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    Remember The Goal PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,274 views

    Encourage believers to align all their actions and decisions with God's will, doing everything for His glory.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather here today, let's turn our attention to Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, chapter 10, verse 31, where he instructs us, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." It's a simple statement, yet so profound. ...read more

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    Church Defined PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,404 views

    To emphasize the importance of the church as a place of faith, hope, love, and work, and to encourage believers to model their lives after the Thessalonians, who demonstrated their faith and love through their actions and endurance.

    Good morning, Church family! Isn't it a blessing to gather here today as one body in Christ, in this place of faith, hope, love, and work? Listen to these words from the wise A.W. Tozer: "A church in the land without the Spirit is rather a curse than a blessing. If you have not the Spirit of God, ...read more

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    Jesus The Cornerstone Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 11, 2025
     | 332 views

    Jesus Christ, the Cornerstone, is the sure foundation upon which our faith, salvation, and eternal hope are built. Without Him, life and ministry crumble, but with Him, all things stand firm.

    JESUS THE CORNERSTONE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 2:20 Key Verse: “And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.” – Ephesians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Psalm 118:22; Isaiah 28:16; Matthew 21:42; 1 Peter 2:6-7; 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Building Strong Foundations For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026
     | 232 views

    This sermon teaches the importance of establishing strong spiritual, moral, and practical foundations today to secure a greater tomorrow.

    BUILDING STRONG FOUNDATIONS FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-25 Key Verse: “Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: And the rain descended, and the floods came, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living By Faith: Embracing God's Mysterious Work Ecclesiastes 11:5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 804 views

    Ecclesiastes 11:5 invites us to ponder the ways of God that are beyond our understanding and to trust in His sovereignty over all things.

    Living by Faith: Embracing God's Mysterious Work Ecclesiastes 11:5 Introduction: Today, we explore the theme of living by faith and embracing God's mysterious work, based on Ecclesiastes 11:5. This verse invites us to ponder the ways of God that are beyond our understanding and to trust in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Favoritsm And Faithful Deeds Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,276 views

    This is number four in a summer sermon series on the Book of James

    As the associate pastor in Abilene I was privilege to preach at several of the smaller congregations around there. After a while I learned not to be surprised at the various habits and rituals of the churches. One of the most unique surrounded the offering at Central Presbyterian in Stamford Texas. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Avoiding Dead Faith Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 3, 2012
     | 6,079 views

    James continues to remind us that faith is active. It is not mere mental assent but obediently imitating God by loving our neighbors.

    1. Secret Service A man was coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. (You know. The preacher’s job is to: shake them in, shake them up, and shake them out!) Well, he grabbed the guy by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Work Out Your Own Salvation - (What Does This Really Mean?)

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 3, 2021
     | 6,213 views

    We are told to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. However, what do I have to do to work out my salvation? Are there certain steps I must take? Are there some specific criteria for me to work out my own salvation? These are all good questions.

    Phil 2:12-13: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure. One day I was at the gym, and this man ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good Enough For Heaven?

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 1, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,137 views

    Jesus met a young man who thought he kept the entire Law. Most people believe they are going to heaven when they die, and they base their conclusion on being a morally good person. But, is anyone really good enough to go to heaven?

    I’ve entitled our message this morning “Good Enough for Heaven?” with a question mark. Is anyone really good enough to go to heaven? An article from the Los Angeles Times says, “An overwhelming majority of Americans continue to believe that there is life after death and that heaven and hell exist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of Preparation Series

    Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 8,623 views

    Part 1/5 based upon Nehemiah and God’s work of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem.

    Satan is tearing things down in this world, but Jesus Christ is building things up. For which one are you working? God is looking for people who will make a difference in the difficult places of life! People with vision who see possibilities, not problems! People with courage who will finish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evangelism For Ordinary People

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,601 views

    Doing acts of kindness as a form of evangelism. Servant evangelism based upon Steve Sjogren’s work.

    According to Jesus the greatest commandments are to “love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and to “love your neighbor as yourself.” When Jesus referred to neighbor he wasn’t just speaking of the person who lived next door, but to every person, whether they are like us or ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Misunderstood God: The Distant God Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,869 views

    God’s protection, trust and hope are based upon His unfailing love not on your unfailing works.

    THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD: THE DISTANT GOD** 1 CORINTHIANS 13:7 Big Idea: God’s protection, trust and hope are based upon His unfailing love not on your unfailing works. Supporting Scripture: Romans 8:28-39; John 13:31-35, 14:23-24; 15:9-10 INTRO “Truck Speak” In a humorous 2011 Chevrolet ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Resident Evil

    Contributed by Michael Walther on Jul 29, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,459 views

    Based on the Parable of the Weeds, this sermon examines how Satan works within the church and how the church overcomes.

    Resident Evil Matthew 13.24-43 Introduction Jesus prepares the disciples and the church for troubles that lie ahead. The Bible tells us that Satan attacks the church constantly. We usually think of those attacks coming from the outside as Peter said, “The devil prowls about like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Both/And Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,574 views

    Based on Acts 2:42-47 - Reminds hearers that both discipleship & evangelism are the work of the Church.

    “BOTH/AND” Acts 2:42-47 FBCF – 1/16/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lot of messages going out to the world today: - Deepak Chopra – Start a pandemic of joy - Jewish rabbi at Bob Saget’s funeral: "Just about how heartbroken everybody is in the world … One of the things that's so amazing about Bob ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Manna Versus Canaan's Food

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2012
     | 4,591 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Acknowledge GOD in everything you do. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind to stop our good works not prompted by grace. IV. TEXT: Joshua 5:12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) No manna app

    I. EXORDIUM: Acknowledge GOD in everything you do. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind to stop our good works not prompted by grace. IV. TEXT: Joshua 5:12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) No manna appeared on the day they first ate from the crops of the land, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal