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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Faith Or Foolishness

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 16, 2010
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     | 6,224 views

    God plans don't always make sense, but they are always the right way. The falling of the walls of Jericho is just an example of the foolishness of God that has a great impact on our faith and ability to see God do great and mighty things.

    Faith or Foolishness Joshua chapter 6:15-20 Introduction- Turn with me to Joshua 6:15-20. The good news is, the Lord has allowed me to move out of Deuteronomy, the bad news it is only ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Lions And Tigers And Bears PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 757 views

    Encourage believers to face their life challenges with joy and unwavering faith, understanding that no problem is too big when we have a mighty God fighting for us.

    Good morning, family! It's great to be together in the house of the Lord. Today we're going to dive into an incredible story you all may remember from Sunday school, David and Goliath from 1 Samuel 17. Now, I'm not talking about literal giants here, but those life challenges that seem ...read more

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    Are You Ready To Return To God? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
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     | 880 views

    This sermon encourages recognition of our need for God, gratitude for His blessings, and recommitment to His plans, through repentance and faith.

    Beloved friends, gathered here today in the house of the Lord, I want to welcome you with open arms and a heart full of gratitude. We are here not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here not as strangers, but as a family, united in Christ's love. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves ...read more

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    I Will Never Give Up

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 18,607 views

    This sermon talks about the need for persistence within the christian attitude.

    The other day I got a chance to watch one of my favorite movies, and that is Rocky. It’s a real spiritual movie. As I watched it, I thought, why is it that people love Rocky so much. Was it for his accent? His intelligence? No, it was because of his heart. When Rocky would fight, it didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God Is Able PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
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     | 1,063 views

    This sermon encourages believers to reject feelings of insignificance, recognize God's omnipotence in all situations, and rely on His promises when facing life's challenges.

    Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather, not as mere spectators but as active participants in the grand tapestry of God's design. We are here to seek wisdom, to find comfort, and to be emboldened in our faith. We are here to embrace the living Word that God has so graciously ...read more

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    Today Is Yesterday's Tomorrow—4 Series

    Contributed by David King on Aug 26, 2006
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     | 3,870 views

    The fourth part of a series encouraging all believers to trust God’s promises and leap over to their inheritance inspite of all challenges.

    TODAY IS YESTERDAY’S TOMORROW—4. Josh. 1:1-9 New Era, new Challenges, new Responsibilities—Contd. “Arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, to the land which I do give them … Every place that the sole of your foot shall tread upon, that have I given unto you …” Josh. 1:2,3. God does ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Christians Face Trials

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,308 views

    lessons learned in the midst of the trials of life

    Intro: over the last few months with Lauri facing cancer surgery and chemo treatments, I have thought a lot about the reasons God allows His people to go through trials in their lives. The Bible is filled with people of God facing trials, so it is very clear that just because you serve God you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rehoboth

    Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,791 views

    When Isaac was in the land of Philistine he was rich and flourishing, they became Jealous of him and the king (Abimelech) sent him away.

    17 So Isaac moved away from there and encamped in the Valley of Gerar, where he settled. 18 Isaac reopened the wells that had been dug in the time of his father Abraham, which the Philistines had stopped up after Abraham died, and he gave them the same names his father had given them. 19 Isaac’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Underdog

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,733 views

    How does the underdog become the overachiever?

    THE UNDERDOG 1st Samuel 17:1-50 INTRODUCTION: There’s no need to fear! Underdog is here! Remember that cartoon? We enjoyed seeing the puny dog take on the villains and accomplish impossible feats of strength and daring do. We like to root for the underdog. We like to see the little guy beat the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope Restored

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,095 views

    Paul’s explanation of our hope in Jesus Christ

    Intro: why is Easter,(Resurrection Sunday) the most important day of the year. I believe Paul summed it all up in I Corinthians chapter 15--this is his thesis on the importance of the death, burial and resurrection of the Lord. Our key verse is 19, Paul states that if we only have hope in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joshua An Example To Follow Lesson 13 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,650 views

    Qualities of Joshua

    A. QUALITIES OF JOSHUA 1. Lived beyond his limitation. Began as a slave, but died a freeman. “Joshua . . . the servant of the LORD, died, being one hundred and ten years old” (Joshua 24:29). 2. Lived ahead of his contemporaries. When ten spies rebelled, “Joshua . . . spoke unto the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way To Emmaus

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 20, 2023
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    Serving Christ and working for change for the better is the best way to live.

    On The Way To Emmaus – Luke 24: 13 - 35 Intro: The Battle of Waterloo was fought on Sunday 18 June 1815. General Wellington of England faced the powerful leader Napoleon and his French army. As they fought against each other in this famous battle, England waited prayerfully to hear the outcome. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Faith For Exploits Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 14, 2025
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    Faith is the spiritual force that empowers believers to step into realms of exploits and manifest the extraordinary works of God.

    FAITH FOR EXPLOITS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1-6 Key Verse: “But the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.” – Daniel 11:32b Supporting Texts: Mark 9:23, Romans 10:17, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Matthew 17:20 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Remove Those Burial Clothes

    Contributed by Charl Swart on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,491 views

    There should be no reason for us to be bound and closed behind a bolder in a tomb, dressed in Burial Clothes, unless we are spiritually dead. The question is this: How do I get rid of those burial clothes?

    INTRODUCTION Everyone got dressed this morning - Thankfully But it Takes time to get dressed – To choose what we are going to wear. Also the Clothes we wear reflects who we are. Some of us wear the clothes of our Favorite sports team. We get people who wears the Stormers jersey. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    New Israel's Shepherd-King, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,593 views

    After the visitation of The Cornerstone, The Tent Peg, The Battle Bow, The Ruler of them all an amazing change takes place in His flock. God will restore & strengthen His people who turn to Jesus Christ for their deliverance.

    ZECHARIAH 10: 5-12 NEW ISRAEL'S SHEPHERD-KING, Part II After the visitation of The Cornerstone, The Tent Peg, The Battle Bow, The Ruler of them all an amazing change takes place in His flock. Instead of being defeated by the adversary they will be as mighty men in battle for the Lord will be with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist