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    The Pursuit Of Happiness Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jul 21, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 871 views

    True happiness and contentment can only be found in God, not in worldly possessions or achievements.

    You know what's funny? We've been chasing happiness in the USA for 248 years. But are we any closer to finding it? It seems like we're less happy now than we were 250 years ago. Instead of happiness, we see stress, anxiety, anger, and despair. So, what's up with that? We've been chasing happiness ...read more

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    Injustice Rendered Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012
     | 4,809 views

    Injustice was rendered at Jesus’ trial, but true justice will be rendered when he returns in power as Judge.

    Introduction As much as we may uphold the judicial system, all of us have felt at times that injustice, rather than justice, was rendered in a courtroom. Perhaps it was due to incompetence by the defense or prosecution or even the judge. Perhaps the jury was deficient. Perhaps there was bribery ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Hearing Your Heartbeat Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,445 views

    Using Rick Warren’s SHAPE acronym to demonstrate how God has uniquely created us with a passion or heartbeat for something God is passionate about.

    We are in a series we are calling “Created to be God’s Masterpiece.” This comes from Ephesians 2:10 of the NLT, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” This means you are God’s Masterpiece, his work of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Reflections On The Lord's Supper Series

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 13, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 10,729 views

    The passion of the Christ will cause to reflect on twelve things when it come to the Holy Communion. Part Four of our series entitled “the Passion of the Christ: Curious?

    Reflections on the Lord’s Supper 22While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take it; this is my body." 23Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, and they all drank from it. 24"This is my blood of the covenant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Healthy Independence-8

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 13, 2020
     | 2,441 views

    8 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

    HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-VIII—Jeremiah 17:10(:1-14) Attention: Graduation Speech Notes: When a young man was graduating from high school, he had to give a speech. He began by reading from his prepared text. “I want to talk about my mother & the wonderful influence she has had on my life,” he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 13, 2014
    based on 90 ratings
     | 363,958 views

    Our text tells us about the grace of God and what it does for us. 1- The grace of God brings salvation 2- The grace of God teaches how to live 3- The grace of God gives hope

    INTRO.- ILL.- Preacher Dwight L. Moody loved to study the Bible topically, and it occurred to him one day that he had never studied the subject of grace. Setting aside a day, Moody gave himself to the study of God’s grace. But a second day was required. Even on the third day Moody had not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Helping Each Other Grow

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,596 views

    As we are following Jesus and sharing life with one another, we need to do all that we can to help each other grow in faith. You can make the difference when someone around you is struggling. Someone else can make the difference in your life when you are

    Helping Each Other Grow 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Intro: Paul has been telling his friends in Thessalonica how much he misses them and wants to be there with them. Chapter 3 began with Paul saying how they just couldn’t stand it any longer and had to send Timothy to them to see how they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Peculiar People Day Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 17, 2016
    based on 15 ratings
     | 30,567 views

    The KJV uses the word "peculiar" 7 times - but it didn't mean "odd" or "bizarre" - it meant a treasured "possession". But what does that mean to us and how should that effect our daily lives as Christians?

    (I opened by reading Titus 2:11-14 from the KJV) OPEN: Last Sunday (January 10th) was “Peculiar People Day”. Nobody knows who came up with the idea of making that a special day (somebody thinks it might have been the greeting card companies) but the whole idea of this Peculiar People ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    More Than Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 22, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,219 views

    *This sermon was adapted from a series on Sermon Central and is not all my original content* A sermon addressing that God's grace is for more than forgiveness, but also for a changed life.

    “God’s Grace: More Than Forgiveness” CCCAG July 21st, 2019 Scripture- Titus 2:11-14 Today we set out on a four-week journey that has the potential to change our lives. Together, we will examine the Scriptures and listen to the Holy Spirit as we consider the topic of God’s grace. Prayer- understand ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    New Year, New You Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2021
     | 4,572 views

    Summing up 2020, and looking forward to 2021 (General idea/outline taken from Sermon Central, but heavily edited toward our church)

    New Year New You CCCAG December 27th, 2020 Scripture- Titus 2:11-14 The year 2020 has been a year to remember hasn’t it? A quick recap- The beginning of the year Pastor Roger went home to be with Jesus, followed by our sister Audrey a few months ago. We miss both of them dearly. Coronavirus- ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Live The Alternative - Part 1

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,592 views

    An exhortation to live a truly alternative lifestyle.

    Live The Alternative! Part 1 Galatians 5:16-25 In previous years, Americans have seen the flappers, zoot suiters, beatniks, hippies, punkers, and gangs. Now we have the Goths. Each generation has its group of people seeking an identity that is away from the mainstream. They scoff at society’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have No Illusions

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 8, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,036 views

    In our world we can become distracted by the illusions of wealth, power and prestige. Pursuing such illusions may give us temporary satisfaction, but they do not give us eternal security. We need to stand on the foundation which will not crumble.

    Have No Illusions Readings Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 Matthew 7:24-27 (text) Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ, Young people, boys and girls. You can open any one of a dozen teen magazines available at the moment and the same message will jump out from all of them. A person who has made it in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Richer Or Poorer

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,715 views

    So often we get caught up in the world’s definition of success. James calls us to look beyond the limitations of temporal wealth to the eternal blessings of spiritual prosperity!

    FOR RICHER OR POORER James 1:9-11 Scripture Reading: Luke 12:13-21 INTRODUCTION 1. Those of us who are married took vows before God and witnesses to take on certain responsibilities in our new homes. 2. Most of our vows included loving our spouse, “For richer or poorer.” 3. This indicates our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Messiah Of Transformation Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,278 views

    While the Christian life is a process, we need to be making progress.

    A Messiah of Transformation Text: Matt. 9:14-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: As you all know by now, my favorite football team is the Cleveland Browns, and may God have mercy upon me! Our current coach, although hopefully not for long, has a favorite saying when ask about why his team is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Let’s Make A Deal

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 11, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,608 views

    Everything including our own bodies is aging, decaying, and just wasting away. It is all corruptible and temporal. But the devil still whispers, “Let’s make a deal”.

    INTRODUCTION In the 1960’s there was a very popular game show on television... entitled “Let’s Make A Deal!”, with Monty Hall the idea for the show involved contestants trying to win what was behind one of three doors. Typically there was a really nice prize (ie. a car; vacation) behind one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist