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  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Prayer Of Jabez #5 - "Keep Me From Harm..." Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 13,409 views

    A look at the last petition of the prayer of Jabez.

    Note: some of the illustrations in this series are not acknowledged - this is due to the loss of my notes, not out of a desire to deny the sources. Thank you! Prayer of Jabez #5 – “Keep Me from Harm…” 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Introduction Today we wrap up our look at the prayer of Jabez. We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Humility: The Key To A Like-Minded Church Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 12,846 views

    I know God has great plans and great purpose for this church. It could be threatened by disharmony. From people not being likeminded. We need to pray and use these incentives to claim like-mindedness for the sake and cause of Jesus Christ.

    Introduction There was a young man who was a candidate for the ministry. He was about to preach his very first sermon. As he went up to preach he new he was well prepared and he had confidence in his abilities. Before he started to preach the veteran pastor who saw him approach the pulpit with an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Harold Orndorff avatar

    The God Of Truth

    Contributed by Harold Orndorff on May 25, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,301 views

    Christians must fight a battle for truth - not just for "truths" but for the very idea and possibility of truth.

    The God of Truth Ps. 31:1-5 As a campus minister, it is easy enough for me to see problems in our world today -- from individuals who are just not sure if there is any way to make sense of life to the "Gay and Lesbian Alliance." There is an almost endless list of people and groups without an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Marks Of A God Pleaser

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012
     | 5,842 views

    God has called us to please Him in all areas of our lives! And He offers to help us live a life that honors Him and does no harm to ourselves or others. God is ready and willing to forgive those who have fallen into the trap of sexual sin, giving in to si

    Marks of a God Pleaser 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Intro: How important is it for a person to please God? The Bible really has a lot to say about this. First, we know that without faith or trust in God, it is impossible to please Him (Heb. 11:1). Most people don’t worry about pleasing God unless ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Dunn avatar

    Made For More

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025
     | 34 views

    Jesus calls His church beyond comfort, silence, and spectacle—to live Spirit-filled, Scripture-grounded lives that reveal His power and love.

    Picture Jesus, freshly baptized, water still drying on his shoulders, the voice of the Father ringing in his soul. “You are my beloved Son.” The dove has barely taken flight. That is exactly when the devil comes calling. Nobody gets a free victory lap after baptism. The real fight often starts ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Revive Your Dead Spirit

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 7, 2024
     | 1,238 views

    In this passage, we hear a call to recognize spiritual decline, to reconnect with Christ, and to be receptive to the Holy Spirit. This is not an easy task, but it is one that we are called to undertake, not just as individuals, but as a community of believers.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space, a sanctuary where we gather, not just as a congregation, but as a family. This is a place where we come together, bound by our shared faith, our shared love for Christ, and our shared desire to grow closer to Him. Today, we find ourselves standing on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Matthew Morine avatar

    The Heart Of A Samaritan

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,605 views

    How do we look at others? Do we see them as a nuisance or a neighbor? Develop a heart of a good neighbor.

    THE GOOD SAMARITAN TEXT: LUKE 10:30-37 FOCUS: JESUS ILLUSTRATES TO THE LAWYER WHAT A GOOD NIEGHBOR IS LIKE. FUNCTION: TO PROVIDE THE READERS THE ATTRIBUTES OF BEING A GOOD NEIGHBOR. INTRODUCTION One day during March break when I was in Brown Trail school of preaching, I went to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making The Right Choices: Do Not Be Unequally Yoked In Marriage Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,847 views

    God’s people should make the right choice by marrying "in the Lord". Read all about the wrong choice of wives made by Esau.

    MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICES: DO NOT BE UNEQUALLY YOKED IN MARRIAGE (GENESIS 26:34-35) Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Living With Christ

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,929 views

    By following the commands of God, we are truly living with Christ.

    Grace and mercy be unto you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In Old Testament times, Moses, the Patriarchs and the rest of the Jews looked toward a specific part of a tent as the living place for God. Blood was shed in this Tent of Meeting in the form sacrifices ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Pitfalls Of Rejection

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,241 views

    In some form or fashion we all have experienced rejection and felt the effects that it brings with it and will continue to feel them for many years to come. Rejection is a part of life that affects each of us at some point and it’s not limited to only on

    The Pitfalls of Rejection 1st Peter 3:14 Whither it was not being picked for the kickball game by the kids in the neighborhood, not making the football team, or the cheerleading squad, not going to the prom with the person you knew you would, or getting into the college you wanted, not getting ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    Marked People

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,399 views

    There are some kinds of people in the church that are damaging to the church.

    ROM. 16:17-19 “MARKED PEOPLE” A) This may seem a bit harsh, but there are some people the church don’t need! * You may say, “Preacher, we need every member we have ... We need the help of everyone.” * That is very true ... But we need the help of everyone whose heart is right with God and wants ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • JOEL SANTOS avatar

    A Place No One Wants To Go

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 4, 2006
    based on 114 ratings
     | 26,262 views

    There are many places in this world that I would like to go to. I would love to go to USA to visit my friends... But I missed this opportunity because the embassy denied my application....But, there is one place where no one wants to go...

    A PLACE NO ONE WANTS TO GO Mark 9:43-48 There are many places in this world that I would like to go to. I would love to go to USA to visit my friends. My brother offered me to visit him in the USA 3 years ago and he will shoulder all my expenses but I missed this opportunity because the embassy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joe Harding avatar

    Eternity Matters Iv: The Severity Of It: Hell

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,625 views

    THE SEVERITY OF HELL SHOULD INFLUENCE OUR BEHAVIOR!

    ETERNITY MATTERS IV: THE SEVERITY OF IT: HELL MATTHEW 5: 13 – 30 FEBRUARY 2, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Story: Dr. Ian Paisley, the fiery Irish cleric and politician was reputed to have been preaching one Sunday on the End Times - and in particular on the Day of Judgment. As he reached the climax of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 2: Adultery Of The Heart Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,290 views

    If lust is not dealt with, it can ruin our lives completely.

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 2: Adultery of the Heart Text: Matt. 5:27-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: There are warning signs that we can be aware of when we are being led away by our lust. These signs begin to surface as we begin to give in to temptation and if not checked will lead us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    What Did Jesus Do About Temptation? Series

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 28, 2009
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,936 views

    Jesus was tempted but did not sin. His relationship with God, fuelled by his love for scripture was a key ingredient. This sermon looks at 3 things that can help us deal with temptation.

    What did Jesus do about temptation? Today’s question is ‘What did Jesus do about temptation? If an advert on the television is to be believed then temptation truly comes in the form of cakes or chocolate in the fridge; but of course temptation comes in many shapes and sizes, such as the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican