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  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    The Reality, Rise, And Ruin Of Satan

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Oct 30, 2021
     | 1,791 views

    The devil is a real, malevolent, evil fallen angel, the sworn enemy of God and His people. He is active but limited in his schemes, destined along with the demons and all who follow him to be judged by the Lord Jesus and cast into hell for eternity. Heed what the Scriptures teach.

    This is a sermon about a personality who has been incredibly successful in convincing people that he does not exist, and has done such a good job with this deception that it is estimated that 65 % of professing "Christians" do not believe in his literal existence or that he is merely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Credille avatar

    When Jesus Interrupts The Outcast Series

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 10,259 views

    Jesus was not afraid to reach out to the "outcasts" of His society. When He did, important truths were revealed that we need to know.

    "When Jesus Interrupts the Outcast" Luke 5:27-32 INTRODUCTION Have you ever felt like an outcast? Some people are rejected by people because of their race, color, or background. Some are rejected for their beliefs. Some rejected because of behavior. You can be poor or rich, powerless or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Cummins avatar

    The Name Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 8, 2008
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     | 6,597 views

    Fear not only makes us afraid to die, but to live too. Jesus helps us break through the fear to live the ultimate life.

    WMD’s – A Spiritual War INTRO VIP Warfare – 1. the process of military struggle between two nations or groups of nations; war. 2. armed conflict between two massed enemies, armies, or the like. We are in a spiritual battle: John 10:10 (English Standard Version) 10The thief comes only to steal ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Chains, Critics, Crises, And Courage

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Feb 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,354 views

    Only he who can say, ‘The Lord is the strength of my life’ can say, ‘Of whom shall I be afraid?’

    Chains, Critics, Crises, and Courage Topic: Only he who can say, ‘The Lord is the strength of my life’ can say, ‘Of whom shall I be afraid?’ The apostle Paul was such a man. A man who was no stranger to Chains, Critics, and Crises in his life. A man who learned to be content in Christ, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Kingdoms!

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 28, 2012
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    Kingdoms come and kingdoms go. And there is a huge one that is coming, and may already be here! Should we be afraid? Not if we are part of God's kingdom

    Passage: Daniel 7:15-28 Intro: When we look at passages like this one, we don’t see the grace of God, but terror and death and destruction. 1. the dream itself caused Daniel to be troubled. 2. and for the 2500+ years since this dream and interpretation was made known, we have remained ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Thirty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B., 32nd Sunday--Widow Stewardship

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 5, 2021
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    Like the widow in our Gospel today, she is our spiritual mentor standing there on the margins. Not afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.

    On the first day of a Bible study at a suburban parish, the participants introduced themselves and described what ministries they participated in at the church. The group was filled with active, engaged parishioners. There were lectors, singers, pro-life volunteers, and many more. But one ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Techniques Of Fishing For Men

    Contributed by Kyle Blanton on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 16,975 views

    In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.

    In the book of Luke chapter 5:10 Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.” I am not much of a fisherman to say the least. I have on occasion gone out with my friends and tried to fish. We would sit on the pontoon boat with the radio playing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Goodness - Fruit Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 4, 2001
    based on 444 ratings
     | 104,188 views

    I’m afraid that people just don’t seem to be very committed to the idea of goodness anymore, but goodness is a valuable & important fruit of the Spirit.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX What determines the value of something? A child may think that a quarter is worth more than a dollar bill because the quarter is shiny & pretty, or that a candy bar is worth more than a handful of dollar bills because ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Overcoming Fear And Opposition Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011
     | 5,022 views

    What are you afraid of? God directs us in how to face and overcome fear and opposition to the gospel by tools of faith that Philippians reveals to us.

    Jenny and I were listening to public radio in the car recently and the guest being interviewed was Steven King. Does everyone know who he is? I have never read his books but he has written about 49 and has a new one that is just out about the assassination of Kennedy entitled 11/22/63. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    Do You Want To Be A Duck Or Eagle?

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on May 15, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 17,856 views

    Being all that God wants you to be!

    Don’t Give up on yourself Isaiah 40:31 Do you want to be a Duck or Eagle? Harvey Mackay was waiting in line for a taxi at the airport. When a cab pulled up, the first thing Harvey noticed was that the taxi was polished to a bright shine. Smartly dressed in a white shirt, black tie and freshly ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Confronting Bullies

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 28, 2018
     | 5,215 views

    Death is a bully. Suffering is a bully. Fear is a bully. When we are no longer afraid of death, we can live the life that God has for us.

    Confronting Bullies June 24, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we are no longer afraid of death, we can live the life that God has for us. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Supplemental Passage: But in all these things we overwhelmingly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Qualities Of Godly Fathers

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 21,458 views

    Our church, our families and our nation are in desperate need for men to stand up and be the godly fathers they were meant to be.

    Qualities of Godly Fathers Luke 8:41-42, 49-56 June 15, 2003 Morning Service Introduction As we celebrate Father’s Day today, I would like to share the following story about the effect that one father had on his family. This particular family had three small children who were determined to have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rick Stacy avatar

    Long And Winding Road

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 13, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,175 views

    Joseph and his dreams. A message about hope and the love of God for us. Don’t be afraid to dream God’s dreams in your life.

    A Long and Winding Road Joseph had a dream…And he believed that it was a dream from God. For the next couple of months we will explore the story of a young man who had the strength, personal integrity and discipline to believe what God believed about him. And that makes him very different from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Gaudete Sunday: The Third Sunday Of Advent--J.o.y. Is Jesus, Others, You.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 12, 2023
     | 1,536 views

    If someone suffers from depression, hearing to “rejoice always,” may spur the reaction: “I don't like being told what to feel.

    Today is Gaudete Sunday. “Rejoice (Gaudete) in the Lord always,” we hear in our Second Reading. The United States was founded to give people the right to pursue happiness; the Gospel invites people to receive the gift of joy. J.O.Y. is Jesus, Others, You. In Philippians 4, St. Paul says ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Scott Sharpes avatar

    Close To The Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don't Have To Be.

    Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 1, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 14,004 views

    During those last days of Christ, there are many who were close to the cross, yet chose to be far from Christ. Asks the questions, "How close am I?" Powerful closing illustration: True Story

    Title: Close to the Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don’t Have to Be! 03/2004 West Side Text: Matthew 27:29-56 and Luke 23:26-29 A.M. Service Purpose: Asks the question: How Close Am I? ******************************************************* Introduction: A. Open with personal comments about Mel ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene