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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And… Live A Faith That Works Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 18, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 290 views

    Our Lord calls us to examine the difference between a belief that agrees with God in the mind, and a faith that trusts God with the whole life. A faith that sits in the wheelbarrow. A faith that works.

    Go! And… Live a Faith That Works There is a story told of a tightrope walker who stretched a rope across Niagara Falls. Crowds gathered as he walked across with incredible skill. Then he took a wheelbarrow and pushed it across. The people cheered. He asked them, “Do you believe I can do it again ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Create In Me A Clean Heart

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 26, 2024
     | 3,550 views

    God desires for us to mature and become wise in Him. As we grow spiritually grow spiritually and mature in Christ, we gain wisdom for with maturity come wisdom.

    Create in me a Clean Heart By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Luke 2:40 says “And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him”. God desires for us to mature and become wise in Him. As we grow spiritually grow spiritually and mature ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The Departure Of Jesus From This World Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 20, 2024
     | 809 views

    We will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our attention. Jesus’ death brought a threefold glory. Jesus’ death demanded a new commandment. Jesus’ death revealed stumbling and faltering loyalty.

    Last time we ended our study with Judas being asked by Jesus to go and do quickly what he was going to do. Tonight we find Jesus talking about His approaching death. In tonight’s passage we will find that Jesus’ death did three things, so that is where we will focus our attention. First, let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Fruitful Branches”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,172 views

    Opening story: 230 old vine at Hampton Court. And an illustration of running on empty when we are not connected to the vine of Jesus. How to imitate Jesus and let Him produce fruit on our branch. Illustration from Dallas Willard

    In Jesus Holy Name April 2, 2024 Text: John 15:1-8 Easter V “Fruitful Branches” In Hampton Court, near London, there is a grapevine that is reported to be the oldest living vine in the world. It is over 230 years old. It was planted in 1768. This grapevine has one root which is 12 feet ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "the Inbreaking"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,479 views

    A sermon about acknowledging the impure spirits in ourselves and asking Christ to call them out.

    “The Inbreaking” Mark 1:21-28 When I was a Junior and Senior in high school I went through a difficult spell. I had always been one of the “good” kids, but for a number of reasons, I got in with a group of kids who were not mean people but were not heading in the right direction. I felt ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The True Vine PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,418 views

    To explore the profound truths in John 15:1-8, emphasizing our need to remain connected to God, our source of life, in order to bear fruit that glorifies Him.

    Good morning to you, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're going to dig deep into a powerful passage from the Gospel of John, chapter 15, verses 1-8. Now, these verses are like a three-course meal, serving us The Source of Life, The Necessity of Abiding, and The Promise of Fruitfulness. Or, ...read more

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    Faith: The Substance Hoped For PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 733 views

    Explores the transformative power of God's grace, His love in our salvation, and our spiritual growth through faith in Him.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be gathered here together, united by our shared faith, standing on the solid rock of our salvation. We're here to unwrap the divine mystery of our faith, to bask in the warmth of God's love, and to grow together in our understanding of His word. In ...read more

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    Living In Wolf Country PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,093 views

    Encourages believers to face life's challenges with wisdom and harmlessness, drawing strength and hope from the teachings and fellowship of Jesus Christ.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity of spirit and heart to share in the Word of God. We are here to draw closer to our Savior, to learn from His teachings, to find solace in His promises, and to find strength in His presence. We are ...read more

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    New Beginnings PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,970 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in Christ, emphasizing our new identity, deepening relationship with God, and belonging within a community of believers.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today, not as a stranger, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith. We walk this path together, united in our shared love for our Savior and our desire to grow closer to Him each day. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

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    The Battle For Awe PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 718 views

    Explores seeking wisdom and understanding over material wealth, recognizing sin's root, reclaiming awe of God, and transforming through spiritual growth.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather not just as a community, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here, in this place, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We come with hearts open, ready to be filled with the wisdom of God's Word. We ...read more

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    Restored At The Root PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 865 views

    This sermon emphasizes the transformative power of God's love and grace, and how it can heal, restore, and strengthen us, no matter our brokenness.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I trust that this day finds you basking in the warmth of His love, secure in the knowledge of His grace, and eager to grow in His wisdom. Today, we gather here, not as mere individuals, but as a collective, a community, a family drawn together by the magnet of ...read more

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    How To Relate To Teens? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 14,650 views

    To relate to teens you need to understand what questions they are asking themselves. The three primary questions are: 1. Who am I? 2. What beliefs will I adhere too? 3. What’s my destiny?

    How to Relate to Teens? Thesis: To relate to teens you need to understand what questions they are asking themselves. The three primary questions are: 1. Who am I? 2. What beliefs will I adhere too? 3. What’s my destiny? Texts: Ephesians 6:1-4: 1Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Treadmill Christianity

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,220 views

    In nearly every aspect of a Christians life, they feel like they’re on a treadmill. They can never quite do enough or be quite good enough. And just when they think they are up to speed, someone turns up the machine, and they are playing catch-up again.

    Treadmill Christianity Titus 3:3-7 In 2001 we were about to have our first child and I decided that if I was going to be the dad that would play catch, and soccer in the yard then I needed to get into better shape. So I started going out to the local college and running. Every night Trista would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding Evil Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,641 views

    The Bible unmasks evil so we can see it as it is and avoid it at all costs.

    Understanding Evil II Timothy 3:1-4 Purpose: To show what evil really looks like. Aim: I want the listener to know what evil really is and turn away from every form of it. INTRODUCTION: Paul is warning Timothy that there are difficult times ahead. This means that life was going to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Following Christ Solo Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 12, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,824 views

    Encouraging singles, widows, and Christ followers without believing spouses to successfully face the difficult task of following Christ solo.

    We’re in the series "No Perfect Families Allowed" and we’re gleaning valuable real to life, hope-inspiring principles for family encouragement from the recorded biographies of Bible families. Last week we established our theme verse for this series.. Romans 5:20b (Amplified Bible) Where sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist