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  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    No Longer A Slave Of Lust (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 17, 2019
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    This sermon (part 2 of a series on lust) explains how two neglected Bible texts are the keys for how local churches must help those trying to conquer lust.

    No Longer a Slave of Lust (Part 2) Series: No Longer Slaves Chuck Sligh March 17, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to James 5 and 1 Timothy 2. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Bent over his desk, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Born Again Christian Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 29, 2019
     | 3,023 views

    This is the final message of my Boarn Again Christian Series. This message focuses on the fruit of the Spirit.

    Born Again Christian Part 4 Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Isaiah 55:11; Galatians 5:19-24 This morning as I close out this series titled Born Again Christian, I want you to know that God’s Word does not change if we choose not to believe it! His Word will empower and act in the lives of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Married With Purpose Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018
     | 3,095 views

    Message 21 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message continues a discussion of the purpose of marriage began in message 20.

    Chico Alliance Church “Married with Purpose” 1 Cor 7:1-9 I ntroduction Marriage is under attack. The very foundation of our culture is in danger of deterioration. God has blessed America to the extent that America has embraced Biblical principles. These principles direct relationships ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Health Check 2020

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jan 9, 2020
     | 7,852 views

    Just as the physical and mental health crisis continue to worsen in this country, another health crisis is growing at an alarming pace, and yet it doesn't even make the news. I'm talking about our spiritual health crisis--the true "silent killer."

    Some of you may remember that in my last sermon I talked about how this time of the year is the time we typically look back on our lives and consider just how much God has blessed us and our families. And despite the hustle and bustle of this holiday season, I hope you've taken the time to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Proof Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 6, 2022
     | 3,757 views

    We are sometimes asked how to know when we have been filled with the Holy Spirit. These are my thoughts.

    Has anyone here ever grown fruit trees? Maybe an apple tree or a cherry tree. I am not a farmer or a gardener, but in 1990 we moved into a rented house we were told had five different fruit trees in the backyard.  When I heard that I thought, “wow that’ll be cool.” The day we arrived, one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Be Your Own Boss!

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022
     | 1,417 views

    Most Americans work and much of their life is controlled by someone else. There certainly is nothing wrong with that. This country could not operate unless people were willing to fill the jobs that are needed.

    Some jobs require a lot from folks who apply for them. It is essential to find qualified people to fill these jobs. Illus: A few months ago, there was an opening with the CIA for an assassin. Two men and a woman applied for this job. The day came for the final test to see which person would get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of Maturity Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023
     | 2,977 views

    Yet, here are nine beautiful graces of the Spirit-controlled life - a picture of beautiful harmony, of a selfless and purposeful life. And this can be you! When the Holy Spirit controls your life, He will produce inside you these nine beautiful characteristics.

    What would you like to change about yourself? And what have you done to change? Some of you have read self-help books, while others have joined a gym. Some of you are pursuing a degree, and others become religious. Today we begin a summer teaching series for those who want to change. This is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning Signs Of A Failed Marriage Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 3, 2016
     | 7,965 views

    There were warnings signs that Samson's marriage was bringing him down but he did not take heed instead continued to allow his desires, his disrespect, his disobedience and his his deception to overcome him. We can learn many things from his life.

    Warnings signs are set up to give precautionary notice of possible occurrences. But there are signs I saw in the internet that are so funny that I want to share with you today. Have you seen these kinds of signs? 1. "Do not Breathe under the water" - of course, you cannot breathe under the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Role Of An Elder

    Contributed by Josh Brown on Oct 9, 2021
     | 3,525 views

    The Church is made up of attendees, volunteers and leaders and each role is vital to the health of the church body. It is important to understand how each of these roles are called to serve within the church.

    We’re in week number two of a three part message serious where we are looking at the different role’s within the church... Last week we talked about deacons. We saw that deacons are the ultimate example of servants. And that their role is to come along side of the elders and help carry out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life To The Full PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025
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     | 72 views

    True abundance is found not in worldly success or possessions, but in knowing Jesus, who offers a life of deep, lasting fulfillment and peace.

    Friends, welcome. If your week has been full of hustle and hurry, if your heart has been tugged in ten directions by schedules, screens, and shoulds—take a breath. Pull up a chair at the table of God’s kindness. You are seen. You are loved. You are invited into life—real life, rich life, steady ...read more

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    Don't Be Bossy Be Glossy! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2004
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     | 6,735 views

    Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place.

    “Be Glossy! Not Bossy!” Thesis: Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place. Scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Surviving The Babylon’s Of Life Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 24, 2012
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     | 7,156 views

    know how to live a life without compromise!

    Surviving the Babylon’s of Life Date: January 22, 2012 Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21 PP Have you ever found yourself in the midst of an UNEXPECTED time of crisis?  One/those times when/nightmare hits/never saw it coming?  For example, there might have been a time when you got ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Fight - Rejoice!

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 23, 2020
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     | 2,989 views

    Paul writes his letter to the Philippian believers for several reasons, one of which was to break up a fight between two sisters in the church...

    Paul writes his letter to the Philippian believers for several reasons, one of which was to break up a fight between two sisters in the church. According to the Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy, fighting among people is usually over a piece of land. Tolstoy wrote of a man who was told he could own ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Harvest Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 12, 2022
     | 3,722 views

    A Faithful believer must have: 1) A Loving Spirit (Romans 1:11), 2) A Humble Spirit (Romans 1:12), 3) A Fruitful Spirit (Romans 1:13), 4) An Obedient Spirit (Romans 1:14), and finally 5) An Eager Spirit. (Romans 1:15)

    Romans 1:11–15. 11 For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you— 12 that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine. 13 I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I have often intended to come to you (but thus far ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Staying On The Road Of Sexual Purity

    Contributed by Bob Boerman on Jul 13, 2017
     | 6,402 views

    This sermon deals with singleness and sexuality and how spouses can help each other from jumping into sexual immorality.

    The Church in a Messy World Staying on the Road of Sexual Purity 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 July 9th, 2017 Introduction: The last time we met we worked our way through the end of 1st Corinthians 6 in which Paul began teach on sexual purity. Some don’t like to hear sermons on sex. Preach a sermon or two on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free