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    The Gift Of Now PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
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     | 1,255 views

    This sermon explores the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, emphasizing the importance of understanding life's seasons and trusting in God's perfect timing.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in faith, love, and hope. We stand on the threshold of a new day, a new week, a new opportunity to experience the unfathomable richness of God's grace. And in this sacred space, we are invited to ...read more

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    The Sabbath: A Blessing PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
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    This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring the Sabbath, understanding our identity in faith, and prioritizing our faith in our daily lives.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is yet another blessed day to gather together in the house of our Lord and share in His word. A day to set aside our worldly worries and focus on the divine wisdom and guidance that God offers us through His scriptures. The scripture we are ...read more

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    I Will Raise It Up PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
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     | 746 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of revering God's house, defending our faith, and truly knowing God to energetically serve, boldly share, and find contentment in Him.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of faith, united in the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are blessed to gather in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to learn from His teachings. Our focus today is drawn from the Gospel of John, ...read more

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    Armor Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,116 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to actively engage in spiritual warfare, using divine weapons provided by God, and to pray unceasingly for strength and wisdom.

    Beloved congregation, we stand today on the precipice of a profound revelation, a revelation that will surely strengthen our faith and fortify our hearts. We gather here not as mere spectators, but as active participants in a glorious drama, a drama that unveils the grandeur of our God and the ...read more

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    God's Thoughts About Me (Psalm 139) Series

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 93 ratings
     | 160,185 views

    God knows us competely and thinks about us continually.

    Gods Thoughts About Me Psalms 139 QUIZ – Meant to be really difficult – might take you all of a second to answer these… (answer them silently) Which country makes Panama hats? Ecuador In which month do Russians celebrate the October Revolution? November. The Russian calendar used to be 13 days ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Angel Announces Judgment Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 2, 2018
     | 6,988 views

    Israel's weeping was not a sign of true repentance. It was a passing emotional experience that brought no change to their hearts.

    Chapter 8 Angel Announces Judgment [Judges 2:1–5] Scripture 1And an angel of the LORD came up from Gilgal to Bochim, and said, I made you to go up out of Egypt, and have brought you unto the land which I sware unto your fathers; and I said, I will never break my covenant with you. 2And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Other Gods (Part 2 Of 8) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Feb 15, 2008
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     | 6,290 views

    Idolatry can challenge our faith in many ways. To understand this command and all of the Ten Commandments, we must view them from a New Testament perspective.

    Thou shalt have no other gods before Me / Thou shalt not make for thyself an idol. In this portion of study we will examine both of these commands together because they are so closely related. Keep in mind that all of the commandments concerning worship and obedience are based on the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew 6:5-13 When You Pray

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2024
     | 2,768 views

    Jesus give us a plan and pattern for prayer. When put his teaching into practice we enter into a rich daily encounter with the Lord

    Here we go, Matthew chapter 6, beginning in verse 5. You'll follow along with me. "And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites, for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Gifts To Give The Next Generation - Mother's Day 2024

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 9, 2024
     | 1,719 views

    Repeatedly, tell them they are loved by their Heavenly Father. Repeatedly, tell your children that every one of God’s commands is an invitation to help yourself to happiness. Repeatedly, tell the next generation that every time the Bible says, “Don’t do this,” He’s saying, “Don’t harm yourself.”

    Here are some interesting things I have heard moms say. 1. My kids sure make a lot of plans for someone who can’t drive anywhere. 2. One mom said to another, “That’s it. I’m selling my kid on eBay.” The other mom replied, “Don’t be silly! You made him. Sell him on Etsy.” 3. Nothing is lost until ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In Anxiety Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on May 7, 2009
     | 5,603 views

    Worry is something we all do but Paul says we need to never worry and instead discover the peace of god through prayer.

    Phil. 4- I have enjoyed preaching through this book of Philippians but while preaching through it it has also revealed just how much further I have to go as a person trying to live my life in such a way that it pleases our Heavenly Father. Every week has revealed shortcomings I see in myself that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Second Mile Marathon Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Feb 13, 2012
     | 6,392 views

    God is honored, and His glory proclaimed, when we go above and beyond what the world expects. Jesus challenges all of us to live life as "second mile marathoners." Are you up to the challenge?

    The Second Mile Marathon - Matthew 5:38-42 - February 5, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #16 One summer evening in Broken Bow, Nebraska, a weary truck driver pulled his rig into an all-night truck stop. He was tired and hungry. The waitress had just served him ...read more

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    Lessons From Elijah's Translation

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 8, 2009
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    Contrast is made between Elisha and the other prophets. Lessons also drawn from Elijah on how to finish well.

    Lessons from Elijah’s Translation II Kings 2:1-18 3-29-09 Intro Two men in the Old Testament did not experience death. They were raptured into heaven when their time here on earth was accomplished. One was Enoch. Enoch’s life is summarized in the Bible with two statements. One in the O.T. and one ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Young Men Behaving In The Church

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jun 17, 2003
    based on 81 ratings
     | 11,927 views

    A message to help young men find the designed purpose by God for their significant role in life.

    YOUNG MEN BEHAVING IN THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: TITUS 2:6 - 9 INTRODUCTION The story is told of a young student who went to his spiritual teacher and asked the question, "Master, how can I truly find God?" The teacher asked the student to accompany him to the river, which ran by the village ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Test Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,234 views

    We will all one day face the most difficult challenge of our lives as we face the test of faith.

    Heroes of Faith: Abraham The Test of Faith Genesis 12:1-14 Introduction We want to close this series of sermons on the life of Abraham with the most famous story arising from his life—that of the sacrifice of his son, Isaac. I need to remind you that Abraham had been promised a son through ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    1st Things 1st: "God Speaks Through His Word" Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 19, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 13,793 views

    The Bible is God’s introduction of himself to us. If God speaks, don’t you want to listen?

    First Things First #5 “God Speaks Through His Word” Hebrews 1:1-4 Have you ever found yourself right in the middle of a problem, a storm of life and just the right Scripture pops into your head… at just the right time to comfort, to encourage, or to strengthen? • I love the account in Matthew of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ