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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    God's Help For The Tempted Heart

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 2, 2013
     | 6,509 views

    How God helps us overcome temptation: 1. He warns us with an illustration (vs. 1-12). 2. He rescues us from isolation (vs. 13a). 3. He knows our limitation (vs. 13b). 4. He provides our liberation (vs. 13c).

    God's Help for the Tempted Heart 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 10, 2013 *Do you ever get disappointed with yourself? Sometimes we do get disappointed with ourselves, and sometimes we should, because we have given in to temptation. *Christian author ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Apostasy: The Sin Of Judas And It’s Reality Today Series

    Contributed by Perry Fowler on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,985 views

    Has anyone ever betrayed you? Walked away? Abandoned you? If so, you might understand the word that leaps off the pages of scripture today. The word is: Apostasy. God talks a lot about apostasy and even allows Judas to become an illustration of it. What does God say about apostasy?

    Has anyone ever betrayed you? Walked away? Abandoned you? If so, you might understand the word that leaps off the pages of scripture today. The word is: Apostasy. In Matthew 24: 10-12 Jesus told us that it is what we should expect to as the world moves into its final chapters. He said: “At that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Loves The Unlovable

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,455 views

    Many people feel like God doesn't love them. There are reasons God shouldn't love us, but we look at the 4 reasons God does love us, examples of unlovable people He loved, and the unique kind of love that God has for us. Ends with a great illustration.

    GOD LOVES THE UNLOVABLE Eph. 2:4-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: A Cheap Obituary 1. Mrs. Willencot was very frugal. When her husband died, she asked the newspaper how much it would cost for a death notice. “$50 dollars for five words.” 2. “Can I pay for just two words?” she asked. “Like ‘Willencot ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    L'exemple De L'histoire D'osée Et De Gomer

    Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,681 views

    L’histoire de Osée illustre à la perfection l’histoire de l’amour de Dieu pour nous! Lorsque Paul demande aux maris d’aimer leur femme comme Jésus-Christ aime son Église, l’histoire d’Osée est l’exemple parfait.

    L’exemple de l’histoire d’Osée et de Gomer Pour terminer j’aimerais considérer avec vous l’un des plus grands exemple d’amour conjugale de la Bible, celui d’Osée et de Gomer. L’histoire de Osée illustre à la perfection l’histoire de l’amour de Dieu pour nous! Lorsque Paul demande aux maris d’aimer ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don’t Let Your Light Go Out Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 14, 2025
     | 1,157 views

    In Leviticus 6:9-13, we are cautioned to Not Let our light go Out in three ways as illustrated through recognizing first, the: 1) Perpetual Presence of God (Leviticus 6:9-10), 2) Preventing Spiritual Extinguishment (Leviticus 6:11-12) and 3) Perseverance in Christ's Light (Leviticus 6:13)

    Leviticus 6:8–13.8 The Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 9 “Command Aaron and his sons, saying, This is the law of the burnt offering. The burnt offering shall be on the hearth on the altar all night until the morning, and the fire of the altar shall be kept burning on it. 10 And the priest shall put on ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    La Reine De Séba Etudes

    Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Apr 11, 2007
     | 2,853 views

    La visite de la reine de Séba est une illustration graphique de la renommée de Salomon et de la crainte que les rapports de sa sagesse et splendeur ont inspirée. Les nombreuses légendes et récits fortement embellis qui se sont développés autour de cet

    6. Salomon et la reine de Séba (10:1-13) La visite de la reine de Séba est une illustration graphique de la renommée de Salomon et de la crainte que les rapports de sa sagesse et splendeur ont inspirée. Les nombreuses légendes et récits fortement embellis qui se sont développés autour de ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Merit And Mercy Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 18, 2013
    based on 114 ratings
     | 61,903 views

    Why didn’t Jesus heal everybody at the pool of Bethesda? Why just one paralytic?

    (I had the audience sing this hymn with me) “There is a fountain filled with blood Drawn from Immanuel’s veins And sinners plunged beneath that flood, Lose all their guilty stains They lose all their guilty stains, Lose all their guilty stains And sinners plunged beneath that flood Lose all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Le Bon Samaritain

    Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Oct 13, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,257 views

    Un docteur de la Loi voulu tester Jésus, il le connaissait l’entendait parler, et là il a voulu le coincer. «Mais lui, voulant se justifier, dit à Jésus: Et qui est mon prochain?» v.29. Jésus lui donna une illustration pour réponse. Quand il eut fini, le

    Lecture Luc 10/25-37. INTRODUCTION : Un docteur de la Loi voulu tester Jésus, il le connaissait l’entendait parler, et là il a voulu le coincer. «Mais lui, voulant se justifier, dit à Jésus: Et qui est mon prochain?» v.29. Jésus lui donna une illustration pour réponse. Quand il eut fini, le ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Transformative Power, Authority, And Responsibilities Of The Holy Spirit. Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 21, 2025
     | 461 views

    The Holy Spirit, in Christian theology, is considered the third person of the Holy Trinity, alongside God the Father and God the Son (Jesus Christ). The transformative power, authority, and responsibilities of the Holy Spirit are central to Christian belief and practice.

    1. Transformative Power of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit's transformative power is evident throughout Scripture, both in individual lives and in the broader community of believers. Regeneration and New Birth Biblical Illustration: In John 3, Jesus explains to Nicodemus that one must be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Sandeep Samson avatar

    The Disintegration Of The Family As A Unit In Today’s Society : A Biblical Examination Series

    Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 27, 2025
     | 325 views

    The family, ordained by God from Creation (Genesis 2:24), is under unprecedented attack in modern times. As society drifts from biblical foundations, we witness the tragic disintegration of what God designed as the primary institution for nurturing faith, morality, and human flourishing.

    I. Historical Context: God’s Design vs. Human Fragmentation Biblical Foundation a. God established the family before governments or churches existed. His design included: - Marriage as a sacred covenant (Malachi 2:14, Matthew 19:6) - Children as blessings to be raised in godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Day Death Died

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 10,363 views

    Preached on Easter Sunday, the emphasis is on the results of Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection.

    Introduction: Taking a Shortcut Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul is writing to correct false teaching re: the Gospel THE importance of Easter! Purpose Statement: Because of Christ’s death & resurrection… I. Victory of Death is Removed A. Spiritual 1. We are more than physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Privilege & Purpose Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,301 views

    Even though David had all the earthly powers, yet he called out to the Lord God in prayer. Too many believers forget the tremendous, glorious privilege that belongs to us as children of God. We have a privilege that is unequaled by any other in the world.

    Illustration: D.L. Moody once entered a tavern in order to ask the bartender if his two little girls might attend his Sunday school. He was told that an atheist club met there every Thursday night and the owner of the bar was in no mood to offend them. Moody looked into the face of this man and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    "Thankful For Fathers”

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
     | 3,440 views

    Fathers who are godly should be appreciated

    Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: Illustration # 1 “playing with kids in the grass” I. We need to be thankful for Dads who teach us right from wrong. (v.1) - Illustration # 2 “hiding cigar” A. Parental instruction is a commandment from God - Pro_1:8 Hear, my son, your father's instruction, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking As Jesus Walked

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jan 7, 2025
     | 1,151 views

    Following Jesus means walking in His footsteps daily. Like tracks in fresh snow guiding us home, His example illuminates our path through life's journey, as 1 John 2:6 powerfully reminds us.

    WALKING AS JESUS WALKED Text: 1 John 2:6 - "Whoever claims to live in him must live as Jesus did." Introduction: Imagine walking through a snowstorm, trying to find your way home. What would be your safest path? Following in the footprints of someone who has gone before you. This powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Man After God’s Heart

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025
     | 711 views

    To be a man or woman after God’s heart, you must cultivate a heart that worships, repents, trusts, obeys, and loves God’s Word.

    A MAN AFTER GOD’S HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: Acts 13:22 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 51:10, 2 Chronicles 16:9 INTRODUCTION: God called David “a man after My own heart” (Acts 13:22). This wasn’t because David was perfect, but because his heart was devoted to God. To be a man or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God