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  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Prevaing In The Place Of Prayer

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 5, 2022
     | 2,191 views

    Prayer is work. Life is a battle. To overcome problems and challenges in our life's journey, we need to fight on our knees.

    TEXT: Exodus 17:10-13 "So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. And it came to pass, when Moses held up his hand, that Israel prevailed: and when he let down his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seek Wisdom Who Is Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 8, 2017
     | 4,922 views

    This verse calls and challenges the people to come to Him for knowledge, wealth and life. Its continuous search at the feet of God. Such men is sought by God

    Men Sought by God Proverbs 8:34 “Blessed is the man that hears me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors”. WAITING AT THE DOOR POSTS Waiting is always connected to and referred to the act of Prayer with fasting. Be still and look to Lord and wait patiently (Ps.37:7). I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Look At Your Feet

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 28, 2022
     | 2,306 views

    Based on Romans 10:13-17 - Challenges hearers to consider the lostness of the world & the call of God to go to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

    “LOOK AT YOUR FEET” Romans 10:13-17 FBCF – 11/27/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – J & P video I’ve spent a fair amount of time w/ these 2 people. They’ve spoken in churches where I’ve served as Pastor. I’ve eaten meals w/ them, once in Moscow. I’ve spoken to him on the phone several times, texted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genuine Love Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,382 views

    It's easy to say, "I love," but Paul challenges the Corinthian Christians to live out their love by giving freely and generously to those in need.

    2 Corinthians 8:1-15 “Genuine Love” INTRODUCTION Most of the world knows that Facebook recently went public and that it’s founder, Mark Zuckerberg shortly after the Facebook event was married to Priscilla Chan. At $19 billion, many media personalities speculated about ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Let Your Righteousness Exceed Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 11, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,971 views

    Our righteousness is measured against that of Jesus–who loved us all the way to the cross and challenged us to follow His love.

    5th Sunday after Pentecost 2016 A Reading from the first Epistle of St. Peter Beloved: All of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love of the brethren, a tender heart and a humble mind. 9 Do not return evil for evil or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Daniel King, D. Min. avatar

    The Valley Of Dry Bones

    Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Dec 21, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 68,807 views

    This is a revival sermon that will cause sleeping churches to wake up and dead churches to come alive. It will also challenge believers to reach out to the lost.

    Three thousand years ago, God gave the prophet Ezekiel a vision. Ezekiel says, “The hand of the LORD was upon me, and he brought me out by the Spirit of the LORD and set me in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. He led me back and forth among them, and I saw a great many bones on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Against All Odds Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 20, 2019
     | 10,613 views

    Nehemiah has to face the challenges of doing something he was not familiar with but it is the will of God. He has to inspect the wall, motivate the people and contend with the oppositions.

    We had a remarkable breakthrough in chapter 2 when Nehemiah was granted the opportunity to see the King, after 4 months of praying and waiting. • Even with all that praying, it wasn’t a simple thing for Nehemiah to seek the King’s favour. He was very much afraid (2:2). • Imagine asking for leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are You Expecting God?

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 26, 2018
     | 9,015 views

    A prelude message to Christmas 2018 challenging us all to look ahead willingly, expectantly, at what God might do this holiday season.

    - In the coming weeks, Pastor Joey will be preaching about Christmas -- So, this message is not specifically on Christmas – rather, it’s one of preparation -- It is a message of expectation – prayerfully it’s one of faith in action -- Big Idea (up front): As you sit here today … are you expecting ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Logos Is The Solid Rock Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 25, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,377 views

    Jesus challenged His disciples–and that means not just the original ones but us today–to build His Church on solid rock

    Thursday of the 12th Week in Course 2020 Logos is Solid Rock Rock or sand? Where do you build your house? On a solid foundation or on shifting sand? The listeners who heard Jesus’s words here probably had or knew someone who had built on a poor subsurface. After all, the region of Palestine is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Last Supper Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 11, 2024
     | 2,126 views

    Based on Luke 22:7-23 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of the Lord's Supper in their lives & examine themselves.

    “THE LAST SUPPER” Luke 22:7-23 FBCF – 3/10/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Never Forget!” – Start seeing these words around 9/11 each year. Many of us will never forget where we were that Tuesday morning. Others will never forget where they were when: - Pres. JFK was assassinated – Pres. Reagan was shot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Handling A Difficult Marriage Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025
     | 605 views

    Handling a difficult marriage requires wisdom, patience, forgiveness, and prayer. No matter the challenge, God is able to heal and restore any broken relationship.

    HANDLING A DIFFICULT MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:22-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 19:6 INTRODUCTION: Marriage is a divine institution ordained by God for companionship, love, and mutual support. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Divine Comfort In Difficult Conditions

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,250 views

    In all the challenges of life, we can receive comfort in knowing that the presence of the Lord is with us, and His power will bring us triumphant victory.

    Divine Comfort in Difficult Conditions Study Text: Psalms 23:1 - 6 Introduction: - Life often presents us with challenges that feel like walking through “the valley of the shadow of death.” - These are times of extreme hardship, difficulties, fear, and uncertainty, where one feels that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Our Savior & Healer

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 3, 2025
     | 328 views

    Based on Jeremiah 17:14 - Challenges hearers to consider the need to cry out to God for healing in every area, for salvation, & for revival.

    “OUR HEALER & SAVIOR” Jeremiah 17:14 FBCF – 8/3/25 Jon Daniels (Lauren Milner) INTRO – When you think of the name “Jeremiah”, who comes to mind? (pics) - David Jeremiah – Shadow Mtn Community Church, CA - Jeremiah Smith – WR Ohio State – highest-rated WR in high school recruiting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What A Mess! - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 15, 2025
     | 433 views

    Based on Romans 1:28-32 - Sermon challenges hearers to remember that Christ-followers must understand & stand against sin.

    “WHAT A MESS!” – Part 2 Romans 1:18-32 FBCF – 9/14/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – “World Needs Jesus” video (fade out at 2:50) “In the midst of a generation screaming for answers, Christians are stuttering.” (Howard Hendricks) This world just continues to throw us curveballs. - Last week, started ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God Of The Mountains Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025
     | 407 views

    The “God of the Mountains” is not just a geographical reference; it is a spiritual truth. Mountains represent challenges, divine revelations, moments of consecration, and places of spiritual encounters.

    GOD OF THE MOUNTAINS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Kings 20:23-28, Exodus 19:16-20, Matthew 17:1-8, Isaiah 2:2-3, Genesis 22:1-14 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, mountains have served as divine meeting places between God and man. From Mount Sinai to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God