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    Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,007 views

    Explore the nature, fruit, and power of true faith, emphasizing that it is a deliberate confidence in God's character, even when His ways are not understood, and it is essential for pleasing God, producing spiritual fruit, and living righteously.

    Good morning, folks! It's a joy to see all of you here today. We're diving into some of the most potent verses in the New Testament. We're talking faith – true faith. Not just any kind of faith, but the faith that moves mountains, the faith that transforms lives, the faith that births the very ...read more

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    The Great Commission PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,015 views

    Understand and embrace the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20, which calls believers to make disciples of all nations, with the assurance that God is always with us in this ongoing journey.

    Good morning, family! We're about to embark on an exciting journey through one of the most impactful passages of scripture in the Bible. It's found in Matthew 28:16-20, known as 'The Great Commission.' It's a call to action for all believers and a promise we can cling to in our walk with Christ. As ...read more

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    Inspiration By Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023
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     | 893 views

    To understand and embrace Jesus as the "Bread of Life," the spiritual sustenance that truly satisfies and sustains us, and to live our lives in faith in Him.

    Good morning, church family. I'm excited to share a message with you today from the gospel of John, where Jesus gives us a beautiful metaphor that's as relevant today as it was over 2,000 years ago. He calls Himself "The Bread of Life." Now, I know we all love a good loaf of bread, but Jesus isn't ...read more

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    Immovable PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,890 views

    Encourage believers to stand firm in their faith, fully commit to serving God, and find assurance in the fact that their efforts for the Lord are never in vain.

    Good morning, church family. It's always a blessing to gather together in God's house. Today, we're diving into 1 Corinthians 15:58, where Paul writes, "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know ...read more

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    Rejoicing In The Resilience Of The Remnant PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024
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     | 845 views

    Encourages believers to remain steadfast in faith, find joy amidst trials, and persevere for spiritual victory, embodying God's chosen remnant in today's world.

    Good morning, dear friends! Gathered here today, we find ourselves in the warm embrace of fellowship, the comforting cradle of our shared faith, and the soothing balm of God's love. As we prepare to break bread and share in the Word of God, let us remember that we are not just individuals standing ...read more

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    Causes Of Churches Feuding, Fighting And Fussing. Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005
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     | 5,505 views

    Do churches have people feuds, fights and fusses? Well I can speak personally about Baptist Churches. James suggest the cause Centers in pleasures, partnerships, and a lack of prayer.

    Causes of Churches Feuding, Fighting and Fussing. James 4:1-5 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES4-1.WPD (1} What is the source of quarrels and conflicts among you? Is not the source your pleasures that wage war in your members? {2} You lust and do not have; so you commit murder. And you are ...read more

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    The Basics Of Being A Consecrated Believer

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,196 views

    In the midst of civil and religious ruin, harsh living conditions and spiritual apathy Ezra is used by God to revive Israel as he demonstrates the basics of being a consecrated believer.

    THE BASICS OF BEING A CONSECRATED BELIEVER Ezra 7:6-10 EZRA 7:10 For Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the LORD, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and judgments. Introduction: The Israelites returned to Jerusalem after having been taken into Babylonian captivity for 70 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Worth In God Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 4, 2004
    based on 92 ratings
     | 8,988 views

    When we are down-in-the-dumps, God reminds us of and affirms our true worth.

    Sermon for Baptism Of Our Lord Year C, 11/01/2004 Based on Isa 43:1-7 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta Sometimes I feel as if there should be a law against January. You know, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christian Wedding

    Contributed by Kelly Fellows on May 23, 2006
    based on 174 ratings
     | 92,750 views

    A basic wedding ceremony for a Christian couple.

    1.Opening Bride and Groom I get to say what Ben & everyone is thinking – WOW! Today ______ & ______ are on the threshold of the closest relationship that can exist between a man and woman . . . marriage – the first and most important institution that was created by God himself at the beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Turning The Hearts Of The Fathers

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,442 views

    We need fathers to take on the spiritual leadership in the home.

    Title: Making the Most of Our Relationship Lesson 6 “Turning the Hearts of the Fathers” Text: Luke 1:11-17 Introduction: READ EXCERPTS FROM “HEART OF THE WARRIOR, A BATTLE PLAN FOR FATHERS TO RECLAIM THEIR FAMILIES.” Beginning at page 97 -- Would you agree that Satan is attacking our homes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Teach The Gospel

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Sep 16, 2012
     | 3,058 views

    Christians aren't called to teach to the world, because the world is essentially unteachable. However, we can reach the world through our witness, the authentic living of a Christ-like life.

    Who here is a teacher? St. James tells us, “Not many of you should presume to be teachers…because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly” (Jas. 3:1). Who presumes to be one? Anyone want to be judged? Nodody? Well, I guess that, to escape any additional judgment ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    This Is The Season For A Hallelujah Praise

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 13,244 views

    This sermon is one of praise and thanksgiving for the birth of Jesus the Christ for our salvation.

    Introduction: This is the season where many people are into shopping and buying gifts for loved ones, co-workers, and children. Little do they realize the true meaning and the significance of this season. For some it’s the man in the red suit with a sleigh and eight reindeer shouting Ho! Ho! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Prosper Or Not To Prosper (Part1) Series

    Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,607 views

    Does God really want His people prosper or just barely get by?

    Intoduction This is really a big debate in this particular topic of ‘Prosperity’ Does God really want His people prosper or just barely get by? There are many critics of this so called prosperity teaching but what does the word of God really says about this? Just recently, I posted this in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Properties Of Prayer

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,878 views

    This message details four properties of prayer that make it so important in the life of the Christian with reference to one’s relationship with God.

    The Properties Of Prayer Text: I Thess.5: 17 Intro: Though the Christian practice of prayer is possessed of certain qualities and characteristics that make it an act of worship toward God, I don’t want us to be misled by the title of this message. When I refer to the properties of prayer, I do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Diligent Servant

    Contributed by James Snyder on Jul 15, 2013
     | 10,877 views

    If I am going to be faithful to the Lord in my service, I must be adequately prepared and the preparation is my responsibility.

    Everybody in the world has been fascinated by the court case here in Florida. The whole world is focused upon this case anxiously awaiting the outcome. The attorneys on both sides have laid out their case for the jury to make a decision. You can be sure that the lawyers on both sides vigorously ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance