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  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Making A New Man Out Of Jacob Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 25, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,849 views

    Jacob's trials in Haran teach us the Lord sends trials into our lives to test our commitment and to refine us to me more like Jesus.

    I have had the privilege to disciple many new believers. I’ve seen and heard many testimonies of new believers, some were private and some were public at times such as baptisms and public testimony. The ones that concern me the most, the ones that I fear will not make it in their walk with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Never Give Up On Anyone! Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 15, 2011
     | 8,576 views

    The Loyalty of Abram

    Intro: 1. One of the all-time greats in baseball was Babe Ruth. His bat had the power of a cannon, and his record of 714 home runs remained unbroken until Hank Aaron came along. But in time, age took its toll, and his popularity began to wane. Finally the Yankees traded him to the Braves. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Backsliding?

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
     | 7,225 views

    A sermon that causes self-examination by asking "are you backsliding?" The sermon focuses on Absalom and Ahithophel.

    2 Samuel 18:18 KJV Now Absalom in his lifetime had taken and reared up for himself a pillar, which is in the king's dale: for he said, I have no son to keep my name in remembrance: and he called the pillar after his own name: and it is called unto this day, Absalom's place. I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cross Cost Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 21, 2011
     | 4,298 views

    EOLS: Christian life is at odds with the world and the disciple will face opposition to his walk.

    The Cross Cost Mat 5:10-12 (10) "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (11) "Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. (12) Rejoice and be glad, for your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Blessings Of Being Right With God Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,451 views

    Those who are right with God are at peace with Him (1-2a), find joy in the hope of seeing Him (2b), find joy in the journey (3-5a), and are filled with His love (5b).

    The Blessings of Being Right with God Romans 5:1-5 1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Real Enemy Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Oct 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,823 views

    In this message you will discover who the REAL enemy of your soul is? God takes the blame for a lot of things that the devil is to blame for!

    Title: Who is the Enemy – 1? “The REAL Enemy” Text: I Peter 5:8 It seems pretty obvious from this Scripture who the enemy is. If I were to go around the room tonight with the microphone and ask each of you who is your enemy, most of you would respond the devil. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You Born Again; Prove It To Me!!!

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 28, 2014
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    I dislike the term “born again”; being asked regularly; I mean, just how do you answer this question? I personally find it intimidating and off putting, but I don’t disagree with the logic nor the reasons why it is done, and I will now tell you why.

    Word Count: 2655 Genesis 12:1-4a Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 John 3:1-17 Psalm 121 Prayer. In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit let these words bring honour to you so that your will may be known and understood. Amen. Summary: I dislike the term “born again”; being asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Security Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 22, 2014
     | 7,217 views

    The very season which ought to bring security and hope instead brings insecurity and hopelessness. That's why we need to hear God's message to Samuel.

    “The Difference Christmas Makes: The Security of Christmas” 2 Sam. 7:1-17 Christmas, for many people, is a time of great insecurity. There are adults whose frustrations increase and self-image drops because they cannot provide gifts for their children. Some children feel unloved or ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Family Feud

    Contributed by Judith Hand on Jan 14, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,121 views

    The story of how Joseph was used by God in spite of being in a dysfunctional family.

    Family Feud Genesis 37: 1-4 and 12-28 I love a good Bible story, and when looking at the three scripture readings for today I could not resist going with the Old Testament story of Joseph. Perhaps most of you had the story of Joseph and The Coat of Many Colors read to you by your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Bible Is Accurate And Reliable

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,153 views

    The bible is reliable and accurate so can be trusted

    “How sweet are Your words to my taste, Sweeter than honey to my mouth.” (Psalm 119:103). “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    How The Godly Survive In An Ungodly World. Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Jul 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,235 views

    We are going to have to deal with a world that has gone mad! This Psalms gives us some helpful hints at playing spiritual survivor man.

    Intro: 1. “One penalty of living near God is keen pain from low lives. The ears that hear God’s Word cannot but be stunned and hurt by the babble of empty speech. This Psalm is profoundly melancholy, but without a trace of personal affliction. The psalmist is not sad for himself, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Good Lord, Stronghold In The Day Of Trouble

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 26, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,096 views

    To show that JESUS is GOOD, our Strength and our Stronghold in the day of trouble and He knows those who trust in Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who is Your Stronghold? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is GOOD, our Strength and our Stronghold in the day of trouble and He knows those who trust in Him. IV. TEXT: Nahum 1:7 (Amplified Bible) 1:7 The Lord is good, a Strength and Stronghold ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lord Who Heals You

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 23, 2014
     | 12,747 views

    The plagues of Egypt are still falling today on the disobedient. Only the Tree (Cross of Jesus) thrown in the waters of life can change your bitter circumstances into sweet ones. Let the Lord your Healer do that!

    THE LORD WHO HEALS YOU Ex. 15:22-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE REAL CHARACTER 1. It’s wild to see the real nature come out. 2. 2 ladies went out to a restaurant to eat lunch They know how big the portions are so they order only one dish of ‘fried fish pieces’ which they intend ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Truth About Ruth - Part 3: Planning Towards Destiny Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Mar 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,177 views

    Ruth,the ancestor of Messiah demonstrates the God's grace, guidance, and goodness in taking bad situations and turning them into triumph radiating His Glory.

    Ruth Chapter 3 Happenstance? Coincidence? or Divine Providence? Reviewing to the point where we are now we make certain observations and wonder if it all just happened! Did it just happen that Naomi decided to return to Bethlehem? Did it just happen that Ruth was determined to follow her? Did it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The God We Worship Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Oct 21, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,734 views

    “The LORD lives! Praise be to my Rock! Exalted be God my Savior!”

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Oct 19th, 2013 Psalm 18:1-3 Intro: read/inscription/precedes/Psalm because it gives us some insight/background/verses. • Inscription states/Psalm/originally/song/written/glorify/Lord • honor Him/delivering David from King Saul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist