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  • Mark Nichols avatar

    What To Do With Discouragement - Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Nov 29, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,347 views

    Nehemiah was a motivational leader and knew how to battle discouragement among his people as they rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem.

    TEXT: Nehemiah 4 TITLE: What to do with Discouragement - Nehemiah SERIES: When Life Gets Messy TOPIC: Discouragement OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, November 15, 2009 PROP.: INTRODUCTION: Good morning! As you probably remember, we are in a sermon series called When Life Gets Messy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Candles & Pitchers!

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 23, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,050 views

    For way too long we have bought in on the misconception that bigger is the only way to win the battles as a Church.

    Scripture: Judges 7:1 – Title: “Candles & Pitchers” THE PROBLEM! · God’s people were under persecution of an enemy as a result of “Idol Worship! (Again!) · Israel couldn’t be satisfied with ONLY One God, they wanted to worship other gods ALSO! / “Idol Worship” was a CONSTANT problem! / ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Most Important Victory After The Revival Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,827 views

    There were some battles that Elijah fought after the fire fell from heaven that was as important as the fire falling.

    ELIJAH—A MAN OF LIKE PASSIONS 09 The Most Important Victory After the Revival TEXT: 1 Kings 18:38-40 1 Kings 18:38-40 KJV [38] Then the fire of the LORD fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Defusing Duplicity Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 17, 2017
     | 6,122 views

    This is the first lesson in a series based on James MacDonald's book, Authentic. This lesson battles the problem of hypocrisy.

    1. Fake Cars In the 1970’s, Bradley Automotive sold a fiberglass body kit that fit perfectly onto a VW bug chassis. The body was very modern in style and design, giving the impression that it was an expensive GT or GT2 sports car. On the outside it looked expensive, showy, and modern but on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "who's Your Father" Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 8, 2021
     | 2,689 views

    It was a battle of wits when Jesus Jesus made it clear we are either Children of God or Children of Abraham

    “WHO’S YOUR FATHER?” John 8:30-58 Message # 19 In Gospel of John 2021 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ June 07, 2021 Video Link to The message: https://youtu.be/XOcR4B6mikY INTRODUCTION: 1.) In many ways PEI, is a large family community, and people at one part of the island ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can You Hear The Sound Of Marching?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2019
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     | 9,014 views

    David's battles with the Philistines provide a model for Christians as they resist the intrusion of the world into daily life.

    “The Philistines came up yet again and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. And when David inquired of the LORD, he said, ‘You shall not go up; go around to their rear, and come against them opposite the balsam trees. And when you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hands Lifted To The Lord Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 2, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,764 views

    There is a spiritual battle going on in our world and our own relatives and friends are being attacked; are we praying?

    Let us continue our worship of God by continuing our study of the Book of Exodus. Please open your Bibles to Exodus 17….. By the way, we will celebrate Communion next week instead of today. We have been following the Hebrews now freed from Egypt and led and provided for my God. We have noted how ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,861 views

    We all face attacks from the enemy in our lives. We need to learn to battle this enemy

    Opener: This morning, we are going to be talking about a critical topic that really needs to be addressed. We are talking about spiritual warfare. Since the moment we were born into this earth, we have been in a battle, whether we knew about the battle or not, it has been happening all around us! ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Breaking Generational Judgements Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 153 views

    Some of the battles we face are linked to unfinished matters of the past—whether in our families, ministries, or nations.

    BREAKING GENERATIONAL JUDGEMENTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Supporting Texts: Exodus 34:7, Galatians 3:13, Ezekiel 18:20, Lamentations 5:7, Numbers 14:18 INTRODUCTION: In 2 Samuel 21, a famine plagued Israel for three consecutive years. David, being a spiritually ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 775 views

    This sermon explores the metaphor of the Christian as a warrior, equipped with the armor of God, actively engaging in spiritual battles with faith.

    Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in fellowship, to lift our voices in praise, and to open our hearts to the wisdom of His Word. Today, we stand on the cusp of a powerful revelation, a divine message that has the potential to ...read more

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    Putting On All Of God's Armor

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Jun 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,807 views

    You wouldn’t think of leaving the house without the proper clothes on, right? We wouldn’t dare send our soldiers into battle without any armor and weapons, right? Then why are we so lax when it comes to spiritual battle?

    Putting on all God’s Armor Ephesians 6 Why did Paul want the Ephesians to put on God’s armor? 1:3 B/c they were already blessed with every spiritual blessing 1:22 B/c all is under Christ’s authority for the benefit of the church 2:10 B/c they were masterpieces to be taken care of and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Warfare 101 Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,192 views

    All of us are engaged in a battle every single day of our life! This is a battle where no one can go AWOL! Dr. Dunn continues the series: "Finding Hope In The Midst Of Suffering" while looking at the reality of the spiritual war that every person faces. L

    I. The Presence of Satan a. He is real b. He is alive c. He is active II. The Activity of Satan a. He has direct access to God… Job 1:6 b. He seeks to destroy… Job 1:17; 1 Pet. 5:8 i. He blinds our minds…(2 Cor. 4:4) ii. He seduces our hearts… (2 Cor. 11:3) iii. He hinders our ministries… (1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Generous Life Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 18, 2014
     | 9,278 views

    Are you tight with your treasure? You’ll be tight with your heart as well. It’s the age old battle that we all fight… the battle between selfishness and generosity. Truly, it is more blessed to give generously than it is to receive.

    The Generous Life John 12:1-8 Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 Here a dinner was given in Jesus' honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. 3 Then Mary took about a pint ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Not Ready For Change

    Contributed by David Shoots on Feb 11, 2023
     | 3,649 views

    As a Christian, there is a spiritual battle. It is a battle between the spirit and the flesh. Our text tells us that the things I want to do, I don’t do but the things I don’t want to do, that I do. Are we ready for a Change in our life?

    NOT READY FOR CHANGE As a Christian, there is a spiritual battle. It is a battle between the spirit and the flesh. Our text tells us that the things I want to do, I don’t do but the things I don’t want to do, that I do. Oh wretched man that I am, who will deliver me from this body of death? We all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Strength In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,176 views

    Stand against Satan in the strength of the Lord.

    Finding Strength in the Lord Ephesians 6:10-13 Rev. Brian Bill May 25-26, 2024 This past week, I watched a few segments from a documentary called, “Deadly Hunters.” I was hooked after reading the synopsis: “Earth is home to fearsome creatures armed to the teeth and in possession of a predatory ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist