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    Refresh Your Mind PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,015 views

    This sermon encourages spiritual growth and reflection through understanding Jesus' early wisdom and teachings as depicted in the Gospel of Luke.

    Welcome, beloved family of God, to this sacred gathering where we come together in unity and love to break bread, share fellowship, and immerse ourselves in the life-giving Word of God. In the midst of our daily hustle and bustle, we often forget the importance of pausing, reflecting, and ...read more

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    Four Characteristics Of A Strong Human Spirit Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,426 views

    In order to care properly for our spirit, we must know what qualities a well-maintained human spirit should have. In this message, we process what condition the believer's spirit should be in so that the person fulfills God's will for his or her life.

    Intro My objective for the next two messages is to instruct you on how to care for your spirit. Much is said about caring for your body. We need to eat right and exercise regularly if we want a strong, healthy body. Most of us know something about that, even if we don’t do what we know to do. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Worship And Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 25, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 872 views

    This sermon explores how the early church's commitment to passionate prayer, purposeful worship, and persistent fellowship can guide and inspire our faith community today.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together, bound by our shared love for the Lord, and today, we find ourselves on familiar ground. We are returning to the book of Acts, to a passage that vividly paints the picture of an early church that was vibrant, ...read more

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    Kiss The Son Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 25, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,667 views

    Don’t listen to the voice of rebellion. Instead, listen to the Father’s voice of rebuke, the Son’s voice of resolve, and the Spirit’s voice of reason: Jesus is King. Worship, honor, and trust Him.

    S. I. McMillen, in his book None of These Diseases, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, “Are you a leader?” Being both honest and conscientious, she wrote, “No,” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Time Will Come

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2013
     | 5,367 views

    To show that in the last days, if we don't preach GOD's Words, (a) people will no longer listen to the Truth, (b) they will follow their evil desires instead, (c) they will gather teachers that will only say what they want, and (d) they will listen to fab

    I. EXORDIUM: Is it your time? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that in the last days, if we don't preach GOD's Words, (a) people will no longer listen to the Truth, (b) they will follow their evil desires instead, (c) they will gather teachers that will only say what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When God Speaks - Hear The Full Story It Is Great

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 24, 2022
     | 1,774 views

    As we engage with and listen to God, there are major blessings in listening to the full story God has for us. In this sermon we explore how the full story of God is not just guidelines and rules but it ultimately means Good News is part of our life.

    Opening Text “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”  Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cause Of The Kingdom

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,777 views

    • This week I want to talk with you about having a cause for the Kingdom. • All across the world, each week, Christians gather at traditional church services. However, many have become passive about advancing the Kingdom of God. • There is a cause for

    Introduction • This week I want to talk with you about having a cause for the Kingdom. • All across the world, each week, Christians gather at traditional church services. However, many have become passive about advancing the Kingdom of God. • There is a cause for our salvation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Got To Grow! Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 18, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,367 views

    Devotions are available in plenty these days, the inbox is overflowing with spiritual teachings; however, what matters is what nourishment has it brought into your life? Are you listening?

    Grow … truly grow …Part 1 2 Thessalonians 1:3 “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other..” I do receive plenty of rave reviews for my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hearing Your Shepherd?s Voice Series

    Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Jul 21, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 13,918 views

    Does God Still speak today? Absolutely! Here are some way of developing the art of listening.

    TITLE: Hearing Your Shepherd?s Voice 072103c TEXT: John 10:25-27 Jesus said: I tell you for certain that only thieves and robbers climb over the fence instead of going in through the gate to the sheep pen. 2-3But the gatekeeper opens the gate for the shepherd, and he goes in through it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Access Denied

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Apr 3, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,272 views

    When God speaks, He expects us to listen. If we don’t,there will be consequences.

    This isn’t a message where there will be a lot of shouting. Paul said in order to present every man perfect in Christ, you have to do two things: 1. WARN 2. TEACH As children, we don’t usually mind getting taught by our parents. We definitely don’t like warnings. Warnings save our lives. People ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dishonouring Jesus

    Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 251 ratings
     | 27,622 views

    Have you ever made a serious misjudgment about something or someone? Listen to some of these misjudgments.

    Have you ever made a serious misjudgment about something or someone? Listen to some of these misjudgments. I think there is a world market for maybe five computers. Thomas Watson, IBM Chairman, 1943 There is no reason that anyone would want a computer in their home. Ken Olson, President, Digital ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Promises Of Wisdom

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,329 views

    The wisdom of God contains promises for living life to its fullest if we will but listen and follow in obedience.

    The Promises of Wisdom Proverbs 2:1-22 We live in a day when popular opinion says that “promises are made to be broken.” We continue to make promises, but they are broken every day. The reason that this has come about is because we are fallible human beings, sin has corrupted us at our core, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The "If" In God's Blessings Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 26, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,819 views

    If we listen carefully to God’s voice and do what He says, He will bless.

    The “If” In God’s Blessing Ex. 15:26 INTRO.: Context. The Lord had led Israel out of Egypt with a mighty hand. They were days away from slavery. Now Moses delivers God’s promise of blessing, and it is conditioned on Israel’s obedience. There’s a big “if.” Let’s look at the conditions under which ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Practicing The Blessed Hope

    Contributed by Larry Kettle on Dec 13, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,644 views

    This is a sermon that is meant to make the listener think about their biblical responsibility to actively look for Christ to come.

    “Practicing the Blessed Hope” 1 Thessalonians 4 Introduction A. What is the value of hope? 1. Hope cannot be imprisoned by maximum security. 2. Hope cannot be invalidated by propaganda. 3. Hope is only invigorated by persecution. 4. The value of hope has been measured in the eyes of martyrs, in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living Water

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 18,191 views

    This sermon invites those listening to partake of the Living Water that Jesus provides through the Holy Spirit.

    A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later... “Da-ad...” “What?” “I’m thirsty. Can you bring drink of water?” “No. You had your chance. Lights out.” Five minutes later: “Da-aaaad...” “WHAT?” “I’m THIRSTY. Can I have a drink of water?” “I told you NO!” If you ask again, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness