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    Lucifer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 1,328 views

    Explore the story of Lucifer's fall from heaven, highlighting the dangers of pride and self-exaltation, and urging us to learn from this tale to avoid similar pitfalls.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to tackle a challenging topic that's as old as creation itself. We're going to dive into the story of Lucifer, his pride, his fall, and the warning that his story serves for us all. As A.W. Tozer once said, "The devil is a better theologian than any ...read more

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    Jesus: The Difference Maker PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 741 views

    This sermon encourages self-reflection on our faith journey, challenging us to overcome spiritual blindness and live out our faith with open-mindedness and discernment.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and purpose, to draw near to Him through His Word. There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being among fellow believers, a mutual understanding that transcends our ...read more

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    The Lukewarm Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 148 views

    Jesus lovingly exposes our self-sufficiency, invites us to deeper dependence on Him, and offers restoration, hope, and true riches for our lukewarm hearts.

    Some of us walked in today with a smile for the foyer and a sigh for the soul. Bills on the counter, deadlines on the calendar, questions on the heart. And yet, here we are, gathering around a Letter from Jesus to an ancient church in a city called Laodicea—a church with polished doors and tepid ...read more

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    Laodicea: The Complacent Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 124 views

    Jesus lovingly calls us to reject complacency, pursue genuine relationship with Him, and value what truly matters over worldly success or self-sufficiency.

    There’s a kindness in the way Jesus speaks to us. He doesn’t holler from across the street; He knocks at the front door. He doesn’t shove His way into our living rooms; He stands and waits, like the Friend you can trust with the tender truth. You can almost hear the hinge creak as you reach for the ...read more

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    The Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 76 views

    Following Jesus means daily self-denial and cross-bearing, trusting His worth and grace, and surrendering our lives to His call in every circumstance.

    Friends, welcome. Some of us arrived with hurried hearts and heavy hands. Some of us smiled at the door and sighed in the seat. Wherever you are, come close. Hear the whisper of Jesus that cuts through the noise and the nagging: I see you. I love you. Walk with Me. He doesn’t wave us onward like a ...read more

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    This Confidence I Have

    Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Oct 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,197 views

    One of the most important lessons in life, is to give glory where it is due

    This confidence 2 Cor. 3:1-5 1Do we begin again to commend ourselves? or need we, as some others, epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you? 2Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men: 3Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Ministers Of Christ.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 5, 2024
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     | 494 views

    Trustworthiness is more important than either success or popularity. Ministers are accountable to God.

    MINISTERS OF CHRIST. 1 Corinthians 4:1-5. 1 CORINTHIANS 4:1. a). “Let a man so account of us.” Of whom? Of Paul and Apollos (cf. 1 Corinthians 4:6). b). “as ministers (attendants) of Christ.” Not lords over the Church (cf. 1 Peter 5:3), but servants of the Lord of the Church. Servants, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Leadership That Matters Series

    Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Nov 21, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,455 views

    Talk 2 in a series from Titus. The importance and characteristics of church elders.

    Mark McCrindle is social researcher from the University of NSW who is interested in the changing face of our country. Recently he sampled 5,000 people for their views on leadership (report 16 September 2010). Who is the leader you most admire in history? Winston Churchill was on top with 8.2% of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Guarding Your Thoughts

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
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    Our thoughts shape our attitudes, decisions, and ultimately, our lives.. A mind filled with godly thoughts produces a life that honours God, while an unguarded mind is vulnerable to sin and defeat.

    Title: GUARDING YOUR THOUGHTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Getting A Bad Rep Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Dec 17, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,016 views

    Joseph had to learn that what God thinks of him was more important than what others thought of him. It was more important than his reputation. It gave him a new identity.

    Rediscovering Christmas Getting a Bad Rep Matthew 1:18-25 December 16, 2007 Last week we say how John was born to be wild. This week as we rediscover Christmas, we are going to examine a crucial figure in the Christmas story: Joseph. I will begin with a story about a woman named Margaret. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    ¿como Esta Tu Vision Espiritual? Series

    Contributed by Ruthie Velazquez-Paredes on Sep 22, 2020
     | 28,259 views

    Muchas veces perdemos oportunidades hacer algo respecto a la obra de Dios por pensar que no es el momento

    ¿Como está tu visión espiritual? Atravéz de las Sagradas Escrituras, desde Génesis hasta Apocalipsis, Dios se ha manifestado a su pueblo en diferentes formas y una de ellas ha sido la visión. “La visión trae revelación y nos llena de pasión para cumplir ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Renewing Your Mind

    Contributed by Mark Baker on May 10, 2005
    based on 69 ratings
     | 31,571 views

    The process and importance of bringing our thoughts under subjection to the Word of God.

    2 Corinthians 10:4-6 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Generosity Pays—principles Of Faithful Stewardship

    Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 15,807 views

    From the widow of Zarephath, we can learn important lessons about stewardship.

    September 14, 2002 I. Introduction: A. Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 1. The most famous American memorial for unidentified soldiers killed in combat is located at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. 2. Though it was never officially named, the memorial has come to be known as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Disciplining Children Biblically PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,038 views

    To explore the importance, benefits, and principles of biblical discipline in guiding children on the path of righteousness.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters, it's wonderful to be here with you today. We're going to be diving into an important and practical topic that touches each and every one of our lives - the discipline of our children. Now, when we talk about discipline, we're not referring to punishment or ...read more

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    Why Jesus?

    Contributed by Dr. Tracy W. Marx on May 31, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,116 views

    Why do Christians emphasize the importance and centrality of Jesus? Why is there no compromise?

    INTRODUCTION: It’s been said: Why do you Christians place so much emphasis on Jesus? Why are you so “intolerant”? Why can’t you be more accepting and admit that other religions can also know God? Why can’t you Christians believe that people from other religions can be just as morally good as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ