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  • Brian Barrett avatar

    A.n.c.h.o.r.e.d In Jesus

    Contributed by Brian Barrett on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,903 views

    A simple and very open outline that will encourage and strengthen your congregations hope and faith in Jesus.

    A.N.C.H.O.R.E.D. IN JESUS Heb 6:19 Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil; INTRO: We live in a time that Paul in 2 Tim. 3:1 described as being dangerous saying, "In the last days perilous times shall come". We live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Hope Seems Dashed Series

    Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015
     | 8,418 views

    It describes how the life of Elisha is applicable to us

    2 Kings 4: 8 - 36- the sixth sermon on the life of Elisha Below is the outline of the sermon, I preached on 17 March 2012 at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey: Introduction Elisha moved on from miracle of the sufficiency of the widow’s oil Now he is in Shunam – 5 miles from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Between Two Worlds

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 1, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,363 views

    The values, priorities, and expectations of the kingdoms of this world are completely at odds with the values, priorities, and expectations of the Kingdom of God. Conflict is inevitable.

    During his last night with his disciples, before his arrest, Jesus concluded his teaching with these words: “I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) In his Second Letter to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Restoration PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 932 views

    Encourages perseverance in faith, seeking God's guidance in adversity, and trusting in His promise of restoration.

    Beloved in Christ, welcome! Here we are, gathered once more in the warm embrace of our shared faith, united by the ineffable love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We come together today, not as separate individuals, but as a collective body of Christ, a family bound by the divine love that ...read more

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    Stressing Out?

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 9, 2007
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     | 3,970 views

    Every person under the sun – from the young to the old, those with little or much – each live with stress each day of their lives. Are you able to identify - and more importantly - deal with the stress that come your way?

    Stressing Out? Theme: Learning to lean on God and His word when faced with stressful times. INTRODUCTION A. David – after Saul knew God was going to make him king – was in great distress as his enemies sought his life. 1. For a period in his life he lived constantly and wearily fleeing from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    David: Strength For The Cave Season

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 16, 2025
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    David didn’t remain in the cave; he drew strength from God, built alliances, wrote psalms, and prepared for greater responsibility. What you do in your cave season determines how you emerge when the season changes.

    DAVID: STRENGTH FOR THE CAVE SEASON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 "David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. And every one that was in distress, and every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    More Than Conquerors

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 29, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,523 views

    God has saved us to be so much more than just pew sitters and church attenders.

    More than Conquerors November 27, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God has saved us to be so much more than just pew sitters and church attenders. Focus Passage: Romans 8:31-39 Supplemental Passage: You are from God, little children, and have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Help Those Who Hurt Series

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,727 views

    The second in a series of three sermons dealing with the hurts in life and how God expects us to handle them.

    Driving through Texas, a New Yorker collided with a truck carrying a horse. A few months later he tried to collect damages for his injuries. "How can you now claim to have all these injuries?" asked the insurance company’s lawyer. "According to the police report, at the time you said you were not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Believe In God The Father Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,366 views

    The Apostles’ Creed has been Christianity’s statement of faith for over 1,600 years. What do we mean when we say these words and how do these beliefs impact our lives today.

    Psalm 46:1-11 “I Believe in God Almighty” INITRODUCTION The Apostles’ Creed is one of the oldest statements of faith in the Christian Church. We can find traces of it back to the second century and have record of its use in its present form by 450 AD. This creed expresses what we believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Are You Religious? (Part Three) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 23, 2017
     | 5,441 views

    What does it mean to become polluted by the world? To be polluted means our thinking and behaviors are of the world. We are subscribing to its philosophies and ideals. We are liviing in accordance with the sinful nature. So how do we become unpolluted?

    ARE YOU RELGIOUS (part three) Recap: Last week we looked at the beginning of James 1:27, "Religion as God the Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress." We looked at why orphans and widows and it's because these are among the most vulnerable, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When The Journey Gets Too Much

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jul 26, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,622 views

    This sermon is based on Elijah’s wilderness experience from 1 Kings 19 and is for those who are weary in their christian journey, It covers Circumstances or Christ, Christ in the Circumstances and Christ of the Circumstances.

    When the Journey Gets too Much 1 Kings 19:1-18 What do we do when the journey gets too much? When we find our faith lacking our spirits weary, when we just can’t go on anymore and want to give up! Why does this happen? How do we return the victorious life? The answers are found in Elijah’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cheer In A Cheerless World

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 11, 2014
     | 4,644 views

    The world has joy and happiness directly proportional to circumstances. Real true joy is not dependent on things but rather on the person of Jesus Christ

    BAD NEWS TODAY Vilolence & death around the world Ukraine/ Russia & Crimea Warfare death of innocents MH17 Nigeria Boko Haram size towns & children W. Africa Ebola epidemic out of control Israel/Gaza - Hamas keeps rejecting cease-fire Iraq Isis murder & butchery Hurricanes & tornadoes Flooding & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    All That Christ Has Received From The Father

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
     | 1,815 views

    ALL THAT CHRIST HAS RECEIVED FROM THE FATHER HE HAS GRACIOUSLY GIVEN TO US Introd: (This would make a nice children's sermon for Christmas.

    ALL THAT CHRIST HAS RECEIVED FROM THE FATHER HE HAS GRACIOUSLY GIVEN TO US Introd: (This would make a nice children's sermon for Christmas. Have packages wrapped with a card inside with each of these gifts.) I. GIFTS GOD HAS GIVEN TO CHRIST A. AUTHORITY over all men (17:2) B. THE ELECT ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons From Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,956 views

    Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding.

    "Building Spiritual Foundations: Lessons from Nehemiah" Today, we embark on a journey through the Book of Nehemiah, a powerful story of leadership, faith, and rebuilding. As always, we turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to guide us. 1. Nehemiah's Burden for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    King David’s Theme Song Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,437 views

    We will look at King David’s Theme song. This song has extremely high praise of God and is filled with metaphors. Some of the metaphors describe God as, a Rock, a Fortress, deliverer, refuge, shield, salvation, strength and lamp.

    You probably can sing a television theme song, and someone could name that tune right away. The theme song identifies the show. Even when the older shows are gone their theme song live on. If any of us sang Gilligan’s Island or Beverly Hillbillies, then the rest of us could sing along. Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist