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  • Timm Meyer avatar

    "you Are No Longer Foreigners And Strangers"

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 19, 2023
     | 1,513 views

    We are built on Christ, the Cornerstone. We are joined together as God's holy temple.

    “YOU ARE NO LONGERS FOREIGNERS AND STRANGERS” (Outline) May 7, 2023 – Easter 5 – EPHESIANS 2:19-22 INTRO.: Have you ever felt out of place? Like a stranger? Or foreigner? This can happen when one travels. Every state has their own unique characteristics. When visiting another state we do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    In His Mighty Hand

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 12, 2025
     | 363 views

    The mighty hand of the Lord delivers and redeems, raises, promotes, and exalts the humble, dashes one's enemies, and puts a new song in the victor’s mouth. It makes people great and strong, and gives wealth and honor.

    Scripture Reading: Heb. 10:35-37 “So do not throw away your confidence; it holds a great reward. You need to persevere so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. For “In just a little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay…” Text: Matt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Living Among The Dead: A Portrait Of A Manipulated Destiny

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 22, 2025
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     | 768 views

    The situations of some people whose destinies are being manipulated by the enemy can be described as the living among the dead, but deliverance is possible through the power of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    The Living among the Dead: A Portrait of a Manipulated Destiny Study Text: John 11:32-44, Revelation 3:1 Introduction: Lazarus was not supposed to die, because Jesus said his sickness was not unto death, but his destiny was manipulated. He died, and was buried four days before the Lord could ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Humble Trust Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 11, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,163 views

    This is the 22nd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#22] THE POWER OF HUMBLE TRUST Luke 7:1-10 Introduction: As we celebrate Mother's Day, we remember the love, sacrifices, and humility of mothers. Mothers often show us what humble trust looks like- Trusting in God's plan even when things are uncertain and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming A Great Leader Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,421 views

    An outline on how Joshua became a great leader.

    Becoming a Great Leader TEXT: Joshua 3:17 Then the priests who bore the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firm on dry ground in the midst of the Jordan; and all Israel crossed over on dry ground, until all the people had crossed completely over the Jordan. Joshua 3:17 (NKJV) FOCUS: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Love Of God

    Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 9, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,054 views

    The love of God is revealed in His willing sacrifice of His own Son for unworthy man.

    The Love of God TEXT: John 3:11-16 11 Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We speak that we do know, and testify that we have seen; and ye receive not our witness. 12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things? 13 And no man hath ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lets Stop Our Anger With God

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,724 views

    Have you ever been angry with God? Chances are you have. This sermon takes a look at the life of Jonah and how angry he got with God

    Jonah 4:1-11 Let’s Stop Our Anger Towards God Introduction A. Dramatic act about being angry with God. B. Background 1. Went to Nineveh 2. Nineveh repented 3. Jonah then becomes angry with God C. Purpose: To Get rid of anger towards God, and let God be God Jonah throwing a fit like a little 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Restoring Relationships

    Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,604 views

    What is God’s plan for restoring relationships and forgiveness

    GENESIS 45 RESTORING RELATIONSHIPS FORGIVENESS The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you salach “to have anger in one’s fist and to release it” FORGIVENESS Do we have to forgive Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Baptism Of Favour

    Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Apr 6, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,543 views

    A short teaching of what it takes to enjoy the favour of God

    Divine favour is a special preference, an act of grace flowing from the throne of God. Favour is not related to your age, sex, position in society, title in church, physical appearance or educational background. I Sam. 16:4-10 The man highly favoured was not around; he was in the bush but was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Pattern For Prayer

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 7, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,176 views

    In Nehemiah’s prayer, we find a pattern for us to follow.

    A PATTERN FOR PRAYER Text: Nehemiah 1:1 – 11 I. Introduction: • Background on book of Nehemiah • Need: get king’s approval to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem for safety • Plan of action: pray • All of us fall short in prayer • Excuses: too busy, don’t know how • Let’s look at his example of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Advent And Christmas: A Key Message For The World

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,261 views

    This very short talk makes use of a brilliant video made by Igniter Media, and focuses on the fact that the message of Jesus is a Key message for the whole world

    Would you agree that Christmas is a time of year when a very important message to the world can easily get buried or missed? Would you agree we can get so excited about 1: Mince Pies 2: Mum’s Christmas Turkey 3: Marks and Spencer’s food 4: Mulled Wine and – most of all 5: My ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Does Jesus Care About Us? Series

    Contributed by Bob Garbett on Sep 2, 2011
     | 5,406 views

    Examines question asked of Jesus - "Don't you care about us?"

    Mark 4:35-41 What kind of questions do you think you might ask Jesus? In today’s message, we will look at the question, “Jesus, don’t you even care?” Maybe you are, or you have been in a position where you wanted to ask that question. I. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    They Supply What Is Lacking

    Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,447 views

    We need to openly receive from Christians of all types in order to attain true fullness in Christ.

    "Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you again and supply what is lacking in your faith." (1Th 3:10, NIV) National characteristics are often reflected in the faith of Christians from different cultural backgrounds. For instance, believers from China are remarkable on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Overcome Personal Biases

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,692 views

    Paul, the apostle said, "To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews.

    Paul, the apostle said, "To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. to those under the law I became like one under the law, so as to win those under the law. Too the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all men so that by ALL possible means I might save some." (I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paul's First Convert In Europe

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 10,769 views

    To learn from Paul’s approach how he spoke to people about the gospel- emphasizes Lydia and her conversion

    Paul’s First Convert in Europe Acts 16:11-15 Primary Purpose: To learn from Paul how he approached people with the gospel message. Background: As we begin our second missionary journey with Paul we see that the Holy Spirit is directing their path toward new territory for them. He has closed 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist