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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Redeeming The Time

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 11,536 views

    The main ingredient for redeeming the time (or as Paul said, being wise, not fools) is wisdom. This sermon is a challenge and encouragment to receive wisdom from God.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC January 4, 2004 September 10th, 1945 finds a strapping (but tender) five and a half month old Wyandotte rooster pecking through the dust of Fruita, Colorado. The unsuspecting bird had never looked so delicious as ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Season Of Restoration Is Here

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 24, 2025
     | 1,099 views

    Restoration is one of the most powerful acts of God. It speaks of God’s ability to bring back what was lost, repair what was broken, and repay what was stolen.

    THE SEASON OF RESTORATION IS HERE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-27 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 30:17, Psalm 126:1-6, Isaiah 61:7, Zechariah 9:12, Job 42:10 INTRODUCTION: Restoration is one of the most powerful acts of God. It speaks of God’s ability to bring back what was lost, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Imitating Greatness Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,280 views

    We can be like Jesus if we live in close fellowship with Him. Here are some areas that will help us be more like Jesus.

    Imitating Greatness Ephesians 5:1-20 Intro: One awesome thing about living your life for God is that He never asks you to do anything that you could not do with His help. He will definitely ask you to do things you could never do on your own, but we need to remember that the same one who calls us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Rebukes The Devourer Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025
     | 329 views

    When God rebukes the devourer, what was meant to bring you loss turns around for gain.

    THE GOD WHO REBUKES THE DEVOURER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 3:10-12 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:25, Isaiah 54:17, Zechariah 3:2, John 10:10, Psalm 91:5-10 INTRODUCTION: A devourer is anything or anyone that consumes what belongs to a person—resources, time, health, peace, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fueling The Body Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,008 views

    For all of us – myself included, we need to re-examine how are we to wisely live every moment for God in spite of ourselves?

    THE SUPREME MYSTERY – THE BODY OF CHRIST ACT II: The Mystery of The Body Unveiled 7. FUELING THE BODY (Eph. 5:15-21) INTRODUCTION: Anyone remember Alice In Wonderland? Which wacky character in Carroll Lewis’ mushroom-induced world do you remember best? The Mad Hatter? Queen of Hearts? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Types Of Restoration In The Bible

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025
     | 1,001 views

    The God of restoration not only gives back what was lost but also brings increase, multiplication, and honour in greater measure than before.

    TYPES OF RESTORATION IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith Expressed Through Generosity Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,366 views

    Today we are going to read about a woman whose faith is expressed through generosity. It is found for us in 1 Kings Chapter 17. In chapter 17, Elijah has just declared that no rain will fall in Israel for a period of years. We read how the Lord provides f

    Last week we began looking at some men and women of the Old Testament. We began this with a man by the name of Noah. He was commended for his faith in Hebrews 11, and we saw that because of his faith, he was obedient. He was obedient in his submission, and in his service. These were an expression ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seize The Day

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 8,251 views

    God has a plan He wants us to follow.

    Seize the Day Ephesians 5:15-17 In March of 2000, the small town of Fruita, Colorado, received a unique new sculpture on a downtown corner. Lyle Nichols unveiled his four-foot masterpiece of Mike the headless chicken. It’s a reminder of what happened in Fruita sixty years earlier. Lloyd Olsen, a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    True Worship And The Triumphal Entry Series

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 29, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,482 views

    The shouts of ’Hosanna!’ at the triumphal entry were shallow in contrast to the devotion Mary showed to Jesus in anointing him at Bethany the day before.

    TRUE WORSHIP AND THE TRIUMPHAL ENTRY John 12:1-19 INTRO From the beginning of this year we have swept through the Scriptures as though we were watching a drama unfold. A few weeks ago we reached the climax in the drama with the arrival of the King. We have looked at some of the teaching of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Extravagant Love Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 19, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,543 views

    Jesus Anointed at Bethany. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Religious Leaders (vs 1-2) (2). The Woman (vs 3) (3). The Critics (vs 4-5) (4). The Lord (vs 6-7) (5). The Traitor (vs 10-11) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Two brothers were alone in the kitchen. • Before them on the table was a huge bowl of eggs. • The older one said "I’ll give ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Our Church: A Bunch Of Winners Or A Bunch Of Whiners? Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 26, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,892 views

    Final sermon in a series for a giving campaign, "Get In The Game!"

    Over the last few weeks, we have been talking about Getting In The Game for God and what it takes for us to make sure we live lives that count for Christ. We’ve talked about how to make sure we’ve "Got Game!" How we need to "Go For The Gold," "Aim For Excellence," "Make The Commitment," and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dream Thieves

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,264 views

    A message to the youth group on time and dreams.

    21, October 2002 KOZ Dream Thieves Introduction: Thanks for your attention. You are a huge part of D.C.C. Tonight a few things I really want you to know: - You are extremely important to God! - You have a Devine destiny to fulfill. - You are extremely important to the Church. - You have an enemy ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Ending The Year Without Regret Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 20, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,462 views

    This message reveals how believers can conclude the year with peace, gratitude, and confidence by walking in wisdom, obedience, and divine alignment.

    ENDING THE YEAR WITHOUT REGRET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 90:12 Key Verse: “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:13-14; Ecclesiastes 7:8; Lamentations 3:22-23; Proverbs 4:18; Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Stewardship Of Time

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jan 19, 2009
    based on 29 ratings
     | 59,070 views

    God expects people to use their time wisely. It matters what we do with our time.

    Title: The Stewardship of Time Text: Psalm 90:1-7; Ecc. 3:1-17; Eph. 5:8-17 Truth: God expects people to use their time wisely. Aim: To help them use their time wisely. Life ?: What does it matter what I do with my time? INTRODUCTION Maybe you remember the 1974 folk song by Harry Chapin, “Cats in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's A Wonderful Life

    Contributed by J John on Dec 5, 2007
    based on 78 ratings
     | 16,223 views

    As the seasons change, many of us find that the annual arrival of Christmas characterises the passing of yet another year. For more info: http://www.philotrust.com

    SermonCentral Editor’s note: J.John, a Greek Cypriot, has been described as "The Billy Graham of Great Britain," speaking to more than 300,000 people in person each year. He has authored 21 books and has more than one million copies in circulation. You may learn more about his ministry at: ...read more

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