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  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Always Remain Watchful Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 26, 2022
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    The two parables here serve to caution us about slacking off in kingdom work. We need to keep our waist girded and be ready for service; and be alert and watchful at all times, so we don’t miss opportunities to share the love of Christ.

    This evening’s message is entitled “Always Remain Watchful,” and it’s taken from two short parables commonly called “The Parable of the Faithful and Evil Servant” and “The Parable of the Thief.” In these two short parables Jesus spoke a word about faithfulness; the kind of faithfulness that leads ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Strength In Weakness: Embracing God's Grace Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2023
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    In 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, we discover that our weaknesses are not hindrances but opportunities for God's grace and power to shine. Let us embrace our vulnerabilities, boast in our weaknesses, find joy in adversity, and become sources of comfort to others.

    "Strength in Weakness: Embracing God's Grace" Introduction: Today, we delve into a profound message found in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT): "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Will For Our Lives Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 2, 2018
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    1. Be grateful for God's goodness (vs. 18-19). 2. Make extra efforts to reach people for Christ (vs. 18). 3. Learn your limits (vs. 19-20). 4. Take the time to rest (vs. 21-23). 5. Be open to new opportunities from the Lord (vs. 21-23).

    God's Will for Our Lives The Book of Acts - Part 63 Acts 18:18-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 2, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Tonight, we will come to the end of Paul's second missionary journey. We will see Paul finish his work in Corinth and begin to head home for a while. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 24 - God Gives Many Chances Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 6, 2024
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    Though Jonah disobeyed and ran from God, the Lord gave him a second chance. No one is too bad or too far gone to return back to the loving Lord who alone can change and transform a sinner into a saint, and use such a one to fulfill His mighty purposes.

    We read in Jonah 3:1, “Then the word of the LORD came to Jonah the second time, saying,” (ESV) God had called Jonah to accomplish a huge task. Jonah chose to disobey, and undertook a voyage which the Lord disrupted by sending a mighty tempest. As the ship was tossed about in the midst of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Keep Your Feet On The Ground And Your Eye On Heaven

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 22, 2024
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    A balanced Christian life tends to common daily duties without complaint but also pursues spiritual revitalization through communion with the Lord and feeding on God's word. This balance is particularly important during turbulent times.

    Intro As we approach the November election, we find ourselves in an intense time in our history. The attempted assassination of President Trump testifies to that fact. The Republican convention concluded last Thursday. The Democrat convention is coming up in August. Who knows what decisions will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Be Strong In The Lord And In His Mighty Power Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000
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    never take for granted the victory over sin that Christ has won for us. Never underestimate the devil. He’ll oppose us at every opportunity. Never give up in the fight against sin and evil. But always remember the power of God and the armour with which he

    We come today to the end of our series of sermons on the book of Ephesians. One of the things I hope you’ve noticed as we’ve gone through this book is the breadth of Paul’s horizons. He began by pointing us back to before the beginning of time, when God established his plan to create a single new ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Ministering To Christ In The Midst Of Disaster Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 14, 2005
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     | 11,106 views

    Our nation has just experienced what many are saying is the worst natural disaster America has ever seen. I would propose to you that through this disaster, the church has a great opportunity to show her love to the Lord Jesus Christ. It is our opportuni

    Turn Your Bibles to Matthew 25:34-40 Title: Ministering to Christ in the Midst of Disaster Theme: Loving Christ by Ministering to His Disciples and Having Compassion on the Hurting Introduction: Our nation has just experienced what many are saying is the worst natural disaster America has ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love Is Sacrificial

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 25, 2005
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    When Jesus asks, "do you love me," it fills us with repentance and an eagerness to show our Lord that we do love him. Peter was forgiven and given a new opportunity to feed Jesus sheep. Who are your sheep? How can you respond?

    August 28, 2005 Proclaim Peace Through Jesus - in Love - based on John 21:15-19 After Jesus rose from the dead he asked Peter three simple questions - “do you love me?” When Peter answered with a resounding “yes,” Jesus then replied, “feed my sheep.” Although this reinstatement to ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Should We Preach Good News To The Poor? - Isa. 61:1

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 21, 2002
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    Are we passing up some of the greatest opportunities of our lives? We are commanded to preach good news to the poor. Let us realize that the poor are people who are more than those who live in human poverty. Those who are really poor are the ones who are

    Why Should We Preach Good News to the Poor? - Isa. 61:1,2 Illustration:Why people don’t witness: 1. 90% have failed in witnessing attempts in the past 2. The are biblically illiterate 3. They leave it to the professionals 4. We shouldn’t impose our faith on others Ron Hutchcraft, Wake Up ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Be Strong In The Lord & In His Mighty Power Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,481 views

    never take for granted the victory over sin that Christ has won for us. Never underestimate the devil. He’ll oppose us at every opportunity. Never give up in the fight against sin and evil. But always remember the power of God and the armour with which he

    Do you remember when we looked at Paul’s prayer in Eph 3 that I commented how difficult it is to achieve the sort of unity that God wants from his church. In fact I pointed out that that’s why Paul prays the way he does: because only by God’s power can this miracle come about. Paul knows that apart ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Paul's Principles For Living (I Corithians 16:5-24) Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,808 views

    Paul gets personal with the Corinthians (vv. 5-12). 1. He tells of his plans for the future and his intended visit. 2. He speaks of an opportunity. 3. He tells them that they may receive a visit from Timothy. 4. He speaks of Apollos. Then

    PAUL’S PRINCIPLES FOR LIVING 1 Corinthians 16:5-24 Introduction A. Paul gets personal with the Corinthians (vv. 5-12). 1. He tells of his plans for the future and his intended visit. 2. He speaks of an opportunity. 3. He tells them that they may receive a visit from Timothy. 4. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Love Your Neighbor

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 23, 2009
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    For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Galatians 5:13

    Love your neighbor 04/18/04 AM Reading: Leviticus 19:9-18 Text: Luke 10:25-37 INTRODUCTION Illustrate: Who is my neighbor? Luke 10:25 I. KEYS TO LOVING OUR NEIGHBORS A. Loving Our Neighbor – Is Greater Than Sacrifices 1. Mark 12:28-34 2. So Samuel said: “Has the LORD as great delight in burnt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "And Then?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 4, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,221 views

    In Luke 12:13-32 Jesus uses an interruption as an opportunity to talk about greed, how material possessions do not bring happiness, and that when we live within the Kingdom of God, right here and right now, we can relax in the knowledge that God is in con

    Luke 12:13-32 “And Then?” BY: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A young man and an older man were having a conversation about the future. The young man said, “I’m gonna learn a trade.” “And then?” asked the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Three Strikes, You're Out! Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 13,304 views

    Israel missed each opportunity God gave them. Each time Amos interceded, God held off on afflicting them. Finally, He had enough—He afflicted them with almost complete destruction. God is faithful to respond to the intercessory prayers of His people.

    1. The first pitch was a fastball of grace. 2. The second pitch was a fastball of mercy. 3. The third pitch was a changeup of affliction. AMOS 7:1-9 I think everybody here knows how much I enjoy sports. Mostly football, but I like other sports too. I like watching NASCAR. I’m a frustrated ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Only Thing That Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2014
     | 5,478 views

    If we try to be justified by keeping the Law, we’ve abandoned grace as our means of salvation. And having been set free, liberated by Christ, what will we do with our freedom? Jesus grants us an opportunity to live and love like never before!

    Introduction: According to news reports, criminal gangs have tried to infiltrate the ranks of Scotland's police force, to obtain information and undermine law enforcement. You can just imagine the awful consequences. Paul was also dealing with infiltrators--in the church--people who insisted ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational