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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Fighting Against God Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 7, 2022
     | 1,766 views

    When ever someone tries to stop the Gospel or the church of Jesus Christ, God always wins!

    FIGHTING AGAINST GOD Text: Acts 5:33-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I first got interested in music, the first artist that I took a liking to was a man named Jim Croce. He is famous for songs like Bad, Bad Leroy Brown and Time In a Bottle. I was thinking this week of another one of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Vetting S(P)aul (Third Sunday After Easter 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 29, 2022
     | 1,413 views

    How do you think it must have taken Saul by surprise to think that he was doing the Lord a favor persecuting Christians when he got chastised by the Lord Jesus Christ?

    Vetting S(P)aul Text: Acts 9: 1 -15 Act 9:1-15  Meanwhile Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest  (2)  and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any who belonged to the Way, men or women, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Henderson avatar

    When Crisis Hits Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 22, 2017
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     | 15,414 views

    Jeremiah was known as the weeping prophet. He faced great opposition and at one point blamed God for it. We often do the same. Jeremiah shows us the way out.

    “When Crisis Hits” Lamentations 3:7-9; 17-27 Once a month for the past 8 months I have met with a group of pastors in our area. We come together for three hours to learn from each other, to encourage each other and to pray for each other. We met this past Monday night and as we closed, my partner ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Well, Slap My Face And Call Me--- His. Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 19, 2014
     | 5,051 views

    An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth seemed rather fair but Jesus had a better, more difficult way to settle things.

    As some of you remembered back in May, four weeks before my very first cruise, I fell at the local Y injuring my shoulder. What followed was accident reports being filed, doctor visits, ex-rays, MRIs, and the diagnosis of shoulder surgery. Looking on the internet I was discovering the cost was to ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A Reflected Glory

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 16, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,843 views

    What is amazing, as Moses came down from the mountain, is that he was unaware that his face was, literally, sending out horns of light (Exodus 34:29).

    A REFLECTED GLORY. Exodus 34:29-35. In discussing the nature of the resurrection body, the Apostle Paul comments, ‘There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon’ (1 Corinthians 15:41). In the Epistle to the Hebrews, we read that Christ Jesus is ‘worthy of more glory than Moses’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    For Jesus’ Love 11 Leadership Traits

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 22, 2017
     | 2,362 views

    In leadership, the FACE OFF that requires nerves and stamina to stand before another person is notably not always the best strategy for the people at all times as we see with King David and King Saul however, God used FACE OFF against Jezebel.

    FOR JESUS’ LOVE 11 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (August 19, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • David Flowers avatar

    Grace We Don't Deserve: The Face Of Grace Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 29, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,602 views

    Grace, by definition, is something we do not deserve. This Easter message focuses on four things we can see in the face of Jesus that demonstrate God’s grace.

    Grace We Don’t Deserve: The Face of Grace “Grace,” part 3 of 3 Easter Sunday – March 27, 2005 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers I have to start out this morning by saying I know the title of this message is redundant. By definition, grace is unmerited favor – favor that we do not deserve. ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Facing Your Giants: overcoming Life’s Challenges!

    Contributed by George Durham on Jul 8, 2014
     | 11,657 views

    David & Goliath: 1 Samuel 17

    1 Samuel 17:12-50 David & Goliath + Philistine army had gathered 4 war against Israel. 2 Armies faced each other, camped 4 battle on Opposite sides of a STEEP VALLEY. SOMETHING IS MOVING DOWN THE SLOPE. SOMETHING BIG. SOMETHING HUGE. LIKE A TREE!. Whatever it is, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Power Of And The Oppostion To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 15, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,955 views

    the power of the gospel causes opposition

    The Power Of And The Opposition To The Gospel Acts 19:21-41 Our text records the story of a riot in Ephesus instigated against Paul and the new church there. Although Paul was not at the center of the action, it must have been an unforgettably frightening ordeal. Most of us have never had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Name And Identity

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,059 views

    This passage in Proverbs 22 illustrates our potential for our names, positions, judgments and behaviors.

    OUR NAME AND IDENTITY Text: Proverbs 22: 1 – 2, 8 – 9 & 22 – 23 Someone once said “True wealth is not found in gold, silver or other tangible forms of treasure. It is found in the possession of a reputation for honor, integrity, and justice”. (Walter Bruggemann, Charles B. Cousar, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Luther Sexton avatar

    Three Important Looks Or Paul's Last Testimony

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Dec 3, 2015
     | 7,853 views

    Paul takes a look around as he gives his last testimony.

    An outline from the book The Bumps Are What You Climb On "Three Important Looks" by Warren Wiersbe pg 17 1980 THREE IMPORTANT LOOKS OR PAUL'S LAST TESTIMONY INTRODUCTION: Just looking in department stores. Often looking with no purpose. II Timothy 4:6-8 Paul was looking with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Fire Shut Up In My Bones PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,824 views

    God's call on our lives is unstoppable and His purpose remains unquenchable, even in the face of discouragement, and we must persevere in our faith.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a message that I believe is relevant and important for all of us, especially in the times we're living in. As Charles Spurgeon once said, "By perseverance the snail reached the ark." So let us persevere in our walk with God, trusting in ...read more

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  • David Scudder avatar

    Responding To Eternal Glory Part I Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 11, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,983 views

    Bible believers are sometimes criticized because they believe in heaven instead of facing the real world. The truth is the opposite. Heaven is more real than this present life because it is permanent and this life is temporary.

    Revelation 22:6-9 Purpose: To challenge believers to stay focused on God. Aim: I want the listener to worship God intently. INTRODUCTION: How can we be content in a world where there is so much suffering and pain, especially when it looks like it's only going to get worse? Even if the world ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Victory In The Valley – Confronting The Giants Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 438 views

    Every believer will face giants. Some will be giants of fear, failure, delay, sin, or public opposition. But like David, we must run into the valley with confidence in the God who fights for us.

    VICTORY IN THE VALLEY – CONFRONTING THE GIANTS OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:1-3, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10-13 INTRODUCTION: Every believer will face a valley where a giant stands tall—defying faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Mende avatar

    Will You Leave Jesus?

    Contributed by David Mende on Mar 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,308 views

    What will you do when you face trials, temptations, and persecution? Will you leave Jesus or will you remain faithful to him? I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. Attrition among Christians is a common problem faced by several pastors and missionaries. For instance, according to Pew Research Center, in 2007, 78% of the American adults in the US considered ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God