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  • bala samson avatar

    Now My Eyes See You Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 26, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,131 views

    I pray that God would pour His anointing on me so that it permeates through this Word and reaches people who read it everywhere! No matter when and where, I want you to hear His voice through this message!

    But NOW my eye see YOU! Job 42:5 " I have heard of You by the hearing of the ear, But now my eye sees You.” I pray that God would pour His anointing on me so that it permeates through this Word and reaches people who read it everywhere! No matter when and where, I want you to hear His ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christian Character Counts In Citizenship. Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 25, 2013
     | 4,749 views

    As citizens of the Kingdom of God our Christlike character is vital as a witness to his grace for His glory.

    Titus 3:1-11 KJV Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work, 2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men. 3 For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    But Now My Eye Sees You!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 25, 2013
     | 5,885 views

    I pray that God would pour His anointing on me so that it permeates through this Word and reaches people who read it everywhere!

    But NOW my eye sees YOU! Job 42:5 " I have heard of You by the hearing of the ear, But now my eye sees You.” Our Weblink:http://www.worshipjesusministriestrust.org/ I pray that God would pour His anointing on me so that it permeates through this Word and reaches people who read it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come-Help-Us

    Contributed by Rick Brown on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,991 views

    BILL HYBELS SAID “THE WORK OF THE CHURCH AROUND ME KILLS THE WORK OF GOD IN ME.” HOW TRUE THAT IS. IN THE MODERN AMERICAN CHURCH WE SO OFTEN FORGET ABOUT THE SIMPLICITY OF WHAT OUR WORK AS CHRISTIANS IS ALL ABOUT. THAT WORK IS TO BRING ETERNAL GLORY TO

    COME – HELP- US ACTS 16:6-10 INTRO: BILL HYBELS SAID “THE WORK OF THE CHURCH AROUND ME KILLS THE WORK OF GOD IN ME.” HOW TRUE THAT IS. IN THE MODERN AMERICAN CHURCH WE SO OFTEN FORGET ABOUT THE SIMPLICITY OF WHAT OUR WORK AS CHRISTIANS IS ALL ABOUT. THAT WORK IS TO BRING ETERNAL GLORY TO GOD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Handle A Tko

    Contributed by Edmund Sherrill on Jan 11, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,595 views

    A knockout is when one is unable to rise from the canvas within a specific period of time. But, there is another term often used in the sport of boxing called a TKO. A TKO, which is a technical knock out is often declared when someone else decides that a

    “How to Handle A TKO” Acts 14:19 One of the most devastating experiences one can suffer in the sport of boxing is to suffer a knockout. A knockout is when one is unable to rise from the canvas within a specific period of time. But, there is another term often used in the sport of boxing called a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Doctrine Of Election (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cortes on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,093 views

    This is part 1 of a series of sermons on the doctrine of election. The sermon seeks all throughout to be Biblically rooted, and as a consequence adopts the Reformed view of the doctrine.

    “Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” (Eph. 1:4) INTRODUCTION Why preach on this controversial topic? (1) To honor John Calvin. This year is the 500th anniversary of his birth. He wasn’t perfect, he did some terrible things (mainly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Fear & The Holy Spirit At Pentecost

    Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,336 views

    Jesus told us to wait for the Holy Spirit because He knew that faith alone would not be enough.

    Acts 2:1-13 Acts 1:1-17, 21-26 Like Easter or Christmas we know exactly what will hear today don’t we?! Pentecost is the pivotal point in history of Church; it is the birthday of the Church, the day when the powerful Spirit of God was infused into early Church. Today I want us to think about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Needs Of The Church Today

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 17, 2011
     | 4,423 views

    Church members need to be alive in the Lord.

    NEEDS OF THE CHURCH TODAY Rev.3: 1And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. 2Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Studies In Genesis: Introduction Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 14, 2011
     | 3,289 views

    This is a study of the book of Genesis. Genesis and Revelation are two of the most disputed books in the Bible. The premise of this study is the foundation of creation.

    Note: When doing a study on a book in the Bible you use a lot of resources. The major influence for me on this study of Genesis is The Genesis Record by Henry Morris. Introduction Genesis and Revelation are two of the most disputed books of the Bible. These books have been debated for ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Right Response To The Ground-Zero Mosque Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Sep 10, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,137 views

    It’s hype is consuming every possible media outlet: television news anchors, radio talk show schedules, newspaper inkwells, WordPress servers, and email inboxes… ‘Should we or should we not?’ President Obama approves (no surprise).

    August 2010: “Ground-Zero Mosque?” It’s hype is consuming every possible media outlet: television news anchors, radio talk show schedules, newspaper inkwells, WordPress servers, and email inboxes… ‘Should we or should we not?’ President Obama approves (no surprise). NYC Mayor Bloomberg & the NYT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus On Scripture - 1

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 10, 2010
     | 2,869 views

    What is the major reason that Christians believe the Bible is the inspired word of God and fully authoritative over our lives?

    Dakota Community Church October 10, 2010 Jesus on Scripture - 1 I want you to think for a minute as we begin this morning about how you would react, what you would do, if U2 front man Bono were to come walking into the service just now. Perhaps you are not a U2 fan so what if it were Clint ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Shane Brown avatar

    The Five Signs Of A Believer

    Contributed by Shane Brown on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 42,813 views

    Pastor Shane Brown talks about the five signs that Jesus said would follow those who believe on Him.

    In the great commission that Jesus gave us, He said that five signs would follow all those that believe on Him. Well, as we look at much of the church today, or should I say, so called "church", we see very little, if any of the five signs following those who proclaim to be Christians. These signs ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Living Water For A Lonely Life Series

    Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Mar 23, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,173 views

    Jesus turns a loser in life, the Samaritan woman at the well, to a leader of others to Him.

    Living Water for a Lonely Life; By Jim Highland John 4:5 - 4:43 Jesus turns a loser in life to a leader of others. Most of us are familiar with the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Jesus and his disciples chose to go through Samaria as he leaves Jerusalem. The usual route ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Has His Hand On History Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 2, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,132 views

    Nebuchadnezzar had a dream. However, not only did he not know what it meant, neither could he remember it. His advisors could not tell him what I the dream was, much less what it meant. Finally, Daniel was summoned and did both. Four great kingdoms were d

    SERMON God Has His Hand on History Text: "And ... shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever" (Dan. 2:44). Scripture Reading: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Inhibiters To Christian Patience

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 6, 2011
     | 2,283 views

    THIS PSALM IS AN ENCOURAGEMENT FOR US TO CONTINUE TO “WAIT ON GOD” FOR HIS TIMING, PLAN, AND ACTION. THIS PSALM ALSO IDENTIFIES THE TWO MOST SIGNIFICANT ISSUES IN OUR LIVES THAT WILL WORK AGAINST OUR “WAITING ON THE LORD”.

    THE INHIBITERS TO CHRISTIAN PATIENCE PSALM 37 INTRODUCTION: THIS PSALM IS AN ENCOURAGEMENT FOR US TO CONTINUE TO “WAIT ON GOD” FOR HIS TIMING, PLAN, AND ACTION. THIS PSALM ALSO IDENTIFIES THE TWO MOST SIGNIFICANT ISSUES IN OUR LIVES THAT WILL WORK AGAINST OUR “WAITING ON THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist