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  • Jason Pettibone avatar

    The Heart Of The Home Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Dec 18, 2006
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    Wife, it’s not just up to you, but you’re the HEART of the HOME, in almost every circumstance. You will keep the relationship alive more than he will. Yes, he must cooperate, but you’re the one who will keep the bridge in good shape!

    The Heart of the Home Wives, it’s your turn this morning! Seriously, I am preaching today in the context of the Christian wife and mother. I believe that the Bible teaches that a man and woman who enter into the marriage covenant, invoke a wholly different set of responsibilities in this world. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Handcrafted By God

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2012
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    Is God bending, shaping, or polishing me right now? What’s my attitude: Am I thanking and praising God, or am I complaining about the process? Trials are intended not to provoke us but to prove us. See the present from the perspective of the future. Look

    Opening illustration: The Steinway piano has been preferred by keyboard masters such as Rachmaninoff, Horowitz, Cliburn, and Liszt—and for good reason. It is a skillfully crafted instrument that produces phenomenal sound. Steinway pianos are built today the same way they were 140 years ago when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Believe In Angels

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 4, 2016
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    About 200 years ago, leading thinkers began to insist that we rely only on our reason and not the church's teachings. Science and technology came to shape our thinking about how the world works. Before long, angels began to disappear from peoples' consciousness.

    April 30, 2016 Tom Lowe I Believe in Angels Text: “For the Son of Man is going to come in his Father’s glory with his angels, and then he will reward each person according to what they have done.” (Matthew 16:27). I have never heard a sermon on angels. Think back. Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Heavenly Mindedness That Produces Good Works Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 20, 2020
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    How does our citizenship in heaven shape the way we think and interact with the world around us? How does it inform our understanding of social justice? How does "eagerly" waiting for the Coming of Christ affect the way we live life?

    Intro We are in a profound transition both in the church and in the nation. The presidential election is only weeks away. The results will take our nation and our lives in one of two very different directions. The church is also being reconfigured. Even now it looks very different than it did seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Guarding The Truth: A Call To Faithful Living 1 Timothy Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024
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    In the book of 1 Timothy, the Apostle Paul provides profound guidance on guarding and living out the truth of God's Word. Today, we embark on a transformative journey through key passages from 1 Timothy, discovering the power of truth in shaping our lives.

    Guarding the Truth: A Call to Faithful Living Introduction: In the book of 1 Timothy, the Apostle Paul provides profound guidance on guarding and living out the truth of God's Word. Today, we embark on a transformative journey through key passages from 1 Timothy, discovering the power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: The Grace-Fueled Journey Titus 2:11-12 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2024
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    Today, we embark on a journey through Titus 2:11-12, exploring the transformative truth that is the grace of God. In a world yearning for meaning and purpose, let us delve into the profound wisdom of God's Word and discover how His grace shapes and transforms our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: The Grace-Fueled Journey Titus 2:11-12 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through Titus 2:11-12, exploring the transformative truth that is the grace of God. In a world yearning for meaning and purpose, let us delve into the profound wisdom of God's Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Molded By God

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016
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    We may share in his creative work through faith, or we may forget the power of his shaping hands and look to our own ingenuity, our own capacity to market and manage our Christian fellowship. The security of God's people lies only in the Potter's Hand.

    Opening illustration: I read a story of a woman on vacation that was shopping in the finest stores. One day she saw the most beautiful cup she had ever seen. She went in bought the cup and every day she would take the cup out and admire it. She would even talk to the cup and say, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mentoring With God: Model Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 17, 2025
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    If you were looking to benefit from mentoring, what might you look for from a mentor? What if you knew the qualities of a Godly mentor that would shape your goals as a mentor and direct your search as a mentee? Get ready to discover what a model mentor looks like!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Mentoring with God: Model John 21:15-25 This is the fourth message in our series, Mentoring with God. Here is an excerpt from my recent email to our small group leaders: ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Who Am I

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 15, 2015
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    Like Peter, we are followers of Jesus. Like Peter, we sometimes have deep faith, and, at other times, a lack of faith. Jesus saw in Peter the same thing he sees in us-building material that can be shaped into a people of faith to serve his reign.

    The Gospel reading from Matthew 16:13-20 takes place in the region of Caesarea Philippi. It was a territory where pagan gods were worshipped, and it is there that Jesus asks Peter a question about his identity; not in some safe territory, but in a non-believing location. Perhaps that is why Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ronnie Miller avatar

    Christian Wrestling

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Apr 18, 2013
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    Wrestling is a challenging sport. It takes strength, endurance and real self-sacrifice. These guys train and work out hours each day to stay in shape. I’m sure they have a diet they stick too without compromise. It’s what they live and breathe

    Christian wrestling Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By The Love Of Christ 2 Corinthians 5:15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 18, 2024
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     | 1,354 views

    Today we delve into the powerful truth found in 2 Corinthians 5:15, which speaks of the transformative impact of Christ's love on our lives. Let us explore how this truth can shape our faith and relationships as we seek to live for Him.

    Transformed by the Love of Christ 2 Corinthians 5:15 Introduction: Today we delve into the powerful truth found in 2 Corinthians 5:15, which speaks of the transformative impact of Christ's love on our lives. Let us explore how this truth can shape our faith and relationships as we seek to live ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon - God’s Instructions For Purposeful Living

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 11, 2025
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    Some people live on purpose and some just respond to what the world delivers. A “life of purpose” is not something you do or something you have automatically, it is choices that each of us make. Living a life of purpose guides all our choices and shapes the direction of our life.

    Sermon – God’s Instructions for Purposeful Living Scripture - Psalms 1:1-6 AMP, “Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example], Nor stand in the path of sinners, Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "The God Who Feeds My Soul”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 17, 2024
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    St. Augustine noted that every person has a God shaped hole in his or her soul. People attempt to fill that cavity with lots of things but Jesus the true bread from heaven. Deep in every human soul is a search for “Harmony” with our Creator, that was lost in the Garden of Eden.

    In Jesus Holy Name July 21, 2024 Text: Mark 6:35,38 Redeemer “The God Who Feeds My Soul” St. Augustine noted that every person has a God shaped hole in his or her soul. People attempt to fill that cavity with lots of things but nothing satisfies our desire for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Speaking Life: The Divine Power Of Our Words Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2024
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     | 2,456 views

    As Christians, we understand that words matter. They hold immense power in shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. But do we truly grasp the depth of that power? Do we recognize that every word we speak carries the potential to either glorify God or grieve Him?

    Speaking Life: The Divine Power of Our Words Introduction: Today, we are going to revisit a topic that is both simple and profound: the power of our words. As Christians, we understand that words matter. They hold immense power in shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. But do we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is The Big Deal About Worship?

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 2, 2008
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    The church culture of today has so allowed the culture around us to shape the way we do things. The customer satisfaction mentality has invaded our churches. We have to be sure not to offend anyone and worship is all about them. Here in Isaiah we see t

    Intro: In Isaiah 6 we see the call and commissioning of Isaiah the prophet. We do not know but we assume that Isaiah was in the earthly temple. However, the temple described in verse 1 is the heavenly temple. In the year King Uzziah died. It would be like saying in the year Pearl Harbor was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist