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  • Gregory Neill avatar

    The Joy Of Progress Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
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     | 4,862 views

    Part 8 in a series on Philippians focusing in the keys to Spiritual Growth

    The Joy of Progress Philippians 3:12-21 I. Introduction A. The Two Trappers 1. In the mid 1800’s two trappers were diligently collecting skins in the Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee. a) At the end of the season the two decided to pack up and head home. b) They made their way back to the river ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Entering The Race Pt.1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,783 views

    Paul uses the analogy of a runner to describe the Christians spiritual growth. No living-breathing believer has reached their goal of Christlikeness, but like the runner in a race, you must continue to pursue it. To pursue means to begin to dream, to p

    Entering the Race Philippians 3: 12-14 Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Build As You Go PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
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    This sermon explores how Nehemiah's process of building, discerning, and progressing can inspire us to approach our own life challenges as adventures with God.

    Good morning, family. I hope this day finds you well and eager to dive into the Word of God. We gather today because we share a love for our Lord, a desire to know Him more intimately, and a hope to be transformed by His truth. We gather in the spirit of unity, ready to hear and receive what God ...read more

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    What Is My Goal In Life? Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009
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     | 8,230 views

    Will we go wherever He calls us, will we follow wherever he leads us, and will we one day take hold of the prize and hear our Lord tell each of us, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’?

    In case you haven’t yet heard…the Olympics are coming to Vancouver in less than 100 days. Athletes all over the world are preparing for their various events, from speed skating to downhill skiing, and my favourite…hockey (Canada’s Game!). Athletes train in such a way as to be the best of the best. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Adventure PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
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     | 705 views

    This sermon encourages believers to embrace their God-given calling with boldness, break boundaries, and believe in the blessings of a life fully lived in Christ.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you once more in this place of worship, where we come together to share in the fellowship of God's love and grace. Today, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, a new revelation of God's plan and purpose for us. We are here ...read more

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    Goal 1: To Know Him Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,596 views

    Three part series based on Paul’s great goals in Phil 3:10: "that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death."

    God’s Greatest Goals for Your Life Part 1: To Know Him Philippians 3:7-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 25, 2009 *One of God’s greatest goals for our lives is to know Him. The greatest believers in history are those who had great passion to know God. -In Exo 33:18 Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In The Now Zone

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 25, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,148 views

    God refuses to live 5 minutes ago, His desire is to walk with you now! God gave you a testimony; however, He desires for you to become a relevant person.

    The Now Zone Isaiah 43: 18-19 Back in 1899 the CEO of the United patent office made a strong statement which almost closed it down. He said, “Everything that can be invented already has been invented.” 18 “ Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Do You Deal With Excess Baggage In Your Life? Series

    Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Aug 6, 2020
     | 5,412 views

    how do you deal with excess baggage in your life?

    How do you deal with baggage in your life, talk to your pastor, a personal friend, or a professional? In Philippians 3:13 & 14 the Apostle Paul tell's us how to deal with excess baggage in your life. How do you deal with excess baggage in your life, (first, second, third): 1. Forget ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    New Year ,new Hope.

    Contributed by Peter Mwariri on Dec 31, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,183 views

    Around this time most people are full of excitement and of course they should be for a new year lies ahead.To most of the people it means a time to party and drink,while others take this as the time to reflect and plan ahead.Yet others are still buried in

    Let us closely examine this verse, Philippians 3:13-14 "No, dear brothers and sisters, I am still not all I should be, but I am focusing all my energies on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I strain to reach the end of the race and receive the prize for ...read more

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    When Things Entrap Us Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 9, 2007
     | 3,525 views

    Most people believe joy comes from the things they own. In reality, things can steal our joy quickly. Paul understood how things could steal our joy, that is why he gave us two admonitions to keep us from the snare of materialism. Each of these admonitio

    Our culture is trapped in a disease for the desire of things, and we are not sure what to do about it. Consider the following facts… Gambling 60 % of adult Americans gambled in the last 12 months 20 years ago, two states had legalized gambling, while 48 states outlawed gambling – today 48 states ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do You Have A Hold On Your Calling??

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,411 views

    Seeking your calling from God!!

    DO YOU HAVE A HOLD ON YOUR CALLING?? Phillipians 3:8 - 12 Tonight the greatest thing that could happen to us as Christians, is to be Heavenly Minded!!! AMEN If we are gonna be heavenly minded we have to live every part of our lives with the goal of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Song Of Deborah And Barak Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 22, 2018
     | 15,828 views

    Deborah and Barak cooperated in fighting the battle and also in praising the Lord . Their song reveals some truths about our spiritual warfare in this world.

    Chapter 17 Song of Deborah and Barak [Judges 5:1–31] Scripture 1 Then sang Deborah and Barak the son of Abinoam on that day, saying, 2 Praise ye the LORD for the avenging of Israel, when the people willingly offered themselves. 3 Hear, O ye kings; give ear, O ye princes; I, even I, will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perscription For Spiritual Success

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,799 views

    How to be what you want to be and where you need to be spiritually.

    Prescription For Spiritual Success Philippians 3: 12-14 Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. 13Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "There's Perfect And Then There's Perfect" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,391 views

    Sermon 8 in a study in Philippians

    “Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. 13 Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Too Close To Quit

    Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 85 ratings
     | 28,595 views

    This message is to encourage the believer to continue into thier destiny regardless of the circumstances.

    TOO CLOSE TO QUIT PHILIPPIANS 3:12-14 Everyone has been called to walk in destiny… God has promised all of His children precious gifts who obey His instructions… Although these gifts are available, they don’t just fall into our lap… In fact the enemy’s goal is to derail and distract us from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational