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    Walking By The Spirit

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010
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     | 12,157 views

    Walking under the guidance of God's Spirit is the only sure way to be successful in God's work.

    WALKING BY THE SPIRIT GALATIANS 5:16-25 INTRODUCTION Doctors continually tell us how important it is that we get exercise. We are told that we need about thirty minutes each day. There are different types of exercise we can do to stimulate different parts of our body. There are numerous exercise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace, The Church And Society

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 3, 2015
     | 2,923 views

    God will deal with the evil people of this world who do not repent and turn from their evil ways. We as members of the church are not to judge but are to be shepherds of the sheep, seekers of the lost, friends of sinners, the poor and broken-hearted.

    “You have heard it said of old, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth, but I say unto you; do not resist the evil person. If he strikes you on the left, turn to him on the right”. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5 verses 38-39 not to contribute to further violence by retribution, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Fruit Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 8, 2014
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     | 35,978 views

    The Holy Spirit is at work producing fruit in the life of believers.

    (NOTE: This series is based on the book Living in the Spirit by Dr. George Wood, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God). Introduction As we get to know the person, presence and power of the Holy Spirit there will be a natural by-product: fruit. What does that mean? Simply this: as you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon Iv - Series Loving People Into The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by James Webster on Feb 25, 2014
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    Sermon IV on the Series of Loving People into the Kingdom, Don't Just Go to Church Be the Church

    CATLETTSBURG SOUTHSIDE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE AM MESSAGE SUNDAY- FEBRUARY 23, 2014 SERIES: “LOVING PEOPLE INTO THE KINGDOM” SERMON IV TEXT: LUKE 10:17-21a OPENING STATEMENT This is the last Sunday in a series that we have been preaching through the month of February about ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Principle Of The Golden Rule Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 16, 2022
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     | 4,077 views

    Most are familiar with the Golden Rule. Bible skeptics argue there is nothing special about Jesus' teaching on this principle. His teaching, however, is unique and much different than the worldly views.

    The Principle of the Golden Rule Matthew 7:12 We come to a statement our Lord made while preaching the Sermon on the Mount that we are all familiar. No doubt each of us has heard this principle as long as we can remember. The Bible skeptic would argue there is nothing special about our Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fourteenth Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 16, 2025
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     | 310 views

    Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

    Psalm 118:1-9, 2 Kings 5:9-16, Galatians 5:16-24, Luke 17:11-19. A). THE EVERLASTING MERCY OF THE LORD. Psalm 118:1-9. Our Psalm today begins, “O give thanks unto the LORD; for He is good” (PSALM 118:1a). Notice that it is not that ‘He has been good to me.’ But rather that He is “good” within ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    My Home, A Lighthouse

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 17, 2024
     | 1,136 views

    A sermon on how fathers need to lead their home to love God and obey His Word.

    Malachi four is a prophetic passage, speaking about the Messiah, the Lord Jesus Christ. The prophet speaks of both the 1st and 2nd comings of Jesus. We find reference to the first coming of Christ in verse 5, for example, with the mention of Elijah coming before the Messiah arrives. Jesus tells us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blood Church Warning

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 9, 2024
     | 673 views

    Families that use biology to determine membership should realize by now that they wrote their epitaph. We need to create a SPIRITUAL family, not a biological family.

    The Blood Church Warning Luke 3:23-38 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H Koplitz Luke 3:23 aWhen He began His ministry, Jesus Himself was about thirty years of age, being, as was supposed, the son of Joseph, the son of Eli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Faith To See PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,526 views

    To explore the transformative power of faith, courage, and the decision to follow Christ, as demonstrated in the encounter between Jesus and Bartimaeus. Key

    Good morning, dear friends! It is indeed a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to lift our voices in praise, to bow our hearts in prayer, and to open our minds to the wisdom found in His holy Word. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in a passage from the Gospel of Mark, a moment ...read more

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    Love: What The World Needs Now PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
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     | 1,010 views

    This sermon explores the nature of divine love as described in Corinthians, and how we can embody and share this transformative love in our lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word, and to let His love fill our hearts. Today, we turn our hearts and minds towards one of the most profound, powerful, and pivotal passages in the Holy Scriptures. A passage that ...read more

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    Shrink Resistant PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,210 views

    Encourages Christians to remain faithful, find hope in adversity, and honor God through perseverance, guided by Jesus Christ, our High Priest.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I warmly welcome you all to this blessed gathering, where we come together as one family, united by our faith, to seek wisdom and understanding from the Word of God. Today, we are going to open our hearts and minds to a passage from the book of ...read more

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    Now Faith Is PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,107 views

    Explores the concept of faith as both belief and obedience, emphasizing the role of hope in Christ in strengthening and shaping our faith.

    Good morning, folks! Can we all just take a moment to appreciate this beautiful day God has bestowed upon us? I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today, ready to open your hearts and minds to the Word of God. Today, we're going to chat about a topic that's near and dear to my heart - ...read more

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    In Season And Out Of Season PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,685 views

    Encourages believers to uphold and preach God's truth, stand against false teachings, and honor God in all aspects of life.

    Greetings, beloved family of God. It is indeed another wonderful day that the Lord has made, and as we gather together in His name, we are reminded of the unending grace and love that our Heavenly Father showers upon us. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment, to partake in the ...read more

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    From Darkness To Light PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,895 views

    Explores our transformation from darkness to light through Christ, the exposure of sinful acts, and the blessings of living in God's light.

    Good morning, family! It's another beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we're here to rejoice and be glad in it. Today, we're gonna get into a piece of Scripture that's gonna challenge us, encourage us, and hopefully, change us. Before we get to that, I want to share a quote with you from Gary ...read more

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    This Is No Time To Retreat PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,400 views

    This sermon explores how embracing the light of Christ can guide us through life's darkest moments and illuminate our path forward.

    Good morning, folks! It's a beautiful day to gather here, isn't it? It's always a blessing when we can come together as a community, sharing our faith, our hopes, and our struggles. Today, we're going to talk about something that touches every one of us, at one point or another. We're going to talk ...read more

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