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  • Ken Pell avatar

    From Boomtown To Boondocks

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 5, 2015
     | 3,524 views

    I used this sermon for Easter but it is simply message inviting people to follow Christ. The Big idea: "The resurrection changes everything."

    FROM BOOMTOWN TO BOONDOCKS Ephesians 2:1-10 Big Idea: The Resurrection changes everything! 1 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Tithing: One Of The Most Important Responsibilities Of Any True Believer

    Contributed by Gilbert Varela on Nov 13, 2007
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     | 3,907 views

    What does it mean to be stewards? Does it means that we are partially owners, and partially stewards or does it means that there is someone else who owns everything we seem to posses? The question is not who owns what you have, but who is in charge? Who i

    Tithing One of the Most important Responsibilities of any true Believer Mat. 23:23-24 23: (Stewardship Day) Una de las mas importantes Responsabilidades del verdadero Creyente Numbers 18:21-32, Malc.3:8-12 Lev. 27:30-33, " ’A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,778 views

    Developing an effective prayer life takes daily commitment. #2 in a 4 part series.

    Title: Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: Daniel 6:1-23 Introduction: The Graduates vs. the ACLU This story took place in Calvert County, Maryland, where a senior named Julie Schenk was asked to lead a prayer at her high-school graduation. Of course, it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resurrection

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,616 views

    Easter is all about new birth and new life and second chances. It is a contrast between death and life, sin and holiness, darkness and light.

    Easter Sunday Resurrection Psalm 51 April 12, 2009 He is risen. Resurrection. Easter. New life. New birth. Second chances. Fresh starts. Spring flowers. This is what the Easter season is all about. It is an exciting time. It is the bringing forth of life out of death. It is the end of the cold and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Unto The Church In Philadelphia, Write Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 24, 2013
     | 5,542 views

    The persecuted church in Philadelphia is part of the true Israel

    Unto the Church in Philadelphia, Write Revelation 3:7-13 Introduction Philadelphia was the sixth church which Jesus addresses in Revelation. It was noted for its rich volcanic soil which was good for the raising of grapes. But the presence of volcanic soil also meant that the area was subjected to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus Sympathizes.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 7, 2021
     | 2,217 views

    Paul mentioned Christ as our High Priest before in (Hebrews 2:17,3:1), but did not attempt to prove it until now, which he does at great length in Hebrews 4:13 through Hebrews 10:39) in over 5 and a half chapters.

    Jesus Sympathizes. Hebrews 4:14-16NKJV Mark Twain once said: “Most people are bothered by those passages of Scripture which they cannot understand; but as for me, I have always noticed that the passages in Scripture which trouble me most are those which I do understand.” Paul mentioned Christ as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Real Love… Talking About That Real Love”

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 29, 2025
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     | 585 views

    Jesus prays in John 17—not just for the disciples beside Him, but for us, those who would come to believe through their witness. That’s real love. Not temporary. Not performative. Real love is legacy love. Transformative love. Love that acts and lasts.

    Sermon Title: “Real Love… Talking About That Real Love” Scripture: John 17:20–26 (The Message) Occasion: Cumberland UMC, 1st Sunday in June 2025 The Message 20-23 I’m praying not only for them But also for those who will believe in me Because of them and their witness about me. The goal is for all ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Come, Let's Settle The Matter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,656 views

    Explores embracing God's invitation to become something new, overcoming past sins, and walking in obedience to experience His blessings.

    Good morning, everyone! It's always a joy to see your faces and to come together as a community to worship and learn. Today, we're going to be talking about something that I think will resonate with all of us, no matter where we are on our walk with God. Before we get into that, I want to share ...read more

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    Worship Benefits PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 945 views

    This sermon explores how worship positions us to understand God's glory, and its transformative power on our lives, relationships, hopes, and fears. Key

    Good morning, church family. We gather here today in the presence of God, in the fellowship of saints, and under the banner of love. We are here, not because we are perfect, but because we are loved. We are here because we have been called by the One who made us, who knows us, and who longs to be ...read more

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    Do You Know Him? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,093 views

    Explores the importance of knowing Christ deeply, remaining devoted in our faith, and persevering in our spiritual journey towards God's promised prize.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the presence of the Lord, to worship, to pray, and to open our hearts to the transformative power of His Word. Today, we're going to open our Bibles to the book of Philippians, chapter three, verses ten through ...read more

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    A Pastor's Double Honor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,271 views

    This sermon explores our responsibility to honor, listen to, and support our pastors, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting their God-given role.

    Good morning, church family. Isn't it a joy to gather together, bound by our shared love for Christ and for one another? We are not merely a congregation; we are a family, a community, and a body. Each of us plays a unique and vital role in this body, but today, we turn our focus to one role in ...read more

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    Experiencing The Anointing In Our Lives PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 625 views

    Explores the power, love, and sound mind given by God's Spirit, encouraging believers to perceive, practice, and promote these gifts in their lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather as a family, united by our common faith and shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We have come together once again to drink from the well of God's Word, to be refreshed, renewed, and revitalized. And today, dear ones, we are turning ...read more

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    Living Generously. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,315 views

    Our lifestyles are to the glory of God to be abundant. With the abundance we have recieved we are able to give of our time, talents and treasures. Read on.

    Lifestyle of generosity. This material should be used in conjunction with Dr Harry Wendt’s “In Heavens Name, Why on Earth?” There are many quotes throughout the sermon of Dr Harry. We Christian’s have a thing build into us by the Spirit of God, and this thing comes about due to the life change ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Take Off The Choker Hold

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 23, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,362 views

    I've learned that my words that come out of my mouth.. Control what comes into existence in my life..Have you?

    Proverbs 18:24 NKJ. 24. A man who has friends must himself be friendly, ?But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.? You see, there are a lot of people in this world who say they want friends...but not everybody wants to be a friend...that’s what you find on facebook, twitter and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ever Loving Saints

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 7, 2025
     | 143 views

    God’s everlasting love transforms mortal believers into ever-loving saints who rest in Christ now and rise with Him at His coming

    INTRODUCTION — THE QUESTIONS LOVE ASKS It’s not the loudest questions that stay with us. It’s the quiet ones — the ones whispered by an empty chair, a photograph, or a fading voice. Questions like: Where are they now? Do they see us? Are they watching? Is death the end — or a pause between ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist