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    The Proof Of Effective Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 9, 2018
     | 4,420 views

    Paul declares that the proof of his ministry is the changed lives of the Corinthians. Do we focus on that today?

    THE GOAL OF EFFECTIVE MINISTRY: The goal is not empire building, but changed lives. - 2 Corinthians 3:1-3. - v. 1 – they were the letters of recommendation. - v. 2 – “You yourselves are our letter . . .” - v. 3 – “. . . you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry . . . ” - v. 3 – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eternal Inheritance Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jul 4, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,000 views

    An encouraging sermon that enables a person to focus on the eternal inheritance while facing difficulties and trials in this world.

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured An encouraging sermon that enables a person to focus on the eternal inheritance ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unreligious Series

    Contributed by West Garner on Jul 8, 2019
     | 4,397 views

    As we walk through Romans Paul turns his focus to systematically deconstructing the religious system.

    THE BEST SUMMER EVER UNJUDGED OUTLINE THE BEST SUMMER EVER UNJUDGED 1 Therefore you are inexcusable, O man, whoever you are who judge, for in whatever you judge another you condemn yourself; for you who judge practice the same things. 2 But we know that the judgment of God is according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trusting God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 15, 2019
     | 11,177 views

    We become more thankful when we focus on God and not on what is happening with other people.

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Over the past couple of weeks, we have been examining the topic of being thankful. • God created us to be thankful, and being thankful makes us appreciate the life and blessings that God has given to us. • One of the things that can get in the way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Blessing In A Persecuting World

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 13, 2022
     | 2,084 views

    A sermon about the blessings and woes found in the Sermon on the Plain, with particular focus on the persecution of Christians today.

    The Sixth Sunday After Epiphany February 13, 2022 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Luke 6: 17-26 Finding Blessing in a Persecuting World In our gospel lesson, Jesus says to us today, Vv. 22-23 “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you and revile you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Allowing Darkness In?

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 23, 2012
     | 7,093 views

    Do we focus on godly things or do we allow darkness to creep into our lives?

    Many of you know the tragedy that happened early Friday morning when a 24 year old man went on a shooting spree in a theater full of people watching the opening of the Batman movie. 12 innocent people were killed and many were injured including many children! We get shocked of course from these ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fullness And Limitation, Time And Space Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 18, 2017
     | 3,777 views

    we must focus on the efforts we need to make to improve our imaging of Jesus and Mary.

    Thursday of Seventh Week in Course Joy of the Gospel We continue in the season which the Extraordinary Form calendar still calls Septuagesima, or the seventy days before Easter. The penitential season of Lent begins on March 1, and we must focus on the efforts we need to make to improve our ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Leave It All On The Field Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016
     | 5,418 views

    The focus of worship is God and what He wants. This sermon drives that point home to end this series.

    I hope this series on worship has been helpful over the past month. At least it may have helped put you in the mood for football season! I’ve been pretty upfront about the goal here – to get us out of the armchair, and onto the field – not on Thanksgiving afternoon, necessarily, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Running The Christian Race

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 582 views

    The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a focus on the prize that lies ahead.

    RUNNING THE CHRISTIAN RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Galatians 5:7, James 1:12 INTRODUCTION The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fearless Giving Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 3, 2023
     | 1,338 views

    The first sermon in a 4-part stewardship series. This week's focus is on earth stewardship.

    October 1, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Stewardship Sermon – Week One Genesis 1:24-31; Matthew 6:25-34 Fearless Living Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Fall is such a beautiful season in our region of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Celebrate With The Shepherds & Angels Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,472 views

    Based on Luke 2:8-20 - Encourages hearers to focus on the magnificence of seeing Jesus as Christmas.

    “CELEBRATE WITH THE SHEPHERDS & ANGELS” Luke 2:8-20 FBCF – 12/17/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – We’re getting pretty good at this “Come Celebrate Jesus!” thing around here! - Last Sunday night – “His Name Shall Be Praised” – Adult choir – children’s choir – packed house here in sanctuary – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Set Your Mind On Things Above Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,257 views

    Based on Colossians 3:1-4 - Encourages hearers to focus & concentrate on heavenly realities.

    “SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS ABOVE” Col. 3:1-4 FBCF – 8/4/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Olympics – Women’s 10 mm air rifle competition – Bullseye the size of a period in size 12 font – shooting from 33 feet away – South Korea’s Ban Hyo-Jin won gold by 1/10 of a point over a shooter from China. US shooter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Path Through The Sea.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 16, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,815 views

    The focus of the passage before us is the mighty victory that the LORD wrought against Israel’s pursuers.

    A PATH THROUGH THE SEA. Exodus 14:19-31. EXODUS 14:19a. The “Angel of God” removed Himself from ‘going before’ the people and “went behind them.” We see here, and in other places where the Angel is mentioned, that the Angel is a distinct divine personality, and yet is at one with the LORD. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Peace In Jesus' Plan SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 991 views

    Jesus calls us to focus on His peace, His place, His promises and His plan.

    In this sermon, we will explore the four truths that Jesus imparts to His disciples in John 14. These truths are essential for us to trust in as well, as they provide us with peace, assurance, and hope in our journey of faith. Jesus begins by addressing the troubled hearts of His disciples. He ...read more

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    We Are Transformed Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,489 views

    Our thoughts, actions, and words are transformed as we surrender to Christ and focus on living with an eternal perspective.

    Today, we're gonna talk about how following Jesus can totally change our lives. It's not just about getting into heaven, but it's also about how we live right now. God wants us to be transformed every day, so we can help others know Jesus too. So, let's dive in and see what the Bible says about ...read more

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