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  • Tim Barrett avatar

    Humility

    Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004
    based on 90 ratings
     | 17,759 views

    Looking at the example of Jesus to see why humility is vital in our Christian lives.

    Humility Have you ever wondered what role you have as a Christian? This morning we are going to look at one aspect of that role, it is a role each of us has, and its vital for seeing people get to heaven. Intro: In the summer of 1986, two ships collided in the Black Sea off the coast of Russia. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Overcome The Temptations Of The Devil?

    Contributed by David Mende on Jul 13, 2009
    based on 25 ratings
     | 17,094 views

    All of us go through temptations. Even Jesus did. In this sermon, you will learn as to how Jesus overcame the temptations of Satan. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    How to overcome the temptations of the devil? Introduction How many of us sitting here face temptations in our day to day lives? When I interact with teenagers and young people, they often ask me this question – “I face a lot of temptations. How can I overcome temptations from Satan?” Before I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Plan Of The Ages Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 9, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,578 views

    The Lord used Daniel to lay out His future plan for governemt, leading to the culminating Kingdom reign of Messiah on earth. By studying Daniel 2 and 7, we can learn God's plan for planet earth.

    there is Prophetic significance in the book of Daniel: The TIME ‒ Jews were in Babylon ‒ The WORLD is in view. ‒ Unlike other Prophets, Daniel had a distinctively INTERNATIONAL ministry ‒ Tremendous INTERNATIONAL upheaval. Babylon achieved many FIRSTS. Power struggle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have You Done What You Could?

    Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 15, 2016
     | 7,671 views

    Doing your best for Jesus

    Mark 14:6-9 6 And Jesus said, Let her alone; why trouble ye her? she hath wrought a good work on me. 7 For ye have the poor with you always, and whensoever ye will ye may do them good: but me ye have not always. 8 She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    God’s Design For The Family

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
     | 11,237 views

    God has designed the family

    Genesis 2:15-25 Introduction: Illustration “Two Paddle Boats” I. The Family Is Divine in Origin. Illustration “Mishaps” A. God created human beings in His own image. - “Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness’… So God created man in His own image; He created him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dare To Be A Daniel

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 97 ratings
     | 11,168 views

    During the Korean War, I read where many of our soldiers under the awful brainwashing of the North Koreans were not able to remain loyal to the USA.

    During the Korean War, I read where many of our soldiers under the awful brainwashing of the North Koreans were not able to remain loyal to the USA. Some cursed their country, some spit upon the flag and some even disowned their mothers. I am not criticizing these men, for like the Indian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Detectors 1.1: Why You Need To Know The Truth Series

    Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Apr 20, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,518 views

    This is the opening message in a series that focuses on knowing and understanding the truths of basic Christian doctrine. It lays a biblical foundation for seeking God’s truth. Future messages will deal with specific doctrines. (04-18-04)

    *Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 1 “Why You Need to Know the Truth” Ephesians 4:11-16 Opening Illustration There was once a certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Church Christ Built

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 7, 2015
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,914 views

    To establish that the church Christ built is not what many perceive it falsely to be, "just another denomination." This lesson deals with the promise of Christ regarding the church. The church Christ built is unique, unconquerable and undenominational.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. A church which is Unique 2. A church which is Unconquerable 3. A church which is Undenominational Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme, which is very important, and that is, the church Christ promised to build. This lesson is important ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Holding The Banner Of Truth

    Contributed by Bill Mostrales on Sep 29, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,265 views

    And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. Holman Christian Standard Bible You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.

    Holding the Banner of Truth Text: John 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. Holman Christian Standard Bible You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. I. Holding fast to the word of life ( Phil. 2:16 ) Life means - The period between the birth and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Trinity 1 - Where Do I Begin? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Oct 31, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,295 views

    Sermon on the Triune Nature of God

    THE TRINITY I Where Do I Begin… 09/23/12 How many of you are familiar with that old Andy Williams song, “Love Story”. The first line of the song goes, “Where do I begin, to tell the story of how great a love can be…” That my friends is my quandary, where do I begin to tell the story how ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Knowing Where You Are…knowing What You Are Doing? Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 14, 2019
     | 6,858 views

    The Coming of the Kingdom - Luke chapter 17 verses 20-37 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • Signpost #1: God is in Your Midst (vs 20b-21) • Signpost #2: God's Plan is Unfolding (vs 22-24) • Signpost #3: God's Time Clock Is Ticking (vs 26-30) • Signpost #4: God Takes No Pleasure in Our Clinging (vs 31-33) • Signpost #5: God's Judgments are Individual ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Visionary View: Change Your Outlook Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,751 views

    In our journey of faith, God desires us to have an outlook that aligns with His promises. Trust in His Word, seek His guidance and apply these changes in your life. Your outlook will shape your destiny, and with God, your destiny is filled with hope and purpose.

    "Visionary View: Change Your Outlook" Greetings, beloved congregation. Today, we embark on a journey to explore the importance of changing our outlook, and our perspective on life, and the guidance that comes from the New Living Translation of the Bible. Proverbs 23:7a (NLT): "As a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visionary View: Don't Hide In Plain Sight Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,516 views

    When we choose not to hide in plain sight, we become catalysts for change. Our visibility allows God's love to flow through us, touching the lives of those around us.

    "Visionary View: Don't Hide in Plain Sight" Today, we delve into the concept of not hiding in plain sight, a vital message rooted in the New Living Translation of the Bible. Matthew 5:14-16 (NLT): "You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Fill You In Later Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024
     | 598 views

    to wrap up Ephesians with a reminder of one of the core tenants of church life: concern for one another.

    Background to passage: Ephesians 6:21–24 ESV So that you also may know how I am and what I am doing, Tychicus the beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord will tell you everything. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are, and that he may encourage your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ultimate Example Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 1, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,001 views

    To show how following Christ’s attitude of Service, Humility and Obedience leads one to righteousness. Part 2 of 4 in The Ultimate Christ series.

    The Ultimate Example Philippians 2:5–8 THESIS: To show how following Christ’s attitude of Service, Humility and Obedience leads one to righteousness. INTRODUCTION There was a movie out recently called Shallow Hal. In that move, Hal was given the gift of seeing a woman not as she looked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ