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  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Are We Willing To Pay A Price?

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018
     | 9,651 views

    Today's digital economy encourages a "freebie" culture. Does that mindset infect us so much that we are unwilling to pay a price for the Grace that we have received?

    The season of festivals has begun , isn’t it? It is the month of Aadi for the Tamilians, soon to be followed by the Onam month for the Mallus, Dasara for Kannadigas, Divali for mostly everyone, Pujas for the Bengalis, culminating in the commercial Christmas and new year for everyone. What is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The "I Will" Church Member Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 16, 2015
     | 6,922 views

    Serving Others, The Body of Christ, Attitude

    I WILL – The “I Will” Church Member Philippians 2:3-4 (pg. 819) September 27, 2015 Introduction: Let me ask you a really important question. When it comes to your relationship with Church...and if you’re part of the family here that we call Gardenside, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "I Will" Worship With Others Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 5, 2015
     | 4,761 views

    Worship, The Heart, Priorities, Preferences

    I WILL – “I Will” Worship with Others Acts 2:46-47 (pg. 759) October 11, 2015 Introduction: We have a rule at the Burdette household that my daughter and wife continue to break and disregard...Here’s the rule: If you’re playing “Phase 10” with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Will, My Way

    Contributed by James Harrington on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,934 views

    Have you found yourself being impatient, wanting something, but just couldn’t wait? This story about Moses can help you.

    God’s Will, My Way Exodus 2:11-17 Have you ever found yourself impatient, wanting something to happen and just couldn’t wait for it to happen? I remember a time when I was trying to decide on career move from secular work into ministry and how it exciting it was for my family. Nancy decided that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Are You Willing To Give PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 945 views

    Explore the cost of following Jesus, the value of our possessions, and the importance of prioritizing our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage that may feel a little uncomfortable, but it's important because it challenges us and gives us a fresh perspective on our lives. We're going to look at Mark 10:17-27, where a wealthy young man asked Jesus about eternal life. You ...read more

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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Seek God’s Will” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 7, 2019
     | 7,491 views

    Seeking god's will begins with our learning to think as God wants us to think. From Epaphras' prayer for the Colossians we learn how we need to go about renewing our minds in order to stand firm in all the will of God.

    Paul shares with the Colossians that their brother in Christ, who was sent to minister to Paul in prison, Epaphras, was “wrestling in prayer” for them that they might “stand firm in all the will of God.” What did Paul mean by “all the will of God?” He was saying we should seek to be in God’s will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wanted: Willing Laborers For The Kingdom

    Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 20, 2001
    based on 426 ratings
     | 58,372 views

    There is much work to be done in the Kingdom, but few workers to do it.

    WANTED: WILLING LABORERS FOR THE KINGDOM MATTHEW 9:35-38 As I continue along my journey up the King’s highway, I have witnessed some eye-opening situations in the church today… The Lord has allowed me to observe some troubling signs of the times… I’ve had the opportunity to see what I believe is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Willing Spirit; Weak Flesh

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 25, 2015
     | 5,808 views

    We must pray for and rely on God’s strength to get us through life.

    Willing Spirit; Weak Flesh March 22, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must pray for and rely on God’s strength to get us through life. Focus Passage: Matthew 26:36-42 Supplemental Passage: Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Mystery Of His Will" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 10, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,477 views

    Revealed to us according to His kind intention which He purposed in Him. (#6 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

    We cannot go farther into this study until I have explained my position concerning the wording and sentence divisions found in the New American Standard Version of the Bible. I should begin by saying that I am not a student of the biblical languages, and I do not presume to be a bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Faith That Makes Us Willing Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 18, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,107 views

    Here we encounter another example of faith. This example illustrates that faith manifests itself in actions. Abraham’s faith is illustrated not simply by what he believed but by what he did.

    HEBREWS 11:17-19 [Leaving a Legacy Series] A FAITH THAT MAKES US WILLING [James 2:17-24 / Genesis 22:1-10] Here we encounter another example of faith. This example illustrates that faith manifests itself in actions (CIM). Abraham’s faith is illustrated not by what he believed but by what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's The Deal With Free Will? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 681 views

    Explore the concept of being children of God, made in His image with free will, and the importance of making choices that reflect His love and righteousness.

    Good morning, family of God! As we gather this morning, let's turn our hearts and minds to a passage from John's Gospel, chapter 1, verses 12-13: "Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—children born not of natural descent, nor ...read more

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    Are You Willing To Carry Jesus? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 697 views

    This sermon explores our roles as believers in carrying the weight of faith, serving as vessels for God's work, and proclaiming His blessings.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, and welcome to this blessed day that the Lord has made. We gather here today, not by coincidence, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to open our hearts to the Word of God and to listen to the message He has for us today. Our text ...read more

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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Are You Willing To Listen To The Lord? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 29, 2023
     | 1,822 views

    Here, God speaks to all Christians... 1. He speaks to us about our life (vs. 12-14). 2. He speaks to us about our love (vs. 15-16). 3. He speaks to us about our longevity (vs. 17).

    Are You Willing to Listen to the Lord? 1 John 2:12-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared November 29, 2023) MESSAGE: *Have you ever tried to talk to somebody, and they just weren't willing to listen? Oh yeah. Almost all of us have been there, -- maybe many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Gethsemane - "Not My Will"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,904 views

    Message about Jesus’ time praying at Gethsemane and His ultimate surrender to the Father’s plan.

    Gethsemane – “Not My Will” Matthew 26:36-46 August 16, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I can be rather selfish and self-seeking at times. Okay, a lot of times… I like having my way most all the time. I can be honest here, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Why Men Don't Ask For Directions Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,076 views

    Independence and self-will are at the heaert of prayerlessness.

    Why Men Don’t Ask For Directions —Part 1 James 4:1-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO. Our text connects these important themes. I want to set the stage for this study in this message and continue it next week. James is one of the most simple and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ