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    Sowing Seeds PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
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     | 1,385 views

    To emphasize the importance of being like the good soil, open and ready to receive God's Word and produce a fruitful spiritual harvest.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dig deep into one of Jesus’ well-known parables – The Parable of the Sower. We're going to explore how different types of soil receive seeds and the results that follow. As we delve into this, let me share a quote from Christian professor, Peter Kreeft, ...read more

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    Overcoming Triumphantly

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 31, 2019
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    Instructions about how to overcome and conquer temptations to do wrong.

    As we face the trials and temptations in this life, we are all too often finding ourselves yielding and doing wrong. So, in this passage tonight, James is giving us some instructions about how to overcome and conquer these temptations. But before we can conquer temptations and trials, we have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unanswerable Question

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 20, 2013
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     | 6,095 views

    Not can God build a rock he can't pick up--- but What does it PROFIT a man. Uses a very Kool illustration of profit.

    THE UN-ANSWERABLE QUESTION MARK8:36 ((6631 Tan)) Napoleon's Impossible Story Napoleon often told this story: Once, while visiting a province he came on an old soldier with one arm severed, dressed in full uniform. On his uniform and proud fighter displayed the coveted Legion of Honor. "Where did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Separating The Wheat From The Chaff

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 19, 2015
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    The Holy Spirit gives us the assurance that we are believers. As Romans 8:16 says, “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God”. Only then can we have the inner conviction and witness of the Holy Spirit.

    Three ministers gathered at the local coffee shop one morning, and the talk turned to a problem all three of them had in common-bats in their churches. One said, “I just don’t know what to do. I’ve called in exterminators and I’ve had the entire church sprayed, and the bats ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Jesus And The Law, Part 2

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 9, 2020
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    Imagine a commentary on the Old Testament by Jesus Christ. It would be the best, and we have one in the Sermon on the Mount. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s look at murder, adultery and bearing false witness in Matthew 5:21-37.

    Imagine a commentary on the Old Testament by Jesus Christ. It would be the best, and we have one in the Sermon on the Mount. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s look at murder, adultery and bearing false witness in Matthew 5:21-37. Murder Matthew 5:21-26 “You have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wars And Rumors Of War

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on Mar 1, 2003
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    On keeping our focus as a church during a time of national buildup toward war.

    Wars and Rumors of War Matthew 24:6-7 Once again we come to a time in history when the sabers of battle are rattling around us. And once again we are faced with widespread opinion concerning the need for war, the ethics of it, the wisdom of it, etc.—everyone’s got an opinion, including myself. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    'living God's Way' Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 25, 2006
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    The 3rd in the series of firm foundations looking at Christian basics this one entitled Living God’s way.

    Titus.2: 11-13. Living Gods way Last week in firm foundations we looked at the fact that a Christian is trusting in God for salvation and that salvation is a result of the mercy and grace of God towards the individual, received through faith, as a gift. In our 3rd message in the series we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Man Of Sorrows Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014
     | 9,476 views

    Lent series focusing on different aspect of tears in the Bible.

    Jesus: Man of Sorrows Isaiah 53:1-5 2 Corinthians 7:10-11 March 9, 2014 - Lent 1 If you weren’t aware of it, Fat Tuesday was this past Tuesday. Fat Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras. Traditionally, it’s a time of celebration. There are parades, parties, balls and if you’re in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Christ (Part Two)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022
     | 1,769 views

    In part one of In Christ, I talked about how being in Christ means we live a new life. And in Christ there is now no condemnation. However, we need to keep the faith and persevere to the end. I conclude with the fact that in Christ we are blessed and we are one.

    IN CHRIST (part two) Recap: In part one of In Christ, I talked about how being in Christ means we live a new life. We pattern our lives after the example set forth by Jesus and the other men and women of faith. Paul said ,'follow my example as I follow Christ'. In this new life we think, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Transfer Of Grace

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015
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    Most parents want to transfer their good character traits to their children, while not transferring vices, weaknesses, and failures to them. We need to put ourselves in a position where God’s grace is being transferred to us so we have something to give.

    Transfer of Grace Titus 2:11-14 11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12 It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope-- the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Distinguishing Marks Series

    Contributed by Mark Neilly on Nov 22, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,213 views

    We all have marks that distinguish us from others, and Christ says His church should exhibit things which will distinguish them from the world

    John 17: 13 - 17 Distinguishing Marks Mikael Gorbachev had a very obvious distinguishing mark on his forehead. This prompted many to make fun of him. He was always and instantly recognisable. I suppose we all have something which distinguishes us from other people - even twins have certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence

    Contributed by Martin Albanese on May 15, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,051 views

    Which one of us is the greatest? A look at Ambition, Jealousy, and Hostility in our lives

    Sins That Reduce Us To A Shameful Silence (Sermon notes take from a book called Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned: But I Have Several Excellent by James W. Moore.) Let me start out by asking you all a question tonight! • Have you ever been reduced to embarrassed silence? o the kind that comes for a sense ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Giving PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,198 views

    This sermon encourages us to embrace generosity, trust in God's promise of heavenly blessings, and seek spiritual growth through giving.

    Good morning, dear church family. We gather today under the sheltering love of our Heavenly Father, and in the redeeming grace of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Together, we will turn the pages of the Holy Scriptures and let the wisdom of our Lord illuminate our hearts and minds. Our focus today is ...read more

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    Say No To The World

    Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Nov 4, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 3,204 views

    John tells us to say no to the world. As God’s people we need to recognize and reject all that is of the world so that the love of God may flow freely in our lives.

    Introduction: John tells us to say no to the world. There is a need for us to understand the world system that stands opposed to everything in the kingdom of God. As God’s people we need to recognize and reject all that is of the world so that the love of God may flow freely in our lives. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Law Of Cause And Effect In Life SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    There is a spiritual principle of reaping what we sow. Understanding this principle should guide what we sow, and how we sow.

    Title: Understanding the Principle of Sowing and Reaping Introduction: There is a spiritual principle that states we will reap what we sow. This principle applies to both believers and non-believers and is a law of life established by God. It means that whatever we sow in our lives, we will ...read more

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