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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Men Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 9, 2016
     | 10,617 views

    Paul planned to send Timothy and Epaphroditus to Philippi. He encouraged the church to embrace these men and benefit from their presence. They exemplified committed Christian service. We need those who will invest in others, impacting lives for Christ.

    Men of Faith Philippians 2: 19-30 Following a great discourse on the obedience of Christ to the will of the Father, and our obligations to possess the mind of Christ, Paul offers yet another example of faithful Christian service. In our text he makes an announcement that Timothy and Epaphroditus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Cannot But You Can!

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 19, 2021
     | 4,876 views

    We serve a mighty God and He is able to do far more than what we can think or ask.

    I cannot but you can! Isaiah 43;1-3 Introduction- Good morning- We serve a mighty God! We serve a God that has given us the most precious gift in His Son Jesus Christ. We have to remember to not let the things of life cloud that truth in our life. Last week we talked about stuff- Remember? ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Valley Of Breakout Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Feb 5, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 17,378 views

    I am here today to tell you that God wants you to breakout from the pack. He wants you to experience that breakout moment in your Christian life- where you move ahead with Him by leaps and bounds even if means leaving your comfort zone behind.

    Introduction In 1958, America began its spaceflight program. And it was John Glenn who became the first American to orbit the earth on February 20, 1962. And then as spaceflights continued, we made some advancement as to what we can do in space, and it was Ed White who became the first American to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Through To The Blessed Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,067 views

    This sermon explores how to believe in, break barriers to, and become beneficiaries of God's blessings, using the biblical character Jabez as an example.

    Beloved, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I stand before you today, not as a man of my own making, but as a vessel of the divine grace that has been bestowed upon us all. Today, we gather under the shelter of His love, in the sanctuary of His peace, to share in the ...read more

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    The Foundation For Favor Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 24, 2021
     | 4,518 views

    Often events and circumstances in life take us by surprise. At times life is going according to plan, and then without warning, difficulty arrives. Thankfully, God is omniscient, knowing all things. He is never taken by surprise and always works according to His divine will.

    The Foundation for Favor Esther 2: 19-23 As we take a moment to consider our lives, we discover they are made up of varied series of events. Often one event serves to prepare us for a future event. At times, several events tend to blend together and create a major event. Viewing life from this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,733 views

    Paul teaches us how to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and truthful speech in the face of stiff criticism

    How Paul Demonstrated Wisdom Before His Accusers (Acts 23:1-5) Illustration:Whatever you do, you need courage. Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising that tempt you to believe your critics are right. To map out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Contrasting Defeatist And Overcoming Attitudes

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,844 views

    Too many people are succumbing to the cynicism of the postmodern mindset of defeatism. Paul writes, "Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good." (Rom. 12:21)

    Romans 12:21 - Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good. Illustration:One salesman came back from a remote part of the world informing his boss that he could not sell any shoes to the people. When the supervisor asked the salesman why the people were resistant to purchasing shoes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Explosive Enthusiasm

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,179 views

    Enthusiasm: strong interest or admiration, great eagerness. [Greek – entheos, in god, inspired by god].

    28, August 2005 Dakota Community Church Explosive Enthusiasm Introduction: We all want our lives to count for something. What chance do most of us have to really make a difference in the world? I went into the ministry in response to God’s call because I want to help people have better lives. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Five Cultures Of The Vision

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,416 views

    The principle of twelve has a culture in which it thrives and grows. T.E.A.M.S. is an acronym for this culture.

    The Five Cultures of the Vision Habakkuk 2:2-4 NKJV Then the LORD answered me and said: “Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jude Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 20, 2014
     | 4,649 views

    Jude Summary

    Jude Summary Jude wanted to write about their common salvation but felt compelled to write to address false teachers that have penetrated the community and teaching heresy. 5-19 God’s promise of judgment of the ungodly 5-7 Historical precedent He recalls three examples of gods judgment ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have A Hezekiah New Year

    Contributed by Kurt Lindgren on Dec 30, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,977 views

    King Hezekiah had some awesome leadership qualities. I want us to steal some of his leadership mojo and apply it to 2013

    www.pastorkurt.com HAVE A HEZEKIAH NEW YEAR! 2 Chronicles 32:1-30 / December 30, 2012 INTRODUCTION: • Hezekiah was twenty-five years old when he became king of Judah • Hezekiah replaced his father (Ahaz) who was an awful king • Hezekiah was a king of change / repentance • King Hezekiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Vision

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jan 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,922 views

    Learnign how to implement a Godly vision

    Understanding Vision Proverbs 29:18 - Where there is no vision, the people perish. "The very essence of leadership is that you have to have vision. You can’t blow an uncertain trumpet." Theodore M. Hesburgh. Vision is the starting point and end point of effective leadership and is part of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Next Best Thing Pt 5 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007
     | 2,084 views

    This sermon series asks the question - Do we really look like Jesus? Are we disciples or are we just tagging along? Are we becoming imitators of God?

    The Next Best Thing Eight Secrets to Imitating Christ Pt 4 Ephesians 5 A couple of weeks ago we began this series looking at Paul’s challenge to the church to be Imitators of Christ. The question that we posed last week and will continue to pose during this series is “Are you the next best thing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Sit, Walk And Stand

    Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 5, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,694 views

    A Christian must start his journey with Christ by sitting--resting alongside the Savior who has done all the work.

    I don’t know if you are familiar with watchman nee’s book, “Sit,walk,and stand.” In this book, he notes how a Christian must start his journey with Christ by sitting--resting alongside the Savior who has done all the work. And because Christ has done all the work, the Christian is given the peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Finding Grace In God's Sight

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 4, 2025
     | 480 views

    Finding grace in God's sight is the key to living a victorious and impactful life. Just as Noah found grace in the midst of a sinful world, we too can obtain divine favour by walking with God, living righteously, and trusting in His unfailing love.

    FINDING GRACE IN GOD'S SIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 6:8 "But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Corinthians 12:9 INTRODUCTION Grace is the unmerited favour of God, bestowed upon those He chooses. In a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God