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    The Perfect Storm

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on May 2, 2013
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     | 7,495 views

    What can we aquire through the perfect storm

    THE PERFECT STORM Text. Mrk 4: 35- Intro: What do we acquire thru the perfect storm? What characterizes a perfect storm? Can we predict’em like a weatherman.. A husband and his wife were sound asleep when suddenly the phone rang. The husband picked up the phone and said, "Hello? How in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Power Of Consistent Word Study Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 22, 2025
     | 268 views

    The Word of God is the foundation of the believer’s life. It is not a book of history or literature, but the living breath of God, carrying power to transform, instruct, heal, and equip.

    THE POWER OF CONSISTENT WORD STUDY Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 1:8 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Colossians 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 4:4 INTRODUCTION: The Word of God is the foundation of the believer’s life. It is not a book of history or literature, but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    From Darkness To Victory Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 24, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,525 views

    This is the 37th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#37] FROM DARKNESS TO VICTORY Luke 10:17-24 Introduction: Imagine a group of Jesus’ followers, once timid and uncertain, now bursting with joy and confidence. They return to Jesus, exclaiming, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name!” Their eyes shine with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit And Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025
     | 164 views

    The Holy Spirit empowers believers with boldness and courage to proclaim Christ fearlessly, even in the face of opposition, making evangelism fruitful and effective.

    THE HOLY SPIRIT AND EVANGELISM – Boldness To Preach Christ By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 4:29-31 Key Verse: “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.” – ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Asking God To Bless Me--A Preview Of The Jabez Territory Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 12,034 views

    To help apply what this Jabez prayer challenges a church family to do-and an individual’s role in that challenge

    “Asking God to Bless Me!” --Preview of the Jabez Territory (The Challenges of the Prayer of Jabez Part 1 of 6) (Much of this message was developed from Bruce Wilkinson’s presentation on Visionary Leadership at the “Walk Thru Life with Purpose” Conference in Largo, FL, Feb. 5-7, 2002.) [I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Call To Christ-Like Controversy: Do You Have The Guts To Be Unpopular?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022
     | 1,111 views

    There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time.

    There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time. But, many a time, we come across a moment, when we are called to be unpopular for Christ, and we sidestep it. But there is no honor in such a thing, to sidestep ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Demonic Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,484 views

    Many churches operate with demonic wisdom rather than with heavenly wisdom. James confronts us, calling us to recognise the evil that can destroy us.

    JAMES 3:13-16 DEMONIC WISDOM “If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Servant People

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009
     | 3,482 views

    This sermon focuses on Jesus’ challenge for an "Upside Down Kingdom" challenging us to be first by being last. This is a call to except that challenge and become first place in the things God wants us to be excellent in.

    Mark 10:35-45 35 Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. "Teacher," they said, "we want you to do for us whatever we ask." 36 "What do you want me to do for you?" he asked. 37 They replied, "Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your left in your glory." 38 "You ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God Is For Life Not Just Christmas And Sundays Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 2, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,733 views

    This year, make following Christ the central purpose of your life. Joshua’s ancient challenge to the Israelite families is a challenge to us today as Children of the living God, a challenge to embrace a changed life.

    It’s the first day and the first Sunday of 2017 so Happy New Year to you. 2017... Where did 2016 go? Does it feel like the years are getting shorter? Maybe it’s an age thing or maybe it’s because the world seems to move at a faster pace than it used to. The Post Office is now referred to as snail ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Prayer In Gethsemane SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,455 views

    Exploring the Garden of Gethsemane, we delve into the profound strength of prayer as demonstrated by Jesus. This sermon aims to help us appreciate the gift of prayer that God has generously given us.

    As we examine the Garden at Gethsemane, the place where Jesus prayed, let us recognize the incredible power of prayer that God has graciously given us. The Garden at Gethsemane holds various images in our minds - images of prayer, agony, and betrayal. It is a beautiful location, and tourists ...read more

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    Forgiven To Forgive Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,719 views

    As challenging as it may be Christians are called to place no limitations on their forgiveness of others.

    Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiven to Forgive” INTRODUCTION The self-help industry is a multi-billion dollar business. There are millions of people, like you and me, who are willing to shell out significant amounts of cash in order to attain the nirvana of success. They develop seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Going Through The Motions Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 22, 2023
     | 1,695 views

    Haggai challenges the people to get their hearts right

    Haggai: The Best is Yet to Come Haggai 2:10-19 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-22-23 Intro [ I dressed as a “rock star” and pretended to play “Eruption” by Eddie Van Halen.] Angel is right. I’m not a rock star. I was just “going through the motions.” Through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nobody But God

    Contributed by Sheila Bowling on Jan 17, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,408 views

    Facing challenges with success, only with the Lord in on our side.

    Nehemiah 2:17, 18 - Nehemiah 6:15, 16 It Was Nobody But God When something happens, we want to know the outcome. We don’t you want me to take all day. We want the details, so hurry up and make your point. And that goes for every part of our lives, even at a time like this. Even right now, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church, A Place Of Safety For The Spiritual Weak. Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,883 views

    A message challenging mature believers to show compassion to the spiritually weak.

    The church, a place of safety Part 1 Text: John 8:1-12 Main thought: The church, a place of safety for the spiritually weak Introduction: 1. What should have been a place of safety had become a seat of accusation. What should have encouraged – now depressed What should have fostered ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Actions Of A Godly Servant

    Contributed by Greg Addison on May 2, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,026 views

    Here is a message that uses the life and actions of Nehemiah as a lesson to challenge and teach the true nature of a servant. This message would work for either dicsipleship or as a challenge for an ordination service.

    THE ACTIONS OF A MAN GOD USES One of the greatest issues facing the church today is the dearth of leadership. There has never been a greater need for God called, God inspired, God equipped leadership. God has however taught us all we need to learn about leadership in the Bible. He has also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist