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  • William Mouser avatar

    God And Children

    Contributed by William Mouser on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,219 views

    In contrast to the ambition to acquire the applause and approval of men, Jesus turns his disciples toward the powerless -- toward children -- as exemplars of Himself, His Father, and the ones his disciples should seek to serve.

    Psalm 54, Wisdom 1:16 - 2:22, James 3:16-4:6, Mark 9:30-37 Apostles, Christians, and Children Sometimes, the disciples of Jesus don’t come off very well in the gospels, and today’s Gospel lesson is one of those times. Jesus tells them again, as he is doing more and more often at this point in ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Kerry Nichols avatar

    "It's All About Me" Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Nichols on Feb 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,852 views

    The Church that that was neither cold or hot just lukewarm. Jesus does not want his church to be lukewarm either be Cold or Hot. Get off the bench get into the game serve Christ to your fullest.

    “IT’S ALL ABOUT ME” CHURCH In review from the past weeks we see the criticism from Jesus to the Seven Church. The first church at Ephesus had Left Their First Love they like all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    A Changed Mindset

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,023 views

    What kind of a mindset do we have towards God, about serving others or about money? This sermon will help us evaluate ourselves so we can think and act differently.

    We read in 2 Corinthians 9:8, And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: (KJV) The word we are meditating is to have the attitude of ‘all sufficiency.’ Every human being has a different state of mind. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Doug Gilford avatar

    Six Warning Signs Of Drifting Away

    Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002
    based on 319 ratings
     | 42,232 views

    This sermon tells about the symptoms of drifting away from God.

    Hebrews 2:1 I had an old Pastor that would tell me “Warning comes before destruction.” What he was saying is that before God sends down a judgement against a people. He always sends a warning as in the case of Jonah, and the city of Nineveh. I believe God sends us warning when we start drifting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Owens avatar

    Planning And Praying Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 16, 2020
     | 5,287 views

    This sermon on the second half of Romans chapter 15 gives us insight into how to make plans to serve the Lord, and how to carry them out with prayer, like the apostle Paul did.

    A. Once there was a young woman who brought her fiancé home to meet her parents. 1. After dinner, her mother told her father to find out more about the young man, so the father invited the fiancé to his study for a talk. 2. “So what are your plans?” the father asked the young ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Gilbert avatar

    The Witness Of Our Finances Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,444 views

    This is message #2 in the Faith and Finance Series - IN GOD WE TRUST. It deals with the witness of faithful finances.

    “IN GOD WE TRUST” Faith & Finance Series The Witness of Faithful Finances Part 1 INTRODUCTION: Two weeks ago, we began a new series on Faith & Finance titled IN GOD WE TRUST. We learned that before we can be prosperous and truly successful in anything including our finances ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    "do Not Be Offended."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 15, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,236 views

    Choosing not to take offense when wronged demonstrates strength and patience. Practicing this mindset enhances our emotional well-being and strengthens our relationships. By fostering self-control, compassion, and mindfulness, we can cultivate a culture of love and harmony within the body of Christ.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 18:7) “Woe to the world because of offenses! For offenses must come, but woe to that man by whom the offense comes.” (Matthew 11:6) “And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Delivers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025
     | 385 views

    The God we serve is not passive in the face of human suffering—He is a God of deliverance. From the cries of Israel in Egypt to the bound and oppressed in Jesus’ ministry, God has consistently shown Himself mighty to save.

    THE GOD WHO DELIVERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:17 Supporting Texts: Colossians 1:13, Exodus 3:7-8, Luke 4:18, Psalm 107:13-16, 2 Corinthians 10:4 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve is not passive in the face of human suffering—He is a God of deliverance. From the cries of Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Striving To Succeed In 2019

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 28, 2015
    based on 22 ratings
     | 16,535 views

    This lesson deals with Paul’s self-confession and desire to succeed in his “pursuit of Christ” and "the prize of the high calling of God." He provides a plan for all who are “striving to succeed,” in their pursuit of Christ. It begs our attention.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Release the Past 2. Reach for the Present 3. Race toward the Prize Remarks. 1. This lesson deals with believers striving to succeed – in their pursuit of Christ, and their desire to be well pleasing to God. The motto of the Lexus motorcar is the “Pursuit of Perfection.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Carl Willis avatar

    The Be-Attitudes - Part Iii Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 14, 2002
    based on 12 ratings
     | 2,988 views

    A contiuation of a series on the Beattitudes. Blessed are the meek.

    God blesses those who are gentle and lowly, for the whole earth will belong to them. Matthew 5:5(NLT) Let’s talk about what it means to be gentle. First of all gentleness is not harsh or abrasive. Think of cleanser commercials. Talking about how non-abrasive they are. Abrasive materials hurt ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Three Powerful Sins Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 20, 2023
     | 1,234 views

    Discouragement, Jealousy and rebellion are three powerful weapons to destroy the Leaders who serve God. All of them had lost their goal on the way to attainment. Great Loss to the great leaders. How about you?

    Numbers 11:11-14, 12; 16:1-2, Dangers in the Wilderness Introduction: Today we will learn the dangers of the Wilderness journey. Three key leaders had problems according to their standards of spirituality. Sins of three Leaders: Moses, Miriam, and Korah were three powerful characters in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    You Shall Answer

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 6,113 views

    TODAY WE WITNESS THE PROPHESIES BEING UNFOLDED, WE SEE MEN THAT ARE BOASTEROUS AND SELF - WILLED, AND THERE IN OUR CHURCHES TODAY HOLDING THE OFFICE OF A PASTOR. GRANTED THE NUMBERS ARE NOT THAT HIGH, YET, STAND POST YOU WILL WITNESS THEM GROW THE CLOSER WE NEAR THE END.

    YOU SHALL ANSWER TEXT JEREMIAH 23: 1,2, IN OUR FACILITIES.IN THESE GOD GIVEN PASSAGES JEREMIAH MAKES HIS PETITION TO THE STIFFED NECKED LEADERS OF YESTERDAY. I MAKE THAT SAME PETITION TODAY. SIMPLY BECAUSE THERE ARE LEADERS WHO ARE REFUSING TO FEED THEIR FLOCK, REFUSING TO DEMONSTRATE THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Bond avatar

    Which God For You Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 7,239 views

    Every person must choose which god he/she will serve. James challenges us not only to recognize the choice, but to choose the God who will never fail us.

    I recently heard a story about several guys who were in the locker room of a private exercise club. They were all talking when a cell phone laying on the bench rang. One man picked it up without hesitation, and the following conversation ensued: "Hello?" "Honey, It’s me." "Oh, hi dear!" "I’m at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jerry Falwell avatar

    Two Women--Two Tasks

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 11,589 views

    The account of Martha and Mary. All of us must show that in our life all of us must be both--"Martha" who serves, and "Mary" who sits at the feet of Jesus.

    TWO WOMEN - TWO TASKS Martha the Doer and Mary the Devoted One By Jerry Falwell I. INTRODUCTION (Luke 10:38-42) A. Many have read the account of Martha and Mary who fussed over their role and relationship to Jesus. Practical people tend to take Martha’s side; contemplative people tend to take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Putman avatar

    Walking Thru A Thunderstorm

    Contributed by Jeff Putman on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,834 views

    What a Great Big God we serve. A sermon that plays off 2 themes.Jesus walking thru a thunderstorm, and the history behind "How Great Thou Art"

    WALKING THRU A THUNDERSTORM Text: Mark 6 : 45-52 Intro: Carl Boberg - penned the hymn- How great thou art , after walking thru a thunderstorm and marveling at the glorious God we serve. I. GOD IS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist