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  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Why Are The Wise To Shine Like The Brightness Of The Heavens?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 2, 2025
     | 203 views

    Letting the light shine in the dark is to lead others to Christ.

    The book of Daniel is a prophetic book that was written by Daniel around 535 B.C. He wrote down the occurrences which happened from around 605-535 B.C. While the first half of the book is about Daniel’s life (history), the second half brings to attention about Daniel’s visions (prophesy). These ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Dawning Of The Light.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 29, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,244 views

    The true light had arisen in the midst of great darkness.

    THE DAWNING OF THE LIGHT. Isaiah 9:1-4. The prospect at the end of Isaiah 8 was one of ‘trouble and darkness, dimness of anguish’ (cf. Isaiah 8:22). But now there is a “Nevertheless” (Isaiah 9:1). The darkest night is followed by the dawn. The dimness is vanquished, and affliction replaced by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Buried Under The Oaks Of Shechem

    Contributed by Fred Parker on Dec 15, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,591 views

    As we peer into the subdued shadows of our pasts, it is often extremely difficult to discern those indiscriminate things that are disturbing our devotion to God in the present. ___ E. Fred Parker (November 6, 2004)

    BURIED UNDER THE OAKS OF SHECHEM Written by Rev Fred Parker November 6, 2004 FOCUS As we peer into the subdued shadows of our pasts, it is often extremely difficult to discern those indiscriminate things that are disturbing our devotion to God in the present. ___ E. Fred Parker (November 6, ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Walking In The Light Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
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     | 915 views

    Walking in the light of Christ is a call to live a life that reflects the character, holiness, and truth of Jesus. As believers, we are no longer in darkness but are called to be light-bearers in a dark world.

    Title: WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:12 "Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, 'I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.'" Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:5-7; Psalm 119:105; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Wallace avatar

    How To Successfully Navigate Life Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Apr 19, 2021
     | 3,802 views

    Walking in the dark can be a dangerous thing, both physically and spiritually. Jesus explains that He is the light that shines in the darkness. How can we all appropriate that light to show the way in our own lives?

    How many of you out there have ever had any experience with sleep-walking? I imagine we could all share some interesting stories about our sleep-walking experiences. But since I’ve got the floor this morning, you get to hear about mine. I have actually walked in my sleep only about three times ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Wisdom For Critical Times

    Contributed by Chibuihe.c. Newman on Jul 21, 2015
     | 5,475 views

    The message highlights the invaluable attribute of Christ centered living as the greatest security in this dark and evil times.

    The scriptures clearly reveal that the days preceding the second coming of Jesus will be fraught with maladies and anomalies unprecedented in history. With prophetic audacity, the bible declares that life in the end times will not be all fun and fan fair especially for those who believe in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    No Hiding Place

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2010
    based on 12 ratings
     | 17,239 views

    Achan discovered the reality that sin has no hiding place and carries with it dire consequences not only for the offender but that are widespread. One man’s sin can destroy a family, a church, and even a nation.

    No Hiding Place – Joshua 7:1-12 Introduction: The actions of a few can have positive or negative consequences for hundreds. This is powerfully illustrated in the life of a man named Achan. His attitude may have been the same as many today: what I do is nobody’s business but mine. Achan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Scale Of The Almighty

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 20,207 views

    “You may decide to call yourself a pastor or an apostle or an evangelist, but in the book of God, which is the only book that matters, He writes that you are a messenger.” It is not what you call yourself that matters; it is what God calls you.

    THE SCALE OF THE ALMIGHTY Dr. D. K. Olukoya It is one thing to call yourself something; it is another thing for God to call you something. One of our elders in the Lord said, “You may decide to call yourself a pastor or an apostle or an evangelist, but in the book of God, which is the only book ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preaching The Word, A Worthy Vocation

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 28, 2023
     | 1,560 views

    Proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ in a world filled with bad news, opposition, criticism, and deception is not easy. But a healing word is needed in a broken world.

    Sermon – Preaching the Word, a Worthy Vocation 2 Timothy 4:2-5 (NIV) “Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine.” Introduction – ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Four Jewels Of Easter

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 23, 2001
    based on 681 ratings
     | 17,509 views

    Precious jewels are often deceptive. You have to grow in your appreciation of their quality before you really begin to see their value.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED IN 2021) TEXT: Acts 2:22 36 ILL. You probably don’t remember the name Nikolai Ivanovich Bukharin, nor should you. But during his day he was the 2nd most powerful man in the Soviet Union. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rebuking Those Who Fail To Do Good PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 667 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of discerning truth from deception in faith, and the necessity of rebuking false teachings to maintain Christian integrity. Key

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are here to share in the wisdom and truth of the Lord, as revealed in His Holy Word. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds to the ...read more

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  • Troy Campbell avatar

    Things To Remember When In The Cave Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Apr 5, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,450 views

    A cave signifies a dark place. Some of us face those dark times of life and it is vitally important to know how to behave while going through the trials of life.

    Title: How To Behave In A Cave “Things to Remember When in the Cave” Text: I Samuel 22:1 For the next few weeks I want to talk about caves. More specifically I want to talk about how we are to behave when in the caves of life. We must clear something up about caves before we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Harvest Is Near

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 24, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 27,674 views

    A sermon examining the difference between true Christians and those who only appear to be saved.

    The Harvest Is Near Matthew 13:24-30 On February 15, 2015 NBC Nightly News anchor Brian Williams was suspended and eventually demoted because of a story he told on January the 30th. He was referencing an event that occurred while he was on the field reporting on the Iraq war in 2003. He falsely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nate Herbst avatar

    The Top 12 Lies You'll Hear In College

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,636 views

    Modern academia is more a quagmire of deception than a beacon of truth; know what lies are being told on campus and why they just aren't true.

    The Top 12 Lies you’ll hear in College
 Note: There are numerous sources for the information here. Jn.8:32 - Jesus says, “you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. 
 Denzel Washington started out the “Great Debaters” saying, “I am here to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Chasing Illusions

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 11, 2021
     | 1,919 views

    The text today suggests how our pilgrimage can be navigated incorrectly due to deception which is why we must be vigilant in our daily journey as Christians.

    CHASING ILLUSIONS Text: II Corinthians 4:3 - 6 2 Corinthians 4:3-6  And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing.  (4)  In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist