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    The Pharisee And The Publican Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025
     | 321 views

    Christ reproves two sins, (1) pride in one self, and (2) despising other people.

    A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 18:9-14 Christ reproves two sins, (1) pride in one self, and (2) despising other people. He uses a negative illustration of the Pharisee who is guilty of both. He uses the Publican as a positive illustration of humility and meekness. B. SIMILARITIES OF THE PHARISEE AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Goodness Sakes – Put Your Clothes On! Series

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010
     | 10,686 views

    You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness an

    “For Goodness Sakes – Put Your Clothes On!” Eph. 4: 17-32 OPEN: The title of the sermon today is “For goodness sake-put your clothes on” This is not talking about the clothes you wore to church this morning, I’m assuming that everyone came to church after ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Worship That's For Real PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
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     | 836 views

    Explores seeking sincere spirituality and sacredness through surrendering self, as exemplified by the Samaritan woman's transformative encounter with Jesus.

    Good morning, dear friends! It's a joy to be here with you today, united in our shared love for our Saviour and in our ongoing quest to understand and live out His teachings. We are blessed to be able to gather, learn, and grow together, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share with you the ...read more

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    Go! And Approach The Table Worthily - Corinthians 11:27-29 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 11, 2025
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     | 572 views

    The Lord’s Table is a sacred moment of worship, reflection, and grace. It is a moment of remembrance and communion with our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Yet, Scripture warns us to approach it with reverence.

    Go! And Approach the Table Worthily - Corinthians 11:27-29 Introduction: The Lord’s Table is a sacred moment of worship, reflection, and grace. It is a moment of remembrance and communion with our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Yet, Scripture warns us to approach it with reverence. The Apostle Paul, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Building A Better Life

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2014
     | 4,113 views

    Building better people will never happen accidently. We must grow a plan and purpose. We need creative use of conflict and good communication skills.

    BUILDING A BETTER LIFE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com I. TO BUILD A BETTER FAMILY AND A BETTER LIFE WE NEED GOOD, REGULAR COMMUNICATION... 1 Tim. 6:18 That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; A. COMMUNICATION INVOLVES TWO ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Baptism Celebration

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Dec 7, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,249 views

    Why is baptism so important?

    I. The Basis for Baptism is the Authority of Jesus A. “Then Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keeping Balance

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,449 views

    The importance of being balanced.

    Keeping Balance Matthew 4:1-11 This is the time of year when we make new resolutions about things we are planning to do this year. Although we start out with good intentions, most of our resolutions fall by the wayside soon after the year begins. The temptation to return to what is normal and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    James Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 31, 2022
     | 2,473 views

    The importance of LIVING your Faith

    January 29, 2022 On to the Book of JAMES Most scholars believe the author of this letter was the brother of Jesus and was written perhaps as early as 49 AD. This book has not always been well received. It was the last book to be accepted into the biblical canon and Martin Luther said it was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Spiritual Warfare: Declassified

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 27, 2014
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     | 3,938 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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    A Church The World Needs, Not Wants--Pergamum Pt6 Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Oct 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,511 views

    “Be the church would ya!” Young people practice faith in the same way their parents practice faith. Studies today call this “Moralistic Therapeutic Deism”. It is a very self-centered spirituality; a self-absorbed Christianity.

    Title: “A Church The World Needs--Not Wants--Pergamum” Introduction: I HAVE FOUR CHILDREN and I can tell you—kids, are smart—they know when you aren’t living up to what you believe and what you say! I worked with inner-city, street-wise kids for several years and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Week One Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 15, 2021
     | 3,335 views

    “Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter.

    “Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter. Early church father ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Trust The Living Word - 2 Timothy 3:16–17 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 445 views

    The Bible’s original languages—Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek—are more than historical artifacts; they are living instruments of God's revelation.

    Go! And Trust the Living Word - 2 Timothy 3:16–17 The Bible’s original languages—Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek—are more than historical artifacts; they are living instruments of God's revelation. Though often called "dead" languages, their ancient words are still alive with the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How's Your Memory? Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016
     | 9,312 views

    Remembering what is important

    2 Peter 1b - 4/29/12 Turn with me this morning in the end of your bibles to the book of 2 Peter. We are looking together at the book of 2 Peter. Last week we asked two questions: • How’s your eyesight? and • How’s your memory? And we talked about taking our spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Matter In Life Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,735 views

    Who is important in your life? What is important in your life? More important what does God have to say about it?

    Romans 16:1-27 Getting on the Same Page as God about Who Matters in Life Introduction A. A fun game to play is to ask people if their house was on fire and they could grab 3 things what would those three things would be B. This is a good way to get to know people and get you will get to find out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Have You Been Rescued From The Wrath Of God? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2020
     | 4,973 views

    Paul highlights 4 spiritual changes people go through when they are rescued from the wrath of God: 1. We recognize our sinfulness (vs. 1-3). 2. We repent (vs. 4). 3. We begin to rely on God (vs. 2-5). 4. We begin to reflect our relationship with Christ (vs. 6-11).

    Have You Been Rescued from the Wrath of God? The Book of Romans Romans 2:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 20, 2016 (Revised September 4, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Tonight, in Romans 2 we will explore how to be rescued from the wrath of God. But in order to do that, we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist