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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    What Did The Lord Say To Martin Luther?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,713 views

    I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him.

    What did the Lord say to Martin Luther? Thesis: I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him. Texts: Martin Luther’s two favorite passages. Romans 1:17 For in the gospel a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    I Choose Joy

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,170 views

    This message is about our ability to experience joy even during the worst times of our lives. God's joy is not based on our circumstances, but on the One we serve.

    I Choose Joy Scripture: James 1:2-4; Nehemiah 8:10; Proverbs 17:22; Luke 6:45 Good morning Strangers Rest – didn’t we have a good sermon last week? Rev. Bobo’s message on how to win souls, if we take it to heart, prepares us for witnessing to our neighbors on September 8th during our Church on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Developing Intimacy With God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 4, 2025
     | 1,660 views

    Developing intimacy with God is the highest pursuit of the Christian life. It requires intentionality, consistency, and a deep hunger for His presence.

    DEVELOPING INTIMACY WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:1 Jeremiah 29:13 Psalm 27:4 John 15:4-5 Philippians 3:10 Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 2 - Walk With God And Fulfill His Purpose Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,147 views

    Every believer has been chosen by God to fulfill a specific purpose in and through their lives. Only those who walk with God and discern His will can accomplish that purpose and bring glory to God.

    We read in 1 Samuel 2:35, And I will raise up for myself a faithful priest, who shall do according to what is in my heart and in my mind. And I will build him a sure house, and he shall go in and out before my anointed forever. (ESV) The Lord’s promise to us for the New Year is that God will build ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Sermon # 22 - Find Your Strength In God Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 23, 2025
     | 536 views

    Through all the trial and hardships that came to David, he persevered because he found strength in the Lord and walked in His ways. If we too can recall God’s faithfulness and pray fervently, there will be nothing we need fear, because the Lord will stand by us to deliver us from all our troubles.

    We read in Psalm 84:5, “Blessed is the man whose strength is in You; Your ways are in their hearts.” (LITV) We are blessed when God is our strength If one were to ask the question, ‘Who is a blessed person or one who is blessed by God?’ the answer can be found in the above mentioned verse. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Paul Newell avatar

    Following Or Falling In The Footsteps Of Jesus

    Contributed by Paul Newell on Nov 1, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 14,796 views

    In spite of our call to follow Jesus, in spite of the mountain top experiences we often fail and find ourselves doubting our usefulness to God. Jesus’ first and last command is simply to "Follow Me".

    Following Or Falling In The Footsteps Of Jesus (This message was preached the first Sunday following a two week tour of Israel in October of 2001. Along with the message a PowerPoint presentation interspersed with pictures of locations referred to in the message was used. For information on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Hinds Feet On My High Places

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 8, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 41,172 views

    Luther often said there is a great divinity in pronouns. There is a vast difference between the Lord is the shepherd, a shepherd, and the Lord is MY shepherd. In this message I will talk about spiritual mountain top experiences.

    Hinds Feet on My High Places Hab 3:19 The LORD God [is] my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds’ [feet], and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. This text speaks to me of spiritual mountain top experiences. Though God may not want us to live on the mountain top (cf. Mk 9), for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Hiehle avatar

    How's Your Heart?

    Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 20, 2001
    based on 415 ratings
     | 35,738 views

    In order to experience real growth in your life, the condition of your heart will determine what God’s Word can do in your life.

    Luke 8:1-15 "How Is Your Heart?" By Rev. Mark Hiehle The Parable of the sower, is a very familiar portion of scripture. It can be very tempting to think to yourself, "I’ve heard this story, hundreds of times before, and there is nothing new here for me." Because we think that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Sixth Sense

    Contributed by Joseph Bryant, Jr. on Dec 26, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 12,764 views

    Understanding the ministry of the Holy Spirit, who gives us a "Sixth Sense" to live in victory. Learning to experience the power and guidance of God’s Spirit.

    “THE SIXTH SENSE” Experiencing the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit Acts 1:1-8 By Pastor Joseph Bryant, Jr. In 1999, Hollywood Pictures released one of the most thrilling and popular movies of the past decade. This chilling film presented the story of a child psychologist who was assigned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    The Holy Spirit Is Life Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 6,650 views

    The Holy Spirit wants us to experience life to the fullest and will empower us with the creative nature of God. Life with the Holy Spirit really is a life of adventure.

    The Holy Spirit is Life September 2002 John 6:63 “The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.” Romans 8:1-2 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Washburn avatar

    An Unlikely Conversion

    Contributed by Gary Washburn on May 31, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,144 views

    Some people have read portions of the book of Romans and had a life changing experience. The Reformation and the great Awakening was sparked by men reading Romans.

    Series: Riches in Romans Romans 1:1 This book is about introducing good news to bad sinners. An Unlikely Conversion Intro: I have never preached through Romans because I felt it was more than I could handle, and I was right. I know I am in over my head. Romans is a book that probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    (Lesson 11) Saul: Becoming A Follower Of Christ

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 1,666 views

    Paul hated Christians, yet encountered Christ on the road to Damascus where his life was transformed. Paul received his commission from this experience.

    A. BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. "Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews" (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. "As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless" (Phil. 3:5,6). 3. Best teacher. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Enduring Opposition

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,078 views

    Are the winds and waves of life crashing in on your boat? Discover truths that will enable you to endure the storms of opposition and enable you to experience the Peace of Christ.

    There are two prisoners shackled to a deep dark dungeon. Spread-eagled, they are securely lashed by manacles and chains and actually hanging suspended, side by side, a few feet above the dungeon floor. There is only one small window high above their heads, maybe thirty, or forty feet up. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Elmer avatar

    The Fulfilled Life Series

    Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 19,633 views

    Fulfillment In Life Will Only Come When You “Draw Nigh To God” Through The Lord Jesus Christ & Experience The Power Of His Endless Life!

    Introduction: 1. Have You Ever Heard Of Living “The Fulfilled Life?” We Probably Have All Heard Of It – Since Just About Everyone Wants It! But What Makes Someone’s Life “Fulfilled”? It All Depends On Your Individual Goals & Desires In Life! Who Do You Think Lives A “Fulfilled Life?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Garrett avatar

    Rock: Perfect Motivation

    Contributed by Robert Garrett on Aug 8, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,119 views

    This message will encourage, challenge and confict God’s people in their motivations in life. To be all that God wants us to be we must experience "perfect motivation"

    INTRO. For the past few weeks we have been looking at mainly one of the disciples of Jesus Christ and have been encouraged, challenged and convicted by his obedience and disobedience to the Lord’s commands. We like Rock are many times motivated to do things strictly that will benefit us as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist