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    Patience Everyone!

    Contributed by Gary Washburn on Apr 11, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,287 views

    Patience is a virtue that helps bring about success in every area of life. Without it you are doomed to failure. Surprisingly, the area most are falling short in is in having patience with God. God’s timing requires our patience.

    PATIENCE 2 Peter 1:3-8 now read Living Bible (not for accuracy but for clarity) Intro: Definition of patience: Hupomone in Greek = remaining under pressure that God ordains. Not surrendering to the circumstances that are pressuring you. Jesus calls us to get under the pressure of His yoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listen To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 14, 2004
    based on 120 ratings
     | 16,774 views

    A sermon focussing on listening to Jesus for purpose and direction and vision in our lives individually and collectively.

    Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday Yr C, 22/02/2004 Based on Lk 9:28-36 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Listen To Jesus” Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who often endured long receiving ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Room With A View

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Feb 14, 2013
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    We become what we gaze upon therefore it stands to reason that if we gaze upon the beauty of the Father we will ultimately become one who is truly found in His image. And if we observe the words of the Holy Spirit and allow Him to lead us into the heart o

    Seated with Christ in heavenly places, you may have heard the term and wondered; “How does that work, I am here on earth how do I sit with him”? Eph 2:6; For he raised us from the dead along with Christ, and we are seated with him in the heavenly realms—all because we are one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Raise The Bar Of Your Life

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 31, 2022
     | 2,767 views

    God kept the title “ RAISE THE BAR OF YOUR LIFE” in my mind, while meditating on it God gave me what I have to share with His people.

    RAISE THE BAR (Sermon dated: Jan 31, 2022) God kept the title “ RAISE THE BAR OF YOUR LIFE” in my mind, while meditating on it God gave me what I have to share with His people. We have lived a status-quo life for long and some are mighty thrilled to stay there – with no proper Bible reading ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Guard Your Heart’s Devotion - Colossians 3:1–4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 31, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 436 views

    We live in an age of distraction. The enemy doesn’t always need to destroy your faith—he only needs to divide your focus.

    Go! And Guard Your Heart’s Devotion - Colossians 3:1–4 Introduction: “Beware of anything that competes with loyalty to Jesus Christ.” – Oswald Chambers “Our attention is one of the most precious things we have. What we give it to shapes our souls.” – John Piper Church, we live in an age of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith Of A Few Friends PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,818 views

    The importance of friendship, mutual support, and compassionate care in our faith journey.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters! The passage we're going to dive into today is one familiar to many, but its lessons are so profound that they warrant revisiting time and again. We're going to explore Luke 5:17-39, a story that shines a light on the power of faithful friends, the strength of ...read more

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    How To Have Faith In God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,406 views

    To understand that faith is about trusting and believing in God's promises, even when we cannot see the path ahead.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, our sermon is centered on understanding the meaning of faith, living a life of faith and the rewards of faith. In the words of renowned Christian author, Oswald Chambers, "Faith never knows where it is being led, but it knows and loves the One ...read more

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    United We Stand Divided We Fall PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,523 views

    Emphasize the importance, beauty, and blessings of unity among believers, as depicted in Psalm 133:1-3, and to encourage the congregation to recognize and live out this unity in their daily lives.

    Good morning, family of God! Isn't it a joy to be together in the house of the Lord this morning? When we gather together in unity, we reflect the very heart of God and experience a taste of His kingdom here on earth. As we dive into the Word today, we're going to be looking at a portion of ...read more

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    How Far Are You Willing To Go PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,328 views

    The importance of obedience to God, the promise of His presence in our lives, and the cost of disobedience, using the story of Elijah and Elisha from 2 Kings 2:1-12.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of 2 Kings 2:1-12. Let me read this passage for us: [Read passage] As C.S. Lewis once wisely said, "Obedience is the road to freedom, humility the road to pleasure, unity the road to personality." Let's pray: Dear Lord, we ask You to ...read more

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    The Peace Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,114 views

    To explore the divine peace of God, its source and nature, and how we can apply it in our lives.

    Good morning, family. Today we're going to dive deep into a powerful promise from God, found in Philippians 4:7, which says, "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Have you ever wondered about that peace? Where does it come ...read more

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    Good Soldiers

    Contributed by Rex Deckard on Mar 18, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,920 views

    We are in a spiritual conflict. It is not a new conflict, but for some of us, it is new. The bad news is that this conflict will continue to intensify until the time of Great Tribulation- it will get worse and worse. The good news is- we are going to wi

    The Good Soldier II Corinthians 10:3, II Timothy 2:1-26 Pastor Rex Deckard For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)Casting down imaginations, and every high thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Worry Warts Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022
     | 1,377 views

    If you really believe that God is in charge, and that He loves you and will meet your needs, then you can live in faith rather than in fear.

    Anxiety is no joke. Maybe that’s why there are so many jokes about it. Take the old Peanuts cartoon that shows Linus coming up to Charlie Brown, dragging his blan-ket as he observes, “You look kinda depressed.” “I worry about school a lot,” Charlie replies. Then he adds, “I worry about my worrying ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Big Invitation SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,029 views

    God has given an invitation to eternal life. Will you accept or reject grace?

    Good morning, good afternoon, or good evening, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united by a common purpose, a shared faith, and a mutual love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to learn, to grow, and to understand more about the incredible love ...read more

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    The Power Of Consistent Living PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 12, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,313 views

    This sermon explores Caleb's unwavering faith and courage, encouraging believers to claim God's promises regardless of age or circumstance. Key

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today with a heart full of anticipation and a spirit filled with joy, for I have been given the privilege of sharing with you a message that I believe will inspire and uplift you. Today, we turn our focus to the story of a man whose faith was ...read more

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    Leave The Past Behind, Focus On What's Next PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,104 views

    This sermon encourages embracing past experiences, living in the present, and moving forward with faith, guided by God's Word and the spirit of perseverance.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, what a joy it is to be gathered here together in this sacred space, in the presence of our Lord. A place where we can open our hearts, share our burdens, and be uplifted by the Word of God. We find ourselves today at the crossroads of reflection ...read more

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