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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Cost And Reward Of Discipleship Luke 9:23-24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 8, 2024
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     | 2,453 views

    What it means to be transformed by the truth of discipleship - Luke 9:23-24 sheds light on the essence of following Jesus, revealing both the cost and the reward of discipleship.

    The Cost and Reward of Discipleship Luke 9:23-24 Introduction: Today we gather to delve into the timeless truths of God's Word as we explore what it means to be transformed by the truth of discipleship. Our passage from Luke 9:23-24 sheds light on the essence of following Jesus, revealing both ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Servant Of All

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 19, 2024
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    Jesus lived out and taught us how to become great in the Kingdom of God. We not only deny ourselves, pick up our cross and follow Jesus, but humble ourselves to become servant to all.

    WHEN WE THINK OF SERVICE TO OTHERS AND ALL THE POSSIBLE WAYS TO ENGAGE OUR ABILITIES, I READ A RATHER HUMOROUS WAY OF LOOKING AT THIS WHICH SAID, ““IF YOU THINK YOU ARE TOO SMALL TO BE EFFECTIVE, YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN IN BED WITH A MOSQUITO.” HOWEVER, ON A MORE SERIOUS NOTE, I LIKE THE WORDS OF JOHN ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Second Sunday Of Advent, Year C: A Straight, Immovable Section.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 17, 2024
     | 1,138 views

    That dangerous S-curve was removed in 1981 and replaced by a straight, immovable section.

    A man named John Hakel says his three-year-old daughter looked at a calendar and asked him, "Daddy, how many BE GOOD days until Christmas?"1 On the Second Sunday of Advent, we meet John the Baptist in the Desert: Luke 3:2: “the word of God came to John the son of Zechariah in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Saved To A Life Of Holiness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 9, 2025
     | 516 views

    Salvation is not just a rescue from sin and hell; it is a call to a new life—one that reflects the character and nature of God.

    SAVED TO A LIFE OF HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 1:4 "According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love." Supporting Texts: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Hebrews 12:14, Romans 6:1-2, Titus ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When You Carry Holy Fire Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025
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     | 588 views

    Carrying holy fire means being consumed by the presence, passion, and power of the Holy Spirit to live victoriously and impact the world for Christ.

    WHEN YOU CARRY HOLY FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 20:9 Key Verse: “But if I say, ‘I will not mention his word or speak anymore in his name,’ his word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones. I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot.” (Jeremiah 20:9, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Commitment To Finish The Race Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
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    The Christian journey and ministry demand steadfast devotion, perseverance, and focus on the goal of finishing the race faithfully and joyfully before God.

    COMMITMENT TO FINISH THE RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 20:22-24 Key Verse: “Neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy.” (Acts 20:24) Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Obedience PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,264 views

    This sermon explores the Christian call to obedience and submission, understanding bondage and freedom from a heavenly perspective, guided by Ephesians 6:1-9.

    Welcome, beloved, to this sanctuary where we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Let us come together, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, bound by the love of our Father in heaven. We gather here, not to merely listen but to seek, to ...read more

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    Fleeing Sin The Right Way

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 10, 2013
     | 10,596 views

    The world is obsessed with cleanness. Everywhere you look you see people with different hand cleaners and antibacterial soaps and lotions. We must have an even greater desire for purity of heart. In 2 Timothy 2, we see some great keys to equip us.

    The world is obsessed with cleanness. Everywhere you look you see people with different hand cleaners and antibacterial soaps and lotions. People want cleanness outwardly, but purity in heart? That is not the case. Everything that we see in this world is saturated with all kinds of impurity; TV, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Is Life Meaningless?" Ecc Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,180 views

    Solomon proposes some questions to us in Chapter one and he says, “Is everything meaningless? Is life one big bore! Can you agree with me that life can be boring and even senseless?” The answer to these questions is really dependent on your relationship w

    Is Everything Meaningless? Ecclesiastes part 1 Hands on illustration: Have a timer with on the pulpit – set it for 30 minutes in front of everyone. The lesson from the timer is what motivated Solomon to write the book of Ecclesiastes because time was running out for him and for many others. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blinded Minds

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,130 views

    The devil uses everything he can to blind our minds. This message deals with some of the things that he will work with.

    2 Corinthians 4:1-6 KJV Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; [2] But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The God Of Entertainment Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 12, 2018
     | 6,427 views

    In this sermon, we try to examine the way the god of entertainment tries to pull us away from God the Father.

    A. How many of you have seen the 2005 romantic comedy called Fever Pitch? 1. It is a funny story about a guy who is a Boston Red Sox fanatic. 2. Here’s an interesting tidbit that you might not have known: Fever Pitch was actually first released outside the United States and Canada with the title ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Know Your Soil. Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 10, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,507 views

    You need to know the soil you are planting in to be efective in evangelism.

    INTRODUCTION „X OPENING SLIDE. #1 „X The way we build God¡¦s church is by reaching people. There is no other way to build the church without people. We cannot evangelize cats, dogs or any other object other than people. „X What is the best approach to use with people? Will we reach all people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grow Up! (Part One)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,733 views

    Ever have someone tell you to grow up? The bible has some things to say about the necessity for spiritual maturity.

    GROW UP! (Part one) INTRODUCTION: Ever have someone tell you to grow up? Boys seem to have this problem more than girls. I guess because girls are supposed to mature faster. Whatever. I’m sure if there are any big sisters here today and you have little brothers you were probably telling them ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hopelessly Devoted To You

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 19, 2013
     | 5,468 views

    A sermon on Romans 12:9-16 on being devoted to our brothers and sisters in Christ

    HoHum: It is said that Cyrus, the founder of the Persian Empire, once had captured a prince and his family. When they came before him, Cyrus asked the prisoner, "What will you give me if I release you?" "Half of my wealth," was his reply. "And if I release your children?" "Everything I possess." ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Age Of Nonsense: "When All Is Said And Done" [part Five]

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 29, 2016
     | 6,521 views

    We must have a zest for living life to the fullest

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, September 2, 2001 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter An Age of Nonsense: “When All Is Said and Done” Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 For the past four weeks we have explored the futility of man’s wisdom, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed