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  • John Dobbs avatar

    What Faith Requires: Decide Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 21, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,385 views

    “If anyone wants to follow after me…” That’s our question for today - if we want to follow Jesus - we have to make a decision. It is not an uniformed decision - Jesus spells out for us what that decision means.

    WHAT FAITH REQUIRES: DECIDE MARK 8:33-38 Introduction We have spent this month thinking about what Faith Requires: -We trust / Believe in Jesus -We persist in our faith through the struggles -We focus our faith on Jesus Christ without distraction Today we finish this series by emphasizing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Go! And Live Life To The Full — The Abundant Life In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 722 views

    Will we follow the thief who steals life, or the Saviour who gives it?

    Go! And Live Life to the Full — The Abundant Life in Christ John 10:10 (NLT): “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.” Introduction: Life to the Full There’s a story told of a man who spent his whole life collecting expensive ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Everyone Needs A Savior

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 17, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,339 views

    A sermon about Jesus' love that lays down its life for us.

    “Everyone Needs a Savior?” John 10:11-18 Who can we trust? I mean who can we really, really trust? We’ve got politicians who are willing to say and, in some cases, do just about anything to get our vote. And how about corrupt preachers and evangelists who are out to steal the money of their ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Four Myths About God’s Judgment Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,365 views

    A look at the two foundations and four popular lies about final judgment.

    1. Myth: “The line dividing heaven and hell is. . . who claims Jesus’ name.” - Matthew 7:24, 26 – “puts into practice,” “does not put them into practice.” - Focus: empty religion. [a, c, g, o] - There is a lot of empty religion out there. - And, as I’ve shared before, one of the biggest myths ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    False Religion Is Worthless

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023
     | 2,271 views

    Jesus talks about two kinds of people, those who are wise and those who are foolish. those who are going after religion and those who desire to have a personal relationship with Him.

    False Religion is worthless Jeremiah 7:1-29 Good morning everyone- so glad you chose to join us. If you would turn to the Old Testament book of Jeremiah Chapter 7 We just finished a series on Abiding in Christ- being connected to God, connecting to others and being sensitive to those that do ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    ...and God Said! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,125 views

    This sermon explores God's unchanging nature, the reliability of His promises, and the importance of obedience to His Word in understanding and receiving these promises.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space, where the Word of God is our guide and His Spirit our constant companion. Today, we gather not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love and faithfulness. We are not here to merely listen, but to engage, to ...read more

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    Finding Real Meaning In Life

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,434 views

    Four things you must do to find real joy and happiness and meaning in life.

    “Finding Real Meaning In Life” March 18, 2007 Years ago on a TV show, a guest appeared that was a body builder. As he entered the stage with his huge muscular body the crowd went crazy as the body builder began to flex his muscles and show his power. The first question asked of him was this: “What ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Continued Downward

    Contributed by Duane Brown on Jan 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,934 views

    Another sermon inspired from Chuck Swindolls Living on the ragged edge

    You’ve no doubt seen the t-shirts or the billboards, or watched the commercials, where the theme was nothing more than…”if it feels good …do it!” It even makes its way into boutique shops, handcrafted on little plaques, and the bookstores line their shelves with self help books like “looking out ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Christ The King - But What Kind Of King Really?

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 2, 2010
     | 3,460 views

    Our actions and attitudes with which we live our lives must be inspired and modeled after both the truth of who Jesus is and the example He has set for us.

    Christ the King – But What Kind of King Really? Phil 2:5-11 November 21, 2010 Intro: We are coming back this morning into our study of Philippians, after a two-week break that celebrated our partnerships in ministry and mission. Those two weeks are an important part of our ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You're In Love

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 2,506 views

    The characteristics of true love.

    When You’re In Love 1 John 4:9 - 10 I. What love is not - Love is not a feeling - Love is not an emotion - Love is not an act II. How do I know when it’s love - Love consumes - we are always on God’s heart is the reverse true? - Love is blind - God sees each of us as His creation...do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mary Lewis avatar

    Flipped Right Side Up Series

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jul 11, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,813 views

    A "God’s eye view" of wealth and possessions

    Flipped Right Side Up James 1:9-11 March 10, 2002 James Boice once heard a statement given by an actress named Sophie Tucker. She was being asked by reporters about her early struggles before she became a success, and whether or not she had been happy in her years of poverty. She answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Allegory Of The Large Pot March 2023 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,949 views

    There was a large black pot and it became the focus of the world. Follow what happened as paint was poured into that pot. There are real meanings behind things here, and an analysis of the paint colour. I hope you enjoy this even though it has a serious meaning behind it.

    THE ALLEGORY OF THE LARGE POT March 2023 PART 1 A large pot had been constructed and placed on public view. It was beautifully made and glistened in the sun but the pot was empty. No one was quite sure why it was empty. Then one day some people came along with a very large tin of paint. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Danny Williams avatar

    He Heard You

    Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,684 views

    A sermon on Prayer, and knowing that God has heard us.

    He Heard You August 3, 2005 – Danny L Williams 1 John 5:11-15 Does Prayer Really Work? Prayer is one of the most misunderstood arts of the human experience-yet it is meant to be one of the most exciting aspects of a life of faith. Prayer is a lonely experience for many of us. Although we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    Our Goal Is To Live A Holy Life

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 26, 2010
     | 3,686 views

    How tol ive a holy life

    We need a Heaven-sent revival, a burning fire from on high, a purifying passion and a forsaking of our stubborn pride. We need a vision of eternity, of Hell and the Judgment Day, A fervent love for our Savior that will gladly serve and obey. We need a Pentecostal purging and a breaking deep within, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Sloth Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 3, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,866 views

    Apathy, not laziness

    Sloth! I feel it when I am slouched on my couch, snack in hand, mindlessly watching TV. Can you identify? Is just being a slug every now and then a sin? Does it really matter to the Lord of the Universe if you live in a cluttered house, have an unkempt lawn, or constantly update a to-do list ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God