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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Is It Worth It?

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 17, 2013
     | 5,180 views

    Ministry of any kind can be discouraging. In the long run, serving God and man pays off if we don't give up (Galatians 6.9).

    1. Followers of Yeshua (Jesus) are called to imitate his life of service For the Son of man also came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10.45 2. We might think of the professional clergy as being "ministers" -- on call 24/7, however, EVERY believer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Your Treasure Is

    Contributed by Glynda Lomax on May 23, 2021
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     | 3,266 views

    Idolatry is anything we run to besides the Lord for comfort. Whatever we spend all our time, money and energy on will show us if there are idols in our lives.

    The title of my message today is Where Your Treasure Is. We are going to talk about idolatry today. I was doing housework one day this week and the Lord told me something about idolatry. And I said, Lord, I just recorded a podcast on idolatry, Why are we talking about idolatry again? And He ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Sermon 6 - David The Caveman Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 2, 2026
     | 159 views

    While on the run from King Saul, David ends up at the cave of Adullam. We learn two important lessons from his experience during that period.

    Introduction: A. Today, we are going to talk about “David the Caveman” which caused me to think about the Geico insurance advertising campaign from the early 2000s. 1. The campaign was designed to show that switching to Geico insurance is so easy, even a caveman could do it. 2. The campaign ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Factor Of Fear

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025
     | 773 views

    Fear is a trouble way to live your life. Fear can cause many actions but running away from something or being paralyze from Fear is not for a believer.

    The Factor of Fear Joshua 1:1-1:10, 3:1-3:10 Good morning everyone, Please turn to Joshua chapter 1 Joshua son of Nun- N.U.N. not none n.o.n.e.- that sounds funny- Joshua son of none. Sermon title this morning is the factor of fear- I want to look at the life of Joshua; Fear can cause many ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Comfort My People

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025
     | 358 views

    When our words fail, God’s word doesn’t—He comes near, carries us, and renews strength to walk, run, and sometimes soar.

    Isaiah 40 opens with a command from God’s heart: “Comfort, comfort my people.” Not “explain everything,” not “fix everything,” but comfort them. You’ve stood at hospital bedsides, gravesides, kitchen tables where bills and diagnoses stack up, and you’ve whispered, “What do I even say?” Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Pattern To Overcome Temptation

    Contributed by David Kim on Jan 23, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,179 views

    Here in this text, we see a recording of a victory of our Lord over human sin and temptation.

    Scripture: Luke 9:23 Here in this text, we see a recording of a victory of our Lord over human sin and temptation. Matthew’s intention here is to show: (A)Jesus’ right or qualification as a King of kings and Lord of lords by defeating the opposing kingdom and its king, Satan. (B)demonstrate ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    New Year, New Man

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Dec 30, 2006
     | 4,303 views

    A lot of people make resolutions this time of year. Make one yourself....

    Gal 5:16 I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. 17 For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rights, Rewards, And Responsibilities Series

    Contributed by Steve Taylor on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,911 views

    We must be willing to give up our rights, and discipline our bodies to see that we are not an obstacle to the gospel.

    Rights, Rewards, and Responsibilities 1 Corinthians 9 In America we are told that we should value our rights above almost everything else. To be an American is to be free. To be free is to be able to speak freely, write freely, and worship freely. It is a true blessing to be free. We believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Focus Of The Giver Series

    Contributed by David Jenkins on Jul 23, 2004
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,378 views

    The Focus of the Giver

    1st Peter 4:10-11, "10God has given gifts to each of you from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Manage them well so that God’s generosity can flow through you. 11Are you called to be a speaker? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Are you called to help others? Do it with ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "You've Come To Church" Series

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 11,477 views

    The church is not just a physical building. The church is the gate of heaven into the earth.

    “You’ve Come To Church” TEXT- Hebrews 12:22 22 But ye are come unto mount Sion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels 1. The church is Mount Sion. In the backdrop of the text, the writer of the book of Hebrews is saying cut out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Making A New Start (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 12, 2016
     | 8,469 views

    Noah and his family received a second chance. In the same way, 2015 is gone, and 2016 is here.

    Making A New Start Genesis 8:16-22 – Part 2 Introduction: 1. Previously, we began to examine Noah’s life, post flood. We saw God’s extension of grace to Noah and his family. God delivered them from judgment and protected them in the ark of safety. 2. But, after being on the ark ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Joy Of Getting Serious Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,085 views

    Based on Phil. 3:12-21, sermon challenges hearers to keep pressing on in their salvation.

    “THE JOY OF GETTING SERIOUS” Phil. 3:12-21 FBCF – 8/16/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sometimes the word “serious” conjures up less-than-pleasant thoughts. Some of the synonyms for that word: - Grievous – Menacing - Grim – Threatening - Ugly – Unamusing - Unhumorous – Severe So, how can the title of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Roads To Travel Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 24, 2023
     | 2,853 views

    Jesus has just preached the greatest sermon in all of history in Matthew 5-6. It is known as the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew Chapter 7 is the greatest invitation of all times that concludes Jesus’ sermon. What will you do about what Jesus has said?

    One of the elements of a sermon is the invitation. A sermon is more than information preached. In the invitation there is a call to action. What are you going to do with what you heard? How will you respond to how God has spoken to you? Jesus has just preached the greatest sermon in all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Only Takes One

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Apr 8, 2025
     | 412 views

    I’ll Go, Send Me!

    Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. As each day passes, we recognize that we must wear God’s armor, enter the mission field, and hold the line for the freedom defined by Christ. We understand Christ has set us free! This means we are free, indeed. Now we must hold on to that ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    What Are You Looking Forward Too? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,260 views

    Encourage believers to let go of past mistakes and fears about the future, and instead focus on pursuing the heavenly prize with confidence in God's unchanging faithfulness and hope.

    Good morning, church family! You know, I've been thinking a lot about the future lately - I think we all have. In these uncertain times, it can be easy to get caught up in the worry and fear of what's to come. But as Christians, we have a Hope that is steadfast and unchanging, a Promise that we can ...read more

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