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  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Journey Through Acts (Part 7) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 7, 2024
     | 1,335 views

    In Acts 9, Paul's conversion reveals an unshakable conviction and an unexpected confrontation, which ultimately to an uncommon conversion.

    The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (7) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 9:1-22 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/6/2017 As most of you know, we’re already seven weeks into a ten-week journey through the book of Acts and it feels like we’ve barely begun. In sense, Acts 1:8 seems to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    But If Not... Or Five Facts About Faith

    Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 24, 2001
    based on 531 ratings
     | 31,227 views

    THIS MESSAGE EXAMINES FIVE ASPECTS OF SHADRACH, MESHACH AND ABEDNEGO’S FAITH WHEN THEY WERE CONFRONTED WITH THE BURNING FIERY FURNACE

    BUT IF NOT.... OR FIVE FACTS ABOUT FAITH DAN 3:10-18 I. BACKGROUND II. AN ENCOUNTER WITH FAITH A. (15) Given a second chance - “If you be ready...” B. “Who is that God that shall deliver out of my hands?” C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Situation Of Immorality PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 696 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining purity within the church, confronting sin, and the urgency of purging evil from our midst.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, sharing in the love and grace that our Heavenly Father so generously pours out upon us. As we gather in this sacred space, let's remember that we are not just attendees, but active participants in God's grand ...read more

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    Sacrificial Bravery PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 673 views

    This sermon challenges believers to confront complacency, embrace courage, and commit to living a life that glorifies God, following Christ's example.

    Good morning, beloved in Christ. I am delighted to stand before you today, a humble servant, tasked with sharing the richness of God's word. As we gather in fellowship, I am reminded of the words of Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "A Bible that’s falling apart usually belongs to someone who ...read more

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    Preaching To A Superstitious Crowd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 613 views

    This sermon explores staying grounded in Christ amidst distractions, challenging superstitions, and confronting fears with unwavering faith in God's promises.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. Today, we gather once again, not as mere acquaintances, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. Today, we're going to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom of God's word, allowing it to shape us, mould us, and guide us on our path ...read more

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    The Lord's Prayer Choices-Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,204 views

    Each line of the Lord’s Prayer confronts us with spiritual and life choices. How will we pray? How will we live?

    The Lord’s Prayer Choices---Part 2 Matthew 6:9-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO “Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. Forgive us our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Changing Our Behavior In The New Year

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Dec 30, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 5,112 views

    This message confronts Herod’s behavior, and how we as Christians need to change our behvior to be more reflective of a Christian lifestyle.

    This time of year, many people get around to making some "New Years Resolutions". No doubt, some well intended resolutions that may last for a while, but not all resolutions get kept, and most have gone by the way saide within just a few short weeks. But I want us as we approach a New year to think ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    In The Valley Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 19, 2007
    based on 65 ratings
     | 24,071 views

    Jehoshaphat and Judah should not have won this battle... under ordinary circumstances. How did they prepare to be used by God in this momentous confrontation?

    OPEN: (We played Don Francisco’s Song "Jehoshaphat" after reading the text... it’s worth buying his CD just for personal enjoyment) One of the oldest books on warfare was written by Sun Tzu. It’s called the Art Of War and in its 13 chapters, Sun Tzu laid down some basic principles of how to wage ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Part 16 - Matthew 12:43-45 - Playing Whack-A-Demon! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Nov 16, 2010
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,164 views

    Even when confronted they were abrasive and uncooperative, malevolent. It took some time to EVICT them, and there was always the danger that they would RETURN.

    Part 16 - Matthew 12:43-45 - PLAYING WHACK-A-DEMON! Many years ago I worked in an organisation called SCILS - Sunshine Coast Independent Living Skills. We worked with people who had mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. David (not his real name) was helped to find a place to rent in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Python Spirits

    Contributed by Chika Ossai-Ugbah on Jun 23, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 35,001 views

    It treats demonic avenues through which people are deceived and enslaved even with the supernatural. It calls on believers for discernment and confrontation through prayers

    In Acts 16:16, Paul and Silas encountered a young woman who prophesied to them through what Luke calls a “spirit of divination.” However, the Greek word from which “divination” is translated is python. “Python” was a word associated with prophecy amongst the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Realization

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 6, 2025
     | 121 views

    This sermon confronts our deep-seated desire for control with the liberating truth that our steps are not ours to direct, but God's.

    Introduction: The Illusion of Control My brothers and sisters, we live in a world that worships at the altar of self-sufficiency. We are told from a young age to "be the captain of your own ship," to "chart your own course." We make five-year plans, we create vision boards, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Table-Flipper Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 80 views

    Jesus confronts anything that blocks true worship, clears space for outsiders to encounter God, and invites wholehearted praise that honors the Father.

    INTRODUCTION Palm Sunday tends to paint a very specific picture in our minds. Children waving palm branches. A gentle Jesus seated on a humble donkey, smiling, receiving cheers like a beloved hometown hero. We imagine sunshine, hope in the air, families lining the streets. It feels like the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Ehud - Deformity Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025
     | 51 views

    There is strength when a great church (a body of believers) are led by a great leader who will confront evil and give people peace.

    A. THE OPPRESSOR OF ISRAEL – EGLON: JUDGES 3:12-14 1. Repeated sin. “The Israelites again did evil in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord strengthened Eglon the king of Moab against Israel” (3:12). a. Why would God use an evil person? As an instrument of punishment for His sinning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Fight Back PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,557 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to bravely confront spiritual battles, build spiritual strength, and claim victory in Christ through the armor of God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our common love for the Lord. We are here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are not bystanders, but soldiers in the spiritual battlefield, armed with the armor of ...read more

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    Our Freedom In Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 894 views

    This sermon explores confronting legalism, embracing Christ's liberation, and living in the freedom of God's grace as highlighted in Galatians 2:11-21.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine narrative God is writing in our lives. We are not bystanders, but rather, we are the living epistles of God’s grace, the tangible expressions of His love and mercy. ...read more

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