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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Pride Before The Fall" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 4, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,342 views

    A sermon using Spider-Man 3 as the sermon illustration.

    Proverbs 11:1-3, 16:8; 29:23; Psalm 10:4 “Pride Before the Fall” Sermon Series: Spider-Man 3: The Battle Within By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org Pride, pride, pride… …who of us have not had a problem with pride? When we first ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Good Gracious" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,582 views

    Sixth sermon in a series on the use and abuse of the tongue.

    Communication has been referred to as a “fine art.” Indeed, learning to communicate effectively to others is a life long pursuit. But it is a worth¬while pursuit. God calls upon His people to learn how to effectively communicate. In fact, He calls upon us to recognize that learning to effectively ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prophetic Insights For Cotrm

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 23, 2010
     | 2,690 views

    We serve a living God who wants to interact with His people. This sermon presents prophetic insights for COTRM for this season of time.

    Prophetic Insights for COTRM Introduction Began the year- series- Dangerous Church. God is raising the bar for His people (church) … Take the Challenge- (picture) read your Bible fast pray- corporate-Tues/Thur/Sun, MyHop engage in Christian relationships-join-HC serve/give give ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Prayer Of Nehemiah!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 22, 2015
     | 7,517 views

    Imagine praying in the midst of ruins! Life can feel dreary and onerous, particularly when are things are grim around you; however, prayer is the ONLY remedy out of this!

    PLANS FROM HIS PRESENCE! Nehemiah 1:4”And it came to pass, when I heard these words, that I sat down and wept, and mourned certain days, and fasted, and prayed before the God of heaven.” “The Christian life is not a constant high. I have my moments of deep discouragement. I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Repentence

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 24,129 views

    In Luke 13:1-9 Jesus teaches some powerful lessons about repentance.

    The Power of Repentance Luke 13:1-9 Haddon Robinson tells the story of a young woman who talked to her minister about the sin of pride. She says, “Every Sunday I come to church and look around and think to myself that I am the prettiest girl in the church. I try to stop but I just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Environment Of Choice Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,090 views

    THIS PASSAGE PRESENTS US WITH SEVERAL SCENARIOS, EACH OF WHICH PRESENTS PAUL AND BY INFERENCE US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY OF CHOICE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE NOTE OF THE PRINCIPLE THAT CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES. IN OTHER WORDS, CHOICES

    THE ENVIRONMENT OF CHOICE Acts 16:11-40 From Troas we put out to sea and sailed straight for Samothrace, and the next day on to Neapolis. 12 From there we traveled to Philippi, a Roman colony and the leading city of that district of Macedonia. And we stayed there several days. 13 On the Sabbath we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stretch

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 19, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,600 views

    Things are not going to be smooth and hunky-dory all the time, there would be turbulent, shaky days and that’s when your caliber, competence and skill should manifest. Anybody listening?

    Stretch Daniel 2:19”..the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a night vision. Then Daniel blessed the God of heaven..” When God stretches you, it is not to break you but to make you grow and glow, stay with Him in the process so that you grow beyond your imagination; you never know what your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Country Divided Cannot Stand

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 12, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,827 views

    unless we work together we will never see the Kingdom of God

    Mark 3:20-35 Dear Lord, may your words be heard in our ears, felt in our hearts, and carried in our souls. Amen Just about every family has that one family member who is a little different from everyone else. This is the person who, at family reunions, everyone talks about to others, or rolls ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Extravagant Generosity Of God Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 6, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,024 views

    Our Salvation is Based on One Thing..... The Extravagant Generosity of God

    February 13, 2021 The Context: Our next story comes on the heels of Jesus’ conversation with the rich young ruler who went away sad because what Jesus asked him to do was too difficult…. “sell all your stuff, give to the poor, then come and follow me.” {Matthew 19:16-22} The rich and well to ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Insensitive Leader

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Oct 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,143 views

    In Rehoboam, the people saw a “second Moses” who would deliver them from their oppression. But the king turned a deaf ear to their requests.

    THE INSENSITIVE LEADER "16 Now when all Israel saw that the king did not listen to them, the people answered the king, saying: “What share have we in David? We have no inheritance in the son of Jesse. To your tents, O Israel! Now, see to your own house, O David!” So Israel departed to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Could I Wash The Feet Of My Judas?

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 7, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,058 views

    This text challenges us to ask if we could serve those who have ill will toward us; it also challenges us to ask if others see us as their Judas.

    Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart from this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. 2The devil had already put it into the heart of Judas son of Simon Iscariot to betray him. And during ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genesis 31:1-18 - How To Overcome A Victim Mentality Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 28, 2015
     | 11,519 views

    Are they really ready to break free from their self-destructive cycle? Are you? If Jacob decides to act on what God has said what would it look like in their lives? What will it look like in yours?

    Genesis 31:6-16 - HOW TO MAINTAIN A VICTIM MENTALITY KEY WORDS: Victim, rescuers, self- defeating behaviour, blame game, Genesis 31, Jacob, Laban, Victim Mentality, I AM A VICTIM For over 20 years he has agreed to play the part of the victim. He is now trapped, his wheels condemned to running ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Build A Resilient Faith

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 14, 2020
     | 10,916 views

    Resilience is one of the most important character traits we can develop as a church and as individual Christians.

    HOW TO BUILD A RESILIENT FAITH Introduction As we move through the phases of recovery in Louisiana, there are many things that make us weary, there are so many questions, there are many unknowns. But for all of those mysteries there are some certainties. I want to encourage you today to have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Aldrich Tamayo avatar

    "the Power Of Hope: A Light In The Darkness"

    Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jul 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,265 views

    Today, we come together to explore a topic that touches the depths of our hearts and souls—the power of hope. In a world often clouded by uncertainty and adversity, hope emerges as a guiding light that illuminates our darkest paths.

    Introduction: Today, we gather to shed some light on a topic that's been in the dark for far too long—hope! Now, I know what you're thinking, "Oh boy, another sermon on hope. How exciting!" But trust me, folks, this one's going to be a real "bright" experience! So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Offensive Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 1,026 views

    Two aspects of prayer as an offensive weapon

    Background to passage: wrapping up the spiritual warfare passage following the filled with the Spirit passage. Ephesians 6:10–20 ESV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist