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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 959 views

    This sermon explores the joy and wisdom found in Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing the importance of spiritual fulfillment over material abundance.

    Beloved members of our faith community, how wonderful it is to gather together again in this sacred space, in the presence of our Lord, to delve into the richness of His Word! We find ourselves today on the precipice of a profound understanding, on the cusp of a spiritual awakening as we turn our ...read more

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    What Is Happiness, Really? Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2021
     | 1,369 views

    Happiness does not come from anything this-worldly. If you restrict happiness and joy to material things, you are doomed to disappointment.

    Happiness Is . . . When I was in my teens, it was still legal to advertise cigarettes on television, so we were often overwhelmed with those kinds of commercials. I think the one that was most offensive was the one that used a popular jingle to say “Happiness is the taste of” a particular cancer ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Grandparenting Matters

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 12, 2023
     | 2,760 views

    Introduce Christian grandparenting with 3 "H" Words (Material adapted from Biblical Grandparenting by Dr. Josh Mulvilhill)

    HoHum: Today is Grandparents Day. Marian McQuade campaigned for grandparents day because she appreciated her grandparents so much. President Jimmy Carter made grandparents day a national holiday in 1978. WBTU: Biblical Grandparenting by Dr. Josh Mulvihill The word grandparent occurs only 2 x in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Introduction To Psalms

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 2, 2024
     | 553 views

    Introduction to Psalms (Taught for a Sunday school class; material adapted from Ronnie Woolard, Professor at Mid Atlantic Christian University)

    HoHum: Philip Yancey wrote in How I learned to stop hating and start loving the Psalms: “People around me seemed to use the book as a spiritual medicine cabinet. “If you feel depressed, read Psalm 37.” If you health fails, try Psalm 121.” That approach never worked for me. Instead, I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Power To Get Wealth: Climbing Jacob's Ladder

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 14, 2015
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     | 6,044 views

    The flesh of man by nature binds mankind to the earth and the world, which denies the spiritual responsibility to worship God.

    Power To Get Wealth: Climbing Jacob's Ladder by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 14, 2015) “And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven: and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it” (Genesis 28:12, ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Seek The Greater Gain

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 7, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,813 views

    Are you a malcontent or contented with godliness.

    1Tim 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. 8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. Is it just me or do others seem to find that whenever you go to the refrigerator what you want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Abundant Supply

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 29, 2021
     | 3,840 views

    This is a great promise. This promise contains, “assurance and rest.” These people gave to meet Paul’s needs, Paul reminded them God would always fully provide for their needs.

    1. Spiritual needs: Romans 18:16-17; Ephesians 1:3; Colossians 1:9 2. Material needs: Matthew 6:25-34 Philippians 4:19; gathers up all the promises in God’s word that guarantee His abundant provision. Deuteronomy 2:7; Psalm 23:1; 34:10; 37:25; Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:8. Let’s look at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Words On Paper Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,894 views

    How can you bring material from being just words on paper to being words of life lived from your heart?

    “Words on Paper” July 7, 2001 What if you were a new Christian in the church in Corinth, having come into Christianity after a lifetime of worshipping all the many gods and goddesses around you in that ancient city? What if you were someone who had been diligent about that worship and who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Debt Free Living

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 12,033 views

    This is a strong message on becoming debt free. I credit John Avanzini and Mike Murdock for this material. This word has blessed my congregation.

    Debt Free Living  I am in a teaching mode today. - take notes.  I will be moving fast through this.  This message will change your future.  Much of this material is from John Avanzini and Mike Murdock, who are excellent teachers on finance. 6 STEPS TO DEBT FREE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Here Is Joy

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 19, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,895 views

    The things that rob us of joy are: 1. Living a life of isolation. 2. Living for the material world. 3. Living without Jesus.

    How much money would it take to make you happy? A million dollars? Two million? Jack Whittaker, 57, won the largest undivided jackpot in U. S. History — $314.9 million — two years ago. But Jewel Whittaker, Jack’s wife, told the Charleston Gazette, “I wish all of this never would have happened. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Just Doing My Job

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,327 views

    As part of the warning against the dangers of materialism and worldliness Christ emphasizes that each of us have an unwavering duty to both Christ and to fellow believers.

    Introduction: In our study of the Gospel of Luke, we have seen the importance of our being conscientious in our stewardship as servants of the Most High God. As stewards, Christ repeatedly warned against the dangers of materialism and worldliness. In chapter 16, He stated that we can not have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Managing Money Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,933 views

    God’s practical wisdom for managing money from Proverbs. Used some of Rick Warren’s material on similary titled sermon.

    We continue our series looking at God’s wisdom for making the right choices in our everyday living from the book of Proverbs written by the wisest man who ever lived, Solomon. Not only was he the wisest man, he was also the wealthiest. The Bible says God gave Solomon more riches than any before ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good For Nothing?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 26, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,333 views

    A sermon on Ephesians 4:11-12 (Much material adapted from Lynn Anderson’s book, "They Smell Like Sheep")

    Morning Sermon for 8/23/2009 Ephesians 4:11-12 Introduction: A child once said: “The preacher is paid to be good. The rest of us, we’re good for nothing!” WBTU: A. Vs. 11- Church leaders are one of Christ’s gifts to the church. 1. Apostles- These do not exist today. An apostle was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Lewis avatar

    Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Mark Lewis on Sep 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,280 views

    Part 8 in a sermon series on the Lord’s Prayer. I used material from John MacArthur’s commentary on Matthew.

    Give Us Our Daily Bread (Part 2) Luke 11:1-3 Intro. – The Lord’s Prayer teaches us many things. But when we consider this part of the prayer there are two lessons that we cannot afford to overlook: 1. Luke 18:1-8 records the parable of The Importunate Widow which teaches us prayer is a necessity. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Therabbi Says Come Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 11, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,391 views

    A look at the historic process of becoming a disciple using material from Ray Vander Laan and some practical applications into our lives today.

    “Breathless” A study of the gospel of Mark “When the Rabbi says Come” March 16, 2008 Me: As a student, I had a seminary professor who saw more in me than I saw in myself. He challenged me to throw myself into ministry and to passionately follow God. To this day, I still talk with him and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist