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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    I Know That My Redeemer Liveth.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 28, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,010 views

    Job looks forward to meeting Jesus at the resurrection of the dead.

    I KNOW THAT MY REDEEMER LIVETH. Job 19:23-27. JOB 19:23-24. “Oh that my words were now written! Oh that they were printed (literally, ‘inscribed’) in a book! That they were graven (literally, ‘engraved’) with an iron pen and lead in the rock for ever!” Something written on a scrap of paper is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Witnesses To Jesus.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 18, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,636 views

    Jesus brings forward witnesses as to who He is.

    WITNESSES TO JESUS. John 5:31-39. JOHN 5:31. “If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true.” If any mere man were to make the claims that Jesus made for Himself, that man would be a liar. But, to show us that He is no mere man, Jesus goes on to speak of “other witnesses.” JOHN 5:32. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Goal Line Stands

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 26, 2007
     | 2,659 views

    if we’re going to find fulfillment, peace, or satisfaction, it’s by aligning ourselves with God’s purposes and living intentionally that way.

    Goal Line Stands Philippians 3:10-16 October 7, 2007 I believe the apostle Paul would have been one of the biggest fans of ESPN if it was around in the days of the early church. There are a number of scriptures in which he uses sports analogies, and this is one of them. As I read this passage I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Prays ... The Disciples Sleep Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,625 views

    Jesus is overwhelmed, yet is able to move forward. At the same time the disciples fail in the face of small challenges. How can we move forward without failure?

    Message Matthew 26:36-46 Jesus Prays the Disciples Sleep Let me ask you a question:- How is Jesus like you? What are some of the things that Jesus does that we do as humans? (weeps, gets angry, sleeps, eats, loves, was tempted etc). So we see similarities don’t we. Let’s push it a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope When Obstacles Discourage Us Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 15, 2018
     | 9,070 views

    Encouragement on how to not lose heart. How does God use struggles to move us forward spiritually?

    WHY DO WE GET DISCOURAGED? Obstacles weigh us down. - 2 Corinthians 4:16a. - In one sense, it’s good news that the first part of v. 16 is in there. It’s a reminder to us that God knows that we get discouraged and need a little hope. These verses are in here to give us that hope. Hopefully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgetting And Focusing Series

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 8, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,760 views

    Release your past to Christ, both successes and failures. Reach toward your glorious future, living with one foot in eternity as you remember where you’re heading. And daily seek to grow closer to Christ. Make it your daily ambition to know Christ better.

    Philippians 3:10-14 Forgetting and Focusing I noticed an odd phenomenon in the military. When people were drawing close to retirement or their discharge date, their whole demeanor changed. They started dragging to formation. Their PT efforts became weakened. Their work grew subpar, or average at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Roadways & Ruts Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 11, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,938 views

    If we want to let God make us a new creation, we must get out of the ruts and walk on the roadway God provides for us!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • A few weeks ago Robyn and I decided to take her Toyota Highlander Hybrid up the mountain. • I think we went to Ramsey Canyon road. Ok, we have a SUV; we can conquer the world with it even though it is a two-wheel drive and a Hybrid.  • We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    After The Tears

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,408 views

    We all make mistakes, some bigger than others. But God has shown us what to do with them:

    I don’t know anyone anywhere who hasn’t done something they were sorry for afterwards. What’s the most recent one for you? Maybe it’s something you said - thoughtless or angry words. Maybe it’s something you did - or something you didn’t do. Perhaps it was something that you fight against and keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Don't Forget About Me PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,093 views

    This sermon encourages believers to pursue a deeper relationship with God, moving forward with purpose and perseverance, guided by His promise.

    Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to stand here today, to share the word of God with you, and to dwell on the richness and depth of His wisdom. In this gathering, we are not merely individuals, but a community of believers, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior. We are ...read more

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    Looking Ahead (New Year’s) Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,639 views

    A follower of Jesus looks forward to the future with hope, leaving behind regrets and embracing the shaping power of the future.

    Hey guys, I heard this cool quote from a pro golfer named Tom Lehman. He said, “Everyone needs three things to live well: something to do, someone to love, and something to look forward to.” What gets you out of bed in the morning? We all need something to do, right? School, sports, hobbies, even ...read more

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    I'm Pressing On

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 32,802 views

    A sermon encouraging others to leave their doubt, unbelief and negative talk behind and take personal responsibility for their spiritual growth in 2011.

    I'M PRESSING ON: A 2011 new year message to CWC! Philippians 3:13-15 Intro: The Old Hymnal, “Higher Ground” is a spiritual declaration of one determined man Johnson Oatman, Jr.put to music! Some refuse to believe that our personal faith plays a role in our spiritual growth and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Mission Sunday 2017

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018
     | 10,013 views

    Missions opportunities are all around us local, regional, national and international. Is God calling you to a mission field of some kind. Be open to His call and let the love of Jesus fuel your faith to serve.

    Mission Sunday 2017 1 Peter 1:17-23 "Since you call on a Father who judges each person’s work impartially, live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear. For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Beating The Odds

    Contributed by James Reginald Levert on Aug 1, 2014
     | 13,039 views

    Sermon to challenged other to move forward and trust that God will give you the victory.

    Beating the Odds Judges 3:31 The word odds is define as the following 1 archaic : inequalities b obsolete : degree of unlikeness 2a : an amount by which one thing exceeds or falls short of another <won the election by considerable odds> b (1) : a difference favoring one of two opposed things ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Press Toward The Mark! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,759 views

    This sermon encourages believers to let go of the past, persevere in faith, and passionately pursue God's purpose, looking forward to His promises.

    Welcome, beloved, to our time of worship and fellowship in the Lord's presence. I trust that His grace has been sufficient for you through the week and that you are eager to hear from Him today. We gather here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because we are drawn by the ...read more

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    Rooted In Christ's Supremacy Series

    Contributed by Matthew Black on Jan 2, 2022
     | 2,884 views

    In praying for his Christian family in Ephesus, the apostle Paul ends up in a beautiful strain of exaltation of the Lord Jesus Christ. Often praying for others can be what lifts our eyes to the glories and power of Jesus.

    What’s the greatest thing about your life? For the Christian, the best thing is that Christ has first place in your life. Our text here in Ephesians is a celebratory prayer for the full salvation of the believer. It’s all done by Christ and for Christ. When Christ is exalted in the life of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible