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  • Ron Hicks avatar

    The "In Thing"

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,277 views

    Can Christianity be trendy? Absolutely! It’s faddish, popular, and contemporary. But if its not real to you, it will eventually cease to gratify and feed your curiosity, then you will find something else that will. Hell will be full of trendies.

    THE “IN THING” Matt 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. The worldview of Christianity is that it is controlling, a needless waste of time and a money consumer, restrictive, intolerant, and maybe even cliquish ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Keeping New Year Resolutions

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Jan 7, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,038 views

    When life is not going the way you want, it is human nature to review and promise oneself to redouble effort and do better. Here lies the root of the New Year resolution.

    A New You in a New Year: How to Keep New Year Resolutions Mark 1 : 4 – 11 Welcome to a New Year and welcome to the first Sunday in the New Year. In the church Calendar, it is the Baptism of the Lord and the Epiphany. Today we celebrate with the Church universal the giving of the Christ child and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Seeing God’s Encouragement When We Are Discouraged! Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2014
     | 8,012 views

    A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF PAUL AS HE ENTERS INTO THE TOWN OF CORINTH. HE COMES INTO THIS TOWN DISCOURAGED – AND SEEING HIS CIRCUMSTANCES, WHO COULD BLAME HIM. YET, WHAT PAUL DOES NOT INITIALLY SEE, AND WHAT GOD BRINGS TO HIS ATTENTION IS THAT THERE IS MUCH

    SEEING GOD’S ENCOURAGEMENT WHEN WE ARE DISCOURAGED! Acts 18:1-17 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. 2  There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, who had recently come from Italy with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had ordered all the Jews to leave Rome. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Him We Conquer Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,882 views

    This is the ninth message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examines how we now live under God's grace. This message examines how we win the victory in Jesus Christ.

    Introduction: There was a little boy who got a new slingshot and went out to try it out. While he was trying it out, he took aim on grandma’s pet duck, and to his surprise he hit it and killed it. As you can imagine, the boy was horrified, so he took the duck and hid it in the woodpile. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgiveness In The Blood PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 886 views

    This sermon explores the redemption, forgiveness, and unity we receive through Christ, and our purpose to know God and find solutions in Him.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not because I am worthy, but because I am a vessel, humbly chosen by our gracious Father to share His divine message with you. We find ourselves here in this sanctuary, nestled in the embrace of fellowship, bound by the ...read more

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    Wisdom Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 663 views

    Explores the wisdom and power of God through the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, encouraging believers to find salvation, comfort, and strength in Him.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It is indeed a joyous occasion to gather with you all today, as we open our hearts and minds to the profound wisdom that lies within the sacred pages of our Holy Bible. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, united in our shared love for our Lord ...read more

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    When Everything Falls Apart, What Remains Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 611 views

    Jesus calls us to the same shrewdness, the same wisdom, and the same understanding that in a world where everything is temporary, only love endures.

    Title: When Everything Falls Apart, What Remains Intro: Jesus calls us to the same shrewdness, the same wisdom, and the same understanding that in a world where everything is temporary, only love endures. Scripture: Luke 16:1-13 Reflection Dear Friends, There is something deeply unsettling ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Truth About Freedom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 873 views

    The main point of this sermon is to understand and embrace the freedom we have in the Gospel, our responsibility as believers in society, and God's sovereignty over all things, so that we can live out our faith with courage, conviction, and humility.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into three powerful passages of Scripture that will help us understand the freedom we have in the Gospel, our responsibility as believers, and God's sovereignty over all things. As we explore these truths, our hearts will be stirred to live ...read more

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    A Pure Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,667 views

    Explores the meaning of purity of heart, its importance in Christian character, and the divine promise of seeing God for those who attain it.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. We are gathered here today, in this sanctuary of faith, to engage with the divine words of the Gospel, to be touched by the wisdom of the Lord, and to find solace and guidance for our lives. We are here today, not by mere chance, not by simple coincidence, but ...read more

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    Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,793 views

    Explore and understand the profound importance and power of love, as it is the essence of our faith and the reflection of God's love for us.

    Good morning, everyone. It's a blessing to be here with all of you today. We've got a powerful message to discuss, a message that is the very heartbeat of our faith - LOVE. Let's take a moment to dive into the scriptures. In 1 Peter 4:8, we read, "Above all, love each other deeply, because love ...read more

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    A New Start PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,645 views

    This sermon explores our need for forgiveness, how to accept God's offer of forgiveness, and the symbolism of baptism as a public declaration of this forgiveness.

    Good morning, dear congregation. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered in the Lord's house today, to share in the Word and drink from the wellspring of His wisdom. I am reminded of a quote from the esteemed Charles Spurgeon who once said, "When you see no present advantage, walk by faith and not ...read more

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    Restoring Unity

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 2, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,691 views

    The Corinthians church had some unity issues. Paul gives them some help here in rediscovering the unity that was their’s, but that had become a thing of the past.

    Passage: I Corinthians 1:10-17 Intro: There has been an atmosphere of division in our land for decades 1. abortion, fiscal policy, size of government, morals,…you name it! 2. election troubles in FL, Pres. Bush comes in under a cloud 3. but all that has changed now, and there is a spirit of unity ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How To Have And Use A Double Portion

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 25, 2006
    based on 37 ratings
     | 12,169 views

    Elijah was a powerful prophet, but Elisha received a double portion of his Spirit. In days past, the church had power, but we can enjoy a double portion today.

    From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA How To Have & Use A Double Portion II Kings 2:1-22 Intro: We are seeing the account of Elijah leaving this walk of life. He does not leave by death, but by translation. He is one of only two men that we ever have any record of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You're Fired

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 30, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,284 views

    Pentecost: When the Holy Spirit comes, He fires us from past traditions, old exclusivism, and tepid temperatures,and gives us passion for the future.

    If you have ever suddenly and unwillingly joined the ranks of the unemployed, how did that feel? When you got that pink slip, what was that like? Oh, you jumped up and down and shouted, "Oh, goody, I don’t have to get up early tomorrow morning! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Lord, I’ve always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Can't Be Satisfied Series

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,626 views

    How many of the fulfilled desires from your past are still making you happy today? Is life just chasing after the wind, or is there a simple path to contentment?

    James 1:13-15, “When tempted, no one should say, "God is tempting me." For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God