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  • Ronnie Knight avatar

    Freedom

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 26, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,390 views

    This sermon should challenge each listener to examine there state of spiritual existence and make sure they are free indeed. True freedom comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Subject: Spiritual Freedom Scripture: John 8.36 Sermon: “Freedom” Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to examine there state of spiritual existence and make sure they are free indeed. Summary: True freedom comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Segue: Today I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doing The Right Thing Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,822 views

    There are no such thing as coincidence; God orchestrates and we are called to do the right thing even when no one is watching.

    Last week we noted from 1 Samuel Chapter 23 that King Saul and his wicked partners were in pursuit of David. King Saul had David in a corner and was ready to kill him but a miracle happened! After all the planning, plotting, scheming, lying, and cheating to get David killed, although King Saul had ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Leadership And Humility Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,462 views

    Reflecting on Maundy Thursday's Washing of the Feet and Peter's Response in the Context of Present-Day Fundamentalisms

    Leadership and Humility Scripture: John 13:1-15 Introduction: Reflecting on Maundy Thursday's Washing of the Feet and Peter's Response in the Context of Present-Day Fundamentalisms Reflection Maundy Thursday holds profound significance in the Christian tradition, marking the Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Why Be Nominal When We Can Be Phenomenal?

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 8, 2025
     | 102 views

    God calls us to an abundant life as more than conquerors.

    Why Be Nominal When We Can Be Phenomenal? Romans 8:37; John 10:10; 1 Peter 2:9 A little boy goes into a bakery with endless options but settles for the smallest sugar cookie, even after being offered anything in the shop. Point: Many believers approach God the same way—settling for the bare ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Simms avatar

    David Inquires Of The Lord

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 2, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,472 views

    To look at how David sought God’s direction and how God blessed him and gave him victories for waiting upon Him.

    David Inquires of the Lord 2 Samuel 5:17-25 Primary Purpose: To look at how David sought God’s guidance in his daily decision making and how God blessed him. Introduction When I was in college, my second semester I told College Algerbra. I felt that the Lord was leading me to get a Bachleor’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Price That Was Paid

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,458 views

    This is a Good Friday message about "nailing our sins to the cross" and letting them die their with Christ!

    ME – When we aren’t having the Song of the Shadows and we have a Good Friday service I usually come to the same service of nailing our sins to the cross. I toyed with the idea of doing something different; (with not singing watch the lamb); (with not making Marianna cry); with not nailing our sins ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    You Purified Me To Be Yours

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Aug 29, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,890 views

    We are in awe of what He has done and what He is going to do, that is the kind of statement we need to use when we speak of our awesome God.

    You Purified Me to Be Yours I have an AWESOME God. I Have an AWESOME, AWESOME God. I have a God that will part the water so I can walk through on dry ground. I have a God that will create a big fish to shallow me up and spit me out on dry land. I have a God that turns darkness into light. I have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Titles Of Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,256 views

    communion service

    I In Thompson Chain reference—you have titles of Jesus Christ. Tonight I would like to mention a few. He came to be a Saviour—I Timothy 1:15— Jesus came into the world with the mission to be Saviour. Yes he was a prophet, teacher, healer, and many other things, but his main mission was to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Are You Doing Here? Series

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Mar 3, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 21,880 views

    God intends for every believer to walk in freedom. However, even one of the most powerful, godly men in the Bible lost his freedom in the Lord for a season.

    What Are You Doing Here?  God intends for every believer to walk in freedom  Psa 22:5 "Those who trust in the Lord will not be confound  If you are being victimized by a spirit of fear, lust, despondency or depression, you are not walking in freedom  Feelings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Flesh Vs Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Mccombs on Jun 25, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 5,866 views

    Part One of Symbols of the Covenants Series. A look at what it means to be under the old and new covenants based on Galations 4:21-31.

    Flesh vs Spirit I. This morning I want to begin sharing with you some thoughts on the Covenants, Symbols of the Covenants. Often people come to us and say you Adventists, don’t you realize we are under the new covenant now. The old covenant was for the Jews. In our history ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Flames Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 4, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,552 views

    Four question to asks. Christ died to sin in two senses:1) In regard to sin’s penalty- He met its legal demands upon the sinner. 2) In regard to sin’s power- forever breaking its power over those who belong to Him. Paul’s point is that believers have d

    Flames Of Righteousness Romans 6:9-12NKJ Over a hundred years ago, a dignitary of France visited America. Upon his return home he wrote: “I sought for the greatness of America in her harbors and rivers and fertile fields, and her mines and commerce. It was not there. Not until I went ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    'the Importance Of A Diligent Spirit'

    Contributed by James Mcgee on Feb 27, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,636 views

    The importance of maintaining a diligent spirit towards God and His kingdom in our everyday lives.

    “ The Importance of Having a Diligent Spirit ” Psalms 119:4 ‘Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently’ 1- The word diligent is a biblical word that is used to express the need to show great care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties in spiritual matters. To be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Godly Judgment

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 20, 2012
     | 4,284 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you've been cheated in a court? Have you been deceived and felt that the judge who handled your case is an unjust judge. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To display characteristics of a Godly judgment.

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you've been cheated in a court? Have you been deceived and felt that the judge who handled your case is an unjust judge. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To display characteristics of a Godly judgment. IV. TEXT: Isaiah 11:3 (New Living Translation, Second ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What's It Going To Cost Me? Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 3, 2021
     | 3,772 views

    We can know the price of an item but not necessarily understand what it's going to cost us. Jesus asks us to make and informed and deliberate decision about deciding to follow Him by outlining what it's going to cost us. (spoiler alert: it's everything - but it's worth it.)

    You can hear the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/7655599 Following Jesus - Counting the Cost Intro: • Price is Right show – fascinating and compelling game show where we are entertained by watching people guess the price of various products. (use logo ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Christian Morals

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 1, 2015
     | 6,875 views

    There are certain traits that should characterize a believer who serves the Lord. We are to obey him in doing good works, so others can see God’s love and kindness through us. We are to teach God’s word with passion and conviction.

    If our lives ended today, how would those around us assess our contribution to our fellow man? Our example leaves an impression on others. With God’s help, it will be one of love, faith and purity of life. The book of Titus captures the pattern God gave for every believer and the direction ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican