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  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    On The Mountain With God Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 31, 2025
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    Throughout the Bible, the motif of the mountain has been instrumental in the lives of God's people. Here in Luke 6, Jesus ascends the mountain to pray - giving us an example and an invitation.

    Mountain Top Experiences Throughout the Bible we find a motif or a theme of mountain experiences. Mountains in the ancient world were seen as places where the things of heaven and things of earth intersected. In Scripture we find mountains as a places where surrender happens, where communion with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Normal And Yet Not Quite

    Contributed by Troy Horne on Sep 22, 2006
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     | 3,171 views

    This message suggests Christmas is not over on December 25th.

    Lk. 2:21-40 “Normal and Yet Not Quite” Have you taken your Christmas decorations down yet? Have you taken the ornaments off the tree and the lights and put everything back into storage for another year? Is Christmas already over for you? As Christians, we may need to be reminded that ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Moses - Intercessor Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 8, 2019
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     | 3,920 views

    Moses deals with Israel's sin

    All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT MOTIVATED MOSES? 1. Moses was in God’s presence receiving the Ten Commandments. “Joshua heard the noise . . . there is war in the camp” (Ex. 32:17, KJV). 2. Corruption by Aaron and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Like That

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 3, 2025
     | 297 views

    God can turn years of stagnation into moments of transformation: suddenly, instantly, and miraculously, just like that!

    JUST LIKE THAT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 3:1-10 Key Verse: “And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.” (Acts 3:7) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Mark 10:46-52; John 5:8-9; Psalm 126:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Life can ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power That Sets The Captives Free

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
     | 949 views

    This story in Luke 8 reminds us that there is no case too hard for God. Jesus crossed the sea for one man, showing us the lengths God is willing to go to rescue the bound.

    THE POWER THAT SETS THE CAPTIVES FREE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 8:26-39 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, John 8:36, Colossians 2:15, Acts 10:38, Mark 5:1–20 INTRODUCTION: The story in Luke 8:26–39 reveals the mighty power of Jesus to break the hold of satan over any life. A man ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When A Man Loves A Woman Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,674 views

    So what happens when a man loves a woman?

    When a Man Loves a Woman Ephesians 5:21-33 INTRODUCTION Michael Bolton belts out romantic loves songs. One of his most inspiring is his cover of "When a Man Loves a Woman" by Percy Sledge. Released in 1966, the song originally made to number one on both the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B singles ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    To Follow Jesus, We Need To Learn What He Is Teaching Us Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 21, 2021
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     | 3,607 views

    Jesus says something interesting to each one of us. Jesus tells us that there are some things that we do not know, and we need to learn them. And Jesus volunteers to be our teacher.

    Introduction: A student might be attending school because mom and dad are forcing the student to go; it is not because that student wants to go to school. Or a student might be attending school so they can hang around with their friends all day. Some students attend school because unfortunately ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is Jesus?

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 26, 2024
     | 826 views

    “Who is Jesus?” Depending on your answer will reveal where you stand with God. What we believe will ultimately determine where we will spend our eternity.

    Opener: This morning, the title of our message is “Who is Jesus?” Depending on your answer will reveal where you stand with God. What we believe will ultimately determine where we will spend our eternity. Working the God mobile over the years, I have heard many different response to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cheer Up, God Is With You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,004 views

    This sermon encourages us to truly know God, not just about Him, and find peace and courage in His presence amidst life's challenges.

    Good morning, beloved. As we gather today under the warm embrace of God's love, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a profound truth. It's a truth that's as old as the hills, yet as fresh as the morning dew. It's a truth that has the power to transform our lives, to turn our sorrows into ...read more

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  • Chris McCall avatar

    The Power Of Win, Connect, Train, & Send Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,322 views

    Today we will look at the power behind every aspect of the vision to “Win, Connect, Train, & Send.”

    Matthew 28:19-20 NLT 19Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Get Connected To God’s Kingdom

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 4, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,716 views

    It is so important that we get connected with God so we can experience the reality of His Kingdom in our lives today.

    Get Connected to God’s Kingdom (Due to technical difficulties audio is not available.) 8/1/09 Introduction Today many people would confess that life is busy. If we were honest w/ourselves, we would admit that we are overextended- no margin/space in our lives. Jan- talked about how we have no ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Faith To See Jesus Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2014
     | 5,153 views

    When Jesus heals a woman's daughter who was possessed, and a man who was deaf and mute, He displays to us how He can meet us right where we have a need as well. However, this can only happen IF we will seek Him out in the same way through faith!

    Faith to See Jesus Mark 7:24-37 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” - IMP: What God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Transformed By Grace

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 633 views

    The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission.

    Transformed by Grace Intro: The story of Paul's conversion provides enduring lessons for the Church's mission. Scripture: Acts 9:1-19 Reflection As I reflect deeply on the profound connection between Saint Paul's conversion and the contemporary relevance of the Church in India, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 1) At Work Today! Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,470 views

    Many times in the Gospels, Jesus shows up in ways that people did not expect. He often defies expectations, both then and now, and as we look at three powerful moments in Scripture, we will see how Jesus reveals Himself in unexpected ways.

    Transformed by Truth: The Unexpected Jesus (sermon 1) At work today! Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction Have you ever had a moment when something or someone completely surprised you? Maybe you expected one outcome, but what actually happened caught you off guard and left you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fascinated By The Word

    Contributed by Ed Warfield on Apr 15, 2008
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     | 2,023 views

    God is a full-fledged Father filled with emotion who longs for me to come into alignment with His heart so that He can lavish His extravagant affection on me. His Word is the pathway to this experience.

    Fascinated By The Word – Proverbs 2:1 Intro.: Most people see God as a stoic, detached Being that silently watches humanity from far away. The truth is that He is a full-fledged Father filled with emotion and who longs for, loves and even desires me and who patiently waits for me to come ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic