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  • Ricky Johnson avatar

    Do We Take Time?

    Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jan 19, 2007
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     | 3,126 views

    This sermon is a challenge to our ideas of what constitutes real worship. Do we give adequate time to worship?

    In the name of the LORD I welcome you to this morning’s service at Kistler’s Chapel. Are you glad to be here today? Most of the time I am grateful to be in worship service on Sunday morning. If by chance I have to miss a Sunday, my week feels unfulfilled; as if I have forgotten something vital ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Hard Times, High Hopes

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 25, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,645 views

    Questions, questions, questions! Hard times make us seek answers. Jesus is the answer! Lift up your head in hard times and look for the Son of Man.

    What kinds of questions do hard times make you ask? Think of one of the hardest times in your life; what question would you like answered? Take a note card from the pew in front of you. Write out your question. Hard times can confuse us and make us ask the wrong questions or expect wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let The Good Times Roll! Series

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 26, 2021
     | 2,839 views

    There is a time for fasting for the glory of God, and then there are times to enjoy food, company, and good times. However, some people are not satisfied with anything and prefer to stay miserable, indecisive, and closed to what God has in store for them.

    I was born and reared in south Louisiana, the heart of what is known as "Cajun Country". The city in which I grew up was surrounded by lakes, bayous, swamps, and refineries. You couldn't go ten miles down one of the major highways that went through town before you spotted your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Strong In Perilous Times

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 15, 2022
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     | 12,478 views

    “Weak in the knees” means to become so nervous or powerfully affected that it is difficult to stand. When sorrow grips your heart, and sadness weighs you down are you able to do as the Bible says having done all to stand – stand.

    Standing Strong in Perilous Times By Bishop Melvin L, Maughmer Jr. OPENING: - The phrase “Weak in the knees” means to become so nervous or powerfully affected that it is difficult to stand. To be overcome with or caught off guard by something that causes you to almost fall. When we watch the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Even The Bad Times Are Good

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Apr 16, 2021
     | 1,999 views

    Joseph's life is a testament to God's promise that He is always there and He can bless us even in the hardest of times.

    Even the Bad Times Are Good By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Country Music 1. Building a sermon around the sentiment of a country music song could get a little dicey. 2. There were a few wholesome songs for us old enough to remember them. 3. Thus, the title of today’s lesson B. Even the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    ‘sign Of The Times’ Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Randy Breedlove on Jun 23, 2020
     | 5,783 views

    What will it be like in the end times? This is a message from Matthew 24 about the cultural conditions at the end of the age & the Christian response.

    ‘Signs of the times’ Part 1 Matthew 24:1-14 September 9, 2018-am 1. Decide now to be a more devoted disciple of Christ. V.3-4 2. There will be deception. V.4-5 3. There will be division.v. 6-7 4. There will be disasters.v.7-8 Open: Signs of the times: There has been famine in our world. A few ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    It’s Time For A Change Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 16, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,623 views

    How can believers live out the changed life we have in Christ?

    As Paul writes to the Colossians, he speaks to them about the fact that since Christ has given them new life, it’s time for a change! That is, since we as believers have new life in Christ, we should determine to learn how to live the changed life that is ours. Paul mentions in this passage two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    ...in Times Of Great Celebration Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,372 views

    Based on Luke 2:8-20 - Encourages hearers to consider what the shepherds heard & saw & were told by the angels

    “…IN TIMES OF GREAT CELEBRATION” Luke 2:8-20 FBCF – 12/18/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Christmas is a time of music! How many of you have been listening to Christmas music since at least T’giving? Before T’giving? I love music! All types of music. If you looked at the history of the playlists on my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Staying Positive In Hard Times PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,089 views

    Encourage believers to persevere through life's challenges with joy, rely on God's strength, and find contentment in His provision, as guided by the scriptures.

    Good morning, church family! You know, life can sometimes feel like a marathon, right? We’re running, we’re striving, we’re trying our best to keep going, but we inevitably hit those moments where we just feel like giving up. But let me share with you a nugget of wisdom that has been a source of ...read more

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    Inflation During Biblical Times PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 818 views

    Explores facing fears with faith, praying for leaders, and formulating godly plans, emphasizing the importance of knowing God personally and understanding His word.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. There's a warm familiarity in gathering here, isn't there? Like a comforting embrace from a loved one, we find ourselves wrapped in the comforting arms of our Father, ready to receive His word. We're about to embark on a spiritual examination of 2 Kings ...read more

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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "A Glimpse Into The End Time"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 7, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,880 views

    Christ will return, but this is not cause for fear if we are Christians.

    2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 “A Glimpse Into The End Time” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Three or four years ago, I was talking to my best friend about the End Times....and he said, “I’m scared.” I replied, there is no reason to be afraid....for ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Thank Him For The Bad Times

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2011
    based on 57 ratings
     | 44,289 views

    It’s easy to thank God when everything is going good. It’s not so easy to thank God when everything is going wrong. During these times it’s hard to be thankful. Yet the Bible clearly teaches that we are to be thankful for even the bad times.

    Thank Him for the Bad Times 1 Thessalonians 5:15-23 “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (5:18) We always find that is easy to thank God when everything is going good. It is not so easy to thank God when everything appears to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Having Quiet Time With God

    Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,509 views

    A learning on listening.

    Having Quiet Time With God As Jesus moved forward with his ministry the pressure must have grown even greater and greater. The crowd must have grown bigger and bigger. We know after Jesus’ first healing experience in the temple that his reputation spread through out the countryside. That must ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Time With John The Baptist

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 7, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,192 views

    A sermon on John the Baptist for Christmas (Idea came from Boyce Mouton)

    Christmas Time with John the Baptist for 12/6/2009 Introduction: A preacher got up around this time of the year and said, “Today we are going to talk about the special birth of a baby boy over 2,000 years ago. His birth was predicted by the Old Testament prophets. An angel appeared to the father ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Is Time To Turn Temptations Away

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,164 views

    Lent 1(A) - It is time to turn temptations away. Satan comes with diabolical deceit. Jesus overcomes with simple scripture.

    IT IS TIME TO TURN TEMPTATIONS AWAY (Outline) February 21, 2010 - Lent 1 - MATTHEW 4:1-11 INTRO: Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness. This teaches us about the danger of the devil. This also shows us the safety we enjoy in our Savior and by our salvation. "Be self-controlled and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran