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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Nang Nagtagumpay Ang Kadiliman.....sa Isang Oras Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 3, 2024
     | 1,371 views

    May tagumpay kay Hesus. Ang muling nabuhay na Panginoon! Dumating at nawala ang oras ng kadiliman. Dinaig ng kapangyarihan ng Diyos ang kadiliman. Siya ay nabubuhay magpakailanman. Huwag bigyan ang natalong kalaban ng tagumpay sa iyong buhay.

    Nang Nagtagumpay ang Kadiliman.....Sa Isang Oras Ang lahat ng kasaysayan ay humahantong sa krus at lahat mula noon ay sumusunod mula sa krus. Ito ang sentrong punto sa lahat ng panahon. Ngunit ang krus ay isang mababang punto sa kasaysayan ng tao. Ito ang panahon na ang pinahiran ng Diyos ay ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith When Your Future Looks Bleak Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 13, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 15,830 views

    The fact that we live in time means that we tend to worry about the future. In this talk, we will examine some of God’s His attributes that can help us face an uncertain future. When we get to know God, we find greater hope for facing life’s challenges.

    The pessimist mainly complains about the wind. The optimist simply expects it to change. The realist wisely adjusts the sails. This is a talk for the optimist who just expects things to get better, but rarely is willing to take action. So, the future never really gets brighter. And it’s a talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Moment Of Decision Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on May 8, 2023
     | 1,638 views

    Mordecai and Esther’s coziness became challenged when Haman ordered the eradication of the Jews. The time had come for them to stand up and speak out for God. Are we willing to stand up and speak out for what is right? Maybe we have been put where we are for such a time as this!

    Made for This Moment #2 A Moment of Decision Theme: Mordecai and Esther’s coziness became challenged when Haman ordered the eradication of the Jews. The time had come for them to stand up and speak out for God. Are we willing to stand up and speak out for what is right? Maybe we have been put ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Death Passes Over

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 12, 2020
     | 7,589 views

    Jesus is the Passover Lamb who takes away our sin. We are spared from God’s judgment and wrath. We are set free from our bondage to sin and darkness because we have placed our faith in JESUS! The blood of Jesus covers our sin. God sees the blood of Jesus on our lives, and death passes over us!

    *** NOTE - Both a brief Children's Sermon and a full Adult sermon are included *** CHILDREN’S SERMON Who have we been studying the last three Sundays? Yes… MOSES... Last week, Moses asked Pharaoh (or the leader of the Egyptians) NINE TIMES to let the people of Israel go… and all 9 times, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Next Level Worship - The Real Thing

    Contributed by Keith Manry on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,386 views

    What’s the difference between a Palm Sunday Worshipper and a Good Friday Worshipper? I believe it’s all in the person’s outlook on worship. This sermon is a challenge to take worship to the next level, the level where worship becomes more than just an eve

    Next Level Worship – the Real Thing – Palm Sunday, 2003 Matthew 21:1-17 A little boy lived out in the country around the turn of the twentieth century. He had never seen a traveling circus, and one was coming to his town on a particular Saturday. When he asked his father for permission to go, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Principled People

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,618 views

    It’s easy to hold to convictions when there is no tension and strife in your life. But how pertinent are your principles, how firm are your convictions, when you are challenged by a man of God to do something that goes against your core beliefs? No; how s

    "And I set before the sons of the house of the Rechabites pots full of wine, and cups, and I said unto them, Drink ye wine.But they said, We will drink no wine: for Jonadad the son of Rechab our father commanded us, saying,Ye shall drink no wine, neither ye, nor your sons for ever." My heart’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Congregation

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 10, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,804 views

    There is so much talk among self appointed prophets that the day of the gathering Church is over. I can’t sit back and let these words go un-challenged. God is into unity and its impossible to have unity sitting at home by ourselves or cutting ourselves o

    The power of the congregation There is so much talk among self appointed prophets that the day of the gathering Church is over. I can’t sit back and let these words go un-challenged. God is into unity and its impossible to have unity sitting at home by ourselves or cutting ourselves off from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    James Chapter 2

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 22, 2003
    based on 135 ratings
     | 13,166 views

    We treat the Word of God like an All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet. We pick up and take the things that appeal to us, but leave behind and untouched things that challenge us. Why have 10 Commandments when you can enjoy only 8?

    When I was in college, there was a restaurant that we loved to go to. It was an all you could eat type of place, which explains why I look the way I look today. We would go and stand in line in the buffet and pick all those things we wanted to eat -- shrimp, crab, clams, hushpuppies, French ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Empowering Presence

    Contributed by Ryan Sato on Jun 17, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,153 views

    Today we will continue to be challenged and reminded of who the Holy Spirit is! Do we as the people of God know that we are not to do life without Him? We can do so many nice and moral activities in this life, but perhaps the deeper call is to move from

    Opener: I would like to begin today’s sermon by talking about the person and the working space of the Holy Spirit…He is a person…He is seeking to do a work in our lives and our congregation…but just like anyone else…He is ignorable! So let’s do our best to try and listen to him as we walk through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Excess Baggage

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 22,447 views

    JUST AS HEAVY BAGS IN THE LITERAL SENSE WILL WEIGH YOU DOWN, HEAVY BAGGAGE FROM OUR PAST WILL ALSO WEIGH US DOWN SPIRITUALLY. THE CHALLENGE FOR US TODAY IS TO LET GO OF OUR PAST, OUR PAST PROBLEMS, OUR CARES, CONCERNS, MISTAKES, AND FAILURES.

    EXCESS BAGGAGE I SAMUEL 10:20-23 . . . NEIGHBOR (BOLD STATEMENT) – YOU/SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS CARRYING TOO MUCH BAGGAGE. FIRST SUNDAY . . . SPRING FORWARD. . . SEASONAL CHANGE/SPIRITUAL CHANGE – EXCESS BAGGAGE THE YEAR WAS 2000 WHEN R&B, HIP-HOP, NEO SOUL ARTIST ERYKAH BADU RELEASED A SINGLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Big View Of God

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 29, 2001
    based on 188 ratings
     | 15,928 views

    Don’t we have big problems, big worries, and big questions? Of course we do, and the only thing that can truly help us is a big view of God. This message challenges people to take a step closer to God and see God in everyday life.

    “A Big View of God” Cheap Seats Luke 18:35-43 If you were going to a sporting event, or concert what we would be the best seats? If you were going to a basketball game it would be center court front row. If it were football it would be the 50-yard line, front row. If it were a concert it would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Body Building

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 27, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,217 views

    Did you know that God has a building code? Christ will inspect our buildings using the ultimate test - the fire of His holiness. I am challenging each individual in the ’Body of Christ’ today to prepare for a building inspection. If we ignore God’s codes

    Opening illustration: We must use the right building materials if we want our ministries to stand in the day of His visitation. Every state in this country has strict building codes. You can’t just buy a piece of land and throw up a structure any way you choose. Local governments have standards ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "The Unforgiving Heart" Jonah Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 23,552 views

    Jonah exposes his unforgiving heart in chapter 4 and God challenges him with the question, “What right do you have to be angry?” The question reminds Jonah that God showed him mercy and grace in the belly of whale so he needs to pass on this same gift.

    “The Unforgiving Heart” Jonah pt 4 Opening Illustration: Trying to forgive from Blue Fish TV - Teaching Moments Vol. 1- “A Daughter Killed by a Drunk Driver”. Thesis: Jonah exposes his unforgiving heart in chapter 4 and God challenges him with the question, “What right do you have to be angry?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prodigal God - Intro To Series Series

    Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,382 views

    This series explains the gospel in a way that challenges everyone. Have you ever thought you knew something, to find out you missed the point entirely? In Jesus’ parable we historically call "the prodigal son" only half the story is typically talked about

    THE PRODIGAL GOD Part One: Why a Prodigal God - Introduction of the series… Inspired by and parts based on Tim Kellers book “The Prodigal God” 1. Tell the story… luke 15: 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ’Father, give me my share of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Can Make You Secure Series

    Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Jul 17, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,980 views

    In facing challenges of life, we become secure and strong once we know there will be people who will support us to go though with us in tough times. God wants to be with us and more than that He wants to lead us into victory with every tough situation tha

    We all need someone to stand with us especially in situations that are challenging and difficult to handle. We need assurance that in everything we do there will be people who will support us and motivate us no matter what happens. The need for a companion makes us confident because it gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational