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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    To Put God First Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
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    Your first decision to follow Jesus should influence every other decision you make in life.

    “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.” Matthew 7:13-14, NLT “If any of you wants to be my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ephesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
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    Explores understanding God's heart in Revelation, rekindling our initial love for Him, and aligning our actions with this renewed love.

    Good morning, beloved family of God, gathered here today to delve deeper into the mysteries of His Word, to uncover the treasures hidden within its pages, and to align our hearts with His. We are gathered here today under the banner of His love, united in our shared faith, and bound by the common ...read more

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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Pray First

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2015
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    We are never stronger than when we bow our hearts and heads in prayer. It is to be our first option, not our last resort.

    PRAY FIRST 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 • For this month I have prayed that, collectively and individually, we might get a ‘FRESH START’ in our walk with God and His ministry for us. Even though I am a part of the older generation, I don’t want to be ‘stuck’ nor do I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Seek Him Early

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 3, 2007
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    The women came to the tomb of Jesus "early in the morning." Scripture teaches us to seek Him early in the morning, early in life, and early on in every endeavor.

    Seek Him Early Easter CHCC: April 8, 2007 Mark 11 INTRODUCTION: How many of you were here at 7:30 for the Sunrise Service? Did you leap out of bed at 6:00 this morning, full of energy and excitement? I don’t know about you, but I have to set an alarm and drag myself out of bed most ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    As Our Soul Prospers

    Contributed by Tyrone Garay on Dec 21, 2000
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    As we seek first the kingdom of God and all it’s righteousness, everything around us begins to prosper. Spiritual Prosperity

    As our Soul Prospers Text: Ps 139:13-16 13 For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. 14 I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well. 15 My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Wallace avatar

    The Jesus Who Seeks And Saves Sinners Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 4, 2025
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    Zaccheus demonstrated the humble heart of a child in seeking Jesus. Jesus responded by pursuing Zaccheus and seeing him come to repentant and saving faith.

    Over nearly 40 years as a pastor, one of the things I've learned is that when you sign up to be a pastor, you also sign up to be a point man in some very challenging situations. One of the challenging situations I've often been asked to take over has been when a beloved or in some cases, ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Giving God The First Part Of The Day

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 6, 2024
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    God desires a relationship with us. Do we intend to move toward God?

    “Giving God the first part of the day.” Luke 5:16 HOW LONG IS MY LIFE SOURCE: “New Years - NOW IS THE HOUR!” by Melvin Newland, Minister, Central Christian Church, Brownsville, TX A few years ago People Magazine: ? published an article entitled “Dead Ahead” ? telling about a new clock that keeps ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The First Step

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
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    Introductory Consideration 1.

    Introductory Consideration 1. Tom was one of the best friends I had ever had, we had so much in common. We were both from Dutch background, both accountants, both attended the same church and served in consistory together and even lived across the street from each other. Mostly, though, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The First Disciples

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jan 3, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 2,895 views

    This is a Bible study from John 1 that can be preached or used in a small group Bible study setting.

    John 1:35-51 I. The Experience of Andrew & the Other Disciple (v. 35-40) A. The Part That Andrew and the Other Disciple Played (v. 35-37) 1. They stood in the midst of where the Word was preached (v. 35) 2. They heard the proclamation of John the Baptist concerning Jesus (v. 36-37a) 3. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Be First Be Last Series

    Contributed by T D on Dec 31, 2010
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     | 6,928 views

    Living for Christ means living opposite of what the world says.

    Series: It’s Backwards To Be First Be Last Mark 9:33-35 How much of our life do we spending waiting? The doctor’s office, the store, the stoplight – there are hundreds of places we have to wait each day. There is probably a guy out there who has studied the amount of time ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How To Enter God’s Heavenly Kingdom.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Oct 15, 2023
     | 1,264 views

    An easy-to-read parable, but with the most powerful of meanings. It’s a bit scary in times but it clearly outlines our purpose in life, and the consequences; encouraging others to follow Jesus.

    Introduction: Years ago, I was introduced and became fascinated with the topics on the kingdom of heaven, however if I was to introduce or even describe this kingdom, I would not use this morning reading to do so, because although this reading appears relatively easy to follow, it is rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Bobby O avatar

    Bankrupt Before God

    Contributed by Bobby O on Nov 30, 2000
    based on 131 ratings
     | 5,474 views

    Jesus’ Principles for living

    "Bankrupt Before God" Matthew 5:1-3 Introduction : 1.Jesus instructed them in view of "entrance" into the coming kingdom (4:17). a) Natural questions on the heart of every Jew would have been, "Am I eligible to enter Messiah’s kingdom?" "Am I righteous enough to qualify for entrance?" 2.The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Your Choice!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 28,938 views

    God is saying, "It’s your choice. You can choose either blessings or a curse. If you want blessings, then keep my commands."

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL. KANSAS, OK A. Last Sunday the Israelites had begun their invasion of the Promised Land. Now today’s message begins some 5 years later as the invasion has come to an end. God has led them to victory after victory, & now the tribes are ready to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hide And Go Seek

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 30, 2019
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    A study in the Gospel of Matthew 28: 1 – 20

    Matthew 28: 1 – 20 Hide and go seek 1 Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to dawn, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    What Are You Seeking? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 18, 2007
     | 3,560 views

    How do respond to a change in your environment? When Jesus comes on the scene he forces us to think in new ways. Learn how his early disciples dealt with the coming of a big change: the Messiah.

    How do you want people to think of you? I guess it depends on the situation-and your age. When I was younger I wanted to be cool, and I was so not. Today I could be thought of in many roles: husband, son, father, pastor, writer, or musician. When I’m with other pastors I could want to be thought of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel