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  • Mark Sparks avatar

    Thanksgiving: The Transformative Power Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Mark Sparks on Nov 14, 2023
     | 4,865 views

    Today we embark on a profound journey into the transformative power of gratitude. In a world often shadowed by challenges, embracing gratitude becomes a guiding light, illuminating our path through the darkest moments

    The Transformative Power of Gratitude Opening Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV) - "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." Introduction: Today we embark on a profound journey into the transformative power of gratitude. In a world ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Transforming Community

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 30, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,533 views

    Sermon 3 of 6 on the Acts 2:47 church - 24/7! We are called to be salt and light. I used several different Sermon Central sources for illustrations, ideas and comments.

    2:47 – 24/7 Transforming Community Transformers change things. That’s what they do. When my girls were growing up I wanted to buy them "Transformers" instead of dolls. Donna wouldn’t let me for reasons that I don’t remember now. I’m sure her reasons were good - I just don’t remember what they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    With Signs Following

    Contributed by James May on Apr 20, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 9,905 views

    If we really believe in the Risen Lord then we will live our lives according to his will with signs following.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Praying With Purpose

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 19, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,551 views

    In these uncertain times it is important that Christians begin praying with a purpose. This is my first "remote" message to my congregation in light of not being able to worship together because of COVID-19.

    Praying With Purpose Scriptures: Matthew 6:5-8; 25-34; 7:7-8; Luke 22:44-46 As you know, I have been doing a series on the word “IF” and how it is used in Scripture to show some of the conditions that we must meet as we walk in fellowship with God. I will continue this series next week, but this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Weeping Between The Porch And The Altar...part 1... Series

    Contributed by Hugh Laing on Feb 17, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,016 views

    Today, what I want to offer you is a launching pad...one that lights the FIRE of the HOLY GHOST in each of you with PRICKED HEARTS...the same PRICKED HEARTS they had at Pentecost.

    INTRODUCTION...Today, what I want to offer you is a launching pad...one that lights the FIRE of the HOLY GHOST in each of you with PRICKED HEARTS...the same PRICKED HEARTS they had at Pentecost. What does it mean to have a PRICKED HEART? It is the act of your heart being pierced by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul’s Guide To Christ-Like Behaviour

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 25, 2015
     | 4,907 views

    When we become believers, our minds are renewed and furnished with the light of God’s mind, and we can see things as God sees them and make godly decisions.

    In 1948, Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play Major League baseball. He faced stiff opposition in the form of balls being deliberately thrown at him by pitchers, base runners who dug their spikes into his shins, fans who mocked him and even death threats. Jackie Robinson was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Unbelievable Scars

    Contributed by K. Heath Mcdougal-Deans on Apr 20, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,788 views

    I heard it once said, 'nobody likes scars.' Yet, I beg to differ. Scars, and what they often represent, Truth, Light, Love, Strength, and Determination... are powerful.

    Unbelievable Scars A small orphaned boy lived with his grandmother. One night their house caught fire. The grandmother, trying to rescue the little boy asleep upstairs, perished in the smoke and flames. A crowd gathered around the burning house. The boy’s cries for help were heard above the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Our Civic Duty

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 254 views

    Christians must serve as salt and light in our world. As part of our responsibility in the world, we must be good citizens, fulfilling the will of the Lord by wise exercise of our participation in the civic process.

    “You shall appoint judges and officers in all your towns that the LORD your God is giving you, according to your tribes, and they shall judge the people with righteous judgment. You shall not pervert justice. You shall not show partiality, and you shall not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Important At Christmas

    Contributed by John Foster on Jul 19, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,493 views

    A light look at business and the busyness of Christmas. Looking at the important things we do in the run up to Christmas put pointing out THE most important part is so obvious - Jesus Christ.

    The most important thing about Christmas A few years ago I met a very clever and learned business consultant. He’d been an officer in the RAF and had moved on from there to work in the banking industry. He had eventually ended up as the Vice President of the Bank of America before ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Hospital Visitation Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 24, 2019
     | 7,223 views

    From David Powlison’s article, “A Most Welcome Visitor” The basic elements that played a part in visiting with her shed light on the basic elements in all biblically-wise counseling

    HoHum: Things one should never do when visiting someone in the hospital: Go when we’re sick Compare medical horror stories Speak aggressively to hospital staff Eat from the patient’s food tray Disrespect the patient’s roommate WBTU: From David Powlison’s article, “A Most Welcome Visitor” A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Battlefield Called Golgotha

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 20, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,889 views

    In our minds does the battle of good and evil, light and darkness take place. Our minds are the war grounds for these daily battles. Christ won the victory at the skull that our minds will be free

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE BATTLEFIELD CALLED GOLGOTHA John 19:16-17 King James Version (KJV) 16 Then delivered he him therefore unto them to be crucified. And they took Jesus, and led him away. 17 And he bearing his cross went forth into a place called the place of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Possibilities Are Limitless: When You Trust God Series

    Contributed by Aubery Moore on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 23,727 views

    Third in he series, which looks at the new year in the light of limitless possibilites as modeled by the election. The life of Samuel gives us a biblical model by which we examine those possibilities.

    The Possibilities are Limitless: When You Trust God 1 Samuel 7.1-13 This week is labeled super Sunday and the justification is because the 2007/8 football season comes to an end as it crowns its champion. This year different than those of the recent past the entire week is filled with super ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping A Proper Perspective

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 8, 2005
    based on 78 ratings
     | 17,553 views

    Our attitude is crucial to living our lives for Christ

    Keeping A Proper Perspective Philippians 4:4-9 October 30, 2005 Morning Service Introduction When I was a youth minister, one of my teens had earned his pilot’s license and offered to give me a plane ride. Honestly, I have to admit that I was less than enthusiastic. Here was a young man that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Call To Life

    Contributed by John Vella on Jan 6, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 2,761 views

    We are called to live our lives as fully as possible.

    Seeds for Sowing, Vol. V, Issue 2, No. 8A Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C January 14, 2001 Readings: * Is. 62:1-5 * 1Cor.12:4-11 * Jn. 2:1-12 A Call to Life Today’s story of the wedding feast at Cana is, among other things, a call to life. God promises us a new life overflowing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Be Encouraged By Being Faithful

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,677 views

    Living for God brings God's peace on our lives.

    Be Encouraged by Being Faithful Philippians 4:4-9 - Read Phil 4:4-9 / Pray - How was your heart this morning? Were you ready to hear from the Lord? - Did you enter into this place with a heart to worship and be challenged by God? Point 1 - Rejoice! (Verses 4-7) - Paul proclaims that we are to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational