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  • Joel Pankow avatar

    God's Type Of Romance

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 15, 2014
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     | 4,327 views

    How to establish Godly Relationships

    February 16, 2014 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 3 It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should learn to obtain his vessel in a way that is holy and honorable, 5 not in passionate lust like the heathen, who do not know God; 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Amnon And Tamar Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 18, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,541 views

    Second Samuel 13:1-22 shows us that the consequences of one’s sin is often seen in the lives of various persons.

    Scripture Today’s sermon is about one of the most heart-breaking texts in Scripture. The title of the sermon is “Amnon and Tamar.” But that doesn’t tell you much, other than the names of two characters in the narrative. The story is about Amnon raping Tamar. Lest one think that this is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Married With Purpose Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018
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    Message 21 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message continues a discussion of the purpose of marriage began in message 20.

    Chico Alliance Church “Married with Purpose” 1 Cor 7:1-9 I ntroduction Marriage is under attack. The very foundation of our culture is in danger of deterioration. God has blessed America to the extent that America has embraced Biblical principles. These principles direct relationships ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Sermon - Lessons From Demas (The Temptation Of Ease)

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 14, 2024
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     | 1,291 views

    All of us may experience people who we love and count on, walking away for any number of reasons. The Lord will not abandon us. Let us examine the life of Demas and see what lessons we can learn from his departure.

    Sermon – Lessons from Demas Scripture Lesson - 2 Timothy 4:9-18 “Timothy, please come as soon as you can. Demas has deserted me because he loves the things of this life and has gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus has gone to Dalmatia. Only Luke is with me. Bring Mark with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Is Prayer?

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2003
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     | 2,916 views

    This outline illustrates what prayer is, the power in it, and how jesus prayed.

    WHAT IS PRAYER? Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org (989) 362-7831 NKJ Luke 18:1 * Prayer is our approach to God. To persist in prayer and not to give up does not mean endless repetition or painfully long prayer sessions. Constant prayer means keeping our requests ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Abraham Earns An A+ Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on May 1, 2002
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     | 8,004 views

    An Expository Message On How God Test Our Faith And Commitment To Him. Genesis Series #45

    Genesis Series #45 April 28, 2002 Title: Abraham Earns An “A+” Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #45 in our verse-by-verse study of the book of Genesis. Read Genesis 22:1-19 There will be times in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Midnight Cry

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 10, 2014
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     | 25,687 views

    In the parable of the 10 Virgins, Jesus uses a wedding to describe the excitement about the Rapture. But it's also a warning. Half of the community of believers will not be ready when He comes. The Midnight Cry should wake us all to preparation.

    THE MIDNIGHT CRY Mt. 25:8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Appearances can be deceiving 1. A film crew was on location deep in the desert. One day an old Indian went up to the director and said, “Ugh. Tomorrow it rain.” The next day it rained. 2. A week later, the Indian went up to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    If Not Now, When? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023
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     | 1,570 views

    This sermon encourages us to understand and embrace our role in God's plan, urging us to respond to His call today, not tomorrow.

    Good morning, everyone. It's a beautiful day to gather in the name of the Lord. We're here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us has a purpose. Each of us is part of God's grand plan. Let's start by reading from the Book of Isaiah, Chapter 6, Verse 8: "Then I heard the voice ...read more

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    The Faithfulness Of God Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 3, 2007
    based on 66 ratings
     | 72,677 views

    People will let you down, but God never will.

    The Lord is a faithful God: • “Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commands” (Deuteronomy 7:9). • “He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Takes Courage Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Sep 29, 2008
     | 5,992 views

    Discouragement comes only when we look at our circumstances without looking at the faithfulness of God and the integrity of what He promised. We grow stronger in faith each time we, in spite of our circumstance, give glory to God.

    Sunday February 3rd, 2008 Series: the Fight part five Scripture: Mark 9:23 Sermon: It takes courage Speaker: Pastor Michael West, River of Life Without growing weak in faith, Abraham contemplated the impossibility. But he also thought about the greatness, goodness and the power of God. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Never Die?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 23, 2020
     | 3,101 views

    How would we live our lives today if we could live forever? Immortality is our reality in Christ. Let’s examine the death and resurrection of Lazarus and the One who dares to call himself “the resurrection and the life” in John 11:1-45.

    Let’s look at a couple of ways to examine a Bible passage: solving some dilemmas and finding the Good News. Let’s examine the death of Lazarus, and Jesus’ intervention, the One who dares to call Himself “the resurrection and the life” in John 11:1-45. 1. What are some Dilemmas in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joseph And The Power Of The Spirit Of God

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 21, 2013
     | 3,130 views

    This Advent, take St. Joseph as your model and follow God's will without reserve.

    Fourth Sunday of Advent 2013 Jesus, Mary & Joseph “Jesus, Mary and Joseph, be with me now and at the hour of my death.” Here in this first scene from the Gospel of Matthew, traditionally the oldest of the four Gospels, we hear a story that must have been passed down for at least forty ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    When God Orders Your Steps Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 551 views

    The story of David in 2 Samuel 2 shows that divine direction is the bedrock of spiritual success.

    WHEN GOD ORDERS YOUR STEPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 2:1-32 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Romans 8:14, Genesis 12:1-4 INTRODUCTION: After the death of Saul, a major shift occurred in Israel. David had every reason to seize the throne by force—he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Danger Of Unfinished Rebellions Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 134 views

    Every leader must remain spiritually alert—because the end of one battle does not mean the end of all warfare. After victory comes the responsibility of vigilance.

    THE DANGER OF UNFINISHED REBELLIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 20:1-26 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 8:11, Proverbs 29:1, Matthew 12:43-45, Romans 16:17-18, Hebrews 12:15 INTRODUCTION: In the aftermath of Absalom’s failed rebellion and David’s restoration, a new problem ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Possessing Your Mountain Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 8, 2025
     | 44 views

    Persistent faith never retires; it continues to claim God’s promises until every mountain of inheritance is possessed.

    POSSESSING YOUR MOUNTAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 14:6-12 Key Verse: “Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be the LORD will be with me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God