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  • Carlos Kleber Maia avatar

    Faith Exceeds Obstacles

    Contributed by Carlos Kleber Maia on Apr 27, 2019
     | 4,634 views

    I want believers to have humble faith, to seek and accept God's plan for their lives, overcoming obstacles.

    FAITH EXCEEDS OBSTACLES Text: Mt 15: 21-28 Purpose: I want believers to have humble faith, to seek and accept God's plan for their lives, overcoming obstacles. Introduction Jesus went to the region of Tire and Sidon (Phenicia, part of Syria). It was a land of Gentiles, pagans, worshipers ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Generous And Grateful Spirits

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 9, 2019
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     | 3,511 views

    When the Holy Spirit prompts us to give, we should discern that spirit and when we are at peace with the decision, give responsibly.

    Thursday of the First Week in Lent 2019 Saint Matilda There are two ways to look at God, and they represent the contrasting approaches of religious men and women to the virtue we call “fear of the Lord.” The first way, which we associate with, interestingly enough, both pagans and Muslims, could ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Wicked

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
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    THE WICKED

    Psalm 10 THE WICKED I. The Problem of Wickedness THE PROBLEM - vs.1-11 (a) The Wicked Seem To Doubt God - v.1,2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    An Answer To The Tyranny Of Self

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 27, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,905 views

    Be alert to the wiles of the devil. Be ready to deny self, and follow Jesus.

    AN ANSWER TO THE TYRANNY OF SELF. Mark 8:27-38. The first half of the Gospel of Mark tells of Jesus’ presentation to the people as an authoritative teacher who also happened to use healing (and exorcism) as a teaching device. In the second half the Lord started to prepare His inner circle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cleansing Touch Of Jesus

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015
     | 5,630 views

    We need Jesus

    Introduction: - The purpose in this message is to speak to those who need something in their life but are unsure what it is. - Is God for you? - The one thought to be remembered today is that our worthiness is not because of us or what we do. - But it is based on God and who He is. - Background ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All Things Possible With God Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 18, 2019
     | 3,915 views

    How many times do we need to see or hear God asking us to do some good thing for the spread of His kingdom?

    Tuesday of the 20th Week in Course 2019 St. Bernard of Clairvaux If there is a critical message in our Scriptures today, it is something we see here and there in both Old and New Testaments: “with God all things are possible.” St. Luke records the angel Gabriel saying it to Mary in a double ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Standing In The Freedom Of The Gospel: By Faith From Beginning To End

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 23, 2014
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    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: By Faith from Beginning to End

    Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: By Faith from Beginning to End Galatians 3:1-5 Paul moves from sharing about his confronting Peter to addressing the reason those in Galatia are straying from the gospel – they have been deceived, having come under a spell. They started the Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gospel According To John - (Preach At A Four Gospels Program)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 30, 2017
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    MATTHEW PICTURES CHRIST AS KING OF THE JEWS MARK SHOWS CHRIST AS A SERVANT-AND HE WRITES TO THE ROMANS LUKE VIEWS CHRIST AS THE SON OF MAN-AND HE WRITES TO THE GREEKS BUT JOHN PRESENTS CHRIST AS THE SON OF GOD

    John 20:30-31 (KJV) And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: [31] But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name. TOPIC – GOSPEL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Than A Prayer (6) - "give Us This Day Our Daily Bread"

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021
     | 1,801 views

    The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It shows us who the father is.

    TEXT: Matthew 6:11 "Give us this day our daily bread." THE GREAT SHEPHERD Our father is the great shepherd. He provides all our needs. A father's duty is to provide for his family. Our father in heaven knows what we need and is careful to provide for us. It is God, "who giveth ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sold Out To Jesus Or A Sell-Out To Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 28, 2021
     | 2,341 views

    A stark contrast between Mary and Judas sets the stage for the beginning of the of Jesus' ministry.

    THE END IS NIGH: Amid many unanswered questions, everything in this passage makes it clear that Jesus will be gone soon. - John 12:1-11. - Some of the unanswered questions: a. Why anoint six days early? b. Why did no one notice that Judas was stealing? c. How ridiculous is it to think that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Total Surrender - The Transformation Of Saul To Paul

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 5, 2024
     | 1,276 views

    Have you ever wondered what "Total Surrender" looks like? Through the Saul-Paul story, we learn that true surrender involves giving up control and submitting our will, thoughts, desires, and ambitions to God.

    Acts 9:1-19 Total surrender is a foundational aspect of our spiritual journey. It requires us to fully trust in God and align our hearts, desires, thoughts, and beliefs with His will. This process is not easy, but the rewards are immeasurable. One powerful example of complete surrender can be seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Choosing Jesus Over Distractions SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,033 views

    This sermon explores the challenge of distractions in our pursuit of a relationship with Jesus, using the story of Mary and Martha as a guide.

    Are You A Mary or A Martha? Now as they were traveling along, Jesus entered a village and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister called Mary, who was seated at the Lord's feet, listening to His word. But Martha was distracted with all her preparations, and she came up to ...read more

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    Jerusalem- Rebuilding The Walls Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 19, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,288 views

    This is the 14th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

    Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#14] JERUSALEM- REBUILDING THE WALLS Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to study the city that is 1st on the list- Jerusalem. Jerusalem is mentioned 811 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Pushing

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 18, 2025
     | 932 views

    The Christian journey is a marathon, not a sprint. It demands consistent effort, unwavering faith, and persistence. Just as a woman in labour must push until the baby is delivered, so must we persevere in our spiritual race until we receive our eternal crown.

    Title: KEEP PUSHING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: “But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.” (2 Thessalonians 3:13) Supporting Text: Luke 9:57-62 INTRODUCTION: The Christian journey is a marathon, not a sprint. It demands consistent effort, unwavering faith, and persistence. Just as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Joyful Prayer And Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 998 views

    1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 illuminates the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, shaping us into vessels of God's truth and love.

    Transformed by Truth: The Power of Joyful Prayer and Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as revealed in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. These verses illuminate the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal