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  • Mike Lewis avatar

    Pure In Heart Series

    Contributed by Mike Lewis on Nov 28, 2023
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    As Jesus continues to preach these different beatitudes, he spells out the different virtues of what makes a disciple close to God’s intention for mankind and how we can be blessed by God.

    WELCOME & INTRODUCTION A CLEAN GETAWAY In May of 2019, Nate Roman, 44, of Marlborough, Massachusetts, arrived home and noticed immediately that something wasn’t right. After looking around his house, he called the police. What was wrong? The place was too clean. “You could smell the cleaning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Thin Place Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 631 views

    This sermon explores the concept of "thin places" - special locations where individuals feel particularly close to God - and emphasizes the importance of seeking God in these places, using Psalm 122 as a guiding scripture.

    The Seed family was at Forest Home a week ago. Forest Home is a Christian Camp 90 minutes from here in the San Bernardino Mountains. We’ve been going to Family Camp since Bryan and Amy were in elementary school. We love it there. It has mountains, a lake, a creek, a swimming pool, pine trees, oak ...read more

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    Sermon Series: Psalms For All Seasons

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Let Us Worship God Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 1, 2024
     | 1,289 views

    Looking at Psalm 100 can prepare you spiritually for this new level of closeness in your walk with God and it can prepare our fellowship to grow in worship. Prepare to be challenged by Psalm 100.

    If a runner gets a new personal best in his mile time, then his old and slower time is not good enough anymore. That is the case in almost any area. When you improve to a new level, then the old level is just not going to be satisfying. You and to move in the direction of improvement. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dwell With God

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 22, 2024
     | 604 views

    Surrender to the plans of God even if it is tough, being close to God and obeying Him is more important than other comforts which would eventually follow the faithful and obedient and steadfast follower.

    Jeremiah 40:1"He had found Jeremiah bound in chains among all the captives from Jerusalem and Judah who were being carried into exile to Babylon." Not an ordinary person but Nebuzaradan, commander of the imperial guard of Babylon found Prophet Jeremiah "bound in chains among the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Ring Out

    Contributed by Steve Ely on May 28, 2009
    based on 13 ratings
     | 13,733 views

    Have you ever wanted to throw in the towel? Felt like walking away? Quitters never win! Too many Christians give up when it gets tough. Don’t ring out! Stay in the fight.

    Don’t Ring Out Ring bell 3 times. I. Introduction It is called Hell Week. The soldiers are pushed to their limits physically, mentally, and emotionally. They are forced to operate with little to no sleep. They are put through evolutions or exercises that exhaust them and stretch them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Christmas Cast Of Characters (Shepherds) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 18, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,008 views

    The story of Christmas is wrapped around people... real life people. This four-sermon-series looks closely at this special cast of characters in an attempt to find our stories in theirs. Alliterated and expository, with PowerPoint available.

    Christmas: Cast of Characters (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/16/2012 I’ve said many times that everyone needs a place to belong, and that’s especially true during the holidays. So whether this is your first Christmas season with us or your fifty first, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A Destiny For Good Things

    Contributed by Jason Love on Aug 27, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,855 views

    This sermon gives a demonstration of destiny by looking at the life of Joseph.

    1. Josephs childhood A. He was special to his dad Jacob 1. He was the eldest child of Rachel 2. He stayed close to the home -We are also special to God B. Joseph has revelation of his destiny 1. The dream of the sheaves 2. The dream of the moon, sun, and eleven ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Loosing Sight Of The Goal?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,572 views

    How easy is it to loose sight of the goal? I set up a portable basketball goal in the sanctuary to illustrate my point. Mary and Joseph lost Jesus in the midst of doing their religious duties? Stay focused on the goal.

    LOOSING SIGHT OF THE GOAL? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com As I start to preach, I have some men carry a portable basket ball goal into the front of the sanctuary and set it up. We discuss who are we going to trust to take a shot and make a basket and not harm our pretty lights? I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When God Shuts One Door He Opens Another

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 11, 2024
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     | 2,423 views

    God guides the steps of His people, but He needs our participation. We must recognize the doors when God opens them, and not become discouraged when some close. He works for our good!

    WHEN GOD SHUTS ONE DOOR HE OPENS ANOTHER Acts 16:6-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Celebrating Mothers 1. We all know what today is! It’s the Special day to Celebrate all our Mothers! That’s why Mother’s Day is the 3rd most celebrated holiday, just after Christmas and Easter. 2. If we’re not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    The Door Is Open Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,651 views

    What doors are open in your church and in your heart today. Let's look at a couple of doors that need to be open today, tomorrow and forevermore.

    Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13 Theme: Doors Title: Come on In – the Door is Open What doors are open in your church today? Let’s look at a couple of doors that need to be open in every church. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! It’s such a simple word - ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 44 - God Is Mindful Of Us Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 353 views

    Jonah sat outside the city of Nineveh in the blazing heat fuming against God, but God graciously appointed a plant to grow and give shade to Jonah. No matter what our situation is, let’s remember that God is mindful of us and He will never leave us nor forsake us.

    For our meditation let us look at Jonah 4:6, “Now the LORD God appointed a plant and made it come up over Jonah that it might be a shade over his head, to save him from his discomfort. So Jonah was exceedingly glad because of the plant.” (ESV) God gave Jonah a task to go and preach against ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Life In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 2, 2021
     | 2,931 views

    As Christians, we recognize the presence, the works, and the witness of the Spirit.

    Romans 8:12-17 - Life in the Spirit When we come to know Christ, the Holy Spirit comes and dwells within us. • What does that mean for us? Is our life going to be different? What is the role of the Holy Spirit in my life? • These are important questions. We know God the Father, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Christmas Cast Of Characters (Joseph) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 18, 2012
     | 6,919 views

    The story of Christmas is wrapped around people... real life people. This four-sermon-series looks closely at this special cast of characters in an attempt to find our stories in theirs. Alliterated and expository, with PowerPoint available.

    Christmas: Cast of Characters (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/9/2012 This time of year is always special. Families all have their different traditions: decorating the Christmas tree, hanging stockings, traveling to visit family and friends. You may enjoy driving around ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Thomas Clawser avatar

    Evangelizing Skeptics

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 13, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,534 views

    As we gather for revival services, it is appropriate to ask ourselves, “How is it that the church (at large) has fallen on such lean times”? Churches everywhere are closing, and some that remain open find it nearly impossible to sustain themselves. Many

    As we gather for revival services, it is appropriate to ask ourselves, “How is it that the church (at large) has fallen on such lean times”? Churches everywhere are closing, and some that remain open find it nearly impossible to sustain themselves. Many are quick to place blame on social ills; I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    A Properly Aligned Life

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 9, 2019
     | 5,963 views

    God has a plan for every life. Many times we miss that plan by aspiring to be something different than what we were created for. This message encourages us to "Stay In Our Lane."

    Luke 7:1-23 I. HUMILITY A. Others may try to boost you. - Luke 7:4-5 1. Be Thankful, Be a Reflector B. Don’t believe your own press - Luke 7:6-7 1. In fact… Don’t even read your own press 2. Stay focused on pleasing God and ministering to others II. UNDERSTANDING AUTHORITY A. The centurion ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God