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  • Kyle Gray avatar

    Nephilim And Satan Vs God Series

    Contributed by Kyle Gray on Jun 22, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,178 views

    The Bible is a cosmic chess match. God vs Satan, Good vs Evil, Angels vs Demons. Satan would stop at nothing to destroy the Messiah that was prophesied to "Crush his head" in the Garden of Eden!

    The entire Bible is a chess match between God and Satan. Now we know that God is going to win in the end but we see countermoves by Satan to try to go against every move from God…right until his final breath in the last days! Romans 15:4 For everything that was written in the past was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Thanksgiving Vs Thanks-Living

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 24, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,672 views

    This is an anytime sermon on THANKSGIVING. People demand: I DESERVE ... ? Thanksgiving is more about THANKS-LIVING. There is more than the 4th Thursday of Novemeber to being thankful.

    THANKS-GIVING IS THE ART OF THANKS-LIVING.... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: I was talking with a young lady that was making daily some very poor choices. She was raised in the church and had a sweet experience with Jesus. She had attended youth camp and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Understanding Bury Vs Planting?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2015
     | 11,124 views

    GOD HAS A PLAN... His plan is much more than burying the dead. God's plan is to break the fallow ground and sow seeds. What looks like dead seeds will bring THE HARVEST. Do not eat the SEED CORN!

    UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE IN A BURIAL AND PLANTING SEED By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hosea 10:12 Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the LORD, till he come and rain righteousness upon you. MAYBE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Judaism Vs. Biblical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 1, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,538 views

    Examines Modern Judaism vs. Biblical Christianity to see if we are worshiping the same God today

    Judaism vs. Biblical Christianity Intro Slide Good Morning. We are in week 3 of our series called Faithology. We are examining some other religious faiths and comparing them to Biblical Christianity so we can have a deeper understanding of Biblical Christianity and a basic understanding of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sound Doctrine Vs The Cults

    Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 26, 2016
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     | 6,025 views

    An outline on the 4 Major Cults

    2 Timothy 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. For the time will come when they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Perspective: Sight Vs Faith

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 22, 2017
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     | 10,278 views

    LOOK AGAIN MY FRIEND. The battles of life are often lost when we walk by sight. Your attitudes and perspective can clearly hinder or promote God's plan. The choice is up to you? Faith is a great tool.

    PERSPECTIVE: CHANGE THE FACTS VS. CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE... SIGHT VS FAITH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) (For we walk by faith, not by sight:) 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NIV) We live by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NLT) For we live by ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Darkness Vs The Epiphany Of Light

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014
     | 4,215 views

    Sure, darkness press on all sides. Sure, seems like gloom and despair. But Paul teaches us there is an EPIPHANY OF LIGHT... We go through seasons, but God has a plan of development. TRUST HIM.

    FACE THE STRONG MAN OF DARKNESS... FRUSTRATION OF MY OWN MAKING VS THE EPIPHANY OF LIGHT By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Romans 8:28 (KJV) And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Spirit Of Sleep Vs Ready!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,035 views

    God's plan is that we be spiritually ready and prepared, but there is a slumber and sleep that tries to grip the heart of believers... BEWARE OF THE SPIRIT OF SLEEP!

    A SPIRIT OF SLEEP --- vs. GETTING READY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com I use a sword and a canteen of water in this message... TEXT: KJV Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. NIV Matthew 24:44 So you also must be ready, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Conflict Of Prayer Vs Pride Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 4, 2025
     | 534 views

    Pride is a terrible snare – it is a destructor with no limits. As soon as pride takes root in your heart, it will absolutely exalt you over others because it gives you a false sense of worthiness.

    Isaiah, Part 15 The Conflict of Prayer vs. Pride Isaiah 38:1-8, Isaiah 39:1-8 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us! - Last week, we saw how God delivered His people from certain defeat -- He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pastor Renji George avatar

    Christianity Vs Other Religions

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 20, 2024
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     | 1,072 views

    Before you choose a religion, you need to know about the person who is centred around (icon) in that religion. Ask yourself, what good qualities you can follow in that leader. Why did he come? How did he live? What did he teach? Where did he come? Where did he go?

    Look for Ten good qualities in that leader. Look for ten good qualities of the followers. Look for ten good qualities of that religion or faith. Ask yourself again, where would you end up if you follow that person and his teachings in your life. You are trusting someone completely and following ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Louis Mare avatar

    The Psalms: House Vs Home Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Jan 22, 2025
     | 900 views

    So, the question I want to look at and what I want to ask of everyone is this? What does it mean to build a home that honurs God.

    Well good morning newlife, and welcome to the back-to-school week as I like to call it. Man, I saw so many photos on Facebook on the first day, first day at school, first day at work, a lot of firsts has happened already in just the first couple of days, some of you are wishing for the first salary ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Way Of Joy - Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020
     | 5,732 views

    If there’s one thing that plagues Americans it’s anxiety. We worry about so many things. We worry about things that the rest of the world aren’t even aware of. Have you heard the term, “first world problems”?

    OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 1 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett March 1, 2020 Biblical joy: a deep sense of satisfaction, given by the Holy Spirit that settles the heart and mind because of what God has promised. Biblical faith: understanding what God has said and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Facing Trials With Joy

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012
     | 8,826 views

    Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of trials?

    FACING TRIALS WITH JOY James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Delighting In The Lord

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 43,358 views

    Are you enjoying God? Are you enjoying all the trimmings? Sermon begins with a clip from movie "What about Bob?" and discusses how we enjoy our journey with God.

    Delighting in the Lord Ps 37:4[1] 5-29-05 Intro I want to introduce the message this morning with a clip from the movie, “What About Bob?” Ch 9: (0:49:36) to (0:51:22) Our subject this morning is: Delight yourself in the Lord. Bob’s attitude toward his meal gives us some idea of what it means ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Rob Willis avatar

    The Joy Of Serving God Series

    Contributed by Rob Willis on Dec 20, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 21,241 views

    A different message on JOY (the theme of the third week of Advent) that focuses on joy that comes from serving God.

    It’s the 3rd week of Advent – have you been keeping up at home? I hope so. Today’s topic is JOY. Just as in the past weeks with peace and hope, JOY is a huge subject that we will barely scratch the surface of today. But I want to use a great story from John 4 to show you one way that Jesus said you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist