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  • Richard Tow avatar

    Current Crisis In America (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 18, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,229 views

    In a time of high emotion and turbulence Christians must carefully anchor their decisions in biblical principles. This message addresses how we must fight the current cultural battle and where the focus of our efforts must be.

    Introduction America is in a serious time of crisis. Most of us can easily see that. The crisis poses a serious question as to what we should do now. A lot of energy has been expended in recent months by both liberals and conservatives in the political process. As conservatives, we are disappointed ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    I Am Called 'elohim' Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 9, 2020
     | 7,075 views

    The minute you open up the Bible it’s as if God has taken your face in His hands, is looking you in the eyes, and saying: “Read my lips … I am God … I am Elohim … I am the eternal Creator and Sustainer of Life who made you so that I can love you and you can love me.”

    Names … We all have them … be dumb if we didn’t, amen? You can’t go around saying “Hey you over there” all day. Names make sense … but how often do you think about your name … or names? And I do mean “names” plural … because we all have more than one name. For example, I have three names ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "the Power Of The Believer's Authority."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 1, 2022
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     | 4,918 views

    The government of God's kingdom is trustworthy and has a judicial branch acknowledged in the Book of Daniel as the council of God. This message explores the power believers can access when they apply the word of God to their lives and ministries.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 16:18) “And I say also unto thee, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” (Matthew 10:1) "And when he had called unto him his twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Its Not Good To Be Alone Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 3, 2021
     | 2,568 views

    Its Not Good to Be Alone Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS September 12, 2021

    Its Not Good to Be Alone Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS September 12, 2021 Summary: This is a message that leads into series on building better relationships. Identify that our design if for relationship...and the need to grow in relationship building...and the model that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authentic Versus Counterfeit Faith (Part I) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on May 20, 2024
     | 1,449 views

    Justification is by faith alone. But we must be sure that the faith we are operating in is the biblical faith Paul is talking about in Romans 4. The authentic faith of Abraham is described in verses 16-22. This description is examined.

    Intro Jesus made an alarming statement in the Sermon on the Mount: “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven. 22 On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Week Seven Christian Maturity Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,486 views

    As you received the Lord, so walk in Him!

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY I. INTRODUCTION This seventh and final lesson is the target of the other lessons. This lesson and the other six can be foundational blocks to begin or continue your Christian walk, to begin or increase your service to our Lord. Spiritual maturity and God’s use of you increase ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Pleading The Blood Of Jesus Biblical?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 11, 2025
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     | 980 views

    It is argued that the “blood” of Jesus is for protection” and therefore justifies the practice of pleading it.

    INTRODUCTION The Blood of Jesus is mentioned many times throughout the Bible and refers to His sacrificial death on the Cross. Jesus said at the Last Supper, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.” (Matthew 26:28 NIV) “without the shedding ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Forerunner And The Final Trumpet: Preparing For The Coming King (Parts 1 & 2) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 17, 2025
     | 194 views

    Two thousand years ago, God broke four hundred years of prophetic silence by raising a man named John the Baptist—a forerunner crying in the wilderness, “Prepare the way of the Lord.” Today, the same Spirit is stirring the remnant Church to take up that mantle again.

    The Forerunner and the Final Trumpet: Preparing for the Coming King (Parts 1 & 2) October 18, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 1:67-80 Somewhere in the halls of our universities, in our capitol buildings, on the glow of our screens, and even inside our sanctuaries, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Don't Forget To Forget Your Past Series

    Contributed by Daniel Sanders on Dec 26, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 32,504 views

    ?u???the past behind and forgetting it is one of the most trying thing for most Christians to do. But Paul encouraged us not just to put our pass life without Christ behind, but also to count it as garbage and above all, as being lost; completely forgo

    Watch Night Message 2004 Don’t Forget to Forget You Past Will You Carry Your Old Mess Into the New Year? Or Will There Be A New Beginning? Introduction: Church, are you ready for the New Year? - Are you ready for a fresh new start? - Are you ready to soar with the eagles? - Are you ready for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Healthy Meal

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,750 views

    a message based on Hebrews 10

    Hebrews 10:19-25 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ February 10, 2002 A burglar, needing money to pay his income taxes, decided to rob the safe in a store. On the safe door he was very pleased to find a note reading: "Please don’t use dynamite. The safe is not locked. Just turn the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Conflicts Arise In Christian Community

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,227 views

    Learn the principles for dealing successfully with the inevitable conflicts that arise in church

    Last week, we looked at how integrating God’s influence results in healthy relationships. The four steps contained in Philippians 3:15-4:1 were "ask God for clear thinking, live what we know from God, pattern after godly people and make room for a biblical future." If we could do this perfectly ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Do Not Bear False Witness

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Mar 26, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,130 views

    a journey through the scriptures noting how the 9th command has been broken

    Islington Baptist Church March 24, 2002 Exodus 20:16 Scriptures: Daniel 6, I Kings 21, etc Do not bear false witness against other people Command #9 Please don’t raise your hands, but how many of you have appeared in some sort of court before? How many of you are aware that people have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Live With An Eternal Perspective Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 19,719 views

    MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get sidetracked by petty disagreements. 3. Live for Christ every

    Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 2. Live With An Eternal Perspective Philippians 1:12-29 May 8/9, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Do You Say That I Am?

    Contributed by Matthew Atkins on May 5, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 14,666 views

    The central question in life, in the church, in every circumstance is - "Who do we say that Jesus is."

    According to Hegessipus, an early Christian historian - Peter, having been urged to flee by the Christians in Rome, was on his way out of that violent city, when he saw a vision of Jesus. Peter asked the Lord where He was going and the Lord told him that He was on His way to be crucified again. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why Do We Fast?

    Contributed by James May on May 5, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 20,353 views

    Fasting is more than skipping a meal or a number of meals, that’s only dieting. Fasting is always for a purpose and with an answer to prayer in mind.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible