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  • Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide avatar

    The Hard Thing / Difficult Situation Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Apr 5, 2023
     | 3,208 views

    Elijah told Elisha that was a HARD THING, a double portion of the anointing is a HARD THING. 2 Kgs 2:9. But then a Window was created for the actualisation of that request and that window is illustrated with the word "NEVERTHELESS".

    2 Kings? ?2:8-15? ?KJV. “And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground. And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ropehandlers

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 12,080 views

    everyone is important to the work of God

    Intro: when I was younger I had the lone ranger mentality, the rise and fall of every situation rested squarely on the shoulders of the leader. So I went into ministry thinking I had sole responsibility for success in every situation. Now 18 years later my thinking is exactly opposite, to see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Marianne Unger avatar

    The Compassion Of Christ

    Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jun 23, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,353 views

    There is no sin that is too big for God’s forgiveness.

    The story of the Geresene Demoniac. This story gives me chills. There is so much meaning beyond the words written on the page. There are so many questions to be asked. Jesus enters a town that is obviously not filled with Jews. The first question to be asked is, Are they Gentiles or Heathens. We ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Committed To Serve Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 1, 2019
     | 8,590 views

    Knowing the disciples would face a difficult and discouraging task at times, Jesus sought to encourage them by reminding them of their standing with God. We too can draw strength from the Lord and need reminded of that which is available to the believer.

    Committed to Serve Matthew 10: 29-33 Jesus had shared much with the disciples prior to sending them out in pairs of two for ministry. He had been very straightforward with them, revealing the difficulties and opposition they would encounter as the proclaimed the Good News. Some would happily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daryl Bahn avatar

    Growing Pains

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,621 views

    The danger of growth is great. The need for growth is even greater. The love of Jesus, the Good Sheperd for his people is the greatest of all!

    GROWING PAINS (Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a, 51-60) Intro: Wouldn’t it be great if our church suddenly grew by the thousands? The book of Acts demonstrates that this is possible. It also reminds us to be careful what we wish for, because growth isn’t always easy or painless. It often means we have to deal ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,882 views

    THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

    BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Destructive Critics

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jan 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,971 views

    Recognize that when you step out on faith, follow God, and try to make a difference, you will be criticized. Expect it and deal with it through prayer, keeping the proper perspective, and being persistent.

    DISTRUCTIVE CRITICS Nehemiah 4:1-23 Introduction: In a Charlie Brown comic, Linus is seated with a troubled look on his face, his security blanket over his shoulder, his thumb in his mouth. Turning to Lucy, he asks, “Why are you always so anxious to criticize me?” Her response: “I just think I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Youths And Dating

    Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 32,990 views

    Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main causes of Tension between parents and youths. Sometimes its even a problem among youths themselves.

    DATING AND YOUTHS Objectives of the message • Help youths know what dating is, • Explore the dangers of dating, • Know how parents can help, • Resolve to have a purpose before dating. Introduction: Dating is fast becoming the fashion of the day for many youths. Yet it remains one of the main ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    I Am The Light Of The World – Light In The Darkness – John 9 - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022
     | 6,948 views

    In Part 1 we looked at the blind man from John 9 where Jesus said He was the Light of the World. Now we are going to consider practical verses dealing with walking in the light of God - our walk in light with Christ, our Light.

    I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD – LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS – JOHN 9 - PART 2 We have been working through the Series on THE “I AMs” of John’s Gospel, and last time we covered the first Part of “I am the Light of the World”. This is Part 2 and looks more at the Christian’s walk as followers of The Light ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Douglas Kinney avatar

    The Lost Art Of Ministry

    Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Dec 27, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,821 views

    The church has lost sight of its purpose and ministry.

    The lost art of ministry Revelations 3:1-3 Write this to Sardis, to the Angel of the church. The One holding the Seven Spirits of God in one hand, a firm grip on the Seven Stars with the other, speaks: "I see right through your work. You have a reputation for vigor and zest, but you’re dead, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joshua Bowers avatar

    Flares Are Going Off...will You Still Crash

    Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Oct 15, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,898 views

    As we go through life we can avoid a lot of pain if we will just be a little quieter and listen to the warnings God gives us

    Flares are going off. Will you still crash? I don’t know if you have noticed or not but we live in a society who ignores warning. Men, how many of you have ignored that little sticker on your step ladder and stood above that crucial step like you weren’t supposed to? Ladies, how many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Johnny Wilson avatar

    The Shadow Of His Style Series

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,375 views

    Believers need to learn to expect the unexpected and inexplicable from God, but we won’t experience such until we are sold on God’s one agenda and striving with one accord.

    The shadow of your smile When you are gone Will color all my dreams And light the dawn… The year was 1965. The movie was The Sandpiper. The stars were Elizabeth Taylor as the seductress and the late Richard Burton as the Episcopal priest she seduced. The sentiment in the song is that our ...read more

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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Good Eyesight Spiritually

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 10, 2025
     | 266 views

    In this passage of scripture, the Lord used the image of eyes to convey an important spiritual principle that we need to consider. We all would agree that eyesight is something that is very important to all of us in this PHYSICAL WORLD, but it is EQUALLY IMPORTAN IN THE SPIRITUAL WORLD.

    Illus: Because our eyesight is so crucial to us, He created the eye so it can be protected. For example: • God placed our eyes lower than our forehead so our eyes can be protected by our forehead. • God gave us eyebrows for the purpose to help keep moisture, such as sweat and rain, out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whch Way To Go? Part 4

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 15, 2013
     | 2,728 views

    Worry will make you old; stress will kill you; prayer will set you free!

    Which way to go and where to go? Part 4 Kneel down rather than buckling down…. Life of Jacob By sis bala samson Visit www.worshipjesusministries.org Check my blog: balasamson@wordpress.com Genesis 32:10 “I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies and of all the truth which ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Kneel Down Rather Than Buckling Down…. Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 28, 2013
     | 4,864 views

    We need God’s help not only on a daily basis but on a minute to minute basis. I know this by experience. I came across a little prayer in a Christian magazine, headed: "A Morning Prayer for Help" .

    Kneel down rather than buckling down…. Life of Jacob –Part 3 Genesis 32:10 “I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies and of all the truth which you have shown Your servant….” Worry will make you old; stress will kill you; prayer will set you free! We need ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal