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  • Aaron Burgess avatar

    War: What Is It Good For? Series

    Contributed by Aaron Burgess on Mar 11, 2003
    based on 165 ratings
     | 8,719 views

    This sermon addresses the issue of war. It discusses the three main views on war held by Christians: holy war, pacifism, just war. It also gives some practical ways we can react to these stressful times.

    War: What Is It Good For? Various Passages The front page of Sunday’s Cincinnati Enquirer carried a story about 7 boys from the village of Cleves (which is just down the road from our church building) who graduated from Taylor High School last year and joined the military and will all be fighting ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Self-Denial: Part 2 Of A 4 Part Series On Spiritual Formation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 9, 2014
     | 4,105 views

    The key to embracing the life of a Christ-follower is in embracing the way of Jesus. Self-denial was a key part of Jesus example, and it's how we are able to live most free.

    Spiritual Formation 2: Self-Denial - Philippians 2:1-16; Luke 9:23-24 November 9, 2014 Today is the 2nd message is a series where we’re looking at the subject of spiritual formation. Last week in a message called: “Desiring God”, we covered some of the basics of what spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Accurate "I" Exam Series

    Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,688 views

    This is a New Year's sermon when our culture preaches "believe in yourself" and Scripture teaches us what happens when we do. It is a prelude sermon to a covert series on Calvinism.

    It is the first Sunday of the new year. In our culture this is a time of getting psyched up for a new year of doing our best, setting some ambitious goals, trying harder, putting our best foot forward. Maybe you expect a little encouragement from your church; give us some spiritual justification ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How To Kill A Church

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,522 views

    This message deals with how the members of a church can kill the church without recognizing it.

    How To Kill A Church Calvary 10/9/2011 Ephesians 4:1-6 Psalm 133 3 John 1:5-13 We have a started a new series for the next four weeks and the topic is “Moving Things To The Next Level.” There are times in our lives, when we want to get one result, but we actually ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The God Of Success Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 19, 2018
     | 3,687 views

    The god of success does not offer lasting meaning and purpose, but when we give our lives to God and are saved by grace, we have peace as we look forward to hearing Jesus' words, "Well done, my good and faithful servant."

    A. Welcome to Friend Day, if you are visiting with us, we consider you an honored guest and hope that your experience here with us today is encouraging, inspiring, and helpful. 1. Today’s sermon is the sixth sermon in our series called “Counterfeit Gods – Defeating the Idols that Battle for Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Submission Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 16, 2022
     | 2,624 views

    Submission Series: Spiritual Practices Brad Bailey – Dec. 12, 2021

    Submission Series: Spiritual Practices Brad Bailey – Dec. 12, 2021 Intro Now less than two weeks from Christmas... I want to welcome us into the wonder of how God came to us. It begins with the will of heaven... the good will being declared to earth... a world of defiant independence... like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Perilous Times Series

    Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 450 ratings
     | 129,039 views

    Here are three very practical survival strategies for the perilous, difficult, dangerous days in which we live.

    Perilous Times II Timothy 3 You’ve probably heard the old joke about the fellow who was told, “Cheer up. Things could be worse.” So he said, “I did as I was told. I cheered up, and sure enough, things got worse.” That in a nutshell is the message of II Timothy. The Apostle Paul, writing from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Serve? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,371 views

    A commitment to do something different in your life in this New Year – a New Beginning – a New Start. I would guess that most New Year’s Resolutions are broken in the first few weeks after the verbal commitment is made. So what do most people state they a

    Why serve? New Year’s Resolutions? – A commitment to do something different in your life in this New Year – a New Beginning – a New Start. I would guess that most New Year’s Resolutions are broken in the first few weeks after the verbal commitment is made. So what do most people state they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Belonging

    Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Jul 8, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 18,261 views

    You've got to say no to self and yes to Jesus to enter into all that He has for you.

    In the news in September, there was a story that came out about a young man named Davion Only. Davion was a 15-year-old boy who had grown up in the foster care system all his life; he had pretty much come to that place of resolve, "I'm ready to be adopted no matter what, and I've got to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Do I Know? Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 1, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,612 views

    Paul is speaking about the meaning of life and the ultimate purposes of human existence

    EPHESIANS # 7 We are working our way through Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Want to know the basics of the Christian life? It’s right here in these 6 chapters. We are blessed and beloved by our Father who extends favor to us in Christ. We are enlightened and empowered by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Forgiveness- Forgiving Yourself Series

    Contributed by Rob Ketterling on May 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,465 views

    A sermon about forgiving oneself.

    Amnesty part 3--Pastor Rob Ketterling ANDREA: My uncle was full of life and just so much joy. He loved to find the simple things in life and to just enjoy the present. And I so admired that about him. And I knew he cared immensely for me. And so when he took his life, I was shocked. We showed up at ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fully Yielding To Christ Gives Power Over Satan, Sin And Self

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 8, 2022
     | 3,541 views

    Christ won the victory at Calvary and gave it unto us. We can be sure and certain that sin’s power is broken because Christ’s victory was complete. Every believer must realize that sin’s power is broken, and we are free.

    Sermon – “Fully Yielding To Christ Gives Power Over Satan, Sin and Self” Scripture Lesson - Romans 6:9-14 “We are sure of this because Christ was raised from the dead, and he will never die again. Death no longer has any power over him.10 When he died, he died once to break the power of sin. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God's Will Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 8, 2012
     | 8,133 views

    Knowing God's will is an important learning for every child of God. Walking in flesh, self and pride is of the flesh but walking closely behind Him is the way of God.

    1 Samuel 23:2”Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, "Shall I go and attack these Philistines?" And the LORD said to David, "Go and attack the Philistines, and save Keilah." David made multiple trips to his prayer chamber and got ‘confirmations’ from God before he launched ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Investing In What Truly Matters PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 684 views

    Explore the cost of discipleship, emphasizing the importance of self-denial, carrying one's cross, and prioritizing eternal treasures over worldly gains as taught by Jesus.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into one of the most challenging teachings of Jesus. We're going to talk about the cost of discipleship, the value of eternal treasures, and the necessity of investing in what truly matters. D.A. Carson once said, "The kingdom of heaven ...read more

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    Worship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,058 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of genuine, heart-centered worship, moving from self-centeredness to Spirit-centeredness, and living a life that reflects God's truth.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It is yet another beautiful day that the Lord has made and we are gathered here to bask in His word, to be nourished by His truth, and to be guided by His wisdom. We are here to engage in a conversation with our Creator, a conversation that will ...read more

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