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  • Anthony Hodge avatar

    A Holy War Indeed

    Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 12, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,554 views

    This sermon addresses the concept of war from a literal standpoint as well as from a spiritual standpont.

    A Holy War Indeed (Joshua 10:1-15) We have been bombarded with literature, media coverage, and may have even had persons come up to us and state that a war is being fought as a result of God’s intervention on behalf of a people. While in most instances that I have just ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Family Ties Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 23,548 views

    God designed His church to be a family. Not just to act like a family, but to literally be a family.

    Opening Did you hear about the guy who was called into his doctor’s office? The doctor sat him down and said, “I’ve got some good news and bad news. Which do you want first?” “Give me the good news first.” “Ok,” the doctor said. “Your tests are back and you only have three days to live.” “That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Power In The Word

    Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,697 views

    The Word of God is alive and is the only book that literally can breathe life into something that is dead!

    This book is not like any other book: We can say words that carry weight Out of the same mouth come blessings an cursings ...but no word has the power of the Word Of God I. P-enetrating Power - It penetrates through every level Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Perry Greene avatar

    The Piercings

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2021
     | 2,240 views

    We have caused the literal and spiritual piercings of the Son and of the Father by our sinful practices.

    Versions of Zechariah 12:10 AMP: 10 “I will pour out on the house of David and on the people of Jerusalem, the Spirit of grace (unmerited favor) and supplication. And they will look at Me whom they have pierced; and they will mourn for Him as one mourns for an only son, and they will weep bitterly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Become A Saint

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Oct 29, 2003
    based on 97 ratings
     | 10,399 views

    The Lutheran approach to becoming a saint.

    Revelation 7:9-17 – “HOW TO BECOME A SAINT” THE LUTHERAN APPROACH Are you a “saint”? You probably would hesitate to call yourself a “saint.” I’m sure you don’t write the word “saint” in front of your name when you sign things. “I’m no saint,” you probably would say. “A saint is someone like ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Handle Anger

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 4,559 views

    A Biblical approach to managing anger

    How to handle anger Mark 11:12-19 September 6, 1998 Morning Service Introduction I. Mikey Mantle and Billy Martin’s hunting trip A. Go to Mantle’s friend’s farm: Mantle and Martin go out to the farm, when they arrive Mantle goes to speak with his friend, friend has a dying mule and asks Mantle to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Shane Brooks avatar

    Defending And Upending Christmas

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Feb 23, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,588 views

    A balance approach to Christmas for the Christian

    Defending and upending Christmas Many overbalanced views of Christmas Easier to talk about it now that’s it’s over I want to do this lesson tonight- so we can get it on C.D. Sell them during the year- and be ready next Christmas 1. Where does the name “Christmas” come from? First half of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lesson 4: What Must Backsliders Do?

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 800 views

    How A Person Approaches Backsliding

    A. HOW A PERSON APPROACHES BACKSLIDING 1. You usually backslide after being faced with God’s Word and God’s will. “Harken thou unto the voice of the words of the Lord . . . go and smite Amalek and utterly destroy all” (I Sam. 15:1-3). 2. Most backsliders try to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeking And Setting Security In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,369 views

    An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

    Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 Out With the Old Self Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: One Passage: Colossians 3:1-4 Title: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In With The New Self (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016
     | 4,055 views

    An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

    Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 Out With the Old Self Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: Four Passage: Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stephen Carroll avatar

    Being Like Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Carroll on Oct 14, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,223 views

    This Sermon Take a literal reading of The Beatitudes. It argues that by living Christ teachings we can and will change the world.

    (Steve gets up to read the morning scripture. Galatians 5:22-23) 22But (A)the fruit of the Spirit is (B)love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, (C)self-control; against such things (D)there is no law. 24Now those who belong to (E)Christ Jesus have ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Living, Loving And Leading Like Jesus Through The Four Stages Of Christian Experience

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 7, 2021
     | 3,345 views

    To fully enjoy the Christian experience, we need to go through a few steps. Let us look at them

    Living, Loving and Leading like Jesus through the Four Stages of Christian Experience Psalm 65:4 (NKJV) Blessed is the man You choose, And cause to approach You, That he may dwell in Your courts. We shall be satisfied with the goodness of Your house, Of Your holy temple. We have different types ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Responding To The Fall Of A Leader Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 41 views

    David did not take advantage of Saul’s fall to promote himself, nor did he speak evil of the dead. Instead, he mourned with dignity and expressed honour to God’s anointed.

    RESPONDING TO THE FALL OF A LEADER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 1:1-27 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, 1 Chronicles 10:13-14, Matthew 5:44, Romans 12:15 INTRODUCTION: The death of a leader is often a defining moment in the life of a nation, an organisation, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God Of Visitation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 12 views

    God’s visitation is not a myth or a religious cliché—it is a divine reality. He still visits individuals, families, churches, and nations today. One moment of God’s visitation can change a lifetime of frustration.

    GOD OF VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 21:1 Supporting Texts: Ruth 1:6, Luke 1:68, Exodus 3:7-8, Luke 7:16 INTRODUCTION: The phrase “God of visitation” refers to the deliberate, divine interruption of human affairs by the Almighty. When God visits, things change. Barrenness ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pressing Into The Presence Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
     | 200 views

    The presence of God is the most vital need of every believer. It is in His presence that we find direction, strength, peace, joy, and fulfilment. Pressing into His presence is not a one-time event but a continuous pursuit that requires hunger, discipline, and commitment.

    PRESSING INTO THE PRESENCE OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hosea 6:3 Supporting Texts: Psalm 42:1-2, Hebrews 10:19-22, Exodus 33:13-15, James 4:8, Philippians 3:10 INTRODUCTION: The presence of God is the most vital need of every believer. It is in His presence that we find direction, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God