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    Discernment Of Spirits

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 6, 2021
     | 2,339 views

    People working in managerial capacity, supervisors, people leading the church, prayer group and other Christian ministry related work also should be able to discern the evil spirits that subtly sneaks in.

    Discernment of spirits: 1 Corinthians 12:10”… to another is given the gift of discernment of spirits” I type this message during my ‘all-night prayer’, after spending several hours in prayer and Bible reading, it’s past midnight as I write this, listen carefully to the voice of God today! ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Jesus Measured Success

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,838 views

    Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements.

    Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements. Jesus determined that His life was successful when He said to the heavenly Father, "I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do." (John 17:4) True success is never ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Are You Stealing From? Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 126 ratings
     | 4,512 views

    A look at how people steal from others and from God

    Let’s start this morning by taking a little informal survey. Anyone here ever had money stolen from them? Ok, how about tools, anyone ever have tools stolen, how about borrowed and not returned? Anyone ever have a bicycle stolen, Anyone ever have a car stolen. What about having something stolen ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Invitation

    Contributed by Cameron Smith on May 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,531 views

    God offers all people an extraordinary invitation to come to him....

    1. An extraordinary invitation (55:1-4) Last week I attended my first ever Chinese Wedding Banquet. Because I had never actually been to one before, I was told there would be quite a bit of food. So right from the start I had fairly high expectations. I’m quite a big fan of food as some of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    From This Moment On Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 13, 2014
    based on 11 ratings
     | 23,880 views

    A sermon examining the constant work of God in the lives of His people.

    FROM THIS MOMENT ON Haggai 2:10-19 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, October 19th, 2025) There are certain moments that can change the trajectory of our lives. (Graduations, weddings, the birth of our children, deaths of loved ones, etc.) I have experienced many benchmarks and milestones ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Disciplines - Giving Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 14, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,365 views

    Giving is a spiritual discipline and the people are encouraged to give as a spiritual discipline

    Spiritual Discipline - Giving August 15, 2021 One day a dad was out with his 5 year old son. The boy was hungry and the dad asked him what he wanted to eat. The boy simply wanted McDonald’s french fries. Easy enough! So, they went to McDonald’s. The dad wanted to make it a fun day, so instead ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Can Be Thankful (2024)

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2024
     | 1,069 views

    It is God's will that His people be a thankful people. God will give us the ability to rejoice always and be thankful in all circumstances, but we have to do our part by focusing on our blessings.

    A. Last Thursday was Thanksgiving and I hope you all had a happy Thanksgiving. 1. Thanksgiving is certainly one of my favorite days of the year, and it is arguably the most important holiday of the year. 2. I’m thankful that we are a nation that still pauses one day a year to be thankful. 3. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Benefit In Pain Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 2, 2021
     | 3,619 views

    To find benefit in pain, do not fear people; fear and follow Christ.

    Joanna Lerud of Steamboat Rock, Iowa, was standing up to leave a restaurant when she hit her head hard on a lamp hanging above the table. As she staggered away, she heard an older gentleman, who was sitting nearby, say, “It will feel better when it stops hurting.” (Joanna Lerud, Steamboat Rock, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Intensive Care For Broken Hearts Series

    Contributed by Ross Mitchell on Jan 30, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 13,589 views

    To show some reasons why God needs people with broken hearts

    The Heart of the Matter (Part Two) "Intensive Care for Broken Hearts" Introduction A. Example - It was 1974 B.T. (Before Tia) I was in 3rd grade at ACA. I had a crush on a girl in the 4th grade. I took the mature 3rd grade approach and wrote her a note. I laid it all on the line. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Give It A Rest

    Contributed by George Casady on Jan 9, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,471 views

    Encouagement for God’s people to take a God-given sabbath rest.

    Give It A Rest Exodus 23:10-12 What advice can I give you for the New Year? I pondered this as I anticipated this morning worship service. What practical friendly pastor-like advice might I give that would be helpful and apply to pretty much our entire church as we look ahead to a New ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Powerful Prayer

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 17, 2019
     | 7,782 views

    This message is designed to help people realize the power they have in the privilege of prayer.

    Do you realize how much power we have when we pray? Do you realize how powerful prayer is? When you say you’ll pray for something, do you? I see it on Facebook all the time. Someone will request prayer and the responses are, prayers, praying, picture of praying hands. And I wonder, they say ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fasting And Prayer For Revival

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 151 ratings
     | 16,989 views

    By fasting and praying for revival and evangelism, God will pour Himself on His people.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. First mention. The Day of Atonement, i.e., Yom Kippur Fast. "On the tenth day of the seventh month of each year, you must go without eating to show sorrow for your sins" (Lev. 16:29 CEV). 2. Full mention. "Is not this the fast that I have chosen? To loose the bands of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Shows Approval Through Baptism

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,025 views

    “As Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: ‘You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased’” Mark 1:10-11.

    Theme: God shows approval through baptism Text: Gen. 1:1-5; Acts 19:1-7; Mark 1:4-11 It is one thing to be accepted by God and quite another thing to be approved by Him. In Rev. 17:14 the Scriptures reveal that Jesus Christ has an army of followers through whom He fights and overcomes His ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Living With Highs And Lows Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,750 views

    Sermon in response to a community-wide flood to help people seek refuge in the Lord.

    Living with Highs and Lows Psalm 42 Rev. Brian Bill 1/13/08 If you’ve been adversely affected by the flood this week would you please stand so that we can let you know how much we love you and care about you? Now, if you’re still high and dry after the flood, would you please stand? I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Instant Winners

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Sep 14, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,349 views

    HAVE YOU EVER LOOKED AT A PACKAGE,OR A SOFT DRINK BOTTLE,AND FOUND THE WORDS:"BE AN INSTANT WINNER?"PERHAPS YOU OPENED IT AND FOUND THE WORDS: "SORRY,PLEASE TRY AGAIN" YOU WILL NEVER HEAR THESE WORDS FROM GOD.ALL WHO CHOOSE CHRIST AS PERSONAL SAVIOR WILL

    INSTANT WINNERS 9/16/07 TEXT: ROMANS CHAPTER 9 VS. 9--13 INTRODUCTION: HAVE YOU EVER LOOKED INSIDE A PACKAGE; MAYBE A CEREAL BOX, A CANDY WRAPPER, OR UNDER A SOFT DRINK CAP AND FOUND THE WORDS: “YOU COULD BE AN INSTANT WINNER” **** ONLY YOURS SAID, (AND MINE ALSO) : ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist