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  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 8 - Rebuild The Altars Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 19, 2024
     | 1,592 views

    There were four altars that Abraham built at various times in his life, and each of them had a special significance. As we understand what these altars represented, may we too take time to rebuild those areas where we are still lacking.

    We read in Genesis 21:22, At that time Abimelech went with Phicol, the commander of his army, and said to Abraham, "God is with you in everything you do. (GNB) Here we find that Abimelech a king from a foreign nation came to meet with Abraham. In general when a king wants to meet someone, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Soiled Faith

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 6, 2022
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     | 3,783 views

    Jeremiah's prophecy of the sash. The effort put forth in holding up one’s clothes represents a willingness to labor for the Lord, and letting ones clothes drag along the ground is symbolic of laziness and a lack of zeal for God's work.

    In days of old, ladies who wore long dresses would lift them up past their ankles when they were walking near a mud puddle or climbing up some stairs. One reason why they did this was so they would not trip and fall; but another reason was to keep their clothing nice and clean. In order to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me? Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 14, 2021
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    While we may understand the words Jesus spoke in this statement, we lack the ability to comprehend the enormity of His words and the actual context in which He spoke them. He was forsaken so we could escape being eternally condemned and forsaken.

    My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me? Mark 15:33-36 We have spent the last three weeks considering the sayings of Christ upon the cross. Up until this point we have witnessed the awesome grace and mercy of our Lord as He prayed for forgiveness, promised salvation, and made provision for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Empowers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 413 views

    Many believers live below their potential because they lack the understanding of divine empowerment. Jesus did not call us to live in weakness, fear, or defeat. Instead, He has given us supernatural strength, authority, and ability to fulfil our divine purpose.

    JESUS EMPOWERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth." – Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Five Keys To Answered Prayer

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 17, 2023
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     | 3,579 views

    Effectiveness in prayer is more than a matter of volume. We pray in the context of our relationship with God. We learn to align ourselves with the will of God so that we are partnering with him rather than trying to persuade him. This message teaches how to pray in faith for results.

    Intro In this message we will review five keys to answered prayer. When we make our requests to God, we are not just fulfilling a religious duty. We are interacting with our Heavenly Father concerning a perceived need. Our petition is not effective until we either get the answer or get counsel from ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    A Time To Mourn, A Time To Hope (Funeral Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 1,702 views

    Though we mourn the loss of a loved one, we do so with the promise of hope in our hearts. God has already made a way for us to overcome the sting of death through the resurrection power of Jesus Christ.

    A TIME TO MOURN, A TIME TO HOPE (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 (KJV) To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Trust In The Messiah Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2025
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     | 609 views

    Life is filled with moments of doubt. John the Baptist, a man who boldly proclaimed the coming of the Messiah finds himself in a dark prison cell, questioning whether Jesus truly is the One he had been waiting for. Even the strongest among us may question what we once knew to be true.

    Go! And Trust in the Messiah Introduction: Life is filled with moments of doubt. Even the strongest among us may question what we once knew to be true. Today, we will explore a moment of doubt in the life of John the Baptist. A man who boldly proclaimed the coming of the Messiah finds himself in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Process Of Regeneration (Lesson 3) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 19, 2025
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     | 1,050 views

    This final lesson in this series will outline the process of regeneration, which is the heavenly birth described by Jesus to Nicodemus.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. The process of regeneration Introductory Remarks. 1. This is the third sermon discussing the “exception of Jesus” in being born “anew.” This lesson will address the process of being “born again.” It is often referred to as the “new birth.” In some sense, it is that, but it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    How Does An Elder Eld? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 12, 2010
    based on 65 ratings
     | 22,849 views

    Titus and Timothy are both told to select appropriate men to lead the church as Elders. But what does God expect of these leaders and how can we (as the congregation) assist them in their role?

    OPEN: In one medical school, the students were complaining that they didn’t see why a class in Physics was necessary for them to be doctors. Finally one student actually challenged the teacher with that question. The teacher thought about that for a moment and then said “Well, we study Physics ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Discover The Righteous Shield Of F-A-V-O-R

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Aug 28, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,830 views

    One thing holding most Christians in bondage than anything else is the lack of knowledge of righteousness and missing most of the f.a.v.o.r that is available to us... let us discover this in five points on how to become aware of our shield of f-a-v-o-r.

    "FOR YOU,O LORD WILL BLESS THE RIGHTEOUS; WITH FAVOR YOU WILL SURROUND HIM WITH A SHIELD." -PSALM5:12 Amplified One thing holding Christians in bondage than anything else is a lack of knowledge of righteousness. When a man ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Series: Wow! Whose Young Daughter Is That? (Part 5) Behold A Woman Lay At This Feet?

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020
     | 3,511 views

    Obedience to the plans of God for our lives can lead us into very tempting situations. Often times, things you desire most will crawl to your door. But always maintain godly integrity even in the midst of lack. Ruth lie at Boaz's feet, but no sex occurred.

    SERIES: “WOW! WHOSE YOUNG DAUGHTER IS THAT? (PART 5) BEHOLD A WOMAN LAY AT THIS FEET? – AS IT TURNED OUT (RUTH 2:3) 1. Ruth 3:7-14: 7 When Boaz had finished eating and drinking and was in good spirits, he went over to lie down at the far end of the grain pile. Ruth approached quietly, uncovered ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Timothy Darling avatar

    Personal Faith First

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,288 views

    We cannot expect to help others follow Christ well, if we haven’t learned how to do it ourselves. We must give attention to our own spiritual walk if we are to be effective disciples of Christ.

    Personal Faith First Luke 4:38-39 Imagine taking your car to be fixed by someone who has not prepared himself in car repair. Yep, that’s a Chevy! If that person’s car is sitting on blocks and the pieces are strewn about the yard, you might have questions. What is that car all about, an on ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Life Intercepted By God-3(2024)

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 30, 2024
     | 335 views

    3 of 3. The apostle Matthew recorded some key elements/aspects surrounding the conception & birth of Jesus, from Joseph’s perspective. ?What can be learned from Joseph’s perspective about Jesus’ beginnings? Lessons learned from a life intercepted by God. Life Intercepted By God...

    LIFE INTERCEPTED By GOD-III—Matthew 1:22-25(:18-25) Attention: Back in the day(1963), a vinyl album was released that was entitled, ‘The Andy Williams Christmas album.’ The first side had 6 secular Christmas-Holiday songs. Side two had 6 Christian Christmas songs. On that album, Mr. Williams ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darian Catron avatar

    Our Father Series

    Contributed by Darian Catron on Jun 14, 2019
     | 6,972 views

    Fathers today are seen as little more than another child for the wife to take of. We have lowered the expectation of dads to an all time low. But dads, fathers are so very needed.

    INTRODUCTION: How important are a father’s words of wisdom? How valuable is a father's presence in the lives of his children? How necessary is a father's influence as compared to his income or him providing for his family? How many of you remember the old song “Cat’s in the cradle”? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Evangelism

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,127 views

    What should our attitude be when we evangelize? What should we expect and be prepared for? Also, there just might be one surprising category of people to whom the Lord wants us to reach.

    Colossians 4:2-6 “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. “Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Be wise in the way you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene