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  • Carl Willis avatar

    Under Attack!

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 27, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 13,754 views

    Standing strong under fire.

    Today we are going to look at practical steps for standing strong when you are under attack! We will be using Christ’s temptation in the wilderness as our backdrop. Then Jesus was led out into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted there by the Devil. Matthew 4:1 (NLT) The first issue ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am Amazed

    Contributed by Richard Gardner on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,760 views

    I stand amazed everyday of the power and love of our great God.

    “I am Amazed” I am amazed as I stand in the presence of an Almighty God that in his own Words proclaim that he created the heavens and the earth and the waters. And then in his own words said “let there be light and there was light and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Three Aspects Of A Father

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,014 views

    Three aspects of a Spiritual Father from 1 John 1:12-14: Humility, Prayer, Love

    Three Aspects of a Father VCC 10/1/95 Introduction There are different seasons and times in natural and spiritual, now is a time for engathering, a time God wants to build the church Acts 1--a time for waiting Acts 2--a time of outpouring Acts 5:14--adding to their number Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Stumble Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,759 views

    Peter knew what it was like to stumble and fall He also knew what it was like to receive the grace of God after having falling

    1 Peter 2:4-12 VCC August 30, 1998 Don’t Stumble Introduction Peter is written to those who were going through all kinds of trials (1:6) He has exhorted the Christians to personal holiness in chapter 1 After encouraging personal holiness, he commanded them to have sincere love for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be Justified By Faith

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,062 views

    Too many people assume that the process involves going to church, learning to cite particular creeds or observing certain rituals. However, Paul teaches the Romans in this passage how Abraham was justified (established as right before God and acquitted fr

    How To Be Justified By Faith (Rom. 4:1-8) Illustration:God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity. Augustine. 1. Have you ever considered how to explain to another person the process of being justified by faith? Too ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sola Scriptura

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,074 views

    Preached on Reformation Sunday this meesage explores the concept of Scripture Alone.

    October 28, 2001 Reformation Sunday On October 31, 1517 a thirty-three year-old monk climbed the steps of church in Wittenberg Germany and nailed a list of 95 theses to the church’s door. Out of that act emerged an historical movement that would be known as the Protestant reformation. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing God's Will

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Oct 13, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 14,290 views

    Christians often struggle in knowing God’s will in their life. This message is about finding the will of God for your life, not by seeking His will but by seeking God.

    Knowing The Will Of God Phil 2:12,13 Introduction Ill. – Pastor, Iv’e been praying and praying for a job. Now I’ve got 3 job offers. How do I know which one to take. This message is about applying “Grace” to Knowing the will of God. I. THE FIRST KEY – THE FOUNDATION OF KNOWING GOD’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Weak And Strong Christians.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 16, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,895 views

    There is a time you can be right and altogether wrong.

    Weak and strong Christians. Rom. 14. 10/19/03 This morning I have a situation and I really need your help. I know that you have just been waiting for this moment and eager to help me. Because without your help this message will not be relevant at all. Because, you see, there is a time you can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hanging With The Wrong Crowd

    Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 15,073 views

    This message challenges the people of God to be willing to endure the same criticism our Lord endured from those who are modern day Pharisees - "He eats with sinners". We are challenged to touch the live of those in the "wrong crowd" with the message of

    (Elab = Elaborate point) (Trans = Transition) Luke 15:1-7 15:1 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them." 3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying: 4 "What man of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Problems With Carnal Christians

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 14, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,214 views

    Encourage people to not be argumentative through your own fine example. Paul writes, "Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.

    What are some of the best ways to relate to carnal Christians? 1. Let everyone know the advantages of being controlled by the Spirit versus the disadvantages of living according to one’s fleshly desires. Paul writes, "The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Building Dynamic Faith: Lesson 4: Thinking The Unthinkable

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 23, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,430 views

    God has promised to do the impossible in response to prayer. Let us recognize that throughout life, God has already done the humanly impossible. Realize God wants to do exceeding and abundantly beyond all that we ask or think.

    A. STATEMENTS ON PRAYER BY JERRY FALWELL (as taught by Jonathan Falwell). 1. Prayer can do anything God can do . . . and since God can do anything, prayer is omnipotent. 2. “Nothing of eternal significance ever happens apart from prayer.” 3. “Faith begins where man’s power ends.” 4. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can God Make A Rock So Big He Can't Lift It?

    Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,543 views

    Essentially, the questioner is asking, “Is there any way that the God who can make all things can make a rock so big that the God who can lift all things cannot lift it?” Worded this way, the inconsistency and meaningless nature of the question is reveale

    Can God Make a Rock So Big He Can’t Lift It? by Alex McFarland I had just finished speaking at the Spirit West Coast festival and was enjoying the sunny California weather when I noticed a group of teens huddled together, whispering to one another. Curious, I watched while a boy of about 16 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Sherman Gordon avatar

    The Art Of Teaching Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,622 views

    Everything we have learned in life is the direct result of somebody teaching us by word or deed. Paul talking to his protege’ Timothy instructs him on how to live a spiritual and ethical life.

    DISCOVERING YOUR GIFT; THE ART OF TEACHING I TIMOTHY 4:14-16 ONE OF THE MANY DEFINITIONS OFFERED UP BY MERRIAM WEBSTER FOR THE WORD ART IS “THE USE OF SKILL AND IMAGINATION IN THE PRODUCTION OF THINGS OF BEAUTY.” WHEN ONE CONSIDERS THE BEAUTY THAT EMERGES WHEN A STUDENT GRASPS A CONCEPT THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The Empty

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 24, 2007
    based on 71 ratings
     | 25,330 views

    It may not make sense but with God less is more and nothing is everything

    The prophet says: Go borrow empty vessels and borrow not a few How strange it seems to the natural mind that the answer to this woman’s dilemma did not begin with fullness, but with emptiness. The natural mind would immediately begin to look for an overflow an abundance, a great quantity or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Thyatira: Jezebel's Jewel Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 31, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,307 views

    Seven Letters to Seven Churches (4th in series).

    THYATIRA: JEZEBEL’S JEWEL Revelation 2:18-29 INTRO: Thyatira was the least important of all the seven cities yet it received the longest letter. It was built in a broad valley, originally as a garrison of soldiers to protect the city of Pergamos. There were many good products that were made in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist