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  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    Hearing From God

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 18, 2023
     | 1,263 views

    It is important to remember that all of these activities in this passage is a result of taking the gospel to the lost. (v.5) It is possible that Paul was discouraged or weary from the work and the Lord strengthened him as Paul spoke of in Ephesians 6:10

    I. Paul was faithful (v.4) A. Regardless of the amount of opposition. B. Christ had to encourage him. (v.9-10) II. He was passionate (v.6) A. In that passion he had a sense of urgency B. A sense of soberness III. Paul was sacrificial (v. 12) A. He had little concern for his own well being B. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There’s Joy In Being A Soul-Winner

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 24, 2024
     | 1,265 views

    Our Joy is both necessary to witnessing & exposes the supernatural. Evangelism results in joy because the lost are found and God's mission is fulfilled. 3 Ways you can get this Joy.

    THERE’S JOY IN BEING A SOUL-WINNER Psalms 51:12-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing around. The little lad said, “They haven’t got it”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Zacchaeaus & Women At Well Series

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
     | 1,275 views

    This morning, we are going to talk about two people that received a different kind of healing and that was a healing in their heart. Our stories this morning really highlight how that Jesus reaches out and cares for people that are lost

    Opener: Good morning Church, so excited to be here this morning. As we move forward, we will continue to host Sunday services here at our facility. Our first service will continue be at 10 am and our second service will be at 6:00 pm. This will give us time to clean properly between the services. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Three Powerful Sins Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 20, 2023
     | 1,240 views

    Discouragement, Jealousy and rebellion are three powerful weapons to destroy the Leaders who serve God. All of them had lost their goal on the way to attainment. Great Loss to the great leaders. How about you?

    Numbers 11:11-14, 12; 16:1-2, Dangers in the Wilderness Introduction: Today we will learn the dangers of the Wilderness journey. Three key leaders had problems according to their standards of spirituality. Sins of three Leaders: Moses, Miriam, and Korah were three powerful characters in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Series: Recovering Stolen Identity & Reclaiming Misplaced Destiny: Part 5: The Moses Story: "what Are You Doing In The Backside Of The Desert?"

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020
     | 6,196 views

    Moses is in a condition of waste - Example of Stolen Identity & Misplaced Destiny. He's gone from highest to lowest; from cultured prince to rustic shepherd. He appeared content, but is depressed. God will find you in the backside of the desert and put you back on destiny.

    SERIES: RECOVERING STOLEN IDENTITY & RECLAIMING MISPLACED DESTINY: PART 5: THE MOSES STORY: WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN THE BACKSIDE OF THE DESERT? 1. Exodus 2:11 Now it came to pass in those days, when Moses was grown, that he went out to his brethren and looked at their burdens. And he saw an ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    God Always Does His Part, Will You? Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
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     | 3,630 views

    Since God created this world and all that is within it, HE has proceeded about accomplishing HIS "good and perfect" will in it. We are given the opportunity to join HIM or continue to be apart from HIM. I pray that you will indeed join HIM.

    God Always does HIS part, Will you RESTORATION A few years ago, an angry man rushed through the Rijks Museum in Amsterdam until he reached Rembrandt’s famous painting "Nightwatch." Then he took out a knife and slashed it repeatedly before he could be stopped. A short time later, a distraught, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "David - The Price Of Success" Part 2 Of 12 Series

    Contributed by Dave Martin on May 23, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,133 views

    As we continue our series on the life of David, how does God spell Success? What’s His formula? God(Preparation + Opportunity) = Success Success is “Doing God’s will, accomplished God’s way, for God’s glory!”

    Pastor Dave Martin, Cross Creek Community Church, May 25, 2003 “David – The Price of Success” Part 2 1Sam 16 (Be reading & studying 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, 1Kings 1-2) Review from last week: · Prerequisite for God’s blessing is being a person after God’s own heart! · Proof of having a Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    "Bread In The Kingdom Of God..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,954 views

    Many of us have heard opportunity knocking at our door, but by the time we unhooked the chain, pushed back the bolt, turned two locks, shut off the alarm, it was gone. Let’s examine the simularity together from today’s text!

    DINSMORE BAPTIST CHURCH -Preached in The AM Worship- Dr. E. Winson Butler senior pastor INTRODUCTION Many of us have heard opportunity knocking at our door, but by the time we unhooked the chain, pushed back the bolt, turned two locks, call back the dog, shut off the alarm - it was gone! Funny ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    2012: The End Or A New Beginning? Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012
    based on 35 ratings
     | 33,481 views

    Will 2012 mark the end of the world or will it be yet another opportunity for us to surrender our plans, hopes and ambitions to God. This expository sermon suggests we Surrender our plans, Savor each moment, and Seek God's will. Custom PowerPoint is avail

    New Years 2012 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/1/2012 Today is the first day of a new year and, according to certain prophecy pundits, it could be your last year on earth! Both soothsayers and science-fiction scribes have been predicting the end of the world in 2012 based ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    What Should You Change? 1 Corinthians 7:17 - 40 Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 13, 2010
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     | 8,712 views

    When we experience new life in Jesus Christ we might think a change in our external appearance, position, or circumstances will make us more useful to the Master. But you might just miss out on one of the greatest opportunities available to you.

    Last time we talked about how some in Corinth, especially women who were just experiencing new freedoms in the body of Christ, thought it best to divorce their pagan husbands, or remain celibate in marriage in order to be better Christians. In the context of an overly-sexualized society, and of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Your Adversary The Devil? Again?

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 13, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,676 views

    This sermon is for the text Luke 4, the Temptation of Jesus, Lent I Jesus is tempted constantly to deny his mission. ((Matt. 1:21) The key is Luke's phrase: "until an opportune time" the same remains for us. some illustrations are from Leonard Sweet and

    In Jesus Holy Name February 17, 2013 Luke 4:1-13 Lent I “Your Adversary the Devil, Again?” When I was a boy, I was told, "Baptists don't do Lent." No one knew why. I suspect that it was an anti-Catholic thing which I pray we are over. It was the old argument, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Rich Man And Lazarus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 14, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,313 views

    Death is the great leveler. Not all rich men go to hell, nor do all poor men go to heaven. It was how Lazarus lived his life before God, and how the rich man squandered his opportunities, that determined their differing destinies.

    THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS. Luke 16:19-31. It was against the Pharisees who were lovers of money that Jesus spoke the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. It is a sad story, which shows two men in quite different lifestyles in this life, and the fate of each of them in the life to come. 1. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Lowe avatar

    Not That He Really Had Need, For He Had Learned Contentment (Lesson #34) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 30, 2020
     | 3,383 views

    Paul generously expressed his gratitude for the gift which the Philippians had sent to him (v. 10). He knew that he had always been in their thoughts but circumstances had up till now given them no opportunity to show their appreciation of him.

    Date: 8/27/19 Lesson #34 Title: Not That He Really Had Need, For He Had Learned Contentment • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 4:11-13, NIV) whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • George McLaughlin Jr. avatar

    Romans 4:1-12 Series

    Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Jan 4, 2010
     | 3,978 views

    This text deals with the basic truth that, all through the history of the world, anyone who has ever been made right with God, has been justified by faith, not works. The beauty of this is that it opens up opportunity for ANYONE to be made right before Go

    Outline for CBF AM 8/9/09 Intro. Give example of two people in an argument, both confronted by an intermediary. What will both likely say? "But I...." 1. Review what justification means. (give example of justifying oneself) 2. What does it mean to seek justification through works? 3. Mention a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Committed To Promoting The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 28, 2016
     | 9,264 views

    Even though Paul was in bonds, he rejoiced that the Gospel continued to be preached. He refused to allow his circumstances create despair. We too must seek every opportunity to share our faith, while rejoicing for others who are committed as well.

    Committed to Promoting the Gospel Philippians 1: 12-18 As one reads the opening verses of this letter, it is not immediately evident that Paul was bound in prison. His joy and positive attitude conceal the difficulties he faced daily. Although he was not free to move about within society, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist