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  • Under Attack!

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 27, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 13,721 views

    Standing strong under fire.

    Today we are going to look at practical steps for standing strong when you are under attack! We will be using Christ’s temptation in the wilderness as our backdrop. Then Jesus was led out into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted there by the Devil. Matthew 4:1 (NLT) The first issue ...read more

  • The Perfect Storm

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 5,478 views

    When Storms beat against the boat of your life whaat do you have to hold to?

    THE PERFECT STORM Place: Allendale Baptist Date: October, 14,2001 Read Mark 4:35-41 Introduction October 1991 a fishing boat named the Andrea Gail sailed from a New England port to fish for swordfish. On their return, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean they faced a hurricane named Grace. Waves ...read more

  • Survivor 8: How To Survive Your Immunity Challenge Series

    Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Nov 4, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 5,304 views

    This is the eighth message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon following Jesus’ pattern for resisting temptation (11-03-02).

    Living Illustration Before the sermon, arrange for a helper to make several calls to you as you begin to speak. Carry a cordless phone to the stage, and answer it when it rings. Prepare to ad lib the dialogue as it would relate to dealing with telemarketer calls. Begin the sermon by briefly ...read more

  • Living In A Lions Den Without Being Eaten

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 17, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,033 views

    We find helpful foundational teachings in Daniel 5 and 6 to help us survive attacks of our enemy. Who is our primary enemy: The Bible says, Satan goes about like a roaring lion."

    Living in the Lions Den Without Being Eaten Daniel 5:1-6:28 Has there been a time in your life you felt you were under attack? One of the times in my life and family that I experienced attacks from evil happened when I was pastor of the FMC in Taylor, Michigan. (Myrtle Hannah) We find helpful ...read more

  • Guarding Our Whole Being From The Attacks Of The Devil

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 4,993 views

    Biblical way of guarding our unique existence from Satan’s attacks.

    <PRE> The Bible has been and always will be the best source of spiritual knowledge. The devil is not happy about it because the Bible teaches us on how to guard our whole existence from his subtle attacks. He hates the Bible because it exposes his unnoticed ways of destroying human ...read more

  • Obedient Faith Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 3,483 views

    This sermon questions the traditional interpretation of the phrase "lead us not into temptation..." and challenges us to endure trials in order to prove and improve our faith.

    Lessons on Faith from the Lord’s Model Prayer Obedient Faith Matthew 6:13 November 9, 2003 Intro: A. [Three Thieves Who Couldn’t Quit, Citation: http://www.newsoftheweird.com/archive/, Kevin A. Miller, Wheaton, Illinois] Eduardo Rivera, 43, was in court awaiting a hearing on a charge of ...read more

  • The Wall Of Lust

    Contributed by Lance Bane on Nov 7, 2001
    based on 116 ratings
     | 7,153 views

    This message challenges teens with the issue of Lust and provides some practical steps to overcome the sexual temptations.

    Colossians 3.5, “Put to death therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, greed, which is idolatry.” At retreat last year we felt the Lord was speaking to us regarding 3 areas that are attacking our teens, one of them being lust. Many of ...read more

  • A Warning Against Worldliness

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,225 views

    To note the importance of drawing close to God.

    A Warning Against Worldliness Text: James 4.1-10 Thesis: To note the importance of drawing close to God. Introduction: (1) Have you ever been wanted “your way”? (2) We live in a culture where we are taught to “have it your way, right away.” Discussion: I. The Curse of Worldliness: A. Leads ...read more

  • Rx For Backsliding

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,305 views

    The danger of backsliding is just as real today as ever. The Hebrew writer offers us encouragement and a perscription to overcome!

    Rx for Backsliding Hebrews 12:12–17 INTRODUCTION The book of Hebrews is an encouraging word to Christians that contains strong warnings against falling from God’s grace. In the first part of Hebrews 12 the writer encourages them to put off everything from their life that would hinder them in ...read more

  • The Kenneled Dog

    Contributed by David Tijerina on Nov 30, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,799 views

    There are dogs in the kennel of the heart of men raging to escape.

    The Kenneled Dog II Ki 8:13 13 So Hazael said, "But what is your servant-- a dog, that he should do this gross thing?" And Elisha answered, "The LORD has shown me that you will become king over Syria." 1. The Hidden Dog A. Elisha’s Glory a. Elisha here in our text is at the height of his ...read more

  • La Loca, El Cobarde Y El Dormilon

    Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 243 ratings
     | 5,944 views

    Viendo como hubo en la Biblia jovenes con dificencias y aun asi las sobrellevaron para ser lideres.

    LA LOCA, EL COBARDE Y EL DORMILON Tito 2:6, 7 INTRO:Hubo una pelicula de vaqueros hace años atras que se llamaba:”The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” (El bueno, el Malo y el Feo). Estas tres palabras tratan sobre las caracteristicas humanas. Hablan en como es una persona. Hoy en dia, muchos dicen ...read more

  • To Tempt

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 27, 2006
    based on 73 ratings
     | 15,751 views

    A sermon for the First Sunday in Lent Jesus temptation in the wilderness

    First Sunday in Lent Mark 1:9-15 "To Tempt" 9* In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10* And when he came up out of the water, immediately he saw the heavens opened and the Spirit descending upon him like a dove; 11* and a voice came from ...read more

  • Stolen By Success Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,028 views

    The third of four messages on the four greatest threats to our spiritual idenitity.

    Identity Theft March 26, 2006 Stolen by Success Intro: Do you remember the board game – LIFE. I loved to play it when I was a boy. You start w/ nothing but a goal to win and to accrue as much wealth as possible. But along the way something happens… life! And as you experience life – you ...read more

  • Why Not Take The Bait? Series

    Contributed by Tim Stutler on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,967 views

    Resisting temptation is the only way to go

    Title: Why Not Take The Bait? Text: James 1:12-15 Topic: Temptation / overcoming verses giving in Sermon Purpose: -I want the congregation to think about the ways giving into temptation has negatively impacted their lives. -I want the congregation to think of the ways that overcoming ...read more

  • 8. Honoring God With Your Body Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 28, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 15,933 views

    All Christians should refrain from any activity with their body that does not honor it as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

    INTRO: John 8:31-32 (NIV) To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” The messages in this series on Real Life Christianity have been a bit heavy. Paul deals with some ...read more