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  • Carl Willis avatar

    A Good Cleaning

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 2,663 views

    Sometimes we do not clean out the garbage of our lives as thoroughly as we should. God gives us instructions for thorough cleaning.

    A Good Cleaning Psalm 32:1-5 I. The problem of sin A. It destroys - Rom. 6:23 B. It creates inner turmoil and anxiety vs. 3 C. It hampers your walk with God, creating distance and seperation D. It destroys your credibility as a servant of God II. A thorough cleaning A. Recognize the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fifteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A-- 15th Sunday, Year A --The Sower

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2020
     | 2,695 views

    It is the intuitive mind alone that can penetrate the essence and heart of a parable. Then it becomes a living reality, thoroughly relevant to one’s own life.

    “To throw alongside” a story with cryptic meaning is called a parable in Greek. In Zen Buddhism, a parable is like a “koan,” which is a spiritual inquiry using perplexing language intended to rouse a student’s innate wisdom-mind to apply it to their own life. As Rabbi Ibn Ezra said of parables, ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Spirit Empowered Goodness, Knowledge And Competence

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 9,428 views

    Through the grace given by the Holy Spirit, ordinary people become extraordinarily equipped. Through the empowering of the Spirit, the word of God equips us to enrich, edify and equip people to serve the Lord with effectiveness according to the gifts give

    Romans 15:14-16 What are the reasons certain believers lack goodness, knowledge, and competence to serve? Illustration: The great violinist, Nicolo Paganini, willed his marvelous violin to Genoa -- the city of his birth -- but only on condition that the instrument never be played upon. It was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why We All (Especially The Elders) Need Deacons Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,558 views

    God loves us by equipping and calling deacons to serve us.

    Scripture Introduction A guy dies, arrives at the Pearly Gates, and (as always in stories like this), St. Peter is there and asks him to relate a good deed he had done. He thinks for a moment then says, “Well, there was the time I was driving down a road when I saw a group of hoodlums harassing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Bible-Why Trust It

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 22, 2015
     | 4,841 views

    This message deals with 1) myths we believe about the bible 2) how we got the bible 3) why the bible is credible, and 40 what is the purpose of Scriptures for our lives today. It includes an outline form for the congregation to follow.

    The Bible Why Live By It Deuteronomy 6:4-19 2 Timothy 3:10-17 May 17,2015 Pastor Rick The Bible has been called the Word of God. We live in a society that wants to ban the bible and the 10 Commandments, without really knowing what it says. Chuck ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Healthy Church (Growing Together In Christ)

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on May 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 945 views

    A healthy church functions like a well-orchestrated body—each member contributing uniquely, speaking truth in love, and allowing God's Word to transform our community from within.

    Healthy Church Growing Together in Christ Introduction A healthy church isn't merely a gathering of individuals under one roof but a living organism where every member functions in harmony toward a divine purpose. In Ephesians 4:15-16, Paul uses the metaphor of a body to describe the church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fight The Good Fight PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,241 views

    This sermon explores how to overcome life's challenges through faith and perseverance, strengthening our relationship with God, and resisting spiritual exhaustion.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together in unity, in love, and in pursuit of a deeper understanding of our faith. We are here to engage with the Word of God, to seek His wisdom and guidance, and to draw strength and inspiration from the teachings of our Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Five Smooth Stones Series

    Contributed by Dave Rajoon on Jan 19, 2007
    based on 40 ratings
     | 56,600 views

    On his way to face the giant Goliath, David picked up five smooth stones from a brook. But David stood up to Goliath with more than just simple weapons; he defeated Golliath with F-A-I-T-H and trust in God.

    Introduction: Daisy Cutters, Bunker Buster, Smart Bombs…maybe you have heard about them! These are some of the modern weapons technology that US armed forces have used in the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan and elsewhere. Today’s battles are fought with a dizzying array of weaponry that was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Danger Of False Advertisement

    Contributed by Dr. J. Wesley Boyd Iii on Sep 12, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,746 views

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    THE DANGER OF FALSE ADVERTISEMENT MARK 7:5-9, 20-23 (v. 1-23) As I grow and progress in my walk with the Lord, I’ve have uncovered and discovered some startling news concerning the church... I have found there to be some inconsistencies in the body of Christ… I have found there to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    #2 - Revelation: God Speaks Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 13, 2013
     | 4,373 views

    A series on theology. God still speaks - through the universe, through His Word, through His Son.

    The fundamental question about God that we have to ask first is this: Does He speak? Does He communicate? Revelation means that God is not discovered by us, he REVEALS HIMSELF to us. REVELATION means God chooses to reveal his nature and his will to us. The LORD has made known His salvation; ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #1 - Revelation - God Speaks Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 27, 2016
     | 7,346 views

    How does God communicate to us? Does He even speak? How will God reveal himself to us?

    >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> THIS SERMON AVAILABLE WITH POWERPOINT IN RESOURCE DOWNLOAD! This sermon (and several hundred others) are available for download. > Microsoft Word > Most with handouts More info: www.sermonsubscribe.com or darrellstetler2@gmail.com >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Your Servant Is Listening

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,597 views

    A sermon that considers the 2-way nature of prayer, rather than just approaching it as a time for God to listen to us.

    On January 4, 1987, Oral Roberts launched his most notable campaign to date. He told his followers that if he didn’t raise a total of 8 million dollars by March, God was going to take his life. Comparing himself to the apostle Paul, Roberts begged not to let Satan defeat him. "God" he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pear Of Goodness Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 97 ratings
     | 10,168 views

    I’ve chosen a pear to represent goodness, because kindness and goodness are a "pair." Kindness and goodness go "hand-in-hand."

    THE PEAR OF GOODNESS We are studying the FRUIT of the Spirit - The "Christ-like character" which the Holy Spirit produces in us - when we abide in Christ - when we maintain a close personal relationship with Him. -We’ve been seeking to develop the "INNER FRUIT" first - love, joy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Answer Me, God!

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,969 views

    Introduction 1.

    Introduction 1. Does God answer prayer? As good Christians, we would expect each person here to say, "Of course He does." After all, He promises to answer prayer in His Word and God keeps His Word. Yes, God does answer prayer. 2.And yet I ask you again, "Does God answer prayer!" And I ask you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Is Your Life Holy?

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,179 views

    Sermon describes basic Christian disciplines, and how they should be done.

    IS YOUR LIFE HOLY? Have you ever met someone who made you say, “The only thing holy about him is his socks!” Were you looking in the mirror at the time? It is so easy to see the faults in others. Yet, the saying of our school teachers still rings true: Whenever you point the finger at others ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal