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    Ministry Integrity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,048 views

    Emphasize the importance of living with integrity in ministry, encouraging others with integrity, and serving with integrity, following the example of Paul and his companions in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into 1 Thessalonians and explore the importance of integrity in ministry. Before we begin, let's remember the words of C.S. Lewis: "Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching." This applies not only to our personal lives ...read more

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    Evaluating Your Spiritual Growth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,136 views

    Explores the concept of spiritual maturity, emphasizing its essence in living out God's word rather than merely performing religious rituals.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed day in the house of our Lord. It's always a joy to gather together in His name, to be nourished by His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His unending love for us. Today, we gather to ponder some profound truths that will challenge us, inspire us, ...read more

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    Be Perfect? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011
     | 7,870 views

    This message is the first in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message examines Jesus' call to be perfect.

    There are times when people including Christians say some very strange things. Often we hear someone say something that stops us in our tracks. For example, have you ever heard something that sounded so strange or outrageous that you asked yourself, “Did I really just hear that?” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Through Christ Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 885 views

    This sermon encourages believers to face hardships with courage and faith, reminding them that they are resilient and never abandoned by God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we gather in the spirit of unity and love, bringing our hearts together in the presence of our Lord. We are here to celebrate our faith, to strengthen our bonds with God and each other, and to find solace and encouragement in His Word. As we ...read more

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    Running The Christian Race

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 718 views

    The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a focus on the prize that lies ahead.

    RUNNING THE CHRISTIAN RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Galatians 5:7, James 1:12 INTRODUCTION The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,762 views

    This sermon explores the meaning of embodying the Fruit of the Spirit and how to cultivate these qualities to live beyond the law's limitations.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves on the precipice of a profound revelation, a revelation that has the power to transform our lives and the way we live out our faith. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the teachings of the Apostle Paul in ...read more

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    Pressing Toward The Mark PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,941 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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    Being A Father Like Our Heavenly Father PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,039 views

    We can become good and giving fathers like our heavenly Father.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a beautiful passage that speaks to us about living a life of love and compassion, the Fatherhood of God, and our call to become a father like our Heavenly Father. C.S. Lewis once said, "To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable ...read more

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    The Trinity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,002 views

    Explore the divine mystery of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and how believers can live in unity with one another, reflecting the unity within the Trinity.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a profound and foundational topic in our Christian faith: The Trinity. Bring me a worm that can comprehend a man, and then I will show you a man that can comprehend the Triune God. —John Wesley While each person of the Trinity is ...read more

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    Steadfast In The Face Of Whatever Happens PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 155 views

    Live each day in a way that reflects the gospel, showing unity, courage, and Christlike character in every aspect of ordinary life.

    Friends, grace to you. Some weeks feel like a blur of keys, calendars, and carpool lines. We know the drill: the alarm rings, the coffee brews, the inbox fills, and our souls whisper, “Lord, make this count.” In the hum of everyday life—school runs and staff meetings, grocery aisles and garage ...read more

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    Together For The Gospel PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 28, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 834 views

    Encourages believers to live a life worthy of the gospel, demonstrating consistent conduct, courage in suffering, and conviction in faith.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a blessing, as always, to stand before you today, not as a man of my own merit, but as a humble servant of our Lord Jesus Christ, called to share the richness of His word. And today, we find ourselves drawn to the book of Philippians, ...read more

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    What Is A True Friend? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 866 views

    Explore the value, characteristics, and benefits of true friendship as guided by Proverbs 17:26.

    Good morning, church family. We are going to unpack a powerful passage from Proverbs today, Proverbs 17:26 that says, "Also, to punish the righteous is not good, nor to strike the noble for their uprightness." This verse, though seemingly simple, will guide us as we delve into our topic today, ...read more

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    The Pursuit Of Increase

    Contributed by Damien Saylor on Nov 22, 2020
     | 3,254 views

    We want so desperately to be increased.

    Sermon - The pursuit of increase - I was thinking about Columbus again, & what I call our passions. - When we set our hearts on something. There’s not much that can sway us from achieving what we have our hearts set on. - Something we strive for, more than anything is, to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doing It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,646 views

    Emphasizes the importance of not just hearing God's Word, but actively living it out, highlighting the blessings that come from doing so and the dangers of failing to do so.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to talk about three things: being doers of the Word, the blessing of doing, and the danger of not doing. We're going to dive into the book of James. Now, you know, James doesn't mince words. He's pretty straightforward about what it means to be a follower of ...read more

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    Marks Of Maturity

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 116 ratings
     | 20,388 views

    A description of four marks of Christian maturity.

    I found a poem on the internet that I would like to share with you. It bears some striking resemblances to a very well-known poem. Listen carefully, though, because it is not quite the poem that you might expect. One night, I had a wondrous dream; One set of footprints there was seen. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed