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    Jehovah-Sabaoth "The Lord Of Hosts" Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 39,871 views

    This name for God will change how we relate to God.A person who understands that "The Eternally Self-existent One is over Hosts" will never joke about "the Man upstairs" or that "Someone up there likes me."

    Purpose: To unfold the truth that God has all power. Aim: I want the listener to be in awe of God's strength. INTRODUCTION: Jehovah-Sabaoth (not to confused with Sabbath) is often translated "The LORD of Hosts." Sometimes the Bible uses, "LORD God of hosts" or "God of hosts." All together we find ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Kicking Against The Pricks

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 26, 2008
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,851 views

    Paul made some important discoveries that day on the road to Damascus about the inescapable One whom he was kicking against.

    Acts 9:1-9 "It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks" Jesus seems to be saying that fighting against him and his Gospel results in self-injury In a cathedral in New York is a gallery that is surrounded by a series of panels. Each panel represents a Christian century and bears the name of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Walk By Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,239 views

    This sermon explores the importance of faith in our Christian journey, its role in salvation, and ways to cultivate a deeper, stronger faith.

    Good morning, beloved. There is a warmth in the room today, a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose that fills my heart with joy. We are here, together, to celebrate the word of God and to find comfort, guidance, and inspiration in its timeless wisdom. Today, we focus our hearts on the beautiful ...read more

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    What Messiah Truly Means PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 634 views

    Explores misunderstanding Jesus' mission, contrasting human perspectives with God's plan, and the importance of surrendering to God's will for true spiritual fulfillment.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together as we bask in the warmth of fellowship and the illuminating light of God's Word. There's something incredibly comforting and empowering about being in a room full of believers, each one a testament of God's grace and love. We're all ...read more

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    The Discipline Of Secrecy Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 11, 2014
     | 6,739 views

    A sermon on the importance of practicing the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and service in a manner that does not draw attention to you but to God.

    If you have your Bibles with you today and you want to follow along, we are going to be looking at the sixth chapter of the book of Matthew starting at verse 1 and going down to verse 18. Matthew 6:1-18. While you are looking for that, I just have a question. I am sure I have asked you before ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Flooded Foundations

    Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 4,115 views

    The foundations on which we build our lives are vitally important. Preached following Hurricane Floyd flood in North Carolina.

    Introduction: As I speak, there are over 4000 people in emergency shelters in North Carolina. Most of these, our neighbors, are in these shelters because they have been run from their homes by the flood waters of the Tar, the Neuse, the Trent Rivers and various streams that have turned into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees? Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,075 views

    Sermon #1 of the series on discipleship (from Mark 8 and 9) addresses the importance of beginning with a Born-again experience.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #1 Sermon Objective: Being a Christ-follower requires an accurate (albeit maybe not always complete) understanding of Jesus Christ’s person and ministry. INTRO Mushrooms and Maple Trees; they are strikingly different aren’t they? ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Anointing Of God Series

    Contributed by Alan Peary on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,094 views

    This is the fourth in a series of 8 messages centered around the importance of changing the climate in which we live, work or play.

    Changing the Climate - Part 4 of 8 THE ANOINTING OF GOD I really enjoyed last Sunday morning’s service. It is good to be stretched occasionally and I realise that some of us here were stretched quite a lot. This week I want to follow down a similar line but look at what I see as the other side of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 4: The Prophets Said It Would Be Like This

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 27, 2021
     | 1,596 views

    this is the fourth study in 1 Peter. We need to understand the importance of Scripture and the power of the Holy Spirit to the life of the Church.

    The Prophets Said it Would be Like This: 1 Peter 1:10-12 Introduction The idea for the title of this section comes from a Chattanooga weatherman who predicted correctly a big snowstorm in March 13, 1993. It was the only snow of the season in an area that barely averages 4 inches of snow a year. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Farmer's Wife PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 872 views

    Explores Jesus as the bread of life, emphasizing spiritual nourishment over physical, and the importance of faithfulness and fostering a Godly home.

    Welcome, family of faith, to this wonderful gathering where we come together to share in the wisdom of God’s word. How blessed we are to have this opportunity to learn, to grow, and to be nourished by the divine teachings that guide our lives. We come here, not just as individuals, but as a ...read more

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    Instructions For Husband And Wife PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,034 views

    This sermon explores the roles and responsibilities in marriage as guided by God's Word, emphasizing the importance of character and reverence in family life.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joyous day that the Lord has made and we are here, gathered in His name, ready to soak in His Word. It's a great privilege we have, to come together like this, to learn, to grow, to be transformed by the power of His Word. We are not here by ...read more

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    Witnesses Of These Things PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 979 views

    This sermon explores the power of Christ, the importance of repentance and forgiveness, and the role of the Holy Spirit in understanding and living God's Word.

    Beloved friends, as we gather together in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts and minds to the divine word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by the gracious invitation of our Lord, who beckons us into His presence, into His truth, and into His transformative love. We are here because we ...read more

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    Be Cautious About Judging Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,755 views

    When believers criticize each other, it can actually drive people away from the church. Jesus warned about the consequences of criticizing others, and of the need to do some spiritual self-examination before passing judgement.

    This morning we are going to look at the spiritual issue of judging others. The applicable definition for the word “judge” in our main passage means, “to form a judgment or opinion” and to “decide upon critically.”(1) The key word here is “critically,” for when we judge others we are often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Woes To Unfaithful Church Leaders

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 14, 2018
     | 6,367 views

    Jesus’ stern warning to the Pharisees in Matthew 23:13-39 is also important for church leaders today. A Year D sermon.

    It is such a privilege to be a church leader, especially in kind and loving churches. It is a grave responsibility to feed God’s sheep and guide people that we are privileged to call our friends, on their journey to eternity. Overseers of churches are far from perfect, but some mistakes are worse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Women In The Church - Free To Serve As God Equips!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 15, 2022
     | 3,680 views

    A careful and self-aware reading of Scripture demonstrates that God uses men and women equally in the body of Christ. He equips and empowers for His glory. We are better off if we don't resist His hand of grace.

    May 2022 Sermon - Women in the Church - Acts 2:16-21; Galatians 3:26-29 Today we are beginning a short series on an issue that is very close to my heart. That issue is to do with the wellness of the body of Christ, the overall health of the church. And it’s to do with the responsibility of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational