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  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Spiritual Fitness Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010
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    In these statements, Paul gave to Timothy, Titus, and now to us, principles which are true and dependable, truths upon which we can build our faith and our lives in Christ.

    Spiritual Fitness A trustworthy statement 08/31/08 AM Text: 1 Timothy 4:1-9 Introduction This morning we have the third lesson drawn from the letters of Paul that we often refer to as the “Pastoral Epistles”, those letters written to Timothy and Titus. In this lesson, as with the others, we focus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Get Out Of The Way...

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 16, 2018
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     | 16,126 views

    God caused them to self destruct, to melt like wax in the fire! God was the greatest weapon on that day, God is our greatest weapon everyday!

    Psalms 68:1-3 NKJ Let God arise, Let His enemies be scattered; Let those also who hate Him flee before Him. 2 As smoke is driven away, So drive them away; As wax melts before the fire, So let the wicked perish at the presence of God. 3 But let the righteous be glad; Let them rejoice before ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "The Sword Of The Lord" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 28, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,946 views

    God frequently trims our resources to get us to depend entirely on Him. When we’re serving in God’s army we become part of the “overwhelming minority.”

    “The Sword of the Lord" Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Many of us are familiar with the management concept of downsizing—we’re told to “do more with less”. However, nations don’t usually downsize when preparing for war! They mobilize their reserves ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    What Is Sin?

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 154 ratings
     | 38,672 views

    To look at what sin is and its effect on mankind.

    What is Sin? Introduction: (1) President Calvin Coolidge returned home one Sunday afternoon from attending morning worship services. His wife, who was unable to attend, asked him what the preacher’s lesson was about that morning. He replied: “Sin.” His wife then proceeded to inquire more about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joshua's Story Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 22, 2016
     | 10,353 views

    Joshua’s Story and life reminds us that success in this life depends on obedience to God’s Word and a desire in your heart to become a God Chaser.

    Opening Video: Joshua and the stones - Video Bluefish.tv Introduction: Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the eternal realm of God. Quote: Stories are powerful. Stories give meaning to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Will It Take?

    Contributed by Robert Tallent on Jul 26, 2024
     | 695 views

    How much are we just like Jonah?

    What will it take? Jonah 1:1-2 Intro: Jonah 1:10 Matt 12:40 For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth. 1. Because of his Reasoning? 1:2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Placebo Faith - The Real Thing Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 1, 2018
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     | 11,213 views

    This message is the conclusion of the series. In this message I examine how fear and a negative self-perception stopped the Children of Israel from entering the Promised Land.

    Placebo Faith – The Real Thing - Part 3 Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1, 6; Proverbs 23:7a; Numbers 14:20-30 Introduction This message will conclude my series on “Placebo Faith – The Real Thing” and also introduce my next series which I will start next week titled, “Recognizing Satan’s Tactics.” In ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Full, But Empty Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 86 ratings
     | 17,529 views

    This message is part of series from Isaiah paralleling ancient Israel and America. Israel was attempting to exault itself. It exposes the problem of human pride and self-sufficiency.

    ISAIAH 2:6-11 FULL, BUT EMPTY Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Why is it imperative that Israel learn to walk in the light of the Lord? Because there is no future or hope in their present condition and way of life. Isaiah now depicts the foolishness of humanity attempting to exalt itself. The cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Follow Me PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 937 views

    The main point of this sermon is to explore the call of Jesus Christ, understanding that while discipleship requires self-sacrifice, it brings immeasurable blessings and a new way of life.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive deep into the life-changing call of Jesus Christ, the cost that comes with answering that call, and the immense blessing it brings into our lives. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer once said, "Salvation is free, but discipleship will cost you your ...read more

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    What To Wear PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 599 views

    Encourage Christians to shed their old, sinful selves and embrace a new self, embodying Christ-like attributes such as compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and forgiveness.

    Good morning, church family! Our scripture today is Colossians 3:9-10. It reads: "Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator." This passage is all about shedding ...read more

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    Knocking Off Rough Edges Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,736 views

    Sometimes as Christians we have rough edges that Jesus needs to knock off us including unbelief, pride, competition, judgmentalism and self interest

    “Knocking off rough edges – Luke 9:37-62” Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/3/06 am S1 - Most people think that we are pretty good Christians and that Jesus is lucky to have us on his side. The disciples thought this also There was once a man named Tom who was promoted to vice president of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ways You Can Leave Church

    Contributed by Chuck Humbert on Aug 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,933 views

    A "self-assessment " type sermon with the intent to have the listeners do a personal examination of where they are spiritually at this point in time. As the cliche' says, "Expect what you inspect"

    WAYS YOU CAN LEAVE CHURCH * INTRODUCTION A. Ever notice how much emphasis is placed on Entrances? An “Entrance” is filled with anticipation, expectation, and potential. 1. Red Carpet and limousines 2. Boxing – entourage 3. Movie – 15 minutes of build-up 4. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perfecting The Saints

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jul 4, 2022
     | 2,121 views

    God demands holiness and perfection from his children. As saints of God, believers must strive to constantly abide in God's presence and depend wholly on him to attain perfection.

    TEXT: 1 Peter 5:10 "But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you." GOD DEMANDS PERFECTION No matter how close you are to God, you must strive for perfection ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Wither Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2014
     | 6,574 views

    Dealing with anger can be seen in this trip to the synagogue.

    • tied to last week’s sermon, the disciples ate from grain field. • lesson, Jesus is the Lord of Sabbath and Lord of everyday. • The theme, Sabbath traditions were not recognized by God. • Sabbath was designed for the man’s good, not mankind to obey restrictive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Shyness And Timidity Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025
     | 80 views

    Shyness and timidity may seem like harmless traits, but they can hinder the believer’s full expression of God’s purpose.

    OVERCOMING SHYNESS AND TIMIDITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." Supporting Texts: Proverbs 28:1; Acts 4:13; Joshua 1:9; Jeremiah 1:6-9; Hebrews 13:6 INTRODUCTION: Shyness ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God