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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Pressing Towards The Goal

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 2, 2023
     | 2,890 views

    Do you have a faith that is worth dying for?

    Pressing Towards the Goal Philippians 3:4-14 We live in a world today in which many people have to motivations other than to get through another day. People seem to have nothing to live for. Drug abuse, alcoholism, homelessness, suicide, fear, and a general sense of despair has gripped the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Faith Toward God

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 95 ratings
     | 24,649 views

    living by faith

    Intro: faith toward God is the second foundational stone listed in Hebrews 6:1-2, after repentance from dead works. Practical definition of faith—believing that what God said He can do, that he can do it. Faith is an actual agreement with God in His abilities to perform His Word. “ Faith isn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Rich Towards God

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 31, 2025
     | 533 views

    The Parable of the Rich Fool teaches us not to hoard the blessing God's lavishes upon us. We find ways to share, give, and provide for others in need with a generous spirit.

    IN HIS SERMON “THE USE OF MONEY,” JOHN WESLEY SAID IN REGARDS TO EARTHLY TREASURES, “EARN ALL YOU CAN, SAVE ALL YOU CAN, AND GIVE ALL YOU CAN.” OUR PARABLE DOES NOT CONDEMN WEALTH OR BEING PROSPEROUS OR HAVING MANY POSESSIONS. IN FACT, THE CHURCH DOES NOT TEACH AGAINST IT, BUT RATHER CALLS US TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • SAUMIMAN SAUD avatar

    Struggling Towards Perfection

    Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 18, 2025
     | 360 views

    God created us, gave us full freedom to make decisions in this world. Even though sometimes we are like naughty kids, He never rushes to punish us. However, it‟s interesting that unless we get punished by God, we often forget to change. People usually do not change spiritually until a great,

    STRUGGLING TOWARDS PERFECTION 1 Timothy 4:6-16, Acts 24:16 God created us, gave us full freedom to make decisions in this world. Even though sometimes we are like naughty kids, He never rushes to punish us. However, it's interesting that unless we get punished by God, we often forget to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Looking Toward Revival

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 16, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,233 views

    The mistake of looking at sins in society while ignoring our own.

    Judges 20 LOOKING TOWARD REVIVAL Give background from Judges 19 Sounds similar to America today. Last year, President Bush signed a ban, making it illegal to perform partial-birth abortions. The ban has not been enforced during the past year because 3 federal judges agreed to hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Reactions Toward Christ

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 28, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,364 views

    By repentance we give glory to our Creator whom we have offended; by faith we give glory to our Redeemer who came to save us from our sins. When you think of all that Christ has done for you, you’ll want to do your best for Him.

    Opening illustration: The reactions of different people when encountering the awesome presence of God during the ministry time in Toronto, Canada. Let us turn to Mark 1 and see the different reactions people had toward Christ. Introduction: Jesus began to preach in Galilee, after that John was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Looking Toward Heaven

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 18, 2010
     | 3,747 views

    We are in the middle of a spiritual war that many Christians are unaware of. We need to learn to look toward heaven as Jesus did in Matthew 14.

    Looking toward Heaven Illustration: Current Event Headline: Judge declares NDOP Unconstitutional. US District Judge Barbara Crabb said the holiday violates the “establishment clause” of the First Amendment, which creates a separation of church and state. Comments- have nothing to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Riding Toward Death"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 11, 2014
     | 7,265 views

    A sermon for Palm Sunday

    "Riding Toward Death" Matthew 21:1-11 Three times between Matthew Chapter 16 and Matthew Chapter 20, Jesus tells His disciples that He is going to Jerusalem where He will suffer, die and rise from the dead. And now in Chapter 21 Jesus finally enters Jerusalem, but He is not immediately arrested ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Looking Toward Calvary Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 27, 2017
     | 7,055 views

    Often our spiritual vision is hindered by the desires of the flesh. We seek to serve the Lord, but often find a struggle with the flesh.

    Looking toward Calvary Mark 8: 31-33 At this point in Jesus’ ministry His popularity has diminished greatly, particularly among the devout Jews. He is about to enter a season of intense difficulty, culminating with the cross. From this moment forward, Jesus will be intent on enabling the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Trending Toward Terrorism

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 26, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,624 views

    In the last few months, we have watched horrific terrorists attacks take place in Europe and on American soil.

    Trending Toward Terrorism (Inspired by article in Prophecy In The News (Jan. 2016) by Dr. Kevin Clarkson) 1/13/16 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In the last few months, we have watched horrific terrorists attacks take place in Europe and on American soil. 1 In Paris, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressing Toward The Mark PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,984 views

    Encourages Christians to persevere in their faith journey, emphasizing the importance of endurance and steadfastness in pursuing the heavenly prize in Christ Jesus.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of our shared faith, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are gathered here not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the ongoing story of God's grace and ...read more

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    Exit To Canaan Just Ahead

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,623 views

    If God promises something it is already there waiting on us.

    Exit to Canaan Just Ahead Genesis 17:7-8 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 7And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Joel Vicente avatar

    300 – Who's Ahead Of You

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,865 views

    Wars are only won when God is ahead and the head!

    Illustrate Humor: Listening--Two men were talking over coffee one day. One said: "I’m concerned about my wife. She talks to herself a lot these days." The other said: "Mine does too, but she doesn’t know it. She thinks I’m listening.” Is Worship primarily about God listening to us, or us listening ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Carroll avatar

    Wives Toward Husbands Series

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011
     | 2,462 views

    Our relationships with our spouses and children from a scriptural standpoint

    BALANCE IN THE HOME SERIES LESSON # 2 WIVES TOWARD HUSBANDS 1 Pet 3:1-6 1 Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the conversation of the wives; 2 While they behold your chaste conversation coupled with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Go Ahead- Admit It!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 23, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    We all like to think were ok. But God sees it differently and expects us to deal with our sin. There are three ways that we can deal with sin.

    GO AHEAD – ADMIT IT! 1 JOHN 1:8-10 Introduction: When a person comes to Jesus Christ and accepts Him as both Lord and Savior, the Bible declares that he is a new creature; that the old things – the life and its ways are behind and passed away; that a new life has begun in the light of God’s mercy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist