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  • James Powell avatar

    God's Is Unchanging

    Contributed by James Powell on Dec 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,360 views

    God will be with us, He changes Not!

    MHCC - God’s unchangeable love for his people E Huffman - A group studying Malachi. chapter three, they came across verse three, which says: "He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver." That week a woman, from that group called up a silversmith and made an appointment to watch him at work. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Are You A Salty Christian

    Contributed by John Macdonald on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,779 views

    A reminder for all of us as to how salty we need to be in the world to be effective witnesses for Jesus Christ.

    Are You a Salty Christian? - Mark 8:38-50 I love salt!! For as long as I can remember, salt has gone on all sorts of food, morning, noon and night. However, a colleague of mine reminded me just the other day that as Christians, we are supposed to be living as temples of the Holy Spirit. With a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Disqualifies You

    Contributed by Pablo Catala on Jun 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,255 views

    You are worth it

    Being much concerned about the rise of denominations in the church, John Wesley tells of a dream he had. In the dream, he was ushered to the gates of Hell. There he asked, "Are there any Presbyterians here?" "Yes!", came the answer. Then he asked, "Are there any Baptists? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is The Color Of Your Faith

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 15, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 9,725 views

    The purpose of trials for the believer is said to involve the perfecting to our faith

    What Is The Color Of Your Faith?-By Reverend A. L. Torrence 1 Peter 1:6-7 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that your faith–of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Growing Up When You're Torn Down Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 29, 2014
     | 13,038 views

    Trials are meant to fortify our faith.

    Growing Up When You’re Torn Down 1 Peter 1:6-9 Rev. Brian Bill September 27-28, 2014 Offertory: “He’s Been Faithful” On Monday of this week, the pastoral staff and spouses went bowling. It was meant to be a great bonding time and we purposely wanted to keep it light. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are His People

    Contributed by Rob Bailey on Nov 1, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 9,883 views

    A sermon reminding us of the promises that God gives His people.

    WE ARE HIS PEOPLE Psa 100 1 Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! 2Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing. 3Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. 4Enter into ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    10th Sunday After Pentecost. August 17th, 2025. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 8, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,273 views

    Year C, Proper 15.

    Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80:1-2, Psalm 80:8-19, Jeremiah 23:23-29, Psalm 82, Hebrews 11:29-40, Hebrews 12:1-2, Luke 12:49-56. A). THE SONG OF THE VINEYARD. Isaiah 5:1-7. The first thing that we may notice about this passage, is Isaiah’s relationship with the LORD (Isaiah 5:1). The prophet is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lead Us Not Into Temptation Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 12, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 11,295 views

    This sermon is about conquering our temptations to achieve a stronger relationship with God.

    Matthew 6:13 “And Lead Us Not Into Temptation but Deliver Us From Evil.” By Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church. "Do not lead us into temptation...." For almost 2000 years Christians have prayed that phrase in the Lord’s Prayer. Unless you are new to Christianity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus' Prayer For Himself (Part 1a) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,562 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' High Priestly Prayer .

    JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER Part 1a: Jesus’ Prayer For Himself John 17:1-5 It is the eve of the Crucifixion; Jesus and His Disciples have spent some time in the Upper Room celebrating the Passover Feast. Following the meal Jesus spent the next few hours giving some final instructions to His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Letter To The Laodicea Congregation Series

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on May 24, 2015
     | 6,074 views

    A congregation that is not actively benefitting and transforming the culture in which it finds itself, it is sickening to Jesus, the Head of the Church. Jesus condemns the Laodicean 'Health & Wealth Gospel' which is promoted by modern-day televangelists.

    Verse 14 – Jesus introduces Himself to the congregation at Laodicea by three titles: (1) “The Amen” which is a reminder that the Lord – by His death on the Cross – is the living confirmation of the New Covenant with its promises. 2 Corinthians 1:19-20, “For ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope That Exceeds Our Doubt Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 9,457 views

    We all struggle with doubt, but we don't have to allow our doubts and fears to dictate our spiritual lives. Our hope in Christ exceeds any doubt we may have.

    Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified Hope that Exceeds our Doubt 1 Peter 1: 3-8 At this point in the history of the church, she was growing exponentially. The Gospel was being shared and many were coming to saving faith in Christ. Such rapid growth had gotten the attention of the authorities ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Built Well. Pt1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 13, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 977 views

    Spurgeon writes, “No star gleam as brightly as those which glisten in the polar sky. No water tastes so sweet as that which springs amid the desert sand...

    Built Well. Romans 8:1-2, 5-6TPT You’ve heard people use the expression, body by Ford, or body by Chevy. How about body by Holy Spirit. Listen to the apostles Pauls announcement of a forgiving, loving Savior: Romans 8:1-2, 5-6NIV Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Amazing Grace Received Through Faith: God's Faithfulness During Great Struggles

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021
     | 3,635 views

    Jesus causes the dead to live. He pursues us, faithful to His promises, abounding in love. Though trials and temptations come, God’s grace goes along with us. As Christians we can expect much struggle and suffering. Yet we can also expect to encounter great grace and joy.

    Jesus causes the dead to live. He pursues us, faithful to His promises, abounding in love. Though trials and temptations come, God’s grace goes along with us. As Christians we can expect much struggle and suffering. Yet we can also expect to encounter great grace and joy. As the Apostle Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Rejoice In Suffering!? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,171 views

    This sermon explores how suffering is an integral part of Christian life, serving as a tool for spiritual growth and deepening our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ! It's a joy to be with you all today, standing together in the house of the Lord, united by our shared faith and love for our Savior. You know, it's not always sunny skies and smooth sailing on this voyage of faith we're all embarked upon. There ...read more

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    Setting The Record Straight PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 999 views

    This sermon explores how Christian life involves striving and commitment, viewing trials as opportunities to grow closer to God and rely on His strength.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you today, under the canopy of God's grace and in the warmth of His love, to share in the wisdom of His word. Today, we are going to be focusing on a scripture passage that is as profound as it is poignant, as challenging as it is ...read more

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