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    Fighting For A Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 869 views

    Seeking security and significance outside of God is futile, and we should instead trust in God's promises and presence to lead us into His best.

    Good morning, church family! Today we are going to dive into two passages from Genesis. We'll be looking at Genesis 25:21-26 and Genesis 28:13-15, focusing on the futility of fighting for security and success without God, the struggle for significance and security in life, and trusting God to bring ...read more

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    Vessels Unto Honour PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Encourage believers to live a life of holiness, becoming vessels of honor, and offering themselves to God's work.

    Good Morning, Church! We're diving deep into God's Word today. Our key verse is 2 Timothy 2:21 which says, "If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work." In the words of C.S. Lewis, "The ...read more

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    The True Spirit Of Christmas PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,220 views

    This sermon explores the themes of humility, obedience, and submission to God's will, using Mary's story in Luke 1 as a guiding example. Key

    Welcome, dear friends, to our gathering of hearts and minds. It's a pleasure, as always, to be in your company as we seek to grow in our understanding of God's word. Today, we are turning our thoughts and attentions to the first chapter of Luke, a rich and profound passage that speaks to us about ...read more

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    Are You A Veteran?

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 10, 2012
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     | 8,057 views

    A Christian Veteran has three principles that he or she MUST stand by: to never give up, to be loyal, and to never lose focus.

    Are you a Veteran? Philippians 1:27-30 - Veterans Day is a celebration across the globe in remembrance of service -- It reminds us that we have been given a special gift; a gift of freedom -- It is a gift that many died for; and are dying for; in defense of a principle - Not a dream, not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel Is Narrow, Part 5 Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
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    Open Doors The Gospel is Narrow, part 5

    Open Doors The Gospel is Narrow, part 5 Luke 13:22-30 October 27, 2013 As we started this series, I said that we have no control over when we die but we have lots of control over what we do with the days God has given us. So the psalmist prayed, 'teach us to number our days that we may get a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No More Questions PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 671 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of grounding our lives in Jesus' teachings, trusting Him for answers, and loving God and our neighbors as ourselves. Key

    Welcome, beloved congregation, to this sacred gathering where we come together under the shelter of God's love and the guidance of His word. We are here to seek His wisdom, to learn from His teachings, and to strive to walk in the footsteps of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In the hustle and bustle of ...read more

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    The Gist PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023
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    Encourages perseverance in faith and spiritual growth, despite failures or disappointments, drawing inspiration from the dedication and determination in Luke 2:22-40.

    Good morning, church. It's a joy to stand before you today, as we gather in this place of worship, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to draw nearer to Him. As we gather today, we find ourselves in the early days of a new year. A time of hope and expectation, a time when many of us are ...read more

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    The Narrow Way Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 29, 2002
    based on 251 ratings
     | 35,810 views

    This message is for those of you who have read and sung and listened to people talk about Jesus for years without meeting him personally.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 36 “The Narrow Way” Luke 13:22-30 You see them every Sunday when dressed in their Sunday best they respectfully make their way into the worship service. They sing the words projected on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Athletics

    Contributed by James May on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,088 views

    6 points to remember as we run this race toward Heaven.

    Spiritual Athletics By Pastor Jim May Most of us have watched the Olympics on TV. We have watched as the athletes competed in all sorts of contests. Regardless of their area of competition, every athlete had to pay a high price to get to the Olympics. I know a young man who had such a dream. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Paul's Concern For Teaching Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 16, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,077 views

    Paul was concerned about the spiritual maturity of these believers in Colossae...

    Colossians 1:24-29 October 17, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s striving for the spiritual maturity of the church: Paul has been encouraging the members of the church in Colossae to remain faithful to the gospel that they 1st heard from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marriage - The Six Cs Of A Happy Marriage PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,125 views

    Explores the importance of cultivating compatibility, committing through communication, and creating compassionate communities in Christian relationships, guided by love, patience, and humility.

    Welcome, dear friends, to our gathering today. It's a joy to see each one of you here, gathered in the name of our Lord, eager to delve into His word and discover His truths. We are here to learn, to grow, to be inspired and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. We find ourselves today on ...read more

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    Press On While The Door Is Open!

    Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,515 views

    This sermon is a salvation message.

    Press on While the Door’s Open Luke 13:22-28 Woodleigh Replicas & Gardens is a British Theme Park located in the heart of Burlington, Prince Edward Island. They house around 30 replicas of the most spectacular castles and cathedrals of the British Isles, among rolling hills and gardens. Melissa ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Transformation Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 763 views

    This sermon explores the Transfiguration in Mark 9:2-9, encouraging believers to seek wisdom and guidance from God's Word and live lives that glorify Him.

    Welcome, dear family of faith. We gather together today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by His love and grace. We come together to celebrate the Word, to find comfort in its wisdom, to seek answers within its pages, and to draw strength from its promises. We are ...read more

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    Be Holy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,369 views

    The sermon's main point is to explore the meaning of living a holy life in obedience to God, following Jesus' example, and relying on the Holy Spirit, as it is not an optional extra but an essential part of our Christian walk.

    Good morning, church family! If you've got your Bibles with you, let's open them to 1 Peter, chapter 1, verses 13 through 16. Today, we're going to talk about what it means to live a holy life in obedience to God, following the example of our Lord Jesus Christ, and leaning on the power of the Holy ...read more

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    Be Blameless PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 987 views

    The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to actively work on their personal salvation, live blameless lives, and glorify God through their actions, shining as lights in a dark world.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage from Philippians. I love how Arnold J. Toynbee once said, "Man's true end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever." This quote perfectly captures the heart of our message today. Let's read the passage together: "Therefore, my ...read more

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