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  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    You Are A Giant-Killer But Don't Know It. Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016
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    When God chooses a man, He will present that man with an opportunity to vindicate his call before men. David is called by God, but that call is private until God brings him to the surface. Goliath becomes that means of public exposure for David.

    Series: David - A Man After God¡¦s Own Heart: Part 5: You Are A Giant Killer But Don¡¦t Know It (1&2) 1 Samuel 17: 1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Sokoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Sokoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    From Zero To Hero Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 27, 2006
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    The world has a twisted view today of what makes a hero. But God says the real heroes aren’t the ones that can fly or shoot webbing, the real heroes, the spiritual heroes are the ones that will give their lives to follow Him. These heroes have greater spi

    FROM ZERO TO HERO HEROES TO MODEL YOUR LIFE AFTER(DAVID) I Samuel 17:1-11, 24-25, 32-33 ILL. Rudy the movie- small kid, no athletic ability, had a dream of playing football. Went to Notre Dame and wanted to make the football team. His family said he couldn’t do it, his friends said he couldn’t do ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    In Season Or Out Of Season!

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jul 28, 2017
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    We are not microwave cooks! We do not bring about “instant” Christians! We merely mix ingredients, and share receipts. In other words…We share the Gospel!

    Happy “Speak-Up” Weekend, Everyone! Amos, an Old Testament book that we don’t spend much time in is where we will be studying this Sunday. Amos is called one of the “lesser” books of the Bible, not because it’s less important, but because it’s smaller. Amos, like Hosea, Joel, Obadiah, Micah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dare To Be A Daniel

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 12, 2012
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    We must live our lives in service and devotion to God, no matter the consequences.

    Dare to Be a Daniel March 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live our lives in service and devotion to God, no matter the consequences. Focus Passage: Daniel 6 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: Several years ago, in Long Beach, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lord Came Down!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 2, 2014
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    The words “the Lord came down” sent a shiver up my spine!

    Lord came down! Numbers 12:5 “Then the LORD came down in the pillar of cloud and stood in the door of the tabernacle, and called Aaron and Miriam. And they both went forward.” The words “the Lord came down” sent a shiver up my spine! We live in a world where morality is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Warning Against The Perils Of Wealth And Greed Series

    Contributed by Adam Laible on May 17, 2023
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    James 5:1. In this verse, James offers us a stern warning about the dangers of wealth and the relentless pursuit of material possessions. It is a timeless message that resonates with us even in the present day, as we navigate a world consumed by greed and materialism.

    I. The Corrosive Nature of Wealth (James 5:1-3) James begins by addressing those who are rich, cautioning them against the potential pitfalls that come with material abundance. He reminds them that wealth can have a corrosive effect on the human soul, leading to arrogance, selfishness, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Healing Touch Of Jesus SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
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    Why did Jesus choose to touch a leper, considered unclean and untouchable by society? This sermon explores the significance of this act and what we can learn from it.

    Why did Jesus touch a leper? Lepers were considered "untouchable" and outcasts from society. But Jesus chose to touch this man. Why? And what can we learn from His actions? Let's start with a trivia question: What is the largest organ in your body? If you're an average adult, your skin covers about ...read more

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    Everyone's Welcome At God's Feast SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    In Luke 14, Jesus portrays the Kingdom of God as a grand feast. This sermon explores who is invited to this table and the extent of its inclusivity.

    In this sermon, we will explore Luke 14, where Jesus describes the Kingdom of God as a great banquet table. We will examine who belongs at the table and how inclusive it is. Jesus often faced controversy due to his social interactions. He would eat with sinners and outcasts, which was frowned upon ...read more

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    Sent, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012
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    In Matthew 10, we have Jesus’ sermon commissioning the disciples for his mission in the world, sending them out to minister in His name. The word “apostle” and “sent” are the same in Greek. That means every Christian is a missionary, one who is sent-out i

    James Emery White tells the story a college history professor who was a Christian. The professor would go down to a local nursing home and visit with the elderly men and women there on a weekly basis. Though some were lovingly visited every day by their families – having been sent there ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Try Turning The Pancake?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 28, 2018
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    What are we going to do? A new day? A new week? A new year? No matter how flat the pancake there is always two sides. We need a greater insight to realize this obstacle is a new opportunity to trust God. Faith does not jump into darkness, faith steps into the LIGHT!

    HAVE YOU EVER THOUGH ABOUT FLIPPING THE PANCAKE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfinggers@aol.com (Two part lesson: GOD CAN) WHATEVER THIS DAY HOLDS, THIS WEEK, OR THIS YEAR: REFUSE TO LIVE IN DOUBT AND FEAR, FLIP THE PANCAKE… If the pancake is burning on one side, WHY NOT TURN IT OVER? TRY ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Four Seasons Of Life Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 7, 2020
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    In the conclusion of this series we examine the seasonal "variations" in the weather close to the Equator. Spiritually, we should live close to the Equator with seasonal variations of the same versus total, complete seasonal change.

    Four Seasons of Life – Part 4 Equator Living Scripture: Matthew 24:12; First Corinthians 15:55-58; John 14:26 This morning I will conclude my series “Four Seasons of Life.” While I have covered each of the four seasons, Winter, Fall, Spring and Summer, I want to conclude the series with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What You Win Them With Is What You Win Them To

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 14, 2021
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     | 3,452 views

    It is vital the way a church reaches the lost. God's way or man's way.

    What you Win them With, is What you Win them To Text: 2 Samuel 6:1-10 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Good morning everyone… I want to share with you something that I believe is extremely important in our day and age. In-fact; I think this might be one of the biggest things the Church needs to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Unanswered Prayer

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 7, 2024
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    What do we do when we have prayed and prayed for something with seemingly no results? Do we just keep repeating the prayer? Or is there a better way? In this message, we examine Jesus's teaching about prayer to discover answers to those questions.

    Intro Unanswered prayer is an issue we all face at one time or another. What do we do when we have prayed and prayed about something, and seemingly there are no results? I have a couple of situations like that going on in my life right now. Some of you may be dealing with the same thing in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Lay It Down And "Leave It There!"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 11, 2012
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    Everything he had; *all his hopes *all his desires *all his dreams and ambitions *everything he possessed, everything he ever hoped to be, he placed in the hands of God

    Lay it Down, And Leave it There! 1st Chronicles 4:5-8 NKJ 5. And Ashhur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah.  6. Naarah bore him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.  7. The sons of Helah were Zereth, Zohar, and Ethnan;  8. and Koz begot Anub, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Facing Your Giant Problems

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014
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    God will help us stand and face our giants just like He helped David! David’s giant problem teaches us how to face our own giant problems.

    Facing Your Giant Problems Scripture: 1 Samuel 17 1 Samuel 17:1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Socoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Socoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled and camped in the Valley of Elah and drew up their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God