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  • Larry Jones avatar

    Ignore Satan's Signs

    Contributed by Larry Jones on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,250 views

    Satan often tries, but has no right to prevent God’s children from entering into His blessings.

    Ignore Satan’s Signs 1 Peter 5:8-9 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. [KJV] (Hold Up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persecuted For Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,991 views

    Examination of the eighth BE-Attitude: Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

    PURSUING HAPPINESS: Persecuted for Righteousness Matthew 5:10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven” 2 Timothy 3:1-5; 10-12 1. “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Step Into The Water

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 67 ratings
     | 15,230 views

    A day of decision - do we stay short of God’s blessing or do we cross the river?

    (adapted from a message by Bill Burnett) TEXT: JOSHUA 3:1-17 TITLE: “STEP INTO THE WATER…” OPEN: A. Several families went to spend an afternoon at the river. Some of the adults decided to walk out to an island in the middle of the river. A five-year-old girl ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Starving For Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 29, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,440 views

    Examination of the fourth BE-Attitude: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.

    PURSUING HAPPINESS: Starving for Righteousness Matthew 5:6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be satisfied” Romans 3:9-26 1. You would not be unique if the thought has crossed your mind, of what relevance is this study on the Sermon on the Mount at a time ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Mark Price avatar

    What Is That In Thine Hand?

    Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,063 views

    We all have been blessed with opportunities and abilities. Will you use yours for God’s glory?

    As we think of Moses, there are many events that come to mind. We recall his standing before God in the burning bush maybe as often as any other event. It was when he stood there that God took a very common item - the tool of a shepherd - and made it an extraordiary instrument with which to lead ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Believe It Or Not...you're Rich Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 18, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,409 views

    By God’s grace you have been richly blessed. This message examines the glorious riches of salvation.

    Ephesians 1:1-2 (NLT) This letter is from Paul, chosen by God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. It is written to God’s holy people in Ephesus, who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus. [2] May grace and peace be yours, sent to you from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Trusting God With Everything

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 14,141 views

    Trusting God results in: 1. the ability to give. 2. the ability to be thankful. 3. the blessing of God.

    Then the word of the Lord came to him: “Go at once to Zarephath of Sidon and stay there. I have commanded a widow in that place to supply you with food.” So he went to Zarephath. When he came to the town gate, a widow was there gathering sticks. He called to her and asked, “Would you bring me ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Set Apart Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 6, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,541 views

    First in a series from the Book of Ephesians. As belivers, we are set apart for salvation, service and spiritual blessings.

    This morning, we’re going to embark on some basic training. For many of you who have served in our military, the concept is not a new one. Every branch of our military has some form of basic training that new recruits must complete before they are ready for duty. The todaysmilitary.com website ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,346 views

    Sixth in a series from Ephesians. We respond to God’s blessings by getting to knw Him better.

    I¡¦m sure that many of you this week followed the bizarre story of NASA astronaut Lisa Nowak. Nowak, a 43 year old married mother of 3, apparently had a romantic interest in a fellow astronaut with whom she had trained together. Jealous of another woman who she believed also had a romantic interest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Neal Gracey avatar

    Finding Life's Meaning

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,265 views

    What is the meaning of life? King Solomon was blessed and vexed with the 3 P’s. Power, Possessions, and Pleasure

    Ecclesiastes 1:1-9 Finding Life’s Meaning Ecclesiastes is one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible and it’s too bad because Ecclesiastes is a divinely inspired meditation on one of the most profound questions asked by man: “What is the meaning of Life?” Q. What is the meaning of life? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • KENNETH TANKERSLEY avatar

    A Day Of No Return

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,057 views

    WILL YOU BE IN THE BLESSED BOOK OF LIFE OR IN THE BOTOMLESS PITS OF HELL. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION YOU WILL EVER BE ASKED.

    7/01/07 A DAY OF NO RETURN TEXT: REVELATION 20 VS. 11--15 INTRODUCTION: OUR SCRIPTURE TEXT TODAY SUMMARIZES THE LOST PERSON’S FATE, IN PLAIN AND SIMPLE LANGUAGE. IT POSES A QUESTION: “WILL YOU BE IN THE BLESSED BOOK OF LIFE, OR THE BURNING LAKE OF FIRE?”(MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION YOU ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Marvin Minton avatar

    Like A Mountain

    Contributed by Marvin Minton on Aug 7, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,665 views

    Trust in God provides many benefits: safety and security, endurance, protection from evil, blessings, and peace.

    Like a Mountain Psalm 125:1-5 This psalm is the sixth in the group of fifteen songs of degrees or ascent. Jerusalem is on the mind of the pilgrims as they make their arduous journey to the Holy City for the annual festivals. Jerusalem, build on Mount Zion, has a special place in the hearts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Hindrances To Divine Increase

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025
     | 115 views

    There are spiritual, behavioural, and environmental factors that can hinder the flow of divine increase. Recognising these hindrances is crucial if we want to walk fully in God’s blessings.

    HINDRANCES TO DIVINE INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 13:4 Supporting Texts: Haggai 1:5-7, Malachi 3:8-10, Hebrews 3:12, Matthew 13:58, Deuteronomy 28:15-23 INTRODUCTION: Divine increase is God’s will for His people. He delights in blessing His children and causing them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    He Who Is Not Against You Is For You

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 26, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,138 views

    There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with.Other times, God’s moving/blessing/anointing us, & we discount the move/blessing/anointing because it doesn’t have a particular brand on it

    For He Who is not Against You is For You Luke 9:50 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with. 1 Jim Jones, David Koresh...actions of church people, too. 2 Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Restore Our Fortunes, O Lord!

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 8, 2013
    based on 74 ratings
     | 27,313 views

    It appears that God will bless us as we bless others with his message, with the gospel. Here’s God’s plan. (outline by A. Naismith) 1- The going of the servant 2- The flowing of the tears 3- The sowing of the seed 4- The mowing of the harvest

    INTRO.- V. 4 Restore our fortunes, O Lord. What happened to the people of God? They lost their fortunes when they were carried off into captivity. This captivity was the period in Jewish history during which the Jews of the ancient Kingdom of Judah were captives in Babylon. The people of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ