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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 563 views

    To emphasize the unwavering faithfulness of God's promises, the power of His grace, and the importance of steadfastly holding onto our faith, especially during challenging times.

    Good morning, church family! I am overjoyed to connect with you all today as we delve deeper into the Word of God, specifically focusing on the faithfulness of His promises, the power of His grace, and the importance of holding on to our faith. In the book of Hebrews, we find a gem of a verse that ...read more

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    Servant Leadership PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,388 views

    To explore the concept of servant leadership, emphasizing humility, sacrifice, and service as modeled by Jesus Christ, and encourages Christians to serve others.

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the warm embrace of fellowship, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It is in this sacred space that we come together to reflect upon the glorious truths of our faith. Today, we find ourselves drawn to ...read more

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    Hardness Of Heart

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on May 28, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,045 views

    These words were spoken of the disciples. The occasion of their utterance was this — the evening of the miraculous feeding of the five thousand, Christ walked out upon the water and met His disciples, who were crossing the sea in a boat.

    HARDNESS OF HEART “For they considered not the miracle of the loaves, for their heart was hardened.” Mark 6:52 These words were spoken of the disciples. The occasion of their utterance was this — the evening of the miraculous feeding of the five thousand, Christ walked out upon the water and met ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Light Of His Presence-Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 18, 2020
     | 3,429 views

    1) Fervency in supplication (Acts 9:10-12), 2) Faithfulness in service (Acts 9:13-17a), 3) The Filling of the Spirit (Acts 9:17b), 4) Fellowship with the saints (Acts 9:18-19), and 5) Fervency in speaking (Acts 9:20)

    Acts 9:10-20 [10] Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias. The Lord said to him in a vision, "Ananias." And he said, "Here I am, Lord." [11]And the Lord said to him, "Rise and go to the street called Straight, and at the house of Judas look for a man of Tarsus ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Church Without Walls

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 29, 2021
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    A study of the first congregation of the Lord provides us with the example of a church without walls. The members did gather for worship, but they were compelled to penetrate their world to tell others of Jesus. We must do the same in this day.

    “There arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation over him. But Saul was ravaging the church, and entering house after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Did Jesus Go To Hell

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 13, 2018
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    Did Jesus go to Hell as is commonly thought? Where was He between the time of His crucifixion and Resurrection?

    Did Jesus go to Hell 1 Pet. 3:18-20 Eph. 4:8-9 Throughout the course of church ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Forgiveness For The Foremost Sinner

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 21, 2022
     | 1,623 views

    Can God forgive you of the worst sin you've ever committed? The message explores the grace of God, not to excuse our sin, but to encourage us to look to God for grace as we turn from our sin to walk with Him.

    “I thank him who has given me strength, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he judged me faithful, appointing me to his service, though formerly I was a blasphemer, persecutor, and insolent opponent. But I received mercy because I had acted ignorantly in unbelief, and the grace of our Lord overflowed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Can Transform Saul?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 4, 2022
     | 2,206 views

    The message is a contrast between a new convert named Saul and a mature follower of Christ named Paul. The intent of the message is to encourage Christian maturation in those who come to Christ in faith.

    “When [Saul] had come to Jerusalem, he attempted to join the disciples. And they were all afraid of him, for they did not believe that he was a disciple. But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles and declared to them how on the road he had seen the Lord, who spoke to him, and how at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Not More Love

    Contributed by Cornelius Duncan on May 16, 2007
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     | 5,494 views

    WHY NOT MORE LOVE

    WHY NOT MORE LOVE BEFORE WE GET INTO THE MAIN PORTION OF OUR TEXT. IN LIGHT OF ALL THE TRAGEDY TAKING PLACE AROUND US, IN THESE LAST DAYS. WE WANT TO TAKE A FEW MOMENTS TO REFLECT ON THE BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW, OF SIN. TURN WITH ME, TO ROMANS CHAPTER 5 VERSE 12. IT SAYS, WHEREFORE, AS BY ONE ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Count It All As Loss Series

    Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 27, 2009
     | 6,996 views

    Philippians 3:1-11. Christ’s righteousness on our behalf is the only hope for the salvation of anyone.

    AGAIN I SAY REJOICE COUNT IT ALL AS LOSS PHILIPPIANS 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION - Most of you have probably never heard of the man named Edward Mote. Mote was born in January of 1797 in London, England. His family was poor and not at all religious. In fact, Mote is quoted as saying as an adult “My ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Deal Part 2: How To Deal With Depression Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Sep 5, 2009
     | 7,968 views

    Ever wish life came with an instruction manual? We’ve all come to those points in life when we wonder where we can turn for answers to life’s tough problems. Fortunately, God has given us the roadmap for making the right choices in life.

    How to Deal Part 2: How to Deal with Depression Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 20:7-18 Icebreaker: Intro: Did you know that even Christians get depressed? The prophet Jeremiah can share with us tremendous insights about depression in the Christian’s life. The other day, I saw the comic strip, “Hagar ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Affirming The Afflicted

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,980 views

    Affirming the Afflicted (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 2 Thessalonians chapter 1 verses 1-12 Ill: • I am sure we have all seen the type of western film; • When the cowboys are besieged and hopelessly outnumbered. • They are low on provisions and short of ammunition. • They cannot hope to hold out for much ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Sovereign Grace

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014
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     | 12,444 views

    SHOWING THE MATCHLESS POWER OF GOD AND HOW HE ACCOMPLISHES HIS WILL IN THE AFFAIRS OF MAN

    Isaiah 54:1-17 – Sovereign Grace 1 "Sing, O barren, You who have not borne! Break forth into singing, and cry aloud, You who have not labored with child! For more are the children of the desolate Than the children of the married woman," says the LORD. 2 “Enlarge the place of your tent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What A Difference The Gospel Makes Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 11, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,108 views

    This sermon focuses on Paul's testimony as he defends his apostleship. The sermon is an adaption of a sermon by Ray Pritchard "How a Terrorist Became an Evangelist: The Amazing Story of Paul’s Conversion" (www.keepbelieving.com)

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a family from the back woods, who many years ago, made their first visit to the big city. 1. As they checked into a grand hotel, they stood in amazement as they looked at all the new and impressive things they saw. 2. As dad checked them in at the reception ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Transformed

    Contributed by David Owens on May 8, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,129 views

    God can transform us and then transform the world through us. This sermon explores the "how" of transformation.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a woman who testified to the transformation in her life that had resulted from becoming a Christian. 1. She declared, “I’m so glad I became a Christian. I have an uncle I used to hate so much I vowed I’d never go to his funeral. But now that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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