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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    From Heel Grabber To Israel Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2006
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     | 5,654 views

    Wrestling with God brings victory!

    From Heel Grabber to Israel Text : Gen. 32:22-32 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 32:22-32 2. Illustration: "You must pray with all your might. That does not mean saying your prayers, or sitting gazing about in church or chapel with eyes wide open while someone else says them for you. It means ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeremy Poling avatar

    From Serve Us To Service

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,649 views

    God blesses a life of service.

    From Serve-us To Service Eph 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. “Workmanship” – you were made to make a contribution…to make a difference. Message bible 1Pe 4:10 Be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Pastor Renji George avatar

    Lesson From Adam And Eve

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 12, 2024
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    Adam could have repented and come back to God. God gave him a chance to repent. But instead of admitting the fault he blamed his wife (Genes 3:12). If Adam had admitted the fault of disobedience to God, God would have forgiven him.

    God could have stopped Eve from sinning. Do you think God did not know when satan was entering the garden of Eden? Was God unaware of satan tempting His precious child Eve? The closing of Genesis 3 speaks about God keeping Cheru-bims to watch over the garden with a flaming sword (Genesis 3:24). ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Preacher Rescued From Death Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2025
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     | 253 views

    Acts 23:12-35 shows us how God’s providence works in his most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing all his creatures, and all their actions.

    Introduction In December 2005, Tony Dungy, coach of the Indianapolis Colts, suffered a tragic loss with the death of his 18-year-old son. At the same time, the Colts faltered during their final games and lost the chance to play for the Super Bowl that year. As players cleaned out their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Let God Be God

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,304 views

    Let Go and Let God is sage advice for any Christian. Our strength comes not from controlling God, but from allowing God to be who God is, powerful, wise, loving, and forgiving.

    Psalm 23 “Let God Be God” INTRODUCTION Role playing—the art of acting out a different player in life than ourselves—has been used for years to enable people to see life from a different perspective. In Psalm 23 the writer takes on a very different perspective. He views the world and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steven Buhr avatar

    If My People Pray

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Sep 19, 2015
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     | 15,367 views

    We're going to look at an old passage of scripture today, we are going to focus on one verse, one phrase that God spoke and which we today consider one of the deepest revelations about the power and pattern of prayer.

    If My People… June 21st, 2015 2 Chronicles 7:14 Who here would like to know that God hears you when you pray? Who wants to be forgiven of any and all wrongs done to others or towards God? Who wants to be healed from past hurts and live in a community that is experiencing healing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    The God Of Hope

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 12, 2022
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    Even though the English word “hope’ may have an element of uncertainty in it, the Greek word in the New Testament always speaks of a sure expectation of some good outcome or positive result. There is a certainty in the hope given in the biblical record.

    Alba 7-10-2022 THE GOD OF HOPE Romans 15:7-13 In one of Charles Shulz's Peanut’s cartoons, Lucy and Linus are sitting in front of the television set when Lucy says to Linus, “Go get me a glass of water.” Linus looks surprised, “Why should I do anything for you? You never do anything for me.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 12, 2016
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     | 7,163 views

    Don't let ritual rise above your relationship with God. Don't let your ways rise above God's ways.

    Last week we saw the marks of a great servant in Prophet Samuel. He is a man of integrity, faithfulness and a genuine love for his people. • Today we will see the new leader Saul, and sadly, the opposite of what we see last week – the marks of a disobedient servant. Let’s read 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Facing Opposition From The Carnal

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,280 views

    To lead the children to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people.

    Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 35 – John the Baptist, a Faithful Messenger – Luke 3:1-20; 7:18-23; Mark 6:17-29 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people. 2. Explanation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beyond The Upper Room: The Promised Empowerment Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 1, 2023
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    The Second Chapter of Acts describes the birth of the church in accordance with the declaration of the Lord Jesus (Matthew 16:13-19). Acts shows the power and direction of the Holy Spirit in the work of the church beyond the day of Pentecost.

    Every Bible-believing follower of Jesus Christ will confess, affirm, and proclaim that what happened to the one hundred and twenty followers of Jesus on the Day of Pentecost was an undeniable supernatural act of the Holy Spirit in accordance with the teaching and promise given by the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Climb #1, Lessons From Mt. Horeb

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 13, 2015
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     | 10,295 views

    From Exodus 20:18-21 we see how Moses and God planned out a worship experience for Israel on Mt. Horeb, and the outcome of that worship experience.

    Climb #1: Lessons from Mt. Horeb Exodus 20:18-21 INTRODUCTION: We are beginning a new 6 week series called "Climb" dealing with various mountains in the Bible where significant things happened. Today we’ll talk about Mt. Horeb, also known as Mt. Sinai. This mountain plays an important ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    More Important Messages From Our Master Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,674 views

    Jesus spoke about: 1. The suffering that will come our way (vs. 1-4). 2. Our Savior going away (vs. 4-7). 3. Sending God's Spirit our way (vs. 7).

    More Important Messages from Our Master The Gospel of John John 16:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - November 15, 2017 (Revised March 26, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16, as we continue our study of the night before the cross. By this point, Jesus and His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Diana Ball avatar

    Living Victoriously!

    Contributed by Diana Ball on Jan 3, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,542 views

    A reminder of the things we need to focus on if we expect to live a life of victory in Christ.

    PROVERBS 3: 5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." There are four points to living the Christian life in absolute victory. 1. TRUST GOD God is the same yesterday, today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jim Mooney avatar

    How To Benefit From The Bible Series

    Contributed by Jim Mooney on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 228 ratings
     | 14,801 views

    God’s word is the source of our Chrisyian faith, this sermon will instruct Believers on how to get the most from it.

    HOW TO BENEFIT FROM THE BIBLE Growing Up Rather Than Giving Up - Part 5 James 1:19-27 Our lives are to be governed and controlled by the word of God, The Bible. Yet there are many in churches through out America the are governed and controlled by their fears, doubt, unbelief, wrong emotions and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Heals In Unexpected Ways Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 387 views

    Naaman’s story teaches that healing is not about status, expectations, or emotions. It is about humility, obedience, and faith.

    THE GOD WHO HEALS IN UNEXPECTED WAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14 Supporting Texts: Exodus 15:26; Psalm 103:3; Matthew 8:1-3; Isaiah 55:8-9; James 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION: Naaman was a highly decorated military general—valiant, respected, and a man of influence. Yet, behind the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God