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  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Striving For Perfection

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 2, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,788 views

    The following sermon is going to examine Philippians 3:15 and in doing show that spiritual maturity is possible for those who deny self and relentlessly pursue He who is the definer and source of all holiness!

    Striving for Perfection Philippians 3:15 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “All of us then who are mature” God’s expectation for His children is that we might be righteous, holy and true to His Word and will. While we know this cannot be accomplished while we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Down But Not Out!

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 3, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,415 views

    When it comes to suffering, Paul calls us to forsake pity parties and glorify God. We can remember that Jesus shines through us, that our weaknesses glorify God, that we may be down but never out, and that our sufferings may bring eternal life to others.

    2 Corinthians 4:5-12 Down but Not Out! A Christian need never suffer. At least that’s what some preachers might tell you. However, that is not the message of scripture. Jesus said, “If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also” (John 15:20). We should expect no better treatment than that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christmas Carol

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 22, 2014
     | 6,145 views

    What hope is held out in the gospel? Colossians 1:23 (Title and material adapted from Ben Patterson's book, He Has Made Me Glad, chapter on a Christmas Carol)

    HoHum: “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10, NIV. WBTU: Our problem is sin, not sins but sin. Individual sins are the symptoms of sin. Just a fever, headache and exhaustion are symptoms ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can The Dead Hear?

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jan 12, 2015
     | 6,104 views

    When the heart goes out of our faith, then the life goes out of our church. A vital congregation has its source in God.

    Nobody wants to be a part of a dead church. Not even Jesus! In the last book of the Bible, the book of Revelation, we find Jesus speaking to the church in a city called Sardis, and you know what he says? He says: “I know your works; you have a name [for] being alive, but [actually] you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Urgency: Hear Vs Listen?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 15, 2023
     | 1,958 views

    We need to grow a sense of urgency to be ready and prepared for the second coming of Jesus. Do we hear? Do we listen? Open our eyes, O, Lord.

    URGENCY… WE HEAR BUT WE DON’T LISTEN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I BEG YOU TO CATCH THE SENSE OF URGENCY. I GIVE EACH PERSON A SMALL LIST TO READ: URGENT with 1) MATTHEW 24, 2) MARK 13, 3) LUKE 21, 4) 2 TIMOTHY 3, 5) 2 PETER 3. There is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    How Big Is Your God? Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 11, 2008
    based on 48 ratings
     | 18,711 views

    We must not only worship the right God, but we must worship Him in the right way. Accept no substitutes. Don’t try to reduce God to a material object. Don’t try to localize the One Who is infinite! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    How Big is Your God? Exodus 20:4-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HowBigYourGod.html One day a little girl was drawing a picture, and even skipped recess because she was so focused upon it. Her teacher asked what she was doing and she said she was drawing a picture of God. “Oh honey, you can’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Me Patience ... Now! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 31, 2019
     | 5,352 views

    It is always a bad idea to try to accomplish God’s plan in your own way and by your own timing. God’s plans come complete with His methods and His timing, and when we get impatient and try to tinker with that … well, everything gets all messed up.

    “Don’t pray for patience.” Who hasn’t heard that before, amen? It’s almost become an axiom when it comes to prayer, hasn’t it? Some of you, I suspect, believe it and have even advised someone in your family or one of your friends not to pray for patience. I disagree. I pray for patience all ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Unchecked Decay Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 26, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,920 views

    This is the 20th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

    Series: Spiritual Decay [#20] UNCHECKED DECAY Judges 21:1-25 Introduction: This last chapter of Judges is a really sad and troubling story. It shows what happens when people forget God and do whatever they want. Their community starts to fall apart. We see a whole Tribe, Benjamin, almost wiped ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing Christ: Part 2 (Focus) Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2009
     | 4,700 views

    This is the second sermon in a two part series on Knowing Christ personally and intimately. This message deals with focusing on Christ in us, Us in Christ (seated with him in the heavenlies), and Watch what Jesus does.

    Knowing Christ #2 (Focus) Romans 8:6 CHCC: December 6, 2009 INTRODUCTION: Sometimes I think back to church camp and the kids who went forward every year to rededicate over and over again. If we were to graph our spiritual journey, it would probably look something like a roller coaster. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Ultimate Christian Attainment: Union With God Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 19, 2024
     | 827 views

    We do not easily submit to all this burning up of dross within us. We do not want to be buried with Christ in his cross and alive with Christ in His resurrection. We naturally resist the death of self. Yet God helps us submit to the refiner's fire.

    Many great saints I’ve known, even in the Salvation army, many are retiring now, and they say that when they retire, they are grateful that God did not show them the entire path all the ups and downs because they would not have been able to handle the thought of it. But step by step, along the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Dave Bootsma avatar

    I Believe Series

    Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Aug 30, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,880 views

    "I believe" are perhaps the hardest words of the Apostle’s Creed to state. Faith is under attack, but it is absolutely essential.

    During World War II allied armies marched into Germany on their way to Berlin. Retreating German soldiers switched road signs and destroyed landmarks in an effort to confuse their enemy. And, to an extent, it worked, for many a G.I. followed a false marker only to end up in the wrong place. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Make The Most Of Your Walk With God

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,097 views

    Train yourself to be godly. This ought to be life's purpose, pursuit, passion and preoccupation. Love is the true indicator of godliness. Training (spiritual disciplines) is the means to growing in Christlikeness.

    How to make the most of your walk with God? Answer: TRAIN YOURSELF TO BE GODLY. • Get into training. Training (practices) helps you become more like Christ. • If training helps us excel in the things we commit to, then spiritual training (disciplines) will help us be LIKE ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Richard Tow avatar

    One Saved, Always Saved? Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,774 views

    This message wrestles with some apparent contradictions in Scripture about whether a Christian can lose his or her salvation.

    Hebrews 10:26-31 5-1-16 Intro One saved, always saved? Is that true or can a Christian lose his salvation? If so, how and when does that happen? This is one of the most common questions that people ask me about Scripture. I do not give a quick yes or no answer: first, because there is a lot you ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    From Throwing Shade To Growing Up

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 12, 2025
     | 117 views

    This is a message about emotionally healthy spirituality, rooted in Jesus Christ.

    October 12, 2025 Sermon “From Throwing Shade to Growing Up” Key Texts: Matthew 5:9; James 3:18; Romans 12:18; Hebrews 12:14; Luke 6:35 I speak to you in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Today’s message is the second in a series we are doing this month on emotional maturity and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Running Your Race

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 354 views

    “Running Your Race” calls believers to reject comparison and discouragement, embrace their God-given lane with faithfulness and joy, and keep their eyes fixed on Jesus—the One who empowers, sustains, and rewards every step of the journey.

    Running Your Race I remember the first time I attended a large Christian conference. Though we all shared a love for the Lord and His Word, this “unknown” attendee quietly wondered if anyone could see past the mask of confidence—past the polished smiles and ministry talk—to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist