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  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Are You An Example Of Believer?

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 8, 2013
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     | 10,600 views

    God saved us so that we can live a new lives and become godly examples to others, who can also be attracted to God by our godly conversations.

    Topic: Are You an Example of Believer? Bible Text: Titus 2: 1 – 15 Lesson Aim: Members will • Understand what it means to be an example of Believer. • Identify those who ought to be example. • Discover the areas God wants us to be an example. Introduction: In 1 Timothy 4: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Sit We Here Until We Die

    Contributed by Mark Lawing on Jun 28, 2010
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     | 15,140 views

    There is a spiritual famine in the land today but yet we sit on our padded pews and seem apathatic to people that are dying without Christ

    Why Sit We Here Until We Die Introduction: The King of Syria, King Ben-hadad, had been trying to make war with Israel for some time but God had been letting Elisha read the King of Syria’s mail. Elisha would tell the King of Israel, whose name was King Jehoram wicked King Ahab’s son, where the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are We Told To Grow Where We Are Planted?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 15, 2023
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    We are told that believers should be content where they are and abide with God. We are to Bud, Bloom, Blossom and be Blissful wherever we are. It takes time for us to get to where God wants us to be.

    If we are faithful in what God has called us to do, we will be brought up (budding). God has a plan, and He is preparing for us to bloom. God brings us through trials in order for us to blossom. We are to wait for Him while He prepares us to be in the condition that we are to be in. In this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Do We Do What We Do?

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 16, 2009
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    Why tithing is important.

    Intro. Today is All Tithe Sunday. This year in Stewardship, I did not teach a lot on what the Tithe is. Some disregard it, some scoff at it, but the tithe is an acknowledgment that we believe God provides all we have, and that God is faithful to us. The tithe is the first part of what God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing Why We Do What We Do

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 5, 2014
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    Conformity to Christ is our goal. Live with this end in mind. Spiritual growth is not an option. Put first things first.

    Before I move on to the book of Numbers in my weekly sermons, I like to take this week, in between the books, to revisit the theme of discipleship. • Why do we want to take this discipleship learning journey? Can we do without? • Why do we do what we are doing today? Is it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    United We Serve

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
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     | 5,622 views

    In order for the work of God there much be unity in the church as demonstrated when Ezra and people of Israel rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.

    United We Serve Ezra 3:1-13 Reading: Ephesians 4:1-7 Intro: Ezra 1:1-4 The People of God had spent many years in captivity because of their sin. God had promised to bring them back to the promised land. King Cyrus, under the direction of the Lord offered send people back to Jerusalem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #2: We Reap The Same In Kind As We Sow Series

    Contributed by Archie Luper on Jul 7, 2007
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     | 8,034 views

    In 1974, the year I graduated from High School, Harry Chapin released a record album with the song entitled, “Cats In The Cradle". The lyrics of this song introduce the second Law of Harvest, "We Reap the Same In Kind as We Sow".

    In 1974, the year I graduated from High School, Harry Chapin released a record album with the song entitled, “Cats In The Cradle". The lyrics of this song introduce the second Law of Harvest, "We Reap the Same In Kind as We Sow". Cats In The Cradle A child arrived just the other day He came ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We Are All Slaves Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 30, 2020
     | 3,940 views

    As followers of Christ, we are slaves to holiness and grace.

    WE ARE ALL SLAVES Text: Romans 6:15-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: In 1863 the Emancipation Proclamation was proclaimed in America. The word spread from Capitol Hill down into the valleys of Virginia, and the Carolinas, and evens into the plantations of Georgia, Mississippi, and Alabama. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Tonight We Remember Series

    Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Apr 15, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,324 views

    A sermon for Maundy Thursday

    Maundy Thursday John 13:1-17, 31b-35 Two middle-aged couples were enjoying friendly conversation when one of the men asked the other, "Fred, how was the memory clinic you went to last month?" "Outstanding," Fred replied. "They taught us all the latest psychological techniques, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dasol Kang avatar

    The King We Need Vs. The King We Want

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Mar 9, 2025
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     | 1,487 views

    See and submit to Jesus Christ as he is, not how we want him to be.

    Often in our lives, we are at a crossroads, trying to determine whether we will follow what we want and what we need. It might look like this. We want a double cheeseburger with fries and a milkshake, but our body needs a salad. We want to purchase the newest iPhone or a new pick-up truck, but our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lest We Forget

    Contributed by David Rogers on May 9, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,597 views

    This is a sermon for memorial day or homecoming services. It talks about us remembering who the master is and who is the servant.

    Lest We Forget Hebrews 12:1-2 Good morning. I want to welcome everyone here today. It is a wonderful day when we all can return to the church were we grew up in and see old friends and family that we may not have seen in a long time. Memorial Day is a tool that we can use to help us remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lest We Forget

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Sep 10, 2005
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     | 4,352 views

    Some will forget 9/11 2001 but the church can never forget the Lords Table, what we need to remember.

    1st Corinthians 11:23-26 On Thursday, September 20, 2001, President George W. Bush gave this much-anticipated speech, here are some excerpts. “On September the 11th, enemies of freedom committed an act of war against our country. Americans have known wars, but for the past 136 years ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    We Are The Light Of The World

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 15, 2016
     | 5,785 views

    To show that GOD, the LORD JESUS CHRIST made me light of this world and a city full of light.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you the Light of the world? Yes. JESUS is the Original Light but He made me one because He will go with the FATHER. John 14:12 (Amplified Bible) I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    Church.... Why We Do What We Do.

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 17 ratings
     | 25,572 views

    To share some areas that we need to look back at and understand the reality of why we do the things we do. God desires each of us to follow Him not blindly but boldly and intelligently.

    Illustration: A story is told about a wife cooking a roast. She cuts the end off of the roast, puts it on a pan and then in the oven. The husband asks her "Why did you cut the end off?" she replies "Because my mom always did." The next day the wife talks to mom and asks "Why did you cut the end off ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jason Bonnicksen avatar

    Why We Fight

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,286 views

    Learning why Christians must fight for those who have yet to know the truest taste of freedom in Jesus Christ

    INTRO Let’s all do something together. Quickly turn to the cover of your bulletin and stare at the picture for just a moment. Notice the tired, ruggedness of this combat soldier. He’s not a spring chicken anymore. More than any of this, the photo depicts a man charged with a duty to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran