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    It's Yours PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 648 views

    Explores the power of prayer, encouraging persistence in prayer and trust in God's promises.

    Friends, brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the banner of faith, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We come to this sacred space from all walks of life, carrying the burdens of our hearts, the joys of our souls, and the questions of our minds. We come seeking comfort, ...read more

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    The Midnight Cry PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,900 views

    Emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness, perseverance, and wisdom in anticipation of the Lord's return.

    Beloved friends, it is with a heart full of joy and a spirit brimming with anticipation that I welcome you all to this blessed gathering today. We are here, not by mere chance, but by divine appointment. We are here, not just to listen, but to lean in, to learn, and to live out the truths that God ...read more

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    Chasing Wisdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 729 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking divine guidance, finding wisdom in God's Word, and surrendering our decisions to God's will.

    Warm greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is truly a joy to gather with you all today, in this sacred space where we can bask in the presence of our mighty God. As we come together, let's remember that we are not here by coincidence, but by divine appointment. In the grand tapestry of life, our ...read more

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    Women Went First PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,360 views

    This sermon explores the courage, faith, and witness of the women at Jesus' tomb, encouraging us to emulate their unwavering belief in God's power and love.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I hope this day finds you in good health and high spirits, for we are gathered here in the house of the Lord, not just as a congregation, but as a family. We are here to share in the joy of His word, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His ...read more

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    Sacrificial Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 970 views

    This sermon explores the depth of Christ's love, our need for it, and how this love should shape our lives and interactions with others.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I trust you are all well and feeling the warmth of God's love surrounding you this day. Today, we find ourselves on the precipice of profound spiritual discovery, standing at the threshold of understanding a deeper truth about the love of Christ, our connection ...read more

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    How To Live Through A Bad Day PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 909 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' surrender and trust in God during suffering, encouraging believers to emulate His example in their own struggles and trials.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our Savior's love, basking in the warmth of His grace, and standing firm in the truth of His word. We come together, not as separate individuals, but as one body, united in Christ, ready to feast on the ...read more

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    God Is Bigger Than Our Dreams

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 150 ratings
     | 20,397 views

    Learn how to dream for the sake of the Kingdom of God

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! God Is Bigger Than Our Dreams! Pastor Jerry C. Vargo I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Three Important Words

    Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 18,027 views

    Today there are three more important words – words of urgency – and they are “LOOKING UNTO JESUS.” They are words of salvation. They are words of encouragement. They are words of direction. They are words for daily living. So let me ask you, “Who are

    Introduction What power just a few simple words have. Many years ago, the Grand Trunk Railroad sponsored a contest for a phrase to put on a sign at a railroad crossing. Many entries were sent in, as there was a $2,500.00 prize for the winning entry. There were various phrases, some long, some ...read more

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    Great Expectations

    Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Dec 29, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,734 views

    This is a New Year’s message from Isaiah 54:1-3.

    Great Expectations Isaiah 54:1-8 This sermon has been written using an outline from Colin Coombs. I added my own to it as well. Sincerely, Steve Boldin Two hunters got a pilot to fly them into the far north for elk hunting. They were quite successful in their venture and bagged six big bucks. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pay Attention Series

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 13,258 views

    The writer encourages us to give “earnest heed to the things we have heard.” Or as the NIV puts it, “Pay more careful attention therefore to what we have heard.” As I examine this passage, I find at least three reasons why we should pay careful attentio

    PAY ATTENTION Hebrews 2:1-4 “Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away.” Pay attention! Teachers, how many times have you had to say this to your students? You are teaching something they need to know but their minds are somewhere else. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nine Fruits: Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Oct 28, 2015
     | 3,950 views

    A series on the Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness

    Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Introduction: Gentleness, the KJV word is of course, Meekness I think Gentleness is an easier word for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Jesus Said About God's Sovereignty Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Feb 4, 2009
     | 3,695 views

    Who is in control of your life really? This message encouraged us to ask that question daily.

    “Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Sovereignty” Michael Wiley February 01, 2009 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction: Several men of The Vine went out bowling last night up in McHenry. It didn’t take us long to find out who the experienced bowlers were and who the not-so-experienced ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Take Courage

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,265 views

    Jehoshaphat put God’s Kingdom in greater Spiritual order than at any time since Solomon. To ensure this order, he set “judges” in place and gave them principles to rule by: 1. Accountability to God (vs.6) 2. Integrity and honesty (vs.7) 3. Loyalty to God

    Take Courage Text: 2 Chronicles 19:11b... Take courage as you fulfill your duties, and may the Lord be with those who do what is right.” Jehoshaphat faces possible death that was diverted by God, he’s rebuked because of his alliances. Vs.2 of II Chronicles 19 say’s, And Jehu ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Is For ...

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 2, 2024
     | 405 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, Year C

    December 1, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 21:25-36 A Is For … Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our themes for today all center around the letter A. The first A is for Advent. There are four Sundays in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    No Response

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Dec 26, 2023
     | 1,135 views

    Sometimes for the greater good we need to bite our tongue. This is never easy when we feel we've been berated.

    No Response By: Joe Mack Cherry I. Human Nature A. Why is it so hard to keep our mouths shut? 1. Jas. 1:26 – “If any man think of himself to be religious, while he bridleth not his tongue but deceiveth his heart, this man’s religion is vain.” 2. Jas. 3:8 – “No human being can tame ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ