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  • JOHN BAGGETT avatar

    Following Christ Means Change Series

    Contributed by John Baggett on Oct 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,134 views

    Following Jesus meant for His disciples and means for us. (1)Change of FOCUS (2)Change that brings FORSAKING some things (3) Changing POWER into our lives. Part of a series but can be preached alone.

    This sermon is part of a series called Back to the Future. The sermon is easily adaptable to be preached individually without any serious flow change. ** Following Christ Means Change Mt 4 ** How many of you rode into church this morning on a horse? I know there was a day some of you did come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Lord Fights Your Battle

    Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007
    based on 81 ratings
     | 187,236 views

    Explains why it is necessary for a believer to allow the Lord to take control of his/her personal battles; noting that this is the only way one can be assured of victory . This message further highlights eight different ways the Lord can fight ones battle

    By Bode Ayodele Knowing how to obtain victory in battle is of great importance to every Christian. There is no gainsaying the fact that we are constantly engaged in warfare. The good news is that every child of God has access to a warrior who has never lost before. The bible states that Jehovah ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Diving In

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Aug 12, 2008
     | 3,423 views

    The alternative to inexhaustible purpose is to stay in the RUT of the familiar and common-place...“The only difference between a rut and a grave is one of dimension.” (anon)

    LIFE GOALS VIDEO CLIP... Jesus gives us an invitation to go diving! He invites us to plunge into the deep waters of his inexhaustible purpose! I warn you. Diving has its risks. It is not without dangerous possibilities. That’s why many people choose to play it safe. SAFE is familiar and ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Dedication That Speak Against You

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 22, 2010
    based on 20 ratings
     | 71,527 views

    “Dedications that speak against you” is for everyone. It is both preventive and curative.

    Dedication that Speak against You Beloved, our message this week titled, “Dedications that speak against you” is for everyone. It is both preventive and curative. In the Book of Acts of the Apostles, some men made a vow that they would neither eat nor drink until they had killed Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Getting The Job Done

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,392 views

    If we want to really connect with God’s plan, we need 3 essential elements: heart, interaction, and spirit.

    Getting the Job Done Intro: Last week in the state of the church address we talked about the 5 main purposes of the church and the job God has called us to do. He wants us to help people find out who He really is and help them learn to love and obey Him. In any job it helps to have the right ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Married To An Unbeliever: Now What? Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,881 views

    Should one remain married to an unbeliever? Is divorce okay?

    Introduction We come to yet another emotional topic – marriage to an unbeliever. Though it should be evident to every Christian that one ought not to enter into such a relationship, nevertheless some do. Some get married believing, or rather making themselves believe, that their loved one ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Divine Offspring Defeated The Enemy

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 28, 2016
     | 2,505 views

    To show that GOD provided redemption even at the beginning of fall of men, that all will be saved through His Mighty Power that has no limit.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you defeated? No. I'm more than a conqueror. Romans 8:37 (New International Version) No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD provided redemption even at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Divine Offspring Defeated The Enemy

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016
     | 3,728 views

    To show that GOD provided redemption even at the beginning of fall of men, that all will be saved through His Mighty Power that has no limit.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you defeated? No. I'm more than a conqueror. Romans 8:37 (New International Version) No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD provided redemption even at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Little" Israel Vs "Monster" Global Terrorism???

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 28, 2015
     | 2,755 views

    Rather than focusing on "Little" Israel's effective, pro-active methods in neutralizing the terror threat in it's land, this message dwells on the theme of it being a "source" (John 4:22) of a greater victory over a far more dangerous problem...SIN!!!

    "Little" Israel vs "Monster" Global Terrorism??? Rather than focusing on "Little" Israel's effective, pro-active methods in neutralizing the terror threat in it's land (action replay of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Stream Of God’s Presence Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,761 views

    We may spend some time with God each day, but how much of that is real quality time? Sometimes we can allow the busyness of daily life to crowd out quality time with God.

    The Stream of God’s Presence We are continuing in our series on Supernatural Springs and this month our focus is on the Stream of God’s presence. The question as always to begin: How much quality time do you spend with God? We may spend some time with God each day, but how much of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Worthy Is The Lamb Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,230 views

    The study of Revelation shows us God’s remedy for evil, and the ultimate purpose of human history.

    How do you answer this common challenge to the Gospel: “I do not believe in God because if God were real, there wouldn’t be injustice and suffering in the world.” This is the objection of many who do not believe in the gospel. It is a question about what we as humans perceive ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rebuild The Wall - The Story Of Nehemiah

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Apr 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,376 views

    So, I want to look at Nehemiah and the wall rebuilding. I want to look at a different aspect. I wish to talk about the wall and how it still applies to us today. Let me first give you some context and background for those who do not know the story.

    Rebuild the wall – Men's Breakfast April 2024 Well, good morning, men. Some of you are wondering if this was the big announcement. No, it does not come at the end of this message. It is excellent for us at newlife to have over 100 men at our breakfasts. It has been good to see that we men, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Responding To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 15, 2024
     | 933 views

    Responding to the Gospel - Acts chapter 13 verses 42-52 - sermon by Gordon (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Initial Response: Excellent (vs 42-44) (2). The Subsequent Response: Jews = Negative (vs 45-47 & 50-52) (3). The Subsequent Response: Gentiles = Positive (vs 48-52) SERMON BODY: Ill: A few nicknames of prime ministers of the United Kingdom • Rishi Sunak: • ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Solution For Pretty Feet Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 3, 2018
     | 6,170 views

    This message was preached to remind the people of Cornerstone of our mission to reach the pre-churched, the de-churched and the Unchurched.

    In 2013 Apple upgraded the operating systems on their phones to IOS 7 and everyone with an iPhone dutifully clicked “I accept” in order to install the new software on their devices. It wasn't long after that that someone posted a screenshot of Page 46.   Apparently, buried deep within the Terms ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Lane Hastie avatar

    Approval Addiction

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 8, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,236 views

    A practical teaching on the fear of man vs. the fear of God and how both impact a person's destiny and influence.

    Once upon a time, an elderly man was traveling with a boy and a donkey. As they walked through a village, the man was leading the donkey and the boy was walking behind. The townspeople said the old man was a fool for not riding…so to please them, he climbed up on the animal’s back. When they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God