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    Refusing God's Grace

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Mar 12, 2023
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    Heb. 12:14-29 tells us how important it is to trust God's grace and to see that others do not miss the grace of God It also gives us good side by side comparison of the Mosaic Law and the Gospel and why grace is so special.

    Refusing the Grace of God. By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. The Pull of the Old Law 1. Many of the first century Jewish converts struggled with the freedom that the New Law provided. 2. Grace was a foreign concept to these people; the law was strict, rigid, and it had been a way of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growing In Fruitfulness

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
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    Are you really leading and having a fruitful life? Are you truly connected to Jesus and fruitful growth is visible in your life? Do you know your calling and are you living that out?

    Opening illustration: University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, who became the first sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy, was honored by the Florida Senate. The Senate awarded him the Medallion of Excellence for his achievements off the field, the highest honor given by the chamber. Tebow had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Spirit Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024
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    A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

    PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SPIRIT OF HUMILITY A. Ecclesiastes 2:1 (READ). (Good News Translation: “I decided to enjoy myself and find out what HAPPINESS is…”) 1. What will it take to make you happy? a. That’s the question Psychology Today asked 52,000 Americans. COMMENT: And ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Giving Up Never Wins The Prize SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 12, 2023
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     | 1,446 views

    Encourage the church people not to give up and to stay faithful to God and his promises.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because God has something to say to us, something to impart to us, something to stir in our hearts. And I believe that today's message is one that is timely, ...read more

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    Live By Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 29, 2023
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    How to live by faith

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new week, and a new opportunity to delve into the boundless wisdom of God's Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for ...read more

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    One Of The Seven Deadly Sins PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 701 views

    The importance of honesty as God's expectation, the challenges to truthfulness, and the healing process from the habit of lying.

    Welcome, beloved, to this gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word and His will for us, and to live lives that reflect His love and righteousness. In the midst of our daily hustle and bustle, we often find ourselves wrestling with the complexities of life, and ...read more

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    The Blessing Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
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     | 2,384 views

    Explores recognizing our blessings, using them to bless others, and glorifying God through them, transforming our perspective on problems and worries.

    Good morning, everyone! It's so good to see all your faces here today. We're here to talk, to listen, and to learn. We're here to share in the love and fellowship that is the body of Christ. And today, we're going to talk about something that touches each of our lives in a very personal way: ...read more

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    Jesus Is The Culmination Of The Law PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024
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     | 1,330 views

    This sermon explores the profound truth of Christ as the fulfillment of the law, freeing believers from earning salvation through works.

    Good morning, dear friends. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, in this sacred space, where we gather together, not merely as a congregation, but as a family, united in our shared love for the Lord. Each Sunday, as we come together, we have the opportunity to grow, to learn, and to ...read more

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    Faith And Works – Two Sides Of The Same Truth

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 121 ratings
     | 6,293 views

    Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31)

    Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31) Illustration:A young boy, on an errand for his mother, had just bought a dozen eggs. Walking out of the store, he tripped and dropped the sack. All the eggs broke, and the sidewalk was a mess. The boy tried not to cry. A few people ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Following Paul's Example

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000
    based on 91 ratings
     | 4,348 views

    A Devotion for growing Christians

    “BRETHREN, JOIN IN FOLLOWING MY EXAMPLE, AND NOTE THOSE WHO SO WALK, AS YOU HAVE US FOR A PATTERN. 18 FOR MANY WALK, OF WHOM I HAVE TOLD YOU OFTEN, AND NOW TELL YOU EVEN WEEPING, THAT THEY ARE THE ENEMIES OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST; 19 WHOSE END IS DESTRUCTION, WHOSE GOD IS THEIR BELLY, AND WHOSE ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    A Test For Whether A Person Is Saved

    Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 23, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 5,005 views

    A look at I John 5 to see the fruits of a saved person

    A TEST FOR WHETHER A PERSON IS SAVED TEXT - I John 5 INTRO. - Are you saved? Are you a real Christian? Are you going to heaven? Not everyone who talks about heaven is going there. Not everyone who says "Lord, Lord" will enter heaven. Many people have gone forward at an invitation and shook the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reaching Down To Save

    Contributed by Fred Mueller on Jan 26, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 2,868 views

    Jesus descended to our level in his baptism in order to elevate us to life.

    The Reformed Church of Locust Valley Epiphany Sunday January 13, 2001 Mt. 2:1-12 “Reaching Down to Save” “Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him. John would have prevented him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, and do you come ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Salty Saints

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 27, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,801 views

    Our purpose in the world.

    SALTY SAINTS TEXT MATT. 5:13 INTRODUCTION: SODIUM CHLORIDE OR COMMON SALT IS A CHEMICAL COMPOUND THAT IS USED ALL OVER THE WORLD. IT CONTAINS EQUAL NUMBERS OF POSITIVELY CHARGED SODIUM AND NEGATIVELY CHARGED CHLORINE IONS. SALT HAS MANY PURPOSES AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of An Effective Minister Part 1

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,177 views

    A message geared for lay ministry

    Marks of an Effective Minister - Section one 1 Timothy 4.6-11 July 13, 1997 Evening Service Introduction I. Last week review: Marks of Effective Ministry- Active and Involved, Exalt Christ, Available, Prayerful, Fruitful and not prejudice II. Role of the Full Time Minister: Designing ministry and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    When Our Prayers Are Polluted

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,913 views

    Sinful living prevents God from hearing our prayers.

    INTRODUCTION: THE BIBLE TEACHES IN JAMES 5:16 THAT THE EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS AVAILETH MUCH. WHILE THAT IS A TRUE STATEMENT, OUR PRAYERS WILL BE NULL AND VOID IF OUR LIFESTYLE IS IN CONTRADICTION WITH OUR LIPS. IN OTHER WORDS MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, OUR LIPS SAY ONE THING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist