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  • Scott Maze avatar

    What's The Big Deal About Grace? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 18, 2021
     | 2,896 views

    Grace is such a big deal. Your Bible says the purpose of everything in the universe is to show God's grace: "so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus" (Ephesians 2:7).

    Happy Easter to all of you! Welcome to Easter Sunday, including those of you online. Easter is a time when God's people celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As much as you may admire Abraham Lincoln, your parents, or MLK, JR., there are not even two people who gather every Sunday to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discovering Your True Strength

    Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024
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    Today, we’ll discover that true strength comes from within, rooted in our faith in God. Through the examples of Moses, David, and Jesus, we’ll learn to overcome doubt and embrace the power He has placed in us.

    Opening Bible Verse “For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man.” – Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Supportive Of Other Churches Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021
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     | 3,281 views

    If we serve the Lord with the impure motive of personal gain, instead of with the intention of leading people to faith in Christ, then we can become self-focused, critical and judgmental of other believers and other churches.

    The apostle Paul once admonished the Philippians, “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4). In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Working Women And Titus 2:5

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 31, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,413 views

    Decades ago, most Christian pastors, teachers, and counselors in effect tore-out of their Bibles the portion of Titus 2:5 which enjoins that women (especially younger women) are to be “keepers at home.”

    For over a half-century, we have witnessed our society depart from God's will in regard to the differing roles and responsibilities that individuals are to play based upon their gender. Feminism, more than any other ungodly philosophy, has motivated American and European societies to reject the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spirit-Filled Life Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007
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     | 7,875 views

    Paul’s point is that the Holy Spirit is the controlling influence motivating and directing the lives of believers. As we sort through these participles, we can identify at least three results of the Holy Spirit’s influence.

    The Spirit-Filled Life Ephesians 5:15-21 Quick Discussion: What are the two most significant influences on your life? “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead be filled with the Spirit.” At the heart of this contrast is a life lived under the influence of … those influences, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What If There Is Not Enough? Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 18, 2009
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     | 5,895 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? Gods heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church

    Many things today to worry about even be afraid of. What is it that causes you to toss/turn at night? There is a biblical place for fear, however there is a … -ROCK we can stand on, -spiritual stability we can experience that enables us to stand in the face of our fears. Last week I wore my ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Dancing With Jezebel

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 1, 2013
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     | 15,952 views

    All across America today, pastors and church leaders are being silenced. And when the church is silent, that’s when society as a whole suffers, and compromise begins to set in.

    Introduction: I recently read a great article entitled, “America’s Moral Decay” the writer of this article stated that, “America is incrementally and systematically Rejecting God. As a result, our nation is experiencing unparalleled moral decay. National immorality ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maintaining Spiritual Unity

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Sep 14, 2006
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     | 4,643 views

    What two attitudes destroy the unity of the church? What is the only way given in Scripture to fight against this? Listen as Pastor Steve shows how we are to be involved in "Maintaining Spiritual Unity."

    Tonight we’re looking once again at the portion of Scripture that speaks to the subject of unity in the church. Philippians 2:1-4 says, “Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sent To Preach Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 12, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,518 views

    The motivation to preach is in this text. It is the call of God. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep open, your Bible to get full benefit.

    SENT TO PREACH Gal 1:1-5 NASB 1 Paul, an apostle (not {sent} from men, nor through the agency of man, but through Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead), 2 and all the brethren who are with me, to the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Nurturing A Merciful Heart

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 24, 2017
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     | 20,759 views

    Message explores the dangers of religion without the heart of God toward people. How do we nurture a heart of mercy? Pastor shares four key points in answer to that question.

    Matthew 9:13 8/28/16 Intro I want to begin this morning with a man named Matthew. Matthew’s family name was Levi.1 He became an apostle and wrote the gospel that carries his name. But when he met Jesus, he was far from that. He was a tax collector. Tax collectors were hated by their fellow Jews.2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Three Levels Of Love, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018
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     | 11,455 views

    The driving motivation behind all great art, all great music, all great architecture, or writing is a single force: Passion. Nothing great in life was ever accomplished without passion.

    INTRODUCTION This is the second part of a message I started earlier this month entitled three levels of love. With Christmas behind us, we can take a deep breath from all the hustle and bustle of shopping and crowds. I heard a story about a guy who was driving around in a crowded mall parking lot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power, Product, Promise, And Price Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 21, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,035 views

    God's grace alone brings us salvation. His Grace and His Second Coming motivate us to holy living. The price He paid to show His love transforms our hearts.

    11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Toxic Religion Vs Growing In Grace! Series

    Contributed by Roger Spackman on Feb 28, 2007
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     | 5,306 views

    Toxic Religion! Series covering 21 areas of Toxic Religion that are ’burning’ the church, both pastors and congregations. You won’t like this series, but you need it, so does your congregation!

    Full Printed Booklet, available BEFORE church for every attendee. Word count 4,200. Time to preach. 40 minutes. Toxic Religion verses Growing in Grace! Study Number One - Introduction March 06th 2007 Pastor Roger Spackman Te Atatu Baptist Church C:\…Preaching Teaching\Toxic Religion 01.doc © ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    God's Way For The Woman - Mother's Day

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 554 ratings
     | 159,904 views

    God uses many terms from cosmotology today in this passage--HER MANDATE, MOTIVE, MANNER OF LIFE, AND MESSAGE. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

    GOD’S WAY FOR THE WOMAN TITUS 2:1-5 ----- Formatted text and Powerpoint for this sermon are at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/God’sWayForWoman.html ----- Powerpoint for hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- God’s Way for the Woman Titus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Utilize Self-Control

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,068 views

    1. The Holy Spirit motivates us to serve with love from a pure heart, a good conscience and a sincere faith by helping us to control our thoughts, emotions, and choices.

    1. The Holy Spirit motivates us to serve with love from a pure heart, a good conscience and a sincere faith by helping us to control our thoughts, emotions, and choices. Paul wrote, "The object and purpose of our instruction and charge is love, which springs from a pure heart and a good (clear) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational