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  • Chris Thron avatar

    Rush Hour Ii: Flesh Versus Spirit Series

    Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 8,480 views

    Inside of us, the spirit is fighting against the flesh. We need to feed the spirit, and starve the flesh.

    Rush hour 2 : Flesh versus Spirit Introduction: Spiritually, there is a war going on inside of you. Gal 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. Gal 5:17 For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Heart Series

    Contributed by Lacell Sherman on Nov 24, 2000
    based on 147 ratings
     | 16,665 views

    Part of a three part series telling the role of the heart in conjunction with your spiritual growth.

    My focus this evening will be the Heart. It was once stated by an anonymous author that: "Thy speech betrayeth thee." Speech is the index of the soul. Utterance is the open door through which the character is known. Words are the fruit of the lips, and by their fruits we know them. Scripture: ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Psst - Don't Tell Anyone, But...

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,707 views

    Recognizing and ridding ourselves from the deadly sin of gossip.

    Introduction A. Gossip is a destructive mode of conversation practiced daily. 1. It affects the least to the greatest among us. 2. It is commonplace in the world as it is the church of our Lord. 3. The Bible, because of this, speaks of it and so must we. B. While the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Disagree Without Being Disagreeable

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 13, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,979 views

    “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires”

    Disagree Without Being Disagreeable: John 8:48-52 Introduction: No matter how good of a communicator you are, you will come to a time in a relationship when you must learn how to politely disagree. The Bible gives us an excellent illustration of this when Jesus showed his disciples how to disagree ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Exile Is Over Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,125 views

    Christ’s Death removes the Punishment for our sin. His life invites us into the presence of our loving God.

    Romans 5:1-11 February 8, 2009 The exile is over Introduction – Rules and Relationship You are not “saved” by behaving, but by believing You are not given the Spirit and the gifts of the Spirit because you behave well, but because you Believer in Jesus. You are Free from the Law! Don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    It's All Good

    Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,546 views

    Jesus letting it all go

    Sermon John 20:19 It was evening of the first day of the week. The followers had gathered together with the doors locked because they were afraid of the Jews. Jesus came and said “May you have peace. New Living Translation It’s all good Max Lucado writes this from the New Living Translation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Sing Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 1, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,446 views

    This is the 14th sermon in the series "Moving With God". This is also a Palm Sunday Sermon.

    Sunday Morning April 5, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Moving With God (Exodus)” [#14] IT’S TIME TO SING Exodus 15:1-21 Introduction: Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” On this Palm Sunday, I am reminded of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Escaping Your Alcatraz

    Contributed by David Edward Ray on Nov 26, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,226 views

    Escaping your Alcatraz is a message of hope for those that are caught in their own prison of addiction, depression or anything that has us bound. All of our efforts cannot set us free. The Spirit of the Lord can.

    On June 11, 1962, Clarence Anglin, John Anglin and Frank Morris tucked papier-Mache heads resembling their own likenesses into their beds, broke out of the main prison building via an unused utility corridor and departed Alcatraz Island aboard an improvised inflatable raft to an uncertain fate, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Birth Of The Sovereign

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015
     | 2,440 views

    Christmas

    Matt 2:1-12 The Birth Of The Sovereign I. The REVELATION OF THE KING. 2 Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Genesis Chapter Thirty-Three Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,578 views

    These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Thirty-Three. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

    GENESIS CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Jacob is reunited with Esau. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 33 The friendly meeting of Jacob and Esau. Esau at first refuses, but, being urged, accepts his brother's present. Esau returns to Seir. Jacob ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unlocking Life's Gate: A Biblical Perspective SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,444 views

    A gate serves as a crucial element in any structure, providing security and protection. In the Bible, the gate holds significant power, serving as a venue for business, military planning, and judgment. This sermon explores these aspects and their implications for our lives.

    Genesis 28:12 says, "He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it." In this verse, Jacob saw a ladder connecting heaven and earth, with angels going up and down. Verse 13 says, "There above ...read more

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    Divine Direction: 7-Day Prayer And Fasting Itinerary Focused On Breakthrough Prayers, With Daily Prayer Points Accompanied By Relevant Scriptures - Day 1 Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 21, 2024
     | 4,408 views

    Breakthrough prayers are fervent appeals to God, seeking to surmount formidable life challenges and obstructions. They act as a potent spiritual lever to disengage from the shackles of negative ancestral legacies or demonic interferences that may be stalling your progress.

    Upon ascending the sacred mountain last night, I was divinely commissioned by the Holy Spirit to shepherd you through seven days of strategic breakthrough prayers. This spiritual journey is designed to fortify you with victory over adversarial forces and to align you with the success and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Fathering

    Contributed by Ed Cole on Jun 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,700 views

    A classic sermon by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole about how a father should teach, love, give to, and do things for his children.

    (Sermon Central Subscribers’ Free Gift: www.MajoringInMen.com/SermonCentral) Introduction 1. Ephesians 6:1-4 2. 1 Kings 2:2 3. Genesis 2:15 – Guide, guard, govern, Prophet, priest, king Five Things a Father Must Teach His Children 1. The attributes of God. 2. Who Jesus Christ is, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fear Of The Natural Series

    Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Feb 8, 2010
     | 4,432 views

    Teens learn what it means to have natural fear in this message on Fear.

    Fear of the Natural gb. 7/11/05. the Point Black Bart was a professional thief whose very name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. Between 1875 and 1883 he robbed 29 different ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Happiness Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 8, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,441 views

    God’s favor rests on those who recognize how much they need Him. I. The Poor in Spirit Are Humble Minded II. The Poor in Spirit Are Highly Regarded III. The Poor in Spirit Are Heavily Rewarded

    Living in the Father’s Favor: The Happiness of Humility Matthew 5:3 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Intro: After the church service a little boy told the pastor, "When I grow up, I’m going to give you some money. "Well, thank you," the pastor replied. "But ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God