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  • David Owens avatar

    Training In The Desert Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 2, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,346 views

    This sermon is based on Charles Swindoll's book, Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit, chapter 4. In this sermon, we explore the need to grow deep with God through time spent with God in solitude, silence and service.

    A. How many of you saw the movie Castaway staring Tom Hanks? 1. Many people found the movie a little slow and boring because of lack of action and dialog. 2. Tom Hanks plays the part of Chuck Nowland, an executive with FedEx, whose fast-paced work took him on flights all over the world. a. Chuck ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Obtain A Revival PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,500 views

    Explore the power of prayer and the need for spiritual revival, using the story of Elijah from 1 Kings 18: 41-46 as a reminder of how God can transform even the driest seasons of our lives into periods of abundant blessing.

    Good morning, church! We're going to dive right into the heart of the Old Testament today, as we explore a story of revival, prayer, and transformation from 1 Kings 18: 41-46. Here's how it goes: "Then Elijah said to Ahab, 'Go up, eat and drink; for there is the sound of abundance of rain.' So Ahab ...read more

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    Go! And Encounter The Fire Of God - Hebrews 12:29 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 5, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 936 views

    The fire of God is a powerful theme throughout Scripture. Fire represents His presence, His guidance, His judgment, His refining work, and His power. Explore how the fire of God impacts our lives and how we are called to respond.

    Go! And Encounter the Fire of God - Hebrews 12:29 Introduction: The fire of God is a powerful theme throughout Scripture. Fire represents His presence, His guidance, His judgment, His refining work, and His power. From the burning bush where God revealed Himself to Moses to the fire that led the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mystery Of Baptism

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 5, 2020
     | 4,384 views

    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17.

    The Baptism of Christ set us an example of a ceremony which has become the norm for Christians. Baptism is also the subject of some division and much misunderstanding. Let’s explore the mystery of baptism. Let’s look at Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. Leadership Matthew 3:13 Then Jesus came ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Presence Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on Apr 9, 2002
    based on 240 ratings
     | 116,439 views

    Message 1 of 3 in the series "The Heart of Worship". This message explores the question, "Is true worship dependant upon where you are and what you are doing?"

    the presence of worship John 4:23-24 READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: Luke 7:36-50 (NIV) 36 Now one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, so he went to the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 37 When a woman who had lived a sinful life in that town learned that Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Manner

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,579 views

    This outline explores the manner of the salutation of the angel announcing our Lord’s birth; the manner of man He was; and what manner of persons we should be.

    WHAT MANNER? “And the angel came unto her, and said: Hail, thou who are highly favored, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered in her mind what manner of salutation this was.” Luke 1:28-29 I. WHAT MANNER OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How A Church Can Change For The Better

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 186 ratings
     | 41,759 views

    In this message, we explore five paradigm shifts that a church can make to have a better future. This is a kind of "halftime" talk from a pastor/coach to the congregation/team.

    To compete for a championship, during a game a great team has to make some adjustments. I sometimes think of the New Year as a kind of halftime. My personal internal calendar starts in August when the kids go back to school. The first semester is over. Now, it’s the halftime before the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is The Greatest?

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 20,618 views

    This is a message on what it takes to be "The Greatest" in God’s Kingdom. It discusses the role of a "Servant Leader" and seeks to explore specifics about being "great" in the Kingdom of God.

    Who is the Greatest? Illustration: Muhammad Ali today is called the greatest. But it hasn’t always been that way. He became the greatest in the eyes of the world over the last 40 years. Muhammad Ali used to “float like a butterfly” and “sting like a bee”. He dazzled crowds with his amazing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Is God Hidden? Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 17, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,942 views

    An exploration of the reasons why God seems hidden when we go through adversity and how we can build our trust in him despite it all.

    Introduction: There are three ancient questions that are as current as this morning’s news. I call them the “Three Questions No One Asks Out Loud.” 1. Is God unfair? 2. Is God silent? 3. Is God hidden? Plunging into these questions is not simply an intellectual exercise. They are vital issues in ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    No Child Left Beyond

    Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,722 views

    This sermon explores Jesus’ mysterious statement that "anyone who will not receive the Kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." Mark 10:13-16

    “No Child Left Beyond” by Matthew Everhard. Originally preached at the Hudson Presbyterian Church on September 26, 2004: Words 2089 Most of you know that our church recently sent out a team of 7 adults to an orphanage in El Salvador this summer: the first mission trip of its kind for our church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Reviving Your First Love

    Contributed by Tommy Davis on Mar 21, 2001
    based on 220 ratings
     | 20,650 views

    This sermon explores how Christians, over a period of time, have a tendency to stray away from JESUS CHRIST, their first love, and offers encouragement to return to HIM.

    TEXT: Revelation 2:1-5 1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Linkous avatar

    Why You Don't Have To Worry About The Future - Part One

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 24, 2001
    based on 186 ratings
     | 25,100 views

    We need not be afraid of whatever comes in the future. We need only to trust in God’s promises. This message, in two parts, explores five of those promises.

    Of the many negative effects that comes from listening to and watching the news, especially the recent events in our nation, there are often various levels of concerned feelings that people experience. Our hearts can become doubtful, gloomy, worrisome, and right out fearful. People fear all kinds ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Seed Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 40,182 views

    Jesus tells of the Kingdom being like a tiny Mustard Seed. This sermon explores what something so small could mean in describing something so majestic

    TOP 10 CLASSIFIED ADS – From true classified ads in daily newspapers 10. Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink. 9. Try us once, you’ll never go anywhere again. 8. Dog for sale: eats anything and is fond of children. 7. Illiterate? Write today for free help. 6. Stock up ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prophecies Of Christmas

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 8, 2003
    based on 99 ratings
     | 37,529 views

    The Birth of Christ is described as a sign by Isaiah, this sermon explores the fact that his birth was a sign of God’s power, God’s love and God’s faithfulness!

    “Prophecies of Christmas” Isaiah 7:14 The Christmas story in the Bible begins earlier than you might expect, several hundred years earlier, in the Old Testament. One Old Testament prophecy after another promised the coming Messiah who would redeem the people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Coming Into Focus Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,731 views

    Launch sermon in a series through the book of Nehemiah exploring the pursuit of God’s vision for our lives. Sermon addresses the birthing of vision, and the connection of concern to vision.

    (Visual Aids - Placed a large pile of rocks on the stage, simulating wall rubble. Picked up rocks, and dropped them during message illustration of the rocks of life.) What a great time of year! This is by far my favorite time of year in Central Kentucky. I love the cooler temperatures. I love ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan