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  • Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal avatar

    The Vision Of Victory

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal on Mar 1, 2022
     | 2,290 views

    Isaiah the Prophet saw a vision of Christ Jesus wounded, bruised and stripped, however his prophetic pronunciation was a vision of the victory over an ancient spiritual warfare over the kingdom of darkness.

    SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 53:5-8 King James Version 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned everyone to his own way; and the LORD hath ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unstoppable Light Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 427 views

    An unstoppable light is one that no darkness can overcome. It shines regardless of circumstances, attacks, or environments. It is the kind of light that breaks limitations, opens closed doors, and causes men to arise and shine.

    UNSTOPPABLE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1-3 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16; John 1:4-5; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Proverbs 4:18; Genesis 1:3 INTRODUCTION: Light is a symbol of clarity, revelation, guidance, and dominion. Wherever light appears, darkness must disappear. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And See Yourself Through God's Eyes - Numbers 13:33 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 914 views

    Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I’m not good enough”? Are you allowing fear, self-doubt, and insecurity to whisper louder than the promises of God?

    Go! And See Yourself Through God's Eyes - Numbers 13:33 Numbers 13:33 (NLT): “We even saw giants there, the descendants of Anak. Next to them we felt like grasshoppers, and that’s what they thought, too!” Introduction Church, let me begin by asking a question that might hit home for many of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cross Part 1: The Paradox Series

    Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,509 views

    Jesus set an example and challenged us with the idea that we must die to live and we must lose our life to save it.

    The Paradox of the Cross I. Introduction Today, we will begin a series of messages concerning a topic that is absolutely critical to our faith. It is a topic that is sometimes a source of confusion and disbelief as well as comfort and inspiration. To some this topic is no big deal while ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Step Of Faith Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,770 views

    This sermon explores the concept of faith in Christianity, the challenge of overcoming fear, and the significant rewards and impacts that come from living a faith-filled life.

    The French author Voltaire said, “Faith consists in believing when it is beyond the power of reason to believe.” The Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthians, “we walk by faith, not by sight.” And Martin Luther King Jr. preached, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole ...read more

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  • Joel Curry avatar

    The God Of All Comfort Series

    Contributed by Joel Curry on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,390 views

    Challenges and suffering are in God’s plan. They enable us to experience His care and pass His comfort on to others.

    Today we begin our study of the book of 2nd Corinthians. During the last few months, as we have studied through the book of 1st Corinthians, the extent of the problems at the church in Corinth became apparent to us. The church was characterized by disunity, dissention, arguing, and immorality. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Looked To His Father For Help In His Time Of Need

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,266 views

    1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges.

    1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges. The Lord Jesus recalled the words of David, "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my hearts trusts in him and I am helped." (Psa. 28:7a) Ask the Lord to strengthen, encourage and empower you to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Real Thing

    Contributed by Stephen Rice on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,398 views

    A challenge to live the Real Thing! Not this fake, go to church, get excited after youth camp sort of faith.

    We all know the story of Abraham and Isaac, how God told him to the mountain and sacrifice his son. Abraham proceeded as told and took Isaac up, having been asked by his son Where the lamb for the offering was, Abraham just could say that God would provide. As they reached the top, Abraham bound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    What Is God Like - Part 1

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,705 views

    Jesus reveals His true character – one which you will find at once comforting and challenging – part 1

    A kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each child’s artwork. As she got to one little girl who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was. The girl replied, "I’m drawing God." The teacher paused and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What Is God Like - Part 2

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 102 ratings
     | 6,229 views

    Jesus reveals His true character – one which you will find at once comforting and challenging – part 2

    Today we conclude a study that we began last Sunday in Matthew 11 – answering the question: "What is God like"? If you missed it, pick up the tape. But to bring us up to speed – John the Baptist, having baptized Jesus as the Messiah, has some doubts and sends his disciples to ask the question: ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Greg Adams avatar

    The Apostle's Prayer

    Contributed by Greg Adams on Aug 6, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,269 views

    Paul’s prayer for the people in the Ephesian’s church was one that should challenge our own walk today.

    The Apostles Prayer Ephesians 1:15-22 Intro: The apostle Paul was pleased and thankful for the faith in Christ and love for each other he had heard of at the Ephesian church. Now he would pray for them to be further enlightened in their understanding of God and themselves. What did Paul pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W F avatar

    How To Live A Life That Can Change The World

    Contributed by W F on Dec 15, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,473 views

    A character study of Joseph’s (Mary’s husband)life that challenges us to live life with awesome purpose.

    Matthew 1:18-25 HOW TO LIVE A LIFE THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD INTRODUCTION Isn’t it true that a person’s real character comes out when they’re under stress? And stressful times can either be moments of growth or of devastation - or both. Take the Aussie bush for example. A fire (stress) can ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Coming At You With An Attitude In 2003

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 13, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,905 views

    This sermon deals with choosing to have the attitude of Jesus Christ as we face the challenges the New Year Will certainly bring.

    Coming At You With An Attitude Genesis 4:1-16 Acts 16:11-16 Text Philippians 2:1-11 Tell the person next to you, “in 2003, I will be coming at you with an attitude.” We can be assured that 2003 is going to bring a host of situations in our lives. There are going to be some incredible ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jim Kane avatar

    The Problem With Priscilla

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,585 views

    The challenge not just for mothers but families is to develop and maintain an environment in which affirmation, acceptance, and appreciation, can thrive and grow.

    TEXT: One of the classic episodes of the Dick Van Dyke Show concerns a problem that Ritchie is having with a girl named Priscilla. For a period of time he comes home every afternoon after school battered and bruised by this girl. Rob and Laura are at a loss to know what to do and so Laura goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Rushing God's Timing

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,305 views

    A look at the challenge of patiently waiting on God’s perfect timing, and some of the consequences if we fail to do so.

    I Samuel 10:1-8, 13:1-14 I don’t know if you have this same phenomenon in the Wesleyan church, but in the Nazarene churches where I grew up, you were pretty safe if you saved yourself some energy and simply carried a New Testament to church. There are places where the Old Testament is hardly ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan