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  • Michael Fredette avatar

    Cast All Your Burdens

    Contributed by Michael Fredette on Jul 20, 2019
     | 7,574 views

    God knows this world can be overwhelming and at times it doesn’t make much sense at all.

    God knows this world can be overwhelming and at times it doesn’t make much sense at all. If you get the chance today, read you Psalm 55 Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken. This word burden in Hebrew is Yahab It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer For Overcoming The Threat Of Evil Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 11, 2020
     | 5,609 views

    Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, today is as good enough a day as any day to step into repentance,

    Prayer For Overcoming The Threat Of Evil by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 10, 2020) “Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.” (1 John ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Lessons From Disney: Finding God In Stories We Love Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 602 views

    Many Disney stories highlight the theme of hope and redemption. Let's embark on a magical journey together to uncover spiritual truths and biblical principles that resonate with our faith.

    Lessons from Disney: Finding God in Stories We Love Introduction Today, I want to explore a unique and exciting topic: "What Disney can teach us about God." Disney movies have captivated audiences for generations with their timeless stories, memorable characters, and powerful messages. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Nehemiah 1: His First Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 9, 2024
     | 856 views

    The Book of Nehemiah has more than some people realize. This series focuses on the recorded prayers of Nehemiah as he, a Persian royal official, served the LORD God of Israel.

    Introduction: The Book of Nehemiah is one that hasn’t been studied very often, as far as I know. There are some exceptions: Dr. Charles R. Swindoll wrote a book called “Hand Me Another Brick” a number of years ago, focusing on various aspects of Nehemiah’s life, times, and deeds. When I lived in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lifting Our Laborers

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 3, 2022
     | 2,505 views

    Honoring laborers on Labor Day.

    I like this quote by Jerome K. Jerome about labor: “I like work: it fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours.” Labor Day came about through the labor movement in America to honor our workers for their achievements. Beginning in 1885, States passed legislation to praise their labor forces. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Touch The Anointed Ones!

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Jun 12, 2022
     | 6,213 views

    I have heard the word “anointed” used to describe a person. Some would say, “She is an anointed worship leader”, “He is an anointed preacher”. “That person is anointed to do this and that.” So, what does it really mean to be anointed?

    I have been a follower of Jesus Christ since I was a child. Like most Christians, I have heard the word “anointed” used to describe a person. Some would say, “She is an anointed worship leader”, “He is an anointed preacher”. “That person is anointed to do this and that.” So, what does it really ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Scourge Of The Strong Man

    Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Apr 3, 2021
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    There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation.

    THE SCOURGE OF THE STRONG MAN There is an entity in the bible known as the strongman. This entity is any powerful negative spiritual system whose assignment is to thwarts the Lord’s plan and purpose for your life in any situation. Ultimately, we are made to understand via the parable of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Story Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 3, 2024
     | 550 views

    If we're not careful, we might overlook the missing the treasures the book of Philemon holds: the beautiful story of grace, forgiveness, and reconciliation, reflecting both the heart of Paul and the heart of God.

    A Story of Grace Philemon 1-3 Introduction: 1) An Intimate Letter Philemon = most personal of Paul’s letters – a note from a friend to a friend… “Philemon” (v.1) If not, careful we will read through the little book of Philemon, check it off our daily Bible reading log, and quickly pass on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Under Fire Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 28, 2024
     | 550 views

    This sermon begins a short series of the main stories people know from the book of Daniel. This set up "young Daniel and his 3 friends." It teaches how Nebuchadnezzar changed the minds of children and how Daniel helps us to stand our spiritual ground instead of conform.

    Faith Under Fire (Daniel 1:3-7) Intro: A. The northern Kingdom of Israel fell to the power of Assyria around 722 BC after almost 20 years of a slow demise. The kingdom fell because of sin and God allowed them to be taken into captivity. The southern Kingdom should have taken a great warning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When God Remembers You For Help Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 16, 2025
     | 744 views

    This sermon explores what it means when God remembers you for help and how to position yourself for such divine remembrance.

    Title: WHEN GOD REMEMBERS YOU FOR HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text : Genesis 8:1 Supporting Texts: Psalm 121:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 3:7-8, Jeremiah 29:11 INTRODUCTION : In Genesis 8:1, we read, "And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of Midnight Prayers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025
     | 895 views

    This message reveals the power of midnight prayers and their impact on spiritual warfare, deliverance, and breakthroughs.

    THE POWER OF MIDNIGHT PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 16:25-26 "And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Maundy Thursday, Facts About The Passover.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 18, 2025
     | 91 views

    Maundy Thursday is a significant event in the Christian liturgy. Why is this so? Here is a quick insight into this Passover meal, and from which many sacraments in our worship have derived.

    17 On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Where do you want us to make preparations for you to eat the Passover?” 18 He replied, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him, ‘The Teacher says: My appointed time is near. I am going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,198 views

    A comprehensive guide on how to effectively engage in spiritual warfare through prayer.

    Beloved, this week's message focuses on a crucial aspect of the Christian faith that many struggle with: Warfare Prayer. We will explore how to engage in effective warfare prayer and emerge victorious. In Revelation 12:7-8, we read about a war that took place in heaven between Michael and his ...read more

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    The Redemptive Role Of Africans

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 2, 2003
    based on 53 ratings
     | 20,633 views

    This message deals with How God uses Persons of African Descent in His Redemptive Plan based on the Young Egytpian Man found in the field in our Target Text. This message was preached during Black History Month in Bryan, Texas.

    WE NEED TO TALK! Jesse Semple, a Harlem cab driver, asked Derrick Bell, a profound Black author, “Tell me what’s to celebrate about the condition of Black people who die too soon, go to prison too long, and come to know life’s blues far too early? Tell me how a holiday for Dr. King or a month of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Build - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,649 views

    This message talks about 2 more principles for building God’s house.

    "IT’S TIME TO BUILD.....PT 3" (hey just a warning - I am not a great typist and I typed in all caps and spell check will not catch them.. sorry it was 8 years ago...) INTRODUCTION FOR 75 YEARS THEY HAD LIVED IN CAPTIVITY; 1ST UNDER BABYLON THEN UNDER PERSIA. MOST WERE BORN THERE; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ