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  • Daren Mitchell avatar

    Don't Be Deceived

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 22, 2012
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    In order to understand how we can be deceived by the Evil one we need to take a note from Joshua and learn from his experience.

    Don't Be Deceived Joshua 9 There is a theme in this story that applies to every human life: Deception Ephesians 6:12 says, “we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Overcome Evil With Good Instead Of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 5, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,006 views

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 Quote:184. "Faith enables us to understand what God does. Faith enables us to see what others cannot see. As a result, faith enables us to do what others cannot do."(Wiersbe, 318) Overcome: From the Greek word nikao ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Breaking The Shackles Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 5, 2016
     | 10,194 views

    We ask that the Lord protect and deliver us from evil. We do this not fully understanding the extent to which evil has enslaved us.

    Matthew 6:13; Mark 5:1-15 “Breaking the Shackles” INTRODUCTION We come to the end of our reflections on The Lord’s Prayer. We started off realizing that when we pray for God’s kingdom to come and God’s will to be done we are praying that we will live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Learning From Our Conflicts Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Nov 16, 2015
     | 6,116 views

    In this message, we will learn that the heart is the source of all evil desires, conflicts, rivalries, and all selfish ambitions. When we resolve the root cause of the conflict, we can solve the problem. Only Christ can transform our hearts.

    Wars and conflicts are everywhere especially clearer when you read the online newspapers. There is conflict among nations, among races, among politicians, even among religious beliefs. Those conflicts are rooted to so much hatred, antagonism, bitterness and hostilities. In addition, hot tempered ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Safe From Secret Traps Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 29, 2020
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     | 4,591 views

    Unknowingly we walk into traps that the evil one sets for us. The traps of offence are well hidden. It happens everywhere, at home, at office and even at Church..... Here is a great message on identifying such traps and escaping them in order to save our souls.

    Keep me Safe from Secret Traps We read in Psalm 91:3, “The Lord will keep you safe from secret traps and deadly diseases.” (CEV) In this study we will meditate on this part of the verse mentioned above, where the Lord assures us that He is able to keep us safe from falling into secret traps. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Are Politics Mentioned In The Bible? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 990 views

    Explore the intersection of faith, morality, and politics, emphasizing the importance of discernment and the courage to uphold biblical truth, even when it contradicts popular opinion.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving headfirst into a topic that often ruffles feathers but is of utmost importance - the intersection of faith, morality, and politics. We'll be exploring the Bible's stern warning against confusing good with evil, the responsibility that falls upon us ...read more

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    The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares. Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Sep 19, 2019
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     | 16,382 views

    The Parable of the wheat and the tares or Satan in the Kingdom.” This parable comes just after the parable of the sower.

    Tares among the wheat The Parable of the wheat and the tares or Satan in the Kingdom.” Matt. 13:24-30; 36-43. Christ gave this parable immediately following the parable of the sower. Notice what He said: “Another parable He put forth to them, saying: ‘The kingdom of heaven is like a man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Eat The Food Of The Evil Eye

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2016
     | 5,828 views

    To show that all people are created by GOD and is to be accepted and shared with GOD's WORDS.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you look at people filled with criticism? No. I looked at them as perfect people because they are created by GOD. Colossians 3:10 (Amplified Bible) And have clothed yourselves with the new [spiritual self], which is [ever in the process of being] renewed and remolded into [fuller ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mga Paa Na Matulin Sa Pagtakbo Sa Kasamaan

    Contributed by James Dina on Aug 7, 2020
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    Sumpain ang mga gumagawa ng kamalian, sapagkat tatawagin silang mga anak ng diyablo. Pagnilayan ang landas ng iyong mga paa; pagkatapos ang lahat ng iyong mga paraan ay magiging sigurado. Huwag lumipat sa kanang kamay o sa kaliwa; ilayo ang iyong paa sa kasamaan.

    Mga paa na matulin sa pagtakbo sa kasamaan "Ang anim na bagay na kinamumuhian ng Panginoon, oo, pito ay kasuklamsuklam sa kanya: Isang mapagmataas na pagtingin, Isang sinungaling na dila, Mga kamay na nagbuhos ng dugo na walang kasalanan, Isang puso na naglilikha ng masamang balak, Talampas ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Fasting

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,258 views

    Did you ever realize that it was food that caused the fall of man? Fasting therefore involves abstaining from food that caused our fall and the receiving of a sinful nature.

    The Power of Fasting Ministered by Pastor Harold F. Weitsz – Sunday 14 January 2007 Gen 3:1-10 NKJV Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said to the woman, "Has God indeed said, ’You shall not eat of every tree of the garden’?" 2 And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dialing 911 Daily Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 17, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,753 views

    Sermon on the Seventh Petition of the Lord's Prayer: Deliver Us from Evil.

    Have you ever dialled 911 by mistake? I have. When I realized it I hung up quickly – hands sweaty, heart thumping sure fire trucks were going to show up on my front doorstep followed by a police car to haul me away when they realized there was no emergency. It’s nice to know that we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Unlocking Blessings: A Lesson From Jabez SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,648 views

    Jabez's prayer is a powerful example of seeking God's blessings, expansion, guidance, and protection from evil. This sermon explores how we can apply his prayer in our lives.

    Today, we will explore the prayer of Jabez found in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10. Jabez, despite his challenging upbringing, stood out as an honorable man. His prayer has been widely discussed and admired throughout history. Let's examine this prayer in four parts and understand why it resonates with ...read more

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    Keeping Promises

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2010
    based on 23 ratings
     | 9,677 views

    In O.T. times some Israelites made vows to God. Definition: Vows are commitments to God to perform some duty or abstain from some activity.

    Gal 3:15 Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto. Gal 3:16 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Lesson On Fasting PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 96 views

    True fasting is not just abstaining from food, but actively pursuing justice, compassion, and mercy, reflecting God’s heart through tangible love for others.

    Friends, welcome. Some of us have come with a holy hunger today. Not just the kind that rumbles in our stomachs, but the kind that aches in our souls—the ache for God to be near, to make things right, to make us whole. If your heart feels weary or your prayers feel thin, take courage. The God who ...read more

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    Called To Serve In Lent

    Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,969 views

    Designed to challenge those who abstain, instead of giving up something, take something up!

    Each of us in our daily lives, succumbs to some form of temptation, be it by overeating, drinking too much, smoking too much. Some of us are even tempted by the famous seven deadly sins; sloth, lust, gluttony, pride, envy and anger. Think about it, how many of us are so used to using a remote ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational