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  • Michael Stark avatar

    When Nations Are Shaken

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 3, 2016
     | 7,212 views

    When threatened by hostile states, how shall a nation respond? And who shall lead the nation to deliverance?

    “The LORD brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; he frustrates the plans of the peoples. The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the plans of his heart to all generations. Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage! The LORD looks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is God When I Hurt? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,840 views

    1 Peter is a book about suffering. It’s about how to live in a hostile culture for faith.

    A pastor is cutting his front lawn. He looks up from mowing to see a dump truck back out of his neighbor’s driveway. Yet, the large truck backed over his neighbor’s eighteen month old son. The little boy had been squatting behind the truck’s huge tire. The pastor joined the boy’s hysterical mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Meeting Of The East And West Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 24, 2024
     | 691 views

    The meeting of the east and west is always a conflict rather than a conjunction of the two. The west claims the political power, and the east claims the knowledge and wisdom. Jesus brings all together. He is the Prince of Peace.

    Theme: Born to Give Text: Matthew 2:1-12   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever.   Introduction: The image of the wise men on the Christmas cards, the visit of the Magi scene in Christmas play are different from what we are told in the Bible. Matthew commences his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Dealing With Bitterness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 872 views

    Bitterness is a weight that God never intended us to carry. It corrupts the heart, poisons relationships, and hinders destiny. But through Christ, we have the power to overcome it.

    DEALING WITH BITTERNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:15 (KJV): "Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;" Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:31, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dealing With Attackers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 21, 2025
     | 1,233 views

    Many times, attacks come when we are making progress in our walk with God or stepping into new levels of breakthrough. The enemy fights hard to resist those who are determined to fulfill God’s purpose. However, the Bible assures us that no weapon formed against us shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).

    DEALING WITH ATTACKERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 35:1-8, Exodus 14:14, 2 Chronicles 20:15, Ephesians 6:12, Romans 12:19 INTRODUCTION Every believer will face attacks in one form or another. These attacks may come from people, circumstances, or even ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    "No Compromise” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,917 views

    We are living in a society that is increasingly becoming more hostile to the gospel of Jesus Christ in general and to Christians in particular.

    OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Daniel 3 & Ezekiel 28 1. A few years have passed between Chapters 2 & 3 a. Some estimate as much as 20 years have gone by. b. And with the passing time, things have changed. REMEMBER: It was back in CH2 that Nebuchadnezzar had a dream that troubled him greatly! • He called all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    10. The Question Of Natural Evil Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,899 views

    Dark forces in opposition to God ruled the natural world outside the Garden of Eden

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE – 10 – THE QUESTION OF NATURAL EVIL] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Allan Quak avatar

    The Dishonest Manager Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 10, 2020
     | 5,858 views

    Through this puzzling parable Jesus teaches disciples to act shrewdly by taking worldly examples bold and decisive action and learning from them. With the purpose of making a greater contribute towards eternity.

    Message Luke 16:1-9 The Dishonest Steward The parable we are about to read is universally considered to be the one of the most puzzling parables of Jesus. Let’s read the parable first and then think about some of our reactions. Read Luke 16:1-13 That is some pretty shady activity. Even after he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Be Ready To Defend Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 873 views

    The world is full of questions. Some ask with curiosity, others with skepticism, and still others with outright hostility. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to be ready to respond. Our faith should not only be lived out but also defended with wisdom and grace.

    Go! And Be Ready to Defend Your Faith Introduction: A Call to Stand Firm The world is full of questions. Some ask with curiosity, others with skepticism, and still others with outright hostility. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to be ready to respond. 1 Peter 3:15 (NLT) instructs ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Should We Avoid Being Conformed To The Pattern Of This World? (Rom. 12:

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 50,469 views

    How Should We Avoid Being Conformed to the Pattern of This World? (Rom. 12:2)

    How Should We Avoid Being Conformed to the Pattern of This World? (Rom. 12:2) There is always a danger of giving in to the temptations of the world to just feel like being “normal” in our modern society. Today it is easier to try to fit in, blend in and give in to the popular trends in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Compassion: 'the King's Reply'

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,960 views

    God wants us to care about whats happening to others in our world

    By Garrett Edwards Every year around this time, people start thinking about what kinds of things they will be willing to sacrifice for world vision’s 40 hour famine. People, churches, youth groups, schools, businesses, if they are so inclined, ask for a little booklet from world vision and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Tests Of Real Religion Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 26 ratings
     | 15,611 views

    Receptivity to the Word & responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender in obedience to & constant practice of the Word. For inner spiritual devotion to Christ as Lord will be demonstrated by me

    JAMES 1:26-27 THE TESTS OF REAL RELIGION We have been studying about being receptive to the Word and responsive to its teachings. Receptivity to the Word and responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender to obedience and constant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rusty Tardo avatar

    The Nature Of Angels No. 1 Series

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,752 views

    This is an in-depth, Biblical study of angels, demons and satan. Profitable for every Christian; essential for every minister!

    ANGELOLOGY #1 The Doctrine of Angels The Nature of Angels #1 Dr. Russell K. Tardo This message is the first in a series of studies of angels, demons and Satan. It will be an interesting and very profitable study, and an important subject on which to concentrate. Much has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Doctrine Of Angels #3 Series

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on May 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,825 views

    This study covers the Ministry of God’s Holy Angels, as depicted in the Bible. What do angels actually do? Vital studies for all Ministers!

    ANGELOLOGY The Doctrine of Angels #3 The Ministry of Angels Dr. Russell K. Tardo In this series the nature of angels has been examined. To review, the angels are created beings, spiritual beings, personal beings, super-human in strength and intelligence. Angels are an order of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Soups, Sheets, And Socks

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,933 views

    In support of a drive to collect items for a missions organization: genuine spiritual feeling comes when we deal with the real world and provide food, shelter, and clothing to the needy.

    Let’s suppose that this is God’s issue of Time magazine. Someone has sent God a lifetime subscription to Time magazine; I guess you would have to say an eternity-time subscription. And when God’s Time magazine arrives ... by the way, do you know God’s zip code? You don’t think God has a zip code? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist