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  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    His Satanic Majesty, The Devil

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 24, 2025
     | 633 views

    This sermon will give us greater understanding of the one who wants to drag us to hell, the devil. We will come to know that Satan is the originator of lies, and the deceiver of mankind.

    Don’t let this title have you to believe that I am going to give a glowing report of the devil. No! It is more of a sarcastic title for one whom the bible calls the prince of the air, one who has a short reign to try and destroy as many of you as he can. So, this is my time to give you an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sacred Statements Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 22, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,499 views

    Duties to God and to others, a summary of God's will for us.

    The Ten Commandments…a Sermon Series…Pastor Bob Leroe, D.Min...Cliftondale Congregational Church Introduction to the Ten Commandments Matthew 5:17-20, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfil them. I tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Stephen Colaw avatar

    Stay Alert Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,407 views

    The best defense is a good offense... A call to build up our faith

    ME Open your bibles to the book of JUDE…if you don’t have a bible with you, the ushers will gladly hand you one. [Ushers hand out bibles to any who need them] We’re going to be looking at verses 17-25 today… We’re wrapping up this short series through the book of Jude and, refreshingly, Jude ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Andy Flowers avatar

    Gray Areas Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Andy Flowers on Aug 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,000 views

    Series in Romans

    Text: Romans 14:1-12 Title: Weak & Strong Believers Pt. 1 The Gray Areas Romans 14:1-18 Now accept the one who is weak in faith, but not for the purpose of passing judgment on his opinions. 2 One person has faith that he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats vegetables only. 3 The one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Taming The Tongue Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 26, 2021
     | 6,385 views

    James devotes most of chapter 3 to our challenge of controlling the tongue. In this sermon, we examine James' pronouncements about the tongue and then look at improper and proper uses of the tongue.

    Introduction: A. If your tongue has ever gotten you into trouble, then please raise your hand. 1. Turn to your neighbor and say, “I’m not surprised!” 2. We are not surprised, because it happens to all of us. 3. All of us have had the experience of saying something, and then wishing we had not said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Freedom's Cross Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,959 views

    If we want to be free from the pressure to perform, we cannot seek to impress others with ourselves. Instead, we must be impressed only with what Christ did for us on the cross.

    Freedom’s Cross (Galatians 6:11-18) Once upon a time an old man and his son were on their way to market. The old man was leading a donkey and the boy was walking behind when they went through the first village. There, the people called the old man a fool for not riding the donkey. So he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • David Owens avatar

    A Wholly Devoted Tongue Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,329 views

    Having learned about having a wholly devoted mind and heart, we now address what it means to have a wholly devoted tongue.

    Introduction: A. If your tongue has ever gotten you into trouble, then please raise your hand. 1. Turn to your neighbor and say, “I’m not surprised!” 2. We are not surprised, because it happens to all of us. 3. All of us have had the experience of saying something, and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 6, 2009
     | 5,692 views

    We begin this series on emotionally healthy spirituality by examining what UNhealthy emotional spirituality looks like in relation to being a new creation in Christ.

    Back To School Emotionally UNhealthy Spirituality 2 Corinthians 5:17 September 27, 2009 This new series is entitled, “Back to School.” It is back to school because of the time of year but also because we are going to examine emotionally healthy spirituality. We are going to look at the connection ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Disciplined Life Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018
     | 5,698 views

    Message 25 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message continues thought stirred by Paul's challenge to limit our freedom for the sake of the gospel.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Disciplined Life” Review Essential perspectives for the New Year. 1. Life is not what it seems or feels Daniel thought that God had ignored his prayer. Zachariah and Elizabeth had resigned themselves to the fact that God said, “NO!” to their request ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Praying With Jesus: Overcoming Temptation Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 15, 2019
     | 4,613 views

    As we pray, we recognize sources of temptation: the world, the flesh, and the devil. We commit ourselves to overcoming with God's help: Know what is right, tell the truth, build a life too good to lose, and play to win.

    PRAYING LIKE JESUS: OVERCOMING TEMPTATION—Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Corinthians 10:12-14 Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Decidophobia

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 9, 2018
     | 2,388 views

    A study in the book of 1 Chronicles 10: 1 – 14

    1 Chronicles 10: 1 – 14 Decidophobia 10 Now the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines and fell slain on Mount Gilboa. 2 Then the Philistines followed hard after Saul and his sons. And the Philistines killed Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Praying With Jesus: Our Father Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 12, 2019
     | 5,481 views

    The Lord's Prayer begins with defining the relationship: God our Father is strong, loving, and faithful/

    Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! I know I really shouldn’t, but…” “Man, what was I thinking? How did I let it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Troy Borst avatar

    The Infection Of Sin

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 17, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,820 views

    A look at sin from an infection perspective, includes some medical tech info.

    THE INFECTION OF SIN EPHESIANS 4:31-32 READ EPHESIANS 4:31-32 INTRODUCTION I would like to begin this morning by talking about a subject that you may feel has nothing to do with Ephesians 4:31-32. I assure you that it has everything to do with it so I ask that you bear with me. I would like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Be A Courageous Christian!

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,056 views

    In 2004, Christians may not be nailed to crosses or thrown to wild animals or burned as torches, but the need is as great now as it was in Paul’s day for us to be courageous. As we approach the Christmas Season the Lord wants us to be courageou

    Be a Courageous Christian! Text: “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus” ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Can't A Christian Do

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 14, 2014
     | 2,841 views

    An analysis of the problem

    A. AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEM 1. It’s becoming acceptable to call some Christians legalists, because the critic disagrees with their issues of separation from the world. 2. It becomes easy to do some questionable practices because they are seen on television, movies, or seen in the lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist