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  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 6 - The Strength Of Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 31, 2025
     | 528 views

    As we strive to be salt and light to the world, the sacrifices we make for others can make a difference in drawing them toward faith and commitment to Jesus.

    Introduction: A. A funny thing happened to me a number of years ago and I have shared the story with you before, but I think it is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. Years ago, while I was driving and using my earpiece, I called my brother, but he didn’t answer, so I left him a message. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mt. Moriah, The Place Of Sacrifice

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 17, 2022
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     | 5,734 views

    The scarlet thread that runs through the Bible that emphasizes the importance of sacrifice.

    Mt. Moriah, The Place of Sacrifice While I was studying this week I came across the name of a place called Mt. Moriah. The name Moriah means “God is my teacher,” and how appropriate for us this morning as we look at the importance of this place in the Bible. I did some research and found a gold ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Daughter’s Obedience And Sacrifice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 86 views

    Our words and promises carry deep consequences; God calls us to speak carefully, obey courageously, and trust His grace even when we fail.

    Friend, your words carry weight. Promises shape people. Vows mark moments. We know the power of a whispered “I do,” the gravity of “I’ll be there,” and the ache of “I’m sorry.” Words can build bridges, and words can burn them. Have you ever wished you could take a sentence back? Have you ever felt ...read more

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    Soldiers Never Leave A Man Behind Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 9,936 views

    Soldiers for the Kingdom of God will not leave one of their own stranded.

    "We Were Soldiers" Soldiers Never Leave A Man Behind (3 of 3) Deut. 2:24-36 April 6, 2003 FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson Speaker Introduction: I The first command that God has given us is to go to war. A God told Israel to pick a fight. (vv:24) 2:24 "Set out now and cross the Arnon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Eve The Stories Behind The Carols

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 25, 2010
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     | 8,063 views

    A Christmas Eve Serivce with a message on Jesus as the light of the World

    Christmas Eve The Stories Behind the Carols P. Bruce: Welcome & introduction Carols: Getting it Right Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Stephanie: "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is a Christmas carol which first appeared in Hymns and Sacred Poems in 1739. having been written by Charles Wesley . A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Stephen Wright avatar

    A Better Sacrifice - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jul 8, 2007
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     | 7,224 views

    Some of the ways in which the sacrifice of Jesus Christ was infinitely better than those of the Old Covenenant

    A better sacrifice! Part 1 Chapters 9 & 10 of Hebrews give us a unique window on Calvary contrasting the death of Jesus on the cross with the OT sacrifices. Uniquely, as Andrew Murray put it: The cross is Christ’s highest glory. The glory which He received from the Father was entirely owing to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victory Is Mine, "Get Thee Behind"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 24, 2012
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    A word from God is all you will ever need to be victorious, it doesn’t matter what the circumstances look like, it doesn't matter what the odds look like, God’s ability is not affected by our circumstances! Amen?

    Victory is Mine! Victory is mine,  victory is mine,  victory today is mine.  God told Satan to get thee behind,  victory today is mine.  Healing is mine Healing is mine Healing today is mine God told Satan to get thee behind,  victory today is mine. Joy, happiness, prosperity and every promise ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Ultimate Sacrifice Memorial Day

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 27, 2019
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     | 10,375 views

    This message is a perosnal reflection of the importance of remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the service of this country fulfilling what Jesus said in John 15:13.

    Memorial Day 2019 Scriptures: John 15:13 This morning I want to break from my normal and share with you why we should take a moment and reflect on why we celebrate Memorial Day as this is the day we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice – their life - for our freedom. Jesus said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Encountering Jesus Behind Locked Doors

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Apr 15, 2023
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     | 2,116 views

    This is from a series I preached on encounters with Jesus in the Gospels.

    Title: Jesus Encounters the Disciples in the Locked Room Script: John 20:19-23 Type: Expos./Encountering Jesus Where: GNBC 4-16-23 Intro: Over the past 2k years countless men and women have met Christ in a locked room. For millions it has been in the confines of a jail or prison cell. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Right Motives For Ministry: Why We Serve Him Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 28, 2011
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     | 7,531 views

    Coming to know and serve God certainly benefits us, and we should not be ashamed of that; he created us to need him. But we are called to serve on the basis of higher motives, motives that are tied to who God is and what he has done. So why do we serve hi

    The Right Motives for Ministry: Why We Serve Him (2 Corinthians 5:11-15) 1. People are motivated in many ways. 2. He may dress like a skid-row bum and smell like a dead rat, but Andy Smulian is a hit among London businessmen plagued by those who won't pay their bills. Employed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Supernatural Boldness Requires Pure Motives

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 3,772 views

    SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL REQUIRES PURE MOTIVES AND PROPER CONDUCT (THE MARKS OF SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH PLANTERS) A.

    SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL REQUIRES PURE MOTIVES AND PROPER CONDUCT (THE MARKS OF SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH PLANTERS) A. Supernatural Boldness in Proclaiming the Gospel Can Be Identified by the Power of the Holy Spirit in the Context of Persecution (:1-2) Illustr.: Just as you use ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    (Lesson 1) Jacob: Motivated By Fear

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 52 ratings
     | 2,854 views

    Jacob wrestled all night with God and wouldn’t let Him go. Because of Jacob’s tenacity, God blessed him and changed his name to Israel, i.e., a Prince with God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 32:22-32 What an encounter is not. 1. Not a greeting, i.e., when we talk to God. 2. Not a thought, i.e., when we meditate on God. 3. Not a meeting, i.e., our scheduled communion. 4. Not incidental, i.e., something we do every day. 5. Not an answer to prayer. B. WHAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mack Armstrong avatar

    Mighty Motifs Motivates Magnificent Mannerisms Series

    Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 15, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,655 views

    Jesus tells His listeners some very important motifs to living a successful life for Him. He tells us to, "watch" and to "pray" and by doing as he says, our life will reflect the proper mannerisms of a dedicated Christian as we go about our daily living.

    MARK 13:32-37 MIGHTY MOTIFS MOTAVATES MAGNIFICENT MANNERISMS I. THE MESSAGE: A. Mystery. B. Mandate. C. Motivation. II. THE MASTER: A, Mission. B. Method. C. Monitoring. III. THE MAJESTY: A. Multiformity. B. Momentarily. C. Momentousness. In chapter 12 of Mark, Jesus teaches ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    The Motivation To Live Godly In A Godless World

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Do you ever see the world and wonder how Christians will make it? We live in a world that is disregarding a Holy God. In Titus 3 Paul begins this chapter telling us how to react to the world.

    Introduction: Do you ever see the world and wonder how Christians will make it? We live in a world that is disregarding a Holy God. God has been reduced to a mere imagination by many, while others ignore Him. Even the religious people of our world have become Religious Atheists, claiming to know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nehemiah Served God With Proper Motivation

    Contributed by Carl Palatino on Nov 27, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,785 views

    Nehemiah served God’s purpose in his own generation.

    NEHEMIAH SERVED GOD WITH PROPER MOTIVATION Introduction: The use of the first person identifies the author as Nehemiah, the governor of the Persian province of Judah (1:1—2:20; 13:4-31). His name means "Yahweh has comforted."The purpose of God was that His people should return to His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist