists), are encouraged toward a further consideration of their confession. The challenge of choosing the greater Steward

    SERIES: The Careful Considerations of Our Christian Confession—Hebrews 3:1-6; 7-17; 3:18--4:11; 4:11-13; 4:14---5:11 The Hebrews writer pressed upon his audience to further consider the intricacies of their Christian confession. Christians, tempted by tradition, are encouraged toward a further ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus’ Authority Challenged Again Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,768 views

    Jesus is again challenged by yet another faction of the religious leadership of His day, this time the Sadducees come calling and they have a ’fool proof’ question that will stump this man they deem as a hinderance to the Kingdom of God...Oh how wrong the

    Luke 20:27-47 Another challenge to Jesus’ teaching October 20, 2010 Set the stage: Jesus has entered Jerusalem and has been proclaimed Messiah by the people and the religious leaders were furious with Him about His refusal to silence their proclamation about Him. They demanded Him to have them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Challenge Of God's Call-10 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 24, 2015
     | 4,990 views

    10 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

    The CHALLENGE OF GOD's CALL-X—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Availability/Discovering/Significance Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call presents a significant challenge. To What does God’s call present a challenge? 16 challenges of/to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Run The Course Of Faith

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,482 views

    An inspirational message to encourage believers to remain faithful even in difficult and discouraging times.

    To Run the Course of Faith Rev. Sean D. Lester Sept. 28, 2003 Hebrews 12:1-3 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. [2] ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Bury It Yet

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 13, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 27,117 views

    There are times when there seems to be a disconnect between our walk with God and the outcome of our prayers. Sometimes circumstances can seem to contradict the fact that God is watching over our lives and guiding its events for our good.

    TITLE: DON’T BURY IT YET SCRIPTURE: II KINGS 4:8-37 A common precursor among new preachers when they want to preach about faith is to ask the congregation - “how many of you have faith?” • The question actually doesn’t make sense because there is no such thing as “people who have faith” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attitude PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,132 views

    To understand and embrace the joy in trials, the power of patience, and the strength of perseverance as they are tools for spiritual growth and maturity.

    Good morning, family! I am delighted to share with you today a message that's been heavy on my heart, a message about the Joy of Trials, the Power of Patience, and the Strength of Perseverance. Now, I know some of you are probably thinking, "Joy in trials? That sounds like a contradiction!" Well, ...read more

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    A Note Of Encouragement

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
     | 2,623 views

    Just a message about some things God has been doing amongst us lately.

    A Note of Encouragement Hebrews 10:25 September 13, 2009 “Pre-Introduction” This week’s message is going to be a departure from the plan I had for today. I had told Lowell that the plan was to discuss Jesus’ trial before Pilate, only briefly discussing how Judas reacts to Jesus’ condemnation ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Focused Leader: A Lesson From Nehemiah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 901 views

    This sermon encourages steadfast faith and dependence on God, using Nehemiah's perseverance amidst adversity as an example of showcasing God's glory.

    Welcome, beloved friends. I am grateful to God for gathering us once again in His house, to fellowship, to learn, and to grow in His grace. We are here to drink deeply from the well of God's wisdom, to bask in His love, and to find our strength in His might. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to ...read more

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 708 views

    To explore the gifts of testing, patience, and joy and how they serve to mature us and deepen our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, church family. You know, as Christians, we often hear about the gifts of the Spirit, but how often do we consider the gifts of testing, patience, and joy? In a world where instant gratification is the norm, these gifts may seem like anything but. However, as we delve into James ...read more

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    Overcoming Challenges To Your Leadership

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,812 views

    The apostles were blessed by God with great growth in their fellowship as a result of their Spirit applied solutions to a prickly problem. Dr. Luke wrote, Then the word of God spread and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem.

    1. Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews. The differing tribal perspectives meant that Grecian Jews felt that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Short Challenge: Living Water Series

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,073 views

    This is a short challenge on living daily satisfied with Jesus, true living water.

    Short Challenge: Living Water Drawing near to Him - that’s the point. Sometimes our walk begins to feel dry. Jesus promised living water to the point of overflowing. James 4:8 - Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. That’s the key to that vibrant relationship with Him. Wherever you are, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Short Challenge: God's Word Series

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,601 views

    This is a short challenge on valuing God’s Word by reading, studying, memorizing, meditating on and applying God’s Word and so being transformed into His very nature and character.

    Short Challenge: Knowing, loving and applying God’s Word. It’s been said, “we only treat God as good as we treat His Word. Again: Jer.30:21 - “who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Will you devote yourself to getting close to Him? Communication required to grow closer to God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational