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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Journey Of Grace

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 12, 2021
     | 3,458 views

    Everyone loves living on the mountaintop but we soon realize that lie is a journey. The Lord desires to journey with us. His grace is sufficient and is active in our lives even while we are yet sinners to bring us into a saving grace with Him.

    Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Authority Of His Church—forever Presence.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 1, 2021
     | 1,527 views

    How important is the body? Jesus won’t function without His hands and feet. The head is just a head. It takes an active body. Finally, the head wants to call the shots therefore, His body has to learn to flow with the head.

    The Authority Of His Church—Forever Presence. Matthew 28:18-20TPT Upon Peters confession that Jesus was the Christ, the Son of the Living God. Jesus made this proclamation over His church (the body of Christ), “By saying, that Jesus is the Christ, the son of the living God.” Upon Peters answer, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 1, 2024
     | 1,914 views

    Fellowship was more than just an activity for the early Christians—it was a way of life that fostered deep connections, mutual support, and spiritual growth. Through fellowship, including shared meals, prayer, and encouragement, the early church thrived in unity and love.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Community — Church Fuel 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2, NIV1984) The unity that was present in the early church puts our world today to shame. Political Opponents Finish Debate ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Demons Will Flee

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,577 views

    This message looks at two "demon-possessed" men, discusses the translation "demonized," and provides a spiritual application on how to recognize the devil's activity, overcome Satan's attacks, and find deliverance.

    I want to get us started with some observations and an illustration by Neil T. Anderson, the president of Freedom in Christ Ministries. He says, “Psychologists and psychiatrists routinely see patients who are hearing voices: chemical imbalance is the standard diagnosis . . . But how can a chemical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mercy That Speaks In Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 377 views

    The mercy of God is not abstract—it is active, present, and powerful even in our most trying seasons. When crisis comes, we do not rely on our strength, wisdom, or righteousness. We lean wholly on the mercy of God that does not fail.

    MERCY THAT SPEAKS IN CRISIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 86:15, Hebrews 4:16, Jonah 2:1-10, Luke 18:13-14, Romans 9:15-16 INTRODUCTION: In times of crisis, when all hope seems lost and everything around us crumbles, there is one divine attribute ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Be Free In 2003 Part 2

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 2,390 views

    We need to be free in 2003 with our financial resources and make sure we are pressing to become debt free! We must actively and ruthlessly root out the weed of greed in our lives. We should seek to be debt free in 2003.

    Series: Be Free in 2003 part 2 Thesis: We need to be free in 2003 with our financial resources and make sure we are pressing to become debt free! We must actively and ruthlessly root out the weed of greed in our lives. We should seek to be debt free in 2003. Opening Illustration: from Shindler’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Halfway Boulevard

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,704 views

    Paul wasn’t ASHAMED of the GOSPEL, Paul didn’t ARGUE with GOD, Paul wasn’t AFRAID of a GOAL. How to get off "Halfway Blvd." and relocate to the corner of "Busy Street" and "Active Avenue". Free Powerpoint template at website.

    Halfway Boulevard Acts 20:24 Powerpoint Template at: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HalfwayBlvd.html "But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Your Busy Schedule A Break With Jesus.

    Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 21, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,436 views

    How chaotic is your life? Are you running around every day between jobs and kids and activities? Do you wish you had quiet time with the Lord, and wonder why you never seem to get it? Then this message is for you!

    Text Galatians 1:11-24 Title: Give your busy schedule a break with Jesus. Rev. Douglas W. Koehler Bethlehem Lutheran Church How chaotic is your life? Are you running around every day between jobs and kids and activities? Do you wish you had quiet time with the Lord, and wonder why you never seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    On Fire

    Contributed by Ted Mulder on Nov 13, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,476 views

    The Word of God is Alive, Active, on Fire! This message is about how Jesus used the Word of God to fire up the 2 discourage disciples on the road to Emmaus! If you are looking for a message to encourage people to Read The Bible - this could be what you ar

    Why Read The Bible? Many of you have probably have had this experience. You know someone who was once fired up for Jesus and over the years they have lost that excitement. They would read their Bible, pray, and attend church and now they have lost their passion. Possibly, this has happened to you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Motivation For Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 14, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,908 views

    MOTIVATIONS COME IN MANY FORMS; FEAR OF PUNISHMENT IS AN OBVIOUS EXAMPLE. ANOTHER WOULD BE THE PERSONAL BENEFITS. HERE IN THIS PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE, PAUL LAYS OUT FOR US OUR MOTIVATION FOR CHRIST-LIKE ACTIVITY, AND BIBLICAL OBEDIENCE. SIMPLY PUT, WE SH

    THE NUTS AND BOLTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP THE MOTIVATION FOR STEWARDSHIP 2 CORINTHIANS 5:14-15 (NIV) 14 FOR CHRIST’S LOVE COMPELS US, BECAUSE WE ARE CONVINCED THAT ONE DIED FOR ALL, AND THEREFORE ALL DIED. 15 AND HE DIED FOR ALL, THAT THOSE WHO LIVE SHOULD NO LONGER LIVE FOR THEMSELVES BUT FOR HIM WHO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D Marion Clark avatar

    Living To The Praise Of God Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 14, 2012
     | 4,202 views

    We’ve been learning about how to live in a nonChristian world. Our present text instructs us on how to live in a Christian community. Peter denotes both the activities and the attitude necessary for Christian community that glorifies God.

    Introduction We’ve been learning about how to live in a nonChristian world. Our present text instructs us on how to live in a Christian community. Peter denotes both the activities and the attitude necessary for Christian community that glorifies God. Alert Prayer The end of all things ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Responding To Opposition Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,291 views

    THE PASSAGE BEFORE US THIS MORNING IS THE RESULT OF ACTIVITIES IN THE PREVIOUS CHAPTER. IF YOU WERE TO FLIP THE PAGE BACK INTO CHAPTER 3, YOU WOULD SEE THAT PETER AND JOHN, WHILE WALKING UP TO THE TEMPLE, ENCOUNTER A MAN WHO CANNOT WALK, AND THROUGH THE

    RESPONDING TO OPPOSITION ACTS 4:16-22 Proposition: OUTWARD OPPOSITION NEEDS TO BE RESISTED AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST. Introduction: THE PASSAGE BEFORE US THIS MORNING IS THE RESULT OF ACTIVITIES IN THE PREVIOUS CHAPTER. IF YOU WERE TO FLIP THE PAGE BACK INTO CHAPTER 3, YOU WOULD SEE THAT PETER AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sending Forth Missionaries

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,530 views

    For a church to be called a real NT church, it must be actively engaged in the major priority of sending the light of the Gospel. This involves our personal witness where we are now, and from here reaching out nationwide and worldwide. Not only must we ha

    Intro: For a church to be called a real NT church, it must be actively engaged in the major priority of sending the light of the Gospel. This involves our personal witness where we are now, and from here reaching out nationwide and worldwide. Not only must we have a program of evangelism where we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Persevering In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,052 views

    As we’ve seen over the previous weeks, Jesus has been stirring His church worldwide to renew themselves in the passion and priority of prayer. • He’s been making clear that there is no element of a Christian’s energy or activity that can substitute for

    As we’ve seen over the previous weeks, Jesus has been stirring His church worldwide to renew themselves in the passion and priority of prayer. • He’s been making clear that there is no element of a Christian’s energy or activity that can substitute for depending on God’s power through ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Watch Your Step Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 25, 2011
    based on 34 ratings
     | 35,001 views

    Often we Christians believe that we are so insulated against evil that we do not need to be isolated from evil. Everything the Bible says is opposed to such a view. The people and the activities we are involved with can hurt us and cause us to fall.

    PROVERBS 4:10-19 WATCH YOUR STEP [Jude 24, 25] A sign on the entrance to the IRS office read, "Watch your step." A sign on the exit read, "Watch your language." Two good pieces of advice! The first warning is especially appropriate, for as we walk through life, it is easy to stumble and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist