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    Free Will & Consequences PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 987 views

    Explores the Christian concepts of free will, faith tested through trials, and spiritual growth in a fallen world, using biblical teachings as guidance.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I stand before you today with a message that is as old as creation itself, yet as fresh and vital as the morning sun. We gather here, not as strangers meeting in passing, but as a family united in faith, bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus ...read more

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    "Harnessing Your Gifts In Times Of Struggle.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,577 views

    Embrace and utilize your God-given gifts and talents while enduring your wilderness experience. This message provides rich inspiration and motivation to support your physical and spiritual growth. It's a powerful reminder that you can survive and thrive, even in the most challenging times.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:10-11) (NIV): “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pornography: Lies And Chains Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 16, 2004
    based on 266 ratings
     | 40,875 views

    This silent sin has crept into the church, esp. thru the internet, and it’s time to lift our voices like trumpets and dispel the ignorance which allows it to thrive! Many stats and filtering tools included as helps. Powerpoint at website.

    Pornography: Lies and Chains James 1:13-15 [Please see many more stats on this subject as well as our suggested tools and filters to help your family at the weblink at the very bottom of this message] Intro: “Don’t talk on this subject, preacher, it’s inappropriate.” Oh yes, we must, and let me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas For Everybody, All Year Long! Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Oct 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,510 views

    One of the least developed secrets of a thriving healthy church is that if the WHOLE church recognizes and uses their gifts, it will have great impact! God wants to use us, and has specifically designed us to be used for his glory! Part of a series base

    CHRISTMAS FOR EVERYBODY, ALL YEAR LONG! --Love, God 1 Peter 4:10-11 (This was for “Family Sunday” at our church and the sermon, though part of an ongoing series on growing a healthy church, was designed more for the many young children that would be in attendance.) “The last time we had family ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Follow Jesus--Though Persecuted Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 8, 2021
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    How we regard difficulties and persecutions will have everything to do with whether we respond positively or negatively to them. Surprising to us, the very things designed by men to destroy faith cause it to thrive, when we have a godly attitude.

    Jeanie and I recently read a book with a provocative name—The Insanity of God—by the pseudonymous author Nip Ripken. Of course, the title elicits the question, what is insane about God—a question the author never directly answers, but only becomes evident upon contemplation of his message. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Power Of Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 1, 2024
     | 2,273 views

    Fellowship was more than just an activity for the early Christians—it was a way of life that fostered deep connections, mutual support, and spiritual growth. Through fellowship, including shared meals, prayer, and encouragement, the early church thrived in unity and love.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Community — Church Fuel 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2, NIV1984) The unity that was present in the early church puts our world today to shame. Political Opponents Finish Debate ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding Water Baptism Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 21, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 26,184 views

    1. What is the meaning of water baptism? 2. Who may be baptised? 3. What is the method for water baptism? Includes Revision and Test exercises.

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    One Step At A Time

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 29, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 13,481 views

    There are two vital things that Jesus wants to know - are you ready for the test? And are you willing to take just one step to become closer to God?

    A fourth-grade teacher was giving her pupils a lesson in logic. "Here is the situation," she said. "A man is standing up in a boat in the middle of a river, fishing. He loses his balance, falls in, and begins splashing and yelling for help. His wife hears the commotion, knows he can’t swim, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Is There Really A God?

    Contributed by Michael Westacott on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 73 ratings
     | 3,723 views

    This sermon outline presents most of the major arguments for the existence of God - I have tested it, and it can be done in 30min if written concisely.

    INTRODUCTION: about 100 words. 1. THE EXISTENCE OF THE UNIVERSE A. The universe had a beginning – If the universe existed forever than an infinite amount of time has gone by. Since it is impossible to reach infinity, the universe must have had a beginning. In contrast God does not need a ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Traveling Without A Watch Series

    Contributed by W F on Sep 20, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,775 views

    We can patiently wait for God’s timing without knowing when he will answer (Part 2 "Passing Life’s Tests")

    Passing Life’s Tests Hebrews 11:8-19 Part II “Traveling Without A Watch “ The ‘When’ Test INTORDUCTION A woman was shopping with her three year old daughter. As they passed the lolly section the child asked if she could have some. "No" came mum’s reply, upon which the little girl began to cry ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Power Of A True Love!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Feb 4, 2005
    based on 405 ratings
     | 124,692 views

    IN OUR TEXT TODAY, WE WILL DISCUSS 3 THINGS ABOUT LOVE: 1. THE VALUE OF LOVE, 2. THE TEST OF LOVE, AND 3. THE PERMANENCY OF LOVE!

    The Power of a True Love 1 Corithians 13:1-13 Illustrations Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Calvary Story

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,402 views

    CONCERNING THE CALVARY STORY, WE NOTICE THE FOLLOWING THREE SCENES:THE TESTING OF JESUS IN THE GARDEN, THE TRIAL OF JESUS BY THE JEWS, AND THE TORTURE OF JESUS ON THE CROSS.

    THE CALVARY STORY Luke 23:33A And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him. During the last week of Jesus, He rode into Jerusalem on one Sunday as a carpenter , and on Friday, He was crucified, and the next Sunday, He arose as a King. Arlington ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Day I Got The Call

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Jul 3, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,687 views

    Your faith will be tested by this world, so learn how deep it runs. How far will will you follow Jesus? What kind of follower are you?

    The phone rings. I answer it only to hear something I never thought I would. Shock overtook my senses before I could even say a word. All I could say was, “What?” I will never forget that one day when the last straw fell and all the strength I had dissolved instantly into complete nothingness ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Do I Know I Have Truly Forgiven Someone? Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 20, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,313 views

    Five test to Know I Have truly Forgiven Someone? You can listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (Sep 2008)

    How Do I Know I Have truly Forgiven Someone? After Repentance, forgiveness & Reconciliation a Question that comes Up…. How Do I Know I Have truly Forgiven Someone? The Quick Answer is When you don’t need to think “have I forgiven them for …….” Unforgiveness can be out of sight / mind until ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A New Way To Communicate Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 6, 2017
     | 6,507 views

    We live in a world full of information that is being communicated through a plethora of means; however, how much of that communication would pass the truth test?

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • An elementary teacher asked her students what their favorite animal was. • One little boy said, “Fried chicken.” • The teacher said that he wasn't funny, but she couldn't have been right, because everyone else in the class laughed. • The little boy’s parents told him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ