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  • Jim Drake avatar

    Plan The Work, Part 3: Defend The Plan Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 21, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,256 views

    When a leader knows, through prayer and the confirmation of God’s people, that he is in the will of God, he must defend his plan against ungodly opposition.

    One of the great lessons we get from the book of Nehemiah is that opposition is not a onetime deal. It would be nice if we could just deal with opposition once and be done with it, wouldn’t it? But we can’t. Because as long as we are doing the work that God calls us to do, we will have to face ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    My Body And Me Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,377 views

    In this sermon we look at Paul’s arguments in 1 Corinthians 6 about the damaging effects of sexual sin. Then we discuss how to overcome sexual temptation and sin.

    Introduction: A. One Sunday morning, the preacher began his sermon by telling the congregation that he was going to say a series of words, and he wanted them to sing the song that came to mind when he said each word. 1. The first word he said was "rock" They immediately started singing "Rock of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ivy Drafor-Amenyah avatar

    The Day Of Pentecost

    Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on May 25, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,280 views

    The Day of Pentecost marks the beginning of an authentic ministry for the disciples of Jesus, and we need such an experience to be effective in ministry, especially as we prepare people to come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

    REFLECTIONS ON THE DAY It was a unique occurrence. On that day, the setting was right and the atmosphere was conducive for a mighty move of God. When Jesus came into the world, He came through a family unit. That family became a multitude, made up of people He had nurtured and prepared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    10 Questions About Prayer: Crowd Shout-Out

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 16, 2025
     | 417 views

    Prayer is our greatest Christian privilege and our greatest Christian failure. The privilege of prayer refers to the opportunity for individuals to communicate with God, expressing their thoughts, needs, and gratitude.

    10 QUESTIONS ABOUT PRAYER: “CROWD SHOUT-OUT” INTRODUCTION A. IDEA & TEXT Tonight I want us to have a discussion about 10 aspects of PRAYER. Our key verse tonight is: "Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,931 views

    This sermon seeks to communicate that Christ’s own righteousness is imputed to those who believe thus, enabling the believer to live the Christ life like God designed it be lived.

    Martin Luther a German monk and theologian dealt the symbolic blow that began the Protestant Reformation when he nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Church. That document contained an attack on abuses by popes and the sale of indulgences by church officials. But Luther ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tasks Of A Missionary

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 28, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,513 views

    Paul’s goal in visiting various churches: To encourage and strengthen the saints so that they may stay true to the Lord and be effective witness. And to finish taking up the collections for the needy believers in Jerusalem.

    Introduction Illustration: A Missionary in Africa was once asked if he really liked what he was doing. His response was shocking. "Do I like this work?" he said. "No, my wife and I do not like dirt. We have reasonably refined sensibilities. We do not like crawling into vile huts through goat ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Churches That Heal - Part 1

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 7, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,785 views

    We need to commit here at New Life Community Church to create an environment that fosters spiritual healing for those who are wounded and in need of God’s touch.

    Churches That Heal - Part 1 Thesis: We need to commit here at New Life Community Church to create an environment that fosters spiritual healing for those who are wounded and in need of God’s touch. Scripture Text: John 5:1-17: 1Some time later, Jesus went up to Jerusalem for a feast of the Jews. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be The Parent God Wants Me To Be

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Nov 12, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 2,622 views

    Parenting is probably the most rewarding and yet most difficult responsibility that God has given us. The sermon explores ways that God has modeled effective parenting for us.

    How to be the parent God wants me to be. Luke 15:11-32 9/15/02 Remember the story of the little boy that went into the store and told the grocer that he needed a box of tide. What do you need a box of tide for, and the little boy said I’m gonna wash my cat. Son, he said, I think tide ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Character Study Of Apollos – An Eloquent Preacher Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 304 views

    Apollos was a powerful preacher and teacher, an example of how knowledge, passion, and humility can be used for God's work. Though he started with limited understanding, his willingness to learn and his boldness in ministry made him a key figure in the early church.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF APOLLOS – AN ELOQUENT PREACHER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 18:24-28 "Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was a learned man, with a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures." (Acts 18:24, NIV) Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ryan Akers avatar

    Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,312 views

    Society spends millions making us laugh about our differences about men and women. Men wish women would quit nagging and women wish men were more sensitive. But I believe God desires for us to celebrate our differences and use those differences for His Ki

    What ever happened to Ice tea and Front Porches? Part 3- Men are from Mars Women Are From Venus Romans 12:1-8 Pastor Ryan Akers Me- In my short life I have learned many things. rewind an electric motor, change oil in a car, build computers from the ground up, properly mow a yard. I have read ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Peace: The Virtue Of Stability (4 Of 10) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 6,676 views

    We long for peace in our world, in our communities, in our families, and even in our churches. Real peace is a condition of the soul, not our outward circumstances.

    We long for peace. We want peace in the Middle East, Europe, and in Korea. We want peace in our land. We are troubled by scenes of people buying gas masks, duct tape, and plastic. We are even more troubled at the sight of a toddler taking out her pacifier to put on a gas mask. We long for peace in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Throne Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 18,686 views

    I would propose to you that true prayer is spiritual business from beginning to end, and when offered in Jesus’ Name, according to God’s will prayer is powerful and effective.

    Turn your Bibles to Hebrews 4:14 - 16 Title: Throne of Grace Theme: Principles to Enjoying the Grace of God Series: Grasping the Foundational Truths of Prayer Listen as I read Hebrews 4:14 – 16, “Therefore, since we have a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    "These Men Had Been With Jesus"

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 23, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,304 views

    Special message for our county fair about how when we hang out with Jesus, he changes our lives and makes us effective witnesses for Him.

    Foundations for Healthy Personal Relationships Part 3 – Respecting Other People’s Boundaries Romans 14 August 15, 2010 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I spent my high school years in a rather permissive atmosphere. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Temptation Management-101—1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,434 views

    Part 1 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

    Temptation Management-101—1—Luke 4:1-13 We must learn to control/manage life’s temptations...that we may prevent falling into—Sexual/Drug/Alcohol/Food/ Social-Relationship & Financial, etc...— sin. Jesus was able to manage temptation so that it never hindered His ministry. God’s people must know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptation Management-101—2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 8, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,301 views

    Part 2 of a 4 part sermon dealing with the importance of managing temptation effectively so that it will not become sin, thus freeing God to work in our lives.

    Temptation Management 101-II—Luke 4:1-13 We must learn to control/manage life’s temptations. Control our falling into the temptations—Sexual/Drug/Alcohol/Food/ Social-Relationships/ Financial, etc....— so they do not become sin, hindering God’s work in us. Jesus was able manage temptation so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist