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    Starting A New Year PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023
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    Encourages embracing the New Year with hope, courage, and perseverance, guided by God's wisdom to navigate life's seasons and overcome past challenges.

    Greetings, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, let us embrace the promise of a fresh start that the New Year brings. We stand at the threshold of a new beginning, the dawn of a new season, and the commencement of a fresh chapter in the story of our lives. The past year may have been ...read more

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    A Little While Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 9, 2022
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    This sermon explores Jesus' cryptic words "in a little while" and the connection to the disciples time of both grief and joy, and how his words apply to believers today.

    If you have been with us for a while, you know we have been going through the book of John actually for over a year now. We actually are getting close to the end. If you have been with us the last few weeks, you know that we have been in the part of the gospel that represents the last week of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A No Fail Recipe

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 16, 2005
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    A witness is someone who by explanation and demonstration gives audible and visible evidence of what he has seen and heard without being deterred by the consequences of his action. S. Briscoe

    A No Fail Recipe - Acts 26:16-18 Acts 26:16 - But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; 17 Delivering thee from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Virtuous Kingdom: Worship Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 14, 2008
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    Sermon Objective: To encourage the congregation to inspect their lives for the transforming evidence of the reign of God.

    The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Heart Worship Mark Chapter 11:1-11 Sermon Objective: To encourage the congregation to inspect their hearts for the transforming evidence of the reign of God. INTRO: A key to playing any sport at a level that is enjoyable is the mastering ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Patmos

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 28, 2009
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    To encourage the church by showing Christ’s authority over, rule of, and participation in the hardships of life.

    PATMOS Revelation 1:9-10 Sermon Objective: To encourage the church by showing Christ’s authority over, rule of, and participation in the hardships of life. Supporting Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Psalm 24:7-10; Psalm 72:1-11; James 4:8; 1 John 4:4 Special note: Pastor Ken used a soloist to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Explanation Of Peter

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 27, 2019
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    Who was I that I could withstand God?

    PETER’S EXPLANATION. Acts 11:1-18. The turning point in Luke’s Gospel was when Jesus ‘steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem’ (Luke 9:51). The turning point of Luke’s second volume, the Book of Acts, is found in the breaking down of objections to the inclusion of Gentiles in the church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heirs Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 24, 2012
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    As God's adopted children, we have an interitance of God's abundant grace--every spiritual blessing. We do not need to wait in order to receive our inheritance. It is ours now.

    Ephesians 1:3-14 “Heirs of Grace” INTRODUCTION Good news comes in many forms and each of us has specific desires of what we want to hear. • “Congratulations! You’ve won the Lottery!” • “You’re cancer free and you are cured. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Co-Opted Kingdom

    Contributed by Ken Pell on May 24, 2010
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    God’s people are a Kingdom and are to pursue Kingdom objectives that transcend earth-bound pursuits.

    THE CO-OPTED KINGDOM Rev. 5:6-10 Sermon Objective: God’s people are a Kingdom and are to pursue Kingdom objectives that transcend earth-bound pursuits. Intro I want to let you know how much I am enjoying our journey through The Revelation. I have been studying it for quite a while now and backing ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Strength For The Journey

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 20, 2023
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    A sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, Year A

    February 19, 2023 - Transfiguration Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 2 Peter 1:16-21; Matthew 17:1-9 Strength for the Journey Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The season of Epiphany culminates today with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Unshaken: Standing Firm In The Face Of Persecution Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Apr 8, 2025
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    As we head into the era of chaos where the the world is in crisis, with War and battle zones drawn, frequent natural disasters across nations, political upheavals and unrest, Injustice, pride, selfishness and Godlessness prevails. Christians face rampant persecution.

    I. Stand Firm in Conviction Core Verse: Daniel 3:16-18 16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. 17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Ingredients For Effective Praying

    Contributed by Tamela Walker on Jul 31, 2021
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    The Model Prayer

    The Ingredients for Effective Praying! Matthew 6:5-15 Surveys show that more than 90% of humanity pray daily understand that it is an essential part of our Christian walk. The Scriptures give us clarity regarding the importance of Praying. When believers pray unto our Father in Heaven many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Isn't God Fair Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 22, 2007
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    Message 4 of 4 on tough questions. This message is based on Psalms 73

    Tough Questions � Real Answers Why Isn’t God Fair? May 6, 2007 If God is good, shouldn�t we receive more �good� things in our life? 1 Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. 2 But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. Psalms ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Giving Generously Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2023
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    When we give with thanksgiving in our hearts and with faith that the Lord will provide us with our basic needs such an act is truly a sweet aroma unto the Lord!

    Generous Giving Philippians 4:10-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Sitting in a dark dreary prison for five years, chained to a Praetorian Guard, totally reliant on others for the necessities of life and yet still have an attitude of unspeakable joy, would require an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persecution And Renewal: Why Opposition To The Church Could Signal Revival

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Jun 22, 2025
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    Recent years have witnessed a troubling rise in the persecution of Christians across the globe. In some countries, believers face brutal oppression — imprisonment, physical violence, even martyrdom.

    Recent years have witnessed a troubling rise in the persecution of Christians across the globe. In some countries, believers face brutal oppression — imprisonment, physical violence, even martyrdom. Even in Western societies that pride themselves on tolerance and pluralism, there is an escalating ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Are You A Philippian Church?

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 10, 2007
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    The Apostle Paul had a special relationship with the church at Philippi. God had blessed them, they realized it and they showed it in their affection for Paul. Is your church a Philippian church? I preached this as a guest preacher for a Thanksgiving e

    -Words are important, wouldn’t you agree? -There is a big difference between saying, “That’s looks terrific!” and “That looks interesting.” -The impact of “I love you” is very different than “I hate you.” -The name of one’s church says a lot as well. Bethlehem Lutheran Church is a wonderful name ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran