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  • Arthur Miller avatar

    God's Gifts Have Thorns

    Contributed by Arthur Miller on Dec 18, 2017
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    When we look at Mary and the birth of Jesus we see a struggle of being pregnant and no one believing her. Why did the angel only tell her? Wouldn't a family meeting with all the parties be more appropriate? We will see that God's gifts have thorns!

    God’s Gifts Have Thorns Matthew1:18-25 and Luke1:26-56 & 2:1-39 Today is Sunday, December 24, 2017. A day known around the world in many different languages as Christmas Eve. This is an exciting time of the year! There are those that love the holiday but hate what this day represents. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Embrace The Season Of Testing.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 24, 2024
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    You might be facing a season of testing. The testing has a purpose and promotion can follow the test. This testing is an opportunity for God to show himself strong.

    EMBRACE YOUR SEASON! CRUCIBLE, TEST, THIS IS ONLY A TEST. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Proverbs 17:3 The firing pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts. COUNT IT JOY WHEN YOU FACE TEST! *Test: trial, examination, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Walk Away PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023
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    Explores God's faithfulness during trials, emphasizing that temptations are opportunities for spiritual growth and God always provides a way out.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this beautiful gathering of souls, each one of us brought together by a shared faith and a common purpose. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the hand of a loving and merciful God. It is a precious opportunity to bask in ...read more

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    Going To The Next Level Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 25, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
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    When we grow with God we'll avoid embracing the world.

    Going to the Next Level 1 John 2:12-17 Rev. Brian Bill 9/25/11 Years ago, a “Dear Abby” column ran a story by a retired schoolteacher. One day she had her students take out some paper and list the names of the other students in the room. Then she told them to think of the nicest thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Grow In Intimacy With God By Asking Him Questions.

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 21, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,527 views

    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Genesis 18:20-32 Title: “We grow in intimacy with God by asking Him questions.”

    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Genesis 18:20-32 Title: “We grow in intimacy with God by asking Him questions.” In verses eleven to fifteen we have the scene of Sarah’s laughing at the very idea, God’s questioning her about her doubts and Sarah’s denial she laughed at all. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    It's Time To G.r.o.w. Up!

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 31,148 views

    This is a practical message about growth and maturity in Christ, and how to begin to grow in God.

    Stand & Read - 1 Peter 2:1-3 “Therefore, putting aside all malice and all guile and hypocrisy and envy and all slander, [2] like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, [3] if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.” “It’s Time To ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Don't Let My Love Grow Cold

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 23, 2001
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     | 15,700 views

    It is time to rekindle the flame of passion we have for Christ and allow it to burn brightly within us.

    We have an exciting move of God in our life…we climb the mountain and meet with the Lord…then we climb down and things just don’t seem to feel the same…something is missing…our heart is not as hot for the things of God…We can feel a cold breeze blowing in…and we begin to question my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Don't You Just Grow Up

    Contributed by Cameron Whaley on Jul 2, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,067 views

    A sermon that focuses on maturing in wisdom as a Christian; that wisdom that one gains as he/she learns to live like Christ

    Have these words ever been said to you? or Have you ever said these words yourself? “Why don’t you just grow up?” These words are said when someone is seen as not acting the way that they “should.” I. Wisdom for the Mature As Paul was speaking to churches throughout the Mediterranean region, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 3: Growing Through The Seasons

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 15, 2003
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    Series: The Bible and Retirement

    A. INTRODUCTION B. REVIEW OF FOUR SEASONS 1. Winter – Dreams and planning (childhood). 2. Spring – Planting and preparation (youth). 3. Summer – Growth and hard work (adult). 4. Autumn – Harvest and enjoying the fruits of your work (retirement). C. CONTINUATION 5.Each season has varying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Spirit Continues To Help Us Grow In Faith

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 31, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,756 views

    A sermon for the Day of Pentcost, series B

    The Day of Pentecost, June 8, 2003 "Series B" Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, on this day we humbly give you thanks for the gift of your Holy Spirit, poured out upon the church that it might be empowered ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Let The Miracle Of The Fig Tree Grow Your Faith

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,904 views

    Jesus used this miracle to speak to His followers about faith. The Lord wanted to grow their faith, and through this story, He wants to grow ours.

    Let the Miracle of the Fig Tree Grow Your Faith Matthew 21:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 3, 2010 *How much faith do you want? More! -- I want more faith! The good news is that God wants you to have more faith too. That is a big part of what is going on here in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Feel Like My Hair Is Growing Back

    Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jun 7, 2008
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     | 39,673 views

    When Samson’s hair was cut he lost his power, the Spirit of God left him. However when his hair grew back and he returned to God his power came back. If we fail God and return our spiritual power returns.

    I FEEL LIKE MY HAIR IS GROWING BACK Text: Judges 16:22 Howbeit the hair of his head began to grow again after he was shaven. a. Hair by definition is any of the cylindrical, keratinized, often pigmented filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal. b. A growth of such ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Chris Jordan avatar

    Go Deep, Grow Strong And Bear Fruit #2

    Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jan 7, 2012
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     | 9,029 views

    God is calling us to go deeper into His love, His Word and relationships with one another. He is calling us to grow strong. And He is calling us to bear fruit in our lives – the fruit of the Spirit, the harvest, and ministry and service.

    GO DEEP, GROW STRONG, AND BEAR FRUIT #2 VISION FOR 2012: THE BIG IDEA: God is calling us to go deeper into His love, His Word and relationships with one another. He is calling us to grow strong. And He is calling us to bear fruit in our lives – the fruit of the Spirit, the harvest, and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Isaiah 50 How God Grows Our Faith Series

    Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,223 views

    Exposition of Isaiah 50

    Isaiah 50 How God Grows Our Faith Does God Care? vs. 1-3 Grow by Experience vs. 4-9 Walk in the Light vs. 10-11 Intro: Todd Adams Isaiah 50 continues the servant series in this section we get such a rich description of Jesus Christ There are four servant songs They are called that because ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Up When You're Torn Down Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 29, 2014
     | 12,768 views

    Trials are meant to fortify our faith.

    Growing Up When You’re Torn Down 1 Peter 1:6-9 Rev. Brian Bill September 27-28, 2014 Offertory: “He’s Been Faithful” On Monday of this week, the pastoral staff and spouses went bowling. It was meant to be a great bonding time and we purposely wanted to keep it light. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist