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    Chutes And Ladders Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 21, 2015
     | 5,194 views

    We want to be a disciplined people, and we want to be wary of the destructive evils that we find so easy to embrace. Discipline is like a ladder that slowly leads us upward; foolishness is a chute that can make us drop quickly.

    Chutes and Ladders Proverbs 23:15-35 1.These are actual complaints received from dissatisfied customers by Thomas Cook Vacations (based on a Thomas Cook/ABTA survey): a. "It's lazy of the local shopkeepers in Puerto Vallarta to close in the afternoons. I often needed to buy things during 'siesta' ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Foretells His Death Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 24, 2017
     | 11,967 views

    FROM THIS POINT ON, JESUS HAS SET HIS FACE TO GO TO JERUSALEM, WHERE THE CROSS IS WAITING. IN THESE VERSES HE SPEAKS OF HIS DEATH AND THE COMMITMENT THAT HIS DISCIPLES MUST MAKE TO FOLLOW HIM.

    -AD 29- Caesarea Philippi Lesson: Jesus Foretells His Death Matthew 16:21-26, Mark 8:31-37, Luke 9:22-25 FROM THIS POINT ON, JESUS HAS SET HIS FACE TO GO TO JERUSALEM, WHERE THE CROSS IS WAITING. IN THESE VERSES HE SPEAKS OF HIS DEATH AND THE COMMITMENT THAT HIS DISCIPLES MUST MAKE TO FOLLOW ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turn From Your Selfish Ways

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 20, 2012
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     | 5,305 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Anyone can easily deny CHRIST, but is it also true in denying ourselves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show denying ourselves is to prepare us for better rewards. IV. TEXT: Luke 9:23 (New Living Tra

    I. EXORDIUM: Anyone can easily deny CHRIST, but is it also true in denying ourselves? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show denying ourselves is to prepare us for better rewards. IV. TEXT: Luke 9:23 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then he said to the crowd, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    World Changers

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 7, 2013
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     | 11,079 views

    A world changer is known not for what he gives up, but for what he takes up. Will you take up the challenge to be a world changer OR who just changes his clothes every day to look good?

    Opening illustration: John, do you want to spend the rest of your life selling sugared water, or do you want a chance to change the world?” That was the challenge Steve Jobs issued in 1983 to John Sculley, then president of Pepsi-Cola. Mr. Jobs was the creative genius behind Apple Computer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Does Jesus Think About "I Have To Find Myself"? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 8, 2013
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     | 6,344 views

    An examination of what it means to "deny yourself and take up your cross."

    JESUS' OPINION: Jesus says the path to life is not in “finding yourself” but in “denying yourself.” - Matthew 16:24; Mark 8:34. - I’m thinking of the stereotypical statement that is so common that it’s almost a cliché: “I’ve got to go find ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Need A New Nature Series

    Contributed by David Lange on Sep 16, 2013
     | 4,929 views

    Our nature became corrupted through Adam. We are totally depraved and in need of a Savior!

    WE NEED A NEW NATURE THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS TRUTH IS BROKEN DOWN INTO TWO POINTS 1. OUR NATURE BECAME CORRUPTED THROUGH ADAM When God made Adam and Eve, in the Garden of Eden, he stated that all of His creation was “very good” (Gen 1:31), so how can humans now be considered corrupt? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Tower Of Babel Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 17, 2023
     | 2,129 views

    God's intercession, or judgment, in Babel was to again bring His creation back to Himself. It was done to place within them a desire to seek God out for what they need and not to be self-reliant.

    Alpha and Omega, Part 15 The Tower of Babel Genesis 11:1-9 Introduction - 2023 has been led with “one purpose”: To know there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last time (Gen 9) we discussed the aftermath of the great flood -- Re: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lukewarm? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
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     | 1,609 views

    This sermon explores the necessity of a fervent, zealous faith in God, not lukewarm or half-hearted, but full of energy, boldness, and contentment.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a blessing to gather with you today, to stand in the presence of our Almighty God, and to immerse ourselves in His holy Word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a powerful passage of Scripture, a passage that is not only rich in ...read more

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    Lukewarm Laodicea Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,087 views

    Encouraging the Church not to slam her doors in the face of Christ with complacency and spiritual blindness.

    HAVE YOU EVER SEEN A STRAIGHT RIVER? CANALS ARE STRAIGHT, BUT ALL RIVERS SEEM TO BE CROOKED. WE WOULD CALL THIS "MEANDERING." WHY ARE RIVERS CROOKED? THEY ARE CROOKED BECAUSE THE NATURAL TENDENCY OF A RIVER IS TO TAKE THE EASIEST WAY AROUND ANY OBSTACLE. SO RIVERS ARE ALWAYS CROOKED, AND THEY ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Wala-Neh Labala on Aug 14, 2022
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     | 3,965 views

    What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ and what will it cost you? In this sermon we learned that denying our selves, taking up our cross, and following Jesus, means letting go of self-preservation, self-determination, and self-identity.

    ********************************************************* THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Scripture Reading: “From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Abounding...abundance...enriched

    Contributed by Pastor E Cavenaugh on Mar 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,081 views

    We are made more than over-comers we are the head and not the tail!

    ABOUNDING...ABUNDANCE...ENRICHED Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What To Pray For This Year

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 6, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,307 views

    Paul’s prayer for the Colossians teaches us how to pray for ourselves and others this year.

    “What To Pray For This Year” Colossians 1:9-14 Today is the first Sunday of a New Year! Perhaps you made a New Years resolution. Many of us do. Here is some interesting information about New Years resolutions from thee University of Scranton. Journal of Clinical Psychology, (Published: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus: Exclusive And Complete Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 30, 2013
     | 3,837 views

    Jesus has a lot of competition out there, so true believers must chose to focus on Jesus, not additons or alternatives.

    Jesus: Exclusive and Complete (Colossians 2:8-10) 1. Let me tell you about our Christmas experiences.... 2. Great to be back home in Kokomo, Indiana! 3. That first Christmas, Joseph and Mary had to be away from home, and would not return for probably two or three years... 4. Yet fewer Americans ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Does Truth Matter To You? Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 18, 2020
     | 4,889 views

    The Bereans received the Word with eagerness and examined the Scriptures. They believe in the sufficiency and authority of Scripture. We see the efficacy of Scripture.

    Let us pray before we read the Word of God. Heavenly Father, as we draw near to Christmas, our hearts are filled with gladness again, remembering your love and sacrifice for us. We are a different person today because of Christ. Thank you for sending your Son as the atoning sacrifice for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Who Will You Call On, In Times Of Trouble? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 11, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,560 views

    Many of us have a tendency to call upon our own super heroes in times of trouble. But we have to realise that only Jesus can save us. no one else.

    Who will you Call on in Times of Trouble? Congratulations to all of you on Graduation. You have taken a lot of trouble to reach this stage. You have struggled for financial support, you have struggled for time, you have been away from your families, you have burnt the midnight oil to reach this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational