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  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    The Resurrections Before The Resurrection (Part Five) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 8, 2017
     | 9,707 views

    As I finish the series on the resurrections that took place before Jesus resurrected we find the wonderful story of when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead.

    THE RESURRECTIONS BEFORE THE RESURRECTION (part five) John 11:1-46 1) "The one whom you love is sick." (1-16) "Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pressing On Toward The Goal Series

    Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 19, 2016
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     | 44,847 views

    The goal of finishing the race must be before us as Christians. Heaven awaits. Strive toward the victory of heaven by living out your faith every day.

    Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 14, 2016 David Simpson Pressing on Toward the Goal Philippians 3:13-14 But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Battle In The Desert (Part Two)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,626 views

    Last week we looked at the first two temptations of Jesus in Matt. 4:1-7. Today we finish by getting into vss. 8-11.

    THE BATTLE IN THE DESERT (part two) Matthew 4:8-11 Last week we started looking into the temptation of Jesus in Matt. 4. We learned in vs. 1 that Jesus was led into the desert by the Holy Spirit to be tempted. Although that seems odd, we see it was for a purpose. Jesus was about to embark on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It's Growing In Secret

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 26, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,989 views

    The time in-between sowing and harvest can be discouraging, but the law of the harvest works. We can rest confident that God will finish what he began.

    It's Growing In Secret Introduction This past Friday as Josh and I walked around in our backyard we looked at the various plants along the fence line. We do not spend a lot of time out there and Mike does a great job maintaining everything. We noticed something that we had not noticed before. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Jesus Rested Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 15, 2018
     | 4,984 views

    A look at how Jesus rested on the Saturday of Holy Week. It was the Sabbath day and He was able to rest because He had finished His work well.

    Well-Earned Rest: Some of the best rest comes from finished work completed well. - Most of us have had that moment: you’ve been working hard all day on a project – maybe you’re painting a bedroom. It’s long needed work and today was the day. It took the better part of your Saturday, but as you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Way Out Of The Hole We're In Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 29, 2020
     | 3,459 views

    Here we are healed of sin, nourished with the Eucharist, anointed for service and mission, and ultimately commended into the hands of the Father when we finish our earthly journey.

    Tuesday of the First Week in Lent 2020 The Way Out of the Hole We’re In As we continue in this first week our Lenten journey, our informal pre-Easter retreat, it’s good to consider just where we are, or would be, without Jesus Christ and His Church. We start out our life in a kind of hole, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Brought To Life; Brought Together

    Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024
     | 422 views

    In today’s message, God is Able, from 3:20-21, we finish looking at Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21.

    We are about halfway in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, based upon the New Testament letter Ephesians. In today’s message, God is Able, from 3:20-21, we finish looking at Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21. Last week my main idea was that God strengthens us with the Spirit’s power ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Signed, Sealed, And Delivered Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025
     | 96 views

    Christ’s finished work overturns the enemy’s decree; His authority seals our deliverance, and we now carry His victory everywhere.

    Introduction – The Victory Is Not in Doubt We’ve walked with Esther from fear to favor, from risk to reward, from prayer to power. We saw a little orphan girl rise to become a queen. We saw Haman hang on the gallows he built for someone else. We’ve watched the story turn. Now, in chapter 8, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Fire That Doesn't Burn

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 13, 2025
     | 72 views

    Jesus took the fire we deserved, finishing redemption completely—no tasks, no payment—just perfect grace from the fire that doesn’t burn.

    I sometimes wonder what it would look like if Amazon started selling indulgences. “SoulPrime™ — Skip the wait for forgiveness! One-click grace, Prime-eligible!” Basic Mercy ships in three to five business days, or upgrade to Prime Grace™ for instant absolution with angelic delivery. And in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Faith On Fumes

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025
     | 120 views

    Weariness and frustration blur obedience, but grace restores focus; through surrender, God’s servants finish inside the promise their strength could never reach.

    It was a clear day on Mount Nebo. The sun hung high over the cracked ridges of Moab, turning every stone to copper. From where he stood, Moses could see the whole sweep of the Promised Land. Jericho shimmered in the distance; the olive hills of Ephraim glowed green; beyond them the ridges of Judah ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    The Word Gives Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 145 views

    Jesus’ promise gives present assurance of eternal life, freeing us from guilt and fear, and inviting us to trust fully in His finished work.

    Some words rearrange a room, don’t they? A doctor says, “It’s benign,” and shoulders drop. A coach calls your name, and you run to the field. A judge declares, “You’re free to go,” and the hallway home seems shorter. Words can wrap around us like a warm blanket on a windy night. And then there are ...read more

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    The Realities Of Lack Of Spiritual Foundation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 20, 2025
     | 170 views

    The foundation of any structure determines its stability and durability. This truth also applies to our spiritual lives. Many Christians appear strong on the surface but have no rooted foundation in Christ.

    THE REALITIES OF LACK OF SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION: The foundation of any structure determines its stability and durability. This truth also applies to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Live His Image Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 23, 2012
     | 6,595 views

    To be imitators of Jesus and to do God's will means we lead moral and holy lives. To be imitators of Jesus and to do God’s will means we love each other. To be imitators of Jesus and to do God’s will means we work hard and keep ourselves from drowning in

    Opening Video: I am Sin by ignitermedia Series: Imitators Summary of first 3 messages using power points Sermon: Live His Image Scripture Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 1Finally, brothers, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Breaking The Chains Of Spiritual Stagnation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025
     | 714 views

    Spiritual stagnation occurs when a believer’s walk with God becomes inactive, unfruitful, or lacking growth.

    BREAKING THE CHAINS OF SPIRITUAL STAGNATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Revelation 3:15-16, Proverbs 4:18 INTRODUCTION Spiritual stagnation occurs when a believer’s walk with God becomes inactive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lessons Learned Along The Way Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,449 views

    We must learn from our mistakes and let them make us better.

    Lessons Learned Along the Way Text: Joshua 8:1-29 Introduction 1. Illustration: In his book entitled Failing Forward John Maxwell shows the vicious cycle that sets up in our lives when we yield to a fear of failure: Fear Inactivity Inexperience Inability To break that cycle of defeat ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist