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    We're All In This Together PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,244 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and interconnectedness among believers, recognizing each individual's unique value in the body of Christ.

    Beloved in Christ, I greet you in the matchless name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather in this sacred space, both physically and virtually, we are united by the spiritual bond of God's love that transcends all boundaries. Today, we find ourselves at the intersection of faith and ...read more

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    God's Choice & Our Choices Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Jul 15, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 8,773 views

    Temptation offers us many choices that might distract us from serving God. We have the choice to follow God because of one ultimate choice God made on our behalf.

    Recently I heard about a middle school in Oregon that faced a unique problem. It seems that a number of girls there were going into the bathrooms and putting on their lipstick. After they put it on their lips, they pressed their lips to the mirrors leaving dozens of little lip prints. I guess they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #6 Palm Sunday Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 29, 2021
     | 2,815 views

    The process of recognizing where we are on the road and why we are cheering is exactly what lent has been all about - recognizing Jesus willingness to enter into our pain is a reason to celebrate as well as mourn. We celebrate because of His willingness and mourn because of inability to not sin.

    “Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter. Early church father ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Communing With Jesus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 21, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,116 views

    What is communing with God, how do we recognize Him, what gets us in touch with Him and what we will experience when we encounter Jesus!

    COMMUNING WITH JESUS Luke 24:13-32 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHY GRANDMA WAS SPEEDING 1. Freda is over 90 years old and lives in the Woodlands. And she still drives her car to the mall and to church every week. 2. But then one day she was caught speeding. When asked by the police officer why she ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Off The Wall

    Contributed by Larry Bergeron on Aug 22, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,419 views

    Satan wants God’s people distracted from their mission--he wants us "Off The Wall"; but God promises us victory if we remain faithful and stay ON THE WALL

    OFF THE WALL Nehemiah 6:1-16 by Dr. Larry A. Bergeron Red Bay COG,June 3, 2001 (PM) INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Tonight we are going to have a time of testimonies. OPENING REMARKS Turn in your Bibles to the Book of Nehemiah (after Ezra, before Esther) In a few moments we are going to be reading from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Faith - God's Priority - Our Blessing

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,225 views

    Pentecost 19: Many things distract us from the blessings our faith point us toward. But Jesus says to rid ourselves of the things that can harm our faith.

    When I first bought my car, it was a joy to keep it up. I washed and cleaned it several times a week. I didn’t like for Sofi or the kids to eat in it. I was careful to park it so that it wouldn’t be damaged by others opening their doors into it. Oil changes were religious experiences. Taking care ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Good & Best In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 12, 2013
     | 5,424 views

    In Prioritizing the Word of God, we must be : 1) Devoted to the Best (Luke 10:38-39), without settling for and being: 2) Distracted by the Good (Luke 10:40-42).

    The word “priority” is a commonly used one today. Books and seminars purporting to teach people how get their lives in order by understanding and setting their priorities abound. As people’s lives become more frenetic, frantic, disjointed, and disconnected, they battle to stay focused on what ...read more

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    The Cure For The Common Church Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 8, 2012
     | 5,207 views

    Don't try to hide the fact you have quarrels and fights. Deal with the fact that there is divisions and disagreement. Divisions distract us. Learn the principles that can be the cure for the common church.

    Intro: What is it that causes fights and quarrels or division? We see division in families, marriages, teams, governments, and of course churches? Why? Listen to what James the brother of Jesus has to say. James 4.1-3 “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Aren’t they caused ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 16, 2016
     | 6,070 views

    Interactive games and technology are drawing people into and alternative reality, one that cannot be trusted. They're putting blind faith into these distractions instead of finding reasons to put faith in God.

    Called to Faithfulness Hebrews 11:1-6 NKJV Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. 3 By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Intentional Discipleship

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 15, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,505 views

    Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. Mary of Bethany is a wonderful example of this!

    Intentional Discipleship John 12:1-8 Introduction Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. This is a story of celebration and worship that takes place in the home of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Seeking A King (Behold)

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 31, 2019
     | 3,801 views

    God wants us to seek him, but we don't always seek him properly. Even with the distractions, we face in life, God is still there waiting for us.

    Opening and Introduction When I think of looking for something, a book designed for kids comes to mind. It’s a book with pictures called “Where’s Waldo”. Did anyone see any of those books? The idea was to look for this guy with a red and white stripped shirt that always seemed to blend-in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jung Lee avatar

    Confronting Modern Idolatry With God's Unyielding Truth

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 1,364 views

    Exploration of the choices we face, reflected in Elijah's story and our daily lives, urging us to decide between worldly distractions and God's path.

    Introduction Good morning. Today, we're not going to explore Bible stories but also deeply examine the choices we make daily. The scripture takes us back to a challenging moment for the people of Israel. Back then, they were facing a significant drought, not just missing rain but also moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visionary View: Seeing Through God's Eyes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,543 views

    In a world filled with distractions and chaos, it's crucial that we learn to see as God sees. Let's delve into His Word to understand this profound perspective.

    "Visionary View: Seeing Through God's Eyes" Today, we continue our series on the theme of having a "Visionary View," seeing the world and our lives through the eyes of our Heavenly Father. In a world filled with distractions and chaos, it's crucial that we learn to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Let The Wind Blow Again

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025
     | 863 views

    Let the wind blow again! In a generation that is dry, distracted, and drifting, we need the mighty move of the Holy Spirit to stir us back to life, power, purpose, and intimacy with God.

    LET THE WIND BLOW AGAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 3:8 Supporting Texts: Acts 2:1-4, Ezekiel 37:1-10, Joel 2:28-29, Isaiah 44:3, John 7:37-39 INTRODUCTION: The Holy Spirit is often symbolised as wind in Scripture—a mysterious, powerful, and invisible force that brings transformation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Consecrate Yourselves For Tomorrow

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025
     | 557 views

    God is ready to do wonders, but He won’t do it through vessels that are polluted or distracted. Joshua’s call to Israel is the same call to us today: consecrate yourselves.

    CONSECRATE YOURSELVES FOR TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 3:5 Supporting Texts: Exodus 19:10-11, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 1:15-16 INTRODUCTION: God is always ready to move, but He looks for people who are spiritually prepared. In Joshua 3:5, just before ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God