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    An Expected End PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,093 views

    Trust in God's plan for our lives, even when we can't see it, because He has a purpose for us and can do the impossible.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into one of the most comforting and inspiring verses in the bible - Jeremiah 29:11. It tells us, "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." This ...read more

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    Stuff Vs. Simplicity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 723 views

    To encourage believers to find contentment in God, appreciate simplicity, and practice gratitude, regardless of their circumstances, as they seek first the kingdom of God and rely on His strength.

    Good morning, friends! I'm so glad you've chosen to spend part of your day here with us. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into two powerful passages that are just as relevant today as they were when they were penned by the apostle Paul and recorded by the disciple Matthew. We're going to talk ...read more

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    Help PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    Like Nehemiah, we can rely on God's provision, help, and strength to accomplish daunting tasks and overcome impossible challenges.

    Good morning, family. Let's take a seat, settle in, and prepare our hearts for what God wants to share with us today. We're turning our attention to the book of Nehemiah, specifically verses 1-9 in Chapter 2. It's a story that speaks profoundly about God's provision for difficult tasks, His help in ...read more

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    The Gift Giver PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,195 views

    Recognize God as the source of all good and perfect gifts and to live our lives in gratitude for His blessings.

    Good morning, family. I hope you all are feeling blessed and ready to receive the word of God today. We're going to be diving into the book of James today, specifically James 1:17, which says, "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom ...read more

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    Rising From Defeat PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 989 views

    The importance of standing firm in faith, obeying God's commands, and understanding the consequences of our sins.

    Good morning, family! Today, we'll dive into the lessons found in Joshua 7:10. Our sermon today revolves around three significant themes: the power of faith, the necessity of obedience, and the consequences of sin. In the wise words of A.W. Tozer, "Faith is seeing the invisible, but not the ...read more

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    Rekindling The Flame (Keep The Fire Burning) PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,307 views

    Explore God's faithfulness, the importance of enduring in our faith, and the joy of rekindling our spiritual passion.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters! Isn't it a blessing to be together in the house of the Lord today? I hope you're all feeling as excited as I am to dive into God's Word. We're going to be exploring a passage from 2 Timothy, where we'll be focusing on God's faithfulness, enduring in our ...read more

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    Restored From Brokenness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,511 views

    Explore the power of God's mercy and restoration, as exemplified in the story of Jesus forgiving and not condemning a woman caught in adultery.

    Good morning, church family. It’s so wonderful to see everyone today. You know, I’ve been pondering a lot lately on the power of restoration and the mercy of Jesus. It’s amazing how God can take our brokenness and make us whole again. This morning, we will delve into the story of a woman who ...read more

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    What This Salvation Is Going To Produce Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 7, 2023
     | 1,514 views

    This sermon series is going to look at Romans 1-8 in seven sermons. This first sermon focuses on "what." This passage tells us what salvation is going to produce, then the following chapters tell us how it happens

    - This is a sermon series that summarizes Romans 1-8 in seven sermons. So we are just hitting the big ideas. - By the very nature of that, there will be much interesting material that we will have to skip over. It’s not unusual for pastors to do a sermon series on Romans 1-8 and take 50+ sermons ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Bread That Came Down From Heaven Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,121 views

    We often look for God in grandiose moments, missing the divine in the simple and everyday occurrences of life.

    The Bread That Came Down From Heaven Intro: We often look for God in grandiose moments, missing the divine in the simple and everyday occurrences of life. Scripture John 6:41-51 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The Gospel reading today revolves around the profound statement, “I am ...read more

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    Five Smooth Stones That Hit The Mark Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 21, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,997 views

    Whatever your giant, picking up these "stones" will help you kill it!

    FIVE SMOOTH STONES THAT HIT THE MARK I Samuel 17:32-51 Whatever the giant picking up these five “stones” will you help you kill it! 1 Samuel 17:32-37 David said to Saul, "Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him." Saul replied, "You are ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Message From A Dead Church

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 10,771 views

    A message atfer preaching at a church in St Louis during the SBC. This was once a thriving, soul winning church.

    A MESSAGE FROM A DEAD CHURCH Date: June 23, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist A.M. Service Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Introduction Over a month ago I was asked to preach in a church in the St. Louis area while we were there for the Southern Baptist Convention. I spoke with a man from the church several ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice, Hear And Follow

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,508 views

    A Christmas Sermon

    Sermon for 12/22/2002 Rejoice, Hear, Follow Introduction: A. Around Christmas time the post office has to hire temporary workers to deliver the Christmas cards. Business goes up for them around this time of the year. B. Also business goes up for the Card Makers. Big cash cows for them. C. A love ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Fear (The 3 Hebrew Children)

    Contributed by Gregory Curtis on May 13, 2003
    based on 89 ratings
     | 19,411 views

    II Timothy 1:7 tells us that God does not give us a spirit of fear. How can we keep from fear and anxiety? Three teenagers show us in Daniel chapter 3...

    NO FEAR II Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love, and of self discipline" Daniel 1:1-7 - Described as "young men" in verse 4. Probably 15-20 years old. - From wealthy, influential families. From stable, noble backgrounds. - Good looking, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Can Move Mountains

    Contributed by Adedotun Ojelabi on Dec 4, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 23,870 views

    Mountains are obstructions, set backs, hinderances, Stumbling blocks and various forms of challenges we face as believers.

    GOD CAN MOVE YOUR MOUNTAINS By Adedotun Ojelabi November 11,2001 Main text: 2 Samuel 4:4 And Jonathan, Saul’s son had a son that was lame of his feet. He was five years old when the tidings came of Saul and Jonathan out of Jezreel, and his nurse took him up and fled; and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Twas The Night Before Christmas

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Dec 23, 2001
    based on 115 ratings
     | 28,849 views

    This sermon is about what the world was like the night before Jesus was born in Bethlehem.

    “Twas the night before Christmas” READ: Galatians 4:1-7 (Text v4) Introduction There’s probably no one here who is not familiar with Clement Moore’s famous poem … “Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal