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    Evangelical PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023
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     | 1,156 views

    Emphasizes the Christian call to action to share Christ's love, make disciples, and the necessity of love, even in challenging circumstances.

    Good morning, beloved family, friends, and visitors. We are here today, gathered in this sacred space, in the presence of God. We are here to learn, to grow, to find comfort and hope in His word. We are here to be part of something bigger than ourselves, to be part of His kingdom. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

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    God's Great Love For Us PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
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    Explores God's profound love, His mercy, and the purpose He has for our lives.

    Welcome, dear friends. It is a joy and a privilege to be gathered together in this sacred space, united by our shared love for our Savior and our shared desire to understand His word more deeply. We are here to seek wisdom from the scriptures, to learn from the teachings of the apostle Paul, and to ...read more

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    The Power And Greatness Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023
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     | 869 views

    This sermon encourages believers to seek a deeper understanding of God's purpose, power, and promises, moving beyond knowing about God to truly knowing Him. Key

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be with you today, to stand on the common ground of our shared faith and look together into the heart of God's Word. As we gather, let's remember that we are not here by accident. We are here because God, in His infinite love and wisdom, has drawn us ...read more

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    If There Is No Resurrection... PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 3, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,126 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Christ's resurrection as the cornerstone of Christian faith and its role in giving purpose to our beliefs and preaching.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we commune with the divine, where we seek His wisdom and where we bask in His love. We meet today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love, a love that knows no bounds, a love that transcends time and space, a ...read more

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    Standing On Kingdom Business PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025
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     | 104 views

    God calls us to faithfully serve and invest where we are, trusting that our everyday obedience and small acts matter deeply to Him.

    There are days when the King’s call feels as close as the breath in your lungs. Ordinary mornings. Familiar streets. A desk, a kitchen, a classroom. Yet heaven whispers, This is holy ground. Not a stage, not a spotlight—just the square of earth beneath your feet and the neighbors within your reach. ...read more

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    How Sheep Become Shepherds

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 24, 2007
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    This is an ordination sermon I wrote when we accepted 2 deacon couples and a minister as leaders in our church.

    HOW SHEEP BECOME SHEPHERDS Murray had a little lamb…shouldn’t that be Mary? No, my brother Murray once had a lamb named Lambert that was white as snow and terribly cute. But then it grew up. And boy was it the stupidest animal ever. I had heard that sheep were dumb but this one was a prime ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Answering The Call

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,796 views

    I delivered this sermon following my own ordination ceremony. It encourages people to answer the call of God on their life.

    Answering the Call, Mathew 16:24-26 Introduction When I met Bill Ellerman I was a Sergeant in the Marine Corps, stationed in Yuma Arizona. Bill was a retired Baptist preacher who happened to be the father in law of a woman who my wife worked with at the time. Bill was a wonderful man. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Baptism Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 1, 2023
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    We are looking at prayers in the Bible and yet today we are observing a very special ordinance that is given to the New Testament Church, Baptism.

    “Baptism” Acts 8:26-39 We are looking at prayers in the Bible and yet today we are observing a very special ordinance that is given to the New Testament Church, Baptism. Surely there is no prayer in this study? Oh but there are. There are 2 times that Phillip was spoken to. Let’s look at our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Magnifying Christ's Majesty I Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 30, 2008
     | 4,321 views

    As John set about to write these two chapters I’m sure that he felt a deep sense of frustration. How could he put in words what he had seen in God’s throne room? He must have felt like he had been given the task of describing a rainbow to a blind man, or

    Magnifying Christ’s Majesty Part I Revelation 5:1-7 Purpose: To exalt Christ’s worthiness. Aim: I want the listener to respond to Christ’s majesty with passionate worship. INTRODUCTION: When Vance Havner once told a group of people that he was very optimistic about world events. Someone asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Vision Sunday

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Aug 23, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,463 views

    A sermon that casts vision for our church, and at the end I share our goals.

    Vision Sunday Pastor Glenn Newton August 22, 2004 Jer. 29:11-13 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Re-Visioning

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009
     | 5,280 views

    Our Scripture today is from Proverbs 29:18 “Without a vision the people perish.” With a clear vision from Christ, no ocean of difficulty is too great. Without it, we rarely move beyond our current boundaries or comfort zones.

    Re-visioning Proverbs 29:18 Lynn Anderson tells the story a shipload of pilgrims who landed on the northeast coast of America 350 years ago. The first year they established a town site. The next year they elected a town government. The third year the town government planned to build a road five ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Power Of Vision Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 31, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 17,347 views

    God wants to give everyone a vision of Heaven and your ministry.

    Title: The power of vision “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” (Proverbs 29:18 KJV) “Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint…” (Proverbs 29:18 NIV) “If people can’t see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; but when they attend to what he reveals, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How To Live Effectively Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Dec 9, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,905 views

    God offers a life worth living to those who abide in Christ.

    Scripture Introduction The night before his crucifixion, Jesus spoke words of comfort to his friends: “Do not let your hearts be troubled…. My peace I give to you…. Because I live, you also will live.” Comfort and hope are the main topics in John 14. Now the Lord begins to teach on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Exaltation And Transformation Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,173 views

    Exposition on Col 1:15-23 as it relates to the purpose of the existence of the church and to the first part of our vision statement

    Text: Colossians 1:15-23, Title: Exaltation and Transformation, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/8/08, AM Opening illustration: “But now and then someone tells me frankly that my preaching needs to be less doctrinal and more practical. Practical application is vital. I don’t want to minimize its importance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accepting The Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 12, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,760 views

    Jesus has transferred to us the fulfilling of His mission. Yet, He has given us everything we need to accomplish it.

    Intro> I had just turned nine years old on that cold January morning in 1961, but I remember it like it was yesterday. I was young, but I knew something truly significant was happening. Up until that day all the Presidents I was aware of had been my grandfather’s age. But in January of ’61, John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist