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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    11. Message In 1 Peter – Number 11 – Closing The Letter With A Fond Farewell (1 Peter 5:12-14) Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 8, 2025
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    Farewell until we meet again. Today we think about the closing remarks in Peter’s first letter as we open up the final three verses. The end of a letter usually states the last important thoughts of the writer he wishes to convey to the readers. We look at that. May God bless us all.

    11. Message in 1 Peter – Number 11 – CLOSING THE LETTER WITH A FOND FAREWELL (1 Peter 5:12-14) [A]. AND A FOND FAREWELL It is sometimes claimed that a person’s last words are their most significant. At times there have been those bizarre incidents of reading out in public, a deceased’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Praying, Proclaiming And Witnessing Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,114 views

    In continuing our series in "Keys to Spiritual Growth," we look at three more keys to spiritual growth.

    Scripture Today we continue in my sermon series on “Keys to Spiritual Growth.” My foundational text for this series is 2 Peter 3:18: "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen" (2 Peter 3:18). Introduction Did you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Wisdom To Accomplish Life Goals

    Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,664 views

    Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you.

    Tip #1: GET A NOTEBOOK TO WRITE DOWN ALL GOD REVEALS TO YOU. Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you. And the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Church Anniversary Sunday

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 37,620 views

    A man was reading his newspaper early one morning at the breakfast table. His wife came over to him, gave him a hug, smiled, and said, “I bet you don’t know what today is, do you?”

    • He looked at her and said, “Of course I know what day it is!” and went back to reading his newspaper. He didn't have a clue. • He thought to himself later, “Is it her birthday? That must be it.” So after he got to work he called the florist and had a bouquet of white roses sent to his wife. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We All Fail PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,458 views

    Though we all fail, God's grace and redemption are always available to lift us up and guide us towards growth and success in our spiritual journey.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a topic that touches each and every one of us – failure. We all mess up, stumble, and fall short. It's a part of being human. But the beautiful thing about our God is that He is always there to pick us up, dust us off, and help us move ...read more

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    Pentecost: The Establishment Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
     | 1,193 views

    Fifty days after Jesus' resurrection, the church of Jesus Christ was established. A follow-up to the Gospel of Mark series. (PREACHED DURING THE COVID SHUT DOWN)

    PENTECOST: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHURCH (FOLLOW-UP TO CHRIST'S GREAT COMMISSION) Good Morning Family, I’m praying that everyone is doing well. I know that you, even as I am, are anxious to be at the church building worshipping together as a family. But, sadly, we will still be home again ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life That Lasts Forever

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 27, 2012
     | 4,605 views

    You need to know that eternal life: 1. Is our most pressing need (vs. 1-3 & 17-18). 2. Is provided by spiritual rebirth (vs. 3-6). 3. Is a present from God (vs. 13-16). 4. Is possessed by faith in Jesus Christ (vs. 16-18).

    Life that Lasts Forever John 3:1-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 28, 2012 *Think about the value of time. -Someone once wrote: -To realize the value of one month ask a mother who gave birth to a premature baby. -To realize the value of one hour, ask the sweethearts who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Right Response To The Ground-Zero Mosque Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Sep 10, 2010
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     | 4,109 views

    It’s hype is consuming every possible media outlet: television news anchors, radio talk show schedules, newspaper inkwells, WordPress servers, and email inboxes… ‘Should we or should we not?’ President Obama approves (no surprise).

    August 2010: “Ground-Zero Mosque?” It’s hype is consuming every possible media outlet: television news anchors, radio talk show schedules, newspaper inkwells, WordPress servers, and email inboxes… ‘Should we or should we not?’ President Obama approves (no surprise). NYC Mayor Bloomberg & the NYT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Promise For His People Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 26, 2021
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     | 4,024 views

    When the worries of life press us down, we do not have to bear them alone! Notice how much of our burden we are supposed to give to the Lord. "All your care" We are told to give it all up to Jesus!

    I. A SURRENDERED PEOPLE A. V. 5-6 WE MUST SURRENDER OUR WILL TO GOD – Peter quotes Proverbs 3:34 in verse 5, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble” He says - "Clothe yourselves with Humility" literally means to "wear the apron of a slave". True humility before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dead Faith Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 30, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,301 views

    Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, you laid the guilt at the table of brotherhood ...

    DEAD FAITH by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    My Month Of Sanctification

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020
     | 4,566 views

    It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this special month of Sanctification. Salvation we know is a gift- "God saved you by his grace when you believed.

    It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this special month of Sanctification. Salvation we know is a gift- "God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God." Thank God you believe in Christ Jesus, thereafter the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Stone Of Destiny Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,551 views

    Sometimes what we think is so very tragic actually sets in motions things that moves our lives towards a greater purpose in God. This is the eighth message in the David series.

    DAVID—A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART 08—THE STONE OF DESTINY TEXT: 1 Samuel 20:18-22 1 Samuel 20:18-22 KJV Then Jonathan said to David, To morrow is the new moon: and thou shalt be missed, because thy seat will be empty. [19] And when thou hast stayed three days, then thou shalt ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You've Gotta See This!!! Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,331 views

    Crowds were not only coming to see Jesus, but following Him as well.

    You’ve Gotta See This!!! Mark 3:7-12 Mark 3:7-8a (HCSB) Jesus departed with His disciples to the sea, and a great multitude followed from Galilee, Judea, Jerusalem, Idumea, beyond the Jordan, and around Tyre and Sidon. Gaining a Following * Coming and going * Crowds were coming to see Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Money Matters PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 848 views

    This sermon explores our attitudes towards wealth, challenging us to serve God over money, resist materialism's illusions, and maintain a balanced, godly perspective on finances.

    Good morning, church family. It's a joy to be sharing God's Word with you today. Our focus today is on the critical, yet often overlooked issue of wealth, money, and our attitude towards them. It's an issue that affects us all, regardless of our financial status. Whether we have much or little, our ...read more

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    They Preached The Resurrection

    Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Apr 10, 2012
     | 4,764 views

    The first disciples preached the resurrection of Jesus and Mark 16:20 says Jesus worked with them confirming their message with signs. What would happen if we testified to the resurrection with expectancy, giving Jesus opportunity to work with us?

    THEY PREACHED THE RESURRECTION Pastor Dan Little - adfontes.djl@gmail.com The Landmark Church Binghamton, NY 13901 04-08-12 Easter SCRIPTURE READING.... Mark 16:1-15, 19-20 When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and ...read more

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