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  • John McCormack avatar

    Be Glad In Your Salvation

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 18, 2013
     | 5,157 views

    BE GLAD AND REJOICE IN THE LORD'S SALVATION

    BE GLAD IN YOUR SALVATION INTRODUCTION: ISAIAH WROTE DURING THE ASSYRIAN EMPIRE EXPANSION AND DECLINE OF ISRAEL. CHAPTER 25 IS A PSALM OF PRAISE FOR GOD’S FAVOR. IT HAS APPLICATION FOR ISRAEL AND ALL BELIEVERS. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: (NKJV) ISAIAH 25:9 AND IT WILL BE SAID IN THAT DAY: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Escape - Prison Break! Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,562 views

    Jesus set us free to live in freedom! Live as someone who is free and don’t let yourself be taken captive again! You have the choice to live in freedom or to be taken captive by the enemy. It sounds like a simple choice: live in freedom. Far too many

    THE GREAT ESCAPE – Prison Break! Galatians 5:1 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: In July 1976, one hundred and three Jewish hostages were taken by terrorists in Entebbe, Uganda. The Jewish nation sent secretly their commandos into Entebbe to free their people. The problem was tremendous; how do they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Priority Of Prayer

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 7,299 views

    Who are we to pray for? Why are we to pray? How are we to pray? These are three questions that we must answer if we are going to make a difference for the kingdom of God.

    Sermon Title: The Priority of Prayer Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Sunday Evening, July 2, 2000 Scripture Introduction: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Before we begin this evening let’s take a look at what the purpose of this letter by Paul to his beloved Timothy was. Timothy was a favorite pupil of Paul. ...read more

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    Choosing A Church

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 27, 2015
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    We must choose the Lord's church. There is only one. And that's the one we need to be a part of. We need to choose correctly and wisely. The choices we make in life are going to effect us the rest of our lives on earth and in the eternal hereafter.

    Choosing a Church The Christian Chronicle has recently reported that the number of Church of Christ adherents (members and their unbaptized children) continues to decline. Since 2003, the number is down 102,000 or 6.2%. During the same time, the number of congregations fell by 708, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stormy Weather

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,247 views

    Jesus’ job is not to make things easy for us. It is to save us from sin and death, not from suffering and life. Life includes suffering.

    Just a few weeks ago we celebrated the 150th anniversary of this church: a century and a half of vital, energetic, faithful ministry and worship. And in just another couple of weeks we will be closing the door on that history. This is not what you expected when you first embarked on your journey ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Satisfied Hunger-Part I

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 1, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,432 views

    This is part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Jesus fed over 5000 people with five loaves & two fish. Jesus is able satisfy the hunger of those who follow Him. Where does Jesus satisfy the hunger of His followers? Jesus satisfies our hunger in the Right...

    SATISFIED HUNGER-I—Luke 9:12-17 Need: Pushed to the limit? Removed from familiar & secure? Challenged with too much? Jesus fed over 5000 people with five loaves & two fish. Jesus is able satisfy the hunger of those who follow Him. Where does Jesus satisfy the hunger of His followers? 8 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Master Planned Community

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,088 views

    the Master plan--mission, method, mentality and message for reaching souls

    Intro: today I would like to give some shocking news, Chicago is bigger than Wetumpka. But don’t feel bad, it is bigger than any place else in the United States, with the exception of New York City and Los Angeles. A thought came to me as we were riding through downtown Chicago, this place started ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Is God Judging America

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 24, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,775 views

    If we consider the fact that God looks upon our nation like he does to Israel, then is it possible that the blessings and judgments God places on Israel could also apply to America?

    Is God Judging America Leviticus 26:14-39 Monte T. Brown July 5, 2009 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills Introduction Have you ever wonder way things seem to be getting worst in America. Why crime is up, why things seem to be falling apart, why the weather seems to be changing? We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #9 What Happens When A Nation Rejects God? Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 28, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,918 views

    The nation of Israel’s P\pattern of backsliding compared to America’s pattern of backsliding. The rapid downfall of our nation in this last few decades and what can be done about it.

    What Happens When a Nation Rejects God? 11/8/15 Introduction: Are you concerned about what is happening in our nation? You should be! Houston, Texas, is an example of what is happening in America. In the 2009 city election, Annise Parker (show slide) was elected as the first gay mayor of a major ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Reviving A Lukewarm Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025
     | 835 views

    Lukewarmness is a spiritual disease that weakens a believer’s relationship with God and can lead to backsliding if not addressed.

    REVIVING A LUKEWARM SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:12, Romans 12:11, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 10:38, Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION Lukewarmness is a dangerous spiritual condition where a believer becomes indifferent, complacent, and lacking in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Covenant Of Divine Establishment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 284 views

    God delights in establishing people who desire His glory, who walk in humility, and who treasure His presence.

    THE COVENANT OF DIVINE ESTABLISHMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 7:1-29 Supporting Texts: Psalm 89:3-4, Isaiah 9:7, 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 11:29, Hebrews 6:17 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in the life of a believer when God steps in, not only to bless, but to establish a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Obstacles To Sustaining Higher Dimensions Of The Supernatural Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 29, 2025
     | 122 views

    Many believers enter into the supernatural, but certain obstacles can hinder them from sustaining those higher dimensions unless they are identified and overcome.

    OBSTACLES TO SUSTAINING HIGHER DIMENSIONS OF THE SUPERNATURAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:7 Key Verse: “Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth?” (Galatians 5:7) Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Hebrews 12:1; Matthew 13:22; Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rejecting And Forgetting God As King PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    To highlight the importance of recognizing and honoring God as our ultimate King, using the example of the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, and the consequences that followed.

    Good morning, church family! I hope you're all safe and well. Today, we're going to delve into a critical moment in Israel's history when they rejected God as their King and demanded a human king. We'll be focusing on 1 Samuel 8, where we see the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, the ...read more

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    The High Cost Of Disobedience

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,245 views

    How to loose all we have from the Lord.

    THE HIGH COST OF DISOBEDIENCE 1Samuel 15;1-35 Obedience brings Gods blessing, while disobedience leads to defeat and destruction. Salvation provides the dynamic for obedience to the will of God. 1. Anointed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pitching Your Tent

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,327 views

    BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU PITCH YOUR TENT!

    PITCHING YOUR TENT INTRODUCTION: THE BOOK OF GENESIS IS RICH AND SOMETIMES COMPLEX. IT COULD BE TITLED A BOOK OF RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN GOD AND MAN AND MAN-TO-MAN RELATIONSHIPS. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: GENESIS 13:12 (NKJV) ABRAM DWELT IN THE LAND OF CANAAN, AND LOT DWELT IN THE CITIES OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist