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  • Kirk DeVine avatar

    I'm Coming Out Of The Rubble!

    Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 19, 2006
    based on 76 ratings
     | 31,238 views

    We have everything we need to acheive victory over the enemy. It’s time for us apply the principles of God’s Word to ensure that victory.

    Jul-06 I’M COMING OUT OF THE RUBBLE 2 CORINTHINIANS 4:7-15 Intro: There is and old saying that says, “Anything worth having is worth (working) fighting for…” You need to understand that this fight is a fight that the enemy does not want you to win… That’s why he is constantly attacking you on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Power In Reserve

    Contributed by James May on Aug 27, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,806 views

    We have power in reserve, through the Lord Jesus Christ, to overcome every trial and persecution. God will see us through.

    Power in Reserve By Pastor Jim May It seems that there is never a day when we do not hear of someone who is having some problems. Just this week we have seen several of our own church family who have had some hard times. Two of the ladies have had to have surgery. I’m glad to say that both are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When It Doesn't Make Sense, Does That Make It Senseless

    Contributed by Joe Robbins on Mar 7, 2009
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     | 5,495 views

    Why do we try to figure out how God works?, instead of just trusting He know best.

    "When It Doesn’t Make Sense, Does That Make It Senseless?" 2 Corinthians 4:8,9 How do we as Christians in this world make any sense out of what makes no sense? How do we cope with things in our lives that just don’t make sense? There are 4 steps that we must take in this situation. 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Keeping Faith When The Glow Is Gone

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 21, 2009
     | 9,345 views

    God wants us to rise and shine rather than succomb to the darkness.

    Title: Keeping Faith When the Glow is Gone Text: II Corinthians 4:1-6 (Mark 9:2-9) Thesis: God wants us to rise and shine rather than succumb to the darkness. Introduction: It has been a busy week for Colorado state high school wrestling fans as 2a through 5a division wrestlers have vied for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Robert Drake avatar

    Coming Clean For Christ

    Contributed by Robert Drake on Feb 21, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,133 views

    If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian?

    Coming Clean for Christ - 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 If the LMPD received orders from the Supreme Court to arrest all Christians, would they find enough evidence to convict you of being a Christian? There’s an old Gospel song by Grammy Award Winner Larnell Harris that asks the question, “Would they find ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have See His Glory!

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,316 views

    We Have See His Glory! 1) By God’s grace 2) Through the gospel

    It must have been an awesome sight. Can you imagine it, standing there with Peter, James, and John on that mountain when suddenly Jesus starts glowing and then blazing before your very eyes? John was treated to that sight again on the island of Patmos. What an encouragement that must have been for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Vessels, Vessels, Vessels

    Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jul 22, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 27,062 views

    This sermon explores the concept of treasure in earthen vessels, within the concept of preaching the gospel

    This message is about vessels! I am sure you must have guessed from the title. Our main bible text is from 2 Corinthians 4: 7-9: But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us. We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What It Takes To Be A Soul Survivor Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Terry Jones on May 10, 2008
     | 3,786 views

    Surviving today requires that believers develop a godly mentality, a strategic plan and an understanding of the spiritual tools given to us by the Holy Spirit. Survival requires dedication to press in to God and in following His lead. In part 2 of this

    What it takes to be a Soul Survivor Soul Survivor Pt. 2 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11 We looked last week at, in my opinion, one of the greatest biblical examples of survival recorded in history, - Job. We’ll be coming back to Job throughout our journey to becoming a Soul Survivor but today, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

    Contributed by Karl Perry on Dec 31, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 63,415 views

    It’s good to know that it does not matter how many times we get knocked down, just as long as we get up again? And the good thing about this is the fact that when we do get back up, we may not have our full balance and composure, but just the mere effort

    “KNOCKED DOWN, BUT NOT KNOCKED OUT!!” II CORINTHIANS 4:8-9 8. We may be troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9. Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed. In the sport of boxing there are all kinds of ways that a boxer can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Remember Your Resources

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 6, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,659 views

    It is so easy to be unhappy with who we are. We don’t have to look far before we find people who are better looking, or those who have winning personalities, or those who are smarter or better educated, or those who have more money. We must learn that Go

    Remember Your Resources II Corinthians 4:6-12 Purpose: To remind Christians of the great worth they have in Christ. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in what God enables us to do and be greatly encouraged to attempt great things for God. INTRODUCTION: It is so easy to be unhappy with who we ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jars Of Treasure

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,749 views

    We are earthen vessels in whom God lives and through whom God is seen.

    Title: Jars of Treasure Text: II Corinthians 4:7-12 Thesis: We are “Jars of Clay” in whom God lives and through whom God is seen. A steward is someone entrusted with the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care. (Merriam Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, Tenth ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "I Have A Dream To A Right To Life."

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 22, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,738 views

    We need to decide in America to choose life over death!

    Opening Illustration from Bella: Eduardos Story I HAVE A DREAM OF THE RIGHT TO LIFE! I am happy to present to you this day, a Pro-life message and a vision for tomorrow for this Nation Under God. Let us remember that on January 22, 1973 abortion was made legal by the Roe vs. Wade decision of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Imperfect People Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 6, 2016
     | 11,102 views

    We hold a holy treasure in clay pots, but that's all that's needed to share the gospel and honor God.

    2 Corinthians 4:1-15 “Imperfect People” INTRODUCTION Many illustrations are used to explain the deep truths of God’s grace and our lives as Christians. In the thirteenth chapter of Matthew Jesus explains to his disciples that God’s kingdom is like a mustard seed (vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Basehore avatar

    The Truth About Christmas Carols

    Contributed by Paul Basehore on Dec 1, 2015
     | 25,063 views

    Jesus is the reason for the season, and because of that everything about this season can point back to Him in some way.

    The Truth About Christmas Carols Now that Thanksgiving has passed, we’re starting to hear Christmas carols everywhere. Radio stations have them on 24/7, we hear them in movies and on TV; it’s getting harder and harder to find some sort of media that doesn’t have Christmas carols ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rainer Reddy avatar

    Get Back On Your Feet...the Fight Is Not Over Yet

    Contributed by Rainer Reddy on Dec 26, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 29,591 views

    We are never defeated because Jesus is in our corner.

    Text: 2 Corinthians 4: 8 – 9 : ” We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” Theme: Get back on your feet…the fight is not over yet! Introduction: - On the night of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic