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  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    The Perception Of God’s Plan - Foolishness Of God

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,179 views

    God's plan of Redemption for man seems like foolishness to the lost man but makes sense to the believer.

    Intro: In our text there is a statement that should make us stop in our tracks. For the novice in Scripture or a skeptic, that statement could be misunderstood. In context it is clear. The Bible is not saying God is foolish, but that the most simple thought of God is greater than the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gods Of The Men Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 21, 2020
     | 3,166 views

    God created man and put him as the crown of creations. The fallen man created gods for him and fallen before them. Man lost God-given glory and he lives with lost glory and beauties of the creations. This sermon talks about you...

    Exodus 32:1-6, 21-25 Introduction: A man opened a new shop. His friend ordered the bouquet to honour his friend. On the day he received the floral bouquet with the inscription: “Rest in Peace”. The shop owner got angry and fired that florist. But he told the shop owner but sir think of the man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    The Senior Saint Who Asked God For A Mountain

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Apr 26, 2004
    based on 127 ratings
     | 19,321 views

    AS WE LOOK INTO THE LIFE OF CALEB, WE SEE THAT HE WAS A FAVORED MAN, A FAITHFUL MAN, A FEARLESS MAN,A FOLLOWING MAN, A FRUITFUL MAN,AND A FIGHTING MAN.

    THE SENIOR SAINT WHO ASKED GOD FOR A MOUNTAIN JOSHUA 14:1-3 J. Hudson Taylor was the founder of the China Inland Mission. One day a man, attempting to find out the difficulties of missionary work, asked Hudson Taylor, what is the hardest mission in the world? Without any hesitation whatsoever, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Man Needs A Saviour (Sermon 2 Of 5) Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 26, 2023
     | 1,337 views

    This is the second in a series of five sermons on "The Five Greatest Teachings of the Word Of God"

    Sermon Series: The Five Most Important Teachings of Scripture (Message 2 of 5) MAN NEEDS A SAVIOUR! (Sermon 2 of 5) Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ August 27, 2023 INTRODUCTION: 1) Last week we began a new series of messages titled the five most important teachings in the Word ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Derrick Thompson, Sr. avatar

    In The Midst Of The Fire There Is A Fourth Man.

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Oct 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 80,231 views

    We do not have to bow to the music of the world, but in the midst of the fire, in the midst of conflict we can remain true and faith to God despite what the consequences might be.

    First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning - October 7th, 2012 Let us pray Welcome… Last Sunday we were blessed at our Annual Women’s Day Service, as our speaker spoke on one hope. She spoke about a woman who apparently was hopeless, but when she met the man call Jesus, the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Led By The Spirit Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
     | 348 views

    God is still speaking today, and He desires to lead His children in every area of life—spiritually, emotionally, financially, and in decision-making.

    LED BY THE SPIRIT OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 Supporting Texts: John 16:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Galatians 5:16-18, Psalm 32:8 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest privileges of the believer is the ability to be led by the Spirit of God. The Spirit of God is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Son Of Man Lifted Up

    Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,474 views

    "Why does God allow it?"************* The Old Testament is the tadpole, the New the frog!

    I wonder how many of our eyes go glazed when we hear this: “The Old Testament Reading is taken from the Book of Exodus”!? Someone, in a Lent Study Group, once asked me: “Why should we pay attention to the Old Testament? Isn’t it’s teaching out of date?. Isn’t the New Testament all we need?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Keep Your Man Card

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 15, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,975 views

    God has put 5 mandates on your "man card."

    A group of women got together and came up with 34 qualities they think men consider to be “man-card” worthy. I’ll pick 10 of them and you raise your hand each time you fulfill one. 1. You can grow a beard. 2. You have skills at the grill. 3. You own quality tools. 4. You know about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Compassion Of God In The Crisis Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 6, 2011
     | 5,255 views

    God's provision for Adam and Eve demonstrates His grace in the midst of our sin.

    The Compassion of God in the Crisis of Sin Genesis 3:20-24 How did it ever happen? He was once a respected leader. Now his hidden scandal is known by everyone. His wife has left him. His children won’t speak with him. When he’s at work, it seems that everyone is talking about him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Rich Man Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025
     | 406 views

    This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

    The Parable of the Rich Man (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Dykes avatar

    The World's Strongest Man Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 24,228 views

    What is the "unforgivable sin?"

    INTRODUCTION Macho men always want to brag about how strong they are. Some boys on a school playground were bragging. Johnny said, “My dad has a list of all the men he can beat up—and all your dads are on his list!” Later that afternoon a knock came on Johnny’s house and his dad answered the door. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    A Heart To Worship - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 7, 2005
    based on 70 ratings
     | 18,982 views

    Michal’s kind of worship was the type of worship that plagues many churches today. David’s worship is the kind of we need. But how do we deal with the Michals amongst us?

    OPEN: A little 6 year old girl and her 4 year old brother were sitting together in church. The brother was giggling, singing and talking out loud. Finally, his big sister had had enough. “You’re not supposed to talk out loud in church” she said. “Why? Who’s going to stop me?” the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    The Superior Plan Of God

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,559 views

    God has his plan, and man has his. God’s is based on complete knowledge, man’s on guesses and speculation. Guess which one is superior?

    Passage: Acts 13:13-41 Intro: I was listening to a message made by Dr. Stephen Hawking concerning the ability of the human race to survive the next 100 years. 1. here is the gist: we need to be very careful we don’t destroy ourselves with nukes before we develop the capacity to leave planet Earth ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Man And His Destiny Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 16, 2014
     | 8,612 views

    At some point of life, we had to ask ourselves the questions: Where am I going and what do I need to do in life? In this message, we will look at the life of Jacob and how he curved a successful destiny.

    THE MAN AND HIS DESTINY Text: Genesis 32:1-2 " Jacob also went on his way, and the angels of God met him. 2 When Jacob saw them, he said, “This is the camp of God!” So he named that place Mahanaim." Genesis 32:1-8 New International Version (NIV) Jacob also went on his way, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Christian Man's Duty To Love Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Oct 10, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,939 views

    The Christian man (husband/father/leader/mentor must love the Lord; must love his wife; must love his children; must love the believers in the house of God.

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic