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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Latter Years Of King David: Victories, Lust, Betrayal, & Hope

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 25, 2021
     | 2,183 views

    David cried out in tears and bitter pain and sorrow, as he must’ve looked upon the bodies of Saul and his son Jonathan. David composed a great song of regret and sorrow at the loss of these great men, despite the fact that David had been so severely persecuted and hated by Saul.

    "How the mighty have fallen!" David cried out in tears and bitter pain and sorrow, as he must’ve looked upon the bodies of Saul and his son Jonathan. David composed a great song of regret and sorrow at the loss of these great men, despite the fact that David had been so severely ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Right To Remain Silent Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 9, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,985 views

    Jesus was faced with numerous unfair and unjust accusations and trials... and yet He never responded to those. Why was He silent, and what can that mean to us?

    OPEN: One day my dad was driving down the road a little over the speed limit. He was going about 65 in a 55 mph zone… and then he saw some lights flashing in his rearview mirror. Dad was resigned to the fact he’d have to pay a speeding ticket (after all, he was going 65) and when the policeman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Satan's War Against God's Followers Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Mar 8, 2009
     | 4,010 views

    The American church has been mostly exempt from persecution for more than 200 years. Could it be that we too have become lazy along the way? The fifth seal talks about those who have died for the Lord rather than live for the world. If you were given th

    Revelation 6:9-11; 12:10-17 Purpose: To describe how and why martyrs die. Aim: I want the listener to accept persecution as a privilege. INTRODUCTION: The early church suffered much persecution. But from the death of Severus in 211 until the reign of Decius in 240, about 30 years, the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Story Of An Absentee King Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,735 views

    Every believer will give an account of their efforts You will give an account of your whole life. Some of you have taken the gospel and stuck in a sock drawer. Some of you have taken the story of Jesus and stuffed in under your mattress.

    I wish I could say I was shocked when I saw the story… A Libyan branch of ISIS claims to have beheaded 21 men. A caption across the bottom of the video screen read, “The people of the cross, followers of the hostile Egyptian church” As many as thirteen of the men were from one small farming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can You See What I Hear? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 3,949 views

    The Gospel rarely appears so lovely, as when it is most oppressed. God’s work is never on such perfect display as it when it is under the greatest trials.

    Everyone loves a story. Stories are remarkably powerful things. They stir-up our imaginations and excite our affections. They instruct us and inspire us. They intoxicate and influence us. They linger with us, often becoming more precious and poignant and powerful over time. During His earthly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Praying The Beatitudes Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 27, 2023
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     | 2,112 views

    To conclude this study of the Beatitudes, the text in Matthew 5:3-10 is used as a TEMPLATE for prayer. Praying Scripture is a powerful way to apply truths to our own lives and reinforce our understanding of the passage.

    PRAYING SCRIPTURE To complete our study of the Beatitudes, we will now use this portion of Scripture as a template for prayer. Learning to pray Scripture will strengthen your prayer life significantly. Some of you may have already learned to use the Lord’s Prayer in this way. That is the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Introduction To Philippians Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 25, 2020
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     | 4,817 views

    This message launches as expository teaching of Philippians. The history in Acts 16 is explored laying a foundation for understanding Paul's relationship with the church. Philippians 1:1-2 are then analyzed and explained.

    Today we begin a brief study of the book of Philippians, entitled Joyful Living. I. PAUL'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THIS CHURCH: Began in Acts 15 while on his 2nd missionary journey. Prior to that, he and Barnabas have gone their separate ways because of the disagreement over John Mark.i Paul took ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Dwelling Place Of God

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 27, 2019
     | 3,619 views

    Have you ever wondered where God dwells? Here is a short study that can be used for discussion on the "Dwelling Place of God."

    I. SHARE PERSONAL STORIES OF HIS PRESENCE A. The Old Stump 1. Presence of God around the Old Stump (My trysting place) 2. 1 John 4:1-6 B. New York last week 1. Walking in Queens (I sensed the presence of God) 2. Driving through the Bronx and meeting with Pastor Sabino (I sensed the presence of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 9: Never Give Up On God! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 21, 2023
     | 2,492 views

    Never give up on God because... 1. He can break giant barriers down (vs. 30). 2. He can turn sinners into saints (vs. 31). 3. He can turn us into godly heroes (vs. 32-35a). 4. He gives us strength when we suffer (vs. 35b-38). 5. He promises us a perfect ending (vs. 39-40).

    Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 9: Never Give Up on God! Hebrews 11:30-40; Joshua 2:1-13; Joshua 5:13-15; Joshua 6:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 21, 2023) BACKGROUND: *We have been going through Hebrews 11 to study the faith of our Old Testament heroes. And through them all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Revival And The Beatitudes Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 10, 2023
     | 2,945 views

    This message defines revival, then demonstrates from Scripture how the qualities in the Beatitudes posture believers for revival. Understanding the Beatiudes helps us understand how to position ourselves for revival. God can only trust these kind of people with revival.

    Intro What the world needs now is revival. In times of revival the effectiveness of the church skyrockets. The wind of the Spirit lifts the believers to greater heights of service, the world is evangelized, and the moral climate of society is changed. The question asked of God in Psalm 85:6 is: ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Psalm 34:18-19 - Part 7 - Are You Brokenhearted Or Crushed? Deliverance From Afflictions Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 6, 2025
     | 1,289 views

    Hurting people? Yes the world is full of them. Verses for today speak of those who hurt, the broken heartedness and sorrow; of those who are crushed by circumstances and the world. Jesus’ ministry is to the downtrodden. The Lord delivers those who are afflicted, and gives them hope.

    PSALM 34:18-19 - PART 7 - ARE YOU BROKENHEARTED OR CRUSHED? DELIVERANCE FROM AFFLICTIONS We are nearing the end of our study of Psalm with just two more to go. The second half of the Psalm deals with practical issues like teaching and commands. Today the issue is very practical and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Free Refills Of His Goodness Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 16, 2010
    based on 66 ratings
     | 19,538 views

    Mary & Martha said that Lazarus was the one whom Jesus loved. But how could Jesus treat a friend like He did? Why would He callously stay away while this close friend died... and He could have prevented it?

    OPEN: “How many of you know the name of the brother of Mary and Martha who Jesus raised from the dead?” (most of the audience raised their hand). Who was it? Lazarus. Read text: John 11:1-47 followed by prayer. ILLUS: A few years back I read a story about a may village in southwest ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Daniel: An Epitome Of Faithfulness And Steadfastnest

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jan 27, 2014
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     | 14,434 views

    Daniel was found to be faithful to God and steadfast in his faith from his youthful age till his old age. He faced a lot of oppositions, persecutions, hatred and challenges, yet he remained faithful. We are to learn from his life and remain faithful to God in every area of our lives.

    Daniel: An Epitome of Faithfulness and Steadfastnest Study Text: Daniel 6: 1 - 28 Introduction: - Daniel was taken captive to Babylon, but he was faithfully serving the Lord and taking his stand for that which is right. - He lived in Babylon for many years, and he did not veered from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Iii) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 28, 2020
     | 4,565 views

    Message analyzes strengths and weakness of the Partial Rapture Position. Exhortations to be prepared for Christ's coming are in focus.

    Introduction We are in a study of biblical prophecy. In this study we are seeking an answer to one question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period? We have laid three essential foundational concepts in the previous two messages. The diversity on the way Christians understand biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Walter Thomas avatar

    The Lost Queen

    Contributed by Walter Thomas on May 17, 2020
     | 4,469 views

    When you lose your Queen piece in chess, you are likely going to lose the game as well unless you are strategically prepared. The church has relied for centuries on its queen, the Sunday/Sabbath day Big Event. But what if pandemic or persecution takes away your queen? How will you then do church?

    THE LOST QUEEN “A lost queen can cost you the game” Hebrews 12:26-28 “At that time His voice shook the earth, but now He has promised, “Once more I will shake not only the earth, but heaven as well.” I’m not Jerry Lee Lewis and it is not 1999, but I can tell you that a whole lot of shaking is ...read more

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    Denomination: Other