Sermons about Long Term Misery

How Can I Live The Life I've Always Longed For? Series

Contributed by Dan Stires on Jan 18, 2007

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This is the first sermon in the series of The Quest. Every believer must face the need for the Spirit-filled life. The Holy Spirit will be there to be our Guide in our spiritual walk with God.

“How can I live the Life I’ve always longed for?” Scripture Reading: John 14:15-24 Barna Recaps 2006 Church Trends, Future Directions Christian researcher George Barna has outlined what he considers his most significant findings for the year of 2006. According to Barna, the latest survey ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Just How Long Has It Been Since You Enjoyed Serving God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 28, 2012

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When did you last pray for God to move in the church

JUST HOW LONG HAS IT BEEN YOU ENJOYED SERVING GOD 1ST Thessalonians 5:14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. 5:15 See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

How Long Do I Have To Pray In Order To Get What I Want?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 21, 2001

based on 66 ratings

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Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Luke 11:1-13 Title: “How long do I have to pray in order to get what I want?”

Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Luke 11:1-13 Title: “How long do I have to pray in order to get what I want?” At the request of his disciples Jesus teaches them “the Lord’s Prayer” and further comments on God’s readiness to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

What Will We Be Like In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

based on 4 ratings

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Imagine if a governing authority told you, you must travel on January 1 – no exceptions. Let’s say you were given a one-way plane ticket where you can travel first class. Immediately you are excited but in the midst of your packing you pause to ask, “Where am I going?”

Imagine if a governing authority told you, you must travel on January 1 – no exceptions. Let’s say you were given a one-way plane ticket where you can travel first class. Immediately you are excited but in the midst of your packing you pause to ask, “Where am I going?” If your free ticket entitles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Heart Food"

Contributed by Michael Walker on Mar 9, 2003

based on 11 ratings

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You’ve heard the term "You are what you eat". It is so true. Us humans are told, what we are to eat to be healthy and to live a good and long life. We are as well told and warned of what to keep away from to be and stay healthy. Feeding ourselves everyday

"Heartfood" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Prov. 4:23 - "Keep thy heart with all diligence, for out of it are the issues of life" You’ve heard the term "You are what you eat". It is so true. Us humans are told, what we are to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Settling Accounts

Contributed by John A. Peck on Nov 3, 2009

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A message on forgiveness and settling "accounts" with people in terms of healing relationships.

Today, is the leavetaking of the Dormition, and we are hearing the parable of the king who wished to settle accounts with his servants, so we are taking an account of things. Why an accounting now? School is just starting! That’s true, but as a parent before I send a child to school, I take an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-25

Denomination: Orthodox

Do We Really Need A Little Christmas?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 11, 2009

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The promise of Christmas is a promise of happiness, but on God’s terms, not ours.

Third Sunday of Advent 2009 climb down the chimney; Put up the brightest string of lights I’ve ever seen. Slice up the fruitcake; It’s time we hung some tinsel on that evergreen bough. For we need a little music, Need a little laughter, Need a little singing Ringing through the rafter, And we need ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Catholic

Funeral For A Stillborn Baby

Contributed by Jane White on Dec 6, 2002

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Funeral sermon and liturgy suggestions for a full term stillborn boy.

{All liturgical material used was from the United Methodist Book of Worship service for a stillborn child, and service for the loss of a pregnancy. I scoured the internet and other resources looking for help. The UM BOW was by far the best resource. This baby boy was born dead at term. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Methodist

Authentic Christianity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 22, 2014

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A sermon on how we should define the term authentic Christianity.

"Authentic Christianity" I John 3:11-19 (Key verse) 1 John 3:14 We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death. 15 Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Pity Party

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 16, 2022

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How to stop the pity party from Psalm 77; Psalm 77 invites us to look, learn and love Adapted from Eugene Peterson's book, "Where Your Treasure Is"

HoHum: Back in the 60’s there was a singer named Lesley Gore who recorded, “It’s My Party.” The lyrics were written by Seymour Gottlieb, a freelance songwriter. The song lyrically portrays the discomfort of a teenage girl at her birthday party when her boyfriend Johnny disappears, only to return ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:30, Psalm 119:71, Psalm 136:12, 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dressing To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 21, 2021

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A look at the virtues of salvation every Born-Again Christian must intentionally grow in.

At the moment of salvation, every Born-Again Christian put on "Christ," the "breastplate of faith and love,” and the “helmet of salvation" (1 Thess 5:8-9 ESV; Rom 13:145; Gal 3:27). We are implored to daily "put on": - The Armor of light (Rom 13:12) – To honor Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15, 1 Peter 3:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Pains, My Gains (The Power Of The Cross)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

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The cross of Jesus Christ remains the most powerful symbol of love, sacrifice, and redemption. It was on that rugged cross that heaven’s mercy met humanity’s misery.

HIS PAINS, MY GAINS (THE POWER OF THE CROSS) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 53:3–6 (KJV) “But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.” Supporting Texts: John 19:1–30, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Towards A New Creation

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 22, 2018

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Longing for home.

TOWARDS A NEW CREATION. 2 Corinthians 5:6-17. Having spoken of the impermanence of the ‘tent’ of this body, and the ‘eternity’ of our dwelling in heaven (2 Corinthians 5:1), the Apostle Paul began to mix his metaphors, yearning to be ‘clothed upon’ with ‘our habitation which is from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Out Of The Box (The Second Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 10, 2001

based on 80 ratings

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God is passionate about us worshipping him accurately and on his terms.

It was an exciting week at our house. Our tadpoles changed into frogs this week, so we’ve all be reflecting on the wonder of metaphorphasis. You see, with four boys in our home we don’t have pet dogs and cats, but we end up with iguanas, skinks, lizards, and most recently a corn snake and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of The Lord Part 1

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001

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A discussion of the term the Day of theLord and related events. The need for readiness.

THE DAY OF THE LORD I THESSALONIANS 5:1-11 I THESSALONIANS 5:2 "FOR YOURSELVES KNOW PERFECTLY THAT THE DAY OF THE LORD SO COMETH AS A THIEF IN THE NIGHT." INTRODUCTION: When perilous times occur many ask why is it that God seemingly allows bad men to prosper and go unpunished. Many see God as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

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