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  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Work Of The Holy Spirit - Overcoming Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 7, 2016
     | 5,286 views

    Helping us understand what the work of the Holy Spirit is.

    Title: The Overcomer Theme: To show that the work of the Holy Spirit is to bring conviction: of sin, of righteousness and of judgement. Text: John 16:7 - 11 Joh 16:7-11 Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    I Can't Get No Satisfaction Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 11, 2016
     | 6,189 views

    This sermon begins the series in which we want to encounter and honor God in our lives and church. The only real satisfaction we have in life is God. Everything else is a poor substitute.

    1. If She Doesn't Hurry... When J. K. Rowling was having trouble finishing her fifth Harry Potter book, her fans grew impatient. One was quoted as saying, "If she doesn't hurry, we're going to move on to caring about something else." That reflects our age. Our attention spans are short, and we want ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Godless Delusion Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 13, 2017
     | 7,063 views

    See the foolishness of man (without God) and the wisdom and certainty of God's Word.

    1 Kings 11 ends with the death of Solomon, and with that, the end of a united Kingdom of Israel. • The Kingdom will be divided into TWO – with ten tribes to be led by JEROBOAM (one of Solomon’s official), currently taking refuge in Egypt. • And the other – the tribe of JUDAH plus Benjamin – under ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Is The Law Still Valid?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 5, 2017
     | 5,722 views

    Jesus discusses salt, light and law

    Intro In the sermon on the mount Jesus called us salt and light, then condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Does that mean that Christians should put to death idolaters, Sabbath breakers, adulterers and those who dishonor their parents, sacrifice animals, be circumcised, rest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stephen’s Death

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2017
     | 10,730 views

    They cut Stephen’s speech short; they had heard more than enough when Stephen accused them of murdering Jesus. They were filled with uncontrollable rage and gnashed their teeth at him.

    February 3, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson II.E.3: Stephen’s Death (7.54-60) Acts 7.54-60 (KJV) 54 When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. 55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Embracing Christ Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 24, 2016
     | 6,192 views

    This message is designed to inspire you to take a look at how special you are to God and raise your awareness to the times when He gives you opportunities to shine for Him.

    Embracing Christ - Part 1 Text: John 15:16 Introduction: Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church, said, “I want you to represent me on the earth.” Think of how precious and awesome that is that – that God, who created all things including man, would choose us to represent Him on ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Proof Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,387 views

    Authentic Faith is always accompanied by works.

    The Proof of Faith James 2:14-26 * To establish a historical event is to depend on two principles; a) evidence. Evidence is all we have left of past events because we cannot recreate them and, b) determine what is probable, not what is possible. All kinds of things are ‘possible’, but generally, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What It Means To Do Justice Love Mercy And Walk Humbly With God

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 27, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,705 views

    A great way to begin a new year is to remember who we are in Christ as children of the Father and to recommit ourselves to living a Holy Spirit filled life.

    2.1.11 INTRO It's 2011 and we all have to get used to writing 2011 instead of 2010 -- whether on a cheque or letter. It's easy to forget. POINT It doesn't matter if we forget to do some things, but other memories are more important -- particularly remembering who we are. STORY It's a common ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resident Evil

    Contributed by Michael Walther on Jul 29, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,459 views

    Based on the Parable of the Weeds, this sermon examines how Satan works within the church and how the church overcomes.

    Resident Evil Matthew 13.24-43 Introduction Jesus prepares the disciples and the church for troubles that lie ahead. The Bible tells us that Satan attacks the church constantly. We usually think of those attacks coming from the outside as Peter said, “The devil prowls about like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Are Those Idols Made Of?

    Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 16, 2011
     | 7,323 views

    Ezekiel prophesies to the mountains and uses some strong language to describe the false gods and idolatry of God

    In Ezekiel chapter 6, Ezekiel’s dramatic visual aids are lessened. Except for his facing the mountains of Israel in a symbolic fashion, this text is pretty much proclamation of God’s message without much dramatization. The message, however, remains strong and powerful. This was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 7, 2012
     | 2,530 views

    1 of 2. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

    DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE—I Attention: Our Okefenokee Canoe trip in early 1980’s/We were members of the Sierra Club/Had a great bunch of friends/We learned to explore the area by canoe(our favorite way)/Just me & wife took a 3-day canoe trip to thru Okefenokee Swamp/Got all equipment ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “what Kind Of Praying Must We Do?” - Part One Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 13, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,816 views

    Jesus teaches us that our prayers need to be daring.

    It has been said the prayer is the greatest secret weapon of the church today. Great, because God promises to answer prayer. Secret, because most Christians do not know how prayer works. Our Lord’s disciples had asked Jesus to teach them to pray (v. 1). As part of His answer, Jesus shared a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Certain Disciple At Damascus, Named Ananias... Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,915 views

    God uses you even if you are not famous as long as you make yourself available for His service and yourself spiritually to receive and obey His commands.

    And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do You Feel Good Series

    Contributed by Randy Stephenson on May 12, 2012
     | 6,150 views

    Inspirational for the purpose of encouraging a decision to be in a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    John 15:1–8 (ESV) Do you feel good enough about yourself? Maybe the circumstances of life have not been good for you lately. So I will ask are you feeling OK about yourself. Who validates you and your life? At various stages of life we individually experience what it means to feel broken, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Conditions For Assuming Leadership-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 14, 2014
     | 3,474 views

    1 of 4. Upon Moses’ death, God called Joshua to lead Israel. God always calls capable leaders to lead His people. What surrounds the leadership of God’s people? A Condition for Assuming leadership among God’s people is A Defined/Decisive...

    CONDITIONS For ASSUMING LEADERSHIP-I—Joshua 1:1-18 New/Begin/Start/Change A tourist on vacation is driving thru Pennsylvania’s Amish country, drives over a hill & spies a wagon that had spilled a huge-entire load of hay. A young Amish boy was picking up handfuls of hay & placing them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist