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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    You Can Be Perfect Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 16, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,427 views

    This is the 10th Sermon in the Series "Be Genuine" from 1 John.

    Series: Be Genuine [#10] YOU CAN BE PERFECT 1 John 4:7-21 Introduction: Have any of you after messing up, said this phrase- “I’m only human. I’m not perfect!”? Does the Bible ever excuse sin because we are human? 1 John 3:6 Now I do realize that Christians continue to sin, but our goal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking With God: The Seven Key Traits SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,310 views

    This sermon explores the seven essential characteristics required to walk with God, drawing inspiration from the life of Enoch. These traits are crucial for pleasing God and potentially experiencing a personal spiritual ascension, similar to Enoch's.

    Today, we will explore the seven essential characteristics that must be present in those who desire to walk with God. These qualities are crucial for us to please God and strive to emulate the life of Enoch, who was taken up by God in his own private Rapture. 1. Right Thinking: To walk with God, we ...read more

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    God Comes Down To Earth

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 21, 2025
     | 191 views

    A short reflection for Christmas eve or day that focuses on the gift of Christmas of God coming down to earth for us, with a Gospel message and Gospel actions

    Every year we have this wonderful opportunity to focus on the Christmas story. The community is filled with carols, there is plenty mention of the angels, we have the three wise me from the East, sometimes referred to as Kings….and there is baby Jesus the centre of the story, who is regularly ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Earth’s Best Days Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 684 views

    The best days are yet to come when Jesus returns and reigns on earth for 1,000 years, as described in Revelation 19 and 20.

    Have you ever watched a movie where the hero makes an epic comeback? Well, guess what? We're part of a story where the ultimate hero, Jesus, is going to make the most epic comeback ever. And the best part? We get to be part of it. Let's check out Revelation 19 and 20 to see what's up. After an ...read more

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    He Was Counted Among The Rebels Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 2, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 680 views

    Jesus, though sinless, was associated with criminals to demonstrate His love for us and to show that He understands our lowest moments. Despite this, He was exalted by God and given the greatest name above all names.

    Hey guys! Hope you're all doing great. Today, we're going to talk about something pretty wild. You know how in movies, the hero is always the good guy, right? Well, in the greatest story ever told, our hero, Jesus, was actually counted among the bad guys. Crazy, huh? This comes from Isaiah 53, a ...read more

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    Rolling Away The Reproach

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 12, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,379 views

    The use of sacraments at a turning point in the Church's life.

    ROLLING AWAY THE REPROACH. Joshua 5:1-12. The exodus generation of Israel had not been circumcising their sons during the forty years of their wilderness wanderings (Joshua 5:5). So after the death of that whole generation (Joshua 5:4), and even on the threshold of the land which the LORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Change U - 1 Series

    Contributed by Dave Browning on Dec 22, 2008
     | 5,259 views

    This is the first of a series of two sermons addressing a change in the circumstances, but not in the vision or goals, of a church body. It was prompted by a pastor transitioning out of the church.

    There are a couple people who are missing here today, and their absence is notable....Rick and Patti Snodgrass. They are unloading today in Idaho. Even though we said goodbye to them, it will be today and in the next couple weeks that we feel the greatest loss. I am going to be missing them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ring Around The Rosie

    Contributed by Thomas Shirk on May 15, 2018
     | 9,160 views

    A look at the bronze serpent of the Exodus and how it applies to the Christian walk today.

    Watching your children grow up can sometimes be confusing. In some ways they are so much like their parents. But, in other ways they couldn’t be more different. The same was true of Israel in the book of Numbers. This book is essentially the story of two generations: the first generation who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will Jesus Come Again? Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 240 ratings
     | 42,087 views

    While our country is fascinated with how the world may end, there hasn’t been much emphasis on the second coming of Jesus. The disciples didn’t doubt if Jesus was coming back – they just didn’t know when it would happen. We’ll look at some “signs” of Hi

    Will Jesus Come Again? Rev. Brian Bill 5/20/01 This past Tuesday night Beth had a meeting here at church. As the girls and I watched her get ready, we noticed that she was leaving with two wonderful desserts. When we couldn’t get her to give us some before she left, we pleaded with her to bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Me Tender

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 5,413 views

    This sermon looks at what it means for us as Christians to be a people of love by looking at how we are called to love each other, love our enemies, and the role forgiveness plays in this love.

    This year was a sad year for many football fans because it marked the end of an era. The historic Veterans stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was closed for good. The turf was horrendous and opposing players dreaded the trip to the vet because with one step, a career could be ended. But it ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Perfection Lost Series

    Contributed by Mark Opseth on Feb 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,823 views

    In this particular sermon, we look at at the immediate consequences of Adam and Eve's sin.

    Last week we looked at the temptation presented by the serpent. Today, we look at the immediate consequences of Adam and Eve’s sin. Next week, the long term curses and consequences. Genesis 3:6 “When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Pursuit Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jan 3, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 6,254 views

    We cannot find what we aren’t looking for and we can’t look for what we don’t know

    The Pursuit of Holiness Romans 6:1-23 We cannot pursue that which we do not know. That is like playing the kids game of "Hide and go Seek" without knowing who is hiding. The same is true for holiness, if we do not know what it is how can we know when we found it? C.S. Lewis once ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    But It's A Mother's Job To Worry About Her Kids

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,001 views

    This sermon looks at the sin of worry by looking at three key passages that point to God’s higher vision for our lives - a life of peace.

    “I’m worried about my kids.” Worry just seems to be a natural part of parenthood. How many Moms have said, “It’s a mother’s job to worry about her kids”? As easy as it is to worry about your kids and as quick as we are to excuse our worry as being a natural part of parenthood, we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relevant Environments Series

    Contributed by Brian Moon on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 22 ratings
     | 6,987 views

    Part 2 of this series that is looking into why people can’t help but say, "I Love this Place." This message looks into our strategy.

    “I Love this Place” part 2 (Relevant Environments) Brian A. Moon The other day I was driving around and I noticed something very interesting. Located just a few hundred feet from each other were two competing coffee shops. One of the shops had advertising all over the place. Out in the road, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fruit And The Fig Tree Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 6, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,772 views

    What is Jesus looking for when He goes to the fig tree? Fruit! That’s what He’s looking for in our lives.

    The cursing of the fig tree. Mark 11:11- 26. WBC 8/07/04am A stressed-out woman on a busy boulevard is tailgating an honest man. Suddenly, the light turns yellow, just in front of him. He does the honest thing, and stops at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist