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  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    Just How Great Is Our God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 25, 2022
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     | 4,583 views

    Nebuchadnezzar reveals to us the awesomeness of our God

    Introduction Sometimes we as Christians forget how great and powerful our God is. And it takes an unbeliever to call to our attention just how great our God is. Have you ever had a person you know who is not a Christian, ask you to pray for them? That is God showing you through an unbeliever His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John Series 26 The Astounding Authority: Equality With God, John 5:17–30 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 29, 2022
     | 2,025 views

    All men have to face this earth-shaking, shattering claim of Christ. He made the astounding claim that all authority belonged to Him. How could He make such an astounding claim? Because He proclaimed that He possessed equality with God and then He proceeded to give proof after proof

    Sermon 26 JOHN SERIES Astounding Authority Equality with God John 5:17–30 The Astounding Authority: Equality with God, 5:17–30 (5:17–30) Jesus Christ, Claims—Deity: all men have to face this earth-shaking, shattering claim of Christ. He made the astounding claim that all authority belonged to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John Series Sermon 27 The Five Witnesses To Jesus’ Authority And Power John 5:31–39 Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 29, 2022
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     | 2,968 views

    There are five witnesses to Jesus’ authority

    Sermon 27 JOHN SERIES The Five Witnesses to Jesus’ Authority and Power JOHN 5:31–39 (5:31–39) Introduction: there are five witnesses to Jesus’ authority. 1. The fact: one’s own testimony must be supported by other witnesses (v.31). 2. The first witness: the Holy Spirit within Jesus (v.32). 3. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Most Powerful Institution On Earth

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jul 4, 2022
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    There are many powerful institutions on earth, but one of the most powerful is the body of Christ - the Church. If the body of true believers in Christ can unite as one, there is no institution on earth that can withstand the church of Christ.

    TEXT: Matthew 16:18-19 "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Victory Over Demons

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 29, 2020
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     | 8,687 views

    Victory begins by believing and receiving the message that this is the acceptable year of the Lord. The whole ministry Jesus dealt with releasing men from satanic bondage, demonic oppression and slavery.

    Subject: "Victory Over Demon" Text: Mark 5:1-20 Introduction: We have talked about Victory Over Danger. We witnessed the power of God calming the raging sea. Today, we will witness God's power calming a raging, demon possessed spirit within a man. Jesus came to bring us victory in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Nah-Yeah

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2020
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    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32.

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32. Authority Matthew 21:23 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace To The Disturbed

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 20, 2025
     | 487 views

    'Peace to the disturbed' - Matthew chapter 8 verse 23 to chapter 9 verses 17 - Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: 1): Jesus calms troubled waters (chapter 8 verses 23-27). 2): Jesus calms troubled spirits (chapter 8 verses 28-34). 3): Jesus calms a troubled body (chapter 9 verses 1-8) 4): Jesu calls a troubled man (chapter 9 verses 9-13) 5): Jesus answers troubled minds (chapter 9 verses ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Created In God's Image

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 9, 2025
     | 405 views

    WE have been created in the image of God. It's time for us to act like it.

    Made in God’s Image Have you ever wondered how you got to be the you that you are? There are a lot of factors involved in trying to figure that out. Genetics are a factor in determining your hair color, eye color, height, ear lobes, weight, and doctors say there is a pre-disposition to certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Had One Job

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 11, 2025
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     | 2,154 views

    God gave clear instructions to the Priests about what they were expected to do. This included not offering incense which did not meet God’s specifications.

    TITLE: YOU HAD ONE JOB SCRIPTURE: LEVITICUS 10:1-3 You had one job is a phrase used to express one’s frustration that someone or something has failed at the main or sole task they were responsible for, especially when that task seems very easy or fundamental. You had one job is a popular ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Follow Jesus, We Must See The Very Good Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,171 views

    If you want to follow Jesus in this day and time, you need to be able to see the very good. You don't have to go looking for the junk of life, the nasty parts of life. the ugly things of life, it is all around us. It takes work to see the "very goods" of life.

    Sermon Series: What Does it take to Follow Jesus in this Day and Time? Sermon: To Follow Jesus, We Need to see the Very Good Introduction: Ms. Edna has been doing our birthday cards for some time. And she does an excellent job at that. On the bottom left-hand side of the card, Ms. Edna will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The B-I-B-L-E

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 6, 2025
     | 163 views

    On Bible Sunday, we celebrate God’s Word as living, active, and true—a source of comfort, courage, and eternal hope that has withstood every test of time. Discover why the Bible is more than a book—it’s God’s personal letter to us.

    Good MORNING, and Happy Bible Sunday. As I begin, I’ll acknowledge something we all know but rarely say out loud: there is a reason that the Bible has very thin, see through pages, and that’s because it is a really, really big book, and would probably weigh twice as much if it was printed on ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Power Trinity

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 2, 2024
     | 3,886 views

    There are things that God has joined together for maximum impact in the kingdom. In this sermon we will examine the power trinity of Faith, Anointing, Authority.

    The Power Trinity Luke 10:19 Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. John 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Dangerous Christian Pt. 2

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 6, 2024
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     | 5,419 views

    This is our second part in our three part sermon entitled "Dangerous Christian" Of course this is speaking on a spiritual plane of our position in Christ, and the authority through that relationship, to disrupt, confuse and dismantle the kingdom of darkness.

    1 John 5:4-5 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. [5] Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? Now read... Hosea 4:6 It says, my people are destroyed for lack of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Deliberately Staged Demonstration Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2025
     | 376 views

    Main thought: This morning we will look at the set up for a confrontation between Jesus and the rulers and authorities, as well as the Jewish concept of a Messiah who would bring deliverance from Roman oppression.

    Background to passage, Matthew 21:1-11: Jesus has been moving toward Jerusalem for some time now. He has come down from Galilee on his final approach. From Jericho (their last stop), it would have been a 6-8 hr walk uphill covering 15 miles and over 3000’ of elevation. He had predicted his death ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Say The Word Series

    Contributed by Kory Labbe on Feb 7, 2026
     | 240 views

    Faith isn’t about proximity or performance—it’s about recognizing authority. When we trust who Jesus is, a single word is enough.

    Opening: Good morning. I’m really glad you’re here today. Some of you came in rested. Some of you came in running late. Some of you came in carrying something heavy — maybe heavier than you let on. And before we talk about bold faith, or big belief, or anything like that, I want to start with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God