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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Worth The Wait Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 111 ratings
     | 55,943 views

    Those who faithfully wait before the Lord will exchange their strength for His and be enabled to perform the tasks of life all the way to its end.

    Isaiah 40: 27-31 "WORTH THE WAIT" [Isaiah 55:8-9] Universally it is complained that God is unjust, and usually the person making the complaint believes that God is unjust toward him personally. Is it an accurate statement that God is unjust? If so, why ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nine Principles For Powerful Prayer

    Contributed by David Hysong on Sep 27, 2016
    based on 9 ratings
     | 17,781 views

    Biblical principles to take a person's prayer life to the next level

    Nine Principles for Powerful Praying Preface- Prayer is a mystery- Almighty God does NOT need our help but He gives us the joy of partnering with Him! (Father/Son mowing grass or Mother/Daughter baking a cake) Prayer is the foundation for all life changing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Strikes Don't Always Mean Your Out

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 16, 2015
     | 5,888 views

    God provides a way for us to get throughout the ballgame of life in hopeless circumstances.

    Three Strikes Don’t Always Mean You’re Out By: Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Illustration – Game 4 of the 1941 Baseball World Series 1. NY Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers a. A rivalry so fierce it continued when the Dodgers left Brooklyn and moved to LA and continues to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy In Times Of Trial - James 1:2-4 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 14, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,004 views

    Count it pure joy in times of trial, testing and temptation??? That's CRAZY, right? No so fast, partner! This whole plan of salvation us upside down to this world; God dying for our sins? Why not joy in times of trouble! God is for us and with us! PTL!!

    As we take a look at our newest memory Scripture let’s look at the preceding verse James 1:1 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings.” Who is this James? There were two of the twelve named James Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Striving To Succeed In 2019

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 28, 2015
    based on 22 ratings
     | 16,574 views

    This lesson deals with Paul’s self-confession and desire to succeed in his “pursuit of Christ” and "the prize of the high calling of God." He provides a plan for all who are “striving to succeed,” in their pursuit of Christ. It begs our attention.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Release the Past 2. Reach for the Present 3. Race toward the Prize Remarks. 1. This lesson deals with believers striving to succeed – in their pursuit of Christ, and their desire to be well pleasing to God. The motto of the Lexus motorcar is the “Pursuit of Perfection.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life Unedited

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 5, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,886 views

    The doctrine of omniscience teaches that God knows everything that is going to happen. Yet there are times that He speaks to us about different possibilities for life, and in particular this morning He teaches us that prayer can affect your future.

    Life Unedited PPT 1 Message Title (Note to Pastor's in preparation for this message I prepared a notebook, and on the front cover it said: My Life 2016 unedited version. I used it as a visual aid in parts of this message. Simple to do, powerful effect.) PPT 2 Text Mt 24:20 "But pray that your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Me, Lord?

    Contributed by Scott White on Jun 17, 2016
     | 8,715 views

    The lesson deals with the age-old topic of how to deal with pain, sorrow, and grief. It talks about the need to understand that God is in control, and that sometimes there are blessings contained in those heartaches we experience.

    Opening scripture: Isaiah 55:6-11 I can remember very well the days that all of my children were born. They were special days, obviously. But the days my last three were born were had a little extra kick because I was able to be in the delivery room, to be there when those 3 took their first ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "what Doesn't Kill Us ..." Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 29, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,238 views

    James calls God’s training regimen “various [kinds of] trials” (James 1:2). As he prepares his friends for the inevitable test, he outlines for them ... and for us … the following five strategies to employ when times of testing challenge us.

    A very popular show in the sixties and seventies was a little half-hour police drama called … [do the theme music] … “Dragnet.” Remember that show? It starred Jack Webb as “Joe Friday” … a detective with the Los Angels Police Department. Joe Friday was a no-nonsense cop. His famous line was … ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • James Wallace avatar

    How To Mount A Spiritual Comeback Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 8, 2021
     | 3,939 views

    Has your walk with Christ deteriorated? Have life's struggles and distractions, even the pandemic, resulted in some backsliding? The writer to the Hebrews has a solution.

    Some of you here are familiar with Alex Smith, because he was for a number of years the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. But what many of you may not know is that Alex Smith was recently named the NFL’s 2020 Comeback Player of the Year But the award was actually an ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Jonathan Lee avatar

    Wisdom We Need Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Lee on Sep 27, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,015 views

    What's the most important wisdom we all need and how does the suffering of Job relate with the wisdom of Proverbs and the wisdom demonstrated by Jesus Christ?

    [The following sermon was given as a part of a church message series titled "What We Need" for Gracepoint Ministries (gracepointonline.org) in 2021] INTRODUCTION We’re now in the 21st century and we’ve increased in knowledge and understanding, from the intricate inner workings of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Stay In The Word.

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 22, 2023
     | 7,888 views

    It doesn't matter what other people do, what other churches do, how unpopular you may become you stay in the Word of God. How long until Jesus comes.

    STAY By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. "This sermon was preached at the 107th Holy Convocation of the Emmanuel Tabernacle Baptist Church of the Apostolic Faith" PRAYER: - SCRIPTURE: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 & 14 “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Living Above Offences Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025
     | 338 views

    Offences are part of life, especially for those walking with God. However, they don’t have to control or hinder you. You have the power through the Holy Spirit to live above them.

    LIVING ABOVE OFFENCES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1-5 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Matthew 18:7, Psalm 119:165, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Offences are an inevitable part of life. Jesus clearly stated in Luke 17:1 that offences will come, meaning no ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming The Spirit Of Offence

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025
     | 584 views

    Offence is a spiritual snare that Satan uses to trap God’s people. It creeps in subtly, but its consequences are severe: broken relationships, spiritual dryness, delayed destiny, and emotional pain.

    OVERCOMING THE SPIRIT OF OFFENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:1 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 18:19, Matthew 24:10, Hebrews 12:14-15, 2 Corinthians 2:10-11, Ephesians 4:31-32 INTRODUCTION: Offence is one of the enemy’s most effective weapons against believers. Jesus warned in Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Growing As A True Christian Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 468 views

    In this study, we will explore how to grow as a true Christian by cultivating the right practices and mindsets that promote maturity and spiritual strength.

    GROWING AS A TRUE CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 3:18 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:12–14, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:4-5 INTRODUCTION: Becoming a Christian is only the beginning of a lifelong journey of spiritual growth. Just as physical life ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lessons From The Wilderness Seasons Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 497 views

    The wilderness is not merely a geographical location; it is a spiritual season. It is a time of isolation, transition, testing, and preparation.

    LESSONS FROM THE WILDERNESS SEASONS OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 23:14-29 Supporting Texts: Exodus 13:17-18, Deuteronomy 8:2-3, Hosea 2:14-15, Psalm 63:1, Luke 4:1-14 INTRODUCTION: The wilderness is not merely a geographical location; it is a spiritual season. It is a time ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God