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  • John Hamby avatar

    How To Live Life Successfully Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 31, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 27,023 views

    Principles on how to live life successful taken from Joshua assuming leadership of the Israelites.

    A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon 1 “How to Live Life Successfully” Joshua 1:1-9 Success is a difficult thing to truly define. “Among the apostles, the one absolutely stunning success was Judas, and the one thoroughly groveling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Action Pattern For A Crossover People

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,699 views

    Just as God brought the Israelites into the Promised Land, He has called us out of the darkness of the world to live lives full of victory, crossing over the flooded streams of this life.

    “Action Pattern for a Crossover People,” Joshua 3:5-17 Introduction An old writer said that Faith and Reason may be compared to two travelers. Faith is like a man in full health, who can walk his twenty or thirty miles at a time without suffering. Reason is like a little child, who can only, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Navigating Life’s Storms Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 20, 2023
     | 5,284 views

    A storm could be a financial hardship, a personal loss, a sickness, or a troubled relationship. We can’t always predict them. We can’t outrun them. But we can navigate through them by the power and presence of God.

    Sermon – Navigating Life’s Storms Scripture-Acts 27:13-44 ‘When a light wind began blowing from the south, the sailors thought they could make it. So they pulled up anchor and sailed close to the shore of Crete. 14 But the weather changed abruptly, and a wind of typhoon strength (called a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "the Veteran"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 8, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,716 views

    What its like to be a veteran in service for Jesus.

    2 Timothy 2:3-4 2 The Soldier 1. Veterans Must “Be Strong” • Veterans give up the safety and security of their own homes. That’s strong . • They left behind family and friends that’s strong. • Some surrendered their personal plans for education and career. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Praise God? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 11, 2019
     | 3,906 views

    Why should we praise god and how often should we be doing it?

    Last week we learned about Godly Leader/Judge Deborah, Israel’s Army Commander Barak, and a special woman Jael who decided to take the life of an evil person Sisera who was the commander of the Army who went against Israel. Today we will read the praises to God of Deborah and Barak. Open your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Overflowing Anointing

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 626 views

    The Anointing of God is available in an overflowing dimensions for ready vessels to be equipped for supernatural exploits.

    The Overflowing Anointing Study Text: Psalm 23:1-6 Introduction - Beloved, Psalm 23 is not just a psalm for funerals, it is a psalm for fullness. - David is not singing about death here, but about divine abundance. He says, “Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” - The oil in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visionary View: Don't Hide In Plain Sight Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,472 views

    When we choose not to hide in plain sight, we become catalysts for change. Our visibility allows God's love to flow through us, touching the lives of those around us.

    "Visionary View: Don't Hide in Plain Sight" Today, we delve into the concept of not hiding in plain sight, a vital message rooted in the New Living Translation of the Bible. Matthew 5:14-16 (NLT): "You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Confronting Domestic Violence Pastorally Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

    This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Confronting Domestic Violence Pastorally Women who have ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sovereignty And Salvation: The Hand & Heart Of God

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Aug 19, 2024
     | 558 views

    If I understand God’s hand in and heart towards creation, I can choose to trust Him to rule over my life and remain under His protection. I know that He loves me and only wants the best for me and that His plan for my life is good and perfect.

    Last Sunday, we began looking at the topic of God’s sovereignty which talks about the preeminence, power, and authority of God. Today we will be speaking on the Sovereignty of God and Salvation: The Hand and Heart of God. Studying the doctrine of sovereignty helps us to make sense of evil and what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Smarter Than A Disciple? Series

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 25, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,805 views

    Second sermon in series. It looks at the way God uses simple, ordinary people to do his will.

    Are you Smarter than a Disciple? Luke 6:12-16, 9:1-6 Please turn to Luke 6:12-16 We are continuing our series this morning entitled, “Are you smarter than a fifth grader?” Today, we are asking the question, “Are you smarter than a disciple?” And I’ve got to tell you, it doesn’t take much. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Message Of The Angel - ’do Not Be Afraid’

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 17, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,941 views

    The Message of the Angel - ’Do Not Be Afraid’. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info).

    SERMON OUTLINE: 1. The "Do not be afraid" of the impossible. (Luke 1:13). 2. The "Do not be afraid" of unanswered prayer: (Luke 1: 30). 3. The "Do not be afraid of salvation. (Luke 2:10-11). 4. The "Do not be afraid" of obedience. (Matthew 1:20). SERMON BODY: Quote: • Researchers at Johns ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Strong In Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 108 views

    Fixing our thoughts on Christlike virtues transforms our minds and actions, inviting God’s peace to dwell with us in everyday life.

    Friends, can we slow down for a moment? What’s been swirling in your thoughts today? The ache of a deadline? The ping of a notification that didn’t bring the news you hoped for? The reel of what-ifs that wears you thin? If your mind feels like a treadmill that won’t stop, you’re in good company. ...read more

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    Living Under God's Open Heaven PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 110 views

    God’s generous presence and blessing are available to us through prayer, inviting us to trust, receive, and live confidently under His open heaven.

    Some mornings feel like the sky sits low and gray, as if our prayers push against a ceiling of clouds. Bills stack, hearts ache, and strength thins out around the edges. And then we read a line of Scripture and it’s as if God opens a window and lets a fresh breeze run through the room. That’s what ...read more

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    Walk In Newness Of Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 138 views

    Through union with Christ’s death and resurrection, believers receive a new identity, freedom from sin, and the power to live transformed lives.

    Friend, take a deep breath. The God who raised Jesus Christ from the dead is nearer than your next heartbeat. He is not reluctant. He is not distant. He is ready—ready to speak life where you’ve heard only the rustle of regret, ready to steady trembling hands and tired hearts. I think of a ...read more

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    Set Apart: How God Launches Movements PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025
    based on 4 ratings
     | 142 views

    God moves powerfully when His people worship, fast, and pray together, listening for the Spirit’s direction and responding with obedient, unified action.

    Some of the greatest moves of God begin in the most ordinary rooms. A small circle of friends. A whispered hymn. A hunger that words can’t quite describe. Picture it: believers, shoulder to shoulder, hearts steady and still, waiting in worship. No spotlight, no stagecraft—just saints who want the ...read more

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