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  • Ian Johnson avatar

    The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Me

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 5, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
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    The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; This is the key to all work in God! If the Lord is not there, then we labour in vain.

    61:1 The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound; 2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Funeral Sermon: When Good People Die Young Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025
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    As we reflect on the untimely death of a good person, let us remember that their departure is not in vain, and God has a purpose that is beyond our understanding.

    Funeral Sermon: WHEN GOOD PEOPLE DIE YOUNG By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 57:1-2 (KJV) The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come. He shall enter into peace: they shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Heaven Exists

    Contributed by Dennis King on Sep 22, 2021
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    Yes, heaven exists but the description of the three (or more) levels of heaven are illusive. Also, do we have bodies there? Are we conscious? Do we have tactile feelings similar to what we experience now?

    Heaven Exists Before we get into the existence of heaven, let's consider exactly when do we go? As with numerous Biblical topics, many churches, under Christianity's umbrella, have different beliefs on these topics. The following are my thoughts as reinforced by the specified verses from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Taylor avatar

    The Sacred Name

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 18, 2023
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    Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? "Do not take Name of the Lord your God in vain, for God will not hold you guiltless," meaning He will not forgive that.

    Today, "The Sacred Name". Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? Consider the rich benefits of keeping the Ten Commandments. It's the blueprint for a great society in America. America has lost its moral compass, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Put Your Pencils Down

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 1, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
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    A Labor Day and Communion message, dealing with the sources of satisfaction in work. Designed for audience participation.

    Labor Day, and school is starting again. I wonder, do they still do the same things as when I was in school? Do they still have the same rituals? Maybe not. Things do change. Dodgeball, for example. Now that was THE game in my day. You had the right to throw the ball as hard as you could and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guilt Free Living

    Contributed by Steve Greene on May 11, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,516 views

    This message distinguishes between the false guilt that many labor under, and genuine conviction of sin.

    Guilt Free Living When I was a kid, there was a dairy stand called Cluxton’s not far from where we lived. I couldn’t number the times that we would be driving by and my dad would say we needed to stop and get a LARGE milkshake or banana split. He used to tell my brother and me that banana ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Caring With A Difference

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 30, 2007
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     | 2,386 views

    A Labor Day message on providing caring services, but not simply as self-fulfillment, but as a means to witness.

    The true test of whether what you are doing is real is not how you feel about it when you start. The true test is whether you can keep going and complete your task. Anybody can get excited about a new job. But not everybody can stay by the stuff and finish. Some people get bored, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Is Work Good Or Bad?"

    Contributed by Fred Mueller on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,128 views

    A Labor Day expository sermon on the theme of work in the Bible, incorporating the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina.

    Sermon942005 Hillsborough Reformed Church Ex. 20, Eph. 4 Labor Day Theme Is work good or bad? It depends on whom you ask and when! Ask the teen aged boy who has to mow the lawn and has put it off until now – and dad is ready to hit the roof while at the same time his friends want to play a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lesson #23 - But He Gave It All Up That He Might Know Christ Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 30, 2019
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    The mature believer, Paul says, will not rest on past obedience but will labor to maintain purity and blamelessness until the Day of Christ.

    Date: 2/12/19 Lesson #23 Title: But He Gave It All Up That He Might Know Christ (Phil. 3:12-14) • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14 (NIV) 12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Me, To Die Is Gain PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to find joy and peace in Christ, and to persevere in fruitful labor for the Lord, despite life's challenges.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers but as a family, bound by a love that transcends the ordinary, a love that is divine, a love that comes from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This love, this extraordinary love, is the reason we are here today. It's the reason we ...read more

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    The Christian Church Worker Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025
     | 157 views

    The strength of any church lies in its people—especially those who serve faithfully and selflessly. Christian workers are the heartbeat of the church’s ministry. Whether seen or unseen, their labour plays a vital role in advancing God’s kingdom.

    THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:23-24, Romans 12:11, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 25:21 INTRODUCTION: The strength of any church lies in its people—especially those who serve faithfully and selflessly. Christian workers ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Seven Reasons Why The Resurrection Of Christ Is So Important

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 15, 2025
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    The resurrection is not only a fundamental part of the Gospel, but it is the glue that holds every part of the Gospel together. Without it, Christians are believing in vain and are without hope.

    Opening: Unlike other religions, Christianity is based on Christ Jesus: His incarnation to be a Man, His life and teachings, His death and resurrection, His ascension to heaven, and His second coming.  Christ is the center of Christianity. No Christ, no Christians, or no Christ’s followers! ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Avoiding Accidents In Destiny

    Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Apr 7, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
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    Destiny is precious,it is the reason for living: without fulfilling it you are a failure,without fulfilling it, you are here in vain.

    Destiny is precious; it is the reason for living. Lk. 24:44. Without fulfilling it you are a failure. Without fulfilling it, you are a here in vain. Many people are potential stars in the scripture but they died unfulfilled or partially fulfilled. CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS IN DESTINY Disobedience (The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Absalom

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 12, 2020
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    Muscle power, charm, money power, beauty, fame and popularity would be vain without wisdom from the Holy Spirit.

    Absalom 2 Sameul 14:25”…Now in all Israel was no one as handsome as Absalom, so highly praised…” When something is too good to be true then be careful! When the offer is too spectacular, opulent and enormous then be cautious, for instance, I got an email stating that I was selected as the ‘best ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Except The Lord Build...

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,197 views

    The Church’s has but one foundation – Jesus Christ. The building of it belongs to Him – not us. As its members, we are to be engaged as instruments to build the church.

    Except the Lord Build Matthew 16:13-18 / Psalm 127:1-2 A certain congregation was about to erect a new church edifice. The building committee, in consecutive meetings passed the following resolutions: 1. We shall build a new church 2. The new building is to be located on the site of the old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist