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  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Desire God's Glory Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 16, 2021
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     | 4,208 views

    David fervently desired to be in God’s temple all the days of his life, so he could behold the glory and the beauty of the Lord. In contrast a majority of people simply wish to receive material blessings and miracles from the Lord, with no desire whatsoever to see the glory of God.

    Desire God’s Glory We read in Psalm 91:9-10, “Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.” (KJV) Psalm 91:10 is rendered this way in another version, “So nothing bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    How To Become Blessed

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 12, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,925 views

    The following sermon is going to explore the steps we as believers need to take to be truly blessed as given in Psalms 1:1-3.

    How to Become Blessed Psalms 1:1-3 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Blessed is the One” Imagine for a moment that the Lord appears and gives you the option of either door #1 or door #2. He explains that behind door number one is the ultimate freedom to live your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Of Jesus

    Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021
     | 2,577 views

    When we say that we follow Jesus, what does this really mean to us and what does it say to others they see us?

    Intro: When we say that we follow Jesus, what does this really mean to us and what does it say to others they see us? To answer the first part of the questions, if we are following Jesus, then it means we are meant to echo the nature of Christ's love. This means humility, sacrifices, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Surprise In Disguise: Giving

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 27, 2021
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    I want my life to an altar. Let's us consider giving. Love loves to give. Giving can be a good measure of spiritual maturity.

    SURPRISE IN DISGUISE… GIVING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Luke 12:15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth. I was told that Mary and Joseph had a little trouble ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Defying Ungodliness-1(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 28, 2024
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    1 of ?? The apostle Paul made it plain that defying/standing against the world was a defining characteristic of God’s people. Defying ungodliness is expected of God’s people. But How do God’s people Defy Ungodliness? Christians defy ungodliness thru their...

    DEFYING UNGODLINESS-I—Romans 12:1-2 OR--DEFIANCE—Romans 12:1-2 Attention: Supposedly a true story!: Mark DeMoss, concerned about the increasingly harsh tone of public discourse, launched the Civility Project in January 2009. The Republican businessman & political adviser enlisted Democratic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Compelled By Love Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 22, 2025
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     | 313 views

    The love of Christ compels us to share His love with the lost.

    Compelled by Love 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 Rev. Brian Bill October 18-19, 2025 I sense you want to break out into praise for what God is doing, so let’s stand and give Him the glory by singing the Doxology together. Sing the Doxology Let’s remain standing as we read 2 Corinthians 5:14-21. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon # 12 - The Way Of The Cross Part 1 - Dealing With Loneliness Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 9, 2025
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     | 290 views

    There are so many people who are lonely because of various reasons. Jesus the Son of God, experienced loneliness and desertion too. Jesus died in our place to reconcile us back to God and has promised those who trust in Him that He will be with us from now to eternity, so we never need be alone.

    We read in Mark 14:50, “And they all left Him and fled.” These messages for the next two or three weeks will focus on the way of the cross that Jesus had to undergo. As the time drew near for Jesus to be crucified, He faced some of the loneliest moments, when all of His disciples deserted Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Anticipate The Fulfillment Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2024
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    We can Anticipate the fulfillment of God’s promises in three ways as we see how the 1) Shepherds hear the News (Luke 2:8-12), 2) Heavenly Hosts Rejoice (Luke 2:13-14) and finally how the 3) Shepherds See and Share (Luke 2:15-20)

    As we have been singing various carols tonight, many ring with the theme of anticipation. The season of Advent, beginning four Sundays before Christmas is the season of the church year that emphasizes the anticipation of the first coming of Christ to this earth. His coming as the Messiah was first ...read more

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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     | 709 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of loving one another with divine love and applying this principle in building and basing relationships on biblical principles.

    Beloved congregation, let us gather in the warmth of God's love, in the sanctuary of His grace, and in the fellowship of His Spirit. We are here, not by happenstance, but by His divine orchestration. As we stand at the threshold of this divine discourse, let us remember the words of the great ...read more

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    Two Paths PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
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     | 856 views

    This sermon encourages believers to choose the path of righteousness, delight in God's law, and flourish like a tree planted by streams of water.

    Beloved, as we gather together today in the sanctuary of our Lord, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of life, where the path of righteousness and the path of wickedness diverge. We stand, as it were, at the precipice of choice, where the echo of our decisions will reverberate through the ...read more

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    Recognize The Image Of God In Every Person PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024
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     | 903 views

    This sermon emphasizes our divine creation in God's image, our purposeful existence, and the importance of recognizing God's presence in our interactions with others.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sanctuary of faith, hope, and love. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we enter into this time of reflection and worship, let us turn our hearts and minds to a passage from the very beginning of our ...read more

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    Reign Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,948 views

    We study 5 ways we can offend the Holy Spirit, and guard our hearts to avoid.

    REIGN HOLY SPIRIT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Sin will always block free move of the Holy Spirit. Sin can keep you away from the word of God. The word of God will keep you from sin. DEFINE SOME TERMS: REIGN:  to possess; exercise sovereign power; rule; hold sway; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Would The Real Jesus Please Stand Up Series

    Contributed by Rich Mcgahan on Mar 16, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,123 views

    The Bible tells us that on the sixth day, “God created man in His image and likeness...” (Genesis 1:26) And every since then, man has been trying to return the favor. As a result, there are countless religions around the world.

    Will the real _____ please stand up? This familiar question originated from a game show called “To Tell The Truth” that debuted in 1956 and ran until 1978. Hosted by Garry Moore, this classic game show included a person of some notoriety and two impostors who tried to match wits with a panel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy Comes In The Morning

    Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Apr 28, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,812 views

    an inspiring message to let people know that help is on the way !!!

    For a night. 1 Kings 19: 4 But he himself went a day’s journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a juniper tree; and he requested for himself that he might die, and said, “It is enough; now, O LORD, take my life, for I am not better than my fathers.” 5 He lay down and slept under a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Killer Instinct (Anger) Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,341 views

    Anger is a powerful sin that destroys relationships and adversely affects our relationshipo with God. God invites us not only to control our anger, but to be transformed by the Holy Spirit.

    Proverbs 29:11, James 1:19-21 “Killer Instinct” (Anger) INTRODUCTION Many of the seven deadly sins appear to be harmless at first glance. Pride can be downgraded to simply having an “attitude.” Envy is such a common “sin,” that can’t be all that bad, besides it is what fuels our economy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran