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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    From Pressure To Purpose: How God Uses Pain To Produce Christlike Disciples - Romans 5:3–4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 10, 2026
    based on 1 rating
     | 247 views

    One of the greatest lies whispered to modern believers is this: “If you follow Jesus, life will be easy.” Yet every honest disciple knows that following Christ does not remove suffering—it redeems it.

    From Pressure to Purpose: How God Uses Pain to Produce Christlike Disciples - Romans 5:3–4 (NLT) Introduction: When Following Jesus Gets Hard One of the greatest lies whispered to modern believers is this: “If you follow Jesus, life will be easy.” Yet every honest disciple knows that following ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    It’s Worth It - The Beautiful Fight

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Aug 5, 2009
     | 7,030 views

    What is the motivation of the follower of Christ to do what he or she does? Knowing that the beautiful fight is worth it for the joy set before us.

    It�s Worth It The Beautiful Fight TCF Sermon July 19, 2009 Recently I read a fable about a dog who loved to chase other animals. He bragged about his great running skill and said he could catch anything. Well, it wasn�t long until his boastful claims were put to the test by a certain rabbit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship And Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006
     | 3,394 views

    Understanding Worship and Fellowship as 2 ways that we fulfill the Great Commandment to Love God and Love Others

    EPIC-10-12-03-Worship & Fellowship Today we’ve launched into the 40 days of purpose, looking at the 5 purposes that God has for your life. Tonight here @ EPIC look @ the first two-Worship & Fellowship. Our passage for tonight-Mark 12:28-31-read -what’s it all about? What really matters? Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Plan

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,164 views

    Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most famous verse of the Bible. But what does it really say to beleivers today? This promise is multi-faceted, reflecting the many colors of God’s grace and sovereignty.

    The Plan Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/30/2017 Have you heard about the photographer for a national magazine assigned to get photos of a great forest fire? He was told to hurry to a nearby airport, where a plane would be waiting. When he arrived ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Jesus Comes To The Jordan Fora Purpose

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 7, 2023
     | 1,068 views

    Jesus has a purpose to fulfill all righteousness, to be the example, to be identified, and to please God.

    Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus comes to the Jordon with a Purpose 1. Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan • The Jordan River it is the site where John baptized Jesus • History records the Jordan as a place of pilgrimage • The sick and disabled came to the Jordan for healing, as Jacinthus the Presbyter ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    Others Can’t Do It, But God Can!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 27, 2012
    based on 26 ratings
     | 20,438 views

    The more you seek His word and what He has promised you, the more you will be blessed! Tune out the negative and focus on Gods positive word in and over your life and hold on, because He will exceed every expectation you place before Him,

    Others can’t but God can! Romans 3:3 NKJ 3. For what if some did not believe? Will their unbelief make the faithfulness of God without effect? Gods faithfulness, is not based on our faithfulness, or on the faithfulness of those who are around us. TBS.(the bible says) no matter what, He remains ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    God’s Kind Of Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 14, 2010
     | 8,318 views

    what kind of church would God design? How does it match up with the 21st Century, Americanized church? Give it some thought.

    God’s Kind of Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 * If you have ever built a house for your family, then you know a little about decisions, frustrations, and more. In the process, you may well discover that ‘what you want is beyond your ability to provide. We lived in Yazoo City, Mississippi, for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fire Of The Holy Ghost

    Contributed by Kris Young on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 209 ratings
     | 20,429 views

    The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is essential for the church of America today.

    Introduction: 1) Why do we need the Holy Spirit’s Baptism a. Boldness. b. Power. c. Closeness. I. The breathe of God a. Ezekiel 37. b. The breathe gives you life. II. The River of God. a. Ezekiel 47. b. Revelation 22. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    Failing Forward, Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,236 views

    Do you feel God has placed you on a shelf because of something you’ve done? Never forget that you are serving the God, not only of a second chance, but countless chances.

    For some of you, it was all you could do to even come here today. You failed over and over. You had such a bad week or month that you really didn’t even want to show up today. We sometimes want to give up because of · the regularity of our sin (“I just can’t seem to stop!”), · the reproach of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Lessons From The History Of Israel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,122 views

    THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE

    BIG IDEA: THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE (:1-8) INTRODUCTION - LESSONS OF HISTORY NEED TO BE SHARED WITH THE NEXT GENERATION A. (:1-4) Lessons of History Communicate a Positive Message 1. It is important to listen closely to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "God Alone Has Power To Bestow Blessing And Give Life.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 15, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,786 views

    Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4aFebruary 24, 2002 Title: “God alone has power to bestow blessing and give life.”

    Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4a 12 Now the LORD said to Abram, "Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2I will make of you a great nation, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Satisfaction Guaranteed

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 10,844 views

    Since creation mankind has always been in pursuit of happiness, contentment, fulfillment. Anything that will bring to their lives the smallest measure of satisfaction. But the woman at the well discovered what everyone was looking for.

    Satisfaction Guaranteed John 4: 3-15 INTRO: 1. Since creation mankind has always been in pursuit of happiness, contentment, fulfillment. Anything that will bring to their lives the smallest measure of satisfaction. a. In vain, some pursue riches, while the rich pursues more. b. Some pursue ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sinner Or Saint Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,402 views

    This is the first in a series on Ephesians 1 and 2.

    Are you a Sinner or Are you a Saint? We are the saints of God. He has changed us inside and out. We have the grace and peace of God, we are blessed with every spiritual blessing, we are chosen through Jesus, and stand blameless. We are redeemed, washed, new, fresh, forgiven, and renewed – all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Matthew Brown avatar

    Are You "In Christ"?

    Contributed by Matthew Brown on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,186 views

    This sermon shares the advantages of being In Christ.

    Are you “In Christ?” Pt I Eph 2:10 – I was created for a purpose. God has made us what we are. He has created us in Christ Jesus to live lives filled with good works that he has prepared for us to do. 2Co 5:17 – I’ve been created over again. A fresh start. Whoever is a believer in Christ is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeeva Sam avatar

    The Root System

    Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 7,515 views

    A story sermon about a woman who is forced to examine the roots of her spirituality.

    Sally sat in stunned silence as Dr. Shah finished reading the radiology report. Yes, the same Sally who was never at a loss for words, the one who had been dubbed Miss Sally Speakalot by her Grade 5 teacher. She had known all along that there was a history of breast cancer in her family. But, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist