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  • Money Is A Terrible Master, But A Great Servant thumbnail

    Money Is A Terrible Master, But A Great Servant Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 978 views

    Money can either serve us or control us. We should strive to achieve financial freedom and use money to make a lasting impact.

    Ever heard of Centralia, Pennsylvania? Back in 1962, a coal mine fire started there and it's still burning today, right under the ground. Crazy, right? Money is kinda like that fire. It can be used for good stuff or it can cause a lot of damage. When money takes over our hearts, it can burn us up ...read more

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    In God's Time: Learn To Tell Time

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 20, 2023
     | 1,665 views

    Have you ever tried to define time. One thing we trust we serve an ON TIME GOD. Not too early, not too late!

    IN GOD’S TIME, FEW LEARN TO TELL TIME… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) 1 Peter 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: 1 Peter 5:6 (NLT2) So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "i Know The Plans I Have For You!" Does This Apply To Us?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 10, 2025
     | 916 views

    God guides His people as they serve Him. The means of His guidance may vary, but it will never contradict what is given in His holy Word.

    “I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” [1] Years ago, I read Herbert Lockyer’s delightful tome, “All the Promises of the Bible.” [2] In that book, Dr. Lockyer discussed what a promise is, cautioning that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Clear The Way, Part 4 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 28, 2025
     | 150 views

    John the Baptist confessed that Jesus came before everything, but more importantly he clearly shows us that humility is the KEY to serving Him completely.

    John, Part 4 Series: Clear the Way, Part 4 John 1:19-28 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’re here with us - I never want to assume that we all have the same knowledge … intro: • A young Jewish man; referred to as youngest Apostle (late teens / early 20s) • John wrote 5 books in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Service Oriented Ministry PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,575 views

    God values a willing heart to serve others. He cares more about your heart than he does your qualifications or talents.

    Good morning, church family! Today’s scripture will challenge us to examine our own hearts and the way we serve others. We’re going to be reading from Matthew 25:21-23, where Jesus tells the parable of the talents. To begin, I’d like to talk about the rewards we experience when we serve others. ...read more

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    The Great Paradox PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 786 views

    This sermon emphasizes the inseparable link between faith and action, urging believers to live out their faith by serving others as a reflection of Christ's love. Key

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather in unity, in love, and in anticipation of the word of God that is as refreshing as the morning dew, and as nourishing as the bread of life. We are here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. So, let us open our hearts and ...read more

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    Waiting On Jesus' Return PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,059 views

    This sermon encourages believers to truly know God, not just about Him, and to live in anticipation of Christ's return, serving Him with energy, boldness, and contentment.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather together in the warmth of this sanctuary, let's take a moment to remember the grace that has brought us here. The grace that carries us through our trials, our joys, our sorrows, our victories. The grace that reminds us, even in our darkest hours, ...read more

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    Elijah PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,384 views

    This sermon explores Elijah's unwavering faith, challenging us to confront idolatry, serve God steadfastly, and aspire to a character rooted in total devotion to God.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as a family, united under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on a story that is as timeless as it is powerful. It is a story that speaks to the strength of faith, the ...read more

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    Worship Is All About Glorifying God! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 85 views

    True obedience flows from joyful faith; serving God with gladness transforms ordinary tasks into sacred acts and reveals His love to the world.

    Some mornings arrive like a hymn. Sunlight spills across the kitchen table, a mug warms your hands, and hope hums beneath the chores and headlines. Other mornings weigh heavy. The to-do list looms, the inbox aches, and the heart feels thin as paper. In both kinds of mornings, God extends the same ...read more

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    Christ Honoring Ordinations

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 9, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,414 views

    God ordained ministers of the Gospel present a high level of integrity in conduct of life, in proclamation of Biblical truth, and loyalty to the calling God has placed upon those who serve Him.

    Christ Honoring Ordinations Keeping Biblical Integrity In Ministerial Ordinations God ordained ministers of the Gospel present a high level of integrity in conduct of life, in proclamation of Biblical truth, and loyalty to the calling God has placed upon those who serve Him. The Apostle Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Failing Forward, Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,199 views

    Do you feel God has placed you on a shelf because of something you’ve done? Never forget that you are serving the God, not only of a second chance, but countless chances.

    For some of you, it was all you could do to even come here today. You failed over and over. You had such a bad week or month that you really didn’t even want to show up today. We sometimes want to give up because of · the regularity of our sin (“I just can’t seem to stop!”), · the reproach of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will You Respect Or Reject Christ?

    Contributed by David Mende on Jun 5, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,419 views

    God is extremely gracious. He gives each one of us countless opportunities. But we must not take His patience for granted. He is a just God as well. 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. Second Samuel 12 records the prophet Nathan’s visit to King David. This visit occurred after David’s terrible sins of committing adultery with Bathsheba and getting her husband, Uriah killed. Nathan ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Facing Your Giants: Take Goliath Down Series

    Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 150 ratings
     | 55,470 views

    These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem.

    “TAKE GOLIATH DOWN” 2 Samuel 21:15-22 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: Our Goliath is always stalking us. We need to focus on God, not on our giant problem. Introduction: He vies for the bedside position, hoping to be the first voice ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "The Sword Of The Lord" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 28, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 12,485 views

    God frequently trims our resources to get us to depend entirely on Him. When we’re serving in God’s army we become part of the “overwhelming minority.”

    “The Sword of the Lord" Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Many of us are familiar with the management concept of downsizing—we’re told to “do more with less”. However, nations don’t usually downsize when preparing for war! They mobilize their reserves ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Biblical Truths From The Football Career

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 13, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,465 views

    There are men of the Lord who serve in the game of football, men who grasp truths we can learn from as we endeavor to reach the lost for Christ and encourage the Body of Christ.

    Biblical Truths from the Football Career Introduction: We are in the midst's of football season. Much of the world is captivated by the game, they long for game after game until we finally reach the Super Bowl. Proposition: I would propose to you that there are men of the Lord who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational