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    Women Went First PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024
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     | 1,364 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
     | 978 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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    Beautiful Surrender PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 875 views

    Encourages believers to find strength in surrendering to God, echoing Jesus' submission and faith during His crucifixion.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today, blessed and humbled, to share with you a message that has been stirring in my heart. It's a message that is as timeless as the ages, as profound as the deepest ocean, and as vital as the air we breathe. Today, we gather to reflect on ...read more

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    Press On PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 897 views

    This sermon explores how trials reveal our true strength in Christ and promises triumph through faith and perseverance, not a life devoid of trials.

    Good morning, dear church family. It is a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in spirit and in truth. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a topic that is as timeless as it is timely. It's about the trials we face, the tribulations that test us, and the triumph ...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
     | 911 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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    Seeking God's Face Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 118 ratings
     | 24,145 views

    THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE

    BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: THE SECRET OF THE SEEKER -- How can he be so confident when the enemies are so terrible and the goodness of the Lord is nowhere to be seen? I. (:1-3) THE LORD IS THE ANSWER TO ALL MY FEARS (NO PANIC) A. (:1) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are You Status Quo Oriented Or Harvest Oriented?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,601 views

    Are You Status Quo Oriented or Harvest Oriented? Criteria for being more harvest oriented in all aspects of your ministry outlook

    Characteristics of Maintenance Minded People Characteristics of Harvest Oriented People (Matt 9:36-38) Pray to the Lord of the harvest to send forth workers into His harvest fields. Illustration:How Do You Look at It? A shoe manufacturer who decided to open the Congo market sent two salesmen to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lesson 3: What We Believe About God

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003
    based on 13 ratings
     | 1,391 views

    Series: Foundational Doctrines of the Faith

    A. THE NATURE OF GOD – TOWARD A DEFINITON OF GOD. 1. God is Spirit (John 4:24). a. The word "spirit" means incorporeal being. b. Spirit means life. 2. God is person. a. Self-awareness (Ex. 3:14). b. Self-determination (Job 23:13). c. Intelligence (Gen. 18:19). d. Emotion (Ex. 3:7-8). e. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoring People - The Tithe

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 177 ratings
     | 9,388 views

    The Biblical tithe is a prescription for the restoration of people.

    Tithing is not the art of raising money, it is the art of people raising! 1. READ verse 7 “you have not followed My prescriptions” 2. Malachi 3 was not just another approach to raise money... 3. IT WAS A BIBLICAL PRINCIPLE TO RAISE AND RESTORE PEOPLE!!!! 4. The priests were corrupt & the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Interdependence

    Contributed by John Melms on Jun 24, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,522 views

    Wedding sermon based on Proverbs 18:22 and 1st Cor. 11:11-12

    Proverbs 18:22; 1 Corinthians 11:11-12 Wedding Parents, family members, guests, and particularly to you Sarah and Charles – Peace and blessing from God our Father, and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: Sarah, Charles: You both have been a pleasant surprise to me. When I received the first call ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

    Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,480 views

    We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,612 views

    Paul learned how to adapt his communications to maximize its effects with the Athenians. We too should ask the Holy Spirit to direct our communications for its greatest results. The Spirit is able to empower, enable and influence the outcome of our commun

    CULTURALLY ADAPT YOUR COMMUNICATION Illustration: The Importance of Good Communications:Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don’t say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Enlargement

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 54,179 views

    Enlargement gives us agreater capacity for God, and brings consequent blessings.

    ENLARGEMENT Isaiah 54:1 - 5 "Sing, O barren woman, you who never bore a child; burst into song, shout for joy, you who were never in labour; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband," says the LORD. 2 "Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Reaching The Lost

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 10, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,150 views

    Salvation of the lost requires the help of the Holy Spirit. Without Him, we can’t reach the lost. Pray for His guidance.

    Acts 8:26-35 REACHING THE LOST Salvation of the lost requires the work of the Holy Spirit. Without Him, we can’t reach the lost. Yet He is going to work through you and me. Beginning - Acts 8:4-8 - Philip was preaching in Samaria, crowds came to hear him. Sick were healed. There was great ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Strength Of The King Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 22, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,142 views

    How did David keep going under pressure?

    David The strength of the servant king Audio at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/2004/02/series-on-david.htm How can we make it* * What was it that gave David strength to be the servant King* * How can we learn from his example today in the situations we face* Psalm 18 * Heading ’A Psalm of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational