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  • bala samson avatar

    Anointed But Weak

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 12, 2024
     | 1,600 views

    When the enemy menacingly comes towards us, when the trouble of the world encroach on us, we fail to remember how God protected us in the past and how He can do it again.

    Anointed but weak 2 Samuel 3:39"I am weak today, though anointed king; and these men the sons of Zeruiah are too difficult for me. May the LORD repay the evildoer according to his evil." Have you ever felt anointed and weak? How could someone anointed feel weak?? I felt that way ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Courage: Can We Lead People Beyond Our Comfort? Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 6, 2015
     | 5,408 views

    The Church at Laodicea was an example of a Church that lacked leaders who were willing to move them past their comfort zone. God calls all of us to lead people without fear.

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • I cannot imagine what those young men were thinking as they approached the shores of Normandy. I wonder how many of them thought this was going to be the last moments of life? • According to a press release from June 6, 2014 from the White ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The First Promise Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 20, 2014
    based on 30 ratings
     | 47,633 views

    What would you say to a man who was afraid of dying? A man who knew his death was just months away but couldn't handle that truth? Would you be able to turn his fear into hope?

    OPEN: I recently listened to a man named Chris tell of visiting his relatives in Kokomo, Indiana. One night his family took him out to and treated him to a special meal at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. Sometime during the evening, Chris got up and went into the bathroom, and while he was there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Principle Of Edification

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 19, 2013
     | 6,471 views

    A sermon on Romans 14:13-21 on how to handle people who are Christians but they are different from us in their opinions (Material adapted from Dave Swavely's book, Who Are You to Judge? and outline from Don Robinson)

    HoHum: Been a few Sunday’s since preached in the morning. Several topics I thought about: the evils of tobacco, the evils of tattoos/ piercings, public, private or homeschooling, how modern country music, rap music, and rock music are all the devil’s music, a woman who wears pants or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Jesus Indicts The World

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 15, 2020
     | 2,670 views

    Have we been walking right past Jesus without recognizing Him? Let’s find Jesus. Let’s look at the Judgment of the Nations in Matthew 25:31-46.

    Prelude: Have we been walking right past Jesus without recognizing Him? Purpose: Let’s find Jesus. Plan: Let’s look at the Judgment of the Nations in Matthew 25:31-46. Story: Disaster Response A fellow pastor helped after a national disaster. Some crews repaired church buildings, packed up and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Romance With Yesterday

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 13, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,771 views

    While reminiscing can be comforting, it can also be misleading. The past wasn’t perfect — people had struggles, heartbreaks, and bad decisions just like we do now.

    (This is not an original sermon, it has been adapted for my style of delivery) TITLE: A ROMANCE WITH YESTERDAY SCRIPTURE: EXODUS 2:23 / NUMBERS 14:1-3 / PHILIPPIANS 3:13 Ever caught yourself longing for the good old days? Maybe it’s the Music - The Way People Dressed - How Life Just Seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Secret To Healthy Relationships Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 24, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,400 views

    It is easy for us to break a good relationship but very tough to build it up. How do you handle your relationships? We are good to see the key to sustain healthy relationships based on the story of Joseph, the father of Jesus.

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Secret to Healthy Relationships Series: Christmas Scripture: Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    Facing Life's Storms Without Fear Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,033 views

    What do you do in the storms of life? Let’s look at the story of Jesus calming the storm, and get some principles to help us understand and handle the storms of life. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    <OPENING ILLUS> Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. 1. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum cleaner. She removed the attachment from the end ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Adjusting To Inevitable Change

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Dec 26, 2003
    based on 98 ratings
     | 15,784 views

    Life is full of changes. How do we handle the tide of experiences that threaten to pull us under? Here are some principles that will help us all deal with the inevitable change that God allows.

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Adjusting to Inevitable Change Pastor Jerry C. Vargo I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Sears avatar

    Diagnosing The Check Engine Light Series

    Contributed by John Sears on Feb 4, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 30,816 views

    Mutual accountability is important to the life and health of the individual and to the life and health of the church. How do we handle the difficult task of mutual accountability? And how can it help us grow as followers of Jesus?

    Diagnosing the Check Engine Light Introduction It is probably the most annoying sight in my car. No, I’m not talking about trash on the floorboard or the rust on the wheel wells. I’m talking about a check engine light. And I am talking about a check engine light that stays lit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Redefining Wealth Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
     | 5,816 views

    In our Scripture today, Jesus gives us keys on redefining our understanding of money and the role that it plays in our life. How you handle your money impacts your relationship with God.

    Redefining Wealth Matthew 6:19-33 A wealthy, older
gentleman had just recently married a lovely young lady 40 years younger than him, and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married
him for his money. So he asked her, "Tell me the truth: if I lost all my money, would you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Anger Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 1, 2017
     | 8,517 views

    This message on anger is a continuation of the topical discussions Jesus was having with the disciples during the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus was instructing them on how to handle anger. He knew that they would be faced with this challenge moving forward.

    ANGER Lakewood | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 4-30-2017 Matthew 5:21-22 Introduction: ¥ Jesus continues with His discipleship trying by talking with the disciples about anger. Jesus knew that as Christians we would face injustice. He encourages us to handle it correctly. ¥ More than anything I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    I Want To Be #1

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 13, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,558 views

    This message is about how Jesus handled the conversation about greatness - ambition, power and control. Jesus challenges His Disciples - 1. Focus on Others 2. Focus on Service 3. Focus on Acceptance

    Scripture: Mark 9: 30 - 37 Theme: Pathway to Excellence Title: I want to Be #1 This message is about how Jesus handled the conversation about greatness. Jesus challenges His Disciples - 1. Focus on Others 2. Focus on Service 3. Focus on Acceptance INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • John Williams III avatar

    Living In Community

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 9, 2021
     | 2,206 views

    How did the people in today’s text handle their material things and wealth? Did they withhold any resources? Today we will look at the greed, grace and how strong their grip is in our lives.

    LIVING IN COMMUNITY Acts 4:32 – 35 Acts 4:32-35  Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common.  (33)  With great power the apostles gave their testimony ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    An Outline Of Acts 6:1-7

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 23, 2021
     | 3,983 views

    The apostles were becoming too busy to meet the needs of the disciples as well as being devoted to the ministry of the Word. This outline gives a "talking paper" format as to how the apostles handled this challenge.

    Introduction: After the events of Acts 5, the apostles found themselves in a predicament. They realized they needed assistance and presented the facts to the multitude of disciples. Then the disciples themselves chose the men who assist in the situation at hand. Text, Acts 6:1-7, KJV: 1 And in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist