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    Voluntarily Sacrifice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024
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     | 588 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' sacrifice, the importance of surrendering self-will, and the assurance of salvation through His resurrection.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather together under the warm embrace of His love, let us remember that we are not merely attendees, but active participants in the wonderful story of God's redemption. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds to a Scripture that is both a climax and a ...read more

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    The Two Crosses In The New Testament PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024
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     | 594 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of self-denial, sacrifice, and surrender in following Christ, leading to true life and salvation.

    Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come together with hearts open wide, eager to receive the divine wisdom that God has lovingly prepared for us. Today, we will be embracing an enlightening discussion that ...read more

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    Stop Milking It Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 27, 2023
     | 2,844 views

    Christians should be growing in maturity in the faith. This comes through removing self and putting Christ first in all things.

    Corinthians Series (Part Four) Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Well we’re back in Corinthians today, and we’ve moved into chapter three of this great book by the Apostle Paul. And just to quickly summarize what we’ve seen so far… you’ll remember that Corinth is a trade city. Paul was sent there after ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Ripple Effect

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 13, 2023
     | 1,150 views

    Conflict between the old and the new can lay the foundation for growth, even if the self-examination and change can be painful.

    One afternoon when I was 14 or 15, my father and I down in a bottom of a large hole in the side yard digging a septic tank. We were digging with a trowel and a pair of pruning shears, because the ground was so laced with tough, springy ivy roots that you couldn’t use a shovel, you had to scrape ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    That I May Know Him (1) - Knowing Jesus Series

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 27, 2024
     | 1,072 views

    To know Jesus is to 'unknow' self and be enveloped in him. It is to live for him and allow him to live in you.

    TEXT: Philippians 3:8-11 (NLT) "Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ and become one with him. I no longer count on my own ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Treasure Seekers

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,365 views

    Treasure seekers who seek first the kingdom of God find His kingdom to be more than they could ever imagine. When filled by God, they are ready to share out of the abundance of what they have received.

    TREASURE SEEKERS Matthew 6:19- 34 I hope the kids are excited about this year’s VBS. It is called Treasure Cove and the goal is to inspire kids to be treasure seekers, not for the treasures this world has to offer, but for the treasure that will never spoil or rot – an intimate relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Week Four The Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,671 views

    A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY

    THE CHURCH OR A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses the importance and history of the church. Doctrines are often misunderstood or abused, and the doctrine of the church is no exception. Differences in understanding church membership and its importance can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Disciples With Discipline Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,225 views

    Self-denial and spiritual discipline are not popular topics in today’s culture. But a Christianity without a cross is not Christianity at all. This sermon launches a fifty day focus on spiritual disciplines.

    Disciples with Discipline (Fifty Days of Consecration #1) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27[1] 3-20-05 Introduction This morning we want to prepare for the Fifty Days of Consecration that begins next Sunday. The fifty days begins on Easter (March 27th) and will conclude on the Day of Pentecost (May 15th). ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Fantastic Faith

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,449 views

    are you surrendered or self centered? --A Self centered see himself as ok, everything is going fin. Sure I have a few problems but nothing I cant handle. I am a Christian you know. We must see ourselves as we really are!

    Fantastic Faith ILL>> Dad packs up and leaves it all - in blind faith believing in God for provision and placement. Why do we need faith. I am saved. Isn’t that all I need? - are you surrendered or self centered? --A Self centered see himself as ok, everything is going fin. Sure I have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Warfare: Declassified

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 27, 2014
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     | 3,935 views

    Satan doesn’t want you to think about spiritual things. Rather, he only wants us to dwell on our own selfish desires. Avoid the temptation to delay any thoughts of spiritual self-examination, and make it a priority to encourage others for self-examination

    Opening illustration: During any war, the enemy’s strategy is to conceal/hide some important information from the adversary so that they will not be successful in their endeavor. In fact the enemy will try to subdue the adversary so that they succumb to defeat. The information that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Awful And Surprising Truth Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,685 views

    This is installment 6, the final installment of my "Anchor Points" series.

    ¡§Anchor Points¡¨ ¡§An Awful & Surprising Truth¡¨ Selected Scriptures March 5, 2000 Anchor Point #6: ¡§God is Love¡¨ INTRODUCTION: ¡§The Niagara Tubing Society: A Parable for our Times¡¨ It was late; sometime after 11:00, to the best of my calculating, but since I¡¦d left my watch in my room, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Tune In To God Don't Tune Out!

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,517 views

    We need to make sure our radio is tuned to God. Samuel tuned into God while Eli tuned God out.

    Tune in to God! Don’t Tune Out! Thesis: We need to make sure our radio is tuned to God. Samuel tuned into God while Eli tuned God out. Opening Visual Illustration: Tuning In – Video Clip – Visual Edge, Group. Illustration: There is one interview with a pro football player that stands out in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    More Than A Makeover Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on May 6, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 16,276 views

    God is interested in new creations, not in just changing the outside.

    April 28, 2002 2 Corinthians 5:17 “More than a makeover” INTRODUCTION [read 2 Cor. 5:17] Another pastor told the story of an interesting classmate that he had while he was in Bible college. His name was Shannon. What made him interesting was his looks. His hair was a different color each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In The Kingdom 21 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 8, 2022
     | 2,356 views

    This is part two of my message on Matthew 7:13-14 which looks at what Jesus said about entering the narrow gate. In this messahe we look at what it takes to enter that narrow gate.

    Living in the Kingdom 21 Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14; 15:18-19; Romans 6:1-7; 12-18 This is part two of the message I started last week. If you recall from last Sunday, Matthew 7:13-14 says, “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Day God Died Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 27, 2023
     | 2,077 views

    Mark's version of the crucifixion of Jesus is concise and focuses mostly on the people who witnessed the crucifixion and their response to it. We too must respond to the crucifixion of Jesus and it is something that we must do daily.

    Introduction A. I want to begin with a true story about a girl named Donna and a boy named Felipe. 1. Donna Ashlock and Felipe Graza were high school freshman in a small farming community near San Francisco. 2. Felipe was infatuated with Donna and considered her his girlfriend. 3. He would often go ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ