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    Bad Religion SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 24, 2023
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     | 816 views

    An exposition on Matthew 23:1-25. Christianity is not about making converts to dogma but making converts to love.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves on the precipice of a journey, a journey that will take us through the winding roads of faith, the valleys of doubt, and the mountains of revelation. We are here to embark on a pilgrimage through the ...read more

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    From The Inside Out Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 23, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,881 views

    You might be a “modern day Pharisee” if you work harder at looking good than being good

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part-Time Christians

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 7, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,113 views

    We are either born-again, or we are not; there is no in-between.

    Part-time Christians November 6, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are either born-again, or we are not; there is no in-between. Focus Passage: Matthew 23:23-28 Supplemental Passage: But realize this, that in the last days difficult times will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of Half-Hearted Service Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 23, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,810 views

    A continuation of the service from the book of Malachi

    The Fruit of Half-Hearted Service” Malachi 3:13-15 As we have made our journey through the book of Malachi, we have seen the Lord pile indictment upon indictment against the people. The nation of Israel has strayed far from God in both word and deed. Evil abounded in the land. Unbelief is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Miss The Main Point Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Donald Rapp on Apr 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,633 views

    What was the real purpose of the Transfiguration?

    Don’t Miss the Main Point Part 1 The Book of Mark Mark 9:1-13 I. We started last time to look at the Transfiguration of our Lord. A. This event took place at a very crucial time in the Lord’s ministry. 1. It is at the later end of His ministry. a) He is at or just over two years into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Never Give Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
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     | 2,734 views

    This sermon encourages believers to rely on God's love and grace for inward renewal and strength to endure life's trials, focusing on the promise of eternity.

    Welcome, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together in the warm embrace of our shared faith, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In our world today, we face many trials and tribulations, moments that test our faith, shake our resolve, and sometimes, leave us feeling weary and worn. ...read more

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    The Fatal Flaws Of Religion Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 29,022 views

    As we finish Romans 2 this morning, we’re going to learn that many believers today are “cheater Christians,” because they’re fooling themselves and others. Too many religious people have pretty packaging on the outside but have downsized the amount of sp

    The Fatal Flaws of Religion Romans 2:17-29 Rev. Brian Bill 6/25/06 I’ve been fascinated and frustrated about something for many years. Have you noticed how companies are shrinking the size of their products while keeping the packaging the same? The result is less product while the price stays ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Your Heart? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,096 views

    Explores the true nature of fasting, the importance of seeking eternal treasures, and understanding the significance of Lent practices in our Christian journey.

    Good morning, beloved family. Isn't it a beautiful day that the Lord has made? We're gathered here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has drawn us together to share in His Word and grow in our understanding of His divine ...read more

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    Giving Up Lent For Lent

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 23, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 81,127 views

    I am giving up Lent for Lent this year, at least the way the Church typically does Lent. Lord is not interested in what I give up for just 40 days and return to it. He is interested in me giving up the sins in my life which will make Easter more joyous

    TITLE: GIVING UP LENT FOR LENT SCRIPTURE: ST LUKE 9:22-24 / II CORINTHIANS 13:5-6 Although Easter is the most significant of the Christian holidays it does not enjoy the kind of enthusiastic fanfare afforded Christmas or even Thanksgiving. Lent is a forty-day period before Easter. It begins on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Is Beautiful

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 9, 2006
    based on 23 ratings
     | 19,908 views

    Life is beautiful, life is short, enjoy the beautiful life God has given you.

    INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 How many times do we let things cause us to focus in on the difficult times of life? We see war, murder, theft, and other bad things along with job uncertainties, families falling apart among other things. There is so much going on around us that is ugly it can be hard at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Worship The Lord With Truth And Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 31, 2025
     | 338 views

    Samaritan women offered an argument about places of worship, Jesus didn’t take the bait. Jesus was more interested in winning her soul than in winning an argument with Her. Worship in spirit and truth is important.

    AMC, 27.07.2025 Text: John 4:20-24 Theme: Worship in Spirit and Truth Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction: According to every confession, creed, and catechism coming out of the Protestant Reformation, the purpose of man, or the chief end of man, is to glorify ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Worship God Seeks

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jul 18, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,887 views

    This message examines the worship and worshipers that God is seeking.

    Worship That God Seeks John 4:19-24 I. God Is Seeking Worship Focused on Him (v. 23b) A. Some Focus on Other People 1. Due to Unresolved Conflict (Matt. 5:23-24) - If we are at odds with another brother or sister in Christ then we need to go to them and try and settle the matter. - Until we deal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Does Revival Begin? Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 29, 2021
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     | 3,499 views

    Where does revival begin? Purpose: Let’s understand that revival begins on the inside. Plan: Let’s discuss revival in Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23.

    Prelude Where does revival begin? Purpose: Let’s understand that revival begins on the inside. Plan: Let’s discuss revival in Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23. Traditions without Heart (Mark 7:1-4) Mark 7:1 One day some Pharisees and teachers of religious law arrived from Jerusalem to see Jesus. 2 They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping The Sabbath

    Contributed by Pete Nachtigall on Aug 23, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,101 views

    A mandate that truly benefits the Church

    The Sabbath The Sabbath is first mentioned in Genesis 2:1-3. God rested from His work. Was God tired? I don’t believe that He was tired. He made a conscious decision to cease His labor. So why did He institute this? The Law, OT, and the Sabbath Exodus 20:8-11 The big ten. Vs 8 – “Sabbath” means ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Tips From The Truth Thru Testimony Series

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009
     | 2,514 views

    Principles of testimony

    Tips from the Truth for Testimony [Part II] When the Lord Jesus Christ made his special trip across the Lake of Galilee into Gentile territory, He was making one of the most significant moves of His three and one half year ministry, because, as soon as He accomplished this one thing, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible