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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Who Will Descend Into The Abyss To Bring Christ Up?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016
     | 2,395 views

    To show that JESUS CHRIST did it all for our salvation and no human effort or human contribution we can add or subtract from it.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you working for your salvation? No. it's by GOD'S Grace. You can't work for it. G - GOD'S R - REDEMPTION A - AT C - CHRIST'S E - EXPENSE II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS CHRIST did it all for our salvation and no human ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Anointing For Sustainable Success Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025
     | 337 views

    The anointing is not a luxury—it is a necessity for sustainable success in God’s kingdom. Without it, efforts become burdens, and progress becomes temporary.

    ANOINTING FOR SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 10:27 (KJV) “And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.” Supporting Texts: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Promotion To Labor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 894 views

    Understand God's generous nature, our role in His kingdom, and that true elevation comes from Him, not from human efforts or comparisons.

    Good morning, family! Today we'll be diving into the book of Matthew, chapter 20, verses 1-16. We'll be talking about God's overwhelming generosity, the work we're called to do in His kingdom, and the truth that real promotion, real elevation, comes only from Him, not from man. As Duncan Campbell ...read more

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    Twitter Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Sep 27, 2015
     | 6,705 views

    Following people on Twitter costs us nothing, but following Jesus Christ costs us everything.

    In the digital world, it’s all about being connected. We can be connected with our smart devices and computers to over 900 social media apps. We’re familiar with Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Vine. There are others we may not be so familiar with, but in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Prayer Of Gethsemane Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,623 views

    Jesus clearly knew God’s will, and yet he had intense angst and the deep feeling of despair that came from actually obeying God’s will. This sermon is intended to equip you for those moments where DOING God’s will, is really really hard.

    If you’ve been around Christian circles for any length of time, there is a considerable amount of frustration in trying to determine God’s will. For some, it’s because we love the Lord and want to please him, so we want to make sure we’re making right choices that would honor him. But for others, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bear The Mark Of The Master Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 4, 2016
     | 4,109 views

    Each year we make resolutions to correct bad habits. One of the most fundamental characteristics of disciples of Jesus is to love one another. Resolving to love others as Jesus does makes a better me.

    1. New Year's Resolutions are a means to resolve change in our lives * Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man. Benjamin Franklin * "Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Messiah Who Blesses Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 19, 2009
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     | 4,455 views

    If we want to truly be followers of Jesus, we must be willing to transcend the standards of an ungodly society.

    A Messiah Who Blesses Text: Matt. 5:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Dietrich Bonheoffer in his book, The Cost of Discipleship, begins with "When Christ calls a man, He bids him come and die." a. What should we die to? Should we die to self? Should we die to our sin? Should we die to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Dirty Feet

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 22, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 5,804 views

    To be like Jesus is to Serve. To serve is to be willing to “WASH DIRTY FEET.”

    “DIRTY FEET” JOHN 13:1-17 JULY 30, 2000 INTRODUCTION: TRANSITION SENTENCE: To be like Jesus is to Serve. To serve is to be willing to “WASH DIRTY FEET.” How COULD Jesus wash Dirty Feet? I. WE MUST KNOW WHO WE ARE/ JESUS KNEW WHO HE WAS (vs. 3) A. Jesus knew His origin 1. He had come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consecration

    Contributed by Vladimir Lukyanov on Oct 8, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 13,407 views

    And who then is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the LORD?

    *** This sermon was written and preached by my pastor John Clapp *** Permission to use it was granted. He can be reached at pastorjohn@lakewebs.net Intro 1 Furthermore David the king said unto all the congregation, Solomon my son, whom alone God hath chosen, is yet young and tender, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Suffering For The Church

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,198 views

    Are we willing and able in this time of death ,to suffer for Jesus?

    Suffering for the Church 2nd Timothy 2:1-21 In a land of plenty, are we willing to suffer for Christ? There are many in the world that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let's Go All The Way

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,081 views

    To follow Christ we must be willing to go all the way!

    “Let’s Go All The Way” Text: II Kings 2:1-15 What motivated Elisha to request a double portion? Had he seen the power that Elijah had and determined it wasn’t enough? Was his motive carnal? Did he just want more power so that he could make a name for himself? Or did he recognize that problems ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith To Forgive

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,441 views

    IF WE SEEK FORGIVENESS, WE MUST BE WILLING TO FORGIVE OTHERS.

    THE FAITH TO FORGIVE LUKE 23:34 1.INTRO. ALL OF US HAVE BEEN ON THE RECEIVING END OF HURT, RESULTING IN ILL FEELINGS TOWARDS THE PERSON WHO HURT US, CONSEQUENTLY, WE HAVE HELD GRUDGES FOR YEARS. THESE GRUDGES CAN AFFECT US INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY. ALSO, ALL OF US HAVE INFLICTED OUR SHARE OF PAIN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Won't Back Down - Four Steps To Great Faith

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 17,407 views

    How far are you willing to go in your walk with God?

    August 10, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Daniel 3:1-30 Subject: Faithfulness Title: I Won’t Back Down – Four Steps to Great Faith How strong is your faith? You have probably heard the hypothetical question before, “If you were arrested for being a Christian, would the be enough evidence to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Back To School

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,549 views

    God has lessons to teach us if we are willing to be taught.

    Introduction: A This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. 1 ILL.- The teacher said, "Why don’t you brush your teeth? I can see what you had for breakfast this morning." Boy, "What did I have?" Teacher, "Eggs." Boy, "You’re wrong! THAT WAS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Believe

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,298 views

    The willful unbelief of the Pharisees disturbed the Lord to the depths of His spirit.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: People refuse to believe that which they don’t want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went to Australia they found a mammal which laid eggs; spent some time in water, some on land; had a broad, flat tail, webbed feet, and a bill similar to a duck. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist