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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Power Of God's Word: Psalm 119:160 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,780 views

    Psalm 119:160 is a powerful declaration about the eternal and unchanging nature of God's Word.

    The Power of God's Word: Psalm 119:160 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truths found in Psalm 119:160. The verse reads: "The very essence of your words is truth; all your just regulations will stand forever." (NLT). This powerful declaration highlights the eternal and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Point: Devotion To Service Series

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 28, 2007
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     | 4,834 views

    The third point of life is a devotion to serving Christ, Church, and Community.

    Three weeks ago we started our series, “What’s the Point?” We learned that discovering the POINT is really about realizing our PURPOSE! Proverbs 19:21: “You can make many plans, but the LORD’s purpose will prevail” (NLT). A couple of weeks ago we discussed that the 1st point of life is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Freed To Love Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 7, 2017
     | 5,833 views

    The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn Freed to Love Galatians 5:1-6

    The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, Relearn Freed to Love Galatians 5:1-6 David Taylor February 26, 2017 We are in the midst of our series, The Holy Spirit: Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn. My goal is for us to gain a better understanding of life in the Spirit and our need for the work of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Profits From These Walls?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 24, 2008
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     | 3,943 views

    In support of property redevelopment in this church: God will remember us, as will this community, if we build with human needs in mind, if we build unselfishly, and if we build for future generations.

    All of us have a powerful need to be remembered and will do almost anything to make sure we are remembered. We want to be remembered; we want somebody to remember those significant dates like birthdays and anniversaries, and we will drop hints and leave calendars lying around and do everything we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Pursuit Of Perfection

    Contributed by Perry Anderson on Mar 12, 2019
     | 6,660 views

    Are you content in your salvation? One thing we should never be as born-again believers is content in our relationship with Christ. We should always have the desire to grow closer and never stop in our pursuit for perfection in Christ.

    The sermon can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKYUToVFWPs How saved are you? (Video: Oversaved) Philippians 3:10-14 10 I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, 11 so that one way or another ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Church Growth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,942 views

    Explore the importance of a strong, unified, and spirit-filled church community as the foundation for church growth and as a means to conquer worldly challenges.

    Good morning, church family. I'm delighted to see you all sitting there, ready to be filled with the word of God. Today, we'll be diving into the heart of Matthew 16:18. It says, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome ...read more

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    Standing Together Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017
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     | 6,470 views

    How do you overcome the loneliness of our existential human condition? In Christ there is no Lone Ranger-no Ranger at all. We are all connected, and work much better in teams

    11 Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews among my co-workers for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me. 12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Your House Is The Lord's House-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 27, 2017
     | 5,191 views

    2of ? The author of Ps. 127 compels the reader, & singer of these truths, to ensure the heritage of the Lord’s house. Every successful ‘house’ is built & maintained by the Lord. Your house is the Lord’s house when...

    YOUR HOUSE Is The LORD's HOUSE-II—Psalm 127:1-5 Attention: A Krispy Kreme franchise: Everything about your business, speaks of all that Krispy Kreme proffers— A neon-ish ‘Hot Doughnuts Now’ sign... Helpful cheerful employees... A clean shiny stainless steel conveyor belt for frying & icing hot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Place Is Too Small

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jun 21, 2025
     | 296 views

    Sometimes God's blessing creates beautiful problems that require faithful responses, while other times success can lead to spiritual complacency that demands honest restoration.

    The Place Is Too Small 2 Kings 6:1-6 Introduction There comes a moment in every believer's life, in every ministry, and in every congregation when we must honestly assess where we are and where God is calling us to go. Sometimes we find ourselves in seasons of growth that demand expansion, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Benefits Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,324 views

    Adam’s sin passed sin and death on to the whole human race, but Christ’s obedience gives righteousness and life to all who trust Him.

    (15) Introduction to Chapter 5 In the fifth chapter of Romans, Paul answers one of the questions that would naturally arise in the minds of those who had read this epistle to this point. He has told us that we have been saved by the redemption we have in Christ, the redemption that was purchased ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Last Supper (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,921 views

    As the disciples prepared for the Passover meal, they had no idea what was soon to happen. The Lamb of God had come to redeem humanity, and most of the Jewish people were completely unaware.

    The Last Supper (Part 1) Mark 14: 12-26 Our text today reveals one of the most intimate moments our Lord had with His disciples. It records their last meal together, and the intense emotion experienced on that faithful evening. While the disciples were unaware of the enormity of this moment, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Declaration Of Dependence Series

    Contributed by David Tack on Jul 14, 2013
     | 3,624 views

    Have you ever run into the religiously righteous crowd who thought they had a little somethin, somethin extra? Well, in Romans chapter 4 the Apostle Paul is dealing with the same type of folks.

    INTRODUCTION: “How dangerous it is to join anything of our own [works] to the righteousness of Christ, in pursuit of justification before God! Jesus Christ will never endure this; it reflects upon His work dishonorably” (Flavel, John). JUST WHAT IS JUSTIFICATION? It is a legal term, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejocing In God's Grace

    Contributed by Don Baggett on Jul 26, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,248 views

    What if there were no grace? Grace is God’s answer to our greatest need.

    When I was in a previous place of service, there was a rather vocal atheist, who constantly wrote letters to the editor of the local paper, promoting his atheistic viewpoint. A lady met him, in connection with some business matter and invited him to come and have dinner with her husband and her. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awake, Awake, Put On Strength

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025
     | 683 views

    The call to “awake” in Isaiah 52:1 is not just a physical awakening, but a spiritual summons to rise from spiritual slumber and embrace the strength and authority that God provides.

    AWAKE, AWAKE, PUT ON STRENGTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 52:1 "Awake, awake; put on thy strength, O Zion; put on thy beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city: for henceforth there shall no more come into thee the uncircumcised and the unclean." Supporting Texts: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Covenant Of Divine Establishment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 323 views

    God delights in establishing people who desire His glory, who walk in humility, and who treasure His presence.

    THE COVENANT OF DIVINE ESTABLISHMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 7:1-29 Supporting Texts: Psalm 89:3-4, Isaiah 9:7, 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 11:29, Hebrews 6:17 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in the life of a believer when God steps in, not only to bless, but to establish a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God