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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Living The Truth: Nurturing Faith In The Next Generation Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024
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    Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith.

    Living the Truth: Nurturing Faith in the Next Generation Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These four foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith. May God help us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Transforming Power Of Embracing Holiness Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 13, 2024
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    In a world often consumed by chaos and confusion, the call to embrace holiness stands as a beacon of light and hope, let's delve into Psalm 97:10 and discover how its transformative truth shapes our lives.

    The Transforming Power of Embracing Holiness Introduction: Today we embark on a journey to explore the transformative power of holiness as illuminated by the Word of God. In Psalm 97:10, we find a profound directive that sets the tone for our exploration. In a world often consumed by chaos and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith Transforms Who We Are Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on May 12, 2025
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    Faith is not about having the right answers or a spotless record—it is about seeking God, surrendering to His work in us, and walking faithfully each day. Transformation is not instant, but it is inevitable when Christ truly lives in us.

    ### **INTRODUCTION: A Faith That Shapes Us Deeply** Video Ill.: Sermon bumper 3 ****Mother’s Day Moment (Briefly Acknowledged)** Today is a special day in our country, where we pause to honor and appreciate the women in our lives—mothers, grandmothers, spiritual mothers—whose faith has shaped us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 23 - From Darkness To Light Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 16, 2023
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    The allegory of light and darkness is used widely in the bible. What does it signify? Are we walking in the light or still stumbling in the dark? This sermon will sure help us evaluate ourselves to see where we stand.

    As we continue our study this topic of ‘Freedom from Bondage’ we recognize that it is indeed the will of God that His people should be liberated from every sin and bondage. In this chapter we will study the metaphor of light and darkness, which is widely used in the Bible to explain this concept of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Living In The Power Of The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025
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    To live in the power of the resurrection is to walk in the authority and victory that Christ has provided. It means embracing the fullness of life, experiencing transformation, and fulfilling God’s purpose.

    LIVING IN THE POWER OF THE RESURRECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you." – Romans 8:11 Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Blueprint #1: Romans 12:1-2

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 13, 2015
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    From the first two verses of Romans 12 we discover practical advise to enable us to escape the pressure of the world and to renew our minds so we are able to present our bodies to God as a living sacrifice.

    Blueprint #1: Romans 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Back when we lived in Arcadia we hired a building contractor to build a house for us. Part of the process involved selecting and approving a blueprint. The good thing about a blueprint is that nothing is left to the imagination when it comes to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tumbling Stones And Transforming Saints

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 13, 2002
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    Trials and troubles affect us all. Sometimes however, we don’t understand why God permits difficulty in the lives of His children. Using rock tumbling as a backdrop, this message seeks to illustrate God’s purpose in problems.

    TUMBLING STONES and TRANSFORMING SAINTS Have you ever noticed the difference between rocks found in a protected cove by the ocean and those found lying on the shore, unprotected from the violence of crashing waves? Even to a casual observer, the difference is plain to see. Rocks found inside ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed From Trash To Treasure

    Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018
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    We cannot go back in time to change the course of our lives up to this day. But we can go to Jesus to be transformed and to have our future re-directed. Jesus takes what is trash and turns into his precious treasure.

    [Sermon preached on 17 June 2018, 4th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Have you ever wanted to go back in time? To go back to a point in time in your life just before something bad happened to you—something that you could have avoided? And you think: “If I had only thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Total Surrender - The Transformation Of Saul To Paul

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 5, 2024
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    Have you ever wondered what "Total Surrender" looks like? Through the Saul-Paul story, we learn that true surrender involves giving up control and submitting our will, thoughts, desires, and ambitions to God.

    Acts 9:1-19 Total surrender is a foundational aspect of our spiritual journey. It requires us to fully trust in God and align our hearts, desires, thoughts, and beliefs with His will. This process is not easy, but the rewards are immeasurable. One powerful example of complete surrender can be seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dennis Shaw avatar

    A Life Of Misery And Despair Tranformed Into A Life Of Abundance And Joy!

    Contributed by Dennis Shaw on Sep 14, 2015
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    Bartimaeus was the blind son of a blind father. His was a life without hope. Jesus transformed his entire life when He gave Bartimaeus his sight. Jesus is still transforming lives today by doing the impossible.

    Matthew 10:46-52 46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. Blindness was a very debilitating condition. A blind person was not capable of any productive work, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Living And Dying For The Lord Romans 14:8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 15, 2024
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     | 2,487 views

    Romans 14:8 challenges us to live with a Christ-centred perspective. Whether in life or death, our purpose is to honour the Lord. We belong to Him, and this truth gives our lives meaning, direction, and hope.

    Living and Dying for the Lord Introduction: Today, we will explore a profound truth encapsulated in Romans 14:8 (NLT), which states: "If we live, it’s to honour the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honour the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord." This verse holds the key ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: Overcoming The Shadows Of Shame Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 23, 2024
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     | 838 views

    In John 4:18, we encounter Jesus speaking to the Samaritan woman at the well, unravelling the shadows of shame that entangle her soul. Let us delve into this passage, guided by the Holy Spirit, as we seek transformation through the power of truth.

    Transformed by Truth: Overcoming the Shadows of Shame Introduction: Today we embark on a journey of truth, exploring the depths of John 4:18. In this verse, we encounter Jesus speaking to the Samaritan woman at the well, unraveling the shadows of shame that entangle her soul. Let us delve into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: The Foundation Of Wisdom Proverbs 9:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 24, 2024
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     | 968 views

    We have access to more knowledge than any previous generation. Yet, despite this abundance of information, wisdom seems increasingly scarce. Proverbs 9:10 gives us the answer.

    Transformed by Truth: The Foundation of Wisdom Proverbs 9:10 Introduction: The Quest for True Wisdom In today’s world, we are flooded with information. From social media to 24-hour news cycles, we have access to more knowledge than any previous generation. Yet, despite this abundance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Joel W. Lohr avatar

    Living In The Furnace

    Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 117 ratings
     | 13,292 views

    When the pressures of life close in upon us, Where can we draw stregth?

    Our text for today allows us to see God working in the lives of his people bringing salvation to them in the midst of the "heat" and pressures of life. And while we would all agree that this is the purpose of our faith and could draw a pretty good lesson from this fact for our lives, I don’t want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Twelve Steps: A Christian Process For Healing And Transformation Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021
     | 2,327 views

    Our lives are beautiful, astonishing, powerful series of moments that end up defining who we are and what our legacy in life will be. We live in a miraculous world, and we live lives of miracles, victories, defeats, and transformations.

    Our lives are beautiful, astonishing, powerful series of moments that end up defining who we are and what our legacy in life will be. We live in a miraculous world, and we live lives of miracles, victories, defeats, and transformations. Though many in our world today chock up their lives to random ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army