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  • Danny Anderson avatar

    Living In The Kingdom

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,562 views

    Jesus came into this earthly domain, ruled by the powers of darkness, and offered to all who were willing to receive - the benefits of His world.

    Living in the Kingdom Text: Matthew 3:1-8 Introduction: Think about this: "Most Christians repent enough to get forgiven, but not enough to see the Kingdom." Now think about what John was saying: "Repent, because the kingdom of heaven has come near!" A modern translation puts it: "Turn to God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    The Controversy And Confrontation That Jesus’ Kingdom Brings Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 14, 2021
     | 2,268 views

    A look at the three closing promises Simeon makes - all of them challenging. What do we learn from these and where do we see these happening in Jesus' ministry?

    SAFE AND HARMLESS? Is Jesus’ Kingdom like “no more tears” shampoo? - Have a bottle of Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo and talk about the old “no more tears” promise. It was safe and harmless. A PIERCING SWORD: Simeon speaks of a Kingdom that is less happy and harmless and more controversial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #2taking The Things Of God Too Casually Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,287 views

    We can develop the tendencies to take the the presence of Jesus too casually. It is an honor to know the Son of God.

    #2 TAKING THE THINGS OF GOD TOO CASUALLY Missing the presence of God By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two of a two part series. TEXT: Joshua 1:7 Only be thou strong and courageous, that thou mayest observe to DO according to ALL My law, which Moses my servant commanded ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Life In Abundance

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 4, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
     | 15,637 views

    Jesus has come to give us an abundant life, but what does living abundantly really mean?

    Intro: if you were to list the most memorized verses in the bible, John 3:16 probably would be one, Revelation 3:20 would be in the top ten, Romans 8:28 may make the list, and John 10:10 would probably be there. Why is John 10:10 so popular, it describes the desires of Satan to kill, steal and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    The Believers Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 189 ratings
     | 19,351 views

    No believer is prepared for spiritual warfare who does not understand their position of righteousness through their identification with Jesus Christ.

    Righteousness is imperative to spiritual warfare Righteousness is represented by the breastplate because the breastplate covers the vital organs of the body, (Thus righteousness protects the soul and the conscience of the Christian. If Satan can strip the child of God of his sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Greg Barron avatar

    Two States, One Position Series

    Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007
     | 2,953 views

    To demonstrate the difference between being in the flesh and spirit and what difference Jesus can make in your life.

    Two States, One Position Romans 8:5-10 1. Two states one could be in: The flesh or The Spirit a. In the flesh i. Completely dominated by the sinful nature. 5 ii. Have the mind completely controlled by the sinful nature. 6 iii. The mind controlled by the sinful nature is hostile to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Exceptional Followers Build Exponential Churches Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
     | 3,310 views

    Building Exponential Churches

    1. My followers become exceptional. a. To fishermen, “Come follow Me, I will show you how to fish for men . . . they left their nets . . . and followed” (Matt. 4:19-20, NLT). b. If any man will come after Me . . . deny self . . . take up cross daily . . . and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). c. Powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Auch Jr avatar

    Refining And Purification

    Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Oct 27, 2024
     | 724 views

    I have for you toady a story that illustrates the message of 1 Peter 1:6-7, which speaks of how trials refine and strengthen our faith, much like gold is refined in fire. This story highlights the theme of enduring hardship for a greater purpose.

    Refining and Purification ((((SLIDE)))) Todays message comes from 1 Peter 1:6-7: In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials, ((((SLIDE)))) 7 so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What It Means To Have Faith.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,827 views

    I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor.

    What it means to have faith. Hebrews 11: 6. 01/02/05 I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor. In the end, we are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Jones avatar

    What If Jesus Had Come Down From The Cross

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Apr 7, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 33,751 views

    If he had come down from the cross every person living today would not have a chance to eternal life.

    What If Jesus Had Come Down From The Cross SCRIPTURE: "And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross." Matthew 27:40 KJV THE MESSAGE BIBLE: 35-40 "After they had finished nailing him to the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Gullick avatar

    - Building Great - Building On The Foundation - Planning Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Jun 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,599 views

    A sermon that looks on the first stage of building on God's foundation in a Christians life!!!

    The Cost of Building .Proverbs 16:3Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. 1 Corinthians 3:9-17New King James Version (NKJV) 9 For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building. 10 According to the grace of God which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Time To Engage: "Following Hard After God”

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 9, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 966 views

    The impulse to follow God originates with God, but it’s our responsibility to follow. We are told throughout the Bible that we’re to seek the Lord. As we purpose to follow hard after God, He upholds and strengthens us as seen in the Psalmist description of a deer in search for water.

    Time To Engage “Following Hard After God” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFndeU2Ewgg Let me get this out of the way, and that is, I’m not saying it’s hard to follow God. In fact, God even said it isn’t. In fact,  He said it was downright easy, which is something ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Richard LaRaviere avatar

    What Are We Aiming For As A Church? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,885 views

    A challenge to our church to know who and what we are and where we are going

    What are we aiming for as a church? Part 1 Opening: 1. I will be asking a series of questions and I would like you jot your answers down. Write from your heart. Do not write what you think I want to hear… Text: Psalms 90 Notice…. Verse 12- teach us to count our days – that ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The Four Soils Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 18, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 19,169 views

    Sermon on the parable of the sower. One’s response to the Gospel depends on the personal inclination of his will.

    The Four Soils Mark 4:1-20 INTRO.: Why do different people respond differently to the same message? Why do some reject the Gospel of Christ and others accept it and live Christian lives? Jesus provides an answer to this question in the passage before us. We will become more effective and joyful ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joshua Pinto avatar

    Cree En Milagros, Pero Confiá En Jesús

    Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Feb 10, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,738 views

    Cree en milagros, pero no ponga su fe en los milagros. Ponga su fe en el Señor Jesucristo.

    Yo creo en milagros, pero yo confió en Dios. Si usted cree en la Biblia, sabrá que Dios es un Dios de milagros. Dios no esta limitado en ningún grado, Él es soberano en totalidad ¿Crees esto? Cree en milagros, pero no ponga su fe en los milagros. Ponga su fe en el Señor Jesucristo. Miremos el ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God