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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Tarnished Gold

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Sep 8, 2003
    based on 103 ratings
     | 7,704 views

    Lamentations symbolically describes the sorrow the nation of Judah experienced in Babylonian captivity. Jeremiah proclaims that Judah’s bondage was the consequence of her sin.

    TARNISHED GOLD "How the gold has become dim! How changed the fine gold! The precious sons of Zion, valuable as fine gold, how they are regarded as clay pots, the work of the hands of the potter!" Lamentations 4:1-2 Jeremiah is known as “the weeping prophet". Lamentations symbolically describes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live With Intent: Direction Series

    Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Nov 12, 2008
     | 3,701 views

    Part 4 of 4 in the Intentional Living series

    “Intentional Living” Part 4 – Direction NewSong Church 03/09/08 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. Light vs. Dark • The point ...read more

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    Put On Humility

    Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Aug 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,767 views

    For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.

    Apostle Paul in our main scripture text is cautioning every believer to be truthful(honest)as you evaluate yourself, not thinking of yourself or believing that you are better than you are. I categorize this phrase under "pride." When you think about pride, it is saying to yourself and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Topic: The Parable Of The Bridesmaids

    Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 7, 2022
     | 1,714 views

    There were three stages of the Jewish weddings. First is the Engagement where fathers of both families agree on the marriage.

    Topic: The Parable of the Bridesmaids Text: Matthew 25:1-13 Mat 25:1 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. Mat 25:2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Mat 25:3 They that were foolish took ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    A Wise Use Of Time

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 18, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,059 views

    Three negatives negated, and three positives endorsed. Redeeming the time. The Holy Spirit and the word of Christ. An exhortation to praise and thanksgiving.

    A WISE USE OF TIME. Ephesians 5:15-20. Despite popular opinion, the Christian “life” or Christian “walk” is not a style of living or a level of morality that we must first attain before we can ever be recognised as true Christians. On the contrary, the Christian “walk” or the Christian “life” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Knowing Jesus

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2023
     | 1,401 views

    Knowing Jesus helps us through life and will certainly help us at the end of life.

    Luke 24:13-35 knowing Jesus 1. The Disciples were walking to Emmaus and they shared • They talked about the things that had happened • Then, Jesus begins walking with them , 16 but their eyes were kept from recognizing him. 17 And he said to them, “What are you discussing with each other ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Refining Fire

    Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,152 views

    This message is to encourage the believer that even though we go through trails and hardships, we will not be utterly destroyed but we will be purified by the Refiners Fire.

    I. "HE SHALL SIT AS A REFINER AND PURIFIER OF SILVER" A. This is a beautiful and not uncommon figure of speech in Scripture: 1. The Psalmist, the wise men, and the prophets have all made use of it 2. The simile used in our text indicates that God is at work to purify the lives of His people, even ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Embracing Change: Lessons From Jesus SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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     | 1,197 views

    Jesus prayed and relied on the Holy Spirit for every change. Even at the times of Christ’s greatest popularity He knew that only the Spirit produces lasting change.

    Can change truly happen? Many of us make New Year's resolutions, hoping to bring about personal transformation. However, change is often met with resistance, as people prefer the familiar. Even when individuals claim to have experienced a spiritual rebirth, skepticism arises. But the Bible tells us ...read more

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    Spiritual Sanitation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 17, 2025
     | 817 views

    Sanitation is the act of cleaning and purifying an environment. Spiritually, it involves the cleansing of our hearts, minds, and lives to maintain a right standing with God.

    Title: SPIRITUAL SANITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 51:10 "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 1:16-18, 2 Corinthians 7:1, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 5:8, James 4:8 INTRODUCTION: Sanitation is the act of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Philippians 2:12-18

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
     | 883 views

    Philippians Exposition

    Philippians 2:12 - 18 Point | The work of salvation is about surrender not perfection 12-14: Our words reflect our hearts. The first step in combating a complaining attitude is to control what we allow our minds to focus on. This means taking every thought captive. The idea of working out your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    You Died

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 4, 2025
     | 193 views

    Paul tells us since we became believer we died the old lifestyles are dead.

    "You Died" Colossians 3:1-11 1. “You Died” 3For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God • When you die death is a process where the body gradually shuts down • You are unable to do the things you once did. • You can’t do certain things any longer 2. When you died ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Look For The "Real” Seal! Series

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on May 30, 2002
    based on 100 ratings
     | 9,233 views

    The Bible tells us that there will be those that depart from the faith. This is not just a problem for the last days but has been a problem throughout Christian History and prior. Dig into God’s Word and dig in for battle.

    Sermon Title: Look for the “REAL” seal! Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – June 2, 2002 Scripture Introduction: When we go into the grocery store to purchase various items of nutritional value for our families, we purchase based on some sort ...read more

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    Getting Ready For A Pentecostal Experience Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,584 views

    Following the Instructions of Jesus as they await the dawning of a Christian Pentecost

    As we begin this fourth lesson in Acts, we have now moved past Dr. Luke’s introduction and into the beginning of the early church. We have seen the importance of the resurrection in the redemptive history of the church. We have read how Jesus appeared to ver 500 of His followers following ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christ Our Sanctifier Series

    Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,483 views

    Part 2 of 4 Advent sermons focusing on the Four-fold Gospel (C&MA distinctives)

    Christ Our Sanctifier (4FG-2) I. Why Do I Need a Sanctifier? A. What is sanctification? B. What is the relationship between salvation and sanctification? C. How important is sanctification? II. What Is God’s Plan to Meet My Need? A. A perfect man B. A perfect sacrifice III. How Do I Receive Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Jerry O'Sullivan avatar

    Aroma Therapy

    Contributed by Jerry O'sullivan on Jul 14, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 31,606 views

    Big Idea: What does it mean to live our lives as the aroma of Christ? We are the Aroma of Christ when our life smells of success, service, sacrifice and sincerity so that it causes people to remember Jesus.

    Introduction: (BLACK SLIDE on screen Votive Candles with chocolate chip cookie Smell lit in sanctuary giving off pleasant aroma throughout Jerry enters auditorium from back with tray of cookies) Good Morning my name is Jerry O’Sullivan I am one of the pastors here at Shelter Rock Church and I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational