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  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    Easter Superlatives

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 3, 2018
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    The dictionary defines the word “superlatives” as “an expression of the highest degree of something.” The Easter story is full of superlatives. This sermon examines three of them.

    Superlatives of the Easter Story Chuck Sligh April 1, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to John 20. INTRODUCTION Illus. – A little boy had a tendency to exaggerate things in order to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting With Revived Courage

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Feb 6, 2014
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    Your giants appear with revived courage in moments when you are to weak to fight for yourself...

    Fighting with revived Courage 2 Samuel 21:15-22 2 Samuel 21:15 Moreover the Philistines had yet war again with Israel; and David went down, and his servants with him, and fought against the Philistines: and David waxed faint. 21:16 And Ishbibenob, which was of the sons of the giant, the weight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Drive Out Sin Or It Will Drive You

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 16, 2013
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     | 11,287 views

    One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that too many people follow the same path that Israel followed when they first entered into the Promised Land. They were quick to forget the great miracles of deliverance that God had give

    Friday, September 16, 2005 Drive Out Sin or It Will Drive You Judges 2:1-2:22 One of the greatest problems that I see in the church is that fact that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conquering The Giants In Your Life

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 18, 2014
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    Every Christian has one giant or the other facing him or her. The giants must be confronted, challenged and conquered before the Christian can progress in life.

    CONQUERING THE GIANTS IN YOUR LIFE Study Text: 1 Sam 17: 33 - 51 And David said to Saul, Let no man's heart fail because of him. Your servant will go and fight with this Philistine. 1Sa 17:33 And Saul said to David, You are not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him. For you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Accuser's Challenge (Outline) Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 18, 2023
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    In "The Accuser's Challenge," we explore Job's unwavering faith amidst Satan's accusations, revealing divine justice. Lessons: spiritual battles, faith resilience, and Christ's victory over the Accuser.

    The Case of Job: Divine Justice Revealed The Accuser's Challenge Job 1:6-12 Introduction: Good morning/afternoon/evening, dear friends and members of our congregation. Today, we embark on a journey into the book of Job, delving into a profound and timeless story that explores the complexities ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Isaiah’s Warning To Today’s World Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 13, 2025
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    We cannot put our worth in things that we’ve gone out and possessed. WHY? Because when we do, we make it our hope and put it at risk of being destroyed (as God will ultimately get the victory in all things)! The tough part is, where will we put our trust?

    Isaiah, Part 2 Isaiah’s Warning to Today’s World Isaiah 2:1-22 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve come to worship with us! - Last week, we discussed the revelation of Isaiah to God’s people -- If there was any encouragement we must takeaway it was this: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Christ Being Tempted Series

    Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Jan 13, 2026
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    If the devil tempted Jesus, who is God, like this, there is nothing more to say about us.

    Introduction When Jesus was baptized, the Holy Spirit descended on him in the bodily form like a dove, and a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.” We expect that after this amazing event, Jesus will immediately proclaim the gospel of the kingdom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Test Of Leadership Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003
    based on 239 ratings
     | 29,277 views

    The greatest test of any spiritual leader is the test of temptation. In this final message of the eight part series this sermon examines the keys to overcoming temptation.

    LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP – PART EIGHT “THE TEST OF LEADERSHIP” Matthew 4:1-11 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. [2] After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. [3] The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satan Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
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    Did you know that Satan does NOT want any of us to know about and study his characteristics? He does not want us to know about or study about the tactics he is using in this world today. But what does Scripture teach us about him?

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: February 2003 Date Preached: February 2003 Church: BBC (PM) Wednesday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: What the Bible Says About… Title: Satan Text: Matthew 4:1-11 Introduction: Did you know that Satan does NOT want any of us to know about and study his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pursuing Purity Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,142 views

    Troy could not be defeated from without, but they were defeated when they unwittingly let the enemy inside the city. This is the same tactic that Satan was using to defeat the church in Pergamum. If we are not careful, Bethel Chapel Church could be made

    Pursuing Purity Revelation 2:12-17 Purpose: To show the disaster that compromise with sin brings. Aim: I want the listener to avoid the allurements of sin. INTRODUCTION: In 1871, an American named Heinrich Schliemann began excavating an ancient city in Turkey. This retired businessman ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    The Brazen Altar And Laver Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,235 views

    we will walk through that gate on our way toward the presence of God, represented by the fire burning on the mercy seat in the Holy of Holies inside the tabernacle.

    The Brazen Altar and Laver By: Bro. Rodney A. Fry - Pastor New Hope Baptist Church Exodus 27: 1 –8 30: 17-21 Last week in our study we stood before the awesome, white-curtained fence that surrounded the courtyard in which that unusual tent of worship stood. We saw that the pure, white linen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dykes avatar

    God Won’t Put More On You Than You Can Bear Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 66,449 views

    This misquote is usually spoken out of kindness, but it can cause great confusion and guilt. God WILL sometimes allow you to suffer more than you can bear--but that’s okay, because His grace is sufficient!

    INTRODUCTION The phrase “God helps those who help themselves” is often uttered with a harsh tone of condescension, but not so with the statement, “God won’t put more on you than you can bear.”1 These words are usually spoken out of deep concern and compassion. There is no criticism implied in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Warnings About Salvation

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 22, 2006
    based on 66 ratings
     | 6,336 views

    Five things you cannot trust for salvation

    Philippians 3:1-6 Warnings About Salvation Introduction The gospel message is a wonderful message isn’t it? God is in control of all things: He has brought us together today and has done so because He has a great message for us. If you are already saved, the message of salvation excites you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    Robbed By Relationships Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,581 views

    The first of four messages on the threats to spiritual identity theft.

    Identity Theft March 12, 2006 Robbed By Relationships Intro: I need a volunteer. Did you ever take the ACT/SAT? This will be kind of like that. Have you ever seen one of these? I want you to take a few seconds to put these shapes into the canister. According to our Vandy alumni this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Doucette avatar

    Don't Drift Away

    Contributed by Rick Doucette on Apr 18, 2007
    based on 29 ratings
     | 20,053 views

    Warns of the dangers of drifting away. How we can know when we are drifting??

    When I was a teenager a friend of mine had a beach house in Laguna beach, and we would go down and spend the weekends at the beach! We would basically hang out at the beach all day, of course we wore our short “OP” shorts on and our “Hang Ten” tank tops, but we were not surfers, we did not have ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel