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  • Shine Thomas avatar

    On Bended Knees- Prayer Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Nov 21, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,303 views

    Illustration: There was a woman who lived in a remote valley. With great trouble and a lot of expense she had electricity installed in her home. After some months, the lineman noticed that her electric meter was hardly running. So he called the woman and asked her,

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stronghold Beliefs Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,711 views

    This message is the introduction to my series titled "Stronghold Beliefs." In Part 1 I introduce the concept of stronghold beliefs and why they are important. I also discuss the first stronghold beliefs that all Christians should share.

    Stronghold Beliefs Part 1 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Luke 2:41-50; John 4:34; 5:19 Last week, in my Memorial Day message, I shared with you what takes place when a new recruit enters the military. I told you about the discipline training they receive which could potentially lead them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Trial Of The Ages

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 24, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,952 views

    A sermon examining the injustice of Jesus trial before the Sanhedrin.

    THE TRIAL OF THE AGES MARK 14:53-65 If you are old enough, you probably remember where you were on June 17th, 1994. If you turned your T.V on that afternoon you likely witnessed the infamous police chase involving a white Ford Bronco driven by A.C Cowlings. In that vehicle was an O.J Simpson, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Handwriting On The Wall Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 4, 2021
     | 3,298 views

    Belshazzar arrogantly tested the Lord by converting the use of the most holy vessels from God's temple into vessels for the most unholy of purposes--worshiping idols and drunken immorality. He thus discovered a recipe for spiritual disaster. Learn from him how to avoid spiritual disaster!

    This morning, we have the privilege of consider the actual historical and Scriptural event that resulted in our proverbial saying, “And I saw the handwriting on the wall.” Obviously, the biblical story has made such an impression on people of our culture that 2600 hundred years later we still use ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Using The Mighty Weapon

    Contributed by Herschel Smith on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,132 views

    This sermon is designed to help an individual to more effectively use the Word of God.

    Using the Mighty Weapon II Corinthians 10:4-6 I. To Demolish the Fortresses (4b) A. Constructed by Satan B. Conceals Souls C. Consists of Sin II. To Destroy the Falsehoods (5a) A. Doctrines Formed B. Definite Following C. Deceit Found III. To Display a Foundation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Perfect Plan For A Perfect Marriage

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 14, 2015
     | 5,909 views

    The challenge of building a strong marriage in a world increasingly opposed to godly marriage.

    “The LORD God said, ‘It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.’ Now out of the ground the LORD God had formed every beast of the field and every bird of the heavens and brought them to the man to see what he would call them. And whatever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Power Of Persuasive Prayer

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 160 ratings
     | 27,728 views

    Exodus 32 tells us God changed His mind. But He can’t do that can He?

    OPEN: The story is told of the sharecropper who was charged with stealing his landlord’s mule. The landlord was a rich and domineering man who had few friends among the common people, but the evidence against the defendant was overwhelming. When the jury retired to consider the verdict, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In The Dark, In The Wrong, And All Alone Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 26, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,256 views

    Let’s face it. Most of what we will get this year for Christmas will not really matter 6 months from now. However, God’s gifts do. They last for all eternity. And we are going to be unwrapping His gifts this Christmas season.

    Peace. Love. Joy. Hope. We know that all of these things are the themes of Christmas. We see the ads, the commercials, the programs… Everyone is all smiles and full of joy. And most of us are going to tap into at last some of that. But gathered around your Christmas dinner table or at your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pursuit Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 16, 2011
    based on 30 ratings
     | 16,348 views

    Paul speaks of the pursuit of holiness, the path to holiness, the path we all need to take. 1- Go after holy living 2- Fight the good fight 3- Cling to the good confession 4- Seek to honor the King

    INTRO.- 11 But you, man of God, flee from all this. All of what? The previous verses about lack of godliness, material discontent, and the love of money, etc. We must flee evil or run from evil. We cannot purse something if we don’t leave something behind. And we cannot pursue godliness if we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Welfare Of The Poor Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,911 views

    Poor are owners of Poverty. God commands to have concern for POOR, needy, widows, oppressed and aged. They are poor because they are deprived of their privileges, cheated, defrauded by the powerful. B How often we are disheartened to see how justice is denied to the poor and needy.

    Theme: Welfare of the Poor Text: Psalm 112:1-10 I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. We praise God the grace given to all of us to cope up with Lockdown for more than 68 days. By the grace of God, we are privileged to participate in the online Sunday Services and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    “promises And Proofs From The Good Shepherd” Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,231 views

    Jesus provides promises and proofs of His Deity and Messiahship after two I AM declarations; I am the Door and I am the Good Shepherd

    “Promises and Proofs from the Good Shepherd” John 10:22-42 Last week we heard Jesus make two more “I AM” statements, emphatic declarations of His own Deity, identifying Himself as the YAHWEH, the Lord God of the Old Testament. He said, “I AM the DOOR of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Feed My Sheep” (7 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 1,425 views

    A lady placed a raw oyster before a man and told him she would bet him five dollars he could not swallow it and keep it down.

    He said, "I bet you I can!” He tilted his head back and placed the raw oyster on his tongue and let it slide down. He said, “Now give me the five dollars.” This lady was DETERMINED that she was going to get her money back plus more. She said, "I'll bet you ten dollars you cannot keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Fighting The Right Battles? By Pastor Joseph Ondu

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jul 24, 2025
     | 347 views

    But the question is: “Are you fighting the right battles?” Many believers are exhausted not because they lack strength, but because they are spending their strength fighting the wrong battles.

    Are You Fighting the Right Battles? Introduction Life is full of battles: In families At workplaces In our minds In churches In our communities But the question is: “Are you fighting the right battles?” Many believers are exhausted not because they lack strength, but because they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christians And Abortion: Valuing The Sanctity Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025
     | 156 views

    Every human life—born or unborn—is precious to God. In a world that trivialises life in the womb, Christians must rise with clarity and conviction to uphold the sanctity of life.

    CHRISTIANS AND ABORTION: VALUING THE SANCTITY OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 139:13-16 Supporting Texts: Exodus 20:13, Jeremiah 1:5, Luke 1:41-44, Deuteronomy 30:19, Proverbs 24:11-12 INTRODUCTION: The issue of abortion is one of the most pressing moral and spiritual challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Abraham Obadare avatar

    The Godly

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 29, 2025
     | 187 views

    All the scriptures say about the trials and tribulations of the end-time are already happening, and only the godly can escape the wrath. The Lord knows how to deliver His own (2 Peter 2:9)

    The people of God / The true child of God / The Godly (Eniyan Olorun) Text: Luke 21:8-19 As the world is progressing in its current direction, one may say that the tribulations the Bible talks about in the end times are already unfolding. Luke 21:8-12 states, “And He said: “Take heed that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal