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    If You Love Me Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,099 views

    The sermon explores the challenge of obeying Jesus' commands of love, forgiveness, and mercy, and the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers to live out these commands.

    I think we can all admit here today that obedience is difficult. It’s difficult to learn, difficult to teach, and it’s a difficult process to watch play out in the lives of others around us. It’s not something we’re good at, hard wired for, or frankly… enjoy. Once upon a time, there was a young ...read more

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    I Am The Lord’s Servant Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 6, 2023
     | 1,651 views

    People give a lot of importance to job titles. One frequent question asked by the HR or the hiring manager is, “What was your last position?.”

    INTRODUCTION I Am The Lord’s Servant People give a lot of importance to job titles. One frequent question asked by the HR or the hiring manager is, “What was your last position?.” We love titles. Do you know what title Mary used when the angel Gabriel spoke to her? Luke 1:26-38 26 In the sixth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    5 Fold PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023
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     | 1,503 views

    Explore and understand the significance of the 5-fold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers) and how these roles serve to support and strengthen the church.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we're gonna be diving into a truly powerful passage from the book of Ephesians, specifically Ephesians 4:11. In this scripture, the Apostle Paul lays out what is often referred to as the 5-fold ministry. These are the offices or roles that Christ has gifted to ...read more

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    Status Consciousness

    Contributed by Dennis Williams on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,849 views

    Jesus was against strife in the church. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy

    Status Consciousness (PRINTED OUT) July 02 Jesus was against the Pecking Order. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy They are in the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ The Bible shows that Jesus arose from the grave as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let’s Make It Happen

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jun 20, 2025
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    We celebrate your unwavering commitment to God’s house and the vital role you play in advancing the ministry with excellence and grace. Ushers and Servants

    Romans 12:11 – “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.” Mark 10:44 – “And whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.” On this blessed day of celebration dedicated to the ushers, and faithful servants of the Lord, we pause at this sacred desk to extend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power In The Name Of Jesus! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,524 views

    Explores Jesus' divine sovereignty, emphasizing His role as our primary choice, a radical transformer of our lives, and a conqueror over evil forces.

    Good morning, beloved! Isn't it a wonderful day to gather together and bask in the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ? We've come together today to focus our hearts and minds on the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords, the name above all names - Jesus Christ. The great preacher Charles Spurgeon ...read more

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    A Prophet Challenges The System

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 115 ratings
     | 16,155 views

    This sermon addresses the issue of how prosperity does not always mean that God apporves of what is going on with those in positions of power.

    A PROPHET CHALLENGES THE SYSTEM Text: Amos 7:7-17 One of the most intriguing sights in all the world is that of the leaning Tower Of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy. It was begun in 1174 and completed in 1350. It stands 179 feet high and leans some 16 and a half feet out of the perpendicular as of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Shattering The Silence Series

    Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,079 views

    Inviting God to graciously Shatter the Silence in his communication to us requires that we position ourselves to hear his voice.

    Shattering the Silence: Hearing from God 1 Samuel 3:1-18 November 25, 2001 This Thanksgiving we went to Tulsa to spend time with some of our family who lives there and we had opportunity to meet up with a cousin of mine whom we haven¡¦t heard from in more than 5 years. We quickly got caught up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Us Not

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,512 views

    Bringing out the positive from the negative phrase, "Let us not"....which is found in several places within the Scriptures.

    While preparing a sermon I was using my search feature in which I came across an interesting word group. A. The word group was: “let us not”. 1. I was too busy to do anything but notice this at the time, but later on I was able to get back to this word group to see, upon further ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus, The Perfect Revelation Of God Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 264 ratings
     | 36,222 views

    The book of Hebrews highlights 1. The incomparable PERSON of Christ. 2. The incomparable POSITION of Christ. 3. The incomparable PURPOSE of Christ.

    JESUS, THE PERFECT REVELATION OF GOD Hebrews 1:1-13 I was recently approached by a young mother who wanted her baby baptized. She stated that she had some problems with what she had seen in many churches, and in the lives of many Christians. I agreed with many of her grievances. But she went ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Am Debtor

    Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,917 views

    Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the world.

    Text Verse: Rom 1:14 (Rom 1:14 KJV) "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise." Introduction: Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph, God, & Success Series

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Aug 18, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 10,253 views

    How do you measure success? This sermon explores the contradiction in between the success God gives him and his position.

    Genesis 39:20-23 Bibliography: (www.sermonillustrator.com: success) Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. “I get up when I fall down,” said Harvey. John D. Rockefeller Jr. remarked, “The secret of success is to do the common ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    My Glory And The Lifter Of My Head Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 27, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 18,480 views

    FROM HIS EXALTED POSITION OF SUPREME GLORY, THE LORD CAN RAISE UP THE POOREST SOUL TO THE PLACE OF BLESSING AND HONOR

    BIG IDEA: FROM HIS EXALTED POSITION OF SUPREME GLORY, THE LORD CAN RAISE UP THE POOREST SOUL TO THE PLACE OF BLESSING AND HONOR Remember Psalm 3:3 "My glory, and the One who lifts my head" (Psalm 27:6) 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Greatest News

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,738 views

    We live in times with a lot of bad news. This is a positive sermon centered around Christmas’ great announcement of the angels to the shepherds.

    December 8, 2002 You can do this just about any day. Pick up the newspaper, or flip on CNN. Of the six prominent lead stories on the front page of the paper, five will have the following words: "TRIAL....DANGEROUS...FRAUD...MURDER....DOWNTURN!" It doesn’t get much better on the inside ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,130 views

    There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

    The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ