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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    If Jesus Is God, Why Did Jesus Need To Pray? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 6, 2016
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,351 views

    The Gospels record 17 specific occasions when Jesus prayed. Jesus prayed at different times of the day. He prayed in different places. Sometimes He prayed on His own, and sometimes when His Disciples were with Him.

    Why did Jesus pray? This morning as we continue in our series on Dynamic Disciples our focus this month is on Prayer. The Bible records the words of 222 specific prayers - actual worded prayers, not just references to prayer with statements like he prayed or he called upon the name of the Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Devil Made Me Do It! Series

    Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 14, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,059 views

    Looking at the account of Ananias and Sapphira in four sections: 1. The Sin of Ananias and Sapphira, 2. The Courage of the Apostle Peter, 3. The Judgment of God, and 4. The Reaction of the people.

    THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT! Acts 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION That great preacher of old, Spurgeon said – and I quote, ‘Mark Antony once yoked two lions together and drove them through the streets of Rome, but no human skill can ever yoke together the Lion of the Tribe of Judah and the Lion of the Pit.’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    At Home With God

    Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Jan 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,667 views

    When we walk by faith; we can courageously face the hard realities of this world. It helps us to understand Paul's saying: absent from the body and present with the Lord.

    AT HOME WITH GOD Scripture Text: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8 Therefore, being always of good courage, and knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord— for we walk by faith, not by sight— we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Modern Day Disciples Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 13, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,150 views

    What does it mean to be a true Disciple of Jesus Christ? Is there a difference between a Christian and a Disciple?

    Modern Day Disciples - Part 2 Pastor Glenn Newton July 11, 2004 (New Chair Sunday) I want you to know what a privilidge it is to have you all here this morning, our church family has been praying and preparing for this day for several months now. We are excited about our New Chairs, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David Dunn avatar

    The Lord Is My Light

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025
     | 45 views

    God’s unchanging presence and guiding light free us from fear, empowering confident prayer, joyful worship, and courageous hope in every season of life.

    Opening Illustration – Confidence in Turbulence An airliner was making its way from New York to San Francisco. Midway across the country, one of the engines caught fire. The captain came on the intercom and calmly reassured the passengers, > “Don’t worry. The fire will be out soon. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Sermon – Remove From Your Place And Go After It! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 30, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,472 views

    We cannot be successful in the new year without embracing the task at hand, developing a proper attitude, embracing your destiny and the courage to accept the challenge. This is our time.

    Sermon – Remove From Your Place and Go After it! Scripture: Joshua 3:1-11 “And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. And it came to pass after three days, that the officers ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Honest Gabe Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 7, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,943 views

    Gabriel communicated God’s message to different kinds of people in very different circumstances; although he may have explained the content at different levels, he did not change the content. God’s truth is God’s truth: It is to be believed and undertood!

    Honest Gabe (topical) 1. Abraham Lincoln was often called "Honest Abe." His nickname was well-earned; his honesty was extreme. 2. Honesty and integrity are not only virtues of good people, they also characterize the holy angels, including the angel Gabriel. 3. But how do you do the biography of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Real Christmas Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,976 views

    Different people look at Christmas differently. Christmas is different for a rich man and a poor man. When is the good news of Christmas for you? Yes, what hs Christmas for you personally in your day to day struggle? Christmas has relevance for every one

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured The Real Christmas Introduction: Different people look at Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Salt Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,004 views

    When Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth” He is speaking of our conduct and character while yet living in this sin-cursed world. He is saying we are different or we ought to be different and live different than the rest of the world.

    “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.” (NIV.) Introduction Salt is a very precious commodity, especially during ancient times. It was so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Style Of Faith

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Sep 27, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,316 views

    Human beings all tend to agree that different people have different styles. Different style for dressing, work, schedules, you name it. Lifestyles define a person, because other people can watch that person in action. what is the lifestyle of faith?

    Human beings all tend to agree that different people have different styles. Different style for dressing, getting work done, schedules, you name it. Lifestyles define a person, because other people can watch that person in action. Clearly the lifestyle of world would be different from that of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Play It Safe Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 2, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,585 views

    20th in series on Joshua. This is about the tribe of Manasseh wanting more land, but not willing to fight for it. They lacked courage, so they whined about their condition. Sound familiar?

    Joshua 17:11-18 – Play It Safe I read of a report called Play It Safe. The report said, "Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20% of all fatal accidents. Do not stay home because 17% of all accidents occur in the home. Avoid walking on streets or sidewalks because 14% ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Study Of Nehemiah Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025
     | 411 views

    Nehemiah’s life teaches us the power of prayer, perseverance, and godly leadership. He was a man who saw a problem, took action, and led with integrity. His unwavering faith in God and his strategic approach to leadership made him one of the most influential figures in Israel’s history.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF NEHEMIAH – REBUILT JERUSALEM’S WALLS Main Text: Nehemiah 2:17 "Then said I unto them, Ye see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lieth waste, and the gates thereof are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we be no more a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Caleb Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025
     | 578 views

    Caleb was a man of great faith, courage, and perseverance. He stood firm in his trust in God, even when others doubted. His story teaches us to remain steadfast in our faith and to claim God's promises with boldness.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF CALEB – FAITHFUL SPY, ENTERED THE PROMISED LAND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Numbers 14:24 "But my servant Caleb, because he had another spirit with him, and hath followed me fully, him will I bring into the land whereinto he went; and his seed shall possess it." ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Thank God For That Friday Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 15, 2016
     | 6,532 views

    "Good" Friday was good for us, not for Jesus. As dark as it appeared, the following Sunday made all the difference.

    1. It's Friday, But Sunday's Comin' Dr. Tony Campolo once delivered a sermon entitled "It's Friday But Sunday's Comin'." Campolo preached that sermon one Sunday at his home church in Philadelphia. It is primarily an African-American congregation. He said He was really preaching his heart out that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is God Just?

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 21, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,461 views

    There is a difference between how the world responds to life’s darker moments and how God’s best servants react. It is the difference between desiring and deserving.

    OPENING: A magician working a cruise ship had recently purchased a parrot to be part of his act. However, the bird was not only clever but also annoying. It was constantly telling the audience how the magician accomplished each trick. For example, the bird would say to the audience, "He has the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ