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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Character Counts

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 28, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,324 views

    Character counts and it impacts. God is concerned with our character, more than our comfort and competence.

    RECAP last week's sermon – Matt 7:15-23 – the false prophets were IN the circle but OUT of salvation. • Right believing leads to RIGHT LIVING. It starts on the INSIDE. It is a RELATIONSHIP with Jesus Christ. • Draw close to Him every day and you’ll see your life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "The First Step To Freedom” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 1, 2017
     | 7,120 views

    If we are to find our freedom in Christ, the first step is admit our need.

    In this series: “Finding Our Freedom in Christ,” we're going to talk about how to overcome hurts that can overwhelm us, habits that can overtake us and hang-ups that can overshadow us. We live in a world full of hurting people. And hurt people hurt people. So, we're hurt by others; hurt others; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope Begins Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 10, 2016
     | 6,662 views

    The beginning of an Easter sermon series. There is so much messed up in the world. Why? Hopelessness. The resurrection of Jesus gives us hope!

    Intro: On December 17, 1927 a US Submarine was patrolling off the Atlantic Coast when it accidentally collided with a Coast Guard Cutter. The submarine was so severely damaged that it sank and came to rest on the floor of the Atlantic about 100 feet down. A rescue ship was dispatched to the scene ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction: “god’s Provision For Our Potential” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 1, 2014
     | 7,115 views

    What has God provided for our transformation?

    The Bible has much to say about the potential that resides within the life of each and every Child of God. But one verse that sums it up well: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Begins And God's Work

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 20, 2014
     | 7,737 views

    A sermon for the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday (after reading and meditating on this sermon from Sermon Central's Ed Wood at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/gods-hand-in-creating-life-ed-wood-sermon-on-abortion-98204.asp I had enough for a sermon)

    HoHum: There were 3 preachers in Barnie’s Coffee shop discussing the time when life begins. They each gave their opinion of when life begins. One preacher said "Life begins when the child takes his/her first breath." The other said "NO," then he finished, "It begins when the child is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The View From Here

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 25, 2014
     | 3,756 views

    I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us -- a communion sermon.

    The View from Here Romans 8:18-39 Big Idea: I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. Lectionary Readings: • Old Testament: Genesis 29:15-28 • Psalms: Psalm 128 • Gospel: Matthew 13:31-33; 44-52 • Epistle: ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Obedience Plus Passion Equals…strike The Ground.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 6, 2022
     | 4,484 views

    We have a tendency to want Joy without sacrifice. We won't character without suffering. We won't success without failure. We won't gain without pain. We want a testimony without a test. We want it all, without going all in. However it does not work that way, and you know it.

    Obedience Plus Passion Equals…Strike the Ground. 2 Kings 13:14-19AMP We have a tendency to want Joy without sacrifice. We won't character without suffering. We won't success without failure. We won't gain without pain. We want a testimony without a test. We want it all, without going ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Bring Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 8,309 views

    To see the Wonder of God, we need bring our faith.

    Bring August 6, 2017 Mark 9:14-29 1. When people aren’t experiencing God’s power, they begin to argue 2. When Jesus shows up, arguments turn to amazement 3. When we suffer in this broken world, the result can be excruciating 4. When we try to overcome brokenness in our own strength, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Triumphant Joy Defended Series

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,851 views

    Paul reminds us that our Joy must be defended against things that rob of us of Joy.

    NTRO: 1. So far Paul has taught us that it’s important for us to understand or define triumphant Joy, then he revealed to us how we can refine or develop that Joy… but tonight Paul sees it important to remind us that our joy must always be defended. 2. It may came as no surprise for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living Life The Way God Intended

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 4, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,739 views

    When we become a Christian, not only does Christ take away our sin, we identify with him, in death to our old ways, resurrection power to affect change, and life in a whole new way.

    Colossians 3:1-10 Living Life the Way God Intended When you become a believer, you adopt a whole new set of values. You realign your life to live God’s way instead of Satan’s way. You say, “God, you know better than I do how I should live my life.” We’ve been in a short mini-series in the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sealed By His Love Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025
     | 94 views

    We are saved by the faith of Jesus and sealed by His love—obedience becomes joy when grace has written love on the heart.

    Scripture Reading > Then I saw another angel ascending from the east, having the seal of the living God. And he cried with a loud voice to the four angels to whom it was given to hurt the earth and the sea, saying, “Hurt not the earth, neither the sea, nor the trees, till we have sealed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Faith That Lives In Us Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025
     | 120 views

    The risen Christ lives through His people, transforming ordinary lives into visible faith—love in motion, hope unbroken, power indwelling.

    Introduction — From Faith That Saves to Faith That Lives We’ve talked about the faith that saves us — Christ’s faithfulness on the cross. We’ve talked about the faith that shapes us — the Spirit’s daily work molding our hearts. Now we come to the living expression of it all: the faith that lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Baptismal Joy

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 2, 2025
     | 89 views

    This is an upbeat baptism sermon, celebrating the joys and challenges of discipleship.

    Baptismal Joy (Romans 6:1–11) I speak to you joyfully in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. In a few minutes, we will have the privilege to witness the baptism of three followers of Jesus. Each one of them has taken part in baptismal preparation and has carefully considered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power And Purpose Of Self-Control

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 121 views

    In a time when the pace of life is ever-accelerating, and our senses are constantly bombarded with stimuli urging instant action and reaction, the Biblical virtue of self-control remains as pertinent as ever.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Edmund Hilary the first man who conquered Mount Everest was asked by an interviewer about his passions for climbing mountains. He gave this reply: "It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves." Peter the Great of Russia is quoted as saying, "I have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cost Of Freedom 2 Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 24, 2024
     | 657 views

    For some that means accepting Christ as your Lord and Savior so you might be set free from the penalty and presence of sin, and then learn how to live each day free from sin's power.

    Opening illustration: You ever watch those shows about these submarines that go down 2 and a half miles to the wreck of the Titanic? That’s one thing that I think I could never do. To be crammed into a machine not much bigger than a telephone booth with 2 other guys, 2 miles below the surface of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational