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James Smith
James Smith
114 Sermons
James Smith (1802-1862) was an English Baptist pastor and author whose devotional work Daily Remembrancer became widely popular. He wrote extensively for ordinary believers, combining doctrinal depth with pastoral warmth.

Sermons 114

Psalm 103:8 Divine Mercy

James Smith reflects on the overwhelming mercy and grace of God in his life, acknowledging his unworthiness and the countless blessings he has received from God since birth. He expresses gra…

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Psalm 34:17 Divine Providence

James Smith preaches about the miraculous rescue of a child from a well, emphasizing the divine providence and the chain of events orchestrated by God to save a life. He reflects on his own …

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Micah 6:8 Christian Living

James Smith reflects on the various aspects of his Christian journey, expressing desires for more communion with God, likeness to Jesus, and usefulness to the Church. He acknowledges his str…

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2 Samuel 20:9 Spiritual Health

James Smith preaches on the deceitful nature of kind words from cruel hearts, using the treacherous act of Joab towards Amasa as an example. He emphasizes the importance of spiritual health …

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Psalm 51:10 Spiritual Awakening

James Smith reflects on the transformative power of God's grace in his life, emphasizing the profound impact of being 'born of God' and 'born from above.' He recounts a pivotal moment in a p…

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Numbers 6:24 Jesus Christ

James Smith preaches about the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that amidst the uncertainties and challenges of a new year, Jesus remains the same yesterday, today, and forever…

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Psalm 68:5 God The Father

James Smith preaches on the assurance and comfort of having God as our Father, highlighting the care, provision, and guidance He offers to His children. He challenges believers to trust in G…

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Psalm 51:5 Gods Grace

James Smith preaches on reflecting on our past, present, and future states: acknowledging our sinful nature, experiencing God's transforming grace, and anticipating our glorious future in He…

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Divine Mercy

James Smith preaches about the vessels of mercy, who are distinct from the world and set apart for the Lord, chosen to show forth His praises. These vessels, prepared in advance for glory, w…

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Luke 13:3 Salvation

James Smith passionately warns about the eternal consequences of sin and the urgent need for salvation through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the reality of Hell and the importance of being bor…

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Matthew 6:34 Abiding In Christ

James Smith preaches on the importance of abiding in Christ, emphasizing that our union with Him is essential for our comfort, stability, and usefulness. He explains that abiding in Christ r…

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Romans 5:20 Gods Grace

James Smith preaches about the abundant grace of God, emphasizing that grace is the loving tendency of God's nature to pity, pardon, and bless the unworthy. God's grace is the foundation of …

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Spiritual Warfare

James Smith preaches on the importance of recognizing the dangers of slipping into sin, as seen in Psalm 73:2 where Asaph reflects on his own near fall. Smith emphasizes the need for believe…

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Psalm 34:17 Christ Our Savior

James Smith preaches about the experience of a poor Christian who faced trials and darkness, but found peace, joy, and gratitude in wrestling with God until he recognized the voice of the Ho…

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Proverbs 23:5 Divine Providence

James Smith preaches on the challenging nature of divine providence, emphasizing that God's intention is to test our faith, patience, and submission to His will through trials. To reconcile …

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Isaiah 55:8 Divine Providence

James Smith preaches on God's questioning of Job's complaints and reflections on Divine Providence, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's wisdom, kindness, holiness, and knowledge…

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Matthew 7:16 Faith And Works

James Smith preaches on the importance of being doers of the word, not just hearers, emphasizing that the Word of God is our daily counselor, guide, and friend, containing all necessary for …

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Psalm 32:8 Discipleship

James Smith preaches about the call to be a disciple of Jesus, emphasizing the infinite wisdom, omnipotent power, universal authority, unbounded beneficence, and gentle disposition of Jesus.…

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1 Samuel 16:7 Eternal Values

James Smith preaches about the importance of looking beyond appearances and focusing on eternal values. He emphasizes that true dignity is found in being a Christian, who is a child of God w…

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Ezekiel 18:4 Eternal Salvation

James Smith passionately urges the audience to consider the state of their souls, emphasizing the eternal consequences of sin and the necessity of finding salvation in Christ. He highlights …

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Matthew 7:21 Assurance Of Salvation

James Smith preaches about the importance of examining ourselves to see if we are truly in the faith, emphasizing the need to test our faith to ensure it is genuine. He highlights the danger…

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2 Chronicles 14:11 Faith And Prayer

James Smith preaches on the powerful prayer of Asa in 2 Chronicles 14:11, highlighting the importance of recognizing our covenant relationship with God in times of trouble. Asa's cry to the …

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Psalm 46:10 Trusting God

James Smith preaches on the importance of being still before God, emphasizing the need to trust in His sovereignty, submit to His will, and wait patiently for His timing. He highlights the f…

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Psalm 23:1 Holy Spirit

James Smith preaches about the Holy Spirit's work in our hearts as the glorifier of Jesus, leading us to see the Savior in His divine sweetness and glory. As we exalt and glorify Jesus, we l…

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Deuteronomy 31:6 Christology

James Smith preaches on the preciousness of Jesus to believers, emphasizing how the name of Jesus brings sweetness, glory, and delight to the spiritual mind. Jesus is cherished for His perso…

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John 8:32 Christian Freedom

James Smith preaches about the liberty we have in Christ Jesus, emphasizing that true freedom can only be found through Divine intervention as no man can free himself. He explains that in Ch…

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Psalm 34:17 The Cross

James Smith preaches about the significance of clinging to the cross of Christ, emphasizing that embracing, having faith in, and clinging to the cross is essential for our acceptance with Go…

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Psalm 46:10 Gods Love

James Smith preaches about the love God has for us, emphasizing that God's love is constantly present and reliable, even when we doubt, forget, or fail to realize it. He highlights how belie…

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Psalm 16:11 Drawing Near

James Smith preaches on the importance and benefits of drawing near to God in various situations of weakness, distress, confusion, and facing enemies. Drawing near to God brings comfort, joy…

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Haggai 1:7 Eternal Salvation

James Smith preaches a powerful message urging listeners to consider their ways in light of eternity, their sinful nature, and the necessity of sincere faith in Christ for salvation. He emph…

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1 Samuel 30:1 Redemptive Work

James Smith preaches on the instructive life of David, drawing parallels between David's experiences in Ziklag and the redemptive work of Jesus. Through David's story, we learn about the con…

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Psalm 16:11 Delighting In God

James Smith preaches on the importance of delighting in the Lord, emphasizing that true joy and fulfillment come from finding delight in God rather than worldly things. He highlights how God…

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Deuteronomy 8:5 Divine Discipline

James Smith preaches on the loving discipline of God towards His children, emphasizing that believers are chastened out of love, not punishment, as they are under grace, not the law. God cor…

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Genesis 3:10 Sin And Guilt

James Smith preaches on the consequences of sin as seen in Adam's fear and folly after disobeying God in the Garden of Eden. Sin leads to guilt, fear, and ultimately folly, causing individua…

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Deuteronomy 32:26 Fellowship With God

James Smith preaches on the importance of fellowship with God, emphasizing the need for a deep knowledge of God through the gospel and the Holy Spirit's teaching. This knowledge leads to a t…

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Psalm 16:11 Following Jesus

James Smith preaches on the importance of following Jesus wholeheartedly, emphasizing that Jesus leads His followers out of the world, into fellowship with Himself and His Father, and on the…

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John 3:36 Faith In God

James Smith preaches about the importance of having full confidence in Jesus, especially during times of sickness, on the deathbed, and in facing death. He emphasizes the need for believers …

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Exodus 19:5 Gods Guidance

James Smith preaches on the abundant reasons we have to be thankful and praise God, emphasizing that everything short of Hell is a result of God's mercy. He highlights how God cares for His …

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Psalm 139:23 Gods Providence

James Smith preaches about the comforting assurance that God, as a loving Father, promises to be with His children in times of trouble, providing advice, supplies, and deliverance. Believers…

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Psalm 50:22 Sin And Salvation

James Smith preaches about the sinful nature of mankind, infected with a dreadful disease that affects every aspect of the soul, leading to enmity with God and condemnation. However, God, in…

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Gods Sovereignty

James Smith preaches about God's special love and choosing of His people, highlighting how God sees fit to exercise grace despite all people being alike in nature and guilt. Through the exam…

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Psalm 119:67 Christian Humility

James Smith preaches about the importance of humility, highlighting that true humility is a fruit of the Spirit and a mark of God's children. He describes how a humble Christian is honored, …

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Deuteronomy 11:18 True Religion

James Smith preaches on the importance of embracing the truth of God, highlighting how it serves as our light, map, and sustenance throughout life's journey. He emphasizes the significance o…

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Psalm 37:5 Christian Living

James Smith preaches on the importance of honoring Jesus daily by dedicating ourselves anew to Him, looking to Him for all our needs, imitating His example in all we do, speaking of Him to o…

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Psalm 37:4 Eternal Hope

James Smith preaches about the blessed hope of the Christian, focusing on the glorious return of Jesus Christ. Believers are encouraged to eagerly anticipate the coming of Jesus, where they …

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Matthew 6:33 Eternal Salvation

James Smith emphasizes the urgency of seeking first the kingdom of God and securing salvation, highlighting the eternal consequences of heaven and hell. He stresses the importance of decidin…

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Exodus 13:21 Spiritual Guidance

James Smith preaches about the journey of life from this fleeting world to the eternal world, drawing parallels between the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the promised land and our journe…

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Mark 16:16 Eternal Life

James Smith preaches about the touching story of a soldier who found comfort in Jesus' promise of resurrection and life in his dying moments during the battle of Alma. He emphasizes that Jes…

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Job 13:23 Atonement

James Smith preaches on the overwhelming reality of our sins before God, acknowledging the countless iniquities and transgressions we have committed from childhood to adulthood, emphasizing …

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Matthew 18:20 Christian Living

James Smith preaches on the importance of keeping close to Christ, emphasizing the value of the soul and the solemnity of eternity. He highlights the necessity of staying near to Jesus by im…

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Job 33:19 Trials And Suffering

James Smith preaches about the trials that both the righteous and Christians face, emphasizing that these trials are designed by the Lord to exercise, improve, and teach us. He highlights th…

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1 Kings 11:4 Unequal Yoking

James Smith preaches about the dangers of being unequally yoked in marriage, emphasizing the negative spiritual, emotional, and societal consequences that arise from such unions. He warns yo…

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2 Chronicles 15:17 Gods Faithfulness

James Smith preaches on the profound impact of the word 'NEVERTHELESS' in conveying comfort, encouragement, and strength from God's Word. Through various passages, he highlights how 'NEVERTH…

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Proverbs 1:24 Human Depravity

James Smith preaches about the unwillingness of humanity to accept the salvation and blessings offered by God, drawing parallels to the Jews who rejected Jesus despite His loving invitations…

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Nehemiah 1:11 Holy Desires

James Smith preaches about the power of desires in our relationship with Jesus, emphasizing that even when we fall short in our actions, our sincere desires to love, honor, and glorify Him a…

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John 16:7 Holy Spirit

James Smith preaches about the essential role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, emphasizing the Spirit's work in convicting of sin, leading to Christ, and transforming the heart.…

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Psalm 103:8 Gods Mercy

James Smith preaches on the poetic records of God's mercy in the Psalms, reflecting on Israel's history as a mirror of our own spiritual journey. He emphasizes our low condition due to sin a…

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Psalm 16:11 Christian Living

James Smith preaches on the importance of honoring God as our Father by living out our Christian profession with sincerity and obedience. He emphasizes the need for believers to exhibit Chri…

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Philippians 3:8 Christian Living

James Smith preaches on the seven desires of Paul, emphasizing the importance of centering our lives on Christ. Paul's wishes include knowing, winning, magnifying, being found in, being conf…

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Psalm 147:11 Sanctified Living

James Smith preaches on the concept of pleasing God, emphasizing that while sinners cannot please God, believers in Christ who have received His grace and salvation can indeed bring delight …

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Isaiah 40:29 Holy Spirit

James Smith emphasizes the crucial need for spiritual power in the present day, highlighting the weakness and feebleness of Christians despite the abundance of means of grace and opportuniti…

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Psalm 113:3 Worship And Praise

James Smith preaches on the essence of true praise, emphasizing the importance of gratitude, glorifying God for His goodness, and celebrating the excellencies of Jehovah with thankfulness. H…

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Psalm 62:8 Prayer Life

James Smith preaches on the essence and power of real prayer, emphasizing that it involves communicating our needs, fears, and desires to God, seeking His guidance, provision, and blessings.…

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Psalm 119:4-5 Obedience To God

James Smith preaches on the importance of diligently keeping God's precepts, emphasizing the command to obey them as a rule of conduct and guide in life, recognizing that God is the source o…

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Numbers 23:19 Aging And Faith

James Smith preaches about the comforting promise of God's everlasting care for the aged believer, assuring them of His unchanging love, support, and protection until their hair is white wit…

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Proverbs 11:30 Serving Jesus

James Smith preaches about the importance of actively serving Jesus and doing everything for His glory. He emphasizes the need to surrender ourselves to Jesus, acknowledge His sacrifice, and…

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1 Samuel 14:6 Faith And Trust

James Smith preaches on the story of Jonathan and his armor-bearer, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's omnipotence and venturing out in faith, believing that nothing is too har…

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Isaiah 9:6 Redeeming Love

James Smith preaches about the unparalleled love of Jesus, who willingly gave Himself for us, the most vile and degraded of His creatures, to redeem us from sin and purify us as His own pecu…

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Psalm 51:17 True Religion

James Smith preaches on the essence of true religion, emphasizing that it involves a deep knowledge of God, union with God, and consecration to God. He explains that real religion consists o…

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Deuteronomy 31:6 Faith And Trust

James Smith preaches on the importance of remembering the Lord in times of trial, encouraging believers to focus on God's greatness and to fight for their families and homes. He emphasizes t…

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John 15:15 Christian Friendship

James Smith preaches about the importance of securing Christ as our friend, emphasizing the peace, confidence, and joy that come from having a close relationship with Jesus, especially in ti…

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Galatians 2:20 Spiritual Warfare

James Smith preaches about the believer's struggle with sin, self, and Satan, emphasizing the daily battle against these enemies within and without. He highlights the believer's longing for …

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Psalm 39:12 Eternal Home

James Smith preaches about the journey of faith that believers are on, likening them to pilgrims and strangers in this world, facing trials and temptations along the way. Despite the challen…

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Psalm 73:26 God Our Portion

James Smith preaches on the privilege of having God as our portion, emphasizing that while others may boast of their possessions and wealth which are limited and temporary, as Christians, we…

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Psalm 71:17 Eternal Life

James Smith preaches about the journey of the aged Christian nearing the end of life, on the border of the promised land, where they will soon depart to be with the Lord. Reflecting on past …

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Psalm 51:10 Sin And Consequences

James Smith preaches about the bitterness of sin, emphasizing that sin is not only dangerous but also bitter in nature and effects. Sin is a departure, opposition, and rebellion against God,…

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John 8:44 Spiritual Birth

James Smith preaches about the distinction between the children of God and the children of the devil. The children of God are born again of incorruptible seed, led by the Holy Spirit to conf…

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Genesis 43:18 Fear Of God

James Smith preaches about the importance of the fear of God as a preservative against apostasy, highlighting how believers throughout history have found it to be a preventative to many sins…

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Psalm 42:5-6 Spiritual Struggle

James Smith preaches about the struggles of feeling cast down due to our imperfections, shortcomings, and sins, which can lead to self-pity and doubt. He emphasizes the importance of confess…

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Isaiah 48:10 Election

James Smith preaches on the astonishing grace of God in choosing sinners to be holy and blameless in His sight before the foundation of the world. He marvels at the fact that God's attention…

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Psalm 147:3 Jesus Christ

James Smith preaches about the fame of Jesus, highlighting His love for sinners, His skill in healing, His condescension to the poor and wretched, and the everlasting honor He deserves. Smit…

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Isaiah 30:33 Eternal Judgment

James Smith preaches a solemn sermon on the threatenings of God, emphasizing the seriousness of sin and the certainty of God's wrath. He warns about the dangers of hypocrisy, highlighting th…

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Matthew 11:28 Eternal Salvation

James Smith preaches about the importance of securing the salvation of our souls by entrusting them to Jesus. He emphasizes that while we may lose many things in life, the most crucial thing…

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Psalm 33:12 Eternal Election

James Smith preaches about the representation of the Lord Jesus Christ as a Lamb in Scripture, symbolizing His sacrifice for sin and His role in taking away the sins of the world. The sermon…

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Deuteronomy 8:2 Trials And Tribulations

James Smith preaches about the purpose of trials and tribulations in humbling believers, emphasizing the need to submit to God's will and depend on Him completely. He explains that God uses …

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Matthew 1:21 Jesus Christ

James Smith preaches on the significance of the name 'Jesus' as the Savior who came to save His people from their sins. He emphasizes that Jesus had a definite people in mind, a specific wor…

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1 Kings 20:15 Spiritual Warfare

James Smith preaches on the victory of the Israelites over the powerful army of Benhadad, highlighting how God sympathized with them despite their sins and delivered them. He emphasizes the …

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John 14:6 Jesus Christ

James Smith preaches on the essential role of Jesus Christ as the one and only Mediator between God and humanity. Sin has separated God and man, and only through a Mediator can reconciliatio…

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Isaiah 62:4 Christology

James Smith preaches about the glorious person of the Lord Jesus Christ, who is both fully God and fully man, possessing all divine attributes and essential human properties. Through Jesus, …

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Proverbs 30:12 Sin And Redemption

James Smith preaches about Jesus as the compassionate physician for sin-sick souls, emphasizing that those who recognize their spiritual sickness and need for healing are the ones who will s…

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Isaiah 40:4 Divine Power

James Smith preaches on the all-subduing power of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need for divine power in all aspects of life. He encourages believers to trust in Jesus' ability to subdue all…

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Proverbs 16:7 Pleasing God

James Smith preaches on the importance of aiming to please God in every aspect of our lives, emphasizing that as Christians, our daily goal should be to seek God's approval in all that we th…

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Psalm 139:8 Eternal Judgment

James Smith preaches about the consequences of our actions in this life and how they will be reaped in eternity. He emphasizes that eternal life is a gift from God, while eternal punishment …

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Psalm 5:12 Righteous Living

James Smith preaches on the blessings of the righteous as highlighted in Psalms 5:12. He emphasizes the importance of seeking close communion with God, striving for sincerity, sanctification…

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Matthew 28:19 Loving Jesus

James Smith preaches on the profound question 'Do you love Me?' posed by Jesus in John 21:17. He emphasizes the importance of loving and serving Jesus wholeheartedly, acknowledging our tende…

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Psalm 51:17 Gods Blessings

James Smith preaches on God's promise to bless His people, focusing on the blessings of a broken heart for sin, faith in Jesus, a spirit of prayer, and a sense of the value of God's blessing…

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Psalm 1:5 Christian Living

James Smith preaches about the characteristics and lifestyle of a true Christian who is born from above, partakes of the divine nature, and is taught by the Holy Spirit. This individual ackn…

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Salvation Through Christ

James Smith preaches about the darkness of the Gentiles who turned away from the knowledge of God, leading to a state of ignorance, guilt, misery, and cruelty. Despite this, God, in His grac…

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Psalm 55:22 Spiritual Growth

James Smith preaches about the importance of recognizing spiritual disorders such as sin, fear, anxious care, and spiritual weakness, and emphasizes the need for the true remedy for each of …

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Ecclesiastes 9:10 Eternal Life

James Smith delivers a powerful sermon reflecting on the brevity of life and the certainty of death, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for eternity. He highlights the significance…

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Proverbs 16:7 Pleasing God

James Smith preaches on the importance of living a life that pleases the Lord, emphasizing the need to detach from worldly desires and focus on seeking to please God above all else. He highl…

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Psalm 34:9 Spiritual Poverty

James Smith preaches about the contrasting realities of the lost sinner and the Lord's people. The lost sinner is spiritually poor, lacking God's comfort, Savior, guidance, and peace, while …

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Job 23:12 Bible Authority

James Smith preaches on the divine nature of the Bible, emphasizing its origin as God-breathed and its usefulness for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. The Scrip…

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Mark 16:15 Christian Zeal

James Smith preaches on the importance of being zealous for the Lord, emphasizing Jesus' zeal for us and how we should reciprocate that zeal in our lives. He urges believers to be zealous fo…

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Acts 14:3 Divine Grace

James Smith preaches about the true grace of God, emphasizing that it is the free, sovereign, and eternal favor of God towards sinners in Christ. The Father chooses, the Son redeems, and the…

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Psalm 118:13 Faithful Stewardship

James Smith preaches about the importance of being zealous for the truth of the gospel, living in earnest, and adorning the teaching of God with a consistent and holy walk. He emphasizes the…

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Psalm 34:17 Prayer In Trouble

James Smith preaches on the divine promise in Psalms 50:15, emphasizing the believer's journey through trouble, the constant privilege of prayer, and the future prospect of deliverance. He h…

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Isaiah 30:15 Faith And Trust

James Smith preaches on the importance of waiting on the Lord in all circumstances, emphasizing the need for believers to trust in God's provision, guidance, and protection. He encourages be…

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Deuteronomy 2:7 Faith Journey

James Smith preaches about the believer's journey through the world towards the promised rest, likening it to Israel's journey from Egypt to Canaan. He emphasizes the need to walk by faith, …

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Matthew 7:13 Christ's Love

James Smith preaches about the reciprocal love and interest between Christ and His people, emphasizing the Christian's significance to Christ despite imperfections. Believers are the purchas…

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Matthew 18:3 Spiritual Conversion

James Smith preaches on the profound transformation that occurs in conversion, where the soul turns from error to truth, sin to holiness, works to Jesus, and Satan to God. This change involv…

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Deuteronomy 32:10 Gods Mercy

James Smith preaches about Israel's history, highlighting the wonders of God's grace and the wonders of sin. He emphasizes how God found and rescued His people from a desert land, just as He…

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John 14:6 Eternal Life

James Smith preaches about the final conflict of death that each person must face alone, emphasizing the importance of being prepared to conquer death through faith in Jesus Christ. He contr…

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John 6:37 Salvation By Faith

James Smith preaches about a girl named Mary who, despite being amiable and moral, struggled with the total depravity of her heart and felt condemned by God. After a long period of desponden…

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