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    Manhood SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,481 views

    Help encourage men to act like men.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to reflect, to learn, and to grow. Today, we are going to focus on a topic that is of ...read more

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    The Power And Purpose Of Self-Control

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
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    In a time when the pace of life is ever-accelerating, and our senses are constantly bombarded with stimuli urging instant action and reaction, the Biblical virtue of self-control remains as pertinent as ever.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Edmund Hilary the first man who conquered Mount Everest was asked by an interviewer about his passions for climbing mountains. He gave this reply: "It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves." Peter the Great of Russia is quoted as saying, "I have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope When You Least Expect It

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 26, 2025
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    “Hope is called the anchor of the soul (Hebrews 6:19), because it gives stability to the Christian life. But hope is not simply a ‘wish’ … rather, it is that which latches on to the certainty of the promises of the future that God has made.” -RC Sproul

    Hope When You Least Expect It      Jeremiah 29:1-14 Introduction “Hope is called the anchor of the soul (Hebrews 6:19), because it gives stability to the Christian life. But hope is not simply a ‘wish’ … rather, it is that which latches on to the certainty of the promises of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Revival

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 29, 2025
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    Revival is not just an option—it is the spark that reignites the fire of faith and empowers us to walk in the life He has destined for us. Let us cry out together, “Lord, revive us again!”

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: The history of our nation with Judeo-Christian leanings is deeply engraved with the acknowledgment that their founding principles were influenced by God's Word. From the earliest settlers who sought religious freedom to the framing of laws and constitutions, America ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is It Time To Receive? Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 28, 2025
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    God calls us to reject restless covetousness and instead receive, in His timing, the free garment of Christ’s righteousness and eternal life.

    Part One – Drop the Shovel: Guard the Heart Opening Illustration – The Grand Canyon Shovel Some years ago I traveled to the Grand Canyon with my young son. We stood on the rim looking out over that breathtaking, mile-wide chasm. He tugged at my sleeve and asked, “Daddy, how did it form?” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Love God With All Your Heart Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 2, 2025
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    One person asked Jesus a question that I think is one of the most important questions one can ask. He was a teacher of the law. His question was one that should concern all of us: What is the greatest commandment?

    LOVE GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART Introduction If you could sit down with Jesus and a cup of coffee, what would you most like to ask him? -Why is there suffering in the world? -What happens after death? -Why do bad things happen to good people? -What is the meaning or purpose of life? -Is there life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stop, Retain Your Position PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to seek God, stabilize their spiritual position, and strengthen their faith by forgetting the past and focusing on spiritual growth.

    Welcome, beloved family of God! It is a joy to gather together once more, bound by our shared love for our Savior and our collective desire to grow closer to Him. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to learn, to grow, to be refreshed, and to be challenged. Today, we ...read more

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    Speak, Lord, Because Your Servant Hears PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,286 views

    The sermon encourages us to be like Samuel, ready and willing to listen, learn, and live out God's Word in our daily lives.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I am thrilled to see each one of you here today, gathered in fellowship and unity, ready to open your hearts to the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Lord has something to say to us, something to teach ...read more

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    May You Be Transfigured! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 568 views

    This sermon encourages us to truly know God, heed His instructions, and align our actions with His word, serving Him with energy, boldness, and contentment.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another time of fellowship and sharing in God's word. We're here because we believe in the power of the Gospel. We believe in the transformative potential of the Scriptures, and we are gathered here to engage with the Word, to meditate on it, and to let it seep into our ...read more

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    Testing Times PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024
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     | 837 views

    Explores Jesus' journey through the wilderness, emphasizing the importance of trials in revealing our true selves and strengthening our faith.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's always a blessing to stand before you, to share the word of God, to be part of this spiritual family, and to be in the presence of our Father. Today, we gather under His grace and His love to understand His word and His will for us. We gather to grow, to ...read more

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    Fatherhood In This Generation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,701 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of fathers as spiritual leaders in their families, following God's design for fatherhood, and to encourage support for fathers in our community.

    Good morning and happy Father’s Day! Today, we're going to dive into something that impacts our families, our communities, and our world - fatherhood. In a time when the role of a father is often misunderstood, misrepresented, or even dismissed, the Bible provides us with clear guidance on God's ...read more

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    Information Overload PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,172 views

    Explores the vastness of God's knowledge, our limitations in comprehending it, and finding fulfillment in knowing our Omniscient God amidst information overload.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It is indeed a joyous day, a day the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice, to learn, and to grow in His Word. We are nestled here in this sanctuary, a haven of hope, a place of peace, where we can come together as brothers and sisters in Christ, to share in ...read more

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    Willing Waiters

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on May 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,044 views

    : The CAUSE of Conflict

    A guide at Blarney Castle in Ireland was explaining to some visitors that his job was not always as pleasant as it seemed. He told them about a group of disgruntled tourists he had taken to the castle earlier in the week. "These people were complaining about everything," he said. "They didn’t like ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How Shall We Escape? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 29, 2012
     | 11,715 views

    Many professing Christians treat the Faith as though it were optional; God calls us to absolute commitment.

    “We must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For since the message declared by angels proved to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reclaiming Blessing From Tragedy

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,787 views

    We serve a God of the impossible! When we face seemingly impossible situations like times of tragedy, this story teaches us that God is able to turn things around and reclaim blessings from tragedy.

    Introduction: We serve a God of the impossible! When we face seemingly impossible situations like times of tragedy, this story teaches us that God is able to turn things around and reclaim blessings from tragedy. Let us look at 7 steps to do this: I React to the situation i) She did something ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic