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In Everything Pray

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

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In everything we ought to pray

The apostle Paul writes, Be careful [anxious] for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God (Philippians 4:6). Paul is telling us, Seek the Lord about every area of your life. And thank him ahead of time for hearing you! Pauls ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 9, 2020

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Christmas sermon series preaching through the names of the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:1-7. Heavily adapted from a series offered by Sermon Central

Everlasting Father Prince of Peace, pt. 3 Good morning everybody! [Turn to Isaiah 9]. Over the past few weeks we have looked at this passage in Isaiah. We've talked about Jesus being our wonderful counselor and how he can guide and Shepherd our lives so that we are never alone and are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

6. The First Preacher And The First Sermon

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Feb 6, 2020

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The message Jesus drew from the story of Noah is that his coming will be as unexpected as the flood was for the people of Noah’s day. But most people don't believe his coming will be like the flood.

6. The first preacher and the first sermon Sermon on 29 Sept 2019 PM, at Rosebery Park Baptist Church, Bournemouth, UK. According to the Bible, who was the world’s first preacher? And what was his sermon? The answer is Noah! We know Noah was a preacher from this verse in 2 Peter: ‘…if he did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Fight Off What Comes Naturally (Idolatry)

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 8, 2020

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Doing what comes naturally will not lead us in the direction of drawing closer to God. Naturally we have a bent away from the things of God.

Fight Off What Comes Naturally Exodus 20:1-21 1 Peter 2:9-12 3/6/2020 Some things that come naturally to us can prove deadly if we give ourselves over to them. Have you ever been driving and got sleepy at night. You do things to fight off that natural desire to sleep. You may open ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21, 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus’ Glorious Surrender Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2022

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Through Jesus' communion with the Father, He would find victory and the strength to surrender to the Father’s perfect will for His life. We can also.

LUKE 22: 39-46 [JESUS’ LAST NIGHT SERIES] JESUS’ GLORIOUS SURRENDER [Isaiah 53:10-12; Ephesians 6:10-17] Once again we are looking at Jesus’ last night before His crucifixion on Friday. Like a terminally ill patient, Jesus knows death is on its way. He also knew exactly what was coming with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

If That's The Way Christians Act, I Want Nothing To Do With Their God!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 6, 2022

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Lost people often use our failure to live as we ought to justify their rejection of Christ. While we cannot excuse them, we must know that we do offend. Therefore, we require grace to honour God and to avoid giving offence to the lost.

“Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Sleeping Church

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Apr 2, 2015

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Divine opportunities pass us by when we are not watchful, when we are not alert. Wrong decisions are taken when we are not watchful, when we are not discerning. The church strays from her mission and God ordained purpose when we are not watchful.

Introduction During Jesus’ last days on earth something worthy of attention happened at the Garden of Gethsemane. Matthew 26:36 tells us that Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane. Then He told them to sit down at a particular spot while He goes to pray. Jesus then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Floating On Broken Pieces

Contributed by James May on Apr 10, 2002

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If we will abide in Christ as the sailors stayed with the ship that Paul was shipwrecked in, God will provide a way for us to escape destruction.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44, Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keep The Fire Burning

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 21, 2003

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many Christians are apathetic about their relationship with the Lord, this sermon is to counter that and by God’s grace help them to stay on track

Keep The Fire Burning Mark 12:30 Did you ever notice that a lot of times when people first come to the Lord, when they are a new Christian, that they have a passion and a fire for God, but then it seems after a while, that fire kind of burns out. After a while they kind of loose their desire to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30, James 1:21-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Vision Factor Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 1, 2005

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This message is the fourht in a series that puts forth four principles that will help a church become a nd stay a Great king Church

The Vision Factor Joshua 3:1-4 I. Being Vision-Minded Requires Faith (v. 1-4) A. Faith to recognize God’s desires “…truly God has delivered all the land into our hands..” Josh. 2:24 • God’s desire for your life • God’s desire for your ministry • God’s desire for your church B. Faith to recognize ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Joyful No Matter What Happens

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

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Philippians chapter 1 give us what we need to stay joyful, regardless how difficult like becomes.

How to Be Joyful No Matter What Philippians 1 • Most people don’t enjoy life • Just look at people at the subway: hard faces, grin, baptize in vinegar The 4 keys for a joyful life 1. The Right Perspective (1:12-14) a. What do you see when you are confronted with the worst? i. Myth: Life must ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith For The Faithful

Contributed by Matthew Morine on May 13, 2008

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Most people believe that the leadership of a congregation are the people with the strong faith. This is not always the case. Here is a lesson for the faithful to stay faithful.

FAITH FOR THE FAITHFUL THEME: THOSE WHO ARE FAITHFUL MUST ADMIT A FAITH WEAKNESS. TEXT: MARK 9:14-29 It seems that in the church those in a leadership position are strong in the faith. The elders, deacons, preachers, and teachers are those who are solid with the faith. This seems to be the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good News-Bad News Story

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 12, 2007

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Joseph was a man who learned that if you stay true to God, no matter what, bad news will turn to good news.

Good News – Bad News (Genesis 50:15-21) Good News - Bad News Story: A certain man told his friend that his brother was working to get his pilot’s license. His friend said, “O, that’s great!” “No, it wasn’t great because the engine caught fire.” “Oh, that’s terrible,” said his friend. “No, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Seek Answers

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 23, 2009

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Nicodemus sought out the truth, didn’t run away but stayed till he got what he wanted.

Seek Answers John 3:1-21 Monte T. Brown October 19, 2008 Sunday Morning Heart O the Hills Introduction Nicodemus was a ruler of the Jews, a Pharisee, and a member of the great Sanhedrim, a senator, and a privy-counselor, a man of authority in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should I Live Like A Christian?

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 28, 2006

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Living the real christian life is tough and thus requires the proper motivation to stay true: the cost, consequences, and character of salvation.

WHY I SHOULD LIVE AS A CHRISTIAN Introduction: Tonight I want to focus on one question. I used to think it was simple, until could never find an answer. I eventually decided that when I became a wise and all knowing senior pastor, I would discover the answer. Now that I’m a senior ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

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