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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Change? How Can I Sing?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 16, 2024
     | 794 views

    Seems we are so resistant to change. Growth, increase, more must become a focus. What happens when we are stuck in the trap of sameness? The is more. I want to know God in his fullness.

    HOW CAN WE SING A SONG? CHANGE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. As many great teachers have taught, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Start Of Something Beautiful

    Contributed by Charles Banks on Feb 1, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,792 views

    This sermon serves as an analysis into the events surrounding the last few moments of JESUS on the cross and how He resisted His struggle to make sure someone else was taken care of!

    “The Start Of Something Beautiful!!!” John 19:25-26 25. Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene. 26. When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Dealing With Temptation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,556 views

    The way in which Jesus faced temptation teaches us how we can deal with it too. We are all tempted. However, like Jesus, we can resist temptation

    NOTE: The strategies for resisting temptation at the end of this sermon were taken from a sermon entitled "Claiming the Victory – Strategies for Resisting Temptation" by Keith Manry -Foun here on sermoncentral.com Introduction: What tempts you? I’m not talking about the ice cream and chocolate ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Temptation Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 11,373 views

    The basics of temptation have never changed. By looking at Satan’s original temptation of Eve in the Garden, we can recognize temptation when it comes and be better equipped to resist it.

    1. What is the source of temptation? a. Satan not God b. Our willingness to give an audience (foothold) 2. What is the appearance of temptation? a. Close to the truth b. Good, pleasant, desirable 3. What is the result of temptation? a. Succumbing i. Putting our desires ahead of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Akehurst avatar

    Drawing Closer To God

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,170 views

    5 ways to draw closer to God. 1 Submit yourself. 2 Resist the devil. 3 Wash your hands. 4 Sorrow for sin. 5 Realize your worthlessness

    20100418.Sermon.Drawing Closer to God By William Akehurst, BA HSWC James 4 From LAB notes 1-3 Quarrels among believers are always harmful. James tells us that these quarrels result from evil desires within us – we want more possessions, more money, higher status, more recognition. When we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Solid Faith: Best Way To Avoid The Slippery Slope Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 17, 2018
     | 4,999 views

    The road to deeper faith comes through contemplating the Word, the discipline God sends our way or allows, and faithful perseverance. This deeper faith helps us resist the "slippery slope."

    Solid Faith: Best Way to Avoid the Slippery Slope (Hebrews 12:1-17) 1. A mother asked her son, “What did you learn about or do in school today?” Son replied, “We studied explosives and even made some.” “Really?” the mom responded. “And what will you do at school tomorrow?” The boy answered, “What ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Changes Unites Us

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 23, 2016
     | 5,000 views

    We often resist change, but Jesus wants us to accept and even promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone. He wants us to drop all barriers to the cause of Christ.

    I want to start my message this morning by asking the older members a question, and the answer might take you on a trip down memory lane. How many of you remember the TV series “I Love Lucy?” Ricky Ricardo always had a line he used when Lucy did something wrong. It was “Lucy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Prosperous Hand Is Seldom Pious

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 13, 2019
     | 2,975 views

    Should we not resist to flaunt wealth or even seek it as a pastor when the world and even poor Christians think we lack integrity loving mammon rather than God?

    "Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand..." "We live in a day when the temptation to the indulgence of the flesh is very great. Luxuries are common. Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand, and in many a case the prosperity that piety and power have brought has been the ruin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding True Freedom In Christ Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,303 views

    The freedom we have in Christ is greater than any earthly freedom, and we are called to stand firm in our faith, resist returning to sin, and serve one another in love.

    You know how we celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks, BBQs, and hanging out with friends and family? Well, that's all about celebrating our freedom as a country. But guess what? We have an even more amazing freedom to celebrate - the freedom we have in Jesus! Our main idea today is this: The ...read more

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    Mary Of Nazareth And Her Prophetic Journey With Jesus - Part 1- A Heart Of Devotion - Spiritual Warfare - The Wilderness - Clouds Of Darkness Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,113 views

    Our walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, and spiritual warfare.

    "And Mary said, "Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word." And the angel departed from her." (Luke 1:38 ESV) Our walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Grumbling Christian? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,184 views

    This sermon explores finding hope in Jesus, becoming more like Him, and shining His light in the world, even amidst challenges and darkness.

    Good morning, dear friends. We're here together once again. We're here to share. To learn. To grow. We're here to open our hearts to the Word of God. Today, we're going to turn our attention to a beautiful passage. It's a passage that speaks of light. Of becoming. Of joy. It's a passage that ...read more

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  • Thomas H avatar

    Living A Life Of Sexual Purity Series

    Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 4, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,122 views

    Sex. It is big in today’s world. As Christians we are constantly pressured to conform to the world’s low sexual standards. But we must resist and in this passage Paul gives us God’s standards for sexual purity.

    Ephesians 5:3-14 Living a life of sexual purity Sometimes when watching the news on TV some footage might be coming up - say a bomb explosion or war scene - and before they show the footage there is an announcement something like this: This footage contains scenes which may offend some viewers. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    It's Only A Matter Of Time

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 13, 2025
     | 1,246 views

    Time continues to run even when all else stops. Dark nights are inevitable but no matter how dark the night is, it will always give way to light in the morning. It's only a matter of time. Every problem in life has an expiry date.

    TEXT: Exodus 9:5 "And the LORD appointed a set time, saying, To morrow the LORD shall do this thing in the land." TIMES AND SEASONS Are you afraid of the dark night? Many people are, but one thing we are sure of in life is that the dark night will always give way to the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Shine The Light Of Christ - Isaiah 60:3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 468 views

    In a world filled with spiritual darkness, God has called His people to be light-bearers, this is not our light, but the light of Christ shining through us.

    Go! And Shine the Light of Christ Isaiah 60:3 (NLT): “All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance.” Introduction Imagine for a moment a darkened stadium. The power goes out. Thousands sit in confusion, waiting in silence. Suddenly, a single torch is lit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Dunn avatar

    Walking In The Light Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 18, 2026
     | 209 views

    Walking in the light means remaining oriented toward Christ, trusting references, abiding near Him when clarity fades and darkness surrounds.

    Night flying has its own unique challenges. During the day, a pilot has constant reference points — the horizon, the ground, landmarks that quietly tell you where you are in relation to everything else. At night, many of those references disappear. You can still fly. The aircraft still responds. ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist