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  • Steve Malone avatar

    God Can Do Immeasurely More Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 22, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,109 views

    Our God is able to do anything. In this message we will look at what God can do and how we can ensure that He will do more in our lives. (Ephesians - 3)

    "GOD IS ABLE TO DO IMMEASURABLY MORE!" TEXT: EPHESIANS 3:14-21 INTRODUCTION TODAY WE ARE GOING TO PICK UP OUR STUDY IN EPHESIANS (WE LEFT OFF LAST WEEK TO TALK ABOUT THE COMING OF CHRIST). SO FAR WE HAVE STUDIED THE FIRST 2 CHAPTERS. IN OUR STUDY OF CHAPTER ONE WE UNCOVERED THE VAST RICHES ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    He Is Able

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002
    based on 110 ratings
     | 33,297 views

    No matter what you’re going through... He is Able!

    OPEN YOUR BIBLES to Matthew 19 and Ephesians 3 1. Some things just seem impossible: I mean way out there! a. We look at it. We measure it up. We Estimate… b. Yup… that’s IMPOSSIBLE alright. Not gonna happen! c. Like the Broncos winning another Super Bowl! Just kidding. 2. According to Webster, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Responding To Threats Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 17, 2014
     | 6,700 views

    False teachers threaten the health of the Community of Faith, just as errant doctrine threatens the spiritual welfare of the people of God. The message considers how the elder is to respond to such threats.

    “But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.” [1] The people of God live under constant threat even to their lives. Jesus warned His people, “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Contentment Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 3, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,025 views

    Election results will leave half the voters disappointed. This message instructs Christians on how to deal with the ups and downs of life.

    Intro We are in a study of Philippians. The key verse in this epistle is Philippians 2:5, “Let this mind [mindset; way of thinking] be in you which was also in Christ Jesus.”i Throughout this letter Paul is teaching us the way we should think about our lives. It is the pathway to abundant ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Claude Alexander avatar

    Blessed Are Those Who Mourn: For They Will Be Comforted. Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jul 30, 2017
     | 12,063 views

    Who are those who mourn and what will be their reward.

    Blessed are those who mourn Matthew 5:4 Our text is in the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” How is it possible for mourners to be blessed and comforted? That is the Good News that only the gospel brings. “What does the Bible mean by ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Apr 20, 2001
    based on 144 ratings
     | 22,933 views

    How often have we felt the blows of life and needed to know that we are ultimately victorious in Christ? Whatever comes our way we are more than conquerors.

    KNOCKED DOWN BUT NOT KNOCKED OUT 2 Corinthians 4:7-9 (Living Bible) ….. But this precious treasure – this light and power that now shine within us – is held in a perishable container, that is in our weak bodies. Everyone can see that the glorious power within must be from God and is not our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Peace

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,950 views

    The coming of Christ brings me peace for my life.

    The Coming of Christ Brings Peace John 1:19-28 VIDEO: John Denver and the Muppets - “The Peace Carol” People are looking for peace. Today, people are looking for peace in conflicts between countries. People want peace in their families, and peace in their homes. But it is very hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attacks From Within And Without Lesson 13 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,051 views

    Face criticism with the presence of God.

    A. THE INNER SIN OF ISRAEL RETURNS – EXODUS 17:1-7 1. Some problems come from circumstances. “There was not water for the people to drink” (17:1). a. Time of year. b. Hadn’t God led them? c. Weren’t they in a desert? 2. What was their past sin? Complaining/criticism (14:11-12; 15:24; 16:2). If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    My Neighbor (And Me) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 30, 2019
     | 2,503 views

    What things does God want for my neighbor (and me)?

    1. Review Prayer Conference with Daniel Henderson a. 20-25% of congregation attended b. Impacted by learning about prayer c. The Month of October : PraYukon and Beyond [Blesseveryhome.com] 2. Paul’s Prayer – Ephesians 3:14-19 14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Husband And Wife Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 31, 2022
     | 2,675 views

    The submission to authority can be totally consistent with equality in importance, dignity, and honor. Peter carefully observed that wives are called to submit to their own husbands and not to all men in a general sense.

    Husband and Wife - 1 Peter 3:1-7 Introduction: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever. “ I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 1. Lasting Purity (1 Peter 3:1-2) Joke: A husband and wife were dining at a restaurant. When their food arrived, the husband said: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Power Of A Broken And Contrite Heart Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 351 views

    God is drawn not to the prideful or self-righteous but to those who are broken in spirit and contrite in heart.

    THE POWER OF A BROKEN AND CONTRITE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 12:13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 51:1-17, Isaiah 57:15, Joel 2:12-13, Luke 18:9-14, 1 John 1:9 INTRODUCTION: The story of David’s fall into sin and his subsequent repentance remains one of the most profound ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Battle Within Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 100 ratings
     | 16,363 views

    When we try to meet God’s standards from our own resources we will consistently fail.

    New Years Eve is a time for new beginnings, a time for taking new steps in our lives. At midnight tonight millions of Americans will make new year’s resolutions for the year 2001. Typical resolutions will be losing weight, quitting smoking, spending more time with family, and working less hours. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "For This Reason" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 24, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,465 views

    Why Paul prayed to the Father, for the Ephesians and therefore, for us. (#2 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

    Just last week we looked at this phrase briefly, from verse one. However, since it wasn’t our primary focus, we come back to it now, only in verse 14, following Paul’s parenthesis which encompassed verses 2 through 13. I’ll begin by refreshing your memory concerning his reference. When Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Encouragement To Engage In Ministry

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,379 views

    It would be a tragedy for believers to possess biblical knowledge and spiritual giftedness, and yet never use that knowledge and giftedness for the advancement of the Kingdom. Many churches are stagnant and dead spiritually because they focus upon the wrong things.

    Encouragement to Engage in Ministry Ephesians 3: 14-19 Some of you are probably like me when it comes to technology. I am certainly not an expert in the field of computers and programming. I am unfamiliar with all that goes into writing code, software, and the development of apps on my phone. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: The Power To Reshape Our Lives 2 Corinthians 4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,993 views

    Today, let's delve into the transformative words of 2 Corinthians 4, where the Apostle Paul unveils profound truths that have the power to reshape our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: The power to reshape our lives Introduction: Today, let's delve into the transformative words of 2 Corinthians 4, where the Apostle Paul unveils profound truths that have the power to reshape our lives. In a world often clouded by challenges, these verses guide us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal