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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 28, 2016
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     | 10,889 views

    The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome spiritually, we must learn to win this battle from a biblical approach.

    Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 1) Philippians 4: 4-9 As we walk this Christian journey, we face many challenges that we must overcome in order to obtain spiritual victory. While these challenges are many, coming from a variety of sources, none are greater than the battles we fight within our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is Coming Back, Be Prepared (5 Of 5) Series

    Contributed by Gary Holt on May 31, 2020
     | 5,892 views

    Jesus is coming back a second time to collect the faithful and issue rewards, we need to always be ready

    “Jesus is coming BACK, BE PREPARED” Week 5 of 5 Matthew 25:1-13 Credit: Steve Shepherd, Troy Borst, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament Please stand for the reading of God’s Word: Matthew 25:1-13 “At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Preparing For The End Of Days In The Space-Time Continuum

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 15, 2020
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     | 3,794 views

    The Bible states that there will be a universal kingdom of God on Earth one day, after a new Heaven and a new Earth are recreated by God, without any help from humanity

    The second law of thermodynamics supports the Bible statement that the Earth "will wear out like a garment" (Hebrews 1:11 NIV). Only Jesus Christ, the sovereign and omnipotent God, can make new what is now growing old (See Isaiah 51:6; 2 Peter 3:11-13). He is the only one who can save ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Professional Christians Readiness And Preparation For The Coming Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Sep 12, 2020
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     | 3,030 views

    As the Lord’s coming gets closer and nearer, it is with feelings many believers are cold and several lost in the daily pursuits of life mundane.

    As the Lord’s coming gets closer and nearer, it is with feelings many believers are cold and several lost in the daily pursuits of life mundane. The constant soberness, watchfulness and carefulness have been usurped by the deliberate chase for money, more money, more fame, power, entertainments, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 4, 2017
     | 9,194 views

    The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome, we must approach this battle from a biblical approach. (A continuation of previous study)

    Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 2) Philippians 4: 4-9 We began to consider these powerful verses in our last study, and I hope to conclude them today. Paul was well aware of the various struggles the church faced. Society presented particular challenges and there were disagreements and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing Ourselves For The "way Of The Lord"

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 2, 2019
     | 5,902 views

    on the second Sunday of Advent we have John the Baptizer proclaim the coming of the Lord

    Matthew 3:1-12 Today we begin the second week of Advent – a time of preparation as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and anticipation of His Second Coming. The message of John the Baptizer, who prepared Judea for the first coming of Jesus, tells us how to prepare for the coming of Jesus in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    He's Preparing A Place For You! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 15, 2021
     | 4,831 views

    Based on John 14:1-6 - Sermon outlines 5 facts about heaven.

    “HE’S PREPARING A PLACE FOR YOU!” John 14:1-6 FBCF – 11/14/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Maren Nichols, 4 y/o Trey & Katie’s daughter talking to her mom back in May. Their dog named Josey died & Maren had something she needed to say about that: Maren: I really miss Josey. Katie: I know, baby. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For Bad Times Without Trusting In The World

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 28, 2023
     | 821 views

    Daniel sinks back into self-reflection, with symptoms reminiscent of what we today know as a “panic attack.” How does he escape?

    Saturday of the Last Week in the Year (Dec 2) 2023 I heard a radio commentator say recently that he can’t remember a time when he heard as many people talking about the “end times” as he hears today. This being the last week of our Church year, we are hearing “end time readings,” particularly from ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    What Does Spiritual Preparation Look Like?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 7, 2025
     | 586 views

    Spiritual preparation is necessary in being a good servant, a good witness, and a good Christian.

    What Does Spiritual Preparation Look Like? Matthew 14:22-23 Preparation is the process of making something ready to be used or for use. For instance, during my time in the service, we would need to prepare our gear before we went to the field for training. Not only did I have to prepare my ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prepared To Prophecy God’s Christmas Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,388 views

    This sermon explores encountering God's presence, the importance of repentance as demonstrated by Isaiah, and the prophetic promise of salvation through Christ.

    Greetings, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in His name, to sit at the feet of our Lord and learn from His Word. Today, we find ourselves in the prophetic pages of Isaiah, chapters 6 and 7, a text that reveals to us a God who is ever-present, a God who ...read more

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    "preparing The Way: Embracing Peace "

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 10, 2024
     | 469 views

    Advent is a time of anticipation and longing—a season that calls us to consider how we can welcome the peace of God into our lives and our world.

    Good morning/afternoon, everyone! As we gather in this sacred space during this Advent season, we are invited to pause, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Advent is a time of anticipation and longing—a season that calls us to consider how we can welcome the peace of God into ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Preparing The Way: A Joyful Advent Journey"

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 14, 2024
     | 419 views

    As we embark on the season of Advent, we find ourselves in a space of waiting and anticipation. Advent is not just about preparing for Christmas; it is a time of reflection, hope, and spiritual renewal.

    Introduction: As we embark on the season of Advent, we find ourselves in a space of waiting and anticipation. Advent is not just about preparing for Christmas; it is a time of reflection, hope, and spiritual renewal. Today, we turn our attention to the Old Testament prophet Zephaniah, who gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Word And Worship Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,973 views

    Examining the role of Scripture in our private and public worship

    From the worship service in Nehemiah 8, we learn five responses we must have to the Word of God in worship. 1. We must give ATTENTION to the Word of God (v. 1-3) A. Do we, like the people, come together to receive the Word of God? (v. 1a) B. Are we, like the people, hungry for the Word of God? (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus Kept The Passion In His Ministry

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,292 views

    Secrets to overcoming the tendency to grow complacent, lazy or apathetic.

    How Jesus Kept the Passion in His Ministry Illustration:I have but one passion; it is He, He only. Count Nikolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf. Zinzendorf launched the Moravian missionary movement that spawned the modern missionary thrust around the world. One person’s passion can make a world of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Encouraged Diversity In Ministry Approaches 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,242 views

    Jesus knew that God’s creation and purposes works best through a diversity of perspectives, cultures and approaches to ministry. One day the disciples came to Jesus complaining about men who were doing the ministry differently then they were accustomed

    1. Jesus knew that God’s creation and purposes works best through a  diversity of perspectives, cultures and approaches to ministry. One  day the disciples came to Jesus complaining about men who were doing the ministry differently then they were accustomed to. Jesus said, "Do not hinder them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational