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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Honor The Honorable

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 6, 2018
     | 9,078 views

    Honor is showing respect, Support, and Adoration. Several types will be mentioned -- Parents; civil authority; elders; the LORD.

    1. One of the right things that we do in this country is give honor to people who deserve to be honored – First Responders; Graduates; Selfless Servants; Monuments of Honor; Avenue of the Righteous outside the Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem – Today, Veterans (Veterans Day) 2. Someone wrote: IT IS ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Excelling In Goodness And Mercy Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 19, 2021
     | 2,433 views

    In the pursuit for godliness they will discover there are some negative characteristics that will block their ascendancy to excellency. Yet, disciples also learn lessons about how to experience a life characterized by goodness, mercy, grace, and joy

    A major part of learning how to do something is learning the "do nots." To illustrate: One of my first lessons related to learning how to be a locomotive engineer involved learning certain things that I must not do—such as going to sleep. While pulling a train, you do not reach down ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staying On Course Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 2, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,245 views

    Make the effort to stay faithful (winning over complacency) and make the choice to obey God (winning over compromise).

    It easy to make promises, but to keep them is another matter altogether. • You may be passionate and sincere when you make a stand, but to stay on course requires much, much more. William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, say this: “It is in the nature of a fire to go out, you must keep it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Will Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 734 views

    This sermon explores understanding, obeying, and living out God's will, following Jesus' example of submission and trust in God's plan.

    Good morning, family! It's wonderful to be here with you all today. We're about to get into something really special. You know, we often find ourselves wondering about God's will for our lives. What does He want from us? How do we know if we're on the right track? Now, I want to share a quote with ...read more

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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Use Wisdom But Know Its Limitations Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,101 views

    In today's lesson we are encouraged to use wisdom but know its limitations--particularly with respect to civil authorities.

    Scripture In his quest to find out how to live a meaningful life the writer of Ecclesiastes addresses the use of wisdom but also being aware of its limitations. Let us read Ecclesiastes 8:1-17: 1 Who is like the wise? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man’s wisdom makes his ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Menear avatar

    Obedience To God

    Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,870 views

    Examples of obedience and disobedience of Bible figures and the results it brought. Includes 6 ways we can obey God

    Obedience To God Isaiah 1:18-20 ISA 1:18 "Come now, let us reason together," says the LORD."Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. ISA 1:19 If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land; ISA ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Follow The Great Commission: Not The Great Suggestion Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 11, 2025
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     | 375 views

    When Jesus gave the Great Commission, He did not say, “If you feel like it, and if it fits your schedule, go and make disciples.” No — He gave His followers an unshakable, urgent, eternal command.

    Go! and follow The Great Commission: Not the Great Suggestion Introduction: There are two types of instructions in life: suggestions and commands. A suggestion says: “If you get the chance, maybe do this.” A command says: “Do this now. It is your responsibility.” If the fire alarm rings in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go And Make Disciples!

    Contributed by David Mende on Aug 6, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,456 views

    Tim Keller recently tweeted that “Apathy is a bigger problem than atheism for Christianity.” This sermon challenges God's people to fulfill the Great Commission given by the Risen King, Jesus. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: {According to a study conducted by LifeWay Research, 85% of all believers in the age group, 18-29 agree that they have a responsibility to share the gospel with unbelievers, 69% of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Part 1 - They're A Loyal Family Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 4, 2007
     | 2,782 views

    God has told us how He wants us to live our lives; our job is to obey!

    1Then God spoke all these words: 2I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; 3you shall have no other gods before£ me. 4You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Obedience To God Above Man Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025
     | 278 views

    Obedience to God is the ultimate proof of love, faith, and loyalty to Him, even when it conflicts with human authority or opinion.

    OBEDIENCE TO GOD ABOVE MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 5:29 Key Verse: “Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29) Supporting Texts: Daniel 3:16-18, 1 Samuel 15:22, John 14:15, Acts 4:19-20, Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Colaw avatar

    Get Into The Wheelbarrow (Assert Your Faith) Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,894 views

    Step out in faith and begin to obey the Word of God. The transformation that will take place in your life will amaze even you.

    Get Into the Wheelbarrow (Assert Your Faith) Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: This is week five in our series “Eight Essential Exercises for Building a Better Body.” The first exercise we examined was “allocating strength.” We investigated our need to find our strength in the Lord. Without His ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Aye, Its Been A Good Day!

    Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Feb 3, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,877 views

    Narrative sermon based on Jesus calming the storm, focussing on the question "Who is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!"

    It had been a good day. Jesus had been preaching and teaching a large crowd of people, and they were spell-bound, desperate for more. There had been huge excitement, everyone was desperate to hear what this unusual teacher had to say. He wasn’t like the normal religious teachers. For a start he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Charles Fuller avatar

    Getting A Fresh Start With God

    Contributed by Charles Fuller on Jan 6, 2001
    based on 251 ratings
     | 28,077 views

    You can have a brand new start with God if you will obey Him, acknowledge Him, and follow Him.

    Luke 5:1-11, Getting a Fresh Start with God Limestone Baptist Church, December 31, 2000 Chuck Fuller, Pastor INTRODUCTION I remember so well playing outdoor games in my childhood with my little brother and all the guys in our neighborhood. We had a rule that superceded all other rules when were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Acts 4 - Stand Strong Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 27, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,872 views

    Seek the truth and stand strong. Know your identity and be strong. Exercise authority and stay strong.

    The outpouring of the Holy Spirit gave the disciples exceptional courage to bear witness to Christ. • They showed unwavering faith in Jesus, despite the danger and opposition. • They were strong because of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. Peter did not mince his words. The people did ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Redeeming Love From The Blood ...

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Mar 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,234 views

    in order to understand the meaning of true love, we must first understand the power and authority of the Blood

    REDEEMING LOVE FROM THE BLOOD… So, I know how love feels, my heart beats for me, yes, all the time yet, it beats for God, in and outside my body, all around me, going through me, pulsating all the time. I know firsthand rejection from people, family, when God comes and puts His Arms around you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic