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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Understanding Who God Is Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 25, 2011
     | 4,559 views

    Understanding who God is not an easy task. The 10 commandments let us know that if we do not get the first 4 commandments right, we will not get the last 6 correct and our relationship will suffer both with God and each other.

    Understanding who God is Exodus chapter 20:1-17 Introduction- This morning we begin a new series called connecting with God and others. The purpose of the series is for us to see that a right relationship with God is needed before we can have a right relationship with each other. If you noticed ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Finding God's Goodness Amidst Difficulties SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    James in his first chapter warns us not to be deceived, providing reasons to believe in God's goodness regardless of our circumstances.

    In the late 90s, there was a popular saying in the church: "God is good, all the time; all the time, God is good." It's easy to proclaim God's goodness when things are going well, but what about when we face difficult circumstances? How can we know that God is truly good? In James 1:16-18, we find ...read more

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  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Fruit Of Our Lives

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 4, 2015
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    The Jews consecrated their first-fruits to God as His in a special sense. All Christians are meant to be the first-fruits, the promise and earnest of better work (Romans 8:23). What are the fruits being manifested from your lives?

    Opening illustration: In the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Kerri Strug faced the trial of her life. She had injured her ankle on the vault and was in great pain as she approached her final attempt to determine whether the U.S. gymnastics team would win the gold medal. She moved the crowd with an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Knows What He Is Looking For Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 5, 2009
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    This is the first in a series on the life of David. After giving some background, this lesson focuses on how God chooses and prepares His servants.

    Introduction A. Happy New Year church family! Welcome to 2009 – the last year of the first decade of the 21st century! Hard to believe. B. Have you chosen any resolutions for the new year? 1. I heard about a man who announced that he was starting a diet as the new year began. 2. His friend ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Waiting Game Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006
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     | 4,276 views

    Looking in the first chapter of Acts, we see how we are to live in the "in between times", centered on God and full of purpose.

    The Waiting Game: How To Make the Most of the In Between Times Acts 1:12-26 Do you ever feel like most of your life is spent waiting around? Christian Rapper KJ 52 asks what is on all our minds in his song, “Why:” Why do I have to wait in line just to wait in another line And when I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Series

    Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Jan 13, 2019
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     | 8,394 views

    The Baptism of Jesus was an unusual event teaching us lessons.

    “Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Mark 1:1-10 (KJV) 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Zero To Hero Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on May 3, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 23,133 views

    Ruth- The personification of getting to the top by fighting your way to the bottom.

    “Don’t go back to your mother-in-law empty-handed.” These are the last words of Ruth in the entire book of Ruth. These are the words that define this woman. Ruth is a model of selfless concern for others. Ruth is the poster child of Jesus’ teaching: The greatest in the kingdom is the servant of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pentecost: A New Beginning Series

    Contributed by Scott Jewell on Aug 26, 2016
     | 8,019 views

    What happened at this Jewish feast called Pentecost? Why did it draw so much attention? What does it mean for us today?

    Fifty days had passed since Passover. Jesus has ascended to heaven, having left the disciples with instruction to wait in Jerusalem until the promised Counselor would come upon them with power. The city of Jerusalem was teeming with Jews whom had come on pilgrimage to celebrate Pentecost, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    This Scripture Is Fulfilled In Your Hearing

    Contributed by Christopher Martin on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,232 views

    Preached 1/24/2010 at St. Paul, McConnellsburg, St. Paul’s, Big Cove Tannery, and Mt. Zion, Little Cove. My 1st Sermon in the McConnellsburg parish.

    Today is a big day for all of us in the congregations of the McConnellsburg Lutheran Parish, isn’t it? Today, for the first time in two years, you have your own Pastor in your pulpit. Now I hear that in the time leading up to my arrival, Pastor Joe Hall did a wonderful job as a part time supply ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Maintaining Readiness

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 26, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,751 views

    Jesus shares illustrations to show that his return will be sudden and unexpected. His call on us is to be ready at any moment. The First Sunday of Advent reminds us that Jesus came, and Jesus is coming again!

    Matthew 24:36-44 Maintaining Readiness The military has a readiness system of green, amber and red, to illustrate threat levels we might face at any given time. When you go on base or on post, you’ll see a Force Protection Condition, or FPCON, ranging from normal to delta. Likewise, the president ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Basic Training: The Bible Is God's Word Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 1, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,918 views

    This is the first of a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03)

    BASIC TRAINING: THE BIBLE IS GOD’S WORD PSALMS 119:9-16 & 2 TIMOTHY 3:16-17 NOTE: The drama used in this sermon can be obtained from www.willowdrama.com INTRODUCTION OF THE SERIES: Vince Lombardi, who was the head football coach of the Green Bay Packers for many years, produced one NFL ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Travis Voeltz avatar

    Downsizing Part 1: The Wet Paper Sack Series

    Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Jul 16, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,121 views

    If you only take this away today, remember the Words in verse 3 put no confidence in the flesh and verse 1 rejoice in the Lord.

    Downsizing Part 1: Wet Paper Sack Open Joseph Segel is a name that may not immediately be familiar to you, but what he founded in 1986 probably is. Quality Value Convenience is the name of his creation, but you probably know it better by its acronym: QVC. Since its original broadcast in ’86, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael J McInally Jr. avatar

    Wrestling With God Submitting The Devil

    Contributed by Michael J Mcinally Jr. on Aug 8, 2015
     | 5,852 views

    This was my first time preaching, I shared this message with the young adult group at our church I pray that someone will find it useful and it helps you grow closer to God.

    Wrestling with God Submitting the Devil Before I was saved, I definitely was living for the world. I was trying to make as much as I could so I could get as much stuff as I could. The more I got the more I wanted and but I never was truly satisfied. I spent a lot years living for me but with no ...read more

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    The Ending Of Noah And The Ark Is Redefined

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 28, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,753 views

    A sermon for the first Sunday in Lent, Series B. It is a comparison of all three lessons.

    1st Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Almighty God, you sent your Son into our world to reveal your Word for our lives, and to redeem us from sin and death. Through the power of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Jesus Is The Son Of God. True Or False Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 19, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 5,204 views

    I want to thank Brian Mavis for his inspiration for this series and Josh McDowell for his great book on Evidences. This is the first of 4

    INTRODUCTION • Mel Gibson’s new movie, “The Passion of The Christ” has stirred up a lot of controversy. The movie has also touched the lives of many people in a profound way. • The focus of this movie is the last twelve hours of the life of Jesus. The last twelve hours of the life of Jesus are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ