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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Organization Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 9, 2024
     | 1,133 views

    It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges associated with Kingdom work.

    The Organization of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 3 (1-8 for Text) It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Is Finished PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
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     | 2,872 views

    This sermon explores God's infinite grace, our role as co-workers in His service, and the importance of building our lives on the foundation of Jesus Christ.

    Good morning, beautiful people of God! Isn't it a joy to gather together in His name? Today, we're going to talk about some really transformative stuff. We're going to be chatting about grace, performance, and what it really means when we say, 'It is finished.' Let's start with a quote from a ...read more

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    Race Toward Godliness

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,261 views

    Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day.

    Race Toward Godliness 1 Timothy 6:11-16 Introduction Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day. Other people are bigger fans. “This is the hardest thing I’ve ever put my body through, but for me, running is a mental game. I’ve learned that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Names Of God: El Shaddai, The God Who Gives From His Own Abundance Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 1, 2022
     | 1,939 views

    Do you believe that God is faithful? Do you believe that he will work all things out? Because he certainly will. He is our provider. And from his bounty, we are fed. But many times in life we try to feed ourselves from our own bounty, as we wait on God’s promises to come true.

    "Roger Simms, hitchhiking his way home, would never forget the date--May 7. His heavy suitcase made Roger tired. He was anxious to take off his army uniform once and for all. Flashing the hitchhiking sign to the oncoming car, he lost hope when he saw it was a black, sleek, new Cadillac. To his ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Release The Good To Embrace The Great PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,279 views

    Encourage believers to let go of their past, embrace the greatness of knowing Christ, and live fully in the present moment as part of God's divine plan.

    Good morning, church family. I love that we have the chance to come together today, to share in fellowship, and to delve into God’s word. We're going to take a close look at a particular passage from Philippians today. Before we get into that, I’d like to share a quote with you from Daphne Rose ...read more

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    Solution To Church Conflict

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 1, 2025
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     | 521 views

    Church unity is not preserved through debates or leadership but through agape love—a voluntary, unconditional, and sacrificial love that mirrors Christ's sacrifice on the cross, calling believers to forgive, serve, and seek reconciliation over division.

    Loving God by Loving one Another 1 John 4:7-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What happens when the people who are supposed to love each other the most turn against one another? Have you ever walked into a church and sensed the tension in the air? Maybe it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Planned On Purpose (Nov.)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 14, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,434 views

    This is a lesson for the last week of November, on planned giving for Christmas

    Planned on PURPOSE, last week of November By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Cor. 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Matthew 26:15 And said unto them, What will ye give me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Three Wise Men

    Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 12, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 24,801 views

    What can we learn from the Three Wise Men and their devotion to finding the Christ Child

    Read scripture: Whenever we have new challenges and opportunities arise we are faced with making choices. This story from Matthew tells of many decisions that these wise men were faced with making as they pursued their journey with finding the baby Jesus. We, too, are pursuing things here at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is The Beef? Where Is The Fruit?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,011 views

    The average church member spends more a month on PREMIUM TV CABLE AND SATELLITE SYSTEMS THAN ON MISSIONS. WHERE IS THE BEEF? WHERE IS THE FRUIT?

    WHERE IS THE BEEF? WHERE IS THE FRUIT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com The average church member spends more a month on PREMIUM TV CABLE AND SATELLITE SYSTEMS THAN ON MISSIONS. WHERE IS THE BEEF? WHERE IS THE FRUIT? I begin the lesson with a big, sweet yellow apple in my hand. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Your Calling

    Contributed by Frank Edwards on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,204 views

    This morning I want to talk about the calling of God on our lives.

    Our Calling 2 Peter 1:3-11 Story: The St. Bernard Dogs in the Alps who seek out travelers lost in a storm take their mission very seriously. One of these dogs returned late one afternoon, wearied from fighting his way through the drifts. He went to his kennel, lay down in a corner, and acted ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Consider Your Ways

    Contributed by Clayton Beck on Jan 16, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,481 views

    Putting God first!

    Consider Your Ways… Haggai 1:2-8… 2 Thus speaketh the LORD of hosts, saying, This people say, The time is not come, the time that the LORD’S house should be built. 3 Then came the word of the LORD by Haggai the prophet, saying, 4 Is it time for you, O ye, to dwell in your cieled houses, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With Anger

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Feb 10, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,600 views

    This sermon tells how a Christian and the church should deal with anger

    6th epiphany 2011 Matthew 5:21-37 Dealing with Anger We can do some crazy things when we allow our anger to take hold of us. Have you done things while you were angry that you wish you could take back? Anger can be one of the most destructive things in our life, especially if it is anger that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    In The Service Of The King

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 22, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,964 views

    As Christians we need to use the gifts and talents we have been given toserve the King of Kings

    In the Service of the King Matthew 25:14-30 September 6, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Reaching the end of a job interview, the Human Resources rep asked a young accountant who was fresh out of school, "What starting salary were you thinking about?" The Accountant said, "In the neighborhood of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Dare To Go Deeper

    Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jul 7, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 46,301 views

    This sermon is about ensuring that you go deeper in your relationship with Christ

    Dare to Go Deeper Ezekiel 47:1-12 Introduction The Book Ezekiel is a replete with visions and at the centre of the vision in this passage is that resource we can’t do without: water. Water is the secret of a full spiritual experience (See John 7:37-39) and is often the symbol of the word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Train Yourself To Be Godly

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 34,450 views

    In urging Timothy to train himself in godliness, Paul borrowed a term from the realm of athletics. The verb which is variously translated in different versions of the Bible as “exercise,” “discipline,” or “train” originally referred to the training of yo

    TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:7 TITLE: TRAIN YOURSELF TO BE GODLY The apostle Paul did not take for granted the godliness of his spiritual son Timothy. Though Timothy had been his companion and co-laborer for a number of years, Paul still felt it necessary to write to him, “(exercise) train yourself to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal