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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Strength In Weakness: Embracing God's Grace Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,566 views

    In 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, we discover that our weaknesses are not hindrances but opportunities for God's grace and power to shine. Let us embrace our vulnerabilities, boast in our weaknesses, find joy in adversity, and become sources of comfort to others.

    "Strength in Weakness: Embracing God's Grace" Introduction: Today, we delve into a profound message found in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT): "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Peace With God And Man

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,055 views

    In Christ there is peace.

    Several years ago a retired couple was alarmed by the threat of nuclear war, so they undertook a serious study of all the inhabited places on the globe. Their goal was to determine where in the world would be the place to be least likely affected by a nuclear war—a place of ultimate security. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Powerful Prayers

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 11, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 22,077 views

    WE SEE THE PRAYER OF ABRAHAM SHOWS PERSISTENCE IN PRAYER, THE PRAYER OF JOSHUA SHOWS POSTURE IN PRAYER,AND THE PRAYER OF JABEZ SHOWS PETITONS IN PRAYER.

    POWERFUL PRAYERS GENESIS 4:25-26 Since that day in history, some 10,000 years ago, Christians have been bombarding heaven with their prayers. Some had been short prayers, some long prayers, some for self, some for others, some out of sorrow, some out of praise, some private , some public, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Friendly Fire

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jun 12, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,638 views

    Gordon McDonald in his book: Restoring Your Spiritual Passion presents 4 destructive spirits leading to friendly fire--attacking our fellow-Christians. This sermon takes a deeper look at two.

    “FRIENDLY FIRE!” (Basic outline taken from a chapter in Gordon McDonald’s book: Retoring Your Spiritual Passion) A. FRIENDLY FIRE ILLUSTRATION: Pat Tillman played safety for the Arizona Cardinals for four years and was offered a 3.6 million dollar contract to return in the fall of 2002 when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Life On The Rock

    Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,415 views

    A look at Peter’s doctrinal exposition on the person and the work of Christ in the life of a believer.

    Introduction: My visit to the Rock (Alcatraz)contra THE ROCK CHRIST JESUS. READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY I. Build your faith upon the cornerstone of the Church – The Lord Jesus Christ (v. 4, 6) A. It’s a supernatural stone 1. It’s not about buildings for God B. It’s a select stone (v. 4) 1. Stone is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian Adventure

    Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,614 views

    Encourages us to build relationships with others in order to introduce them to Jesus

    The Christian Adventure Introduction: Have you ever been in a situation where you thought you might die? Well the other weekend I did. I went on a canyoning adventure with some friends of mine. Now for those of you who are unaware, crayoning involves navigating the insides of a canyon that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Have A Dream!

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,040 views

    Examine three qualities that should be a part of every churches dream strategy.

    One of America’s great leaders, Martin Luther King, once stood before an audience and made a pronouncement. He said "I have a dream." That statement reflected a dream and sparked a revolution for African American people. Dreams are powerful forces. They can shape the future. Even so, there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 16,455 views

    How is the fruit of the Spirit developed in our lives?

    [To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] How many of you bought some fruit this week? (Now we know who the unhealthy people are.) Why do we eat fruit? · Tastes good (but as good as junk food?) · Healthy (“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.”) The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Invisible War Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 763 views

    Paul commands us to “stand” or resist Satan’s deceptions.

    Background to passage: Paul commands us to “stand” or resist Satan’s deceptions. The military language means to hold a crucial position under attack. Because his goal is to get you to fall, here are some ways, Mac 9 ways. And this is not only an instruction to individuals, you have a responsibility ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Smashing Angels Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,929 views

    Exposition of Heb 1:4-14

    Text: Hebrews 1:4-14, Title: Smashing Angels, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/1/10, PM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: After the introduction of this superior and final revelation from God, Jesus Christ, the author follows through on a final statement that Jesus was given a more excellent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship In The Hard Times Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 31,209 views

    Discover what it means and how to worship God during the hard times of life.

    Are you able to worship God in the hard times? This is one of the most difficult tasks of the faith life. It is easy to worship God when the sun shines bright. It is easy to worship God when the bills are paid. It is easy to worship God when things are going well. What about during the hard times? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trying Faith

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Apr 7, 2014
     | 3,649 views

    To show that we can never truly have faith unless our faith is tried.

    -Q: Do you have a “TRYING FAITH”? -That's what we're going to consider this morning together -ILLUSTRATION: Bulletproof Waistcoat I read an amusing story about the first Duke of Wellington. An inventor was trying to interest him in a bulletproof waistcoat he had made. It was ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Relationships Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 28, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,273 views

    Understanding the Buzz Words in Christianity

    Series: Buzz Words Week: 4 Passage: Various Title: 8 Relationships that Matter Focus: Relationships INTRODUCTION: A priority is “the right to precede others in order, rank, privilege, etc.; precedence.” To prioritize means “to arrange or do in order of priority” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Safeguarding Sunday - Visionary View: "guardians Of The Shelter: A Corporate Responsibility" Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,183 views

    On this Safeguarding Sunday, we embark on an expository journey into Psalm 91, not merely as a personal refuge but as a corporate prayer inviting us into collective responsibility.

    Safeguarding Sunday - Visionary View: "Guardians of the Shelter: A Corporate Responsibility" Introduction: Today, we embark on a profound exploration of Psalm 91, not merely as a personal refuge but as a corporate prayer that beckons us into collective responsibility. In the poetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let's Get Real

    Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 7, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,706 views

    A sermon about being truthful with God.

    Introduction: Rabbit Misunderstanding Read Scripture/Pray Background: David finds himself in the midst of persecution Purpose Statement: Because Dark Days Do Come... I. Admit Where You’re At (vs. 1-2) A. David feels abandoned by God 1. He’s been suffering for a long time, crying out to God 2. Dr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist