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  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Touched By God To Touch Others For God

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 29, 2013
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     | 4,138 views

    The justification we receive from God motivates us to bless others.

    Touched By God to Touch Others For God Romans 5:9-11 This is now the 5th Blessing associated with Justification. “We have now received reconciliation” Reconciliation. ‒ Noun and Verb form used 13x in NT. ‒ “a change in relationship” ‒ formerly ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian And Tithing Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 26, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,679 views

    Alms spoken of in this section of God’s word covers a multitude of things, but means in general “giving or an act of charity” which means anything that we give to relieve spiritual or physical needs, can be considered alms.

    The Christian and Tithing Matthew 6:1-4 Alms spoken of in this section of God’s word covers a multitude of things, but means in general “giving or an act of charity” which means anything that we give to relieve spiritual or physical needs, can be considered alms. I. The Disciple and His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    What Will You Do With Christ Child? Christmas!

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 20, 2019
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     | 10,976 views

    This sermon looks at the motives of four different Christmas characters of why they came to Christ and what they went away with once they left. The characters are the shepherds, the soldiers, King Herod and the Magi.

    What Will You Do With The Christ Child? Mathew 1:18-2:1-12 Luke 2:4-18 12/22/2019 Let’s see what type of groups we are made up of this morning. Suppose you went to a restaurant and ordered something, but when they brought the dish to you, it was not made the way you had ordered it. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Priorities-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 7, 2020
     | 2,758 views

    2 of ? Haggai exhorted those returning from exile to prioritize their relationship with God. God’s people must prioritize their relationship with God. But how can they do that? A prioritized relationship with God properly assesses...

    PRIORITIES—II—Haggai 1:1-15 Attention: Teen Inmate Priorities: Two teenagers were arrested, & upon arriving at the jail facility, the officer told them they could each make one phone call. Several minutes after their phone calls, a man showed up & asked for the new prisoners by name. “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Not Condemned

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 11, 2021
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     | 3,422 views

    What is the way to life? Why do some reject it? Is their motive logical or emotional? Purpose: Let’s understand the significance of faith in Christ. Plan: Let’s look at condemnation and salvation in John 3:14-21.

    Prelude What is the way to life? Why do some reject it? Is their motive logical or emotional? Purpose: Let’s understand the significance of faith in Christ. Plan: Let’s look at condemnation and salvation in John 3:14-21. John 3:14 The Exalted Cross As we read John 3:14 “as Moses lifted up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 16, 2024
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     | 742 views

    2 Corinthians 7:1 is a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God.

    Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises 2 Corinthians 7:1 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God. Our key verse for this message is 2 Corinthians 7:1 (NLT): "Because we have these promises, dear friends, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let The Will Of The Lord Be Done Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 14, 2025
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     | 445 views

    Acts 21:1-16 illustrates some of the aspects involved in obeying God’s will.

    Introduction “What is God’s will for my life?” Have you ever asked that question? Or have you ever thought about that question? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by Christians. If you are a Christian, you want to know God’s will for your life. You want to do what pleases ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Give Me That Old Time Religion

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Aug 12, 2014
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     | 21,174 views

    Old time Religion

    Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Psalm 24 - The King Comes Home Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 12, 2019
     | 14,505 views

    This psalm speaks of the coming of the Chief Shepherd. Tradition says it was composed by David and sung when he brought the ark from the house of Obed-edom to mount Zion.

    May 21, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 24 (KJV) Title: The King Comes Home A psalm of David. Psalm 24 (KJV) 1 The earth is the LORD'S, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. 2 For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods. 3 Who shall ascend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 6 – Part 1 – Forget The Rewards, I’ll Do It For Free! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 29, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,274 views

    REWARDS IN HEAVEN. Somehow that seems wrong to me. Surely heaven is enough reward and besides, if all sin is regarded as the same and deserving of hell, how can good deeds then be rated on a scale, and rewarded accordingly?

    Matthew 6 – Part 1 – FORGET THE REWARDS, I’LL DO IT FOR FREE! Everywhere I look people offer me rewards if I buy this or shop at their store, or buy petrol at certain petrol stations. I am rewarded on my credit card if I buy a certain amount using their card. People at the Super ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Didn't God Answer My Prayer Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 31, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,673 views

    This series is to make the church more aware of the importance of practicing the biblical discipline of prayer. Last three weeks adapted from a sermon series by Greg Groeschel called Prayer.

    Introduction Exciting to see people getting interested in prayer. Many things to get excited about- our relationship w/God should be at the top of the list. This morning- continue with our series on prayer- Pt 3. Have you ever prayed a prayer sincerely-someone very sick (they died),marriage in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Turning Your Priorities Into Action Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 14,800 views

    Three principles for translating our priorities into action in our lives. Part of a giving campaign series.

    Today is a very important and exciting day in the life of our congregation. First of all this is the weekend of Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday marks the start of what Christians down through the ages have called holy week. Holy week is the last week of Jesus Christ’s life before his resurrection from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Thought

    Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jul 2, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 23,184 views

    This sermon is a motivational sermon.

    Do you know that God is mindful of what you think? Everything about the life of a man revolves around his thought. In fact, the real personality of any man is the man on the inside of him. That’s why the bible says, ’As he thinketh in his heart, so is he.’ Proverbs 23:7 For you to fulfill your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Ministry Of Financial Giving

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 12, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,506 views

    The motivation for giving is love.

    2 Corinthians 9:6-15 The Ministry of Financial Giving OPENING ILLUSTRATION: What did you get for Christmas? Of course someone gave you something for Christmas. You gave someone else a gift for Christmas. We accept the fact that we exchanged gifts with one another. Let me tell you what I got for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carlos Camarena avatar

    Como Se Pierde La Justicia De Dios Series

    Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,597 views

    The Spirit of the Lord manifested in the life of the believer in pure thoughts and actions

    Suciedad y maldad: Perdiendo la justicia de Dios Texto: Santiago 1:21 Lectura Bíblica: Colosenses 3:8-10 I. Introducción A. 1:21b, “recibid con mansedumbre la palabra implantada...” Fue con estas palabras que concluimos el tema de la semana pasada, y es con estas palabras que deseamos comenzar ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist