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  • Michael Catt avatar

    Fighters Vs. Flyers Series

    Contributed by Michael Catt on May 31, 2012
    based on 25 ratings
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    We must fight against evil and against complacency and fear. We must flee from evil and protect our kids.

    INTRODUCTION In the animal kingdom, the fight-or-flight response involves stress. Animals are inclined to fight or flee impending dangers such as predators and environmental stressors. For humans, the response is based upon an infinite number of factors, from fears to friends, from habits to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    David's Five Stones

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 16, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
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    The sermon reveals the stones David picked up and what was written on each that gave him the courage to face the giant.

    Five Smooth Stones of Faith. 1 Samuel 17:40 1. First Smooth Stone David used had written on it “Fear NOT” . 23Goliath, the Philistine champion from Gath, stepped out from his lines and shouted his usual defiance, and David heard it 26Who is this uncircumcised Philistine ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Man Up!

    Contributed by Edwin Crozier on Sep 20, 2013
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    This sermon examines the account of David defeating Goliath to see what kind of man God is looking for.

    Introduction: What is the most scared you have ever been? Think about that time for a moment. Perhaps you can begin to understand how the Israelites feel in I Samuel 17 every morning when Goliath steps out onto the battlefield and cries, “I defy the ranks of Israel this day. Give me a man, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Is There Not A Cause?" Series

    Contributed by Tony Santucci on Nov 9, 2013
     | 5,809 views

    This message is dedicated to encouraging people to become active in their churches, including people in the Five Fold Ministry.

    David left the house to deliver the corn, bread, and cheese to where the army was. He arrived, and gave them the food. The army was afraid of Goliath the giant. They were hiding. David had a different plan. To him the size of the battle wasn’t the issue. Doing the battle no matter what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Shaq-Sized Problems Require God-Sized Miracles

    Contributed by Travis Hearn on Nov 27, 2013
     | 7,570 views

    WHAT IS YOUR GIANT TODAY? Your marriage? Your health? Your finances? Your career? Your children or parents? What is your giant? Throw God in the face of your giant. Pray the scriptures. Stand on the promises of God.

    Shaq is a personal friend of mine. I had the privilege of being his team pastor for the 2 years he was with the Suns. But I remember when I first saw him and met him in person… About 10 years ago - I was down at the arena for Phoenix Suns chapel and I was going through my normal pregame ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Claim The Name Series

    Contributed by Tim Pollock on Aug 20, 2015
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     | 6,368 views

    Many Christians live unhappy, fruitless, worried and negative lives. But God’s plan is exactly opposite, He wants His children not just to achieve victory, but LIVE in it! Scripture provides 3 keys to winning in life.

    # 2 CLAIMING THE NAME There are unseen, evil forces that are constantly around us. And while they are unseen they are certainly not unreal. The devil, our own flesh and the world, are constantly trying to steal away any contentment there is. There's an orchestrated, a 6000 year-old conspiracy by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Agents Of Grace: Goliath Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 13, 2015
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    God used Goliath to catapult David into fame so that he would bring glory to God's name. (Sermon series based on the book, "Agents of Grace" by Robert Koester.)

    Will you play a little game with me? I call it “Declare the Pair.” If I say, “bacon” I want you to declare its pair or partner. So in the case of bacon you might say “eggs.” Bacon and eggs are a recognized pair on any breakfast table. What about these? ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Killing Giants Series

    Contributed by James D. Thornber on Dec 10, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,797 views

    Everyone will face giants. But God has prepared us to take down every giant we meet.

    Killing Giants 1 Samuel 17 No matter how long you’ve been a Christian or how much faith you possess, you will still have opposition in your life. You can be the nicest, sweetest, gentlest, kindest and most caring individual the world has ever seen, and there will still be somebody the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Your Giant Problems

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014
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    God will help us stand and face our giants just like He helped David! David’s giant problem teaches us how to face our own giant problems.

    Facing Your Giant Problems Scripture: 1 Samuel 17 1 Samuel 17:1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Socoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Socoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled and camped in the Valley of Elah and drew up their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Confronting Your Ten Foot Challenge With Grace Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014
     | 6,749 views

    A message to help people identify their most difficult challenge in life right now and to approach it unafraid and with the Lord’s empowerment

    Today we are introducing a new series entitled “Lessons for Life from the Shepherd King.” In other words, for the next 4 weeks, we’re going to be looking into a few scenes from the life of David. Poet, shepherd, musician, singer, statesman, warrior - King David is more than just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Your Giants, Breaking The Chains

    Contributed by Wayne Doyle on Feb 13, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,962 views

    So many Families in the body of Christ seem to be under attack by the enemy, whose goal is destroy their Faith.

    Sermon - Facing Your Giants , Breaking the Chains Scripture reading: 1 Samuel 17:4-49 Heb 12 : 1-6 While this story is over 3000+ years old. We can still learn from it. Goliath was this HUGE giant over 9 feet tall and everyone was afraid of him. Obviously, he seemed invincible and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Winning The Battle Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 21, 2015
     | 6,876 views

    How do we finish the battle?

    We will finish today the story of David versus Goliath. We noted how to prepare for battle, having confidence in battle, and today we will note winning the battle! Let us note that you can be well prepared and have all the confidence in the world to do something, but as in the case of David to an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    What Is In Your Hand? (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,753 views

    Can you see the situation more clearly from God's vantage point? Do you need to take courageous action in the face of insults and fearful circumstances? Do you trust that God will give you victory? Remember, God's opinion is the only one that matters.

    Opening illustration: In July 1947, the British Navy was confronted by a defiant but unarmed ship of Jewish refugees - Holocaust survivors - who were intent on emigrating to colonial Palestine. As Robert Mackey explains on the New York Times' Lede Blog, the Brits responded to the incursion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Defeating Goliath's

    Contributed by Tamela Walker on Oct 8, 2014
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    Overcoming Obstacles in our life with the 5 smooth stones (FAITH) and a sling (GOD)

    1 Samuel 17:27-50 Defeating Goliath's Over the years we all have read the scriptures of David and Goliath. and that very task of this young David defeating such a man elevated him to be the great King of Gods people. But the one important fact that made David such a success is not only that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Slaying Your Giants

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Oct 17, 2014
     | 13,251 views

    A look at a few stones we can use to slay the giants in our lives.

    Trials and difficult situations are facts of life.  Many times, we find ourselves face to face with giants – problems that seem overwhelming to us.  These could be problems at home, with relationships, or other difficult circumstances. We need to know how to respond to every threat by laying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist